Guests say
Dunstanburgh View is a well-loved cottage, praised for its homely feel, cleanliness, and excellent location close to local amenities and coastal walks. Guests appreciate the well-equipped property, comfortable furnishings, and the peaceful environment. The proximity to attractions and good food pubs adds to its charm.
The cottage is consistently described as spotlessly clean, indicating a high standard of cleanliness that guests are very satisfied with.
The property's location is highly praised for its peacefulness, proximity to coastal walks, local pubs, and attractions like Dunstanburgh Castle and the Farne Islands.
Guests find the cottage comfortable and well equipped, with new additions such as green 'fireside' chairs enhancing the comfort. However, the suggestion for an upstairs loo indicates room for improvement for some guests.
The property is described as well-equipped with a great shower and off-road parking. The mention of a new bathroom suggests recent improvements, though the lack of an upstairs loo for elderly guests slightly affects the score.
While guests express gratitude to the host, Sally, and appreciate recommendations, there is no mention of gifts, so it is not possible to assess thoughtfulness in this context.
About this property
This is an ideal peaceful location for families or friends with so much to see and do including castles, beaches and market towns..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, DAB Radio, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washer Dryer
Living room 2: Freeview TV
Sun Room.
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
LPG central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. . Garden area (shared with other property on-site). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Dunstanburgh View is one of two beautiful Whinstone cottages situated at Proctors Stead Farm, near the idyllic hamlet of Dunstan and less than a mile inland from the seashore at Craster. The cosy living room boasts a wood burner ensuring a warm welcome whatever the season. The immaculate kitchen/dining room is also on the ground floor along with the fresh bathroom too. Both bedrooms are on the first floor and there are stunning, far reaching vistas across farmland towards the sea and the atmospheric ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle on the horizon.
The ambience surrounding this pair of homely cottages radiates peace and tranquillity, yet the traditional fishing village of Craster is less than a mile away, home to the renowned ‘Craster Kipper’, a smoked fish despatched to food lovers across the country. The friendly village of Embleton is only a couple of miles north with its wide sweep of golden sandy beach which has won the public poll of ‘Beach of the Year’ in the 2017 BBC Countryfile Magazine Awards.
The wide stretch of golden sands at Beadnell Bay is only 7 miles north and is a popular destination for watersport enthusiasts, including sailing, sea kayaking, wind surfing and scuba diving. Golf can also be found nearby. Two miles further up the coastline is the traditional fishing port of Seahouses with boat trips departing regularly to the nearby Farne Islands, famous for its bird sanctuaries and seal colony. Visit the picture perfect village of Bamburgh, snuggled in the shadow of its majestic castle, just 3 miles further north.
Just 7 miles inland from Dunstanburgh View is the bustling market town of Alnwick, with its own dramatic castle (and film location for Harry Potter’s Hogwarts Academy). Visitors will also enjoy a trip to Alnwick Garden, a spectacular interpretation of a formal garden including the Grand Cascade waterfall, Poison Garden, and a restaurant within the largest tree house in Europe!
The property is located on a small farm which includes a friendly, family run private caravan park, and has easy access to explore the 20 miles of Northumberland’s Heritage coastline, recognised as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Beach 2 miles. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Free WiFi
Nearby points of interest
- Alnwick Castle
- Bamburgh Castle
- Northumberland Country Zoo
Reviews (8)
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Joyce
4th time we have stayed in this cosy cottage, real home from home,well equipped, short walk to pub and coffee shop, and craster just a 15min walk.
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HN
Dunstanburgh View is clean, peaceful and well-equipped. Plentiful walks from the doorstep are a boon. Northumberland council seems to have a good recycling collection too. Off road parking is a bonus.
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Audrey Jesty
Once again, we loved our stay at Dunstanburgh View. The cottage is comfortable and well equipped. We love the peace & quiet and it's proximity to great coastal walks. The Cottage Inn, just 5 minutes walk away is great too.