Guests say
Craster View is a beautifully situated cottage with stunning sea and harbour views, offering guests a cosy and comfortable stay. The property is praised for its excellent location, ideal for scenic walks and proximity to local attractions such as Dunstanburgh Castle and the Jolly Fisherman pub. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and charming décor. While most found the cottage clean and well maintained, a few noted minor issues with cleanliness and some furnishings. Overall, visitors enjoyed their stay and would happily return, highlighting the cottage’s charm and unbeatable setting.
Most guests found the cottage clean and well presented, though a few mentioned issues such as a sticky dining table, oven cleanliness, and minor maintenance in bathrooms. These were exceptions rather than the rule, with the majority of reviews praising the overall cleanliness.
The location is universally praised, with guests loving the sea views, proximity to the harbour, scenic walks, and easy access to local attractions and the popular Jolly Fisherman pub.
Guests consistently mention comfortable beds, a cosy atmosphere, and a well-appointed living space. Some noted the cottage is best suited for smaller groups, and a couple of comments referenced tight spaces in certain bedrooms.
The cottage is described as well equipped, with a good kitchen, utility room, and thoughtful touches like a log burner and outdoor seating. A few guests suggested minor improvements, such as more kitchen utensils and clearer instructions for heating.
There are no mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches such as hampers or treats in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
Enjoy overlooking the lovely harbour in the village of Craster from this property, located just seven miles away from Alnwick..
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: 50" Smart TV, DVD Player, Ipod Dock, Woodburner, French Doors Leading To Garden
Kitchen: Breakfast Bar, Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV
Bedroom 4: Single (3ft) Bed (Flexible Sleeping Only)
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Washing machine and freezer in garage. . Enclosed rear garden with patio and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: The landing is split-level, care to be taken.. Craster View overlooks the harbour in the popular picture-postcard village of Craster, and it has been refurbished to a good standard. It enjoys a bright, airy living and dining room with large picture windows and a contemporary kitchen area with a breakfast bar, as well as four lovely bedrooms on the first floor. Three of the four bedrooms also enjoy the most magnificent sea views. The sitting area to the front and the pretty walled patio garden to the rear, are ideal for those times you want to relax after exploring this exciting and unspoilt county.
Turn left out of the cottage and you’re almost at the entrance to the cliff-top walk to Dunstanburgh Castle, once voted in the top 10 walks in England. Craster is famous for its smoked kippers which can be bought in the village. It is an ideal location for walkers, cyclists, golfers or those just wishing to enjoy the relaxed ambiance within Craster View. Nearby Alnwick only seven miles away, is the home of the Duke’s Castle used in ’Harry Potter’ and more recently ’Downtown Abbey’. The town has a great choice of shops, pubs and eateries and makes a great day out. Craster is a super location for exploring the whole of the county and Craster View will delight all age groups.
Between June 8th and November 30th, there are works ongoing for the sewerage pipe that goes out to sea directly opposite the property The planned working hours are Monday to Friday, 07:30am–17:00pm, with no noisy activities to take place before 08:00am. These hours may be adjusted depending on planning conditions, and any changes will be communicated to you at the earliest opportunity. Please refer to the important information for further information.
Free WiFi
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Please note this property has a split level landing area on the first floor, care to be taken.
The heating system at the property is very specialised and we ask that you do not try to alter in any way, if you experience any problems with the heating during your stay, please telephone the office, as we will liaise with the owner to rectify this.
Between June 8th and November 30th, there are works ongoing for the sewerage pipe that goes out to sea directly opposite the property The planned working hours are Monday to Friday, 07:30am–17:00pm, with no noisy activities to take place before 08:00am. These hours may be adjusted depending on planning conditions, and any changes will be communicated to you at the earliest opportunity. Parking on your driveway will not be restricted, and you will always have access to your property. During working hours, a banksman will be on site to safely manage any deliveries moving in and out of the area. This may result in a brief delay while wagons travel along Dunstanburgh Road, but access to your drive will always be maintained.
The plant sizing is still being finalised by Northumbrian water but the owners were told to expect deliveries of rock armour, rocks, cabins, fencing, signage and other supplies and which would arrive on 8 wheel lorries and a 20-tonne excavator would be used for excavating rock. There will be a pecker used to cut out the toe of the rock along the shoreline . Noise and vibration are to be expected throughout the period. Northumbrian Water will be monitoring any effect of vibration on the property
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (27)
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Confirmed Guest
Great accommodation in a wonderful location. First class walks and a super pub/restaurant just a stroll away. Would have benefited from a few little items. Bin liners, toilet rolls and a few simple catering ingredients but otherwise really good.
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Kirsty Callaghan
Lovely cottage, fantastic views. Lots you do in the area.
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Barbara Whiteside
Great location, fabulous views,well equipped. Front ensuite bedroom very tight to get round the bed, I have the bruises to prove it. The stairs are a bit tricky but nothing were weren't told about prior to going. Outside area at rear very private and enjoyable for late afternoon sun or for shade. Al in all a wonderful welcoming cottage to stay and would highly recommend.