Guests say
Ashleigh House in Belford is a spacious and beautifully presented Georgian cottage, praised for its warmth, comfort, and tasteful décor. Guests appreciate its excellent location for exploring Northumberland, proximity to local amenities, and dog-friendly features. The property is well-equipped, with thoughtful touches such as welcome packs and festive decorations. While most reviews are highly positive, some mention minor issues with parking, bed size, door locks, and check-in/check-out times. Overall, guests consistently enjoy their stays and express a desire to return.
The majority of guests found the property very clean and well-presented, with only one review mentioning a musty smell and a bathroom needing minor attention. Most comments highlight cleanliness as a strong point.
The location is frequently praised for its convenience to local shops, pubs, and Northumberland’s attractions. Guests found it ideal for exploring the region, with easy access to beaches and nearby towns.
Guests describe the house as warm, comfortable, and spacious, with cosy furnishings and good bedding. A few noted the double bed in the main room was small or squeaky, but overall comfort is highly rated.
The cottage is well-equipped with modern amenities, a well-stocked kitchen, and reliable WiFi. Some minor issues were noted, such as tight parking, tricky door locks, and occasional maintenance needs (e.g., boiler, bathroom mould), but these did not detract significantly from the overall experience.
Many guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as welcome packs, logs for the fire, and festive decorations. While these gestures are frequently mentioned, it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A gorgeous home from home with a sleek designer feel. Spacious and comfortable, Ashleigh House is your perfect base to explore Northumberland!. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: (3 Steps), Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
Living room 2:
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack.. Rear enclosed garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture, BBQ and chiminea. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There are 2 steps in the garden. There are steep steps to the first floor and steps between rooms.. Ashleigh House is a joyful property resting in the heart of Belford village, set in the stunning surroundings of the Northumberland countryside. With stylish interiors, comfortable and spacious rooms, this cosy abode provides the perfect base for families and their four-legged friends looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Enter the contemporary living room and be greeted by a fabulous wood burner rest your head and snuggle up at the end of an action-packed day and unwind with a movie. Rustle up a hearty meal in the kitchen then enjoy it in the delightful dining area, the perfect place to pop open a bottle of wine and enjoy a good social gathering. Why not head out onto the back terrace? A modern space of decking, slate, stone and lavender, to enjoy some evening sun and sit around the chiminea and enjoy the quiet of the village. Finish off the evening in the second living room, the perfect spot to relax and unwind with a good book. Retire to one of the two bedrooms, designed to give you a restful sleep. The original stairs may be considered steep but not excessively steep. A handrail is provided. There are other small flights of steps between rooms due to the property’s age.
Glorious Belford is often described as ’The Gateway to the Secret Kingdom’ and offers many facilities including shops (newsagents next door), a tearoom, pubs and a golf course with driving range. The picture-postcard, coastal village of Bamburgh, dominated by its majestic fortress and wide expanse of golden, sandy beach is only 5 miles away. The small and friendly market town of Wooler sits at the foot of the Cheviot Hills, a popular destination for those who enjoy cycling, hang-gliding, golf, horse riding and walking, with the challenging route of the St Cuthbert’s Way close by. Chatton Trout Fishery invites amateur anglers to fish, without needing a licence, on a picturesque, 4-acre lake.
Belford is located only a mile from the A1, giving easy access to the elegant Georgian town of Berwick, which straddles the salmon-rich River Tweed to the north. The cobbled market town of Alnwick, protected by its dramatic castle and offering a wide array of amenities, is close by. Alnwick Garden is a popular visitor attraction to see the Grande Cascade Waterfall and dine in the restaurant within the largest tree house in Europe.
Take a trip to the vibrant cities of Newcastle-upon-Tyne or Edinburgh, both only an hour’s drive away, or enjoy the journey by train from Berwick or Alnmouth. Ashleigh House provides a comfortable base from which to explore the Northumbrian countryside, along the Northumberland Heritage Coast, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and the Scottish Borders. Beach 5 miles.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are steps within the property.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Bamburgh Castle
- Haggerston Castle
- Alnwick Castle
Reviews (27)
-
Confirmed Guest
Very good value for money and great location
-
Michael Abel
FIRST IMPRESSIONS WHEN ENTERING PROPERTY VERY MUSTY SMELL AS IF NO ONE HAD BEEN THERE FOR A WHILE COULD NOT OPEN WINDOWS TO LET SOME FRESH AIR IN OLD SASH WINDOWS BOILER NOT WORKING NO HOT WATER DID HAVE TO HAVE A COLD SHOWER THAT NIGHT IF YOU WERE EXPECTING SOMEONE THAT DAY I WOULD HAVE THOUGHT YOU WOULD HAVE CHECKED TO MAKE SURE THINGS WERE WORKING I WAS NOT HAPPY DID NOT THINK I WOULD BE LOOKING TO FIX A BOILER WHEN ON HOLIDAY NO PRESURE IN SYSTEM
-
Lorraine Green
Just had a lovely week here with husband and our two dogs.. cottage is very tastefully decorated and provides everything you need. Due to the size of our car we had to park on the front but that wasn’t a problem. Deli next door is brilliant,used it everyday. Had a short power cut whilst there and owners txted to make sure we were ok. Only minor negative is a king size bed would be brilliant as the bedroom is certainly big enough and we found the front door difficult to unlock. Lovely welcome pack very much appreciated, will certainly be back for another stay next year