The property
Situated on the outskirts of Widdrington, a countryside village in Northumberland, is this single-storey detached cottage, Tartaria. Offering ground-floor living, private gardens to the front and the back, and proximity to both amenities and nature-filled attractions, the cottage is the perfect base for a family, looking to enjoy the outdoors; Tartaria sleeps four guests, and provides flexible sleeping arrangements. Arriving at off-road parking, head towards the entrance of the cottage, beyond the front garden, and into the welcoming hallway. An inviting sitting room will greet you, with ample seating, an electric fire, and a Smart TV, where you can relax and unwind after a day of adventure. Moving through to the kitchen/diner, you'll find all the essentials to fulfil your culinary needs, including a microwave for convenience, and a dishwasher for a fuss-free clear-up; gather around the dining table, well-positioned in front of the suntrap garden, too keep you entertained find a range of books, DVDs, CDs, and board games. To the rear of the property, reach the utility room, perfect for keeping on top of your holiday clothes, whether you opt for thrill-seeking activities, or leisurely beach strolls. Venturing outside, enjoy the enclosed rear garden, fitting for an alfresco lunch or a glass of wine as the sun sets on Northumberland. When sleep calls, discover two generously-sized bedrooms, complete with ample storage to home your belongings; select between a king-size and a twin, both furnished with inviting fixtures. A contemporary shower room completes Tartaria, where you can rejuvenate and freshen up before heading out to explore the nearby village. Widdrington has several eateries and convenience stores to take advantage of, along with popular hidden gems for birdwatching, cycling, and trailing the hills of Northumberland. Keen walkers will enjoy hikes up to Northumberlandia, the woodlands at Druridge Bay Country Park, and coastal path routes up to St Mary's Lighthouse. Northumberland Country Zoo is the perfect amusement for the entire family, home to meerkats, birds of prey and snow leopards, whilst Woodhorn Museum offers educational tours of its former 19th-century coal mine. To enjoy the nearby water, relax upon Blyth Beach, stroll around Amble Harbour Village and its array of retail pods, or appreciate the golden sands of Druridge Bay Beach. Chibburn Priory is also a popular sight to visit if you're interested in the county's history, displaying the medieval ruins of a Hospitaller preceptory. For those who would like to venture further into the county, Bamburgh Castle, Warkworth Castle, Farne Islands to view the puffins, seals and dolphins, Holy Island famous for their home-produced Mead, Lindisfarne Castle, and Seahouses and Craster, where you can purchase the famous Craster kipper, are all recommended and accessible by car. With so much to add to your itinerary, enjoy your stay by choosing Tartaria as your dwelling.
About the location
WIDDRINGTON
Morpeth 8.4 miles; Amble 6 miles;
Widdrington is a village located around eight miles north east of Morpeth, an ideal place for exploring the county of Northumberland in an area wonderful for walkers, cyclists and bird-watchers. The local parish church is Grade I listed and dates to the Norman era, commanded by elevated ruins of the 18th century Widdrington Castle. The country park at Druridge Bay is less than two miles away and the bustling little seaport of Amble, situated at the mouth of the River Coquet, can also be reached easily. Historically a centre for boatbuilding, Amble offers a marina, a harbour, sandy beaches and coastal walks to the bird sanctuary at Hauxley. Large fishing boats moor along the harbour wall and land a variety of fish, prawns, crabs and lobsters - the daily catch can be bought at a fish shop in the harbour. A mile south of Amble is Coquet Island, an RSPB reserve with a large population of terns, puffins and eider ducks, which boat trips can be arranged around. The pretty coastal villages of Alnmouth and Craster, as well as numerous superb beaches, are only a short drive away, whilst the National Trust’s Wallington Hall and Cragside are also within easy reach. Be sure to visit picturesque Warkworth and its castle, plus the charming town of Alnwick with its castle and award-winning gardens too.
