Warkworth

Rating
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Garden / Patio
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Broadband / WiFi

Mr Harris
March 2020

“Bathroom was found wanting .”

Bath very slippery , shower water intermittently hot and cold . No bathmat for potentially slippery floor . No shaver point either . I recommend a rubber mat is supplied for the bath . Kitchen OK and welcome pack appreciated . Instructions for appliances not very obvious . One rickety dining chair which Tim made valiant efforts to repair , not your fault ! Don’t think the cleaner had used a vacuum cleaner on the carpets : a lot of stuff on the living room carpet when we arrived . Tim dealt ...

Bath very slippery , shower water intermittently hot and cold . No bathmat for potentially slippery floor . No shaver point either . I recommend a rubber mat is supplied for the bath . Kitchen OK and welcome pack appreciated . Instructions for appliances not very obvious . One rickety dining chair which Tim made valiant efforts to repair , not your fault ! Don’t think the cleaner had used a vacuum cleaner on the carpets : a lot of stuff on the living room carpet when we arrived . Tim dealt with our concerns very well .........thank you . Felt it was a pleasant place spoilt by a few details and some poor workmanship .....doors that didn’t shut properly for example . However bed was very clean and comfortable and the pillows better than many hotels I have stayed in . Verdict : good in parts .
Mr Van Den Ende March 2020

“Perfect location, accommodation was exactly as we hoped for.”

very helpful staff
Mr Herrington December 2019

“Dishwasher did not work at all , washing machine only worked after I had turned water to machine”
Mr Pugsley October 2019

“The apartment was lovely, comfortable, warm and felt friendly.”

Tim met us and showed us around. He had left bread, jam, tea, coffee, red and white wine. Such a warm welcome! Tim gave a verbal description of the area, where we could walk to from the apartment and places we could get to in travelling distance. There are loads of leaflets in the apartment for all of the local attractions, so plenty to get you started and plan your break. The apartment was set out well, the bedroom spacious, the bed comfy and the bathroom immaculate. The kitchen had everything we needed, and was set out well. The cooker was lovely and modern with an induction hob, which I have never used before. I was quite jealous by the time I left. It was added to my wish list! The apartment sits in a gated courtyard, which is really pretty and right off the main shopping areas. So easy to access and yet still quiet. Free parking can be accessed at the top of the steps near the job centre, but these are literally on your doorstep, just at the top of a set of steps adjacent to the apartments. If you are parked in the job centre car park, you access the steps via an alleyway in the very left hand corner near the old corn exchange. We would thoroughly recommend this apartment, it was beautiful, clean, warm, central and exactly what we needed. Thank you Tim.
Mrs Obrien July 2019

“Tim very helpful, location excellent, nice apartment and courtyard ...”

Tim very helpful, location excellent, nice apartment and courtyard Only negative issue is the carpet grippers in the bedroom and bathroom, as you can feel the grippers stick in your feet if you are bate footed Doors need attention throughout as do not close properly These are minor things, but in general very happy with accomodation
Mrs Smith July 2019

“We met Tim for the key in the local Co-op and he directed us to it – had it not been for him I doubt we would have found it.”

We'd tried to find it on Google Maps but it wasn't obvious where it was. It is an interesting small property that is in what looked like a purpose built block up an alleyway off the main street. First impression was that it was very clean and had most of what we would look for in a holiday let; King size bed, WiFi but sadly no dedicated parking but more of that later. There was a welcome pack that included wine, bread & milk and some tea, coffee and sugar. Sadly no butter. There is a dishwasher and washing machine/dryer but no detergents supplied. What was also surprising was that there was no Welcome Property Folder so we had no details of how to use the equipment, what the fire arrangements were, what to do with rubbish or what the WiFi key was. Fortunately the WiFi hub was in the lounge and the key was on the reverse. We later found some instruction books in one of the kitchen cupboards but nothing for the washing machine – had to work that one out for ourselves. The dishwasher proved to be superfluous as there was really only enough crockery & cutlery for 2 so had to be washed as used. Sadly there was no cafetière or tea pot so we were restricted to instant coffee and teabags. Accommodation was well proportioned, lounge/dining, separate kitchen, good sized bedroom, (very comfy bed), and bathroom with separate cupboards in the hall and on the landing area for coats & clothes (could have done with a few more coat hangers but what was supplied were good quality). The over bath shower was very good although there was no bath mat for over bath shower which it really needed as bath didn't appear to be non slip. The lounge only has a 2 seater settee which was unfortunately stained, and there was a smell of 'dog' on the throw on the back of it, (something that is unfortunately inevitable if pets are allowed). Saw Tim again mid-week and asked him a few things and he answered all our questions and basically said if we needed anything, (including additional toilet rolls), we just had to ask. Nice chap and he did do everything we asked for. In summary this was a good property for us despite the little niggles. It is in the centre of town with all amenities on your doorstep. Access off the alley was through a private gateway that was security coded so it felt quite safe. Free parking is available off site a short walk away. It is not secure but we had no problems. And in conclusion if we were to return to Alnwick then we would certainly consider staying here again.
Mrs Marsh June 2019

“No point having a dishwasher if there are only 2 of everything!”

Shower difficult to get the right temperature as it runs on bath taps. Flat very central, spacious for two, close to car parking. Clean and comfortable.
Mr Nelson April 2019

“Very clean, helpful supervisor and gr8 location.”

