Rock Creek, Craster

Northumberland. Sleeps up to 8

This private stone-built property nestled in the village of Rock is an oasis of calm with landscaped grounds a private stream and easy access to the beautiful Northumberland coast, a safe haven sleeping up to eight guests.

A meeting of modern design and original features Rock Creek provides a bright and airy space for you to socialise and unwind.  Cook up a storm in the spacious, open plan kitchen where you can glide, glass in hand, from the large breakfast island to comfortable sofas right through the bi-fold doors to the raised balcony that overlooks the landscaped greenery outside.  The kitchen is stocked to the rafters with integrated appliances, dishwasher, washer-dryer and coffee machine, all you need to cater for group meals at the eight-seater dining table.  On a chillier night a further cosy snug room is a great spot to snuggle up with a book by the fire or gaze out the floor to ceiling feature windows and soak up the view.

The sleeping accommodation continues the feeling of space and light, with four bright bedrooms with clean bed linens and soft towels included.  On the ground floor a super king size bedroom with en-suite bath, benefits from access, via a glazed double door, to the balcony and outdoor seating where you can enjoy a morning coffee in the fresh breeze.  On the first floor you’ll find a generous double with en-suite shower and double aspect window, a further double room and a twin room with access to a crisp, white-tiled family bathroom with bath, over bath shower and WC.

Alongside the excellent balcony area, the outdoor space offers an expansive countryside view with a delightful private stream and jetty overlooking a small lake.  Listen to the soothing trickle of water as you recline on the outdoor furniture, the ultimate sound of relaxation.

With the Northumberland beaches, castles and beauty spots within close proximity, Rock Creek provides an idyllic rural setting offering peace and privacy whilst being up close to the bustling action of neighbouring towns.

Set amongst the rugged natural beauty of England’s wild north coast, there is much to explore and discover.  Just a short drive away is the historic Alnwick Castle, stroll amongst the courtyards and archways that featured dominantly in the first two Harry Potter films as the location for Hogwarts.   Right next to the castle are the beautiful Alnwick Gardens, a 12-acre landscaped garden with its grand tiered water feature, the Grand Cascade, exotic plant life and impressive wooden treehouse restaurant.

If you are looking for more history then a stroll around the headland of the crumbling Dunstanburgh Castle is a must, the focus of intense fighting during the War of the Roses providing an embattled buffer between England and Scotland.  Take the short walk from Craster to fully appreciate the scale and drama of the castle approach.  You could even stop off at the golden sands of Embleton Bay to enjoy a lazy snooze and a spectacular view.

If the rolling waves are calling to you, why not take a boat trip to the fantastic Farne Islands, between Seahouses and Bamburgh.  At its peak it’s home to upwards of 100,000 pairs of breeding birds with 290 species found on the island, most notably the Puffin who build their nests there.  From March to November boats can be taken for stop offs on the two islands, an absolute must for nature lovers.

A trip to Craster harbour is well worth it if you are looking for some fresh seafood fare and a bustling pub scene.  L Robson & Sons has a traditional fish smoker producing Craster Kippers that you can pick up for lunch, whilst the Jolly Fisherman is a great pub with a seaside terrace and oysters on the menu.  Walk off your feast by taking a scenic stroll down the Northumberland Costal Path which passes right through the pub terrace.

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