Guests say
Ravens Heugh is a well-regarded cottage in Northumberland, praised for its spaciousness, comfortable beds, and well-equipped kitchen. The garden and summerhouse are appreciated, and the location is ideal for exploring the local area. Guests have enjoyed the thoughtful touches provided by the hosts.
The property generally maintains good cleanliness, though some guests noted areas that could benefit from more thorough cleaning, such as the kitchen and utility room. The majority of reviews did not raise cleanliness as an issue.
The location is highly praised for being central and ideal for exploring Northumberland, with easy access to local amenities and attractions. However, some guests noted the proximity to a busy road.
Guests find the beds extremely comfortable and the cottage cosy, with a warm welcome. Some concerns were raised about heating and a damp smell in one room, but overall comfort levels are high.
The property is well-equipped with a large kitchen, laundry equipment, and a spacious garden. Some guests mentioned issues with heating and maintenance, suggesting room for improvement.
While guests have mentioned thoughtful touches left by the hosts, such as wine and chocolates, there is not enough information to guarantee these are consistent offerings for all stays, thus a score cannot be provided.
About this property
Rothbury 2 miles. Perched in the idyllic village of Thropton, Northumberland, is this delightful three-bedroom cottage, Ravens Heugh. Enjoying a superb location on the outskirts of the Northumberland National Park, Ravens Heugh is a wonderful choice for couples or familes. Step into your new home from home, where you will find an inviting sitting room with piano, plush seating and a TV, where you can curl up and escape with your favourite book. Rustle up tasty dishes in the well-equipped kitchen/diner, ready to enjoy at the dining table for four as you recount the days adventures. After dinner, why not explore the large rear garden with summerhouse? Completing the ground floor is a king-size bedroom, a utility and WC for your convenience. Follow the stairs up to the first floor, where you will find a bathroom and a shower room, so you can choose how best to freshen up after a day of adventure. When sleep calls, two well-presented king-size bedrooms await, each with plenty of storage. Explore the local village, where you can treat your loved ones to a well-deserved meal at the Cross Keys Inn, or The Three Wheat Heads Inn, perfect for when you don’t fancy cooking! For a wider selection of amenities, head into Rothbury, where you can test out your swing at the excellent golf club, dine at The Queens Head, stock up on essentials at the convenience house, visit the esteemed National Trust site of Cragside, with vast formal gardens, bunkhouse and Power House. For excellent walking and cycling opportunities, venture into the Northumberland National Park, where you can soak up the views from the Simonside Hills, hike through Billsmoor Park and Grasslees Wood or mae your way over to Kielder Water. Further afield, you will find Alnwick, home to the famous Alnwick Castle which featured in the Harry Potter film series, the Baliffgate Museum and the Aln Valley Railway. Your Northumberland adventure begins at Ravens Heugh. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1101632, together sleeping up to 11 guests.
Rothbury, the county seat of Coquetdale, is located on the north bank of the Coquet, a river known for its salmon and trout. The city is framed by the heather-covered Simonside Hills. It's close proximity to Northumberland National Park makes this little market town ideal for hikers. The town's steep main streets are lined with the traditional stone homes of the area, and there is a wide selection of stores to choose from. Cragside, Alnwick Castle (home of the Duke of Northumberland), Wallington Hall, and a multitude of noteworthy castles are all within driving distance, and the area also features a golf course, public tennis courts, and bike hire. In addition to the coast's sandy beaches and dunes, Hadrian's Wall and the nearby Kielder Reservoir and Forest are also easily accessible by car.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms, 2 x king-size and 1 x double, one of which being on the ground-floor.
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC.
Shower room with walk-in shower.
Ground-floor cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Sitting room.
Summerhouse.
Central heating.
Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine.
TV, WiFi, piano.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Parking available.
Rear garden with lawn, patio with outdoor seating, summerhouse, climbing frame and children's play area.
Sorry no smoking.
One well behave dog accepted.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles.
Supermarket nearby offers a petrol station and EV charging facilities.
Please note: This property only accepts bookings for a minimum of 3 nights.
Nearby points of interest
- Northumberland Country Zoo
- Alnwick Castle
Reviews (16)
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Clare
It advertised central heating as a feature but did not say it was controlled by the owners! Whilst we were there it was 1 degree and the heating was on for 40 minutes in the morning and evening. We were told to use portable radiators and electric fire. The downstairs bedroom had a horrible damp smell. No one could have slept in there. There was damp in the utility room and our bedroom had signs of past leaks on the ceiling. Nowhere did it state the windows were single glazed thus adding to the cold! The lounge radiator was covered by a sofa. The bedroom by long curtains so the little heat there was went out of the window! Have to say in a lovely spot and central for lots of visiting of sites and sights.
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Judith
It did not look like it has been cut for a while. Even a track through the long grass would have been fine. As we had a small dog with us, it would have been better if she didn't get so wet when she went out. Which was a pity, a small piece of lawn would have done.
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Lawrence
It is on a busy road through the village and parking is right utside the front door. It is quiet through the night but starts to get busy from 6am and as bedrooms on the front can be disturbing I think this should be made clear. The cottage and garden do need some TLC. The towels were not good one we would not use and a little more attention to cleaning in general. Beds and bedding were ok and very comfortable.