Guests say
Rothbury Cottage is praised for its cleanliness, spaciousness, and prime location in Morpeth, offering easy access to local attractions and amenities. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable furnishings, and the quiet, cosy atmosphere. The property is ideal for both relaxing and exploring the Northumberland countryside and coastline.
Guests consistently mention the exceptional cleanliness of the cottage, describing it as spotless and well-maintained.
The cottage's location is highly regarded for its proximity to local shops, restaurants, and attractions like Cragside, with easy access to walks and the Northumberland countryside.
Reviews highlight the comfortable beds and cosy atmosphere, though one guest suggested a larger TV would enhance the comfort for families with children.
The property is well-furnished and equipped with essentials for self-catering, including a variety of entertainment options. However, a mention of a smelly mop and the absence of a coffee machine suggest minor room for improvement.
While the reviews indicate a well-equipped property with plenty of amenities, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would fall under the category of thoughtfulness.
About this property
A homely cottage in the heart of Rothbury, perfect for strolling on an evening to one of the many eating places, ideally located for exploring the whole of the glorious county..
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: TV, Freesat, Patio Doors Leading To Garden
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Bunk (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet, Shower Seat.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen and towels. Travel cot. Wi-Fi included. . Back garden with courtyard and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Rothbury Cottage sits in the heart of the village in a small cul-de-sac in a quiet location only two minutes’ walk from pubs, cafés and restaurants in this pretty historic market town. With a wrap around cottage style garden and south facing private patio to sit and enjoy your morning cup of tea or an evening drink.
The Rothbury Cottage is ideal for families, friends and couples to spend quality time in the wonderful part of Northumberland. Known as the gateway to Coquetdale and surrounded by the Simonside Hills, the community spirit is evident within this peaceful town. Popular with locals as well as visitors there are some lovely bespoke shops as well as an award-winning butcher and selection of bakeries and deli’s. The Simonside Hills are ideal for the serious walkers or a gentle stroll along the River Coquet is perfect for those wanting a more relaxing holiday.
Rothbury is set along the River Coquet where you can fish for salmon and trout. The golf course is just over the bridge should you be a keen golfer. You will enjoy some time spent at Cragside a wonderful NT property packed full of quirky inventions with stunning gardens in spring and summer, the first house to be powered by hydro-electricity. Parking is free in Rothbury, but with the perfect location of the cottage, you can leave the car behind and walk all over to explore enjoying lunches or evening meals in the local hostelries. A few miles drive will take you over to Alnwick, home to the Duke of Northumberland where he resides in the famous castle which is open to the public and was used in some Harry Potter and Downton Abbey scenes.
A day trip over to the Northumberland National Park is well worth the effort in any season and Kielder Water Riverside has plenty of stopping-off picnic areas for the family. Northumberland Heritage Coastline makes for a wonderful day out where you can explore up and down the coastline taking in historic castles and some unspoilt golden beaches. Beach 18 miles.
Free WiFi
Nearby points of interest
- Northumberland Country Zoo
- Alnwick Castle
Reviews (12)
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Confirmed Guest
Really enjoyed our stay here and hope to return. Comfy beds. 1 minute walk from the highstreet but is quiet with handy parking. Lovely river walks too. Short walk to Co-op, also La Mensa, and fish & chip shop, would highly recommend both. Short drive to the amazing Cragside where we went multiple times!
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Confirmed Guest
Fabulous accommodation in great location. Very well equipped. Cosy and comfortable
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Lynn
A definite home from home. Everything we needed to self cater for the week. Location, in centre of Rothbury and minutes from shops, pubs & restaurants, was perfect for what we wanted; exploring the area. NT Cragside was 5 mins away, NT Wallington 20 mins, Alnwick (castle & gardens) 30 mins, Bamburgh castle and the stunning Northumberland Coastline only 45 mins. We ran out of days well before things to do, so well just have to come back. And this lovely cottage will be our first choice