Guests say
Akeld Cottage is a charming, cosy retreat in a stunning rural setting, ideal for exploring Northumberland’s coast and hills. Guests consistently praise its peaceful atmosphere, beautiful views, enclosed garden, and dog-friendly features. The cottage is well-equipped and warm, with thoughtful touches from the owners. While a few guests noted minor maintenance and comfort issues, the overwhelming feedback is positive, highlighting the property’s comfort, cleanliness, and excellent location for walks and sightseeing.
Most guests found the cottage clean and well-presented, with only occasional comments about minor cleanliness issues in bathrooms or sofas. Overall, standards are high and guests felt comfortable.
The location is frequently described as fantastic, peaceful, and ideal for exploring both the coast and countryside, with walks from the door and easy access to local attractions.
The cottage is widely regarded as warm, cosy, and comfortable, with many guests praising the beds and sofas. A few mentioned issues with mattress softness or sofa comfort, but these were not common.
Facilities are generally excellent, with a well-equipped kitchen, enclosed garden, and amenities like a washing machine. Some guests noted minor maintenance needs (e.g., boiler, microwave, shower), but these were addressed promptly by the owners.
Many guests appreciated welcome packs and helpful communication from the owners. While these thoughtful touches are frequently mentioned, please note that gifts or arrival packs are not guaranteed.
About this property
Wooler 2.7 miles. This delightful corner cottage, a former reading room, sits in a courtyard setting, and is ideally located in the heart of the Cheviot Hills, nestling at the foot of Akeld Hill and surrounded by beautiful countryside, on the very edge of the Northumberland National Park. Boasting romantic rural views, this Wooler cottage offers spacious and comfortable holiday accommodation, ideal for families and friends to get together and enjoy a memorable holiday in an idyllic location. Set over the ground floor level, this Wooler cottage has three charming bedrooms, each thoughtfully decorated to offer a soothing nights sleep, while the cosy sitting room has French doors to the rear garden, and the dining area provides the perfect setting for a celebratory dinner or leisurely lunch.
Outside this Wooler cottage is a large lawned garden complete with patio, furniture and barbecue, ideal for family entertaining, alfresco meals in the sun or enjoying a refreshing drink at the close of an activity-filled day. A short drive from this Wooler cottage will take you to a very good family-run pub and restaurant, serving locally-sourced cuisine, and from the doorstep, the whole of the Northumberland National Park is just waiting to be discovered. A little further afield are the delights of the Heritage Coast, where castles and golden beaches are plentiful. This is a perfect Wooler cottage for a rural break in Northumberland.
Wooler is a delightful, historic market town on the banks of the River Till, one of the tributaries of the Tweed, nestling in the foothills of the Cheviots which form part of the Pennine Way. Known locally as 'The Gateway to The Cheviots', Wooler has a selection of hotels and eating places and offers a magnificent location for exploring the whole of Northumberland and the Scottish Borders.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x small double with en-suite with shower, basin and WC, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area.
Oil central heating with woodburning stove.
There is a starter pack provided for the wood burner - The local garage at Wooler sells wood burning logs in the court yard as does Farm to Freeze on the other side of the road.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair on request.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Additional roadside parking is available a short walk away.
Enclosed lawned garden with patio, furniture and BBQ.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, however, this property does not accept puppies.
Dogs to be kept out of the bedrooms.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 3 miles.
Note: Two small steps up to small double bedroom from sitting room.
Please note: charging of electric vehicles is only allowed on prior agreement with the property owner.
Nearby points of interest
- Bamburgh Castle
Reviews (88)
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Heather
It's also a good location: peaceful, yet accessible to many interesting places, including Wooler, the local market town.
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Charlotte
The owner is very helpful emailing you just as you are about to stay to let you know all about the property and lots of lovely things to do whilst you are there. The property though situated with other cottages was so peaceful especially when you stepped in the back garden you felt like you were the only ones there. We were even lucky and saw the wild goats out in the distance.
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Janet
So clean, comfortable and well equipped. Gorgeous views from the garden. A friend who visited described the feel of the house as serene. Having a paddock for the dog was brilliant. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this place. In fact I'm so keen to get back that I've already booked another week in October!