Spence Lodge is a recently refurbished holiday apartment located in the heart of Alnmouth. Packed with character and style, this former coach house has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a dining area and a spacious open plan kitchen and living space. Whether you’re looking for a family staycation or a retreat with friends, Spence Lodge will provide the perfect base for relaxing breaks in Northumberland. Guest Access: Guests have access to the full cottage. The keys to the property can be accessed via a secure key safe. There is free parking located on site. Interaction with Guests: We’re always available for our guests so please don’t hesitate to get in touch. The Neighborhood: Spence Lodge at Hallsteads is located in the centre of the quaint coastal village of Alnmouth. Just four miles from Alnwick, this part of Northumberland is truly beautiful. Recognised as Northumberland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it boasts a curved beach with golden sands and an array of thriving wildlife. Perfect for those who love the outdoors, this stunning village has everything you need for a coastal getaway. Near Spence Lodge you’ll find a great selection of local pubs, shops and restaurants so you’ll have plenty of places to explore. There are a number of incredible castles in the area. From Warkworth to Bamburgh, to Dunstanburgh and Lindisfarne on the Holy Island, you’ll have plenty of rich history to discover. If you’re a fan of golfing, you can visit the oldest 9 hole link course in England at Alnmouth Links golf course or head to Foxton golf course which is just a five minute drive to the North. Alnmouth is close to the charming medieval market town of Alnwick. With cobbled streets lined with independent shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants, the town has charisma and personality in abundance. Alnwick also has some of the country’s top attractions including Alnwick Castle, which was the location for the famous Harry Potter film franchise. Head to The Alnwick Garden to find 12 acres of magnificent gardens and the world’s largest treehouse restaurant. Getting Around: Alnmouth train station is a short 5 minute drive from Spence Lodge so local towns in Northumberland can easily be reached via rail. Located on the main East coast line, express trains stop at Alnmouth train station throughout the day so you can get a direct train to London in just 3 and a half hours. Edinburgh is just one hour away, Berwick upon Tweed and Newcastle just half an hour. Spence Lodge is located just a mile from the station so you can hop in a taxi easily. The apartment is also within 10 minutes’ drive time of Alnwick and 30 minutes’ drive time to Bamburgh. There are a number of bus stops throughout Alnmouth. Hop on the 418 which takes you through to Belford with stops in beautiful areas of Northumberland like Craster, Beadnell and Bamburgh. The X18 route travels between Newcastle and Berwick upon Tweed with stops in Morpeth, Amble and Seahorses.