Newton Hall, High Newton-by-the-Sea, Alnwick, UK

• Five-star comfort: Luxury meets coastal digs at Newton Hall, an 18th-century country hotel on the coast. Here, the rugged coastline surroundings combine with quirky interiors to create the perfect chic and cosy seaside abode. Expect uniquely-designed bedrooms with elegant furnishings and traditional interiors with a grand yet whimsical feel, paired with excellent amenities that’ll meet your every need.

• Seaside escape: With golden sandy bays and beautifully rolling hills surrounding you, this enchanting stretch of coastal England is your playground. Brace the waters for some ultra exhilarating swimming, or discover all the curious nooks and crannies on a coasteering adventure. Bound across the land on windswept walks, and draw a nice warm bath back at base. 

• Northumbrian pub fare: You’re only a short stomp away from The Joiners Arms – a five-star gastropub where fine food and a warm atmosphere prevail. Tuck into tasty home-style cuisine made with the best local ingredients, from creative seafood dishes to comfort food favourites with a Northumbrian flair. And with a tantalising dessert menu and drinks list to finish, you'll be refuelling in style after those long country walks.

Entry requirements

The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.