The Boathouse (Alnmouth) in Alnmouth | Stunning Northumberland Group Cottage

About The Boathouse (Alnmouth)

The Boathouse (Alnmouth) is a four-bedroom holiday cottage sleeping eight people in Alnmouth, Northumberland. This property works perfectly for larger groups with off-road parking for two cars and four ground-floor bedrooms making it accessible for all ages. The reverse-level layout puts social spaces upstairs to maximise the stunning estuary views.

Alnmouth sits on Northumberland's coast where the River Aln meets the sea. This peaceful resort village attracts golfers and families seeking a quiet coastal break. The estuary views stretch for miles and the beach lies just 0.8 miles away.

Ground floor houses four bedrooms: one king-size with en-suite shower room, one king-size, one twin and one bunk room. A family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms. Upstairs you'll find the well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher, dining area and living room with French doors opening onto a balcony overlooking the estuary. The enclosed garden provides outdoor space with patio furniture.

Alnwick Castle lies 4 miles away (8 minutes drive). The village golf course sits within walking distance. Dunstanburgh Castle ruins stand 3 miles north (7 minutes). Warkworth Castle and Hermitage are 6 miles south (12 minutes). The Alnwick Garden offers family attractions 4 miles inland.

The Boathouse (Alnmouth) suits multi-generational families and friend groups. The ground-floor bedrooms, parking spaces and estuary views make this property stand out from typical holiday cottages.

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Need To Know

✓Gas central heating
✓Gas oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
✓Smart tv, wifi, collection of books
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Travel cot and highchair available
✓Private off-road parking for 2 cars
✓Enclosed gardens, patio area, patio furniture
✓Two well-behaved dogs welcome
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.3 miles, beach 0.8 miles
✓Note: the property has an open staircase so please bear this in mind when booking
✓The changeover day on this property is moving to a friday from january 2026

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at The Boathouse (Alnmouth)

Unbeatable Location

Stone's throw from Aln Estuary with uninterrupted views and beach just 0.8 miles away

Perfect for Groups

Four ground-floor bedrooms sleeping eight with two parking spaces and enclosed garden space

Stunning Estuary Views

Upstairs living area with French doors opening onto balcony overlooking the beautiful estuary

Excellent Equipment

Recently refurbished kitchen with dishwasher plus all utensils and crockery you could need

Multi-Generation Friendly

Ground floor bedrooms suit all ages from 7 to 74 with accessible layout

Peaceful Village Setting

Quiet resort location perfect for golfers with village amenities within walking distance

Getting To The Boathouse (Alnmouth)

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach The Boathouse (Alnmouth) by car, take the A1 north and exit at Alnmouth. The cottage is easily accessible in the village centre and you'll have convenient off-road parking for two cars upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Alnmouth, just a short walk from the accommodation. From there, it's a scenic journey through this peaceful coastal village.

Off-road parking for two cars

Alnmouth station (0.5 miles)

Easily accessible from the A1

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Alnwick Castle

Distance: 4 miles

NE66 1NQ

Dunstanburgh Castle

Distance: 3 miles

NE66 3TT

Warkworth Castle

Distance: 6 miles

NE65 0UJ

Alnmouth Beach Walk

Distance: 0.8 miles

NE66 2RJ

Aln Estuary Walk

Distance: 0.1 miles

NE66 2SD

Northumberland Coast Path

Distance: 0.5 miles

NE66 2RJ

Alnmouth Village Shop

Distance: 0.2 miles

NE66 2RJ

Alnwick Town Centre

Distance: 4 miles

NE66 1UY

Amble Harbour Village

Distance: 8 miles

NE65 0DX

Alnmouth Golf Club

Distance: 0.3 miles

NE66 3BE

Alnmouth Railway Station

Distance: 0.5 miles

NE66 2RY

Alnmouth Village Centre

Distance: 0.2 miles

NE66 2RJ

Alnwick Castle

Distance: 4 miles

NE66 1NQ

Dunstanburgh Castle

Distance: 3 miles

NE66 3TT

Warkworth Castle

Distance: 6 miles

NE65 0UJ

Alnmouth Beach Walk

Distance: 0.8 miles

NE66 2RJ

Aln Estuary Walk

Distance: 0.1 miles

NE66 2SD

Northumberland Coast Path

Distance: 0.5 miles

NE66 2RJ

Alnmouth Village Shop

Distance: 0.2 miles

NE66 2RJ

Alnwick Town Centre

Distance: 4 miles

NE66 1UY

Amble Harbour Village

Distance: 8 miles

NE65 0DX

Alnmouth Golf Club

Distance: 0.3 miles

NE66 3BE

Alnmouth Railway Station

Distance: 0.5 miles

NE66 2RY

Alnmouth Village Centre

Distance: 0.2 miles

NE66 2RJ

Is The Boathouse (Alnmouth) Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

The enclosed garden provides safe outdoor space for children to explore and play. Ground-floor bedrooms suit families with young ones avoiding stairs. The beach lies 0.8 miles away for sandcastle building and rock pooling. Alnwick Castle and Garden offer family attractions just 4 miles away with interactive displays and activities.

