Guests say
Avocet Cottage in Bamburgh, Northumberland, is a well-loved holiday rental praised for its cleanliness, well-equipped kitchen, enclosed garden, and dog-friendly amenities. Guests appreciate its spaciousness, cosy atmosphere, and convenient location for exploring local beaches and attractions. While some maintenance issues are noted, the overall sentiment is positive, with many guests planning return visits.
The majority of guests found the cottage to be spotlessly clean, with only a few isolated reports of cleanliness issues. These seem to be exceptions rather than the rule, as the general consensus is that the property is well-maintained.
The cottage's location is highly praised for its proximity to beautiful beaches, countryside, and local attractions. It is described as quiet and peaceful, with some guests enjoying the sea views and birdwatching opportunities.
Guests frequently mention the comfort of the cottage, highlighting comfortable beds, a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and a spacious layout. The garden adds to the comfort by providing a secure space for pets and a place to relax.
While the cottage is generally well-equipped, some guests reported maintenance issues such as non-working lights, a broken DVD player, and a shower needing attention. However, recent upgrades to the kitchen and bathroom facilities have been well-received.
There are mentions of welcome packs and fresh flowers, indicating the owners' thoughtfulness. However, as gifts are not consistently referenced across reviews, it is not possible to guarantee their provision for every stay.
About this property
Bamburgh 2.5 miles. Settled into the beautiful Northumberland coastline of Budle, near Bamburgh, Avocet Cottage is a stunning semi-detached cottage ideal for a family and their four-legged friends. After a day spent exploring the local area, settle down in an elegant sitting room, where tall ceilings add an airiness to this space, and you will be drawn to the stylish sofas, warming your feet by the woodburning stove and catch up on your favourite TV shows, or there is the option of a study room filled with books and games for you to enjoy. In keeping with the cottage theme of this property, the kitchen/diner is traditional yet full of all of the home-from-home amenities needed to cook up a storm and offers dining space for six guests.
As the evening wears on, freshen up in the family bathroom before settling down for the night in one of the three bedrooms, a king-size with a Smart TV and bay views, a twin with bay views and a second twin, perfect for children. At the rear of the property, you will find a beautiful garden, that goes down to the bank of Waren burn, with a lawn, mature trees and a splash of colour added by a selection of shrubs, as well as dining tables and chairs so that guests can enjoy alfresco dining. Budle is a hamlet well known for its stunning sandy beaches, which can be seen from the property, so why not head on down to the shoreline and enjoy a walk with your four-legged-friend? Try out watersports, warming up with a picnic with a view across the ocean, or head into the town of Belford, where you can stock up on essentials.
Visit the historic town of Bamburgh where there is a deli, food emporium and local eateries for you to try out as well as a beautiful beach, countryside walks, and the magnificent Bamburgh Castle. From here you can head over to Holy Island where there is a great selection of historic sites waiting to be explored. Make a holiday to remember with a stay at Avocet Cottage.
The village’s sweeping sandy beaches and dramatic fortress - Bamburgh Castle - make Bamburgh one of Northumberland’s major visitor attractions. The castle can be seen for miles and dominates this part of the county’s coastline. Today it remains home to the family of the great Victorian industrialist Lord Armstrong, and is open to the public on a daily basis. Although overshadowed by the great castle, Bamburgh village is picturesque with neat grey stone cottages facing a manicured village green. There are excellent pubs, hotels with restaurants and a small selection of village shops. There are golf courses in Bamburgh and nearby Seahouses, and within easy reach are more wide sandy beaches, lovely fishing villages, stunning castles and coastal islands to explore along the dramatic Heritage Coast. There are numerous other attractions also a short drive away, including the famous Alnwick Castle and Gardens and the historic walled border town, Berwick-upon-Tweed. A superb base for exploring Northumberland.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with TV, 2 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Study
Night storage heaters with woodburning stove.
Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, toaster.
50 ins Smart TV in lounge, TV in bedroom, DVD player, WiFi, selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available on request.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Enclosed rear garden with lawn, mature shrubs, furniture and small stream.
Four well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.6 miles, pub 2.5 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Bamburgh Castle
Reviews (42)
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Colin
Some of the best beaches available in easy reach. Nice walks straight from the cottage is an added bonus. Lovely and warm cottage with ample supply of logs for the wood burning stove for a cosy feel in the evenings.
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Stuart
Just when you think the place is perfect it gets even better. We had another fantastic stay at the beautiful Avocet Cottage. We arrived to a completely spotless cottage and new toiletries in the cloakroom and bathroom. The new smart tv is a fabulous addition. Once again enough free logs to keep you going for the week. We have made another 4 bookings to ensure we never miss out on this wonderful cottage. Thank you Peter and Janet for another fabulous holiday.
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Jane
The photos do not do it justice, it is a lovely tastefully decorated comfotable cottage. Very well equipped kitchen and a plentiful supply of logs for the log burner. Great access to Bamburgh where we ate at both The Middle Inn and Lord Crewe Arms, both of which were great. Communcations from owners prior to ghe stay were excellent. Highly recommended.