Guests say
Ashleigh House in Belford is a spacious, characterful Georgian cottage praised for its warmth, comfort, and excellent location for exploring Northumberland. Guests appreciate the tasteful décor, well-equipped kitchen, and thoughtful touches such as welcome packs. The property is dog-friendly with a secure garden and close to local amenities including a deli, Co-op, and pubs. While most reviews highlight cleanliness and comfort, a few mention minor maintenance issues and tight parking. Overall, guests feel at home and many express a desire to return.
Most guests found the property clean, tidy, and well-presented, though a small number noted musty smells or areas needing a deeper clean. The majority of feedback is positive, with only occasional reports of minor cleanliness concerns.
The location is highly praised for its convenience to local shops, pubs, and Northumberland attractions. Guests found Belford an excellent base for exploring the region, with easy access to beaches and historic sites.
Guests consistently describe the house as warm, comfortable, and spacious, with cosy furnishings and a homely atmosphere. Some mention the beds could be improved, but overall comfort is rated very highly.
The cottage is well-equipped with modern amenities, a well-stocked kitchen, and reliable Wi-Fi. Some guests noted minor maintenance issues such as tricky door locks, a noisy bed, or tight parking, but these did not detract significantly from their stay.
Many guests appreciated the welcome packs and small gifts on arrival, which added a personal touch to their stay. Please note, these gifts are not guaranteed for every booking.
About this property
A gorgeous home from home with a sleek designer feel. Spacious and comfortable, Ashleigh House is your perfect base to explore Northumberland!. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: (3 Steps), Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
Living room 2:
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack.. Rear enclosed garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture, BBQ and chiminea. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There are 2 steps in the garden. There are steep steps to the first floor and steps between rooms.. Ashleigh House is a joyful property resting in the heart of Belford village, set in the stunning surroundings of the Northumberland countryside. With stylish interiors, comfortable and spacious rooms, this cosy abode provides the perfect base for families and their four-legged friends looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Enter the contemporary living room and be greeted by a fabulous wood burner rest your head and snuggle up at the end of an action-packed day and unwind with a movie. Rustle up a hearty meal in the kitchen then enjoy it in the delightful dining area, the perfect place to pop open a bottle of wine and enjoy a good social gathering. Why not head out onto the back terrace? A modern space of decking, slate, stone and lavender, to enjoy some evening sun and sit around the chiminea and enjoy the quiet of the village. Finish off the evening in the second living room, the perfect spot to relax and unwind with a good book. Retire to one of the two bedrooms, designed to give you a restful sleep. The original stairs may be considered steep but not excessively steep. A handrail is provided. There are other small flights of steps between rooms due to the property’s age.
Glorious Belford is often described as ’The Gateway to the Secret Kingdom’ and offers many facilities including shops (newsagents next door), a tearoom, pubs and a golf course with driving range. The picture-postcard, coastal village of Bamburgh, dominated by its majestic fortress and wide expanse of golden, sandy beach is only 5 miles away. The small and friendly market town of Wooler sits at the foot of the Cheviot Hills, a popular destination for those who enjoy cycling, hang-gliding, golf, horse riding and walking, with the challenging route of the St Cuthbert’s Way close by. Chatton Trout Fishery invites amateur anglers to fish, without needing a licence, on a picturesque, 4-acre lake.
Belford is located only a mile from the A1, giving easy access to the elegant Georgian town of Berwick, which straddles the salmon-rich River Tweed to the north. The cobbled market town of Alnwick, protected by its dramatic castle and offering a wide array of amenities, is close by. Alnwick Garden is a popular visitor attraction to see the Grande Cascade Waterfall and dine in the restaurant within the largest tree house in Europe.
Take a trip to the vibrant cities of Newcastle-upon-Tyne or Edinburgh, both only an hour’s drive away, or enjoy the journey by train from Berwick or Alnmouth. Ashleigh House provides a comfortable base from which to explore the Northumbrian countryside, along the Northumberland Heritage Coast, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and the Scottish Borders. Beach 5 miles.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are steps within the property.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Bamburgh Castle
Reviews (33)
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Confirmed Guest
House is beautiful and well appointed. Could do with a bit of TLC and would then be excellent.Great location for getting about. The Village has pubs and a co-op for any shopping.
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Confirmed Guest
We recently enjoyed a week long stay as a family of four at Ashleigh House. Belford provided a great base for exploring beautiful Northumberland, easily allowing access to Bamburgh, Lindisfarne, Embleton, Alnwick etc nearby along the A1. We found the village itself had everything we needed during our stay. Lovely little deli next door, can recommend the quiche salad box 😋 and the coop was useful for other items we needed during our stay. We also enjoyed an evening meal at the local pub. The cottage was cosy and provided us with ample space to relax after a busy day exploring and we were all sad to leave. Our only complaints were that the car parking space provided to the rear of the property was very tight for a large family car like ours to parallel park in, but parking was always found at the front of the property as an alternative. We would definitely like to return again to Ashleigh House!
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Confirmed Guest
Felt at home in an instant, everything you need and clean in a good location