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The Olde Stables

(Ref. 970815)

Warkworth, Northumberland Show on map

4.9

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets No

Features

  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Seaside
  • Broadband / WiFi

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56 Customer Reviews

  • "A fabulous stay again in an excellent cottage."

    We have stayed here 3 times before and will be back again. I wouldn’t stay anywhere else in Northumberland. The cottage is very high spec and in a lovely village. It is very clean with comfy beds and very good shower. A great holiday!

    Reviewed by Jackie5.0Oct 2024

  • "Excellent accommodation great stay& great customer service from Sykes 10/10"

    Reviewed by Stephen4.7Oct 2024

  • "An outstanding property in a beautiful location."

    Without doubt one of the best if not the best, we have ever stayed in. Thank you Russell & Tracey

    Reviewed by Mark5.0Sep 2024

  • "Cannot fault this property."

    Beautiful setting. So well furnished and equipped. Lots of information about the local area which was useful. Lovely welcome pack. Would love to go back in the future. A very relaxing week!

    Reviewed by David5.0Jul 2024

  • "The cottage was one of the best we have stayed in."

    The cleanliness, decor and comfort was outstanding. Plus the location of the cottage was spot on. We loved everything about the cottage and couldn’t fault anything. Warkworth is a beautiful village, with a great selection of pubs/restaurants and the parking was very easy in the free spaces. We would highly recommend this cottage.

    Reviewed by Joanne5.0Apr 2024

  • "Our stay was just lovely."

    The cottage was extremely well presented, comfortable and was spotless. We met the owners, when we couldn't turn the oven on and they arrived within minutes to sort us out! It was a really pleasant and restful break.

    Reviewed by Frances5.0Jul 2023

  • "We truly enjoyed staying in this cosy cottage where everything was considered."

    I would like the idea of going back again and I have no hesitation in recommending it to other people.

    Reviewed by John5.0Apr 2023

  • "Our 2nd stay in this wonderful cottage."

    Tracey & Russ are such a lovely couple and have made this a beautiful home you just don't want to leave. I Just love this village and the surrounding area. The Masons Arms does the most wonderful Meat pie with homemade chips

    Reviewed by Mandy5.0Mar 2023

  • "An excellent, comfortable cottage in a perfect location."

    We had a great time. Michael Bartholomew

    Reviewed by Michael5.0Nov 2022

  • "Great cottage and in excellent position for Northumberland coast."

    Has all the comforts and extras you would expect. Very clean and lovely decor. Will be back!

    Reviewed by Jackie5.0Oct 2022

  • "Fantastic week spent at the The Olde Stables saw this property the year before whilst out walking coastal path looked tempting so booked,Really glad we did everything has been thought about lovely welcome pack on arrival."

    The beds and the whole cottage super comfortable 15 min walk and your on a stunning beach very convenient for days out to all local places.The kitchen was fully equipped if you like cooking even electric steamer and slow cooker left in property which we loved after a long days walking and exploring,been to Northumberland many times. Lots of books and information left in property for those wetter days nights plenty of games to keep you amused.lovely hot powerful shower in main bath room couldn’t fault anything my only concern before we went was no on site parking but the maket place is only a stones throw away plenty of nice size spaces for larger vehicles and we always managed to get a space on our evening return failing that plenty of nearby street parking obviously on a first come first served but don’t let the parking put you off.Would highly recommend some nice local eateries in village but everyone has a different opinion on whats good and not so good when eating out.All in all a well kept and maintained property keep up the good work nice to find such a lovely holiday accommodation and we’ve stayed in many over the years.Will definitely return much more exploring to do in Northumberland.

    Reviewed by Tony4.7Sep 2022

  • "Superb cottage in lovely historic village."

    Stunning walks and sea views in Northumberland so it was just a great holiday. Cottage is very clean, well equipped and a great welcome pack. It was our second stay here and was just as good as the first! In fact I would stay again as I don’t think you would find a better place in Northumberland. Great owners and very helpful. Thanks

    Reviewed by Jackie5.0Sep 2022

  • "The Olde Stables is by far the best provisioned self catering cottage we have ever stayed in."

    The cottage is quirky and very comfortable. With the weather more Algarve than Amble we smugly enjoyed the acres of beautiful beach and playing about in the river .. and of all things the North Sea!

    Reviewed by Paul and Lisa5.0Aug 2022

  • "My family of 3 (2 adults 1 child) had a great stay at The Olde Stables."

