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The Potions Room - A Magical Hot Tub Hideaway

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A garden with a table and two Adirondack chairs.
A kitchen with a dining area, a bookshelf with books, and a framed map on the wall.
A compact kitchen with a dining area, a television, and a painting on the wall.
A living room with a red wall, a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dog sitting on a patterned rug.
A four-poster bed with floral curtains, a mirror, and a red quilted pillow.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Alnwick, England
  • Place, Alnwick Castle
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Alnwick Garden
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Alnwick Playhouse
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Alnwick

Close to the beach.At this apartment, you'll be steps from Bailiffgate Museum and within a 10-minute walk of Alnwick Playhouse. Hulne Park and Barter Books are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Bailiffgate Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Alnwick Castle - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Alnwick Garden - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Alnwick Playhouse - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lilidorei at The Alnwick Garden - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Alnwick Alnmouth Station - 8 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Royale - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sanctuary at Alnwick Castle - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Ale Gate - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dirty Bottles Inn - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Potions Room - A Magical Hot Tub Hideaway

Welcome to our private hot tub hideaway in the heart of Alnwick. Immerse yourself in the wizarding world just 200m from Alnwick Castle, recognised as Hogwarts by legions of Harry Potter fans! Located right in the centre of town but hidden away in a quiet, secure spot in the former Half Moon Inn, most people don’t even know of our existence. This fun, themed home offers a unique place to stay and relax, and is an ideal base to explore the beautiful coast and countryside of Northumberland.

This is a spacious First Floor Flat, giving town centre accomodation but hidden behind the main street (and very thick walls!) to provide a quiet and safe home for guests with a pet friendly garden attached.

Accessed from the main street there is a stairway shared with two other flats leading to your own door. Inside you will find everything you need for a comfortable and memorable getaway. The lounge and kitchen are welcoming and modern, with an open plan layout and dining area too. There is a Smart TV for your own apps, a comfortable sofa and fully stocked kitchen should you wish to cook. The artworks inside are a nod to the history and beauty of the local area, many have been made and bought locally.

The showstopper upstairs is undoubtedly the bedroom: featuring a unique, king sized, four poster bed with full length curtains and decorated to a magically inspired "Potions Room" theme. This haven provides an escape from the everyday and a chance to let your imagination fly! The ornaments have been lovingly gathered and made by ourselves, including handwritten labels by my own Grandfather. Guests are encouraged to explore the decorations, take photos and have fun- but please remember they are breakable, not toys or safe to eat!

Outside there is a garden area which guests are welcome to use- there is seating and a table. Pets are welcome but guests must clean up after them. This garden area is owned by Flat One but the occupants of Flats Two and Three are welcome to use the space too, also including pets.

The hot tub is in a locked enclosure for privacy and only guests of The Potions Room have keys to this. There is space to hang towels and robes while you are out there. Full instructions for the tub are provided in the house guide book.

This is a full, private flat which shares an entrance hallway with 2 other private flats. The entryway is furnished and spacious, if needed (for example if the weather is bad) you are welcome to leave coats and boots out here to dry, so long as you don't block anyone else from getting through!

There is also a shared rear yard and garden you are welcome to use, the hot tub is in a private fenced area just for you. The yard area furthest from the back door is the designated smoking area for the property if needed.

The nearest full day parking is a free public car park about 2 minutes walk away, where you can leave a car for 24 hours max.

There is free parking for dropping off/unloading just 20 metres away from the door but it is 2 hours maximum stay during working hours and you must display a standard timer disc (we provide them to borrow, the space is unrestricted after 6pm and all day Sunday). After this there is plenty more free unrestricted parking on Northumberland Street or Howling Lane, which also has a second larger public car park.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 999 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 13 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a river
  • Near a zoo
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please just pile used towels together, to prevent laundry of unused towels
Leave the hot tub area locked and the Flat door. Close the back door if no-one else is out there.
Please make sure you return key sets (key safe and kitchen) - also our parking discs
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 999 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Potions Room - A Magical Hot Tub Hideaway to the airport?

This apartment is 34.6 mi (58-min drive) away from the Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Potions Room - A Magical Hot Tub Hideaway have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is The Potions Room - A Magical Hot Tub Hideaway to the beach?

This apartment is 14.5 mi (39-min drive) from Beadnell Beach and 15.9 mi (20-min drive) from St. Aidan's Dunes. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Potions Room - A Magical Hot Tub Hideaway offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Potions Room - A Magical Hot Tub Hideaway?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at The Potions Room - A Magical Hot Tub Hideaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Potions Room - A Magical Hot Tub Hideaway?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does The Potions Room - A Magical Hot Tub Hideaway have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does The Potions Room - A Magical Hot Tub Hideaway have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is The Potions Room - A Magical Hot Tub Hideaway to downtown Alnwick?

This apartment is 0.1 mi away from Alnwick.

The Potions Room - A Magical Hot Tub Hideaway Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was fantastic. Answered every question Dog friendlyRoom was cleanFantastic location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026