The Porthole is a three-storey stone fisherman's cottage built around 1906 from local whinstone in Craster, Northumberland. Positioned just metres from Craster harbour this semi-detached property sleeps seven across four bedrooms. The name comes from a real porthole set into the wall beside the stairs on the second floor. It's a genuinely special spot.

Craster is a popular unspoilt fishing village on the Northumberland coast. Coastal walks start from the doorstep including the path to Dunstanburgh Castle where you can spot local wildlife along the way. The village smokery sells kippers kipper pâté and pickled herring. The Jolly Fisherman pub is steps away with harbour views and food worth going back for one guest ate there three times.

Accommodation spans three floors. The king-size bedroom has a single sofa bed for a child. The double bedroom on the second floor has amazing sea views. There's a spacious twin with harbour views and a single bedroom with countryside and sea views. Two bathrooms serve the house.

Bamburgh Castle is 13 miles away. Howick Hall Gardens sits 3 miles out. Beadnell Bay's golden sands are 9 miles away. Alnwick town is within easy reach for a day out.

The enclosed front garden overlooks the harbour with outdoor dining furniture. The Porthole suits families or groups wanting a proper Northumberland base with the coast on the doorstep.