Countryside Escape - The Night Owl
St Margarets Farm
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Why people book this hotel
“The cooked breakfast was excellent and a real treat”
“Afternoon tea on arrival, delicious breakfasts”
“A good choice with a written menu which we had in a lovely room looking onto the…”
“The lounge was comfortable and welcoming with the log fire in the evenings”
“Warm welcome, comfortable room, excellent breakfasts, and lovely host”
“Fiona, the host greeted us warmly & served us tea and homemade cakes on arrival-…”
“Easy travels to the sandy beach at Alnmouth, and to various National Trust place…”
“A beautiful stay outside of Alnwick, the Night Owl is set in stunning country fi…”
“Tranquil, clean with lots of attention to detail”
“We loved the location, the cleanliness and the warm, friendly welcoming host”
“I picked this farmhouse because I wanted peace & quiet but close to Alnwick with…”
Overview
Set in Alnwick, within 8.7 km of Alnwick Castle and 36 km of Bamburgh Castle, Countryside Escape - The Night Owl offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. There is a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay. At the bed and breakfast, units are fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 46 km from the bed and breakfast.
Traveller reviews
Martin
couple
May 26, 2026
“An absolute gem of a B&B set in peaceful rural countryside, with good access to Alnwick”
An absolute gem of a B&B. Warm welcome, comfortable room, excellent breakfasts, and lovely host. The Night Owl is set in a beautiful, peaceful, rural area with good links to Alnwick and the A1. Alnwick has plenty to see, particularly the Alnwick Gardens, which you need to book. Add the Poison Garden to your booking for gruesome fascination! Easy travels to the sandy beach at Alnmouth, and to various National Trust places in the area. I particularly recommend Cragside. Beware, Lindisfarne gets very busy and seems commercialised, but the Priory and church were interesting.
Nathan
couple
May 17, 2026
“A wholesome country stay at the Night Owl”
A beautiful stay outside of Alnwick, the Night Owl is set in stunning country fields with animals roaming freely nearby and many birds flocking together.
Susanne
couple
May 3, 2026
“This B&B was just perfect for our short stay.”
A good choice with a written menu which we had in a lovely room looking onto the garden and further to the farmland. The cooked breakfast was excellent and a real treat.
Emma
solo_traveller
April 19, 2026
Afternoon tea on arrival, delicious breakfasts. Tranquil, clean with lots of attention to detail.
ALison
couple
April 15, 2026
“A happy six day stay in sublime countryside with a generous and helpful hostess.”
The cooked breakfasts were excellent and the cereals, etc accompanying them included home made bread and fresh berries. There was a disaster on our third night when the water pump stopped but Fiona provided us with bottled water and we managed without a shower for a day! dogs were a delight, and the views (of our old home and the hills beyond) were sublime.
Jenna
couple
April 14, 2026
“Relaxing, welcoming, can’t wait to come back”
We loved the location, the cleanliness and the warm, friendly welcoming host. Me and my partner had the most relaxing two night stay, Fiona went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Ensuring our dietary requirements were met, we were greeted with an afternoon tea. We were on a trip for my partners birthday and Fiona went out of her way to get him a birthday card, we found that so lovely and really appreciated it. We also loved meeting Fiona’s two dogs, they were adorable and so friendly. We can’t wait to visit again.
Sue
couple
April 6, 2026
Everything. Just stayed for the Easter weekend from Friday until Monday. We loved
Rachael
couple
April 4, 2026
“This was just what we needed. Hoping to go back soon.”
Such a beautiful property. So peaceful and relaxing. Breakfast was excellent. Lots to choose from. The lounge was comfortable and welcoming with the log fire in the evenings.
