Host & Stay | Old Reading Room | House in Lesbury

Summary:
Care and attention to detail is so evident at Old Reading Room. Beams, traditional interiors and a feeling of complete tranquillity are wonderful features of this romantic country cottage. Sleeping up to six guests, this dog friendly property is perfect for family get togethers in Northumberland. Within walking distance to the lovely village pub, The Coach Inn, you'll be perfectly placed to enjoy Lesbury, Alnwick and the rest of the coast.
The Space:
Old Reading Room oozes character and charm throughout its spacious rooms. Retaining many features of the historic past, including beams and wooden floors, it is bursting with elegance and makes the perfect holiday let to gather with friends and family.
The beautiful and impressively spacious living room has a feature fireplace housing an attractive wood burner, with period plate shelving around all the walls, used as storage for books. This is a delightful room and the hub of the home.
The individually designed, bespoke country kitchen has been custom made by a local kitchen maker and has granite and solid wood worktops as well as a large island and butler sink.
A fabulous wide central staircase with polished timber handrails leads to the first-floor landing with two skylights providing oodles of natural light and the exposed beams accentuate the historic nature of this gorgeous home.
The property features three bedrooms – one king, one double, and one twin. The master king features an ensuite shower room, whilst the remaining bedrooms have access to the main bathroom in the property.
A trundle bed is available in the master bedroom at Old Reading which can be made up upon request. When made up, the occupancy of the property will be increased to 8.
The family bathroom offers a bathtub with separate shower, WC and basin, while the ensuite is home to a walk-in shower. On the ground floor, there is a third bathroom which acts as a wet room.
From the front gate, a long path meanders to the front of the property. To the side elevation there is a gorgeous south-facing, cottage-style garden, enjoying the sun from early morning until late evening, visited by barn owls at night. A separate enclosed garden can be found off from the cottage garden. Great for dogs, this is a generously sized space.
Guest Access:
Guests have access to the full property. The keys to Old Reading Room are accessed via a key safe box, and full details will be provided prior to check in.
Private on-site parking is available for up to three vehicles.
A maximum of two well-behaved dogs are welcome to stay at Old Reading Room per reservation.
The Neighborhood:
Old Reading Room is a beautiful, detached stone property set in the tranquil coastal village of Lesbury, close to the stunning Northumbrian heritage coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There is a lovely 20-minute walk alongside the Aln River to the beach at Alnmouth, a picture postcard village with pubs, restaurants and coffee shops, and where you may spot a local artist or photographer capturing the beautiful sweeping golden beach and river estuary.
Alnwick, the market town where the Duke and Duchess reside in the famous castle, is only four miles away. Here you can explore some of the cobbled streets, cafés and alleyways whilst browsing the shops and stopping off for lunch. Three historic castles are within a 10-mile radius of the Old Reading Room, ensuring your days out are within easy driving distance.
Amble is a friendly small harbour town with a lovely Sunday market, which is popular with both locals and visitors, and you can browse the little shopping pods, too, picking up a local treasure to take home.
When visiting the area, Craster Kippers are a must and can be bought at the old smokery in Craster village whilst out exploring.
Northumberland is a diverse county with a stunning National Dark Sky Park, rugged moorlands, hills and valleys, Hadrian’s Wall, the Angel of the North and beautiful beaches, some of which are perfect for surfing or simply rock pooling and relaxing. A trip to Old Reading Room will leave you relaxed, chilled and looking forward to the next time you can visit.
Getting Around:
Just a 10-minute walk away from Old Reading Room is Alnmouth train station, where a trip to Edinburgh, Berwick-upon-Tweed, York or Newcastle is possible for a completely different day out using the East Coast Mainline.
Two bus routes can be found operating in Lesbury. Hop on the X18 to take in the sights Newcastle, Morpeth, Alnwick, Seahouses and Berwick-upon-Tweed, or take a trip on the X20 to visit Ashington.
You are also welcome to bring your bikes, golf clubs or canoes to Old Reading Room and store them in the on-site garage; there is space outside for two family cars.
The nearest airport is Newcastle International, 37 miles away from Lesbury.
Interaction with Guests:
We're always available for our guests so do not hesitate to get in touch.

Host & Stay | Old Reading Room is located in Lesbury. Host & Stay | Old Reading Room provides accommodation, featuring Parking, Pet Friendly, Entertainment, among other amenities. This House features Parking, Pet Friendly, Entertainment, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Host & Stay | Old Reading Room has 3 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Lesbury has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Lesbury, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.