Guests say
Melandra cottage in Belford is highly praised for its spacious, comfortable, and well-equipped interiors, making it ideal for families and dog owners. Guests love the peaceful location, secure garden, and proximity to Northumberland’s attractions. The property is generally clean and cosy, with modern amenities and thoughtful touches. While a few minor housekeeping issues and the absence of welcome gifts like milk were noted, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests keen to return.
Most guests found the cottage clean and comfortable, though several mentioned areas needing deeper cleaning, such as under beds, behind sofas, and kitchen appliances. Minor issues like a marked tablecloth, grill cleanliness, and a frosty freezer were also noted.
The location is frequently described as excellent, peaceful, and ideal for exploring Northumberland, with easy access to local attractions, beaches, and amenities in Belford.
Guests consistently highlight the cottage’s comfort, especially the beds, spacious rooms, and cosy living areas. The secure garden and quiet setting add to the relaxing atmosphere.
The cottage is well-equipped with modern kitchen appliances, good WiFi, and amenities for families and pets. Some minor maintenance issues were mentioned, such as a rusty oven tray, vacuum cleaner, and radiator performance.
Guests appreciated thoughtful touches like DVDs, highchair, and dog-friendly features. However, several noted the absence of welcome items such as milk on arrival. Please note that gifts or welcome packs are not guaranteed.
About this property
This charming cottage boasts a cosy wood burner and enclosed garden, ideal for families with children and pets all year round.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, Woodburner
Dining room: Sofa Bed (Double) (Flexible Sleeping Only)
Kitchen: (2 Steps), Electric Oven, Ceramic Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Single (2ft 3in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bathroom: (2 Steps), Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair.. Enclosed lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: The property has a private water supply.. Nestled in the midst of a small terrace of similar properties, Melandra is a charming cottage that has been fully restored with thought, care and attention to detail. The wood burner in the living room ensures a cosy welcome regardless of the season, and the separate dining room adds to the comfort. There is a pristine kitchen and a convenient cloakroom on the ground floor too. The beautifully presented bedrooms and immaculate bathroom are on the first floor. Oozing charm and character, this delightful cottage has an enclosed garden with a large lawned area and patio, the perfect spot to dine al fresco whilst the children and pets play, as well as off road parking for 2 cars.
The pretty village of Belford is just over a mile away, where a warm welcome regularly greets visitors. The village is often described as the ’Gateway to the Secret Kingdom’, and offers many facilities including shops, a tea room, pubs renowned for serving delicious food, and an impressive golf driving range. The picture-postcard coastal village of Bamburgh, dominated by its majestic fortress and golden sandy beach, is a mere 6 miles east. The small and friendly market town of Wooler sits at the foot of the Cheviot Hills, 12 miles west, which is a popular destination for cycling, hang-gliding, golf, horse riding and walking. The challenging route of St Cuthbert’s Way passes close by. Chatton Trout Fisheries is close by and invites amateur anglers to fish without a rod licence on a picturesque 4-acre lake. Although Melandra is quietly situated, the A1 is less than a mile away, giving easy access to the elegant Georgian town of Berwick-upon-Tweed, which straddles the salmon rich River Tweed to the north, and the market town of Alnwick, with its dramatic castle, to the south. Both offer a wide array of amenities and are equidistant at 15 miles. Alnwick Garden is very popular and makes a great day out. See the Grand Cascade waterfall and then enjoy a meal in the restaurant within the largest treehouse in Europe. The vibrant cities of Newcastle upon Tyne and Edinburgh are an hours’ drive away, or take the train from Berwick or Alnmouth. Melandra offers delightful accommodation in an excellent location. It makes a great base from which to explore the Northumbrian countryside to the west, along with the Heritage Coast, designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty to the east, and the Scottish Borders to the north. Beach 6 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1¼ miles.
Free WiFi
Please be aware that although internet is advertised as available at this property, if there are any problems with connection/availability of the internet connection during your stay caused by circumstances beyond our control, then neither the owner nor the company can be held responsible and no compensation will be given. Please be mindful that if the internet is provided free of charge for general browsing/collecting emails etc any excessive usage will be payable to the owner. Those who use the internet understand that as the Broadband service is provided by an Internet Service Provider (ISP), they accept the Terms and Conditions of that ISP.
There are steps within the property.
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Bamburgh Castle
Reviews (18)
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Michael Bishop
We had a wonderful break, although the weather was not good.
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Confirmed Guest
Home from home cottage. Very comfortable, especially the beds. Had an amazing two weeks.Coop at Belford is only a few minutes drive away. Holy Island and the sea can be seen from one of the upstairs windows.Secure garden and parking at the rear.
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Confirmed Guest
A comfortable cottage, well located for exploring the area. Excellent walks from the door.Secure garden for pets.The cottage was superficially clean, but some areas would benefit from a deep clean. Very dusty under the bed, behind the sofas and a few patches of black mould on the tiles above the bathroom window .Belford is a lovely village and provides all the necessary amenities.