Groups Will Love...

Four ground-floor bedrooms make this property perfect for groups of all ages. The reverse-level layout puts the kitchen, dining and living areas upstairs to maximise stunning estuary views. French doors open onto a balcony overlooking the water. Two parking spaces and an enclosed garden complete the group-friendly setup.

Pet Friendly

Two well-behaved dogs are welcome at The Boathouse. The enclosed garden provides secure outdoor space for pets to roam safely. The property sits 0.8 miles from the beach where dogs can enjoy walks along the Northumberland coast. Village walks along the estuary offer additional exercise opportunities for four-legged guests.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Boathouse (Alnmouth)

Red Lion Inn

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 2RJ

The Schooner Hotel

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 2RS

Alnmouth Village Tearoom

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 2RJ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Boathouse (Alnmouth)

Is The Boathouse pet friendly?

Yes, two well-behaved dogs are welcome at this property. The cottage has an enclosed garden providing secure outdoor space for pets.

How many people does The Boathouse sleep?

The property sleeps eight people across four ground-floor bedrooms. There's one king-size with en-suite, one king-size, one twin and one bunk bedroom.

What parking is available?

Off-road parking for two cars is provided at the property. This is particularly valuable in Alnmouth where parking can be limited.

What kitchen facilities are included?

The recently refurbished kitchen includes gas oven, grill, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. All crockery, utensils and cooking equipment are provided.

How far is the beach from The Boathouse?

The beach is 0.8 miles from the property. The village shop is 0.2 miles away and the local pub is 0.3 miles.

What makes this property good for groups?

Four ground-floor bedrooms make it accessible for all ages. The upstairs living area maximises estuary views whilst the enclosed garden provides outdoor space.

Are there attractions nearby for families?

Alnwick Castle is 4 miles away with The Alnwick Garden offering family activities. Dunstanburgh Castle ruins are 3 miles north and Warkworth Castle 6 miles south.

What heating system does the property have?

Gas central heating throughout the property. Some guests recommend checking radiators are switched on upon arrival for immediate warmth.

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The Boathouse (Alnmouth) Reviews

This is the second time Ive stayed in the Boat House. Parking for two cars is a huge bonus, as is the central location in the village and the sumptuous views across the estuary. The property is clean, comfortable and spacious. Im struggling to find anything negative to say, but the owner had left tea, coffee and expensive biscuits for us, but there was no salt and pepper! The garden area is beautifully laid out, but needs a proper weeding. Id have happily taken my kneeling pad and weeding fork if Id known! Overall, the Boat House is fabulous. For visitors who want to stay in the village, this property would be very difficult to beat. Sitting in the upstairs lounge watching the tide continually changing the landscape in the estuary has been heavenly.

Another wonderful week at one of our favourite holiday homes. The Boathouse has everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay for up to 8 people plus the added bonus of 2 parking spaces. The only criticism is that the radiatortowel rail in the ensuite is still not working so it was quite chilly when showering and towels had to be dried on other radiators. Having said that we love it so much it would not put us off from hopefully returning next year.

Amanda

We had a lovely week, even though the weather was a bit variable. The accommodation is lovely and has everything you need. But at times we found the house rather cold, especially when we arrived. It took time to warm up, and my son found his bedroom very cold overnight. As some days the weather was unsuitable for us to go out, we spent more time in the accommodation and again found it cold unless the fire was on. Fire itself is not particularly effective, and the light in it doesnt work and never has in all the times weve stayed there, which would add a bit to the ambience. The ensuite in the main bedroom the radiator didnt work, and hadnt when we stayed last New Year. Also, the shower didnt work, therefore it did not fulfil its function of an ensuite bathroom which was disappointing.

The property was in a great location and with it's own parking. Lovely to sit and watch the estuary with the tide changes and the birds coming & going. We did have an issue during our stay with a couple of radiators that weren't working, which in November isn't great. We appreciate the owner did try and organise a plumber to fix things, however we all ended up only being able to use one bathroom as it was too cold to shower in the ensuite. The owner said this problem would be rectified for the next guests. Having said all that, I would definitely book again!

