Dorothy Forster Court is situated in Alnwick, 43 km from Lindisfarne Castle, 47 km from The Maltings Theatre & Cinema, and 8.8 km from Dunstanburgh Castle. The 4-star holiday home is 27 km from Bamburgh Castle. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Alnwick Castle is 200 metres away. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and kitchenware, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Edlingham Castle is 10 km from the holiday home, while Warkworth Castle is 12 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 56 km from Dorothy Forster Court.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
10
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
10
High score for Alnwick
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Katharine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely flat in a great location. Thank you for the welcome pack.
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    Francesca
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved everything! Great box of goodies on arrival. Good explanation from host on key and parking. Kitchen was excellently equipped. Flat was full of lovely little touches that made it cosy and welcoming. Brilliant place to stay
  • Simon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Host's provided hamper which was very thoughtful and helpful. Supermarkets close by and places to eat. We had breakfast in Barter Bookstore one morning which was very nice.

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Property information

There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property. There are steps to external facilities. There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property. Enjoy the views of Alnwick Castle from this property, steeped in history and thought to be one of the oldest buildings in Alnwick.. 11 steps to entrance. First Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine Bedroom 1: Single (3ft) Bed, Pull Out Single (3ft) Bed Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet Second Floor: Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.. Courtyard (shared). Parking permit for 1 car included. No smoking.. Dorothy Forster Court is thought to be one of the oldest buildings in Alnwick. This charming Grade II listed property dates back to the 17th-century and is located only a few yards from the entrance to Alnwick Castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland. The property is accessed via a private doorway on Narrowgate where a small passageway leads to its independent entrance. The accommodation is well presented over the first and second floors of the property and is stylishly furnished throughout. The adorable arched door leads to three steps then a further eight to the first floor where there is a bright and airy open plan living space, there is also a bathroom and bedroom which overlooks a delightful courtyard. Further stairs leads up to the second floor where there is a king size bed nestled within beautiful original solid beams and views to the castle. Although the owner’s do not provide a cot, guests are welcome to bring their own. Dorothy Forster and her brother Tom originally lived in Bamburgh Castle, which had been owned by the Forster family from the 16th century. During the Jacobite Rebellion, Tom enlisted t

Languages spoken

Danish,German,English,Spanish,French,Croatian,Italian,Dutch,Norwegian,Polish,Swedish

Property surroundings

Facilities of Dorothy Forster Court
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Kitchenware
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    Bathroom
    • Towels
    • Private bathroom
    • Shower
    Media & Technology
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Private entrance
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    Languages spoken
    • Danish
    • German
    • English
    • Spanish
    • French
    • Croatian
    • Italian
    • Dutch
    • Norwegian
    • Polish
    • Swedish

    House rules
    Dorothy Forster Court takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00 to 23:59
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 00:01 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation. During your stay you can pay for any extras using Visa and Mastercard.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Dorothy Forster Court in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Please note that the full amount of the reservation is due before arrival. Cottages.com will send a confirmation with detailed payment information. After full payment is taken, the property's details, including the address and where to collect keys, will be emailed to you.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about Dorothy Forster Court

    • Dorothy Forster Court has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Dorothy Forster Court offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • The prices at Dorothy Forster Court may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

      • Check-in at Dorothy Forster Court is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

      • Dorothy Forster Court is 250 yards from the centre of Alnwick. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Dorothy Forster Court can accommodate the following group size:

        • 4 guests

        For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

      • Yes, Dorothy Forster Court is popular with guests booking family stays.