Guests say
Whitestacks in Bamburgh is highly praised for its prime location with stunning views of the castle and countryside. Guests appreciate the spacious, clean, and comfortable accommodation, suitable for multi-generational families. The property is well-equipped, offering a home from home experience, with a great garden and wildlife encounters adding to the charm. It's within easy walking distance to village amenities and the coast.
The property is consistently described as clean and well-maintained, with only a minor mention of a marked hand towel, which seems to be an isolated incident.
The location is universally acclaimed for its beautiful views, proximity to Bamburgh Castle, the village centre, and the coast, while remaining peaceful and quiet.
Guests find the property comfortable, particularly noting the twin beds and the sun lounge settee. There is a minor issue with other settees being less comfortable, but overall the comfort level is high.
Facilities are well-regarded with a well-equipped kitchen and updated bathrooms. There is a mention of a hole in the driveway, but this does not significantly detract from the overall high standard.
While the reviews reflect positive experiences, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Boasting simply superb views over Bamburgh Castle, Whitestacks in Bamburgh, Northumberland, is an immaculately presented holiday home which is ideal for a family get-together or a small gathering of family and friends. There are multiple rooms in the property which means there is plenty of space for gathering all together, but also there are alternative areas to chill out away from the hustle and bustle of the main house. The sitting room is wonderfully spacious with ample seating, attractive wood flooring, traditional ceiling beams, a feature fireplace and tasteful rugs and soft furnishings, which all add up to create a really inviting area. You can imagine gathering here and chilling out together watching TV or a DVD. There is another area for guests to spend time: an appealing sunroom with beautiful views over the gardens. There is another TV in here, so no need to fight over the remote control. Open up the doors from here out onto the gardens and the breath-taking views speak for themselves. Spend time alfresco in the gardens which are extensive and come complete with a patio area, where you can really soak up those gorgeous castle views. When it’s time to eat, Whitestacks has an impressive fully fitted kitchen which has everything needed to prepare delicious food for the whole party with an adjoining dining room, an elegant room in which to dine together with feature picture windows, also boasting captivating views of Bamburgh Castle and the surrounding countryside. At bedtime, take your pick from any of the four stylishly appointed bedrooms which are all calming spaces in which to relax and really get into the holiday vibe. In the morning, after a quick coffee on the patio, you can plan the day’s activities. There is so much to see and do, it’s hard to know where to begin. The town of Bamburgh is well worth a day out. As well as its famous castle, the town also has a great selection of shops, hotels, pubs and restaurants and a golf course. The Heritage Coastline boasts a stunning array of fishing villages and sandy beaches which are a must-visit. Head out for a scenic drive along the coast and see where you end up! Other places worth visiting include Alnwick Castle and Gardens, Berwick-upon-Tweed, RNLI Grace Darling Musuem, Farne Islands and Dunstanburgh Castle. If you want to get close to nature, you’ve come to the right place with Annstead Dunes Nature Reserve, Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre and Cresswell Wildlife Trust, all in the area. For a holiday get-together to remember for a lifetime, book a visit to Whitestacks.
The village’s sweeping sandy beaches and dramatic fortress - Bamburgh Castle - make Bamburgh one of Northumberland’s major visitor attractions. The castle can be seen for miles and dominates this part of the county’s coastline. Today it remains home to the family of the great Victorian industrialist Lord Armstrong, and is open to the public on a daily basis. Although overshadowed by the great castle, Bamburgh village is picturesque with neat grey stone cottages facing a manicured village green. There are excellent pubs, hotels with restaurants and a small selection of village shops. There are golf courses in Bamburgh and nearby Seahouses, and within easy reach are more wide sandy beaches, lovely fishing villages, stunning castles and coastal islands to explore along the dramatic Heritage Coast. There are numerous other attractions also a short drive away, including the famous Alnwick Castle and Gardens and the historic walled border town, Berwick-upon-Tweed. A superb base for exploring Northumberland.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 2 x doubles, 1 x twin, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Utility.
Dining room.
Sitting room.
Sunroom
Oil central heating.
Oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine.
2 x TVs, DVD player, iPod docking station/CD player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available on request.
Private parking for 4 cars.
Gardens with lawns, patio area, patio furniture, bike storage.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.1 miles, beach 0.5 miles
Reviews (15)
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Michele
The minute you drive into the drive you feel relaxed and welcome. The cottage and gardens are amazing with excellent views of the castle. This year we saw the Northern lights and found the best place to see the stars in the back garden. You have everything you need for a relaxing holiday and can't wait for next year.
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Clive
The site photograph actually underplays the awesome views of the castle and surroundings across to the sea. It is very convenient for the main street of Bamburgh and easy to access the coast for pleasures and practicalities, yet beautifully quiet. The house was very spick and span, spacious with well updated bathroom and kitchen and comfortable rooms. It had all we needed for a lovely stay.
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Bernadette
The photos don't do the house justice, the kitchen, bathroom, and downstairs WC have all been replaced recently. It has been recently decorated too. We were a party of 5 across 3 generations. The house is well equiped and comfortable. The main bedroom has fab views of Bamburgh Castle from the bed and the sunrises were spectacular. We would definitely recommend Whitestacks and would book again if we return to Northumberland.