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"Cottage is lovely and cosy, really well equipped."
Great location, so handy for Alnwick town centre, Bamburgh, Holy Island, Seahouses (for boat trips to Farne Islands) Alnmouth - with carpark just a short easy climb down to fabulous beach. The cottage position is really peaceful, and the views over the fields and hills are great. We enjoyed waking up in the morning and seeing cows and their calves over the fence. We had a fabulous week in the cottage.
If going into Alnwick TC, there are several long stay car parks which are free! ( Greenwell Road, B, C and E, Dispensary street, Roxburgh place. We managed to get into Greenwell rd on the Sunday, and Dispensary street during the week when we visited the castle and the gardens. Short stay carparks use a disc payment £1, which are bought from various retailers or pubs, info is on the internet.
Reviewed by JaneMay 2022
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"Good location friendly owner
Kitchen could do with a little more storage and a few hooks for tea towel and hand towel."
Otherwise very good would book again when I visit Northumberland.
Reviewed by ChristineMar 2022
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"Very convenient location for A1 and access to coast and inland."
Quiet, which we liked, good parking space, just right for a couple.
We deceided to come home early as we both tested positive for Covid, so informede the owner, allowed more time for sanitizing before next letting and it was poibntless staying when my wife in particular felt quite ill. We must come back as we were very disppointed to come home on a glorious sunny day.
This is perhaps not all suitable for publicizing, but i am happf for you to select what you wish to use
Reviewed by NigelMar 2022
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"Having read Syke's information and reviews, we were disappointed with this cottage."
Apart from the bathroom, in our view there appeared to have been no investment in the property for some years. The main room was poorly lit, there was a lot of dust in the harder to reach areas eg behind and on top of furniture, curtains etc. The only contact we had with the owner who lived next door was when we phoned him about a drain problem.
The shower was in the bath, there were no grab handles, making access very difficulty for a person with the slightest mobility issues.
Location good, Internet and mobile reception good.
We cannot see how this property justifies a 4 tick rating "Excellent standard throughout".
Reviewed by PhilipMar 2022
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"Comfortable and well equipped cottage in a rural location but within walking distance of Alnwick and ideally situated for exploring the coastal area by car or bus."
Very friendly and helpful owners ensured that our stay was an enjoyable one.
Reviewed by TonyAug 2021
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"Holly Cottage provides ideal accommodation for 2 people and was very quiet and comfortable."
Located just outside Alnwick it's an ideal base from which to explore the Northumbrian coast and we would have no hesitation in recommending it.
Reviewed by RogerJul 2021
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"What a wonderful place in a lovely setting."
The farm owners are friendly and welcoming the stay was that nice we didn't want to leave. Briilant
Reviewed by DavidJul 2021
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"Cottage ideally placed for visiting coastal areas and only short walk to town of Alnwick"
Reviewed by AnnJun 2021
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"Holly Cottage is ideally placed to explore the beauty of North Northumberland."
The cottage is well equipped and furnished. The owner, Andrew is very friendly and helpful, despite him being extremely busy running his 3 farms. The only slight criticism is the lack of any instructions for the various appliances. However most things are straightforward, we didn't use the washing machine, and with Andrew's help we sorted out how the living room heater worked. For any future visitors the switches that control the heat settings are on the right hand side of the heater near the bottom. The bottle of wine on our arrival and the fresh eggs were much appreciated.
Reviewed by DavidJun 2021
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"Cottage was exactly as advertised."
Location was perfect. All the main places were in easy reach without being too far. We enjoyed watching the wildlife from outside the cottage and the inquisitive hens. A perfect place to explore the coast from. Andrew was very knowledgeable and friendly too.
Reviewed by LynnMay 2021
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"Lovely and comfortable cottage."
Sat watching the cattle and the hares grazing. Lots of bird song and variety of birds to watch. Farmer and his family were very friendly.
