Offering the ultimate romantic retreat in the heart of the Northumberland countryside close to the village of Alnmouth, The Bothy at Mount Pleasant boasts simply sublime rural views and promises guests a truly rejuvenating break. Inside, the accommodation is warm and welcoming with the sitting area inviting guests in straight away with a seating area arranged around a delightful woodburning stove. This is somewhere you can imagine curling up and getting warm in the cooler months and enjoying spending time together. The small but perfectly formed kitchen has all that’s needed to be able to create fantastic food for your loved one and when you’re ready to serve up there is an intimate dining area, perfect for long, leisurely meals together. Outside, there is a private patio area with captivating countryside views, ideal for stealing an alfresco meal if the weather allows, or grabbing a quick coffee in the morning before heading out for the day. At bedtime, make your way to the charming double bedroom complete with feature exposed stone wall which is the perfect sanctuary of calm and somewhere you can relax and go to sleep, knowing the wonders of the Northumberland countryside are awaiting you in the morning. As well as a whole host of stunning country walks on the doorstep, the coastal village of Alnmouth is a short walk where you will find miles of sandy beaches just waiting to be discovered as well as a good selection of shops and eateries and a golf course. Jump in the car for a short but scenic drive to Alnwick, famous for its castle and gardens, with attractions a little further afield including Dunstanburgh Castle, Howick Hall and Gardens, Northumberland Country Zoo, Farne Islands and Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre. Activities worth having a go at while you’re here include golf at Alnmouth Golf Club, horse-riding at Slate Hall Riding Centre, surfing at Bamburgh Castle Beach and sailing at Beadnell Sailing Club. The Bothy at Mount Pleasant offers couples a truly stunning, intimate hideaway and promises a romantic break to remember.

Situated just 4 miles east of Alnwick, Alnmouth is a charming resort popular with golfers and those seeking a peaceful holiday. The village lies on a narrow spit of land between the River Aln and the North Sea and was originally the port for Alnwick. Nowadays the area has returned to its unspoilt origins and offers a good variety of shops, pubs and restaurants as well as an excellent “links” golf course and some great rivers for fishing, as well as boasting miles and miles of splendid beaches and sand dunes to explore which afford stunning views of the North Sea. A short drive will bring you to Alnwick with its famous historic castle, The Alnwick Garden housing the Poison Garden which runs guided tours through dangerous botanicals and a variety of pubs and restaurants. Alnmouth is well situated for exploring Northumberland.

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