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These 13 cosy Northumberland cottages are already on our 2026 wish list
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While you’re twiddling your thumbs during Twixmas, wondering what 2026 has in store, let us tempt you with a Northumberland escape.
Think roaring open fires, cosy interiors and scenic views that go on forever — whether it’s a full family getaway to the coast, a romantic countryside hideaway for two or a special group trip with friends.
Here are the Northumberland cottages we’ll be booking in 2026.
BLISSFUL COTTAGES BY THE BEACH TO BOOK
Hemmel House, Craster – Beach & Quiet
Sleeps: 6
Dog-friendly: no
Beach & Quiet offer a lovely range of Northumberland cottages, but Hemmel House is a real standout. Set near Craster and Dunstanburgh Castle, it’s spacious, stylish and peaceful, with stunning rural-to-sea views. Perfect for families or friends wanting coastal calm.
Budle Newton Cottage, Budle – North East Escapes
Sleeps: 8
Dog-friendly: yes
North East Escapes manage a wide range of Northumberland retreats, and Budle Newton is perfect for groups. With sea views, hot tub, games room and space for dogs, it’s ideal for special occasions, coastal escapes and relaxed luxury near Bamburgh.
The Hideaway, Beadnell – Beadnell Bay Cottages
Sleeps: 4
Dog-friendly: yes
Beadnell Bay Cottages have several coastal stays, and The Hideaway is ideal for couples or small families. Just a short walk from Beadnell Bay, it’s cosy, modern and dog friendly, with an enclosed garden for post-beach lounging and sandy paws.
No.1 Cherry Tree, Beadnell – Cherry Tree & Almond
Sleeps: 2
Dog-friendly: yes
Cherry Tree & Almond specialise in adults-only, pet-friendly apartments, with a range to choose from. No.1 Cherry Tree is a chic ground-floor escape near Beadnell Bay, ideal for romantic breaks with a private garden, luxury interiors and beach walks on tap.
Guillemot Cottage, Seahouses – Little Hideaways
Sleeps: 6
Dog-friendly: yes
Little Hideaways offer several cosy dog-friendly cottages in Seahouses, and Guillemot is a favourite. Close to the harbour, it’s warm and welcoming with a log burner, space for families, and easy access to beaches, pubs and Farne Islands adventures.
The Sands Cottage, Seahouses – Home Decor Cottages
Sleeps: 4
Dog-friendly: yes
Home Decor Cottages offers a small collection of stylish escapes, and The Sands Cottage is perfect for a seaside escape. Close to the harbour and dog-friendly beaches, it’s cosy, characterful and great for families wanting walks, boat trips and relaxed coastal days.
CHILLED COUNTRY COTTAGES TO CHECK OUT NEXT YEAR
Wheatlands Cottage, Cramlington – Burradon Farm Houses & Cottages
Sleeps: 4
Dog-friendly: yes
Burradon Farm offers a brilliant range of countryside cottages for couples, families and groups. Wheatlands Cottage is a favourite: a beautifully converted former stable with a wood burner, sunroom and gorgeous views. Peaceful, luxurious and perfect for a relaxed rural escape.
The Cheviot, Branton – Breamish Valley Cottages
Sleeps: 4
Dog-friendly: yes
Breamish Valley has several luxury cottages at the foothills of the Cheviots, and The Cheviot is ideal for families. Cosy yet spacious, with farm-style charm and easy access to the pool, spa, games room and onsite restaurant. Great for countryside stays with added comforts.
Coach House, Chathill – Doxford Cottages
Sleeps: 8
Dog-friendly: no
Doxford Cottages offer ten stunning five* Gold properties, and Coach House is perfect for big get-togethers. Set on the Doxford Estate near the coast, it’s packed with space, games facilities and beautiful grounds—ideal for celebrations, family holidays and memorable escapes.
The Hayloft, Hexham – Chesters Stables
Sleeps: 4
Dog-friendly: no
Chesters Stables offer a collection of five-star countryside suites near Hadrian’s Wall. The Hayloft is a stylish split-level retreat with two en-suite king bedrooms and a bright open-plan living space upstairs. Calm, modern and ideal for families or friends exploring rural Northumberland.
Lakeside Cottage, Edward, Corbridge – Crabtree & Crabtree
Sleeps: 2
Dog-friendly: yes
Crabtree & Crabtree curate exceptional escapes across the North. Lakeside Cottage is a dreamy, dog-friendly bolthole for two, tucked into peaceful surroundings. Perfect for slow mornings, long walks and switching off completely—while knowing there’s a whole collection to browse too.
Brunton Burn, Alnwick – Brunton House & Cottages
Sleeps: 2
Dog-friendly: no
Brunton House & Cottages offer a fantastic mix of coastal and countryside stays, from couples’ retreats to large group houses. Brunton Burn is a peaceful, stylish hideaway for two, with beautiful burn-side views and luxury finishes – perfectly placed between Alnwick and Bamburgh.
Rachael Ellis
Head of Content
After gaining a first in her BA Media and Journalism degree at Northumbria University, Rachael worked at Newcastle’s leading regional newspaper with her stories being picked up in national and global newspapers. She spent two very successful years giving a voice to those communities across the North East who otherwise…
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