About Lavender Cottage (Bailiffgate)

Lavender Cottage (Bailiffgate) is a stone-built cottage dating from 1750 in the heart of Alnwick, Northumberland. This two-bedroom property sits a two-minute walk from Alnwick Castle in a peaceful courtyard setting. The cottage features historic roofbeams and a sitting room with a wood-panelled feature wall and leather sofas.

Alnwick is a historic market town dominated by the famous castle and its gardens and you can walk to shops and pubs within minutes. Alnmouth on the Northumberland coast is 4 miles away and Bamburgh lies 15 miles north.

The cottage sleeps four guests across two bedrooms: a double with a wooden feature wall and vintage furniture and a twin with pink walls. The bathroom has a bath with a shower over and the kitchen includes a traditional AGA oven, electric hob and microwave. A small garden with an outdoor dining table provides a quiet spot to relax.

Alnwick Castle is a two-minute walk away and The Alnwick Garden a 15-minute walk, while Bamburgh Castle (15 miles, 25 minutes) and Rothbury (10 miles, 20 minutes) are both easily accessible.

Lavender Cottage (Bailiffgate) suits families or groups wanting a central Alnwick base with character features and easy access to Northumberland's coast and countryside. Check the dates and book your courtyard retreat a short walk from Alnwick Castle.

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Need To Know

✓Gas heating with gas woodburning stove
✓Aga oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine
✓2 x tv, dvd player, wifi, selection of books and games
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included
✓On-road parking for 2 cars with 2 permits supplied
✓Garden with furniture
✓Sorry, no pets and no smoking
✓Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.1 miles

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Lavender Cottage (Bailiffgate) Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Lavender Cottage (Bailiffgate) during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Northumberland's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Northumberland Fusiliers Museum

Distance: 0.1 miles (2 min walk)

NE66 1NG

Alnwick Castle

Distance: 0.9 miles (3 min drive)

NE66 1NQ

Alnwick Garden

Distance: 0.8 miles (3 min drive)

NE66 1YU

Blue

Distance: 0.4 miles (8 min walk)

Pottergate Garden

Distance: 0.1 miles (2 min walk)

NE66 1JR

Long Crag

Distance: 10.2 miles (21 min drive)

Athey Antiques

Distance: 0.1 miles (2 min walk)

NE66 1JQ

Morrisons

Distance: 0.3 miles (6 min walk)

NE66 1HW

Market Place Butchery

Distance: 0.2 miles (4 min walk)

NE66 1HX

Alnmouth Station

Distance: 4.4 miles (10 min drive)

NE66 3QF

Alnwick Bus Station

Distance: 0.4 miles (8 min walk)

NE66 1NJ

Newcastle International Airport

Distance: 38.1 miles (1 hr 4 min drive)

NE13 8BZ

Northumberland Fusiliers Museum

Distance: 0.1 miles (2 min walk)

NE66 1NG

Alnwick Castle

Distance: 0.9 miles (3 min drive)

NE66 1NQ

Alnwick Garden

Distance: 0.8 miles (3 min drive)

NE66 1YU

Blue

Distance: 0.4 miles (8 min walk)

Pottergate Garden

Distance: 0.1 miles (2 min walk)

NE66 1JR

Long Crag

Distance: 10.2 miles (21 min drive)

Athey Antiques

Distance: 0.1 miles (2 min walk)

NE66 1JQ

Morrisons

Distance: 0.3 miles (6 min walk)

NE66 1HW

Market Place Butchery

Distance: 0.2 miles (4 min walk)

NE66 1HX

Alnmouth Station

Distance: 4.4 miles (10 min drive)

NE66 3QF

Alnwick Bus Station

Distance: 0.4 miles (8 min walk)

NE66 1NJ

Newcastle International Airport

Distance: 38.1 miles (1 hr 4 min drive)

NE13 8BZ

Is Lavender Cottage (Bailiffgate) Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Kids will enjoy being so close to Alnwick Castle, famous for Harry Potter filming locations. The castle is a two-minute walk away with interactive displays and broomstick training. The Alnwick Garden features a treehouse restaurant and water features. Books and games are provided at the cottage. Alnmouth beach is 4 miles away for watersports and time on the sand.

For Couples

This 1750s cottage offers couples a romantic retreat with historic character. The woodburning stove creates a cosy atmosphere in the sitting room with its wood-panelled feature wall. The private courtyard garden provides a peaceful spot for evening drinks. Walk to local pubs and restaurants within minutes. Alnwick Castle and gardens are on your doorstep. Alnmouth on the Northumberland coast is 4 miles away.

Pet Friendly

Lavender Cottage does not accept pets. The property operates a strict no-pets policy for all bookings. If you're travelling with a dog, you'll need to find alternative accommodation in the Alnwick area. Many other properties in Northumberland do welcome pets, so it's worth checking other options if you need pet-friendly accommodation.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Lavender Cottage (Bailiffgate)

Dirty Bottles

Located 0.1 miles (2 min walk) from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 1JG

Strawberry Lounge

Located 0.2 miles (4 min walk) from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 1JG

Mumbai

Located 0.2 miles (4 min walk) from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 1JH

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Lavender Cottage (Bailiffgate)

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

No, Lavender Cottage does not have a hot tub. The property does have a small private garden with outdoor dining facilities.

