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About this property
Secluded Coastal Cottage parking, garden, tree house, bike shed. Beach - 5 mins.
Midwood Cottage – Secluded Coastal Holiday Cottage in Alnmouth, Northumberland
Midwood Cottage is a beautiful coastal holiday cottage in Alnmouth, set in a stunning and peaceful location just moments from the beach and village centre. Tucked away within a secluded woodland garden rich in wildlife, this charming cottage offers the perfect escape for couples or small families seeking relaxation on the Northumberland coast.
The cottage is just a five-minute walk to Alnmouth’s golden sandy beach and village, and around 15 minutes on foot to Alnmouth railway station. Many guests choose to arrive by train, and we are happy to offer a local pick-up by arrangement.
We are proud winners of the “Hidden Gem – North East” Award (2018).
A Perfect Bolthole for Relaxation & Coastal Adventures
Relax and rejuvenate in this welcoming self-catering holiday cottage in Alnmouth, ideally located within the Northumberland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With wonderful scenic walks from the doorstep and miles of coastline to explore, Midwood Cottage is an ideal base for a coastal break.
Accommodation
Midwood Cottage is beautifully furnished in a fresh New England style, creating a light, airy and welcoming space throughout.
Spacious kingsize bedroom with a luxurious en-suite shower room
Open-plan lounge, kitchen and dining area with comfortable seating
Round dining table seating up to four guests
Doors opening directly onto the private woodland garden with bird feeding station.
The fully equipped kitchen includes a dishwasher, electric cooker and washer/dryer. Guests also enjoy free Wi-Fi and Netflix during their stay.
Garden & Outdoor Space
Access to Midwood Cottage is via a long private drive, shared with neighbouring Midwood Lodge. There is on-site parking for two cars.
The large, secluded woodland garden surrounding the cottage is a true highlight and a paradise for children and nature lovers alike. Features include:
A fantastic treehouse
Plenty of space for outdoor games
Patio area for alfresco dining in the summer months
Secure bike shed for cyclists
Local Amenities & Things to Do
Alnmouth is one of the prettiest seaside villages on the Northumberland coast, set within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village offers:
Independent shops and cafés
Excellent restaurants and traditional pubs
Its own art gallery
Two golf courses
A stunning stretch of golden sandy beach
Alnmouth is also well known for its annual Arts Festival in June.
A large supermarket delivers groceries to the village, and nearby Alnwick (just 10 minutes’ drive) offers a large Sainsbury’s, a modern leisure centre with swimming pool, and the famous Alnwick Castle and Gardens.
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Alnwick
Located in Alnwick, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Alnwick Castle and Warkworth Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Northumberland Coast and Cragside Country Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Alnwick Playhouse and Lilidorei at The Alnwick Garden. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
Is Secluded Coastal Cottage parking, garden, tree house, bike shed. Beach - 5 mins. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Secluded Coastal Cottage parking, garden, tree house, bike shed. Beach - 5 mins.?
As of 10 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Secluded Coastal Cottage parking, garden, tree house, bike shed. Beach - 5 mins. on 30 Apr 2026 start from AU$245, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Secluded Coastal Cottage parking, garden, tree house, bike shed. Beach - 5 mins.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Secluded Coastal Cottage parking, garden, tree house, bike shed. Beach - 5 mins.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Secluded Coastal Cottage parking, garden, tree house, bike shed. Beach - 5 mins.?
Checkout is at 9:30 AM.
Where is Secluded Coastal Cottage parking, garden, tree house, bike shed. Beach - 5 mins. located?
This family-friendly Alnwick cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Alnmouth Village Golf Club and Northumberland Coast. Alnwick Playhouse and Lilidorei at The Alnwick Garden are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Excellent accommodation, fantastic facilities and location.
alison m.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Dec 2022
Thank you for staying in Midwood Cottage and for your lovely review. Please come back to Northumberland any time.
Best Wishes for 2023.
Christine and The Team
Archival
8/10 Good
stephen B.
19 Sept 2017
very comfortable and close to the sea and excellent restaurants
Convenient for Alnmouth and good location for access to A1. Excellent base for walking. Cottage is very comfortable and well furnished.
stephen B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Dear Guests,
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your visit to Alnmouth. The restaurants are lovely in the village as you say and the walks in the area are in such beautiful coastal settings. We hope that you would like to return to Northumberland in the future. Many thanks again for taking the time to let us know about your visit.
