Guests say
The Hemmel is a well-received cottage praised for its peacefulness, cleanliness, and excellent location for exploring Northumberland. Guests appreciate its spaciousness, well-equipped kitchen, and cosy fire. While some mention heating issues, the majority report a comfortable stay with easy access to local attractions and beaches.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as very clean, indicating high standards of cleanliness throughout the property.
The location is highly regarded for its proximity to Northumberland attractions and coastal paths, though it is noted as being slightly remote, requiring a car for convenience.
The cottage is generally considered comfortable with cosy living spaces and comfy beds. However, some guests experienced issues with heating, suggesting room for improvement in this area.
Facilities are well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and ample parking. Some guests suggest the need for better heating instructions and minor maintenance, slightly lowering the score.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the owner, so this category cannot be scored.
About this property
A cosy beamed cottage with a wonderful wood burner, private garden overlooking fields to the rear less than 3 miles from the beach at Embleton, perfect!.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, Woodburner, French Doors Leading To Patio
Kitchen: (2 Steps), Smart TV, Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Front garden with garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. Surrounded by open farmland and boasting magnificent rural views this charming cottage is an idyllic retreat. The Hemmel is set in a small group of cottages and has been refurbished to provide tastefully furnished accommodation. The living room enjoys the cosy comfort of a wood burner a perfect feature in the lovely, large, beamed living room, ensuring The Hemmel is a suitable choice for friends, couples and families regardless of the season. There is a large living room, a kitchen/dining room, one of the bedrooms and a family bathroom are on the ground floor while the other two bedrooms, one of which has an en-suite, are situated on the first floor and enjoy superb tranquil views and beamed ceilings. Outside the garden is laid to lawn with a lovely selection of mature shrubs and flowers, overlooking the fields adjacent where you may spot some animals.
The Hemmel is nestled down a single lane and less than a mile from the welcoming village of Christon Bank with its friendly pub. Although this delightful property enjoys a peaceful rural setting, the pretty coastal village of Embleton is only a couple of miles east where there are local facilities as well as access to a glorious stretch of golden sandy beach. A further 3 miles brings you to the traditional fishing harbour of Craster, renowned for its smoked kippers where you can walk along the clifftop to Dunstanborough Castle, voted one of the top 10 walks in Britain. Travelling a few miles north up where you will come to Seahouses where boat trips to the Farne Islands can be booked to see the puffins and grey seals at play. Here there are several charming tearooms, quaint pubs, amusements and shops. Other activities you will find here are horse riding, fishing and a golf course on the links.
Alnwick Castle and Gardens is also an interesting place to visit and even more so with the added attraction of Lilidorei a fabulous adventure play area for children up to 12 years (pre-book). The dramatic castle, still home to Duke of Northumberland, was the location used for Harry Potter’s Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The Hemmel is an excellent base for those who enjoy a tranquil setting with stunning rural views yet conveniently situated to explore the 20 miles of beautiful heritage coastline designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Scottish Borders and Berwick upon Tweed an easy drive away too. Beach 2 miles. Shop and pub 1 mile, restaurant 2.5 miles.
Free WiFi
There are steps within the property.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Alnwick Castle
- Bamburgh Castle
Reviews (18)
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Karen Lawson
Fantastic stay at The Hemmel, we stayed over Christmas and it did not disappoint. Clean, spacious, well equipped, cooked Christmas dinner, in fact we cooked everyday and it had everything we needed. Location is great, walk over the fields to the beach. Log fire, which we used everyday, beds comfy absolutely no issues. Some had said about the heating in other reviews so we contacted the agents before we arrived to air our concerns as we didn’t want to be cold. Instant response from the owner, heating was on, and it was lovely and warm when we arrived, it’s on a timer, on in the morning, and came back on at teatime cottage was perfectly heated, also we used the log burner which was very good. No hesitation in recommending the cottage, a Christmas tree would have been an added touch but that’s the only recommendation.
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Sandra Cowie
The Hemmel is a fabulous beautifully furnished and equipped barn conversion. It is slightly off the beaten track for walking to the village on wintry nights but in the summer it’s a stone throw to the nearest pub. It is close to so many beautiful sights and towns and the coastal path walking with a big dog is wonderful. The beaches are golden sand with lovely views and go on for miles all nearby the property. The only issue was the timing of the heating. Hence the reason for 4 rather than 5 star! Thankfully there was a wood burning stove which we used to the max. Please alter the timings….
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Confirmed Guest
Beautiful cottage with everything you need in the house and kitchen. We loved our cosy evenings with the fire. The house was so peaceful we slept very well. Excellent location for some of the things in Northumberland - Alnwick, Bamburgh and Cragside. Also a nice walk to Embleton if you want a day without driving.