    The owners gave us a fantastic welcome with provisionals along with a birthday card, cake and bottle of prosecco for my birthday. The property has lots of amenities, was extremely clean and is beautifully decorated too. I would absolutely recommend The Olde Stables for a family break away in Northumbria

    Reviewed by Debbie5.0Jul 2022

  • "Beautiful property, plenty of storage and many thoughtful touches."

    The hamper of goodies were delicious and really appreciated. Cool in the heatwave, and warm when it turned colder. Lovely pleasant spot to sit out in, and the village was had plenty of places to eat and drink, and lots more places to explore.

    Reviewed by Joyce5.0Jul 2022

  • "Lovely property in great location."

    Very generous welcome package was much appreciated.

    Reviewed by Steve5.0May 2022

  • "The cottage was the best we have ever stayed in."

    It was clean, comfortable and very well equipped. The decor was very pleasing and the snacks very much appreciated. All in all it made our holiday perfect.

    Reviewed by Jeanette5.0May 2022

  • "Very comfortable and very well equipped."

    Spotlessly clean .Excellent Wi-Fi and television. Beautifully positioned in the centre of a pretty village with amenities close at hand . Lovely walks in the area and lots to do and see . The only gripe would be the lack of light coming into the property and no view . But we were out most of the day anyway making the most of the beautiful area. Very generous hosts leaving lots of “goodies” which were appreciated, thank you .

    Reviewed by Gordon4.7May 2022

  • "Superb!"

    Reviewed by Louise5.0Apr 2022

  • "This cottage is wonderful and the attention to detail was just perfect."

    I want to recommend this to everyone but I also want it all to myself. Will be coming back again

    Reviewed by Maxene5.0Apr 2022

  • "Thank you very much, Russell and Tracey."

    The Olde Stables is a lovely holiday home with everything we needed, and more. Warkworth is a charming village. We have really enjoyed our week.

    Reviewed by Hugh5.0Mar 2022

  • "FANTASTIC - Cannot recommend this property enough."

    Extremely comfortable and very well equipped. Owners have thought of everything to make it feel like home from home. Will definitely be returning

    Reviewed by Mandy5.0Mar 2022

  • "We had a fantastic stay at the Olde Stables, such a relaxing week and just what we needed."

    The house has everything you could need for a cosy break away. We were welcomed by some lovely essentials and treats which made it all the more special. Would highly recommend and would stay again.

    Reviewed by Steven5.0Feb 2022

  • "This property is outstanding."

    It was spotlessly clean, very well kitted out and the owner's eye for detail and interior styling is very special. We had a very relaxing time in this property and there is so much to do in the area, the week flew by. We had one issue and it was resolved immediately. Highly recommend.

    Reviewed by Joanne5.0Feb 2022

  • "We thought this was a really lovely property."

    Cosy and full of personal touches all over the house. We also appreciated all of the many extras that were left for us (wine, all the breakfast treats, all of the essentials left in the fridge etc.) Location was brilliant next to the historic church, 15 mins walk to the dunes and beach and 5 mins walk to the castle. Also very quiet while being so close to three really lovely pubs! Really enjoyed our stay..

    Reviewed by Andrew5.0Jan 2022

  • "We were very impressed with the booking and communication from start to finish."

    The cottage was stunning, immaculate and there were so many little extra touches that were really wonderful. Christmas decorations were beautiful and the welcome hamper was really thoughtful. Everything was immaculately clean. The bike storage was a great bonus. There was absolutely nothing we would change or could suggest to improve. Thank you.

    Reviewed by Rebecca5.0Dec 2021

  • "This is one of the best cottages we've ever stayed in, and all the thoughtful little (and big!"

    ) touches really made it wonderful. Hugely appreciated all you did for us and we had a very good few days. Many thanks! The cottage is really lovely, and incredibly well stocked. We had not expected any breakfast so that was really a very kind gesture, especially as the shop wasn't open. Communication was excellent, and we'd definitely recommend this as a stay.

    Reviewed by Maggie5.0Dec 2021

  • "We have stayed in a number of UK holiday cottages over the years, some good ,some less so however we would say that the olde stables in Warkworth was amongst the very best."