Christine and Louise
Fabulous stay in this well equipped and comfortable cottage. Easy access to public transport, beautiful natural beaches, and lovely walks. Would definitely recommend.
Kathryn B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Dec 2022
Thank you for your lovely review. Please come back to Northumberland any time.
All the best for 2023.
Fabulous cottage in ideal location, very clean, everything you need, 5min walk to the village and beach. The woodland garden is lovely to sit outside, however we were not expecting it to be a shared garden with the adjoining cottage. Description just says secluded garden not shared.
Julie M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2024
Thank you for your kind review. Just to say I have amended our description to explain the garden is shared. Thank you.
Midwood Cottage was perfect for our stay. The property was well equipped, very clean, very nicely furnished & in a quiet location. Having a lovely garden to sit out in and a parking space was great - both rare for holiday lets in Alnmouth. The host Christine was excellent with communications & provided lots of helpful information about places to visit, eat etc. There were lovely additional personal touches on arrival & a thoughtful welcome tray which was much appreciated & made us feel welcome! I can't praise the host or recommend the property highly enough.
Sue B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2023
Thank you so much for your lovely review it is great to know that you enjoyed your visit to Alnmouth and our cottage. We will pass on your kind words to all the team, it is much appreciated.
Best Wishes
Christine
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Paul L.
2 May 2017
Fabulous Cottage
What a welcome to this wonderful cottage tucked away in lovely garden.
We have stayed in many cottages both in the UK and Europe but we have never had a welcome pack like the one we received at Midwood Cottage.
The cottage was very well appointed to cater for all our needs and can easily understand the Gold Star rating.
Lovely garden to relax in with a glass of wine from the welcome pack.
Having grandchildren it was pleasant to see the children from the cottage next door enjoying the tree house and monkey swing that is provided for them.
We shall return to explore the lovely area around Alnmouth.
Paul L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for your lovely review, we are delighted that you enjoyed your visit and we hope we can welcome you back in thr future. Best Wishes
Christine and Louise
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Cat P.
21 Jan 2017
Home from home
We've just returned from a lovely New Year's break in the cottage and weren't disappointed by our first visit to the area.
We were made to feel welcome before we set off with great communication and recommendations from Christine and Louise. This was reaffirmed by a generous welcome pack and even a Christmas tree when we arrived at the cottage in the evening.
The cottage is in a great location with a very short walk to the village's main road, shops and pubs. The beach is gorgeous and is part of a lovely circular walk past the estuary and back to the cottage. Alnmouth is really well placed for exploring the local area and we felt it had just the right balance of peace, but things to do. We met some really friendly people during our visit and even joined locals in a dip in the sea on New Years Day!
The cottage was really comfortable, modern and had everything we needed during our stay. It very much felt like a home from home. There is a large garden at the back from where you could sit and look towards the estuary and great play facilities for children. The garden is shared, but we both commented on how you couldn't hear the visitors in the adjoining lodge. If there were children in the treehouse they would be able to see into the kitchen, but there are good blinds to ensure privacy and we were out everyday so didn't find this a problem. We'd definitely recommend the cottage to others.
Cat P.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for taking the time and trouble to write such a super review. We are really touched and delighted that you enjoyed your stay.
Please come back and stay at Midwood Cottage again soon.
All the best
Louise and Christine.
Small but everything we could want and more. Tasteful decor, excellent amenities, very generous welcome tray. Property in great position 5 minutes from main Street, but quiet and secluded.
Sally B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2022
Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit. You are more than welcome any time. Hope you had a safe journey home.
Best Wishes Christine
Such a Christmassy welcome sight in the living room after quite a long drive . . Delightful cottage in super part of the UK even enjoyed it with a bad hip ;owners most helpful re possible wheelchair walks beforehand
Will be booking again when health is perfect to become closer acquainted with the area and again enjoy this perfect cottage for comfort, style,convenience so clearly lovingly cared for.
Sarah and John
Beautifully presented and equipped cottage for two, with lots of lovely touches (like a homemade cake). We loved our stay.
January S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for your lovely review, we will pass on your kind words to all the team behind the scenes, especially Joan, who bakes our cakes! Please come back to Northumberland any time.
Best Wishes, Christine and Louise.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amanda P.
30 Mar 2019
Excellent cottage
We had a fabulous stay, great amenities all we needed and welcome pack lovely. High spec finish and great location visited lots of castles and the walk to Warkworth is worth it on the beach will definitely recommend to friends😊
Amanda P.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Hello Amanda thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted that you had a great time in Alnmouth, we will pass on your kind words to the rest of the team. Please come back to Northumberland in the future. Yes please, it would be lovely if you recommended the Cottage to your friends :)
Verified
10/10 Excellent
mark d.
