Guests say
St Cuthbert's Retreat in Wooler is a well-received cottage, praised for its cleanliness, central location, and thoughtful touches like a welcome pack. Guests enjoy the enclosed garden, local amenities, and the property's character. Some mention the beds being hard and the unusual layout, but overall, the cottage is highly recommended for a peaceful and enjoyable stay.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as clean and well-kept, with no negative comments on cleanliness, indicating high standards are maintained.
The central location is appreciated for convenience to local shops and attractions, though one review mentions noise at pub closing time. The proximity to dog-friendly areas and the coast is a plus.
Comfort is generally praised, especially the sofas and the peaceful garden. However, a few guests found the beds a bit hard and one mentioned a noisy boiler, slightly lowering the score.
The cottage is described as well-equipped and cosy, with a lovely garden. Some guests suggested the need for more kitchen basics and noted the unusual property layout.
The welcome pack is frequently mentioned and highly appreciated, contributing to the positive experience. It should be noted that such gestures, while common, are not guaranteed.
About this property
A hidden gem tucked away, full of nature and greenery. No better place to enjoy some al-fresco dining than in the grounds of St Cuthberts Retreat!.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV
Kitchen/dining room: Freeview TV, Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Shower Room: Double Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack.. Enclosed rear garden with garden furniture. On road parking. No smoking. Please note: There are steps to the garden. There is a large, unfenced pond in the back garden. Pets and children always need to be supervised.. Resting in the popular town of Wooler, on the fringes of the National Park and Cheviot Hills is St Cuthberts Retreat. This charming cottage is ideal for a small family or couple wanting to enjoy a peaceful getaway within easy reach of the rugged hills and rolling countryside of the National Park. The kitchen/dining room is well-equipped with all the appliances you could wish for during your self-catered stay. There are also ground floor facilities which include a good-size double shower room. The sitting room boasts inviting sofas, the ideal place to relax and unwind during an evening in front of the fire with a great book from the owners’ book shop next door or with a film on the TV.
Head upstairs to catch up on rest in one of two spacious bedrooms; a master double and a twin both offer plenty of storage space for your belongings. Make your way to the rear of the property along a short lane to the enclosed rear garden, accessed up steps where you and your and four-legged friends can run freely as you sit out in one of the seating areas overlooking the pond with a glass of wine and enjoy the best of the summer sun.
Known locally as ‘the gateway to The Cheviots’ Wooler is a delightful, historic market town on the banks of the River Till, one of the tributaries of the Tweed, nestling in the foothills of the Cheviots which form part of the Pennine Way. There is a good selection of hotels and eating places to enjoy including The Doddington Milk Bar, which offers an opportunity for you to dine for breakfast and lunch or indulge in one of their array of sweet treats and of course the famous Doddington Dairy ice cream. To the east is the magnificent coastline of Northumberland, which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with great trips to be had to Bamburgh Castle, Holy Island of Lindisfarne, Seahouses harbour, or the birdwatcher’s paradise of The Farne Islands. Situated on the edge of the Northumberland National Park, Wooler is just a short drive away from the historic town of Alnwick with its famous Castle and Gardens, and the well-preserved Garrison town of Berwick-upon-Tweed. Chillingham Castle with its ancient herd of wild white cattle and Coldstream, just over the Scottish border, are also a short drive away.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Pets need to be supervised.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Bamburgh Castle
Reviews (19)
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Confirmed Guest
Excellent week at St Cuthbert’s Retreat. Great location on the High Street, plenty to do in the area and wonderful enclosed garden to let the dog into.
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Julie Knight
Unique and quirky cottage offering town centre location. We found it well equipped and great for local amenities. The only downside was the location was fairly busy at pub closing time as we have never stayed in a town before so we’re not used to it and our dogs were quite reactive. The town was very dog friendly and local shops were lovely and very friendly. The lack of windows took some getting used to but all part of the unusual property layout. The garden was lovely even in November and the owners were also friendly and welcoming. Bookstore was also great for book lovers. Got stocked up on JL Ross.
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Bryan Low
Clean, quiet, central, comfortable, lovely welcome pack, and very helpful, recommended.