Old Stable Cottage

20 Customer Reviews

• "Whilst the cottage met our requirements and we enjoyed our stay in Alnmouth several key points let this cottage down."

  It has become noticeably unloved since our first visit. The furniture has become uncomfortable- mattressess and one of the sofas are very saggy/lumpy. The downstairs bathroom is constantly freezing as the window is locked open and constantly lets in a draft even with the heating on full blast. It makes for a rather chilly and fast shower which is not pleasant! The fan in the en-suite upstairs doesn't work and I'm sure we reported it broken on our last visit in 2022 and has still not been repaired. At the moment there is significant building work immediately opposite the cottage and this has removed most of the available parking for this cottage and the one immediately in front. The builders turn up at 08:00 and have the radio blaring so there is no chance of a lie in or quiet breakfast. Getting a vehicle in and turned around is very difficult, not helped by builders and indeed random people from other cottages coming and stealing the space often means you are relegated to finding a space on the road - which is infuriating when you specifically choose a property with a parking space as parking in Alnmouth is scarce at times. This information should be stated in a more prominent place on the listing as it significantly impacts the leisure and quiet time of our holiday. The listing says the building work will finish in March 2024 but during our week in mid-April they were only just fitting the roof. Cleanliness of the property is poor - cobwebs in numerous places and under the mattresses when you move them to adjust the sheets etc are filthy with dust and fluff. Spilled tea (I hope) stains on the back of upstairs bedroom door. Windows are absolutely filthy. Kitchen has broken utensils, inside the draws are grubby at the bottom and generally needs a restock of glasses etc - there wasn't even a frying pan provided! The welcome pack consists of 2 tea bags and some cartons of UHT milk. There was no soap in either of the bathrooms and only a dribble of washing up liquid left. When you arrive the clocks weren't even showing the right time and/or battery flat, the internet wasn't working as it had been unplugged and it took us ages to find the router - it just makes it feel like no one cares about the place or first impressions for your visit. We booked this cottage on the hope some of the previous feedback has been actioned but sadly no improvements have been made to the property in 2 years. We will not be returning to this property again, which is very sad as we have had some lovely trips there in the past.

  Reviewed by Richard1.6★Apr 2024

• "The inside of the property is reasonably comfortable however be warned that the outside is currently part of a building site!"

  The woodburner needs thoroughly cleaned as wood would not burn even with a number of firelighters (not supplied). As previously reported, there was no welcome pack, only 3 table spoons and only the remnants of toilet roll in each bathroom. As this is being reported for the 2nd time, perhaps the owner will take notice.

  Reviewed by Barbara2.5★Mar 2024

• "We were disappointed with the lack of the following- 1."

  No welcome pack -not even some milk after a long drive 2. Badly equipped kitchen (only three dessert spoons and one sauce pan)! 3. No DVD/Blu ray player as specified in description plus broken TV remote 4. No bulbs in some of the lamps 5. No details of bin days/ how to leave cottage on the last day 6. No warning that the downstairs shower was scalding, plumber appeared on Wednesday 7. Very little toilet roll Note- I also had to remove rotting prawns from the bottom of the bin as the bin bag had been placed on top. On the whole the cottage with its poor furniture and cleanliness issues did not feel very welcoming. Its only saving grace was its comfortable bed and good location. This is a three star property at best.

  Reviewed by Robert1.9★Mar 2024

• "Minor details let the property down slightly, for example the light in the entrance hall was not working, we would have liked a broom or hoover so that we could clean up the sand and dust while we there and before we left."

  There were no table mats for the dining table, so we used magazines instead

  Reviewed by Stuart4.7★Sep 2023

• "This is a lovely slightly quirky cottage I loved it."

  Brilliant location in a super coastal village, 5 minutes walk to the beach is a treat. 2 excellent restaurants as well as some useful small shops. Only suggestion is that it should be made clear that the downstairs bedroom and bathroom are separated by the lounge! Otherwise it was all great and I would definitely come again. Owners were lovely and very helpful which was a bonus.

  Reviewed by Pat5.0★Jun 2023

• "Lovely property in ideal location for local facilities."

  Reviewed by Lisa3.8★May 2023

• "Having stayed in this property previously we were quite disappointed this recent visit was not as comfortable and before."

  The heating did not work in the bedrooms which meant we all had to sleep in the cold, which was particularly uncomfortable for my elderly father! This was reported to the Alnmouth office but nothing was done to rectify this issue. The lack of heating in the bedrooms resulted in them smelling fusty due to the big patches of mold on the windows and the rooms feeling damp which was not pleasant. February isn’t a good time of year to leave the windows open to get rid of the fusty smell and damp when the heating doesn’t work! The neighbours dog seemed to just be allowed to roam the yard whenever they wanted which resulted in them going to the toilet and then their mess not being picked up.

  Old Stable Cottage is now in its thirteenth year of being rented as a holiday let and each year we have invested be it stand alone bath, new en suite , new kitchen etc we have never rested on our laurels always looking to improve. I am very disappointed in the remarks above as the central heating system is in perfect working order in fact a brand new Worcester boiler was only fitted in March 2022. The heating is in perfect working order there has never been any mold in the property and definitely no fusty smell or damp. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Angela2.5★Feb 2023

• "A very comfortable, spacious and well-equipped property in a quiet location, but close to village amenities."

  An ideal base for exploring the coast.

  Mar 2022

• "We absolutely loved our stay at Old Stables Cottage."

  The Cottage had everything we could possible need, comfy beds, lovely log burner. We cant wait to return next year.

  Nov 2021

• "Excellent location."

  Property is a nice size. Stayed in Almouth previously and this property would be our first choice now. Kitchen is well stocked, even a slow cooker. TV in bedroom as well.

  Dec 2018

• "Excellent accommodation, clean, well laid out, everything you might need was provided."

  Sep 2018

• "Accommodation comfortable and spacious."

  Well equipped. Two parking spaces worth their weight in gold.

  Aug 2018

• "Conveniently planned for a three-generation holiday, and provided with parking spaces."

  Aug 2018

• "Great location, off road parking, well equipped and comfortable."

  Aug 2018

• "Pleasant cottage with everything provided that you may need."

  Big pluses for us were dog friendliness of Cottage, Alnmouth, parking spaces and quiet location in town near beaches. Also beds were comfortable and Wi-Fi was a bonus.

  Jul 2018

• "A lovely cottage with parking which is a bonus in Alnmouth."

  Jun 2018

• "So peaceful and quiet with everything you would need."

  Apr 2018

• "Very nice cottage."

  Well appointed and comfortable. Great location.

  Apr 2018

• "Spacious, warm and comfortable, with a good layout, we both thought you could easily live in it permanently."

  Great position for walking locally, whether along the coast or river, or just for food and a pint in one of the many dog friendly pubs. You can spend entire days without using a car or use the excellent and quiet local roads to explore further.

  Mar 2018

• "The cottage was very well appointed and in a very quiet location."

  Dog friendly stone floor which made cleaning up after them easy. Highly recommended.

  Jan 2018

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