Shawdon Hill Coach House
ID: S1330362
- Bedrooms 1
- ・ Sleeps 2
- ・ Pets 1
Guests say
Shawdon Hill Coach House is a charming, cosy cottage ideal for couples and dog owners seeking a peaceful rural retreat. Guests praise its well-equipped kitchen, comfortable bed, and spacious, secure garden. The property is well-placed for exploring Northumberland’s attractions, though a car is essential due to its remote location. While most found the cottage clean and inviting, a few noted areas needing deeper cleaning or minor maintenance. Occasional road noise and the proximity to a main road are mentioned, but overall, visitors enjoyed relaxing stays and appreciated thoughtful touches from the hosts.
Most guests found the cottage clean and tidy, with several highlighting its well-presented interiors. However, a few reviews mentioned cobwebs, the need for a deep clean, and some maintenance issues with appliances and furnishings.
The rural setting is praised for its tranquillity and scenic surroundings, making it a great base for exploring Northumberland. Some guests noted the proximity to a main road and the need to drive for shops or walks, but overall, the location is considered convenient for sightseeing.
Guests consistently compliment the comfortable bed, cosy atmosphere, and suitability for couples and dogs. The log burner and heating are appreciated, though a few mentioned the cottage is smaller than expected and noted occasional noise from the road.
The cottage is well-equipped with kitchen essentials, a washer/dryer, and a secure garden. Some guests noted minor issues such as the need for garden maintenance, appliance quirks, and a lack of storage space, but overall facilities meet expectations.
Many guests appreciated welcome gifts such as wine, biscuits, and milk, as well as helpful information provided by the hosts. Please note that these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A convenient base to explore this beautiful part of north Northumberland. Walkers and cyclists will enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the surrounding countryside.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 43" Smart TV, Bluray Player, DVD Player, DAB Radio, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot available on request.. Large enclosed, lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 cars. No smoking.. This detached, single-storey coach house built in 1833 is ideal for couples looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The open plan living space is well planned, with a well-equipped kitchen with electrical appliances. The beamed living area boasts a cosy wood burner and comfy sofa to curl up on and relax, alongside a dining area to sit and enjoy your morning brunch or evening supper. The spacious bedroom with arched window and shutter looks out onto the garden, with a king size bed set with quality bed linen. Outside is a large, enclosed lawned garden and wooded area with gravelled terrace, set within shrubbery and looking out to open countryside where you can see an array of wildlife.
Conveniently close to the A697, Shawdon Hill Coach House affords easy access to explore this beautiful and historic part of North Northumberland. The market town of Alnwick with its castle, the stunning Alnwick Gardens and a wide array of independent shops, galleries and eateries is just 8 miles away. The picture-postcard town of Rothbury sitting at the foot of the Simonside and Lordenshaw Hills, with Cragside Hall on its outskirts, is 9 miles away. Wooler is a welcoming market town 11 miles from the property, nestled at the foot of the Cheviot Hills and offering a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants. Walkers and cyclists will enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the surrounding countryside, its many challenging or less strenuous walks or trails close by and any stargazers will delight in the dark sky offerings on the doorstep. The Northumberland Heritage Coast is less than 15 miles east and there are no less than 10 castles to explore within 25 miles, with many Iron Age discoveries to be had very close to the property. Shawdon Hill Coach House is an excellent base to uncover the beauty of North Northumberland and has easy access to the Scottish Borders or even Edinburgh which is only 74 miles away. Beach 14 miles. Shop 1½ miles, pub ½ mile and restaurant 8 miles. This property can be booked with Shawdon Hill Cottage (UK40187) to accomodate parties of 8.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Alnwick Castle
- Bamburgh Castle
- Northumberland Country Zoo
Reviews (29)
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Graham Whittley
Lovely one bedroom cottage in a rural setting served by a main road nearby.Nearest town is Alnwick just 15 mins drive away with supermarkets, local shops, pubs and restaurants.The cottage is well presented with only a couple of small niggles if we were being picky namely only one bedside lamp in the bedroom but overall we had an extremely pleasant stay.On arrival we had the basics ie loo roll, milk and a bottle of wine left for us. We are more than happy to recommend this cottage.
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Jennifer S
This cottage has so much potential. Unfortunately it needs a deep clean and several items need upgrading. It doesn't have carpet in the lounge area as per the photographs on the website, it has been replaced by 2 dirty & stained rugs. It's location is in a lovely spot but you can hear the road. It has a nice garden and a lovely walk directly from the cottage.
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Paul Robinson
We were so looking forward to a short break away. On first impression the cottage is nice. But once you’ve settled in it becomes apparent that it needs some ‘TLC’. A coat of paint everywhere wouldn’t go a miss. The dishwasher needs a good clean, as does the oven. The work surfaces need to be replaced or sanded and re finished. On leaving the property you are requested to strip the bed. On doing so we were mortified at the state of the mattress how no one has complained about this before is beyond us. If we had seen this at the start of the stay we would have not stayed. Honestly they just need to get in there and do something about it as it is a lovely property and deserves to be treated with some love.