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The Old School

Alnwick, Northumberland
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Romantic bolthole apartment set on the Howick estate
  • Superb and characterful cottage that was previously a school
  • Free access to the extensive grounds and gardens of Howick Hall

Overview
Property code: OC-NB350

This superb listed building was once a school for Howick Village, and is part of the Howick Estate, which was the home of the 2nd Earl Grey for whom the famous tea was blended. He became Prime Minister in 1830 and his monument stands at the top of Grey Street in Newcastle. The shoreline is just 400 metres away on a stunning coastal stretch designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a Site of Special Scientific Interest where you can enjoy spectacular views of Dunstanburgh Castle, interesting bird life and wild flowers on a walk to Craster or Alnmouth.

Ground floor - Living/dining room with vaulted ceiling, TV with Freeview, DVD and CD radio.  Kitchen with electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. 

Bathroom with over bath shower and WC.

First floor - Bedroom 1 - Super king-size bed, en-suite WC and hand basin.

 

Electricity and oil central heating included.  Shaver point.  Phone.  Large enclosed garden, patio and furniture.  Off road parking.  Storage shed.  Shop/PO/pub/TIC 2 miles.  Duvets with linen and towels.    Sorry no cot or highchair. 2 pets welcome at an additional charge.

 

  • 1 bedroom – 1 super-king bedroom
  • 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC, 1 en-suite WC
  • Electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer
  • TV/DVD
  • Lovely, enclosed garden and access to Howick Hall’s gardens
  • Off-road parking for 1 car
  • Storage for bikes
  • Pub and shop 2 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 09:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Holly Hopkinson

This property is personally managed by Holly.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 32 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Belinda 27th April 2025

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Perfect spot for a quiet break in peaceful countryside. Extra special in my case, as my great-grandfather was the village schoolmaster in the very building from 1888 to 1899.

Reviewed by Hilary 30th March 2025

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We loved this interesting historic cottage; it felt very welcoming, tastefully presented, very clean, cosy, well-equipped and spacious. Plenty of local information provided. Super location - few minutes walk to coast path and spectacular sea views, and in opposite direction the beautiful Howick Hall gardens - an absolute must if you stay here, espeRead morecially as you're provided with free entry passes, and the elegant tea rooms there are a delight. Good walking from the door, and many places to visit without driving too far, plus there is a bus stop immediately outside cottage which can be useful to get to the start of a walk and then walk back. Hope to return! Hide

Reviewed by Lynne 13th October 2024

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Reviewed by Ann 6th October 2024

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Wonderful property - felt so welcoming as we opened the door. Very peaceful but plenty to do in the area. Howick Hall and gardens are a lovely with a very nice cafe with views of the gardens. The Coastal Path provides walks in both directions with stunning views.

Reviewed by Antony 29th September 2024

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A very comfortable and well-appointed cottage in a quiet location, with easy access to the sea and many other places well worth visiting. The caretaker, Anna, is very helpful.

Reviewed by Robert 27th August 2024

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Very comfortable cottage. Lovely welcome from Anna who came out to meet us on arrival almost before we had got out of the car. Parking good. Coastal path great - well signed (no need for any tricky navigation) and access only about 1/4 mile from the cottage. We would recommend and be pleased to stay here again. This location is very quiet and peacRead moreeful and would suit walkers and bird watchers. Craster, Boulmer and Dunstanton Castle all within easy reach via the coastal path. Free access to gardens in Howick a bonus and only about 10 mins walk. Alnwick is about 10-15 minutes away by car if you need to shop. Hide

Reviewed by Karen 4th August 2024

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The old school house was clean comfortable and very peaceful, it close by to the coastal path, with stunning walks and beaches, it was perfect for us and our dogs, we hope to return

Reviewed by John 28th July 2024

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A wonderfully tranquil place to stay.

Reviewed by Elizabeth 21st July 2024

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The Old School is a beautiful well equipped, comfortable and homely house set in the Idyllic village of Howick. Lovely big garden which is totally secure for dogs. Just a walk away onto the coastal path to some beautiful beaches. I wouldnt hesitate to recommend to family and friends and indeed hoping to return in the future.