    The cottage is so well located in the village, everything being a 3 minute walk away. The village has pubs, cafes, restaurants and a few shops. The facilities are excellent, great well equipped kitchen, new television, internet connection, big walk in shower and two comfortable double bedrooms, each with a TV. The cottage has been converted and decorated/styled in the best way, it really is a home from home. The owners have put a great deal of thought into making it to such a good standard, the little touches when you arrive, bottle of wine, eggs, milk, orange, butter and bread in addition to a supply of breakfast cereals. They had also made the cottage feel Christmassy for us, a beautiful tree, subtle decorations and Christmas lights outside. Living close by they were around when we arrived, provided useful information about the locality and gave the impression they would be on hand if anything was required. Cottage is within a converted stable block, its close to a local hotel but is not troubled by noise or disturbance. Its a lovely place and one I believe we will return too. Probably the best cottage we have stayed in in the UK.

    Reviewed by Kevan5.0Nov 2021

  • "Wonderful cottage!"

    Probably the best I have stayed in. Very clean, excellent location, great facilities, welcome goodies, shower and TV etc and the owners had thought of everything. Superb and we had a great week. Mason Arms and Bertram’s very good too! We will be returning.

    Reviewed by Jackie5.0Nov 2021

  • "Our second visit to the Olde Stables and just as good as the first."

    The owners have thought of every little detail needed to make a comfortable and relaxing stay. A very tastefully decorated home and with The Masons pub just around the corner serving fantastic food, who could ask for more?

    Reviewed by Meryl5.0Oct 2021

  • "The newly added dishwasher was appreciated."

    Luxury accommodation and great to be in town with good eating places and walks on the doorstep. Owners tried to cater for every need with umbrella, walking poles, library, area maps etc etc - even a luxury picnic basket if required!

    Reviewed by Lynne5.0Sep 2021

  • "This s an absolutely first class place to stay."

    The cottage is beautiful and cosy with lovely features and furnishings. Warkworth is a really good location comprising good pubs and restaurants. We will definately stay there again hopefully next year.

    Reviewed by Edward5.0Sep 2021

  • "Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this cosy cottage ."

    Clean and inviting, lovely beach and river on the doorstep, village shop, cafes and pubs! A very pleasant and relaxing break.

    Reviewed by Helen5.0Aug 2021

  • "Beautiful, clean, fabulous location."

    Best cottage we have been to and we have been to many.

    Reviewed by Julie5.0Aug 2021

  • "Lots of lovely extra touches: including torches, walking poles and beach towels."

    . Also, very pleased to see a dishwasher which we weren’t expecting as it wasn’t included in the details. Fabulous location too. Perfect family holiday. Lovely front courtyard.

    Reviewed by Paula5.0Aug 2021

  • "Excellent holiday rental in exceptional location."

    The hosts took care to ensure that some basics - milk, bread, butter etc - were there when we arrived. We very much enjoyed visiting some of the key places of interest - notably Bamburgh castle and the fantastic beaches all along this coast - but also the lovely walks in the vicinity of where we stayed.

    Reviewed by Ela5.0Jul 2021

  • "Perfect retreat."

    Everything you needed and more. The welcome gifts were a generous and fantastic touch and appreciated. Only thing that spoilt it was the parking nearby. Took me a very long time to get a spot and felt once in couldn’t leave during the stay.

    Reviewed by Shaun5.0Jul 2021

  • "We had a wonderful holiday in Warkworth."

    The Olde Stables exceeded our expectations in every way, including in the welcome we received on arrival. So much to see and to do in Northumberland and Warkworth itself is a really beautiful village. Thanks Tracey and Russell for a great stay. We intend to return soon.

    Reviewed by Mandy5.0Jul 2021

  • "A perfect holiday cottage in a wonderful area of the country."

    The interior design expertly makes use of the old stables building and is delightful. It is clean, very well-equipped and very comfortable. Quirky artwork generates a relaxing and homely environment. And the owners thoughtfully provide welcoming goodies such as wine, scones, artisan bread, milk, butter etc etc. We thoroughly recommend this cottage and hope to return sometime.

    Reviewed by Alan5.0Jun 2021

  • "Excellent location, quiet, short walk to the river, beach, castle and village facilities."

    Stable conversion first class plus decor, a tribute to the very friendly and helpful owners.

    Reviewed by Linda5.0May 2021

  • "The Olde Stables is a perfect home from home."

    The owners were extremely helpful when we had a couple of questions, and were easy to contact. They had provided lots of little extras which were very thoughtful, especially the bottle of wine and popcorn! The cottage itself is comfortable, stylish and spotlessly clean. Everything you could think of was provided and more. It was our first visit to Northumberland and we will definitely be returning - Warkworth is a great base. We ate at the Masons Arms and Bertram’s which were both great, especially considering the COVID-19 restrictions in place at the moment. Grays is a fabulous little shop, especially good for early Christmas shopping! We visited Alnwick and Bamburgh Castles and had the most wonderful trip to Holy Island. The Olde Stables and Warkworth gave us a perfect autumn break - thank you Russell and Tracey.

