Guests say
Sandyhouse Cottage is praised for its great location, cleanliness, and well-equipped nature, offering a peaceful setting and a secure garden ideal for dogs. It serves as a perfect base for exploring Northumberland's attractions. Some minor issues with bed comfort and warm drinking water were noted.
The cottage is consistently described as clean and well-maintained, suggesting high standards of cleanliness.
The location is highly regarded for its peacefulness and proximity to local attractions and amenities, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.
While the cottage is generally seen as comfortable, there are remarks about the double bed being hard and noisy, which suggests room for improvement in this area.
The cottage is praised for being well-equipped with kitchenware, a dishwasher, and washing machine, though the lack of instructions for appliances and the issue with warm drinking water indicate some areas could be enhanced.
Guests appreciate the thoughtful extras such as picnic mats and cool bags. While no gifts are mentioned, the provision of such items indicates a considerate approach to guest needs. Please note that such extras are subject to availability and not guaranteed.
About this property
This is a great touring base for exploring Northumberland with Alnwick, Bamburgh and coastal towns all within easy reach.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Air source heat pump, gas, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair.. Large, enclosed lawned garden with garden furniture. Electric car charging point (at cost, paid direct to owner). Parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: The property has a natural water supply from a spring. Holidaymakers Only. Couples and family bookings only. Sorry, no hen or stag parties.. This semi-detached cottage is under half an hour from the glorious Northumbrian coast and Holy Island, and a mile from the tiny village of Milfield in the heart of rural Northumberland. Sandyhouse Cottage is very comfortable and well-furnished, has generous surrounding gardens and looks onto the Cheviot Hills, within the Northumberland National Park. The living room is cosy and inviting, and the kitchen is particularly well finished. Upstairs, the attractive bedrooms have a great view of Yeavering Bell, where there are the remains of the largest Iron Age hill fort in the area, which had more than 100 round houses.
Milfield, 1 mile, has a good pub, a café and local shop, while Wooler, 7 miles away, has good local shops and services. The gliding club in Milfield offers a chance to experience gliding with a qualified instructor. St Cuthbert’s way walking route and the Pennine Way National Cycle Route 68 are both close by. There are sea and river trips from Berwick harbour, and to the Farne Islands from Seahouses. Don’t miss the castles of Alnwick, Bamburgh and the dramatic, ruined Dunstanburgh, or wonderful sandy beaches, the closest being Goswick where there is also a fine links golf course. Take the train to Edinburgh or Newcastle, under an hour either way, from the walled border town of Berwick-on-Tweed, 15 miles, for a fun day in the city. Beach 18½ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.
Electric vehicle charging at charging points only.
Families or couples only.
Holidaymakers only.
No stag, hen or other party bookings allowed.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (8)
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Keith
We had a lovely stay at Sandyhouse Cottage. Great location for getting into the hills and going to the numerous lovely beaches. Cottage was perfect for our needs and the enclosed garden and walks from the house were great for our two dogs. The local Red Lion Pub was great for our evening meals and just at the bottom of the lane. Also the staff and the locals were very friendly and loved our dogs. we would highly recommend this cottage for a peaceful holiday in Northumberland and would definately like to return next year.
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Confirmed Guest
Great location & cottage.Double bed very hard! No instructions for cooker, washing machine etc.Overall a good cottage & we had a great holiday.
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Confirmed Guest
Had a lovely week in the cottage - it was the ideal base to tour the area.The cottage has a large secure garden which was perfect for our dog.There are circular walks right from the door to explore the beautiful surrounding countryside. We visited Bamburgh, Berwick, Alnwick, Holy Island, Craster and Seahouses - all were within easy reach.The cottage was clean and very well equipped with everything you could possibly need. There were lots of thoughtful extras such as windbreakers/bodyboards/flask and cool bag available to borrow if needed.There is a pub and cafe in the village which is about a mile from the cottage.Just be aware that dogs are not allowed upstairs in the cottage so if your pet is used to sleeping in your room this would be a major sticking point.