Outside space and wine and groceries was a lovely touch. However, it lacks a few amenities that would make it more comfortable. Another couch, teapot, more cups...and some doors didn't stay shut. We would return.
Mr Lester March 2019

“Tim the caretaker was very informative.”

Great central position. Marvellous welcome pack. Stylish apartment.
Mrs Ruffell February 2019

“The welcome pack & support from local contact were outstanding”
Mrs Nichols December 2018

“From arriving till we left was fab Welcome pack was excellent for us and our dog Freddie had his own welcome gift The accomadation couldnt of been any better.”

And the person who welcomed us was very pleasant.
Ms Jungnitz November 2018

“Fantastic location.”

Warm and cosy. The manager Tim is very friendly and welcoming and the flat is spotlessly clean. A great team managing these apartments who are accommodating and very helpful. Thank you.
Mrs Smith October 2018

“Warkworth is a lovely cottage, felt comfortable and secure there throughout.”

The caretaker was extremely helpful and the welcome pack was lovely. Very central location, parking is a bit of a challenge as there's no designated parking for the property but the car park was free although at the top of steps and quite busy during the day - we always got parked though. Alnwick is a lovely town with lots of lovely places to eat out. Would love to go back and explore the area further.
Mr Kelly August 2018

“The cottage was in a great central location and thought it was overall good value.”
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Old Bondgate Art Gallery Buildings

A group of charming apartments situated in the centre of the historic market town on Alnwick. Promising a homely stay in a notable part of Northumberland. Whether you are planning a romantic trip or a relaxing holiday, each retreat makes a delightful base to return to with your loved ones. Spend many evenings in the lounge/diner, perfectly suited for some quiet time reflecting on your adventures and planning those to come. The well-equipped kitchen has a classic design where those appetising meals can be prepared at ease, from sunrise through to sunset. The next floor boasts a comfortable super king-size double bedroom with zip/link facilities, complete with storage facilities and a sense of charm, close to a spacious bathroom, complimented by an all-white suite. Built in the old Bondgate Art Gallery with its quaint nooks and crannies, you can enjoy some downtime on the collection of benches that are scattered in the front courtyard, and take in the wonderful location. This building is at the bottom of the ancient steps leading to the former corn exchange building. There is a free car park. You are within 50 yards of a first class pet shop and 150 yards from the 5-star fish and chip restaurant Carlos (a must visit!). Alnwick offers a good selection of shops, pubs and places to eat and there is plenty to see and do, with miles of golden sandy beaches, boat trips to the famous Farne Islands, all available nearby. Alnwick castle and gardens are within walking distance and the town's remains are dominated by Alnwick Castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland, and the Castle Gardens, with Europe's largest cascading water feature; certainly worth a visit. If you want a comfortable central location in Alnwick, you have it here!

The property

This cosy cottage is situated in the village of Alnwick, a historic market town with a collection of castles and scenic boat trips to enjoy all-year-round.

Upon entering the retreat, you will feel right at home in the wonderful lounge, a stylish place to snuggle up on the sofa in front of the TV, or a peaceful spot to enjoy a delicious meal after the sun goes down.

The kitchen lies close by hosting a range of appliances to ensure you have those essentials on hand from one day to the next.

After a long afternoon, the king-size bedroom will become a peaceful haven to unwind, co-ordinated with quality furnishings, and neighbored by a charm-filled bathroom.

Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 964382, 964461, 964462, 964464, 964465, together they can sleep up to 12 people.

Summary

One king-size double bedroom
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen
Lounge/diner with woodburner effect fire.
Gas central heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer, TV with Freeview, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Public parking nearby
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry no smoking
Shop and pub 2 minute walk.

About the location

ALNWICK

Alnmouth 4 miles; Bamburgh 15 miles; Rothbury 10 miles.

The attractive and historic market town of Alnwick is dominated by Alnwick Castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland. The Castle Gardens, opened in 2002, are home to Europe's largest cascading water feature, a fabulous (and enormous) treehouse, a delightful rose garden and a beautiful, walled ornamental garden, which will delight novice and experienced gardeners alike. The castle is also famous as the setting for Hogwarts School featured in the Harry Potter films! The town's narrow streets have seen little change since the days when the London to Edinburgh stage coach passed through and the Market Place, with its stone cross, is still the central feature and the ideal venue for the weekly Saturday market. Alnwick offers a good selection of shops, pubs and places to eat and there is plenty to see and do, with miles of golden sandy beaches, numerous castles and boat trips to the famous Farne Islands all available nearby. Altogether a superb location for exploring Northumberland and its stunning Heritage Coastline.

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Northumberland Cottages

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Warkworth

Alnwick, Northumberland (Ref. 964459)

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Features

“Bathroom was found wanting .”

“Perfect location, accommodation was exactly as we hoped for.”

“Dishwasher did not work at all , washing machine only worked after I had turned water to machine”

“The apartment was lovely, comfortable, warm and felt friendly.”

“Tim very helpful, location excellent, nice apartment and courtyard ...”

“We met Tim for the key in the local Co-op and he directed us to it – had it not been for him I doubt we would have found it.”

“No point having a dishwasher if there are only 2 of everything!”

“Very clean, helpful supervisor and gr8 location.”

“Tim the caretaker was very informative.”

“The welcome pack & support from local contact were outstanding”

“From arriving till we left was fab Welcome pack was excellent for us and our dog Freddie had his own welcome gift The accomadation couldnt of been any better.”

“Fantastic location.”

“Warkworth is a lovely cottage, felt comfortable and secure there throughout.”

“The cottage was in a great central location and thought it was overall good value.”