Guests say
St Cuthbert's Retreat in Wooler is a charming and quirky cottage, praised for its central location, welcoming hosts, and delightful garden. Guests consistently mention the well-equipped accommodation, thoughtful touches, and dog-friendly atmosphere. The cottage is clean, cosy, and ideally situated for exploring Northumberland. While some found the stairs steep and the beds a little firm, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many appreciating the peaceful setting and proximity to local amenities. Occasional minor issues, such as limited kitchen space and street noise at pub closing time, are noted but do not detract from the overall enjoyment.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as clean, tidy, and well-maintained, with no significant complaints about cleanliness.
The central location on Wooler's High Street is frequently praised for convenience to shops, cafes, and attractions, making it an excellent base for exploring the area.
Guests describe the cottage as cosy and comfortable, with warm interiors and good beds, though a few mention firm mattresses and steep stairs as minor drawbacks.
The cottage is well-equipped with essentials and has a lovely garden. Some guests note limited kitchen space and steep stairs, but overall facilities meet or exceed expectations.
Many guests mention generous welcome packs, homemade treats, and dog-friendly touches. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A hidden gem tucked away, full of nature and greenery. No better place to enjoy some al-fresco dining than in the grounds of St Cuthberts Retreat!.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV
Kitchen/dining room: Freeview TV, Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Shower Room: Double Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack.. Enclosed rear garden with garden furniture. On road parking. No smoking. Please note: There are steps to the garden. There is a large, unfenced pond in the back garden. Pets and children always need to be supervised.. Resting in the popular town of Wooler, on the fringes of the National Park and Cheviot Hills is St Cuthberts Retreat. This charming cottage is ideal for a small family or couple wanting to enjoy a peaceful getaway within easy reach of the rugged hills and rolling countryside of the National Park. The kitchen/dining room is well-equipped with all the appliances you could wish for during your self-catered stay. There are also ground floor facilities which include a good-size double shower room. The sitting room boasts inviting sofas, the ideal place to relax and unwind during an evening in front of the fire with a great book from the owners’ book shop next door or with a film on the TV.
Head upstairs to catch up on rest in one of two spacious bedrooms; a master double and a twin both offer plenty of storage space for your belongings. Make your way to the rear of the property along a short lane to the enclosed rear garden, accessed up steps where you and your and four-legged friends can run freely as you sit out in one of the seating areas overlooking the pond with a glass of wine and enjoy the best of the summer sun.
Known locally as ‘the gateway to The Cheviots’ Wooler is a delightful, historic market town on the banks of the River Till, one of the tributaries of the Tweed, nestling in the foothills of the Cheviots which form part of the Pennine Way. There is a good selection of hotels and eating places to enjoy including The Doddington Milk Bar, which offers an opportunity for you to dine for breakfast and lunch or indulge in one of their array of sweet treats and of course the famous Doddington Dairy ice cream. To the east is the magnificent coastline of Northumberland, which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with great trips to be had to Bamburgh Castle, Holy Island of Lindisfarne, Seahouses harbour, or the birdwatcher’s paradise of The Farne Islands. Situated on the edge of the Northumberland National Park, Wooler is just a short drive away from the historic town of Alnwick with its famous Castle and Gardens, and the well-preserved Garrison town of Berwick-upon-Tweed. Chillingham Castle with its ancient herd of wild white cattle and Coldstream, just over the Scottish border, are also a short drive away.
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 is open water in the property grounds.
Pets need to be supervised.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Haggerston Castle
- Bamburgh Castle
Reviews (28)
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Sandra
We had a great time here. The house is well equipped and comfortable and the welcome pack was excellent, especially the home made scones and jam. Very well located in the middle of the High Street but quiet with a lovely secluded garden. Wooler is fantastic base for visiting all the attractions Northumberland has to offer and has a good range of local shops, pubs and eateries. Parking nearby was not an issue. As others have mentioned the stairs are quite steep and a bit awkward at the top so those with limited mobility should bear this in mind.
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Confirmed Guest
This is a super accommodation (for the price) It is effectively a house but the front room is a book shop. This is separated from the accommodation and having stayed there twice we could not hear any noise from the shop. The stairs are steep in the house so please bear this in mind if you have mobility issues. Although there is no onside parking there are plenty of spaces around the accommodation area. The house is a good base to explore different areas from. One double bed and two single beds make up the sleeping arrangements. The beds are comfortable (subjective to your preferences). The settee and chairs downstairs are comfortable. There are limited board games to play and the tv is small by today's standards and is accessed via Internet which requires log in (as far as we understand) The double room has a larger terrestrial tv.
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Confirmed Guest
Website photos need updating Lovely cottage Amazing bathrooms Downstairs one perfect as we didn't have to struggle with steep stairs for looBeds extremely comfortable tho twin room furniture a bit sparseThe owners are lovely always on hand but never intrusive Beautiful wild garden tho top decking needs repair in parts I would love to return one day