The Old Telephone Exchange
ID: S1328474
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
The Old Telephone Exchange is a charming and well-equipped cottage, ideal for couples seeking a comfortable base in Rothbury. Guests consistently praise its cleanliness, thoughtful amenities, and excellent location within easy reach of local shops, pubs, and scenic walks. The cottage is cosy and quiet, with comfortable beds and a well-stocked kitchen. While parking can be tight and some mention limited natural light, the overall experience is highly positive, making it a popular choice for exploring the area.
Guests frequently highlight the cottage's high standard of cleanliness, describing it as very clean, tidy, and well maintained throughout their stay.
The property is praised for its excellent location, being close to Rothbury's main street, local amenities, and offering easy access to both countryside and coast.
Most guests find the cottage cosy and comfortable, with good beds and a quiet atmosphere. A minor issue was noted with one bed causing a sore neck.
The cottage is described as very well equipped, with ample cookware, utensils, and thoughtful design. Some mention a cluttered living room and occasional dampness in the bathroom.
There are no specific mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
Nestled in the historic market town of Rothbury, this cottage is a great base for walkers, cyclists or those wishing to explore Northumberland..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 40" Freeview Smart TV, Electric Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: (1 Step), Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: P-Shaped Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Galleried, Double (4ft 6in) Bed.
Gas central heating (underfloor in bathroom), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: No children.. This contemporary style holiday home is ideal for couples, set in the centre of this pretty, historic, small market town of Rothbury. Once the old telephone exchange for the area, this stone built, semi-detached cottage now offers comfortable and stylish living accommodation for four guests, using modern interior colours, renovated throughout in 2018. Only a 2-minute walk to a choice of pubs, most serving food and a couple of restaurants and tea rooms.
Cyclists will love that the Sandstone Way Cycle Path runs outside, down from the Scottish Borders to the Peak District, and the cottage provides a space for you to store your bikes. The location is ideal as you can leave your car behind and enjoy the local facilities and indeed, take a walk right from the door up the Simonside Hills. Rothbury is only 12 miles from Alnwick making a day trip to the historic town to see the castle, gardens and cobbled streets a short journey away. It is less than a mile to Cragside House and Gardens which sits on the edge of the village, a marvellous National Trust site with something for all ages. No trip to Northumberland would be complete without a day trip up to the Northumbrian Heritage Coast, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, where miles of sandy beaches and historic castles await. Or travel over to Hadrian’s Wall and explore the remains of the Roman Forts, the wall itself or visit The Sill. Of course Northumberland also has the fabulous highly acclaimed Dark Sky Park around Kielder, all within easy reach of Rothbury. This friendly and diverse county has been voted ’The best county to visit’ in the 2018 British Travel Awards and you can be sure of a warm welcome around the county. Beach 19¾ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 175 yards.
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.
No children or babies allowed.
Nearby points of interest
- Northumberland Country Zoo
- Alnwick Castle
Reviews (11)
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Confirmed Guest
A lovely, very well equipped holiday cottage.
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Andy
Late booking for a long weekend. Communication was great as was the accommodation and the village of Rothbury. The Old Telephone Exchange is only a few yards walk to the village main street and it's pubs and shops yet quiet enough to feel undisturbed. Thoroughly recommended.
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Confirmed Guest
Very well equipped, tidy and clean. Ideal for 2 adults. Good situation, plenty to do within 1/2 hour of car journey, or walk from the doorstep. Only drawback was the narrow parking area, but plenty available in the street.