Brian K

Having stopped at the Boat House a number of times, we find that it is the perfect hideaway in Alnmouth. Lots of room, comfortable, clean, and warm. Great views from the large lounge window. AND onsite parking. Which is a definite plus in Alnmouth. Having stopped at a number of places, both in Alnmouth, and the surrounding area, we will continue to come back to the Boat House for as long as we can. Great Place !

Rosemary

Very spacious and comfy holiday accommodation with good beds and lots of useful equipment. Children especially appreciated the few yards to the beach, wading across to church island and the play area down the road. G&T on the balcony gazing at the estuary a favourite with the adults .

William

This was our third visit to the boathouse, it is a really nice place to stay. We have stayed in Alnmouth on 13 occasions over the years. The property has a lovely view . The only drawback is the fact that it allows dogs, evidenced by the fact that the vacuum cleaned had a real bad doggy smell. There was a long rug in the lounge near the dining table which we had to remove as it was a trip hazard, Having said all that we have booked to return again next year.

Valerie

We all loved The Boathouse, plenty of space for 8 of us. Very well cleaned and well equipped. Great to have a balcony and views of the estuary and also a lovely garden space. Excellent to have 2 parking spaces off road, a massive bonus. We would love to return next year.

Geraint

A lovely property in a great location. It was very well equipped and it was so helpful that we did not have to buy bin bags and dishwasher tablets something we have had to do in other properties even though we were only staying for a week. It was very comfortable in the sittingroom and bedrooms. A special mention too for the person who cleans the property very clean and tidy.

Joanne

Lovely property with a fantastic view. Really well equipped, it has everything you could possibly need. Location is idyllic, just a few steps to the beach and a couple of minutes from the village and golf course. Would highly recommend a stay here.

Charlotte Hannah

Lovely house over looking the beach. All the facilities you need we really enjoyed our stay.

Brian K

Excellent property, in an excellent location. Clean and comfortable. With all kitchen utensils you could wish for. 1ST class property. Highly recommended.

This was a wonderful property in a fabulous location. We will definitely come back.

We have stayed at the Boathouse several times. Its position in Alnmouth is unbeatable plus it has the advantage of parking. The amenities etc are excellent and it is very comfortable. We are a three generation family ranging in age from 7 to 74 and all agreed it was another wonderful holiday and hope to return again soon.

Brenda

This is a lovely property, with a great view. Also very comfortable beds and bedding, and very well equipped even the best jigsaw weve found to date! Very clean and blessed with 2 parking spaces.

William

The property has been recently refurbished to a high degree and is very comfortable and well laid out the use of the garden is very convenient especially if the sun shines. The view from the upstairs balcony is fantastic and the reverse living and bedroom arrangement is spot on. This is our second visit to The Boat House and we booked for next year whilst we were there. Just a few niggles the front ensuite bedroom sink was slow to drain and so was the shower also the fan was very noisy whilst using the bathroom and if the light above the sink had worked we would have used that instead. We couldnt find instructions on how to use the central heating as it was pre set and we wanted to turn it off. But we would definitely recommend this property and its location as I have said we have booked again.

A fabulous holiday cottage, comfortable well equipped and in a great position.

This was the perfect holiday let for a multigenerational family break. The house was very wellappointed, clean and comfortable. Alnmouth is beautiful and the perfect base for exploring Northumberland. We hope to return one day!

Nicola

This year was the third time staying at the Boathouse and it never disappoints. Since our last stay a new kitchen has been installed which is a great update. This is a fabulous holiday home in an excellent location and would definitely stay again.

Brian K

Just returned from our first stay in The Boat House. Already booked for later in the year. Excellent property, in a prime position. Cannot rate it highly enough. Well equipped kitchen, and comfortable beds. Large comfy lounge, with great views over the river. Large FULLY ENCLOSED garden, which our Labrador really enjoyed. All in all, a very pleasant stay, in a very pleasant property. First class in all departments.

Aileen

This is our 2nd visit to this property and it was great. The maintenance and updates in the whole property were noticeable. The beds and bedding were all very comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped with ample crockery and cooking utensils. The lounge was comfy and we thoroughly enjoyed the views over the balcony. There was a the long rug next to the table that was curled up at the corners and actually a trip hazard. We removed it during our stay and then returned it its position before leaving. Other than that we had a brilliant time!

Kathleen

Excellent in every way.

Property is in great location but needs some tlc. Kitchen is below standard for such a property.

This is our 3rd time at the Boathouse and we had another wonderful holiday. We love its position with the added bonus of parking. Perhaps because it is coming to the end of the holiday season it is beginning to need some attention to paintwork etc but this certainly did not affect our holiday and we have already booked again for next year.

