Guests say
Calm Skies is a well-received holiday cottage, praised for its spaciousness, beautiful decor, and ideal location. Guests appreciate the ample space, comfortable furnishings, and enclosed garden, making it suitable for families and pet owners. The property serves as a great base for exploring Northumberland and the Borders, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
Most guests found the property to be clean and well-maintained, though a few mentioned minor issues such as dust on skirting boards and a hair in the plug hole. These seem to be isolated incidents rather than a trend, hence the high score.
The location is consistently praised for being peaceful, quiet, and convenient for exploring local attractions. Its proximity to Berwick-upon-Tweed and other tourist spots like Holy Island and Bamburgh is highly valued by guests.
Guests are very satisfied with the comfort provided by the property, mentioning great, comfy beds and good quality furniture. The spaciousness of the property also contributes to the overall comfort level.
The property is well-equipped, with a large kitchen and plenty of space. However, some guests noted the need for more kitchenware, such as pans and baking trays, and minor maintenance issues like a shower needing repair and a suggestion for a larger toaster.
While some guests mentioned receiving a welcome pack and appreciated the extra goodies, not all reviews reference such gifts, and it is not clear if this is a standard offering for all guests. Therefore, it is politely noted that such thoughtful touches, while appreciated, may not be guaranteed.
About this property
Berwick-Upon-Tweed 2.5 miles. Calm Skies, rests on the outskirts of the historic town of Berwick-Upon-Tweed in Northumberland, this captivating cottage is located in the village of Scremerston and only 5 miles from Holy Island and its famous causeway, this unique holiday home is peaceful, spacious and beautifully presented. With sea glimpses, a contemporary décor and just a short drive or long, pleasant walk to local amenities and the beach, this pet-friendly home is the ideal retreat for a family or group of friends to enjoy the Northeast coast of England, it is a great spot to come for long, windswept walks, to admire the big open sky and beautiful landscapes, or even to venture over the border to visit 'New Asgard' (located in St Abbs and the site of the recent Marvel blockbuster film), Both the Northumberland Coast Path and the National Cycle Route pass nearby. As well as walkers, and families who come to enjoy the sand and rockpools exposed at low tide, the area is also popular for birdwatching, fossil hunting, surfing and body boarding, The Lindisfarne Nature Reserve and Heritage coast is close by, with miles of golden sandy beaches. On arrival, off-road parking greets you, before stepping into a spacious open plan kitchen and dining room, this large entertaining area offers all the essentials needed to cook up a storm for your group, including a dining table (that can seat 8) where you can plan your holiday adventures as a group over dinner. From here, make your way to the sitting room to relax, or break off from the group and spend time with a good book in the sunroom. Upstairs, four neat bedrooms invite you to rest; two king-size with en-suite shower rooms, perfect for extra privacy, along with another king-size and a twin, which are served by a family bathroom housing both a freestanding bath and a walk-in shower. Make the most of the outdoor space with dinner alfresco in the warmer evenings; the multilevel garden has space to dine and for your four-legged friend to stretch their legs. Venture into the local town of Berwick-Upon-Tweed for your amenities and a day at the beach, and you can also find a leisure centre to keep you entertained, for shopping, you can choose between M&S food Hall, Morrisons or Asda. Conveniently located close to the A1 and surrounded by countryside, the property is ideal for exploring Northumberland and even southern Scotland. Calm Skies creates luxurious and relaxed living, with easy access to Northumberland, the Scottish Borders and Edinburgh, make your way to Holy Island and marvel at the grand, crag top Lindisfarne Castle and the picturesque Lindisfarne Nature Reserve. Further afield you can visit plenty of surrounding towns and villages including Bamburgh, Warkworth and Seahouses, or you can even get to Scotland and the border county for a day out filled with vast and varied scenery. If you like to stay active on your holiday, take advantage of the abundance of walking and cycling routes within the Northumberland National Park and the nearby beaches and coastal paths. Whatever the weather, Calm Skies is a fabulous holiday home for your next family break.
Berwick-upon-Tweed is a Northumberland coastal town with four sandy beaches, riverbank walks, and cycling trails. Walk the town's Elizabethan walls to see the River Tweed estuary and Berwick's three bridges, including the Royal Border Bridge. Visit the town's museums, enjoy the beach, and be inspired by its galleries. Duns has award-winning butchers, a superb delicatessen, bars, and restaurants, and the Jim Clark Museum and Rally attract racing fans from around the world. Duns Castle is a picturesque castle with well-marked woodland and lakeside paths.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 2 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x king-size, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Sitting room.
Sun room
Oil central heating.
Everhot cooker with AGA top and oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine and dishwasher.
TV, WiFi, and a selection of books.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair, travel cot and stairgate available.
Off-road parking for 3 cars.
Multilevel garden with patio, gravelled area and furniture.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.5 miles, pub 1.9 miles, beach 1.7 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Haggerston Castle
- Duns Castle Nature Reserve
- Coldingham Priory
- Manderston House
- Bamburgh Castle
- Coldingham Bay Beach
- St Abb's Head National Nature Reserve
- Coldingham Loch
- Jim Clark Motorsport Museum
Reviews (29)
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Ellen
All the rooms are spacious and comfortable and the location is perfect for Northumberland. The kitchen was our main area for gatherings with a huge table. The lounge was spacious but also had a cosy feel. The bedrooms were lovely and with additional storage on the landing which is a great use of space. Our constructive criticism would be that the showers in the en suites need attention. They are temperamental with both switching off at times, although we had been forewarned. As with previous comments, a must in the kitchen is a larger or additional toaster. 2 slices at a time is just not sufficient for the house size. An air fryer may also be an option as the aga style cooker is not for everyone due to the time taken to heat up. We would also recommend new pillows AND pillow protectors and possibly a new mattress on the single bed closest to the door. Also for information, each bin is collected fortnightly on Mondays. We put the black one out on Sunday night but it was full to the brim when we arrived as was the recycling one so maybe extra black bags to allow for this? However, and we stress this. These issues are minor compared to the benefits of this beautiful cottage and we would return to this property the next time we visit this area.
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Valerie
Beautiful house in a beautiful location. So much to do and see especially the Northumberland coast. Would definitely book again.
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Anthony
Cottage is in an ideal location to explore the border regions.