Guests say
Guests consistently praise Brier Dene Middle Cottage for its cleanliness, comfort, and tranquil location. The friendly hosts, Andrew and Doug, are often mentioned for their helpfulness. The presence of ponies and local wildlife adds charm, while the proximity to shops, pubs, and the beach enhances the stay. The cottage's well-equipped nature and cleanliness are highlighted, making it a highly recommended holiday spot.
Reviewers unanimously commend the cottage for its immaculate cleanliness, noting it as very clean and well-maintained, which contributes to the overall positive experience.
The cottage's location is frequently praised for its tranquility, easy access to local amenities, and proximity to the beach, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.
Comfort is highly rated, with guests finding the cottage cosy and the beds comfortable. One mention of a less comfortable sofa slightly impacts the score, but overall comfort remains high.
Facilities are well-regarded, with guests appreciating the well-equipped nature of the cottage and the maintenance of amenities, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay.
While guests express high satisfaction with the hosts and the cottage, there are no specific mentions of gifts or extra thoughtful touches that would fall under this category, hence the score is set to null.
About this property
Discover the best of both worlds here at Brier Dene Middle Cottage, with distant views over to St Mary’s Lighthouse and the sea, yet perfectly located in pretty countryside.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Highchair. . Front patio with garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. With a cosy wood burner and perfect for couples or up to three people, this immaculately presented cottage is set on a quiet arable farm with a resident herd of Welsh mountain ponies. This charming middle cottage is one of three properties on site, and offers a mix of old and new with local pieces of furniture and artefacts which reflect the owner’s high regard for the local area. The super comfy beds are bespoke-made in the UK, and the bedding is all sustainable cotton, reflecting the owner’s love of sustainability throughout the cottage. Located only a few minutes’ walk from a very dog-friendly popular pub, the cottage is ideal to return to and relax around the charming wood burner. On a sunny morning or evening, sit on the small patio area at the front overlooking the fields and relax and unwind.
Perfectly located for exploring the whole of Northumberland, Tyneside and Durham, with easy access to many of the roads leading to the top tourist spots in the county, this property is the perfect base for outdoor enthusiasts. Local beaches are within a couple of miles, with Seaton Sluice being only 2 miles away, with miles of golden sands and some fabulous eateries offering local produce. A beautiful walk from the door takes you to St Mary’s Lighthouse, and the helpful owner has left plenty of information on local walks and cycle routes, with the Waggonways Cycle Path right on the doorstep.
Cullercoats and Tynemouth are nearby, where Tynemouth Priory, bespoke shops, fine collection of pubs and a great Sunday indoor market await. The pretty little cafés at Cullercoats are great to sit outside on a sunny day. Tynemouth’s award-winning beach is famous for surfers and holidaymakers who love to spend time here on a sunny afternoon out.
The property is within easy access to the main roads, meaning you can head further up north to the beautiful Heritage Coast, where a visit to Alnwick with its famous castle and cobbled streets should not be missed. Travel west to Hadrian’s Wall, where you can stop at a Roman fort or look at the famous tree in ’Sycamore Gap’, which was featured in the ’Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves’ film. The vibrant city of Newcastle is easily accessible where you can admire the grand historic architecture or wander along the quayside, or perhaps pop into the Baltic for the wonderful views. After a day exploring this fantastic, friendly county you will be pleased to come back and relax in this welcoming and cosy cottage, with lovely views and pleasant sitting-out areas. Beach 2 miles. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
Brier Dene Middle Cottage can be booked with Brier Dene End Cottage (ref UK3136) to accommodate up to 7 guests.
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
Reviews (12)
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Mike and Sarah, Bruton
Very friendly hosts clean and comfortable accommodation, horses very friendly.
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Michelle Parker
Another fantastic week of Brier Dene magic. We love this cottage and will be back. Lovely location and views with ponies visiting the back garden. Thank you Andrew and Doug. Great hosts!
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Confirmed Guest
Perfect cottage so clean all you could need, cosy and comfortable. The view and wildlife so peaceful and the ponies entertaining, plenty of local shops to choose from. The Beehive pub great food and so close, and the harbour view fish and chips in Seaton lovely. Would return definitely our host's very helpful with local knowledge a day out to Holy Island great.