The Apple House

Set within the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just three miles from Bamburgh, this thoughtfully designed retreat makes the most of its spectacular position. Commanding panoramic views of Budle Bay, beloved by bird and wildlife watchers, the house enjoys endless views of the North Sea. Named after its previous role serving as the apple store for the grand Waren House, today it’s powered by solar panels and warmed by underfloor heating, combining its stunning natural environment with advanced technology and luxurious details.

On entering the house through the courtyard, you’ll find a large hallway with plenty of storage for hiking boots and raincoats, a utility room, and a cloakroom with a WC – perfect for shaking off the sand and salty air after a walk on the beach. The first of four bedrooms lies to the right of the hall and is home to a king size bed and doors which lead out to the garden, as well as a contemporary ensuite bathroom next door with combined bath and shower.

Also lying on the ground floor, the spacious open-plan living and dining space has been designed to make the most of those spectacular sea views. Cosy armchairs and sofas gather around the stylish modern fireplace, while further seating and a coffee table are set beside the large three-panel glass sliding doors – perfect for taking in the coastal scenery with a coffee and a good book in the morning. A wooden dining table creates an inviting place to gather for meals while the large family kitchen can be found next door, boasting a range cooker, coffee machine, and a central island with bar stools. French doors open out into the front garden, drawing even more sunlight and refreshing sea air into the house.

The three further bedrooms all lie upstairs. The master bedroom is home to a super king size bed and its own seating area beside expansive windows which look out across the waves, as well as an ensuite bathroom next door with a large walk-in shower. The third bedroom features a king size bed and enjoys more of those stunning sea views, while the fourth is the perfect for children with its twin beds and colourful artworks. These bedrooms share a smart family bathroom, fitted with a combined bath and shower.

Outside, a lawned garden borders the front and side of the house, where a wooden picnic table and outdoor seating are perfect for enjoying drinks al fresco on warmer days. A short walk will take you down to the bay, where you’ll be accompanied by diverse birdlife including sandpipers and oystercatchers, as well as the seals and dolphins which are often spotted darting amidst the waves. You’ll also be spoilt for choice for spectacular beach walks, historic sites, and local pubs to enjoy nearby, with the wonderful village and castle at Bamburgh only three miles from your door and the Holy Island of Lindisfarne under half an hour away by car.