1 Coquet Lodge, Morpeth

1 Coquet Lodge, originally an old granary, has now been beautifully refurbished and offers superb self-catering accommodation for up to 4 guests, making it a great choice for families and couples alike who are looking for a base from which to spend days out and about, exploring the area. Accessed via a gravel, farm track, 1 Coquet Lodge, is ideally situated for exploring the local area and has easy access to some stunning riverside walks, along the River Coquet, as well as some prime fishing opportunities (with a permit). Within easy reach, is the unique visitor attraction, Warkworth Hermitage, a late medieval cave and chapel of a solitary holy man which is only accessible by boat and is well worth a visit! Warkworth village offers visitors both stunning countryside to admire and enjoy, as well as access to an exceptional beach with miles of sandy dunes and great views of Coquet Island. There are lots of watersports activities that take place on this stretch of coast, so if you are feeling adventurous, you could try your hand at surfing or canoeing. In the heart of Warkworth, which is less than 1/2 a mile from the cottage, is a quaint village with lots of amenities, including a great range of pubs, restaurants and independent shops. The beautiful English Heritage owned medieval castle sits high on the banks of the River Coquet and is a lovely place to spend some time exploring and learning about its fascinating history. You could also take a river trip and visit the nearby Hermitage, carved into the rocks. The popular seaside town of Amble is just 5 minutes drive, where you can enjoy the bustling harbour village which offers great shopping opportunities with its unique outlets and Spurelli award winning ice cream parlour. You can also take a boat trip from the harbour to visit Coquet Island and take a closer look at the Puffin birds and other seabirds who live on the island. Please note: The cottage is situated on a working small-holding currently undergoing renovation. Some noise and disturbance may occur as a result of this on weekdays during the hours of 8am-4pm approximately. Wherever possible, any disruption will be kept to a minimum. The cottage is priced accordingly. Fishing Permits - day and weekly permits are available from the Northumbrian Anglers Federation. Please contact the N. A .F. representative Willy on: 01669 620984 after 6pm for prices and more information. This cottage accepts two well behaved dogs.