    Reviewed by Graeme5.0Oct 2020

  • "Had a great time weather was brilliant,the cottage was really comfy and a lovely place to come back to after a long days walk."

    Reviewed by Carole5.0Oct 2020

  • "This is such a gorgeous property and the owners, Russell and Tracey have gone the extra mile with the quality of the decor and everything they provide to ensure a comfortable, cosy stay."

    They were so helpful. The Olde Stables is in a great location in the heart of Warkworth, everything you need on the doorstep. As the weather and the tide was kind to us, we walked the coast, clocking up 60 miles over the week. We have many favourite walks, the area is where we will retire to in 4 years time. We will return to this lovely home.

    Reviewed by Susan5.0Mar 2020

  • "Really lovely space to rest in."

    Good location - Warkworth is pretty and there are walks and pubs on your doorstep. Cottage is finished to a very high standard and is comfy and beautiful.

    Reviewed by Hannah5.0Feb 2020

  • "Great property in lovely village."

    Property was very well kept. We really enjoyed it.

    Reviewed by Andy5.0Feb 2020

  • "I can highly recommend staying at this cottage, it is perfect for a relaxing break away!"

    A few days before we arrived we received some texts from the owners giving us some information and directions, which was very much appreciated. We were welcomed with a bottle of wine and packet of biscuits, which always goes down well, and a lovely note providing further information. The cottage is very cosy, decorated beautifully and well equipped. The village itself is lovely and people are so friendly. We can definitely recommend the Masons Arms for food and good company! The Fenwick Gallery is also a must to look round but be careful as you may spend a little too much as Nicole and Dorien’s artwork is exceptional! The beach was a 15 min walk away and was breathe taking. For those who love to read I can recommend Barters Books in Alnwick too! Edinburgh is an hours train ride from Alnmouth and didn’t cost a fortune either. Don’t be put off that their isn’t a parking space outside the cottage as there is a car park not even a mins walk from the cottage and we never had any issues getting a space. Thank you so much to Tracey and Russell (the owners) for letting us stay, we had an amazing week and we will definitely be coming back again soon.

    Reviewed by Katie5.0Jan 2020

  • "Excellent property, very well presented in an excellent position."

    Reviewed by Nigel5.0Dec 2019

  • "Fantastic house set in a lovely little village."

    Scenic walks on your doorstep and some great pubs serving up superb food.

    Reviewed by Stuart5.0Dec 2019

  • "What an extremely comfortable and warm property."

    Lots of little extras which made it feel more special. All of us loved staying here and being right in the middle of Warkworth was a plus. Thank you to the owner for contacting us on the day of arrival to say we could go in a bit earlier if needed as the property was ready. I would highly recommend The Olde Stables and hope to return again.

    Reviewed by Tracy5.0Nov 2019

  • "Fabulous cosy cottage it was like home from home with everything we needed, excellent wifi, the location for access to beautiful Northumberland was great!"

    Reviewed by Yvonne5.0Nov 2019

  • "Our only complaint would be the property's close proximity to the church who's bells loudly ring every 15 minutes, 24 hours a day."

    The property is extremely well insulated and as such we slept with the windows open to maintain a ventilated room. The draw back was being kept awake by the church bells

    Reviewed by Adam4.7Oct 2019

  • "Great accommodation, immaculately clean with everything you needed for a self catering holiday."

    Not that we did much cooking with the good eating places within walking distance - with a surprising number of options for a small village. Would recommend the Masons Arms for good, and plentiful meals on an evening and the Cabosse during the day for the best hot chocolate you will ever have.. A walk back along the side of the river after a meal was very pleasant. An excellent bus service, which puts my local one to shame, means there are options for trips out without having to use the car. Would heartily recommend this property, which is excellent value for money. This was the first time we have holidayed in this area but will be returning, and will be booking this property again. Finally, a word about the helpful owners. We had a slight problem with the TV but after ringing them they were at the property within the hour, driving from their own home a few miles away and sorted it. Great service. All in all a wonderful week.

    Reviewed by Clive5.0Sep 2019

  • "Highly recommend the Stables , the property is of a high standard, beautiful bedrooms and bathroom, it is ideally situated in a lovely village handy for all amenities."

    Although the property is situated in the pub car park we did not hear any noise from it. We where always able to park in the near by car park.

