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Five Bells Cottage

(Ref. 1122041)

Alnmouth, Northumberland Show on map

4.9

Sykes rating

  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets: No

What you’ll love

  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Seaside
  • Broadband / WiFi

What guests have said

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  • cottage (16)
  • parking (11)
  • lovely (11)
  • well (10)
  • alnmouth (9)
  • clean (8)

21 Customer Reviews

  • "We have stayed here before and it's perfect for us."

    Everything is good about it. Always clean and thank you for the biscuits and beer etc much appreciated. This break was what we needed as I am recovering from cancer. And has definitely put me in a better place with myself and hubby. Will definitely be booking again.

    Reviewed by Christine5.0★Jun 2025

  • "It was lovely to go back to a cottage we'd stayed in before, some years ago and to find it completely modernized so tastefully."

    It's in the best location in Alnmouth and we were so pleased that we could come by train, avoid all the parking dilemmas and buy and eat locally. All the cottage facilities were excellent. A real top rating from us!

    Reviewed by M5.0★Jun 2025

  • "We have been holidaying in Alnmouth for over 30 years and stayed at several establishments but this little gem is by far the best."

    Perfect for 2 people, very comfortable, clean and well maintained. Situated on Northumberland street next to the Puffin store/post office, across from an amazing deli called Scott’s, plus the Hope & Anchor pub run by Tracy, always very welcoming & hearty meals. This is an ideal base for discovering the coastal path’s & countryside walks. We travel here by train, as Alnmouth station is one mile walk away, parking can be a bit of a challenge sometimes. Thanks 5 Bells for our welcome treats, we will be back next year.

    Reviewed by David5.0★May 2025

  • "The cottage was very confortable and very well equiped, the accommodation was very good value when compared to local Inns accommodation."

    The only downside was the lack of car parking, however, I would imagine that would be applicable to a lot of holiday lets in Alnmouth. That said, it wouldn’t stop us going back.

    Reviewed by Nicholas4.1★May 2025

  • "Wonderful cottage with everything we needed."

    Alnmouth is a lovely village. The parking was a bit of a struggle but can’t be helped

    Reviewed by Jasmine5.0★May 2025

  • "A lovely clean cottage."

    Very central for everything. Every comfort you needed was there. We look forward to returning in the future.

    Reviewed by Christopher5.0★Apr 2025

  • "A great wee base from which to explore the area."

    The cottage was clean, very cosy and had all the facilities needed for a relaxing stay. Highly recommended. Note that there is no parking in the lane outside the cottage but I was always able to get a space on Northumberland Street.

    Reviewed by Iain5.0★Apr 2025

  • "Very much enjoyed the stay at Five Bells."

    The cottage was well kept and tidy. Some excellent pubs and cafes for eating out. Good food at the Sun Inn. Some interesting food and very good coffee at Scott's deli across the road. A perfect location for a quiet break.

    Reviewed by Peter5.0★Apr 2025

  • "Great cottage, really well equipped, in a lovely village that offers everything."

    Was difficult to keep the lounge warm during the cold weather and over new year parking was more of a challenge than was suggested in the property information.

    Reviewed by Philip4.1★Dec 2024

  • "A comfortable stay."

    Locality to amenities is good. Just one suggestion & that is maybe a choice of pillow, medium/ firm

    Reviewed by Linda4.7★Nov 2024

  • "Gorgeous comfortable cottage very close to all amenities."

    Perfect

    Reviewed by Jane5.0★Oct 2024

  • "Lovely property and kind gestures on our arrival."

    In the heart of Alnmouth, so perfect for a car-free seaside holiday

    Reviewed by Kate5.0★Sep 2024

  • "Ideally located and very well equipped."

    Reviewed by Andrew5.0★Aug 2024

  • "Beautiful well equipped cottage ."

    Only gripe was lack of parking but not the owners fault . Would 100% stay here again . Lovely welcome pack . Could literally just walk in and make a cuppa . Alnmouth is a beautiful place we stay in the village at least once a year .

    Reviewed by Vivienne5.0★Jul 2024

  • "Gorgeous cottage with everything you could need for a perfect holiday!"

    Thank you!

    Reviewed by Laura5.0★Jun 2024

  • "We had a very comfy stay at 5 Bells Cottage, it was very clean and well maintained."

    It was handy for shops pubs and restaurants.

    Reviewed by Catherine5.0★Jun 2024

  • "The cottage is listed as "pet free but past pets may have been had"."

    We found dog hairs on the carpet and a dog bowl under the sink. Also the join between the seats on the sofa was full of old crumbs etc and could do with a good clean. The bed is extremely large and creaks when you turn over. Maybe a smaller bed frame would be more beneficial in that room. The parking could do with sorting out as lots of cars go up and down that little roadway for parking further down, or even a pre-paid spot at one of the pubs so that you can get a parking spot without having to drive numerous times around the village. Other than that the cottage was excellent for a stay. Alnmouth is beautiful and we've loved it for years. Unfortunately due to the above it's doubtful we will return to this lovely cottage which is a shame as the location and facilities etc is perfect

    Reviewed by Helen4.7★Dec 2023

  • "I don’t think the listing does the place justice."

    The cottage is fabulous, extremely clean and comfy and well stocked ( especially kitchen ) Bathroom has a lovely shower and heated floors. Very comfy bed and a cot was placed in our bedroom upon request. Cottage right in heart of Alnmouth and although no parking bay, we managed to obtain free parking very close by on every occasion. Would certainly recommend this cottage.