Is it pet friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at Lavender Cottage. The property operates a strict no-pets policy for all guests.

How many people does the cottage sleep?

The cottage sleeps 4 guests across two bedrooms. One double bedroom and one twin bedroom are available.

What parking is available?

On-street parking with 2 permits supplied for guests. Parking cannot be guaranteed during busy periods but guests report rarely having problems.

How far is it from Alnwick Castle?

The cottage is about a two-minute walk from Alnwick Castle. The Alnwick Garden is 0.8 miles away.

What cooking facilities are provided?

The kitchen has a traditional AGA oven, electric hob and microwave. There's also a fridge and a full range of cooking utensils and crockery.

Is the cottage suitable for families?

Yes, the cottage works well for families with its two bedrooms sleeping 4 people. Books and games are provided for entertainment.

What is the nearest beach?

Alnmouth beach is 4 miles away. Other Northumberland beaches including Bamburgh are within easy driving distance.

Lavender Cottage (Bailiffgate) Reviews

The overall experience of our stay in Alnwick at Lavender Cottage was good. The cottage is very well situated in the heart of the market town being very close to the Playhouse, a range of bars and restaurants, shopping facilities and major attractions including Alnwick Castle, Alnwick Gardens and Barter Books. Perhaps the property could have benefited from a Smart TV in the lounge. Bedside lamps in the main bedroom would also have been a welcome addition.

The cottage matched the description well. It was clean, comfortable and reasonably well equipped. The location close to the town centre and part way between the church and the museum and castle was a real advantage. The setting, in a courtyard away from the street meant that there was no traffic noise, though this meant a minor compromise in terms of privacy we suspect this had been factored into the pricing and presented no difficulties to us. Internet connectivity was intermittent, though we managed to work around the issue. Overall a delightful place to base ourselves for a fortnight exploring the region

Absolutely fabulous. Amazing location. Really beautiful cottage and very comfortable for 4 adults. Perfect for our holiday. Thanks

Had a fantastic stay at Lavender cottage last week. The cottage had everything we needed and was really clean and comfortable, and was so convenient for all the amenities that Alnwick had to offer. Situated just 2 minutes from the castle and plenty of cafes and restaurants in what is a lovely town centre. Would highly recommend and would stay again if in the area.

Raymond

What a great little cottage for our weeks stay in Northumberland. Alnwick is very central for everything we wanted to do. The cottage had all the amenities required, the beds were very comfortable and the place was spotless. Would thoroughly recommend it to anyone wanting to stay in the area.

We loved the location of the cottage and its cosiness. The kitchen was well equipped and the Aga made it very welcoming.The shower could have been better and possibly needs replacing though had good thermostatic control.The WiFi dropped out regularly which could be difficult for anyone wanting to work.However these were minor and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay there.

Patricia

This was our 8th visit to Lavender cottage and it did not disappoint. This cosy cottage is the perfect base for exploring the town of Alnwick and surrounding areas. Lots to do and see and many restaurants and cafes all on the doorstep.

We were very happy with this extremely well appointed accommodation which is in a great location.

We have stayed at Lavender Cottage many times. It's like home from home. Also the location is great for walking, shopping and entertainment. Our favourite holiday stay.

Rodney

We had a very enjoyable stay at Lavender Cottage, which was comfortable, clean, well equipped and convenient for the centre of Alnwick. The owners were helpful and friendly when a minor issue arose. We would happily book the cottage again.

We love Lavender Cottage as it has an Aga, It is a cosy well equipped place to stay, close to town, the Castle, the shops and restaurants with wonderful walks but in a quiet secluded setting.

Hillary

The Cottage was lovely and comfortable. We were cosy and warm in late autumn. It is only a very short walk from everywhere and parking outside was never a problem for us. I will book again as it was perfect for us.

Cosy cottage tucked away in the centre of Alnwick with parking. Comfortable and well equipped. Very quiet and lovely area outside for relaxing.

Lovely little tucked away peaceful cottage but still close to shops , restaurantspubs and local attractions

A truly wonderful little cottage right next to the castle. It accommodates 4 people and has a generous supply of useful kitchen utensils and crockery. The kichen houses an Aga, keeping the kichen nice and warm, but it requires getting used to for cooking.alternatives are offered . The games in the cabinet were another extra plus. The property owner provides a parking permit to be returned after the stay for the restricted parking outside the house, but being a touristy street a parking space is not guaranteed at busy time, but we found it easy to find a space later in the evenings. Our family of 4 adults thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Lavender Cottage there was a large, lovely fragrant lavender bush in the small garden

Lavender Cottage is superb. It has all you could require and much more besides. Most comfortable and well equipped. We had a lovely time staying in it and hope we can return sometime.

