Guests say
The Duke is a well-equipped, spacious cottage with high-end finishes, offering a range of facilities including a hot tub, tennis court, and gym. It's set in a beautiful location with convenient access to Bamburgh. Guests have enjoyed the generous welcome pack and extra touches, though some have noted areas for improvement in cleanliness and maintenance.
Reviews are mixed regarding cleanliness. Some guests found the property to be very clean, while others reported issues with cleanliness, including stained bedding and dusty floors. The property seems to require more attention to detail in this area.
The location is highly praised for its beauty and convenience, being in a quiet hamlet with lovely views and within walking distance to Bamburgh. It is considered a great base for exploring the area.
The property is described as comfortable, with spacious bedrooms and ensuites. However, some guests mentioned issues with bedroom configurations and a stair gate that was not fit for purpose, slightly affecting the comfort score.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with mentions of a BBQ, woodfire, and dishwashers. The property also offers a tennis court, table tennis, and a gym. Some guests experienced issues with maintenance and the complexity of appliances.
The property provides thoughtful touches such as a welcome pack and vouchers for local amenities. However, it should be noted that such gifts are subject to availability and not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
The Duke is a bespoke four bedroom property, finished to a high standard, just outside the coastal village of Bamburgh, with jacuzzi, private terrace and open fire.
The Duke, a newly constructed property in Dukesfield, sleeping 8 guests in four bedrooms, is part of the Bamburgh First Collection. It is only a short drive away from the seaside village of Bamburgh.
Northumberland is steeped in history with many imposing castles to explore including Alnwick Castle made famous by the Harry Potter movies and the striking Bamburgh Castle built high on a rocky outcrop. The quiet lanes are perfect for cyclists and walkers to soak up the stunning landscapes and perhaps catch a glimpse of the remarkable array of wildlife including red squirrels, roe deer, wild goats, otters and black grouse.
* Size: Sleeps up to 8, in 4 bedrooms* Nearest beach: 2 miles* Nearest amenities: 1.5 miles* Pets: Pets welcome. Note - you will need to pay an additional pet fee and you must not leave dogs unattended in the property. Please contact the holiday cottage agency directly * Short breaks: Available at this property * Smoking: Not allowed at this property* Rooms: 4 bedrooms, 4 en suites, lounge / kitchen / diner* Beds: 2 super-king zip & link, 1 super king, 1 king size * Luxuries: Smart TV, WiFi, jacuzzi, Bose Bluetooth speaker* General: Central heating, open fire with supply of logs
* Notes: Shared tennis court, hot tub, table tennis and children's play area is exclusively available to all guests of Bamburgh First properties at Dukesfield. an additional space where you can play games on the Wii, table tennis or sit, relax and read a book.* Utilities: * Standard: Kettle, toaster, iron.* Other: Bed linen and towels provided. Cots, highchairs available upon request (please note, we do not supply a mattress or bed linen for the cot).* Outdoors: Terrace to the front of the property with outdoor furniture, private jacuzzi and a lawned area, in addition to shared tennis court and children's play area.* Parking: Parking available outside property.* Mobility: Should there be any specific health or mobility difficulties which may affect a party member, this must be pointed out at the initial reservation stage so that the suitability of the property can be assessed.
* Extras: Guests receive access to leisure club facilities .
You may need to pay an Accidental Damage Deposit or Accidental Damage Deposit Waiver for this property. Where applicable we will contact you in good time before your holiday with further details and to take payment.
Nearby points of interest
- Bamburgh Castle
- Haggerston Castle
- Alnwick Castle
Reviews (15)
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Mrs Thompson
Well equipped cottage with nearly everything you could need. It is in a slightly rural location and the walk to Bamburgh with stiles makes it difficult if you have bigger dogs. Good on site facilities.Two of our party enjoyed the free rounds of golf and we all enjoyed the sausages and the hot tub.
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Mrs Davies
Thank you for the use of the beautiful cottage, a pleasure to stay there, everything we needed on site.
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Mrs Ellis
We had the most fantastic week staying at the Duke with our family of two sons, partners and two granddaughters. It is in the most beautiful setting with glorious views. The bedrooms were large and comfortable and the living rooms equally so and well equipped. All the extra facilities I.e. the hot tub, tennis court, gym and table tennis were real bonuses for the family. Just a short distance into beautiful Bamburgh and close to many other stunning sites this really was a memorable and spectacular holiday helped by glorious weather. Thank you to the owners for the use of their beautiful house.