Guests say
Percy's Place is a centrally located cottage in Alnwick, highly praised for its unbeatable location near the castle, shops, and restaurants. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, private parking, and spacious layout, making it ideal for exploring Northumberland. While many found the property clean, comfortable, and homely, some noted areas needing attention, such as bedding, mattresses, and occasional maintenance issues. Despite minor drawbacks, most guests enjoyed their stay and would happily return, highlighting the property's convenience and value.
Many guests found the property clean and tidy, but several reviews mentioned issues such as stained bedding, musty smells, cobwebs, and dirty carpets or kitchenware. While the majority were satisfied, a notable minority experienced cleanliness concerns.
The location is consistently praised as excellent, with guests loving the central position close to Alnwick Castle, shops, and restaurants. Some mention minor noise from deliveries, but overall, the convenience outweighs any negatives.
Most guests found the cottage comfortable and cosy, with spacious rooms and good heating. However, several reviews highlighted uncomfortable or worn mattresses and furniture, which affected sleep quality for some.
The property is well equipped, with a full kitchen, two bathrooms, and private parking. Some guests noted maintenance issues such as blocked drains, lack of shower shelves, and tired furnishings, but these did not significantly detract from the overall experience.
There are no mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
This apartment is situated less than 100 yards from the entrance to Alnwick castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland and film location of Harry Potter’s Hogwarts.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. . Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. . Percy’s Place is a ground floor apartment situated in the Castle Quarter in the heart of the historic town of Alnwick. The main entrance into the building is communal with independent access to its private entrance. The accommodation is extremely well presented throughout, and with two double bedrooms and two bathrooms, this property is suitable for couples as well as friends and families.
The property is a few minutes’ walk from Alnwick Castle as well as being within easy walking distance of a wide range of amenities, including an abundance of independent shops and a variety of pubs and tea rooms. There is a cinema/playhouse close by and Alnwick Gardens is well worth a visit too.
Percy’s Place is an excellent choice for those seeking a convenient base with easy access to explore the beautiful 20 mile stretch of Heritage coastline, designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty to the east, and the wild and lonely expanses of the heather-capped Cheviot Hills to the west. Beach 4 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 100 yards.
Free WiFi
Nearby points of interest
- Bamburgh Castle
Reviews (29)
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Confirmed Guest
we have stayed in Percys place a few times and love the location. a few things were a bit tired this time - some new bedding would be a nice idea. also some basic amenities- tea, coffee, cooking oil. but we will stay again.
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Jo Wilson
Had a fabulous time in Percy’s place. The accommodation was great and suited our needs. Location was great, so central and a short walk to the castle and shops. Ice cream parlour straight across the road was a bonus!!! Would not hesitate to stay there again.
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Confirmed Guest
We loved Percy's place! It was in an excellent location in the heart of Alnwick. It was beautifully clean and homely and had everything we needed. We highly recommend.