Dorothy Forster Court

We have stayed in several Sykes properties but Dorothy Forster Court is the best so far.

The property has character and has modern well maintained equipment.The layout of the lounge/kitchen is very good & comfortable. We like to include some golf when away and weren't disappointed. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would like to make a return visit some time. Douglas

I love Dorothy Forster Court as it's right in the centre of Alnwick and therefore within easy walking distance to all the amenities.

The gardens and Castle are within easy walking distance from Dorothy Forster Court. The property has everything for a comfortable stay.

We loved staying at Dorothy Forster Court; it was quiet, but very close to the pubs and shops of Alnwick.

Parking was easy and close, and we were grateful for the permits provided. The kitchen was well equipped, and bathroom clean and well equipped. Any negatives? We struggled to think of any, it is a lovely place to stay. The situation for recycling was a little unclear so it would useful if there was some expanded guidance on what can be recycled locally, and where. But this is clearly picky, when overall its a wonderful place to stay.

Lovely little cottage, well equipped with everything we needed and a good location for local shops, restaurants and cafes.

The cottage stayed lovely and cool even on the hottest days which was a real bonus and the bedroom was very quiet. We really enjoyed our stay there and would recommend it to others .

Such a characterful and well situated property.

Just a little disappointed in the courtyard which looked in need of a little TLC . Did not use it however as there was so many nearby places to visit

The accommodation was exactly as described.

The location was perfect for visiting the castle, pubs & restaurants & the town . Parking on the road free of charge was a bonus . The accommodation was very clean throughout & well equipped. We didn’t use the washing machine, watch tv or cook at all but very useful to have . The welcome pack of toiletries & slippers was such a lovely surprise. We would definitely recommend the accommodation & would like to return . Very impressed

We had a lovely weeks stay at Dorothy Forster Court.

It is ideally situated in Alnwick for visits to the castle and gardens and then only 20 minutes to Bamburgh and Seahouses information/maps were very helpful. The apartment had everything you needed and more even providing electric blankets for the beds which was great for us oldies. Car parking with the permit was good and we had no issues parking around the corner. The only thing we noticed was we had a drain smell the first evening from the shower trap, but this went after it had been used and it could do with a new loo brush. But otherwise a fantastic stay and we will hopefully return.

2nd stay at this property.

Can’t fault it. Comfy beds, great new shower room and lovely kitchen/lounge area.

This was our third stay in this apartment and when we walked through the door it felt as if we were coming home.

It looked as though it had been recently decorated throughout, and was spotlessly clean. It is centrally located to shops, cafes, bars and restaurants and Alnwick Garden (castle closed in winter). We couldn't find the visitor book to leave our comments for others to read. We very much hope to return.

DFC was warm, comfortable and spotlessly clean.

There were lovely touches like the tea tray laid for our arrival with pot, tea and biscuits and milk in the fridge. Toiletries and slippers greeted us in the bedroom. Everything you could need had been thought of and provided from cooking pots the right size for two people to hot water bottles and woollen throws. The apartment is well situated by the castle and within minutes of shops, cafes and pubs. I heard back speedily when I enquired about putting out the wheelie bin though not when I advised about our slightly early departure to avoid bad weather conditions going home. My only niggle, and it's minor, is that I felt there were one or two instructions too many. Though we followed them all to the letter!

No 1 Dorothy Foster Court was lovely, very cosy and well equipped.

A very handy location for everything in Alnwick. We really enjoyed our stay

An absolutely lovely property.

Very well situated in the town. It was well equipped and the welcome package was very welcome. Its close enough to excellent bars and cafes, supermarkets etc. It was very clean, the beds are beautifully comfy and warm. All in all for access and comfort this is one of the best properties we have stayed in.

The owner was helpful and called me back to give the information requested.

The house was very conveniently situated for the town and castle, being part of a C18th historic building. The interior was recently refurbished to a good standard that maintained the old feel but with all modern conveniences. The furnishings very comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped and neatly organised to maximise the space.

On arrival was delighted to find a quaint well equipped cottage, once we had unpacked we found our feet and was surprised how convenient to all the local amenities we were .

I would recommend dorothy forster cottage to anyone it was a lovely place to come back to after a day exploring.

A beautiful cottage in a fantastic part of Alnwick.

The facilities were excellent. It was like home from home. Beautifully clean, comfortable and very well equipped.

Great location, comfy beds, good facilities but unfortunately a terribly bad smell in the showeroom that spoilt the whole experience.

Also towel a bit thin & one had a small whole in it. Which was such a shame as otherwise it would’ve been 5 stars. I appreciate that it’s a very old property but if you can’t address the plumbing/ sewers then best not to let it out. The smell was constant so maybe not plumbing or sewers either damp or newly placed bathroom silicone? But if that was so it would’ve have worn off after a day or so sadly it didn’t. Really appreciate the slippers, toiletries, tea bags ,biscuits sandwich bags etc- a lovely touch , thank you

A very nice property the place was spotless, and the welcome pack was very good, alnwick is a beautiful place and well situated to visit other places in the area i would recommend dorothy forster court and the area to anyone.

Prachtig huisje van alle gemakken voorzien!

This is a lovely property and with historical interest.

