The Poachers Pocket is a three-bedroom holiday cottage in Whittingham, Northumberland. This property sleeps six guests and sits in the heart of this peaceful village, just 8.5 miles from Alnwick. The cottage features oil central heating and a woodburning stove with complimentary starter packs from October to April.

Whittingham offers easy access to Northumberland's coast and countryside. Alnmouth beach is 4 miles away. Rothbury sits 10 miles distant. The cottage has a non-enclosed woodland garden with patio furniture and welcomes up to three well-behaved dogs.

Accommodation includes a first-floor super-king-size bedroom, a first-floor twin room and a ground-floor super-king-size bedroom that converts to twin beds on request. The family bathroom has a freestanding bath and walk-in shower. There's also a first-floor WC. The kitchen-diner has a double electric oven, induction hob, washer/dryer and dishwasher. Off-road parking for three cars is provided.

Alnwick Castle (8.5 miles, 15 minutes) and Alnwick Garden (8.5 miles, 15 minutes) make excellent days out. Bamburgh Castle sits 15 miles away (25 minutes). Bailiffgate Museum (8.5 miles, 15 minutes) showcases local history.

The Poachers Pocket suits families and groups wanting to explore Northumberland's castles, beaches and market towns from a well-equipped base.