This 3-bedroom cottage is a 19th-century stone-built period property in Edlingham, a quiet hamlet in Northumberland. Exposed stone walls, wooden beams and a wood burner give it real character. The bedrooms have lovely views of rolling hills and open countryside. It sleeps five across three bedrooms and sits just 6 miles from both Alnwick and Rothbury.

Edlingham is peaceful and genuinely off the beaten track. The hamlet has a mediaeval castle and church right on the doorstep. The Northumberland Heritage Coast is 10 miles away. The enclosed garden is perfect for evening stargazing under Northumberland's award-winning Dark Skies.

Three bedrooms sleep five: one spacious king-size, one twin and one single all with countryside views. The bathroom has a shower over the bath, heated towel rail and a Bluetooth mirror. The lounge has a 43" 4K Smart TV with subscription service and Bluetooth sound bar. The sunroom opens to the garden via French doors.

Alnwick Castle is 6 miles away (11 mins) and Cragside House and Gardens is 6 miles (10 mins). Bamburgh Castle is roughly 23 miles (32 mins), while Barter Books near Alnwick is 6 miles (10 mins).

This cottage suits families and couples wanting proper countryside peace with easy access to Northumberland's best. Guests return and it's easy to see why. Check which dates are free for a stargazing break and get your Northumberland stay booked.