West Lodge

ID: S600003

  • Bedrooms 2
  • ・ Sleeps 4
  • ・ Pets 2

Guests say

West Lodge is consistently praised for its cleanliness, cosy comfort, and beautiful location on a country estate with access to Preston Tower and gardens. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, secure gardens, and the property's suitability for dogs and children. The friendly and helpful owner adds to the positive experience, although some guests noted low hot water pressure and suggested minor updates.

Guests frequently describe the cottage as clean and spotless, indicating a high standard of cleanliness throughout the property.

The location is highly regarded for its tranquillity, proximity to beaches, historical sites, and the countryside, making it an ideal base for exploring Northumberland.

The cottage is repeatedly noted for its comfort and cosiness, with a warm atmosphere and sufficient space. However, a few guests mentioned low hot water pressure, which slightly impacts this score.

Facilities are generally well-received, especially the well-stocked kitchen and secure garden. Suggestions for a freezer and a larger TV, as well as comments on decor and maintenance, indicate room for improvement.

While guests mention personal touches and a thoughtful housekeeper, there is no explicit mention of gifts, and therefore it is not possible to score this category accurately.

About this property

Preston 0.8 miles. Resting on a beautiful country estate, West Lodge near Chathill in Northumberland is the perfect destination for a family holiday. The property is just a few miles from the coast yet stands in acres of fields and woodland, just perfect for exploring. Inside, the accommodation is immaculately presented with the sitting room a warm and welcoming space with ample seating, an attractive open fire and tasteful soft furnishings, all adding up to create a really inviting ambience. Step into the kitchen which is fully fitted with everything needed to produce wholesome food for the entire family and the stylish dining area is all set up ready for you to enjoy long, sociable meals together. If the weather allows, then you can enjoy spending time outside with the delightful gardens a wonderful space for the kids (and any pets!) to run around while the adults can gather on the patio, pull up a chair and chill out, soaking up the captivating rural views. All that fresh air will no doubt have tired you out, so choose from two delightful bedrooms, a double and a twin. Both are rustic in style and offer a relaxing space; the perfect place to rest your weary heads after a hectic day of exploring. Make sure you find time for a relaxing soak in the roll-top bath while you’re at West Lodge! Heading out to explore couldn’t be easier with the owner’s estate on the doorstep with miles of fields and woodland to discover as well as the historic Preston Tower. The nearby village of Newton-by-the-Sea has plenty to offer visitors with the popular fishing villages of Beadnell and Craster just a few miles away too. Head out for a hike along any of the coastal paths in the area and you can’t fail to be impressed by the stunning sea views along the way. Attractions worth a visit include Dunstanburgh Castle, Hadrian’s Wall, Bamburgh Castle, Northumberland Country Zoo and RSPB reserves at Hauxley and Annstead. For a memorable family holiday in a beautifully presented traditional cottage, make sure you book a stay at West Lodge.

The small coastal village of Newton is situated on Northumberland's Heritage Coastline between the popular fishing villages of Craster, famous for its kippers, and Beadnell. Beadnell Bay offers excellent sandy beaches and there are spectacular coastal paths with wonderful scenery. The village has a pub which serves food and the historic town of Alnwick is only a short drive away.

Accommodation

Single-storey.

Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super-king-size on request).

Bathroom with roll-top bath, basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Sitting room with open fire

Gas central heating with open fire.

Electric oven and grill and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.

TV/DVD player, WiFi.

Private parking for 2 cars.

Enclosed gardens, lawns, patio, patio furniture.

Two well-behaved dogs welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 4.6 miles, 4.2 pub miles.

Note: Dogs must be kept on a lead in the grounds of the property please.

Note: Use of the estate tennis court subject to availability and by arrangement.

Note: There is a low wall along the roadside of the gardens so please bear this in mind when booking.

Note: If you wish the twin to be made up as a king-size please let us know

Nearby points of interest

  • Bamburgh Castle

Reviews (21)

  • Paula

    The cottage itself is a great size and well provided for. Its own gardens are beautiful and sunny all day! The absolute gem are the grounds surrounding the property! There is a gate in the front garden which gives access to a woodland walk and also to the 13th Century Preston Tower and the gardens of the estate. Our dogs loved it just about as much as we did! A visit inside the tower is highly recommended for the history of this impressive building and especially the views from the top! This part of Northumberland is so beautiful with great beach walks a few miles away at Seahouses and Bamburgh Castle just beyond.

  • Tom

    The sign on the gate regarding not reversing onto road was a great piece of advice and highlighted the thought that the owners put into their guests stay. West Lodge was exceptionally well equipped, comfortable and clean. The owners were very friendly and contactable by telephone if required and stayed next door to the lodge. Our dachshund Misha loved the enclosed garden and also the walks in the wood and round the grounds of Preston Tower. This was an ideal base to explore the area and one week was too short. Would stay here again when visiting area.

  • Graham

    Beds were very comfortable and bathrooms and kitchen good - kitchen is well stocked. Felt that the decor was getting a bit "tired" in some areas and probably due for a deep clean - the skirting boards especially need washing. This did not detract from our stay at all and would happily stay again.

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