Bel CRAIG
couple
March 23, 2026
“A perfect stay”
We stayed for two nights. I picked this farmhouse because I wanted peace & quiet but close to Alnwick with parking. Fiona, the host greeted us warmly & served us tea and homemade cakes on arrival- delicious 😋 Our room was scrupulously clean, warm, bright and the bed super comfy with white bedlinen. Our room had 3 large windows. We were able to watch the sunrise each morning, whilst still in bed. A lovely start to the day. The breakfasts we had were superb. Local produce, home cooked, and plenty of it. Fiona makes her own preserves too. The marmalade is divine. You certainly won't need any lunch after one of Fiona's breakfasts! We loved eating breakfast whilst looking out at the birds in the garden. We were fortunate to see bullfinches, chaffinches, goldfinches and even a woodpecker! We love a walk in the countryside and the Night Owl is perfect if you want to explore nature. There's nothing I didn't like about our stay at the Night Owl. We are returning later in the year.
Tina
couple
February 23, 2026
“It was a great place to stay, not far from places to sight see.”
The farm house was lovely. The room was clean and the bed very comfortable. There was a lounge to use downstairs if we wanted to use it too. The breakfast was good, with plenty to eat. We were given afternoon tea when we arrived, which was a lovely.
Fletcher
extended_group
January 19, 2026
“Exceeded expectations and I hope I have a reason to go there again!”
Good variety of choices using local and homemade products
ANITA
couple
January 19, 2026
“Made feel welcome, beautiful countryside location.”
Fresh produce cooked to order. Very personal touch
Rachel
couple
January 19, 2026
“Excellent”
We received a warm welcome and served a lovely afternoon tea on our arrival. It felt like a home away from home and very relaxed, the area is so calm and peaceful, only a 10 minute drive from the centre of Alnwick. Our room was really light and airy with beautiful countryside views, a lovely private bathroom and the beds were big and super comfy. Included was breakfast each morning with so much choice. We would highly recommend staying, Fiona is a wonderful host, thank you for having us :-) Rachel & Neil
kathryn
couple
January 19, 2026
“Truly amazing in every way.”
Breakfast were amazing, all freshly cooked to order, homemade bread and marmalade delicious. The afternoon tea on arrival was so fantastic and appreciated after a long drive, no need to try and find somewhere to eat in the evening. Fiona was a truly amazing hostess, nothing to much trouble, and made you feel very welcome in her beautiful home.
Julie
couple
January 15, 2026
“Lovely stay, beautiful views of the open country side.”
Breakfast in the conservatory with the beautiful view. Fiona was a great host.
Lisa
couple
September 28, 2025
“Don't miss out on this beautiful place”
Fiona the lady that owns it couldn't have been more welcoming or helpful, nothing was any trouble at all. The accommodation was beautiful inside and out. Stunning views all around and the house the night owl is so comfy and welcoming, you have your own key so you can come and go as you please... that's after you have one of Fiona fab breakfasts where she provides everything you could want for your breakfast. Our bedroom was a lovely big onsuite room with the biggest comfiest bed and we both had 2 fantastic nights sleep. I can't recommend this accommodation enough, if you want a lovely chill in a beautiful place then this def is for you. We definately will be returning.
Sue
couple
September 26, 2025
“An all round five star experience”
A warm welcome, beautiful location, lovely breakfasts, comfortable room and afternoon tea on arrival, Fiona is lovely and really looked after us, the perfect host. Exceeded expectations.
Guest
extended_group
September 14, 2025
“Exceeded expectations and I hope I have a reason to go there again!”
Good variety of choices using local and homemade products
Ian
family_with_children
September 4, 2025
“A peaceful stay in the Northumberland countryside but close to Alnwick.”
Spacious rooms with Comfortable beds and modern bathroom. Lovely breakfast room to enjoy a great breakfast and also a separate lounge for guests to use. Also a delicious afternoon tea on arrival was a welcome treat we enjoyed very much.
Rod
couple
August 27, 2025
“Effortless a proper gem”
breakfast was plentiful ,well cooked & promptly served. cleanliness was excellent. The location was perfect ! beautiful area so peaceful &quiet but only a short distance from all the attractions towns& dining in Alnwick & surrounding areas
Facilities
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Garden
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Safety features
Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
The twin/double room features a private entrance, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
The twin/double room features a private entrance, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The twin/double room offers an electric kettle, a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe Twin Room
The twin room provides a private entrance, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 2 beds.
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