Guests say
Water's Edge - Warkworth is a well-loved cottage praised for its comfort, stunning location, and thoughtful touches. Guests appreciate the proximity to the beach, the well-equipped kitchen, and the pet-friendly amenities. The property's charm is enhanced by its riverside setting, offering picturesque views and wildlife sightings. While minor maintenance issues are noted, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Guests are generally pleased with the cleanliness of the cottage. One mention of a cleanliness issue resolved by the letting company and owner suggests high standards are maintained, but as there is only one mention, the score is slightly less than perfect.
The location is highly praised for its beauty, proximity to the beach, and the village's amenities. The riverside setting and easy access to local attractions contribute to a near-perfect score.
The cottage is consistently described as comfortable, with a cosy lounge, comfortable beds, and a welcoming atmosphere. Some minor issues with plumbing and floorboards are noted, slightly affecting the score.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with a well-equipped kitchen and good space. However, there are several mentions of minor maintenance issues such as problematic taps and noisy plumbing, leading to a slightly reduced score.
Guests frequently mention and appreciate the welcome gifts, which indicate a high level of thoughtfulness. However, it is politely noted that such gifts, while delightful, are not guaranteed with every stay.
About this property
This impressive property is located opposite the River Coquet in the village of Warkworth with impressive views of the riverfront from the house. Enjoy evening strolls along the riverbank, relax on the park benches to watch the birdlife, or pack up a picnic to enjoy at one of the tables. Warkworth’s independent shops, galleries, dog-friendly pubs, and restaurants are just around the corner (within 0.25 miles) and the sandy beach is just over 0.5 miles away. Explore the historic medieval ruins of Warkworth Castle or enjoy a riverside walk and boat ride to the hermitage. Walk or drive to the friendly harbour village of Amble (2 miles) for the marina, seafood restaurants, independent retail pods and the award-winning high street with a range of shops and eateries. Take a puffin cruise to Coquet Island to see rare birds, grey seals, and the occasional dolphin pod. Visit the pretty village, scenic golf course, and beach in Alnmouth (4.5 miles) and Alnwick Castle and Gardens (7.5 miles).
Upon entering this wonderful holiday home, you will find yourself in the hallway. From here, a door leads to the handy utility room where you can store your outdoor walking/cycling gear next to the convenient laundry facilities. Two of the three bedrooms are on this ground floor, each with plenty of storage space and a hairdryer. The double bedroom boasts an en-suite shower room and WC, and the bright twin bedroom faces onto ‘The Stanners’ at the front of the property. The family bathroom comprises a freestanding bath, a separate shower cubicle, and a WC. Head up the wooden staircase to the spacious first floor and into the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. The vaulted ceiling, exposed stone wall and beams create a light and open atmosphere with plenty of room to spread out and relax on the three comfortable leather sofas in front of the cosy Scandinavian-style gas fire. There’s also a Smart TV with BT Sport and Netflix, a Bluetooth speaker, a DVD player, books, games, and DVDs to keep everyone entertained. The kitchen is fully equipped and features a five-ring gas hob with electric double ovens so the family chef can cook a range of tasty meals to enjoy together at the dining table. To complete this accommodation, the third bedroom lies on the first floor and boasts a double bed, ample storage, a TV, a hairdryer and an en-suite shower room with WC.
Outside, a door on the first floor leads from the lounge onto the high-walled, enclosed balcony with a garden table and chairs where you can dine alfresco on those warmer days. On the ground floor, a door from the utility room leads out onto the rear patio area - a useful alternative entrance when coming in from a walk if you have muddy shoes or wet dogs.
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Reviews (21)
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Mr Peploe
A perfect base for exploring Northumberland
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Mr Clarke
Waters Edge is a near perfect cottage in the charming village of Warkworth. Very comfortable and spacious for two couples. The upstairs lounge gives a nice view of the river flowing by. We think that the Warkworth / Amble area is the best base to stay along the wonderful Northumberland coast.
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Mr Morris
We had a fantastic stay. This is a lovely large home with three private bedrooms and bathrooms, totally suitable for 3 couples and our dog. There is a great, comfortable, open plan upstairs living room and kitchen / diner making for fun communal living. The photographs don’t really do it justice. The property is on a very quiet lane on the riverbank with plenty of parking and great early morning and late evening walks with the dog. A large sandy beach is a 25 minute walk away. Warkworth is a small, very pretty old town with three pubs within 5 minutes. Pub food was excellent and all very dog friendly. Highly recommended.