Collette

Love this property. This was our second time visiting and have booked for next year.

You rang me about a leak in the bedroom as we were travelling up on the first Saturday. Someone came to fix it but unfortunately it still leaked we put a bowl and put a tea towel round the leak as the carpet was getting wetter and wetter. I called you to advise that the leak was still leaking and you advised us to leave the key we did this as requested. We think someone came in because the linen cupboard door upstairs was open and this was previously locked but the leak was still leaking. As we had no further contact from you we went out, however when we returned later that day someone had been in the property as the linen cupboard was locked again but the leak was still not fixed. Also you might want to tell the owners that the oven does not work correctly the first time we tried to use it it tripped the electric so it must have a faulty connection somewhere. The oven door does not shut with a seal it only fans cold air. We had taken some food with us to have but due to the oven not working we had to use the microwave. As you will be aware microwave food is ok for re heating but if you have to cook in one some food items just go soggy so we ended up throwing them away. To be honest the whole place needed a pull through if youre paying well over a thousand pounds and its not even in high season yet, you expect things to at least work correctly.

Beverley

The house is in a stunning location with views onto the estuary and beyond. The house itself is well equipped, spacious and warm. The garden is beautiful and for those going in the summer is ideal for sitting out in. Could not fault this place.

Anthony

A lovely stay at The Boathouse, what an amazing property and beautiful views. We also had the benefit of lovely weather. We were a little apprehensive because of some of the property reviews but felt these were totally unjustified, certainly in terms of the property being 'tired'. It was comfortable, warm, spacious and wellequipped. No better spot for enjoying a cup of coffee overlooking the harbour each morning! We will definitely book this property again.

We really love staying at The Boathouse, but it definitely needs a little TLC before wed consider booking again. Its starting to look tired, and issues from last year remained this year with some having got worse. Examples of this Bath which is otherwise lovely has no overflow pipe connected, and an exposed hole meaning there is a risk of flooding if the bath is filled. cupboards and drawers in the kitchen are tired and some difficult to open drawers need hinges fixing cupboard above the oven equipment in kitchen was broken cheese grater, but kitchen was well stocked otherwise, although a random selection of glasses rather than 8 of each type. tiles down the side of the ensuite below the sink were mouldy and need a good clean. paintwork that is marked and needs touching upredoing once a year. All of the above said, the cottage furniture, set up, and location works well, and if the above could just be addressed I think it would justify the cost. Thanks Karen

Maxine

A lovely property in a good position. All you need inside to have a good and comfortable stay. The property is though a little tired and some TLC would at some stage be a good idea. Having said that it did not stop us having a wonderful time. The private parking was also a bonus.

Excellent location, spacious and well equipped accommodation. Will definitely be back.

Fantastic property with amazing views. Perfect location and really well equipped and comfortable. Thankyou we had a lovely week and hope to book again.

We had a lovely stay at this excellent property. Although we were only a group of four there would have been plenty of room for eight. Plenty of kitchen equipment, seating and good bathrooms. So close to beach and small village with a great deli and a couple of restaurants. Thoroughly recommend it for a holiday in Northumberland.

Love the refurbishment. The sofas are comfortable and new bedroom furniture useful.

Well appointed property. In close proximity to all amenities with bonus of two car spaces. Clean, warm and comfortable with spectacular estuary views . This is our second time at this property and a favourite of ours.

Lovely house and location always enjoy staying at The Boathouse. .........

This was a halfterm break with a couple, two girls, Grandma and Chilly, our dog. It was a perfect place for us. The house itself was more than big enough and well equipped. It was a comfortable house and we especially enjoyed the view over the estuary and sunsets. We were on the beach in literally seconds and Alnmouth is a lovely, special little place. It&39s also especially dog friendly. We&39d recommend The Boathouse and Alnmouth.

Well equipped family holiday home with excellent views over the estuary.

A fantastically furnished cottage, great layout for large group of friends or family. Excellent location, minutes from beach with stunning views of estuary. Off street parking a big bonus in a very busy village. Great place for a family Christmas.

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The Boathouse (Alnmouth), Alnmouth

About The Boathouse (Alnmouth)

Need To Know

More Group Cottages You May Like

What Guests Love

Unbeatable Location

Perfect for Groups

Stunning Estuary Views

Excellent Equipment

Multi-Generation Friendly

Peaceful Village Setting

Getting To The Boathouse (Alnmouth)

By Car

By Train

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is The Boathouse (Alnmouth) Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

Red Lion Inn

The Schooner Hotel

Alnmouth Village Tearoom

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

The Boathouse (Alnmouth) Reviews