23 Feb 2019
Probably the best accommodation we’ve ever stayed in
Unreservedly recommended; most hospitable hosts we’ve come across in over 30 years. Cottage was beautifully prepared and equipped. Everything we wanted. Worth going just for the homemade cake.
mark d.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We will pass on your lovely comments to all the team who help make the Cottages so special. Julie and Susan our wonderful cleaners. Jim who looks after the garden, Joyce who does the laundry and finally Joan our amazing baker who is also my mum and a spritely 83 years old! (She even won an award for her cakes a couple of years ago). You have made her day and ours too!! Thank you so much. Christine and Louise :)
Verified
8/10 Good
Mike R.
29 May 2018
A little gem
The cottage is beautifully presented, with loads of yummy goodies. An ideal base for visiting some of the most famous and beautiful places in Northumberland, such as Hadrians Wall, Holy Island, Bamburg Castle, Alnwick Castle and Gardens, Cragside, Howick Hall Gardens and wonderful walks taking in some of the glorious sandy beaches such as Warkworth and Bedle Bay. For such a small village, Alnmouth packs a punch for its charm and pubs providing excellent food. The pride that Christine and Louise have for Midwood shows in every way, and rightly so.
Mike R.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay in Alnmouth. Northumberland has so much to offer. We will pass on your kind words to the team who help at the Cottage and please come back to visit again.
Best Wishes
Christine and Louise
Verified
8/10 Good
Ian H.
4 May 2018
Very clean and comfortable cottage in super location.
Cottage immaculate gift pack on arrival a lovely touch, super stay in Alnmouth cottage in superb location with bus stops at top of the drive way and a good bus service to let us explore other villages in the area.
Ian H.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for your lovely review. we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay in Alnmouth and you enjoyed visiting Northumberland. Have a great summer and please come back any time. We will pass on your kind words to everyone who helps with the Cottages. Best Wishes
Christine and Louise :)
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrew B.
13 Feb 2018
Excellent property that ticks all the boxes
Very well presented property in an ideal location. A welcome pack and well stocked kitchen made it most welcoming. We will visit again and not hesitate to recommend to family and friends.
Andrew B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Hello
Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your holiday In Alnmouth and we hope you will visit Northumberland again in the future. We will pass on your kind remarks to all of the team who look after Midwood Lodge and Cottage. Thank you so much. Christine and Louise
Archival
10/10 Excellent
James W.
11 Nov 2017
Comfortable & Well Equipped Cottage
Great central location for exploring the coast and Alnwick. Great pub (Sun) is an easy crawl down the road in the town.
Copious information provided for all aspects: getting there; how equipment works; where to visit; where to eat; etc. Owners made personal friendly contact.
Much better experience than the norm...idea for a romantic duo.
James W.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Heather G.
23 Oct 2017
A lovely little cottage
The cottage was very clean and comfortable with everything you could need. Correspondence and local information from the owners was very useful and they left some lovely goodies for us, very thoughtful. We will be back.
Heather G.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased that you had a good holiday and enjoyed visiting Alnmouth. We hope you come back again in the future.
Best Wishes
Christine and Louise
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Maureen W.
17 Oct 2017
Lovely, peaceful cottage
Lovely well equipped midern cottage with off road parking. It's within walking distance of shops and restaurants. The welcome pack was much appreciated and we really enjoyed the cake. We were certainly very comfortable there and would love to visit again
Maureen W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Robert B.
7 Oct 2017
Homely Cottage which is perfect for a couple seeking a relaxing break in a good location
Lovely spotlessly clean Cottage. We felt at home as soon as we arrived. Fully equipped with everything you could need and in a quiet cul de sac which makes for a relaxing time. Perfect location to tour Northumberland and the Cottage is less than a 5 minute walk to the village and its amenities. Excellent choice of pubs, restaurants and eating places.
Very thoughtful owners who provide a wealth of information on the area and a very extensive welcome tray. Would highly recommend. We wish we lived closer so that we could visit more often
Robert B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind review, we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us in Alnmouth and we hope that you can visit again in the future. We try really hard to make the Cottage a 'home from home' and it is lovely to hear that you felt this too. We love the property and the location and it is so rewarding when our guests have a great holiday in Midwood Cottage. Thank you from all the team.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Martin W.
