Armstrong Cottages No30
ID: S599872
- Bedrooms 4
- ・ Sleeps 8
- ・ Pets 1
Guests say
Armstrong Cottages No30 is a well-received holiday rental in Bamburgh, praised for its brilliant location, comfort, and suitability for families and dog owners. Guests appreciate the property's proximity to the beach and local attractions, its enclosed garden, and the spacious and well-equipped accommodations. While some minor issues with cleanliness and hot water supply were noted, the overall sentiment is positive, with many guests looking forward to returning.
Most guests found the cottage clean and comfortable. However, a few mentioned that certain areas needed more attention, such as under beds and sticky surfaces. These seem to be isolated incidents rather than a common trend.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to Bamburgh village, the beach, and local attractions. Guests love the short walks to the castle and the convenience for exploring Northumberland.
The cottage is consistently described as comfortable, warm, and suitable for large groups and families. The new bathrooms and spacious layout contribute to the overall comfort.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with a well-stocked kitchen and good layout. Some guests mentioned issues with hot water and the electric shower, suggesting room for improvement in maintenance.
While guests are pleased with the equipment and provisions at the cottage, there are no specific mentions of gifts or extra thoughtful touches that would warrant a score in this category.
About this property
Nestled amongst the popular Armstrong Cottages estate originally built by Lord Armstrong for the workers restoring the magnificent Bamburgh Castle, Armstrong Cottage No30 is an idyllic getaway for those who wish to explore the coast and heritage of Northumberland. Be welcomed into a beautiful open-plan living area, where tall ceilings and glass doors allow in seas of light, making this a fantastic social hub and guests can relax on the selection of sofas beside an open fire, or make the most of the kitchen and dining area, cooking up a heart-warming meal from local produce using the contemporary amenities and enjoying it at the dining table or breakfast bar, and from here you can access a conservatory with stylish sofas, a gorgeous spot to enjoy a cup of tea and a good book.
With such a beautiful living area, it is no surprise that each bedroom is charming, and you can choose from a super king-size with a handy en-suite and French windows opening up into the garden, a ground-floor twin, a first floor king or double, there is a stylish bathroom where you can soak the sand from your hair. Outside, make the most of the barbecue in the enclosed garden space. Bamburgh is a fantastic seaside town with many attractions available for guests, beginning with the selection of tasty eateries and a deli, where you can stock up on essentials and try out local produce, or head to the local food emporium for more.
Bamburgh has a magnificent castle which is well worth a visit, towering over the local countryside and you can find out more about the town’s history at the RNLI Darling Museum. There are many walks for those who love to immerse themselves in the countryside and coastal scenery, including Bamburgh Coast and Hills, Bamburgh Lighthouse, Bamburgh Beach and St Aidan’s Dunes. A little further from the property you will find the fascinating Holy Island with its array of wonderful historical sites, including Lindisfarne Priory, Lindisfarne Castle and a museum on local history. Fall in love with the beauty of Northumberland with a stay at the charming Armstrong Cottage No30.
The village’s sweeping sandy beaches and dramatic fortress - Bamburgh Castle - make Bamburgh one of Northumberland’s major visitor attractions. The castle can be seen for miles and dominates this part of the county’s coastline. Today it remains home to the family of the great Victorian industrialist Lord Armstrong, and is open to the public on a daily basis. Although overshadowed by the great castle, Bamburgh village is picturesque with neat grey stone cottages facing a manicured village green. There are excellent pubs, hotels with restaurants and a small selection of village shops. There are golf courses in Bamburgh and nearby Seahouses, and within easy reach are more wide sandy beaches, lovely fishing villages, stunning castles and coastal islands to explore along the dramatic Heritage Coast. There are numerous other attractions also a short drive away, including the famous Alnwick Castle and Gardens and the historic walled border town, Berwick-upon-Tweed. A superb base for exploring Northumberland.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor super-king zip and link bed with TV and en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor twin
1 x first-floor king-size with TV, 1 x first-floor double bedroom.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with open fire plus conservatory sitting area.
Ocean Leisure Club Membership 2024 (Entrance fee payable)
Electric heating with open fire.
Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher.
3x TV, 2 x DVD player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Fuel for open fire not provided.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot (no linen provided for travel cot).
Off-road parking for 1-2 cars.
Enclosed rear patio garden with furniture and barbecue.
one well behaved dog welcome.
No smoking.
Shop 0.8 miles, Pub 0.9 miles.
Note: Ocean Leisure Club Membership(Entrance fee payable).
Note: Property only accepts 7 night stays starting on a Saturday.
Nearby points of interest
- Bamburgh Castle
- Haggerston Castle
- Alnwick Castle
Reviews (18)
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Donna
Itâs a very comfortable cottage, the new bathrooms are great. We canât wait to come back. Many thanks
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Mary
Fully equiped kitchen with every pot, pan, utensil you need. The bedrooms were comfortable and everyone reported a good nights sleep. The bathrooms are excellent. The garden was perfect for our dog, she enjoyed many a sunny day out there. Only negative, on arrival we could not find the cottage handbook which caused some frustration because we had no idea how to open the back doors, wifi (wifi is important as there is no mobile phone reception) etc it was only by chance I found it under a bag of kindling and newspapers by the fireplace. Overall, we had a wonderful stay and would have loved to book again for next year but it is already fully booked for 2025.
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Sarah
It was clean and well equipped and had everything we needed. We stayed here years ago and it has been updated since then with new bathrooms and kitchen. The space is great for families to share. The only issue we had was we couldnât find a clothes horse anywhere which was a pain when doing washing and it was rainy outside. Eventually found it under one of the kids beds, but only by chance when looking for a lost teddy! Overall a great stay and Iâm sure weâll be back.