Guests say
Dryden Cottage is praised for its cleanliness, comfortable beds, and stunning location with views of Bamburgh Castle. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities and the property's suitability as a base for exploring Northumberland. Some minor maintenance issues and suggestions for improvements are noted, but overall, guests report a pleasant and relaxing stay.
The majority of guests report that the cottage is spotlessly clean, with only a few minor observations regarding cleanliness that do not detract significantly from the overall high standards maintained.
The location is highly praised for its beautiful views and proximity to Bamburgh Castle. It is considered an excellent base for exploring the area, despite some guests noting the proximity to a busy road.
Guests find the beds very comfortable and the cottage peaceful. There are some comments about the lounge comfort and a stiff shower control, but these are relatively minor compared to the overall comfort experienced.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with the cottage being well-equipped. However, there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as problems with the shower tap, electrical trips, and a few broken items, which suggests room for improvement.
While guests mention the lack of welcome refreshments and some small amenities, there is not enough consistent information on thoughtfulness, such as gifts or extra touches provided by the host, to accurately score this category.
About this property
Nestled into the rural outskirts of Bamburgh, Dryden Cottage is ideal for a family or two couples looking to enjoy the countryside and coast of Northumberland. With fantastic views of the magnificent Bamburgh Castle, and off-road parking, unpack with ease into this lovely stone-built single-storey cottage, settling down into an airy sitting room featuring tasteful leather sofas, wooden flooring and an electric fire stove. When mealtimes call, an amply fitted kitchen decorated in sage houses many amenities to cater to your culinary needs, and you can enjoy your meal in the dining room. Two bedrooms with homely decor and plenty of storage offer a place to cosy up for the night, including a double and a king-size zip-link that can be set up as a twin on request, and both are accompanied by a shower room.
Enjoy extensive countryside views and the castle in the distance from the outdoor sitting area, ideal for alfresco dining. Bamburgh is a wonderful historic town offering an incredible sandy beach, so why not enjoy a walk in the salty air or try out wild swimming, before ending your day in one of the local eateries with a glass of your favourite beverage? There is a selection of coastal walks nearby, however, a visit to the incredible castle is a must. Further from the property you will find Holy Island with its famous Lindisfarne Priory, castle, a selection of eateries and two museums.
Explore the heritage of Northumberland with a stay at Dryden Cottage.
The village’s sweeping sandy beaches and dramatic fortress - Bamburgh Castle - make Bamburgh one of Northumberland’s major visitor attractions. The castle can be seen for miles and dominates this part of the county’s coastline. Today it remains home to the family of the great Victorian industrialist Lord Armstrong, and is open to the public on a daily basis. Although overshadowed by the great castle, Bamburgh village is picturesque with neat grey stone cottages facing a manicured village green. There are excellent pubs, hotels with restaurants and a small selection of village shops. There are golf courses in Bamburgh and nearby Seahouses, and within easy reach are more wide sandy beaches, lovely fishing villages, stunning castles and coastal islands to explore along the dramatic Heritage Coast. There are numerous other attractions also a short drive away, including the famous Alnwick Castle and Gardens and the historic walled border town, Berwick-upon-Tweed. A superb base for exploring Northumberland.
Accommodation
Single storey.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size zip-link (can be set up as a twin on request), 1 x double.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room with electric fire stove
Oil heating with electric fire stove.
Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed rear courtyard and front garden with lawn.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 1.2 miles, pub 1.1 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Bamburgh Castle
Reviews (17)
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Andrew
Our only criticisms are that there is nowhere pleasant to sit outside other than on a bench next to all the dustbins! There is not a real flower or plant to be seen anywhere The out door areas are barren and completely uninviting. Just one note for the owner - the shower on and off control is very stiff and at times almost impossible to operate. Other than these points the bungalow is very comfortable and fit for purpose and we enjoyed our holiday!
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Andrew
Lovely peaceful location and fantastic views. The king size bed was extremely comfortable. It would have been helpful if we would have had 2 front door keys and not just one. Thank you both, Sykes/Cottage Owners for all you did to make this a really enjoyable and fun holiday,
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Robert
We found the accommodation well supplied with all the equipment necessary for preparing my meals and all other comforts for a relaxing holiday in every way. The only problem which we had was the high step into the cottage because we are both disabled and would have preferred a "Grab Bar " to assist entry but even so didn't really cause much of a problem. would definitely come again. Yours R Flook