The leaves are falling. The nights are slowly drawing in. The sun is fading from the sky. And there's no better time to take a much-needed break.

Winter is a magical time to visit Northumberland. The summer crowds have gone, leaving its beautiful beaches and castles to be explored in peace.

1.The room with the breathtaking view. Best enjoyed with the patio doors wide open and a glass of something chilled.

If you like your Christmases traditional, cold and wintry, with hearty food, twinkling lights and dashes of festive magic, then Northumberland is for you.

We are very excited to introduce you to our customer account area... Did you know you can now view all your bookings across the Original Cottages family (see map below), and browse your Holiday Extras (a range of fantastic local and nati

1. An impressive view with stately neighbours

No fighting over the best rooms at these Retreats. They’re large enough for the whole family and have the right combination of beds and bathrooms plus a dining table to seat everyone.

We’d like to think that breakfast out is the ultimate treat. A chance to leisurely graze, lingering over second or third pots of coffee and eating enough to see you through to late afternoon.

October half term offers the chance for a family getaway before the craziness of the countdown to Christmas begins.