Guests say
The Cockles is a charming and peaceful cottage, ideal for couples seeking a relaxing countryside retreat. Guests consistently praise its cosy atmosphere, beautiful rural setting, and the warm welcome from the hosts. The enclosed garden is a highlight, especially for dog owners. While some found the cottage compact and noted minor maintenance issues, most enjoyed the comfort and convenience. The welcome pack, sometimes including fresh farm eggs, was much appreciated. Overall, the property offers a tranquil base for exploring the local area, with thoughtful touches and friendly hosts enhancing the experience.
Most guests found the cottage clean and warm, though a few mentioned overgrown outdoor areas and minor clutter outside. The interior cleanliness was generally well received.
The cottage is praised for its peaceful countryside location, beautiful views, and proximity to local attractions, making it an excellent base for exploring the area.
Guests found the cottage cosy and comfortable for two, with a few noting the small size and some issues with the bed and bathroom for those with mobility needs. Most found it suitable for a relaxing stay.
Facilities such as the kitchen and garden were appreciated, but some guests noted maintenance issues like overgrown decking, a broken sliding door, and heating controls. The cottage is well equipped but could benefit from some updates.
The hosts are frequently described as welcoming and attentive, and several guests mention a generous welcome pack, sometimes including fresh eggs. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
Visit both countryside and coast from this detached property, with Alnwick, Bamburgh and Druridge Bay all within easy reach.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 32" Freeview TV, Sofa Bed (Children Only), Patio Doors Leading To Decking
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, 15" Freeview TV
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. . Decking with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Grounds (shared with owners). Stabling for horses. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Ideal for a couple or small family, The Cockles is set in a pretty countryside location yet only a few minutes’ drive from the historic market town of Morpeth. Detached and set on the owners’ smallholding with horses, the property has a lovely wrap-around style decked area to maximise the sun after you have been out exploring all day. With many bridle paths straight from the door, it is also ideal if you want to walk.
The Cockles is a great base for exploring the abundance of visitor attractions within this friendly county, voted in 2018 by the Visit Britain Tourism Awards as the best county to holiday in. Morpeth itself has plenty of small restaurants, pubs and a good selection of shops, as well as a pretty riverside and a weekly market. Only a few miles from the start of the Northumberland Heritage Coast with miles of golden sandy beaches, with fabulous Druridge Bay only 8 miles to the east.
Head north and visit Alnwick Castle, 23 miles, famed for scenes shot for the Harry Potter films, or head up to Holy Island and Bamburgh with breathtaking views over the coast. Hop on a train at Morpeth and take a day trip to Edinburgh, and there is easy road access for Hadrian’s Wall (Vindolanda), 42 miles, and the Northumberland National Park. Other places to visit included Newcastle upon Tyne, 20 miles, and Kielder Water, 48 miles. Beach 8 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 3 miles.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (10)
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Robert Archibald
Our third cottage this year and they keep getting better. We arrived on the back of a lorry ! Mac was brilliant, he has all the kit, diagnosed the problem. We found garage not 5 miles away, job fixed. Cottage was great, had a bit of a worry as had read review of bad bed, don't know where that came from, the only problem we found with the bed was not wanting to get out of it!!Fantastic cottage in great area.
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Marie
A small but excellent cottage for 2 people.Excellent location for visiting both coast and many National Trust and English Heritage sites.Very quiet and peaceful.
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Confirmed Guest
Turning into the gateway, first impressions were poor. With the front of the cottage covered in weeds, the area cluttered with vehicles and a well in the middle, made manouvering even a small car into the allocated parking spot difficult. Walking into the cottage the kitchen and dinning area was more than adequate and well kitted out. Going into the bedroom through a sliding door which came off its runners and didn't close properly, the gap between the bed and a cupboard was that small, you had to walk sideways one leg at a time, however there was plenty of storage space for clothes etc. The bed was very uncomfortable with springs sticking up. It needs a new mattress. The sitting area was small but comfortable enough for two people, it had a large picture window with slidding door, but unfortunatley looked out onto a 5 foot fence and a parked motorhome. None of which were on the photographs in your online catologue. Coming in from a wet walk with tempretures down to 7 we found no heating on, the heating is controlled by the owners app on his phone, he did come in however to rectify it for the rest of the week. Would we recomend NO. Would we stay there again NO. We recommend that cottages.com revisit the cottage and take fresh photographs.