This 3-bedroom cottage is a 4 star gold rated stone cottage beside the River Coquet in Warkworth, Northumberland. This waterside retreat sleeps six guests across three beautifully finished bedrooms. The property offers direct access to the riverside path where you can spot swans, herons, kingfishers and occasionally otters.

Warkworth is a historic village with a spectacular sandy beach less than a mile away. The medieval castle ruins sit just half a mile from your door. Amble lies 2 miles away with its colourful harbour, shops and boat trips to see puffins and seals on Coquet Island.

The cottage features a super-king-size bedroom, a king-size bedroom with river views and a twin bedroom. All three rooms have luxury bedding. The family bathroom has a freestanding bath and separate shower. Downstairs you'll find a well-equipped kitchen/diner, a light-filled sunroom with vaulted ceiling and a bay-fronted lounge with open fire and Nintendo Wii.

Warkworth Castle (0.5 miles, 2 minutes) dominates the skyline. Alnwick Castle (8 miles, 15 minutes) offers Harry Potter filming locations. Bamburgh Castle (17 miles, 25 minutes) stands on the coast. The Farne Islands (20 miles, 30 minutes) provide exceptional wildlife watching.

Families and couples seeking riverside tranquillity with beach access will love this cottage. Two dogs are welcome to join you.