The Covid-19 vaccine roll-out is giving us hope of better times ahead and the Prime Minister has announced that restrictions on self-contained holiday rentals are expected to be lifted on April 12.
When it comes to a getaway, UK staycations are likely to be at the forefront of people’s thoughts with restrictions on foreign travel likely to be with us a little longer.
For anyone looking ahead, here are 13 of the best holiday cottage rentals near the Northumberland coast to whet the appetite, as ranked by Google.
Note: The UK is currently in lockdown with ‘stay at home’ restrictions in place. Only travel for holidays when allowed to do so.
1. Glenander, Bamburgh
Glenander, a five bedroom Edwardian property within the picture-postcard village of Bamburgh. Photo: Jane Coltman
2. Sally's Cottage, Holy Island
Built in the 1660's, Sally's Cottage, is upside down, apartment style living in one of the oldest buildings in the centre of Holy Island with views towards Lindisfarne Priory. Photo: Jane Coltman
3. Church Row, Newham
Church Row is located in the pretty hamlet of Newham, just four miles from the coast and within easy access of Seahouses. Photo: Google
4. Old Salt Cottage, Seahouses
Old Salt Cottage is a traditional, stone-built fisherman's cottage located two minutes walk from Seahouses harbour and five minutes walk from the beach. Photo: Jane Coltman