12 Sept 2017
Excellent cottage in superb location
The organisation and communication from Christine and Louise is first rate.
The cottage is well furnished, is immaculately clean and has everything you need.
The location couldn't be better - Within easy strolling distance of Alnmouth shops, pubs, restaurants and the superb sandy beach.
We especially appreciated:
- The little extras that were already in the cottage for example the cake, chocolate, tea, coffee, biscuits
- The excellent clear instructions on how to use the shower, the heating and the lighting in the bathroom
- The comfortable and decent sized bed
- The recommendation for the best pub in town (The Red Lion) - Good beers, good choice of wine, very good food - Make sure you book the restaurant in the pub as both the bar area and the restaurant get very busy
We would also recommend:
- Bistro 23 restaurant in Alnmouth (only open 2 or 3 nights a week and need to book).
- Mumbai Flavours restaurant in Alnwick
- The street food shack in Alnmouth selling locally caught seafood and nice sweet potato fries - The guy running the place is a really friendly character who loves to chat and knows everything about Northumberland
Martin W.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for such a lovely review. It will be great for potential guests to see what's available in the local area too, in fact we will have to try Mumbai Flavours in Alnwick too, as we haven't been!!
Thank you for taking the time to submit your review. We really appreciate it.
Louise and Christine.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Joan A.
9 May 2017
Wonderful cottage in great location
We loved this fantastic holiday cottage. It is in a lovely private location in Alnmouth. We could walk to the beach and the village, and the bus stop was just at the end of the drive. We used the bus to visit Warkworth, Alnwick and Berwick, all great places to see with Castles and historical sights. It was so peaceful and relaxing in the cottage we would love to visit again. The Cottage is sparklingly clean with everything you could possibly need. The welcome tray on arrival was a lovely surprise, thank you very much.
Joan A.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for your lovely review, we hope that you can come again. Christine and Louise
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl Cooper C.
5 May 2017
Super bungalow
The bungalow was very well equipped with off road parking; the bed was extremely comfortable and the welcome pack was exceptional and extremely generous. It was a nice quiet location but within easy walking distance of the local pubs, restaurants and the beaches. I would thoroughly recommend this property .
Cheryl Cooper C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind review, we are delighted that you enjoyed your visit and we hope we can welcome you back in the future. Best Wishes
Christine and Louise
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Vanessa J.
16 Apr 2017
A great cottage & location to stay in the beautiful Northumberland.
So pleased I chose to stay in Midwood Cottage in Alnmouth! It is a lovely cottage which is clean with modern fittings and furnishings. The owners were very welcoming with a personal touch from the moment the booking was made! On arrival the cottage was clean & it immediately felt homely. A lovely surprise to find a welcoming card & gifts from the owners too!
The cottage is set back off the road & we found it very peaceful. It is only 5 or so minutes walk to the beach & being able to walk out along the coast in the evening was fantastic. Definitely made the right decision to base ourselves in Alnmouth rather than being more inland.
I would expect the cottage to not be as quiet if guests were staying in the adjoining lodge but for our mid season stay it was fantastic!
Thank you
Vanessa J.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for your lovely review, we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us in Alnmouth. We try really hard to make the Cottage a 'home from home' and it is lovely to hear that you felt this too. It is so rewarding when our guests have a great holiday in Midwood Cottage/Lodge. We will pass on your lovely comments to the whole team. We hope you can visit Northumberland again in the future.
Best Wishes
Christine and Louise
About the host
Hosted by Christine Storey
The Storey family love sharing the property with guests and try to make it a home from home. We always leave a lovely welcome pack for guests to enjoy and provide tea and coffee and homemade cakes. ( And a bit of alcohol ). We have wonderful memories of seeing our children grow up and have fabulous photographs of children playing football on the beach and beautiful village scenes through the seasons. And the garden often has colourful visitors.
Why they chose this property
We love the village of Alnmouth and the privacy that this property gives with lots of outdoor space and parking which is rare in the village. The huge garden is such a pleasure as we live close to the city and typically have small urban gardens. The tree house is wonderful for children to play in. We have a big shed which guests can use for storing bikes and walking gear.
What makes this property unique
It is lovely for families as it is all on one level and we have lots of awards including: Families Welcome, Walkers Welcome, Cyclists Welcome We have awards for family friendly, with indoor and outdoor games. We also have our own Tarzan swing in the garden as well as a wonderful tree house. We are very proud to announce that we won the "Hidden Gem" Northeast, award for 2018.