Guests say
Guests consistently praise the cottage for its spotless condition, stylish and welcoming interior, and thoughtful touches like a welcome pack. Its location is ideal for exploring Northumberland, with easy access to local amenities and attractions. Despite a temporary issue with roadworks, the overall experience is highly regarded, with many expressing a desire to return.
Reviewers frequently mention the property's spotless and clean condition, indicating a very high standard of cleanliness.
The property is commended for its convenient location, close to shops, restaurants, and local attractions, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.
Guests find the property comfortable, with mentions of a great shower, comfy beds, and a cosy atmosphere contributing to a pleasant stay.
The property is well-furnished and equipped, though one guest suggested the addition of a shower mat for safety. The temporary roadworks issue affected the experience for one guest, but overall, facilities are highly rated.
The welcome pack and the owner's proactive communication are frequently appreciated. While such gestures are warmly received, they are a courtesy and may vary with each stay.
About this property
18 Acklington Road is a delightful, two-bedroom holiday home resting in the quaint, seaside town of Amble in Northumberland. With a collection of elegant, well-presented interiors, and an excellent location a short stroll from the nearest shops and pubs, this charming abode welcomes a family, group of friends, or even sharing couples seeking a relaxing, fuss-free getaway just a brief drive east of the Northumberland National Park. Park up roadside in front of 18 Acklington Road, taking a moment to breathe in your new surroundings. Step inside the property, where you'll be instantly welcomed into a warm, vibrant sitting room complete with plush sofas and a sleek Smart TV. Continue through into the dining room where you'll find a dining table, where you and your loved ones can settle down to enjoy a delicious, home-cooked meal that you've whipped up in the fully-equipped, galley-style kitchen. When the sun sets, refresh with a cleanse under the rainfall shower, or indulge with a long hot dip in the bath before you finally hunker down for a much-needed snooze in either a decadent double or inviting twin bedroom. Start the day with a coffee enjoyed out back in the rear garden before you head out to explore what Amble and the local area has to offer. A walk into Amble will bring you to your nearest Tesco convenience store and Morrisons supermarket where you can stock up on homely essentials throughout your stay. You'll also find a selection of independent pubs, bars, and restaurants within easy reach of your new base, including the Bar 1902 at the Amble Club, The Masons Arms, Jaspers Bistro, and the Cock & Bull. During your time in town, be sure to wander through the Amble Harbour Village, enjoy a stroll along Amble beach and Marina. Just outside of Amble, stop by the historic site of Warkworth Castle or spend an afternoon sunbathing upon the golden stretch of Warkworth Beach. Further afield, make an excursion by car to the idyllic setting of Druridge Bay Country Park, step back in time with a visit to Alnwick Castle, or get up close and personal with exotic wildlife at the brilliant Northumberland Zoo. All of this and more is yours when you choose a stay at 18 Acklington Road.
The bustling little seaport of Amble is situated at the mouth of the River Coquet and is an ideal place for exploring Northumberland. Historically a centre for boatbuilding, Amble offers a marina, a harbour, sandy beaches and coastal walks to the bird sanctuary at Hauxley and country park at Druridge Bay. Large fishing boats moor along the harbour wall and land a variety of fish, prawns, crabs and lobsters. There is a fish centre on the side of the harbour that is now primarily a shell fish hatchery to re-stock levels of lobster and other shell fish, this sells local fish and is open to the public. A mile south of Amble is Coquet Island, an rspb reserve with a large population of terns, puffins and eider ducks and boat trips around the island can be arranged. The pretty coastal villages of Alnmouth and Craster and numerous superb beaches are only a short drive away, whilst picturesque Warkworth with its castle, charming Alnwick with its castle and award-winning gardens, and the National Trust’s Wallington Hall and Cragside are all within easy reach.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine.
Smart TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available on request.
Roadside parking available.
Enclosed front and rear gardens.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.1 miles, beach 0.8 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Northumberland Country Zoo
- Alnwick Castle
Reviews (17)
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Ruth
Tea & coffee jars full, and a wonderful surprise of a goodie basket on arrival! Beds comfortable and tastefully furnished. Host messaged on day of arrival, just to make sure everything was OK. A lovely house.
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Jo
The house is in a great location, a short walk from the harbour and close to shops. It's an ideal location to explore Northumbria. The house itself is a tardis! Much bigger than we were expecting. A lovely welcome pack and the owner checked in to see if we were OK. Nice to have some basic cleaning bits in the house too. We really hope to return.
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Patricia
Lovely house very spacious had everything you could want having a full size fridge and freezer is a bonus plenty of storage space beautifully set out would definitely recommend