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Cushat House
“Excellently landscaped enclosed gardens front and back” - VisitEngland Assessor
Alnwick, Northumberland
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Cushat House is a remarkable semi-detached cottage resting in a quiet position from which to explore the many wonders of Northumberland. In easy reach of the coast with the Northumberland National Park just a scenic drive away, this stylish stone-built abode is perfect for families of five seeking either an action-packed escape or simply taking time out to enjoy the extensive beaches and countryside. Go wildlife watching at the Arnold Memorial Nature Reserve, with a plethora of birdlife found here, or visit historic Alnwick with its impressive castle, unique poison gardens and wonderful shopping experiences. The Northumberland's Heritage Coastline is well-worth exploring for some of the most scenic spots in the area, while a trip into the National Park promises all kinds of outdoor adventure with opportunities for walking, cycling, horse riding, fishing, stargazing and so much more. Cushat House is a splendid abode from which to base your exploration of the coast and countryside of Northumberland.
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If it’s history you’re after, there’s heaps of it in Northumberland. On Hadrian’s Wall you can imagine scarlet-cloaked Roman legionaries keeping watch for painted Pictish warriors while cursing the English weather and dreaming of home. Desolate battlefield sites and hulking fortresses such as Alnwick, Dunstanburgh, Bamburgh and Warkworth are reminders that this, until not so very long ago, was a contested border region. The ruins of Lindisfarne bear witness to the region’s early Christian history.
Northumberland also has some of Britain’s best beaches. On summer days, and even in winter, you’ll see surfers and other brave souls making the most of the coast. Inland, there are some great walks and bike rides in the dales of the Cheviot Hills and the Simonsides – just hilly enough to be interesting, without being brutally steep. There's dramatic scenery in the High Pennines, where waterfalls plunge into deep valleys, and there are swathes of heather-scented moorland. Northumberland National Park covers over 400 square miles of moorland and valleys with clear streams and pretty, stone-built villages. It’s just the place for wildlife watching too. You’ll find flocks of puffins, guillemots and other seabirds around the Farne Islands, and seals and dolphins offshore.
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