Guests say
Wynding Down is a well-received cottage in Bamburgh, praised for its superb location, comfort, and cleanliness. Guests appreciate its proximity to the beach, village amenities, and scenic views. The cottage's well-equipped facilities and homely atmosphere contribute to a delightful stay, although some guests noted concerns regarding dog-friendliness and stair safety.
The property is consistently described as clean and well cared for, with no negative comments on cleanliness, indicating high standards are maintained.
The location is highly praised for its convenience to the beach, town centre, and local attractions, making it an ideal spot for guests.
The majority of guests find the cottage comfortable and cosy, with only a few concerns about the suitability of the wooden stairs for dogs and older guests.
Facilities are generally regarded as high-quality and well-equipped. However, some guests suggest improvements for dog-friendliness and additional comfortable seating.
Guests have mentioned the provision of wine, biscuits, and flowers, indicating a caring owner. However, as these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay, they should be considered a pleasant bonus rather than an expectation.
About this property
Situated in the highly sought-after Wynding location in Bamburgh, Northumberland, Wynding Down is a beautifully appointed, converted stone cottage which is ideal for a family holiday. Just moments away from a sandy beach, a golf course, a tennis court and children’s playground, the property boasts a simply perfect setting. Inside, the accommodation is presented to an incredibly high standard and boasts original features such as vaulted ceilings, exposed wooden beams, wood flooring and feature fireplaces. The spacious upstairs sitting room is suitably inviting with an expansive seating area arranged around an attractive open fireplace and is somewhere you can imagine curling up together and really relaxing into your holiday. The open-plan kitchen/diner is rustic in style and is fitted with an excellent range of facilities, so the designated chef has everything needed to produce delicious food for the holiday party. When it is time to serve up, take a seat at the traditional dining table where you can tuck into your home-cooked meals and if you’re not feeling sociable, there is even a TV in here, so you can still watch your favourite telly programmes. The gardens are a particular feature with lawns, shrubberies and a paved area complete with a range of patio furniture, all set up ready for alfresco drinking and dining. Soak up the captivating views from here and you’ve got a beautifully sociable space. When it’s time for bed, guests have three well-appointed bedrooms to choose from; two doubles and a children’s bunk bedroom. All are equally welcoming and guests can look forward to a rejuvenating night’s sleep. In the morning, grab an invigorating shower or a relaxing bath and you can plan the day’s activities. Wynding Down is in the ideal location for an excellent range of local amenities nearby and the beach is just a short walk from the property. The village of Bamburgh is a must-visit with its sandy beaches and Bamburgh Castle providing a dramatic backdrop. The property is perfectly situated to explore the delights of the Heritage Coast with beaches, castles, fishing villages and a selection of quite stunning castles, so why not jump in the car and head out? You’ll be rewarded with fantastic views along the way! Attractions in the area worth visiting include Alnwick Castle, RNLI Grace Darling Museum, Slate Hall Riding Centre, Lindisfarne Priory and Farne Islands. Wynding Down does exactly what it says on the tin, so for a relaxing holiday where you can look forward to winding down, a visit here is a must.
The village’s sweeping sandy beaches and dramatic fortress - Bamburgh Castle - make Bamburgh one of Northumberland’s major visitor attractions. The castle can be seen for miles and dominates this part of the county’s coastline. Today it remains home to the family of the great Victorian industrialist Lord Armstrong, and is open to the public on a daily basis. Although overshadowed by the great castle, Bamburgh village is picturesque with neat grey stone cottages facing a manicured village green. There are excellent pubs, hotels with restaurants and a small selection of village shops. There are golf courses in Bamburgh and nearby Seahouses, and within easy reach are more wide sandy beaches, lovely fishing villages, stunning castles and coastal islands to explore along the dramatic Heritage Coast. There are numerous other attractions also a short drive away, including the famous Alnwick Castle and Gardens and the historic walled border town, Berwick-upon-Tweed. A superb base for exploring Northumberland.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x children’s bunk beds.
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower and basin.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
First-floor sitting room with open fire
Electric heating with open fire.
Electric oven and grill, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
2 x TVs with DVD players, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Private parking for 2 cars.
Gardens, patio area, patio furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome (please note that dogs are not permitted in the bedrooms or on furniture in the sitting room) Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.7 miles, pub 0.6 miles, beach 0.3 miles.
Note: Starter pack of fuel is provided with additional fuel available to purchase locally
Nearby points of interest
- Bamburgh Castle
- Haggerston Castle
- Alnwick Castle
Reviews (14)
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Shelagh
Appreciate the personal touch+ care from the owner checking in with us to ensure everything. Especially as the booking company does not have that same personal contact like a number of others in the area.
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Carole
I was able to go out of the door past the garden, and straight onto the dunes with our dog. Or a short stroll in the other direction took me to the village green. And we loved the view of the sea from the living room. Perfect on lazy afternoons.
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Julie
We all had to be very careful going up and down then and couldnât let the dog use them unsupervised. The lounge upstairs could do with some additional sofa comfy style seating. The property was spotless and in a great location and everything in the property was a high standard.