Accommodation | Cottage in Ancroft, United Kingdom

Breath-taking heritage countryside, nights around the fire, star-gazing, and adventures. What more could you ask for when visiting Northumberland? The Beach Hut is a luxury and idyllic shepherd’s hut with a lot to offer.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: (No TV), Electric Woodburner, French Doors Leading To Decking
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Hob, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, Fridge
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Galleried, 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Travel cot. Welcome pack. Grounds with firepit, sitting-out area, barbecue and garden furniture (shared with other properties on-site). Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. Stabling and grazing available by prior request, at cost. No smoking. This property has a natural water supply via a borehole. . Set amidst rolling countryside just outside the quaint village of Ancroft near Berwick Upon Tweed, is this charming abode, The Beach Hut. Resting in a secluded spot with an abundance of wildlife, The Beach Hut is an idyllic hideaway perfect for free spirits with a love for the great outdoors.

Walking, cycling, bird watching and star gazing are just a few of the activities on offer here at South Berrington! From vintage water-skis mounted on the bedroom wall to a driftwood mobile in the bathroom, and deckchair striped fabric curtains framing the living room, the Beach Hut is pure beach charm. Built from larch wood, with private timber deck, the property delivers all the fun of hut living while adding comfort and mod-cons. Doors lead from the deck into a whimsical living area which radiates charm with its blue-washed timber panels and enamelware colander lamp shade.

There’s a compact kitchen, rustic dining table and comfy chairs to relax in and enjoy the warmth of the ‘real flame effect’ tubular heater stove. Leading off to one side is the light and airy master bedroom. Subtle strip lighting throws light upwards to the pitched roof, giving a sense of height. A bathroom with electric shower, basin and WC leads off to the other side of the living area while a mezzanine floor, accessed by a Companionway ladder, features two twin beds beneath the blue and white painted pitched roof. Ideal for older children comfortable with climbing ladders, this floor is also accessible via an external set of steps.

Two dogs are welcome and there are kennels on site if required. Horses are welcome with prior notice. There is grazing and stabling available on site at additional cost. The Beach Hut sits alongside three shepherd’s huts, Foxglove, Teasel and Cow Parsley each sleeping up to four guests which are ideal for guests who wish to holiday together. Foxglove is also adapted for guests who are mobility impaired.

Ancroft is a very small rural village, it sits just 5 miles from the popular Berwick Upon Tweed, take a stroll to one of four beautiful beaches, offering water sporting opportunities, breath-taking scenery, and plenty of family excitement. Enjoy a relaxing game of golf, or enrich yourself with the history of Berwick Castle, involved in many Anglo-Saxon wars, there’s plenty to uncover. Take a scenic stroll along the River Tweed before enjoying a spot of lunch in one of the many eateries on offer or take a trip to nearby Duns to discover its award-winning butcher and delicatessen, alongside being an exciting hub for racing enthusiasts with its Jim Clark Museum and the Jim Clark Rally.

Here you are within easy reach of Bamburgh, a attractive small village set on the Northern stretch of the Northumberland Coast. It is dominated by its magnificently striking castle that can be seen for miles around, giving the whole village a somewhat dramatic feeling.
This property can be booked together with Foxglove (UK38668), Teasel (UK38671) and Cow Parsley (UK38673) to accommodate up to 16 guests.

There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.