Reviewed by Helen 15th July 2024

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Beautiful property so well set out close to beach.well equpped comfortable bed lots extras tea coffee milk .lovely garden very comfortable

Reviewed by Christine 23rd June 2024

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A perfect place to stay

Reviewed by Jenny 22nd May 2024

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Reviewed by Carys 6th May 2024

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We really enjoyed our stay at The Old School during the Easter holidays. The cottage was comfortable and an excellent location for travelling around Northumberland. We loved being close to the coastal path and made use of the complimentary entry to Howick Hall and Gardens - which were lovely and quiet in the early evening. Anna was very welcominRead moreg and helpful. We would love to return to the cottage for another holiday Hide

Reviewed by Helen 22nd April 2024

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A great return visit to beautiful Howick and The Old School. A perfect location from which to explore our favourite part of the beautiful Northumberland coast. The entry to the gardens and arboretum is a lovely bonus, and we used it well this week.

Reviewed by Fiona 10th March 2024

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The Old School at Howick is a cosy retreat ideal for getting away from it all. It is well located for many of the coastal trails and unspoilt sandy beaches. Quiet and tranquil location which offers a peaceful environment. Wi-fi worked well which was a surprise given the remoteness of the area.

Reviewed by Dorothy 3rd March 2024

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Reviewed by Philip 18th February 2024

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Reviewed by Simon 11th February 2024

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Reviewed by Debora 24th December 2023

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We went for one week in December, just before Christmas, and paid the very high price of 977 for the two of us and our dog. Howick Hall gardens and grounds were closed, so there was no use for the free pass. But the large arboretum was open and made a pleasant longer walk round to the sea. We enjoyed the quiet location of the cottage and its proximRead moreity to the sea. On the coast, we spotted a lot of birds and took a lot of landscape photos. The cottage was clean and comfortable. I would not recommend paying 977 for this property but I would recommend it at a much cheaper rent. Hide

Reviewed by Jane 5th November 2023

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Reviewed by Janet 29th October 2023

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Reviewed by Katherine 22nd October 2023

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Reviewed by Cheryl 30th September 2023

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Reviewed by Antony 25th September 2023

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We had an extremely comfortable stay, in very pleasant surroundings, and Anna was most helpful. The school conversion is really imaginative, and Howick is a very good centre for exploring this part of the country. Highly recommended - we're hoping to stay there again.

Reviewed by Nicola 17th September 2023

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The Old School is a beautifully decorated, cosy but spacious house in a very peaceful location. The property is well equipped and very close to the Howick Arboretum and Gardens. It is well located for visiting quaint towns and villages nearby and also close to coastal walks. I would definitely recommend this house.

Reviewed by Rachel 27th August 2023

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The Old School was the perfect home from home, clean, comfortable and set in a beautiful location. Anna made us feel very welcome and the staff on the Howick Estate were very helpful and friendly. The Howick grounds contain some amazing trees from all around the world and the tea rooms and gardens are well worth a visit or two! The stunning coastalRead more path is only a few minutes walk away too. Hide

Reviewed by Sheila 21st August 2023

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A lovely, well equipped, comfortable cottage in a beautiful area. Very warm welcome from Anna, who made us feel very welcome and had prepared the house to a very high standard. Wonderful area for walking with its proximity to coast path and stunning beaches.

Reviewed by John 13th August 2023

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This was a very nice property in a lovely location. It was very well presented with nice comfortable furniture and equipment. Everything seemed good quality and it was clean. The location was very peaceful and convenient for access to the area.

Reviewed by J 24th July 2023

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Reviewed by David 17th July 2023

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Reviewed by Robert 10th July 2023

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A very comfortable and well equipped cottage in a lovely location close to the coastal path and within easy reach of many of the Northumberland tourist locations. Wonderful castles and beaches

Reviewed by Kim 11th June 2023

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An excellent clean,comfortable cottage in a super location. Slept like a dream

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