Guests say
Shepherds Nook is a well-received cottage in Northumberland, praised for its homely feel, spacious and comfortable rooms, and convenient location for exploring local attractions. Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches like wine and chocolates, though these are not guaranteed. The property is generally found to be clean and well-equipped, providing a pleasant base for a holiday.
Most guests found the cottage to be clean and tidy upon arrival, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. However, a few reviews mentioned specific cleanliness issues, suggesting room for improvement in certain areas.
The cottage's proximity to the A1 is noted as convenient for travel, with easy access to beaches and tourist spots. Some guests mentioned road noise, but it was not a significant issue for most.
The majority of guests found the beds comfortable and the cottage cosy, with a homely atmosphere that contributed to a relaxing stay. The spaciousness of the rooms was also frequently highlighted.
Facilities like the kitchen and utility room are well-received, with most necessary amenities provided. Some guests noted missing items or maintenance issues, indicating that while generally good, there is scope for enhancement.
Guests frequently mentioned and appreciated the thoughtful gestures such as complimentary wine and chocolates. It is important to note that such gifts, while appreciated, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A delightful 19th century mid-terrace cottage situated in the hamlet of North Charlton, just 7 miles from Alnwick. Located just a short drive from the spectacular Northumberland Coast, the cottage is ideal for a family holiday. Decorated and furnished to a good standard throughout, this Northumbrian cottage boasts charm and character, including a spacious sitting room with beams and a woodburning stove in a feature inglenook fireplace. There are three well-appointed bedrooms and a modern bathroom on the first floor and a well-equipped fitted kitchen which will cater for all of your needs. The castle and gardens at Alnwick are just a few miles away from the cottage, or you could visit Lindisfarne on Holy Island, the Scottish Borders, and the magnificent Heritage Coast, only a few miles east of this charming cottage. There are many National Trust and English Heritage sites to visit in the area making this lovely North Charlton cottage a great base for discovering all that Northumberland has to offer.
The small hamlet of North Charlton is an ideal place from which to explore Northumberland. A short drive will take you to Embleton Bay, Low Newton by the Sea and Beadnell Bay, each offering lovely sandy beaches. The ducal market town of Alnwick, with its magnificent Norman Castle, is just 10 minutes away and offers a wide range of amenities. The countryside surrounding North Charlton is extremely picturesque and the Cheviot foothills and National Park are only a short drive away. For golfers, there are challenging Links courses in abundance. A superb base for exploring all the region has to offer.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x adult bunks.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Well-equipped fitted kitchen.
Utility.
Impressive open plan sitting room with dining area and woodburning stove in inglenook fireplace.
Oil central heating with woodburning stove in the sitting room.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, radio/CD, WiFi.
Fuel, power and initial supply for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen included in rent.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed courtyard to rear.
Private patio area with furniture and BBQ.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shops and pubs 4 miles.
Nearby points of interest
- Alnwick Castle
- Bamburgh Castle
Reviews (38)
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Christine
Wine and chocolates were a lovely touch. Would have been helpful if when contacting the agent for the key keep code that we had been told to take toilet rolls as there was none.
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Martin
We couldnât get the tumble dryer to work, we had a lot of baby washing and really could have done with it. We were disappointed that there was no bbq as per the property description . The bathroom is in need of renovation, However, the beds and sofas are comfortable, the kitchen was well equipped and the cottage was generally clean. The location was almost on the A1 therefore easy access to most places. We could hear the road noise, it didnât bother us even though we are not used to noise.
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Sharon
Will definitley go back. Central to everything, short drive to the coast.