Guests say
The Lookout in Embleton is highly praised for its superb facilities, spaciousness, and stunning views. Guests appreciate the property's ideal location for beach walks and proximity to local amenities. The house is well-equipped for large groups, offering comfort, style, and ample space for both adults and children. With positive remarks on cleanliness and maintenance, it's a recommended choice for a memorable holiday.
There are no explicit comments on cleanliness, hence a score cannot be provided.
The property boasts a prime location with spectacular views of the sea and Dunstanburgh Castle, easy access to the beach, and a short walk to local pubs and shops.
Guests find the house comfortable and warm, with cosy and stylish living areas, comfortable beds, and plenty of en-suites and bathrooms.
The Lookout is well-appointed with a fully equipped kitchen, spacious dining and living areas, and great outdoor spaces, suitable for large parties and family gatherings.
While guests are highly satisfied with their stay, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness, so a score cannot be provided.
About this property
Enjoying an unbeatable, elevated setting offering panoramic views of the coast and the remains of Dunstanburgh Castle, The Lookout in Embleton, Northumberland, is a simply stunning property which is perfect for a family holiday or special gathering of family and friends. The accommodation has been finished to an impeccably high standard throughout and offers guests a holiday home which is a delight to spend time in. The flexible living space means that whether you want to all gather together and entertain, or want to find room to get away from each other, it’s all covered at The Lookout. The good-sized sitting room has ample seating and a beautiful feature fireplace housing a wood burner, making it the ideal place to get together and socialise, while on the first-floor, there is additional living space with seating, a wood burner, a large TV and feature picture windows, so if you get bored of each other’s company there’s plenty else to do! When it’s time to eat, the kitchen is all ready, fully fitted with all that’s needed to produce healthy food for the whole family. The room is big enough to host a large dining area which is where you can imagine spending lots of time eating, drinking and enjoying each other’s company. The outside has also been planned with socialising in mind with the addition of a welcoming patio area, a fire pit and a barbecue, to ensure you can spend as much time as you wish outdoors, should the weather allow. Come bedtime and you can make your way to any of the six immaculately presented bedrooms. Whatever combination of guests there are in your party, there is a bedroom to suit and more bathrooms than you can shake a stick at! The Lookout is in the perfect position for exploring the delights of the Northumberland coastline with the pretty village of Embleton nearby. There is a fantastic scenic walk from here to the neighbouring village of Craster with the town of Alnwick the ideal location for having a browse and stocking up on essentials. Nearby Embleton Bay is a gorgeous sandy beach and other beaches worth visiting include Beadnell Bay Beach and Newton Haven Beach. Just a few miles away is the stunning Dunstanburgh Castle and if you’ve got a taste for history then check out Alnwick Castle, Preston Tower, Howick Hall and Bamburgh Castle. Offering outstanding accommodation, which is wonderfully spacious, The Lookout is the perfect location for a special holiday.
The pretty village of Embleton is ideally placed for exploring one of the most attractive stretches of Northumberland's Heritage Coastline. A beautiful grassy path runs from the village to neighbouring Craster, alongside the sea and past Dunstanburgh Castle - the largest ruined castle in Northumberland. Embleton itself has a village pub and a local hotel, and there is an excellent range of amenities in nearby Alnwick. The gardens at nearby Howick Hall are open during the summer and are noted for their beauty, whilst Alnwick Castle and Garden are a 'must-see' when visiting the area. For the keen golfer, Dunstanburgh Links Course is about 1 mile away - just one of several excellent courses in the vicinity.
Accommodation
Three storeys.
Six bedrooms: 1 x large double french bed with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be double on request) with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor large double french bed with freestanding roll-top bath, 1 x second-floor large double french bed with en-suite with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor twin (zip/link, can be double on request) with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor twin (zip/link, can be double on request).
Second-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner with woodburning stove.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Living room with cassette fire studio.
Oil central heating with ground-floor underfloor heating.
Electric double oven and grill, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, woodburner.
2 x TVs, DVD player, iPod docking station, CD/radio, music system, selection of books, games and DVDs, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available.
Unallocated roadside parking.
Gardens, patio area, patio furniture, fire pit, barbecue.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.4 miles.
Note: Starter pack of logs is provided.
Note: This property sleeps 12 people
Reviews (19)
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Laura
Perfect for our stay. Well equipped house, with comfy beds and plenty of en-suites/bathrooms. Amazing walks from the house along the coast. Pubs to eat at within a couple of minutes walk. Owners were great at communicating with us. Couldn't ask for more and would definitely recommend.
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Jane
The house is well equipped and spacious and had everything we needed for our stay. There are lovely coastal walks from the property, turn right for a 3.3 mile walk to Craster (and the Jolly Fisherman) or left for a 2.3 mile walk to High Newton by the sea (the Joiners Arms) via Low Newton by the sea (the Ship Inn). From High Newton there is a 2 mile walk back to the house via an inland path. In Embleton itself the Dunstanburgh Castle Hotel is a 2 minute walk, with friendly staff and a restaurant serving delicious food.
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Barbara
There is a well stocked farm shop in the village. Nice walk down to the beach and along the coastal path to the castle. Alnwick Castle is nearby and well worth a visit.