Swallow Cottage (nr Powburn)
ID: S599902
- Bedrooms 1
- ・ Sleeps 2
- ・ Pets No
Snaptrip says
Swallow Cottage is consistently praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and prime location for exploring Northumberland and enjoying peaceful hill walks. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities and thoughtful touches, including welcome gifts, which contribute to a delightful stay. The cottage's cosy atmosphere and proximity to nature reserves and scenic walks make it a favourite for repeat visits.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Guests frequently mention the cottage's cleanliness, describing it as clean, tidy, and well-maintained, which indicates a high standard of cleanliness.
The location is highly regarded for its quietness, proximity to nature, and accessibility to local attractions, making it an excellent base for exploring the area.
Reviewers find the cottage comfortable and cosy, even during winter, suggesting that it provides a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The cottage is noted to be well-equipped with good cooking facilities and other amenities, although there is no specific mention of maintenance issues to give a perfect score.
While guests are delighted by the welcome gifts and considerate provisions, it is politely noted that such personal touches, though common, are not guaranteed with every stay.
About this property
Powburn 1.1 miles. Enjoying a superb rural setting in the idyllic hamlet of Branton near Powburn in Northumberland, Swallow Cottage is a traditional stone cottage, perfect for a couple on holiday. The accommodation is beautifully rustic and is in the ideal spot for those who love the countryside. The charming living space is suitably warm and welcoming with a seating area arranged around a woodburning stove where you can imagine curling up together in the cooler months. The kitchen is fully fitted with everything needed to create delicious meals for that special someone and when it’s time to serve up, there is an elegant dining area just perfect for long, leisurely meals for two. If the sun is shining, then make the most of it by sitting on the bench in the courtyard to soak up the rays or go for a stroll in the delightful communal gardens. The bedroom is really inviting and a wonderful place to lay your weary heads after a day of getting out and about exploring. The peace and quiet of the tranquil setting add up to help create a truly restful rural break. You are in the best spot for discovering the delights of the area with glorious countryside and rolling hills on the doorstep just waiting for you to take a hike. The village of Powburn is nearby and has a good selection of amenities with the market town of Alnwick also close. Here you will find an imposing castle (known to millions as Hogwarts School in Harry Potter!), the impressive castle gardens and The Treehouse Restaurant. The spectacular coastline, the attractive towns of Wooler and Rothbury and the well-known National Trust country house and gardens at Cragside are all within easy reach. For the ultimate rural retreat for two, Swallow Cottage is the perfect holiday destination.
The small pretty Northumberland village of Powburn is situated in the foothills of the Cheviots and surrounded by glorious countryside. The village has a shop and a wide range of amenities are available in the nearby market town of Alnwick. The village makes an ideal base for exploring the Northumberland National Park, Alnwick with its imposing castle (known to millions as Hogwarts School in Harry Potter!), the impressive castle gardens and The Treehouse Restaurant. The spectacular coastline, the attractive towns of Wooler and Rothbury and the well known National Trust country house and gardens at Cragside are all within easy reach.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
One double bedroom.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
Oil central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge.
TV/DVD player, CD player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Communal courtyard and gardens, picnic bench, barbecue.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 1.2 miles, pub 2.5 miles, beach 16.4 miles.
Note: Starter pack of logs for woodburning stove is provided.
Note: The property is not suitable for children under the age of 2
Nearby points of interest
- Alnwick Castle
- Bamburgh Castle
- Northumberland Country Zoo
Reviews (13)
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Karen
There are lots of places to walk directly from the cottage with our favourite being the walk to the cafe in Ingram! It is also well placed for a short drive to castles, the beach and Holy Island. The cottage itself is compact but had everything we needed and was easy to find. It was a bonus to discover a nature reserve on the doorstep when we first arrived, a lovely place to walk after a long car journey.
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Stephen
Fabulous accommodation with everything we could possibly need. Thankyou also for the lovely welcome goodies, much appreciated. So much to see and do around here without travelling more than 30 minutes. Highlights for us included Rothbury and the Simonside Hills, a visit to Bamburgh and the Castle, a walk from Ingram up to Linhope Spout (nice cafe in Ingram too), Alnwick and Chillingham Castles, and Holy Island. Would definitely return!
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Stephen
Compact but clean and well-equipped it is ideally placed for walking and touring the region. We would certainly stay again and recommend.