Carole

We stayed for a full week in May, at Lavender Cottage, for my Birthday. The cottage was just as expected from the website. There was everything we needed for a great time. The location is superb and sitting out in the lovely garden area, was relaxing. It was always cosy to enjoy our evenings. Parking was always available. It is a hidden gem and would return and recommended.

Kerrie-anne

Fabulous cottage. Warm, comfy, inviting, beautiful garden which we utilised on an evening with a glass of wine. Great cooking facilities. Set in a superb little courtyard. Ample parking. Picnics in Alnwick gardens during the day. Restaurants on the evening all of which were superb. Lavender cottage is brilliant!

We loved Lavender Cottage. It was clear that this was a wellloved home, not just a holiday let. The cottage was warm and comfortable and very well equipped. Cupboards were stocked to the point that we didn't need to buy any basics like foil or bin bags. I'd been a bit anxious about parking in the street, but by 5 pm every day, there was plenty of space, as Bailiffgate is permitcontrolled. Our one gripe was the Aga we loved the the fact that it was still cooking after living a very long life, but it took a very long time to cook anything in, as its temperature in the main oven didn't really go above 140 C. We ended up getting back to the cottage earlier so we could get our 3yearold's tea cooking sooner. All in all, we loved the cottage and we were left wishing we'd booked more than 4 nights!

Perfectly situated quiet cottage. Possibly 60m from the castle. Aga was a delight, never having used one before. So much to see in the area. Lindisfarne, Bamburgh, Hawick House and the beautiful gardens of Cragside. A delightful week.

Barbara

Loveley cottage perfect location the only thing I would say that could be ... Loveley cottage perfect location the only thing I would say that could be improved is the cooking facility I think a conventional oven and hob would be better but other than that the cottage is perfect

Pauline

A lovely comfortable and well equipped cottage in a great position in Alnwick. We really enjoyed our stay. Good walks from the doorstep and ideal for visiting the castle and the gardens.

Shirley

I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Lavender Cottage. Clean, comfortable, wellequipped, and perfectly located for exploring. We could have done with staying another week and I would definitely like to return. My first experience using an Aga was a positive one and I imagine the cottage would be lovely and cosy in the cooler months. Some lovely pubs and restaurants nearby but you definitely need to book ahead! Thank you

A little hidden oasis. Wonderfully private and yet still right in the middle of things. Beautifully set out, first cottage we have ever been to where we were really reluctant to leave. Already looking at booking for next year.

We were really happy with everything about this cottage. Amazing location, reasonable price, warm and cosy, nice bed, kitchen convenient with good facilities

Well located in a quiet private courtyard but within a short walk of all local amenities and attractions. On street permit parking two permits provided on Bailiffgate. Cosy, quaint, comfortable.

A real home from home. Same squeaky floor boards as our house. Cosy and comfortable would be an apt description. We've had a great time visiting local Castles and restaurants etc. Always able to park on the street outside. Many thanks.

Enjoyed staying in a warm cosy cottage in the centre of town.

Lavender Cottage was the perfect place to stay, it has all you need for a perfect stay. Great location, pleasant outdoor area, spacious and comfortable accommodation. We will definitely be booking again next time we visit Alnwick. The cottage has a wonderful warmth courtesy of the aga and the decor is charming. It is a real home from home.

Loved it . Best one we've stayed in to date.

Lavender Cottage was lovely and I love how it is set in a courtyard. It is in walking distance to Alnwick town centre. Also its well situated to get out and about to see various attractions.

This is a wonderful, homely cottage which we would highly recommend. It is in a central location in Alnwick yet tucked away in its own private courtyard with a sunny spot for breakfast and evening meal.The Aga was fun to use and made the cottage very snug. There was a fantastic supply of local maps and guides, as well as a huge library of videosDVDs for all tastes.The beds were comfy, the hot water plentiful and the kitchen well stocked with everything you might need. A perfect place to stay.

We really enjoyed our stay at Lavender Cottage. It&rsquos a lovely property in an excellent location. Very comfortable and homely, it really didn&rsquot feel like a holiday let. Ideal location and great to have garden and parking . Very good instructions left and useful guides to the area. Would definitely recommend to friends and would visit again ourselves.

Really well equipped and comfortable accommodation which is steeped in history. Even the access through a passage to Nurses Yard is like a trip through history. Extremely welcoming with an AGA warming the kitchen as you enter. Wonderfully convenient location in an historical part of Alnwick and in walking distance of the castle, garden and town restaurants and pubs.

A very comfortable character cottage in an excellent location.

We have visited Lavender Cottage several times and have always enjoyed our holiday. The cottage has everything we need and is well placed for exploring the area.

Excellent location, quiet but near all essential facilities. Nearby onstreet parking a real bonus.The property is spacious and well equipped retaining much of its original character.

Lavender Cottage is cosy and comfortable. This was our sixth visit and won&rsquot be our last.

We have stayed at this property several times it&rsquos one of our favourites as it really feels like a home from home comfortable, cosy and very well equipped.

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