Guests say
Sea View Cottage is a charming, well-equipped property in a peaceful location ideal for exploring Northumberland. Guests consistently praise its quiet setting, spaciousness, and proximity to Alnwick and the coast. The cottage is described as cosy and comfortable, with helpful hosts and thoughtful touches. While most found it clean and welcoming, a few noted areas could benefit from updating or a deeper clean. Some minor issues with supplies and maintenance were mentioned, but overall, guests enjoyed their stay and would happily return.
Most guests found the cottage clean and tidy, with several specifically mentioning its cleanliness. However, a few reviews noted areas that felt tired or in need of a deeper clean, and occasional comments about a musty smell. Overall, cleanliness is generally good but with some room for improvement.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity and convenience to Alnwick, the coast, and local attractions. Guests appreciated the quiet village setting and easy access to tourist spots, making it an excellent base for exploring the area.
Guests frequently described the cottage as cosy, comfortable, and spacious, with comfy beds and a relaxing atmosphere. There were occasional comments about a small main bed and a dated lounge, but overall comfort levels were high.
The cottage is well-equipped with kitchen amenities, games, and useful information for guests. Some minor issues were noted, such as limited supplies of toilet paper and bin bags, and a few areas needing maintenance or updating. Overall, facilities are good and meet most guests' needs.
Hosts are described as helpful, communicative, and welcoming. Some guests mentioned thoughtful touches such as complimentary wine; however, please note that such gifts are not guaranteed. Information and resources for planning trips were appreciated.
About this property
After a day spent exploring picturesque Alnwick with its Castle and gardens, relax in front of the cosy wood burner.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Multi-Fuel Burner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and fuel for multi fuel burner included.. Enclosed front garden with garden furniture. Rear garden with garden furniture. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.
Please note the property welcomes flexible arrival days and short breaks!. Sea View is an attractive stone-built terraced cottage situated on the eastern edge of Shilbottle. With open views across fields towards the sea on the horizon, this charming property enjoys a lovely, homely ambience throughout. There is a cosy multi fuel burner in the living room and the well-presented kitchen/dining room is also on the ground floor, and there are three bedrooms all with sea views and a shower room on the first floor. Shilbottle is located equidistant, being less than 4 miles away, between the historic market town of Alnwick and the pretty coastal village of Alnmouth. There is a variety of local facilities within this welcoming village all around ½ mile from Sea View, as well as walks direct from the cottage.
There is also a wide array of amenities including a cinema/playhouse, restaurants, independent shops and a variety of pubs available within Alnwick. Alnwick Castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland, (and film location for Harry Potter’s Hogwarts!), is a popular visitor attraction, or visit the Alnwick Gardens; a spectacular interpretation of a formal garden, including a grand cascade waterfall and poison garden, and visitors can dine in the restaurant of the largest tree house in Europe. The picture postcard village of Alnmouth offers a variety of good restaurants, pubs and tea rooms. For sailing enthusiasts there are yachts available and small boat moorings within the sheltered estuary. Golf lovers will delight in the two courses close by: one being a fine 9-hole course adjacent to the beach and the other being a challenging 18-hole course at Foxton enjoying panoramic views.
Also, the towns of Warkworth and Amble are close by, both of which have excellent restaurants, pubs and shops. Visit the castle and beach in Warkworth, as well as the marina and quayside in Amble. From Amble, enjoy a boat trip round Coquet Island bird sanctuary.
Sea View is an excellent choice for those seeking a homely base that gives easy access to explore the beautiful 20-mile stretch of Heritage coastline designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty to the east and the wild and lonely expanses of the heather-capped Cheviot Hills to the west. Bus routes to Alnwick and Newcastle are available nearby and the Sustrans Cycle Route (route 1) is easily joined from the property. Good convenience store, pharmacy, post office ½ mile away. There is an Indian restaurant/takeaway and a pub 1 mile away.
Please note BBQ's are not permitted on-site.
Reviews (23)
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Holly N
Sea View is a lovely cottage that was just as the pictures showed. We had no trouble finding it and were delighted with the property. It was clean and pleasant, right on the edge of a very quiet village. Excellent value for money and a great base for a wonderful holiday. We used all three bedrooms, cooked in the kitchen, and relaxed in the lounge. The only complaint could be that one of the jigsaw puzzles was missing a couple of pieces. Hardly enough to dampen our spirits!
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Confirmed Guest
Everything you could need - comfy beds, peace and quiet, and a great location for exploring.
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Amanda
Well equipped cottage near to Alnwick. Hosts were helpful and friendly and communication with them was great meaning it was easy to get into the cottage. 10 minutes from Alnwick and 10 minutes from the coast so ideal for a weekend in Northumbria. Double bedroom nice and spacious, single room great for one person, twin room would be ok for children but probably too small for adults but house was ideal for me and my mum for a weekend away. Complimentary wine was appreciated :) There is a shop in the village for basics and plenty of restaurants in Alnwick. House is quite dated but for the price and for two nights it was great for us.