    Reviewed by Caroline5.0Sep 2019

  • "Cottage itself was excellent, well furnished and very comfortable although living area rather dark."

    Bedrooms and bathroom a real plus. Not clear from photos that front door is in the hotel car park.Kitchen area well stocked but no pan lids and frying pan rather small. But an ideal base in a beautiful village. Some nice thoughtful touches from the owners made for a really pleasant and enjoyable stay.

    Thank you for your feedback, I am glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We do have a couple of frying pans in the property a smaller one and a larger one. Kind regards, Property Owner

    Reviewed by David3.8Aug 2019

  • "The cottage was beautifully presented, very comfortable and a warm welcome."

    The owners made themselves available should there be problems.

    Reviewed by James Justin5.0Aug 2019

  • "We had a lovely week at The Olde Stables!"

    This property is a little gem of a find in a pretty village. Everything was as described but it was even lovelier than the pictures show. The whole house had lots of little extras that really helped throughout the week. The TV having access to Netflix and Prime was excellent and helped to keep my little ones entertained before breakfast. The fan in the main bedroom was much appreciated during the hot weather we experienced. I just missed having a dishwasher (I know there isn’t one listed) but it would’ve been the cherry on the top if there’d been one. Thank you for the little welcome biscuits and wine and for the addition of the high chair.

    Reviewed by Lyndsay5.0Jul 2019

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Summary

  • Over three floors
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x second floor double with en-suite cloakroom, 1 x second floor double
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
  • Dishwasher
  • Gas central heating
  • Gas hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, Smart TV with Netflix, WiFi, selection of books and games
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Free parking in public car park 50 yards away on first come, first served basis
  • Additional parking in further free car park by riverside
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop and pub 0.01 miles Please Note: This property now has a stone locked garage for storage of bike, paddle boards etc. Please Note: This property now has a dishwasher

The property

The Olde Stables rests peacefully in the curve of the River Coquet, adjacent to St. Lawrence's Church in the historic village of Warkworth, Northumberland.

Offering bags of character, this beautiful cottage has been thoughtfully restored to provide homely accommodation for families and friends alike, with wooden-clad walls, low pendant lighting, solid oak doors and quirky features throughout, giving it a sense of style and charm.

Enter straight into the spacious open-plan living room, where you can relax on the sofas with a good book and a drink or switch on the TV to catch up on your favourite shows before preparing a homemade meal for everyone and getting together around the dining table.

The kitchen is wonderfully appointed for all your culinary needs, however there is also a pub/restaurant next door, should you fancy a night off from the cooking.

Climb the carpeted stairs to the first floor, where you can cool off from a long walk in the family shower room, which boasts a double walk-in shower cubicle and a quality finish.

Make the most of the small library on the landing and choose something gripping to read before bed, then head up another set of stairs to find two well-appointed double rooms, one boasting an en-suite cloakroom.

If you can tear yourself away from this delightful retreat, enjoy a lovely stroll around the village and find a plethora of shops, pubs and eateries, along with the imposing Warkworth Castle towering over it all.

Enjoy a walk along the river and uncover the Warkworth Hermitage medieval cave, set within a cliff-face on the north bank near to the castle, a must-see during your visit.

Journey up to Alnmouth and explore its sand dune grassland backing onto the bay, the perfect place for a family day out, walking, wildlife spotting and enjoying picnics.

The whole of the coastline awaits an there are many other attractions including Hadrian's Wall and Holy Island, giving you that much-needed break in a fascinating part of the country.

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About the location

WARKWORTH

Alnwick 5 miles; Alnmouth 3 miles; Amble 1 mile.

Lying in the loop of the River Coquet on the Heritage Coast, Warkworth is a picturesque village, dominated by the dramatic ruins of its 12th century castle. The history of the village and the castle are intertwined with the Percy Family who took over the castle in 1332. The Percys’ other home is nearby Alnwick Castle, most recently associated with Harry Potter as the film location of Hogwarts School. The main street is lined with Georgian and early Victorian houses and there is an exceptional range of galleries, antiques shops, a village shop/Post Office, pubs, restaurants and gift shops to suit all tastes. Warkworth has its own stretch of sandy beach and a 9 hole pay and play golf course. Also within easy touring distance are Hadrian’s Wall, Bamburgh Castle, Holy Island, the Farne Islands, several wonderful beaches and Alnwick Garden with its remarkable water cascade and Tree House Restaurant.

Please Note: This property now has a stone locked garage for storage of bike, paddle boards etc.


Please Note: This property now has a Dishwasher

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Off-season
  • Christmas