The Maple
Morpeth, Northumberland
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Why we love it
Views outstretched into the horizon, an enclosed garden for the dog and a luxurious outdoor bath for the humans
What you'll love
Dogs will love
- Testing the boundaries of the enclosed garden
- Pretending they're starving when they discover the welcome treats
- Getting ear scratches in the local dog-friendly pubs
Humans will love
- Sipping on a morning brew with rolling mountainside views
- Feeling their shoulders drop in the outdoor bath
- Admiring the night sky with the Stargazing Kit
The place
There are few places in Northumberland National Park with views like this. With light and airy interiors, and floor-to-ceiling windows that let you overlook the woven hillside, it’s the perfect place to come with the dog to relax for a few days of luxury. Inside, you’ve got all you need, a spacious kitchen to cook up treats for the two and four-legged types and a roaring wood burner for cosy nights cuddling together on the sofa. When it comes to things to do, there are walks galore in every direction, dog-welcoming local pubs, and the coast under an hour away. But if you’re staying put, test your stargazing skills with one of the kits, or have a lazy soak in the outdoor bath and see if your faithful friend can fetch you a towel. For even more spoiling, book a little time in at the ‘Holistic Healing Cabin’ for treatments like aromatherapy massage, facials or reflexology.
In the neighbourhood
- Walk from the door: There are many beautiful walks from the door whether you are looking for a day of hiking in the hills or a short after-supper amble around the grounds. You'll be provided with OS maps to help plan longer routes and a detailed trail of walks around the estate.
- The Star Inn, 14-minute drive. A warm and welcoming pub to bring your dog. The Italian chef has created a wonderful seasonal menu including wood-fired pizzas. It’s five miles away, so you can walk the 1hr 30 min there if you need to work up an appetite.
- The Rose & Thistle, 12-minute drive. Pub owners, Mary and Neil, have a superb menu and a warm welcome that is much loved by locals. This dog-friendly pub is in Harbottle, a lovely valley to explore for the day.
- Alnmouth Beach, 50-minute drive. The start of amazing castle walks, the beach itself is stunning and the local’s favourite. The village has amazing coffee shops and dog-friendly pubs. Visit the School House Gallery for famous local artwork and cultural events.