Dowie House Steading

Northumberland's long sandy beaches are a mile away, yet Dowie House Steading sits on quiet farmland with the A1 bringing the Scottish Borders and Edinburgh within reach. The converted steading has its own parking and sits beyond the everyday rush, though shops are 4 miles off and pubs and restaurants about 5.

The whole property is yours: two double bedrooms on the ground floor (one kingsize, one with zip-and-link beds that can split into singles or combine as a superking), a bathroom with bath and over-bath shower, and a large open-plan living and dining space with a wood burner. The kitchen has an electric oven and hob, dishwasher, microwave and fridge-freezer. Bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and electricity are included, along with heating. A garden with decking overlooks farmland; there is bike storage and parking for two cars. A travel cot and highchair are available if needed. The garden has a covered pond. No smoking.