Our nearest town is the attractive old market town of Rothbury, with its picturesque tree-lined main street, and its array of traditional pubs, restaurants and shops; Rothbury should be your first stop on a day out.

Old Stables Cottage is situated just outside the Northumberland National Park; the park covers 400 square miles (103,600 hectares) of wild Northumbrian countryside, the perfect place for walking, bird watching, cycling, or simply sitting in the car and enjoying the panoramic views.

The Northumberland National Park is the least populated of all the National Parks in England and Wales, so you'll be lucky if you bump into anyone else while you're there. It truly is one of the best places in the country to get away from it all, in peaceful and tranquil surroundings.

The local area has a wealth of things to do. Why not visit the nearby Cragside House and Estate? Cragside is famous for being the first home to be powered by hydro electricity. The house was built between 1864 and 1884 by Lord Armstrong, and is open to the public between March and November.

If visiting places of historic interest is your thing, then you could also visit Tosson Tower, built over 400 years ago as a defense against the invading Scots and Border Reivers. Although now a ruin, it is still a very interesting part of Northumbrian history.

Further afield, there are medieval castles at Alnwick, Warkworth, Dunstanburgh, Bamburgh and Chillingham. These are all open to the public, throughout the year, and are well worth a visit.

The majority of castles in Northumberland are situated near the coast, which means, not only do you get to visit these fantastic historic buildings, but you also get to see the beautiful Northumberland coastline.

Northumberland has miles upon miles of golden sandy beaches, with the odd rocky one too! If the weather is nice, then a day on the coast is a must; it's roughly a thirty minute drive, but it is well worth it. Alnmouth, Warkworth, Embleton and Bamburgh beaches are amongst Northumberland's finest.

If you miss the hustle and bustle of the city, or like to shop on a grander scale, then head south towards the city of Newcastle Upon Tyne. Newcastle offers some fantastic and varied restaurants, shops, and is renowned for its lively nightlife. Other attractions include: the Baltic art gallery, the Millennium Bridge and the famous Quayside.

While you're staying at Old Stables Cottage, you can do as much or as little as you want. We are more than happy to give you further advice on local attractions and things to do during your stay - don't hesitate to ask.

If you would like to know any more about the area, and things to do here, then please contact us.