Reviewed by EuniceMay 2021
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"Cottage very clean, everything you needed, warm, friendly host, 25 minute walk into Alnwick, will stay again, one useful thing needed would be instructions how to use appliances i."
E. Oven
Reviewed by ChristineMay 2021
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"Fantastic cottage with everything you need in a fabulous location"
Reviewed by GrahamMay 2021
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"We did not know what to expect due to Covid restrictions being in force, Sykes website advised us of considerations to take bedding/pillows, food, extra cleaning products etc."
We found this advice helpful. The cottage is situated on a working farm with this causing no issues whatsoever and was interesting to see the harvesting, feeding of cows etc. The cottage is easily accessible to nearby locations and shops, excellent hilly bike rides and walks with Alnwick Gardens and Alnmouth Beach a must to visit. Host left the ploughing of his field to greet us and was very helpful and friendly, we mentioned to him in passing a couple of light bulbs had gone he straight away removed/replaced them. Host did advise due to Covid a number of home comforts such as throws in the living room had had to be removed. Although an electric heater in the living room is fitted we would suggest you take a couple of your own throws as later in the evening the living area became a little chilly around your feet/legs. We would like to mention Carlos excellent fish and chip shop located within the town; and also Lilburn's Restaurant Paikes Lane NE66 1HX - we would suggest you contact the restaurant to make a reservation as again due to Covid they become full quickly. The food is excellent and the ambience in the restaurant has been maintained with very helpful and friendly staff and their control and cleanliness during Covid restrictions being undertaken in a most considerate manner. The only suggestion we could make would be a storage area be made available at the cottage to store/secure bikes safely. Overall a very enjoyable stay in a beautiful part of the Country.
Reviewed by ChrisSep 2020
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"Lovely holiday in this quaint cottage with all amenities perfectly situated for exploring lots of places In Northumberland, Alnwick is beautiful and in walking distance as are so many walks and cycling routes."
First time in this part of the country absolutely stunning, we shall be returning.
Reviewed by KarenAug 2020
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"This particular cottage was in an excellent location for Alnwick, Alnmouth and the coast."
It was quiet most of the time with lovely views over surrounding countryside.
Reviewed by DavidJul 2020
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"We had the most relaxing experience."
Great place for relaxing and the location was great.
Reviewed by GailNov 2019
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"A wonderful location and the owner and family made us very welcome"
Reviewed by JaclynneOct 2019
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"Was not made clear that heating was controlled from adjacent farmhouse where owners lived, so had to rely on times programmed in by owners, although we had fantastic weather so didn’t need the heating that much but in colder weather guests may want to select the heating at their needs, there was an electric fire in the lounge area."
There wasn’t any instruction booklets on how to use appliances such as cooker, washing machine, microwave etc ( I suppose they are self explanatory but some people might not know).
The property was a little cobwebby in places but otherwise clean and tidy.
There wasn’t any instructions on where to leave refuse and recycling for collection.
Overall though we had a fantastic week and were pleased with the property in a great location and these points didn’t in any way detract from our enjoyment of the holiday, they are just observations.
Reviewed by PSep 2019
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"Holly Cottage proved to be a lovely and comfortable base for exploring Alnwick and surrounding area."
We wouldn't hesitate to book again if revisiting the area.
Reviewed by KevinAug 2019
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"The only minor problem we encountered was the fact that no hand soap or washing up liquid was left for our use, meaning we had to do another shop to purchase these fundamental items, otherwise everything was fine."
Reviewed by RayAug 2019
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"Holly Cottage is a comfortable, well-situated property in which to enjoy the peace & quiet of the countryside whilst being a good position to explore the coast, castles & close to the A1 for access to towns & inland attractions."
The cottage itself has just about all one could wish for. Very warm & welcoming.
Reviewed by BettyJun 2019
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"Friendly welcome from Andrew."
. sadly our week was marred by cold , wet , windy weather , but Holly Cottage was a cosy retreat to return to .Well sited for visiting Alnwick.
Reviewed by LynneMay 2019