    Reviewed by Alec4.7★Dec 2023

  • "Lovely cosy cottage with nice locally sourced treats to welcome us, thank you."

    Reviewed by Lucy5.0★Dec 2023

  • "We thought Five Bells was a delightful cottage, ideally located for exploring the coast and surrounding area."

    The cottage itself was very well equipped - the owners had thought of (almost) everything. We weren’t expecting a roll of kitchen towel and we were told by Sykes to bring our own tea towel, but this was also supplied. The Nespresso machine along with capsules was a lovely touch. We were also greeted with a box of shortbread, milk and two bottles of beer. The only omission is that the cottage does not have its own recycling bin, but when I spoke to a neighbour about this she kindly said we could use hers. Incidentally Alnmouth does not recycle glass so you will need to take this home or drive to a recycling bank. The bed was very comfortable and the shower was amazing. We couldn’t fault the cleanliness of the whole cottage. A previous reviewer mentioned the parking and this is definitely something guests who are thinking about staying at Five Bells should consider. The cottage itself has no parking and we had to park illegally upon our arrival to unload. My partner then drove off to find somewhere to park and was some distance away. This didn’t bother us as we are active people but might be an issue for some. Alnmouth is a very popular place and parking is at a premium. When we had days where we used the car we made sure to stay out until between 5 and 6 pm to have a better chance of getting re-parked, which we always managed, but only just on one night. We did not dine in the Indian Restaurant in Alnmouth, as the night we thought about it, the restaurant was completely empty (never a good sign) and upon checking the reviews they were not good. We can highly recommend Mumbai in Alnwick - very reasonably priced and fantastic food.

    Reviewed by Deborah5.0★Aug 2023

  • "We had a lovely 5 night stay in this comfortable and very well equipped cottage."

    It truly exceeded our expectations . It was spotlessly clean , freshly decorated and warm during a cold spell.The bed and pillows were especially comfortable and the shower is very good. We appreciated the milk and beers in the fridge and the Nespresso coffee pods. Thank you. We had everything we needed, apart from small things like salt ( now supplied) , a vegetable peeler and a bath mat. The cottage is in a fabulous location on a quiet cobbled lane but very close to a beautiful beach, a handy shop and good pubs etc. Parking was ok for us , but might possibly be tricky during busier times. We’d definitely stay again if we were fortunate enough to be in this wonderful part of the country. We did think that the access and evacuation times set by Sykes were a bit unreasonable post Covid. Christine & Gerry

    Reviewed by Christine5.0★Apr 2023

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Your stay at a glance

  • One king-size bedroom
  • Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Sitting/dining room with electric fire stove, coffee tables converts to a dining table
  • Gas heating with electric fire stove
  • Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge with small freezer compartment, Nespresso Vertuo coffee machine
  • washing machine, dishwasher
  • TV, Netflix, iPlayer, Chromecast, DVD player, Wifi.
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair and travel cot available on request
  • On-road parking a short walk from the property
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.1 miles
  • Note: This is a no dog property, however, dogs have been accepted in the past, so if you have allergies we cannot guarantee the property is 'pet-free'

The property

Five Bells Cottage is a couple’s retreat resting in Alnmouth, Northumberland, within easy reach of local attractions and amenities.

Be welcomed into a quaint living room, where pale green walls add a contemporary feel to this space, where you will be able to snuggle up with your significant other and catch up on your favourite TV shows or enjoy a romantic meal for two.

With a lovely cottage feel, the kitchen is a great spot for cooking together, with ample amenities and pale green furniture matched with tasteful multi-coloured tiles.

As the evening wears on the spacious bathroom houses both a contemporary shower and a bath, and you can cosy up for the night in the tastefully furnished king-size bedroom.

Alnmouth is a fantastic location boasting a wonderful beach for you to enjoy a romantic stroll through the salty air, as well as many quaint eateries, the Old School Art gallery and England’s Oldest 9 Hole Links Golf course.

From here you will be able to visit the castle ruins at Warkworth, as well as another lovely beach, or head over to the historic market town of Alnwick, where there is another magnificent castle, riverside walks and many eateries, independent shops and pubs for you to enjoy.

Fall in love with the seaside of Northumberland with a stay at Five Bells Cottage.

Where you’ll be staying

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ALNMOUTH

Alnwick 4 miles.

Situated just 4 miles east of Alnwick, Alnmouth is a charming resort popular with golfers and those seeking a peaceful holiday. The village lies on a narrow spit of land between the River Aln and the North Sea and was originally the port for Alnwick. Nowadays the area has returned to its unspoilt origins and offers a good variety of shops, pubs and restaurants as well as an excellent “links” golf course and some great rivers for fishing, as well as boasting miles and miles of splendid beaches and sand dunes to explore which afford stunning views of the North Sea. A short drive will bring you to Alnwick with its famous historic castle, The Alnwick Garden housing the Poison Garden which runs guided tours through dangerous botanicals and a variety of pubs and restaurants. Alnmouth is well situated for exploring Northumberland.

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Note: This is a no dog property, however, dogs have been accepted in the past, so if you have allergies we cannot guarantee the property is 'pet-free'

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas
Flexible cancellation terms

If you cancel before 12 noon , get all of your money back:

  • Rent
  • Extras
  • Fees

excluding the Flexible Cancellation fee and any insurance premium.

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