 Brunton HouseEmbleton, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 3HQ
Telephone: 01665 589198
Fax: 01665 589199
Enjoy England 4 Stars
Welcome
Lying nine miles north of Alnwick in quiet seclusion between the Cheviot Hills and the glorious golden sands of the Northumbrian coastline, Brunton is a large Victorian house. Set in extensive sheltered gardens, it is backed by woods and a stream with long views over open fields to the front and a glimpse of the sea.Marvellous walks, castles and gardens, as well as golf, fishing, superb birdwatching and riding are all available nearby. | 
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 | Quiet Comfort and Fine ViewsOur spacious rooms have large beds, cotton sheets, and a varied selection of books – from guides spiritual, horticultural and ornithological, to novels, local and national history, not to mention AGA-drama, Agamemnon and Asterix. The views to the front stretch out over the neighbouring fields where hares and deer can often be seen, while at the back, the house is sheltered by a backdrop of mature trees.
Bedrooms are spacious with either a shower or a bath en-suite.
Hot water bottles on request in winter.
Wheelchair GuestsOn the ground floor, we now have a double en-suite room for those in a wheelchair, fully equipped with a hoist to help guests into bed. The brand new bathroom (wetroom) has a wheel-in shower.
Access from the front door through the house is level and easy while guests can get to the dining room and sitting room on the ground floor without difficulty.
Parking is level and close by the front door while the large garden also has no steps and is fully accessible for wheelchairs. |
Eating WellAlthough we do not offer dinner at Brunton House on a regular basis, we can occasionally do so by arrangement. Fresh vegetables are from our garden and otherwise we source the finest local produce available.Vegetarians also catered for. Home-baked bread is a speciality of the house.
There are several pubs and restaurants nearby. It is always advisable to book in the summer. They tend to stop serving at around 9 pm, so please do ring ahead to check if you think you might arrive later. |
Special EventsWe shall be running a variety of courses at Brunton House starting soon with upholstery, cookery, yoga, meditation and bridge weekends.All our courses will be taught at the house in small groups (7-8 max) by expert and thoughtful instructors at competitive rates. The content of each course will be tailored to the requirements of each group as far as is possible. Full board is included in the price.
Photography Course
Professional photographer Garry Brannigan is running four landscape photography courses at Brunton House. Each course group has a maximum of five photographers which ensures you receive a high level of individual tuition throughout.
Bridge Players!
Why not come and stay as a four and have a weekend or mid-week of uninterrupted play. You would be more than welcome and very well looked after.
For more details about special events and staying at Brunton House visit www.bruntonhouse.co.uk |
Local AttractionsWhether it’s a gentle walk along the coast, a day’s stretch in the hills, a visit to a historic castle or watching the seabirds on the shore, the area has so much to offer that whatever you decide, you won’t be disappointed.
Dunstanburgh Castle & Embleton, Alnwick, with its palatial castle home to the Dukes of Northumberland, theatre at The Playhouse and Barters Books with over 350, 000 books!, Holy Island, Farne Islands, Bamburgh, Chillingham Castle and Wild Cattle, Golf at Dunstanburgh, horse riding, excursions can be arranged at Slatehall Riding Centre in Seahouses, Fly, coarse and sea fishing are all available locally Sea Angling is possible onshore and by boat at Amble, Seahouses and Craster. |
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