Guests say
Birsley Cottage is consistently praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and stunning location. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities and the peaceful countryside setting, ideal for exploring Northumberland. The enclosed garden is a hit with dog owners, and the cosy atmosphere is enhanced by a wood burner. While there are minor maintenance issues and views are sometimes restricted, the overall experience is highly regarded, with many guests eager to return.
Guests frequently commend the cottage for its cleanliness, with several reviews highlighting the tidy and well-maintained environment. There is a single mention of cleaning products left out and ash in the fire, but these appear to be isolated incidents that do not significantly impact the overall perception of cleanliness.
The location is celebrated for its beauty and tranquillity, with easy access to local attractions and facilities in Alnwick. Some guests mention restricted views due to fencing, but the peaceful countryside and proximity to scenic spots are major positives.
Comfort is a standout feature, with guests finding the cottage cosy, homely, and very comfortable. The addition of a wood burning stove is frequently mentioned as a delightful surprise. There is a single complaint about heating issues, but overall, the comfort level is rated highly.
Facilities are generally well-received, with the cottage being described as well-equipped and offering modern conveniences. However, there are some comments about minor maintenance issues such as heating settings and a non-working towel rail, which suggest room for improvement.
While guests mention a welcome pack and the provision of a handily marked OS map, there are not enough references to gifts or additional thoughtful touches to accurately score this category. It should be noted that while some guests were delighted by these gestures, they are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Alnwick town centre 4.3 miles. Settled into a rural location on the outskirts of the town of Alnwick, Birsley Cottage is a beautiful stone property nestled into a group of quaint cottages, ideal for a family or two couples who would love to spend time in the more rural side of Northumberland. Several miles from the town centre of Alnwick, this stunning property welcomes you with breath-taking views of the local countryside, so park off-road and make yourself at home in the fantastic open-plan living area. Tall ceilings punctuated by traditional roof beams create a light and airy feel to a space where you can recline on a selection of sofas beside a woodburner and catch up on your favourite TV shows. When mealtimes call, a great kitchen space caters to your culinary needs with a range of home-from-home amenities whilst complementing the history of the property, and once you have cooked a heart-warming meal, you can enjoy it in at the dining table. The property has a ground-floor bathroom, so warm up with a soak in the bath after long countryside walks, before settling down into one of the bedrooms, a ground-floor super king-size zip-link which can be set up as a twin, and there is a second king-size on the first-floor with homely décor and a handy en-suite. Enjoy the courtyard garden and dine alfresco with a backdrop of mature shrubs and colourful plants. Alnwick has many attractions for guests, beginning with scenic countryside walks and bird watching right on your doorstep. Travel further into the town for riverside walks, convenience stores for you to buy your essentials and also a selection of tasty eateries, and Alnwick also has an amazing castle for you to explore. If you wish to enjoy a day out at the coast, then head over to Alnmouth, where a sandy beach is ideal for picnics and watersports. Make the idyllic countryside getaway with a stay at Birsley Cottage.
The attractive and historic market town of Alnwick is dominated by Alnwick Castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland. The Castle Gardens, opened in 2002, are home to Europe's largest cascading water feature, a fabulous (and enormous) treehouse, a delightful rose garden and a beautiful, walled ornamental garden, which will delight novice and experienced gardeners alike. The castle is also famous as the setting for Hogwarts School featured in the Harry Potter films! The town's narrow streets have seen little change since the days when the London to Edinburgh stage coach passed through and the Market Place, with its stone cross, is still the central feature and the ideal venue for the weekly Saturday market. Alnwick offers a good selection of shops, pubs and places to eat and there is plenty to see and do, with miles of golden sandy beaches, numerous castles and boat trips to the famous Farne Islands all available nearby. Altogether a superb location for exploring Northumberland and its stunning Heritage Coastline.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: Ground-floor super king-size zip-link (can be set up as a twin on request) with TV, 1 x king-size with TV and en-suite with walk-in shower, heated towel rail, basin and WC.
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with log burner.
Underfloor heating with log burner.
Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
3 x TV, DVD player, bose blue tooth speaker, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent (except logs).
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed rear garden with patio and furniture.
Two well behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 4 miles, pub 3.6 miles.
Please note: This property does not accept short breaks.
Reviews (37)
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Ian
Weâve stayed quite a few times and keep returning! We love it!
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Adrian
Excellent layout and very good facilities Ideal location to explore Northumbrian coast
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James
I would go as far as to say it has been the nicest accommodation we have stayed in Northberland and we have been holidaying there for over 10 years. We would highly recommend and we will definitely return