Guests say
Whinstone House in Craster receives glowing feedback for its superb location just moments from the sea and village amenities. Guests consistently praise the comfortable, well-equipped house, ideal for families and groups, with spacious open-plan living and excellent parking. The property is noted for its warmth, modern facilities, and proximity to scenic walks and renowned local eateries. While a few guests mentioned minor cleaning issues, these were quickly resolved. Thoughtful touches such as a welcome hamper and festive decorations were appreciated by some guests, making for a memorable and enjoyable stay.
Most guests found the house clean and well-presented, though a small number noted minor cleaning issues that were promptly addressed.
The location is universally praised, with guests loving the short walk to the harbour, coastal paths, and local pubs, making it ideal for exploring Northumberland.
Guests describe the house as very comfortable, warm, and spacious, with cosy bedrooms and a sociable open-plan living area.
The property is highly rated for its excellent facilities, including a well-equipped kitchen, ample parking, and modern amenities, with special mention of the electric car charger nearby.
Several guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as a welcome hamper and festive decorations, though these are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Stylish modern property based right within the heart of Craster. Just a short walk to the idyllic harbour with stunning views of Dunstanburgh Castle and the Northumberland Coastline.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Smart TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Smart TV
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 4: Bunk (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washer Dryer.
LPG central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, 2x highchair and 2x stairgate available on request. Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned back garden with sitting out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Set only a stone’s throw from the harbour in the picturesque village of Craster, a real gem along the stunning Northumbrian Heritage Coast; Whinstone House delivers on style and comfort with beautiful light and airy rooms. This delightful house has the living space on the first floor, with the bedrooms on the ground floor, and is the perfect retreat for your family holiday or an ideal place to spend with friends within strolling distance of an award-winning pub. Turn right out of the entrance and a short walk takes you to the harbour, turn left takes you along one of the most award-winning and photographed cliff walks towards the 14th century Dunstanburgh Castle, a spectacular walk for all age groups.
Whinstone House is a perfect place to relax and unwind with the contemporary interior, designed to offer a peaceful atmosphere. The open plan living room has seating for eight where you can unwind and catch up on your favourite TV on the large Smart TV, there is also an Alexa speaker for fun, games and music. The well-equipped kitchen and good size dining area is ideal should you wish to dine in if you are not visiting one of the many delicious restaurants around the area. The bedrooms are all light and airy with cosy beds and high-quality bed linen presented beautifully. The large kingsize master room has French doors out to the garden and a handy en-suite shower room. There are an additional two double rooms and a bunk room.
The local pub offers its famous crab sandwiches and sea food platters, all sourced locally, and a fabulous range of drinks with an amazing outdoor seating area overlooking the stunning views of the harbour and Dunstanburgh Castle. Craster is renowned for its famous ’Craster Kippers’, featured on many TV programmes, so be sure to try some.
The many villages surrounding Craster each have character and charm with beautiful beaches and friendly village inns. A trip into Alnwick is a must, home to the Duke of Northumberland and featured as Hogwarts in the Harry Potter films. The Alnwick garden’s newest addition is Lilidorei, the world’s largest play theme park for children under 13. The historic village of Bamburgh should be on your to do list with a stunning golden sandy beach and outstanding views of Bamburgh Castle. While you are there, try some of ‘the best fish and chips’ at The Potted Lobster, as awarded by The Hairy Bikers on their BBC programme ’The Hairy Bikers Go Local’. If you are looking to play some golf there are a host of coastal golf courses near by boasting stunning views of the Northumberland coast line. Whatever you are planning to do on you Northumbrian adventure, Whinstone House is the perfect base from which to explore the delights of the Northumberland Heritage Coast.
Free WiFi
Nearby points of interest
- Bamburgh Castle
Reviews (14)
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Confirmed Guest
Great place to stay
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Alison
Excellent stay at this beautiful house.Perfect location for walks and eating out.House has everything you could hope for and is lovely and quiet.Parking perfect always a bonus.Highly recommend.
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Shona Hamilton
We spent Christmas at Whinstone House and had an absolutely lovely time. A beautifully decorated Christmas tree was provided and the house was always really warm and comfortable. The bedrooms are not large but were perfectly adequate and the upstairs open plan kitchen/dining/sitting room never felt crowded (we were five adults). The kitchen area is also not large but was well equipped and I was able to cook Christmas dinner without any problems. The open plan nature of the upstairs meant that I could be included in what the family were doing even as I organised the dinner. There was always lots of hot water and the water pressure in both showers was excellent.The house is a very short walk from the harbour in Craster and is ideally placed to explore the Northumberland Coastal path and Northumberland's amazing beaches and many castles. There are a number of very good restaurants within easy driving distance and Berwick and its several supermarkets is only 45 minutes away with Alnwick rather closer. For those who drive electric cars there is a free charger (7kW) in the car park right next to the house (pay for the parking) and the superchargers at Adderstone are about 20 minutes away.Whinstone House is a lovely, comfortable, warm, modern 4 bedroom house in an ideal location for a holiday on the Northumberland coast.