Though space is tight, it is very well organised and beautifully furnished paying attention to detail. Thank you for the care you have put into it.

A lovely property in a prime position, near the Castle.

very comfortable and clean.

The cottage was well equipped and comfortable.

It is in a central position and the parking was a bonus.

The property was exactly as described and very comfortable, with everything we needed for a wonderful stay.

The location was great too, right in the heart of Alnwick, with even parking nearby taken care of. The only slight disturbance we encountered was from the upstairs property, where we could hear noises from time to time. This is the nature of the building we imagine.

Great place and very well located.

Very warm and comfortable. Well equipped kitchen. Close to castle and restaurents. Walking dustance to bus station with regular buses to varied locations. Would thoroughly recommend.

Brilliant location absolutely fabulous cottage great value we will definitely be back.

Gorgeous period apartment, beautifully presented, very clean and very comfortable.

Cose to the castle and the high street and in easy walking distance of other attractions. Excellent pub/restaurant within 1/4 of a mile (the Dirty Bottles) well worth a visit. This was our second visit this year and won't be our last. Can highly recommend this accommodation.

A fabulous accommodation, central & so convenient for wandering round Alnwick.

Extremely well presented, clean & fresh decor. Parking is so convenient. I would highly recommend this property.

Not a reflection on the property but parking in Alnwick can cause minor inconvenience and for that reason only I would have preferred to have chosen a property with parking.

That said the permit provided worked.

Really lovely property, felt totally at home from the moment we walked in.

Very well situated for exploring Alnwick and surrounding area. The only criticism is that the shower room is a bit tight, specially for the larger person, which we are, also the step up into the shower is very high, could possibly do with a grab handle. But would certainly recommend to family and friends . Regards T and M

I love staying at Dorothy Forster Court.

It's so central to all the amenities Alnwick has to offer. It's like home from home. Will be back some time in the future.

We had a lovely stay in this property which is perfectly situated for Alnwick and surrounding area.

The property was exactly as described, clean and well equipped. The welcome packs were a nice touch. Parking was not an issue, thank you for the permit. We always found a space close by. Alnwick is a perfect base for exploring the local area and with this property being centrally located is was so easy to stock up on food or eat out. The beds are very comfy, we got a great night's sleep.

The flat was a great location in Alnwick and comfortable.

The main issue was it felt damp the whole time. It doesn’t get any direct sunshine, the small lobby at the front door smelt badly of damp, and the general feeling was chilly. We had the heating on during the whole stay. The bathroom floor is sinking by the loo, the towel rail only heats half way up,

Well located property, every thing we needed for a great stay, would not hesitate to stay there again if we are up that way.

Great accommodation in ideal location .

Thoroughly enjoyed our week.

We had a lovely time in No 1, Dorothy Forster Court.

The cottage was beautifully presented and we were very comfortable. It's position in Alnwick was so close to everything we walked everywhere we wanted to be in Alnwick. Would thoroughly recommend this accommodation.

The bedroom was a delight, beds very comfortable but the curtains, although they looked lovely could really have done with a blackout lining, waking at 4.

00 a.m. is not my idea of a good night's sleep. Parking was a major problem for me, the 50 yards quote rarely happened if we returned before 6.00 p.m. but this was on bank holiday. Other than these we had a fab stay in a beautiful cottage. These things might not bother anyone else.

A great place to stay, very clean and comfortable, in an ideal position, near the castle

A well presented property that the owner clearly takes pride in.

Very clean and beds very comfortable; we slept very well. Well resourced with good TV and kitchen equipment etc. Quiet location even though it is in the centre of Alnwick. Close to good restaurants and a couple of friendly bars. Particularly close to the entrance to the castle. Very good free residents’ parking nearby, with spaces always available. Well positioned for exploring Northumberland, being close to Craster, Alnmouth, Boulmer, Embleton, Howick, etc. M&S food hall not far away!

Excellent stay in lovely location, ideally situated for the castle and the town.

Will definitely be booking again. Loved the apartment which had history as well as quiet luxury and comfort.

Perfect location in the centre of Alnwick made everything accessible Property was comfortable and well had all items needed

We thoroughly enjoyed our Christmas at Dorothy Forster.

The apartment is tastefully furnished, warm and well equipped, including a Christmas tree! A stone’s throw to pubs and shops and a short drive to the wonderful Northumberland coast AND Santa found us! Thank you.

Lovely apartment in a quiet part of Alnwick.

We both had the best couple of nights sleep we’ve had for a long time. Can’t fault anything. Thank you.

This cottage was lovely through out.

Couldn’t fault a thing. Seats and beds very comfortable. Very little outside noise even though it’s on the road and there was plenty parking spaces 50 mtrs away. Def recommend it and def go back

My wife and I loved the house, its location and accessibility to old Alnwick.

Our main concern was parking but as it turned out, not a problem as we could always find a spot for the night between the castle entrance and the Bailiffgate museum. The fridge has not been fixed (no freezer, no door handle so had to prise it open with fingers). Other than that everything was OK, even the misfitting doors! Bathroom a bit tight but OK. Beds very comfortable. Overall, very clean. We will certainly return.

Lovely place.

Well appointed. Comfortable, except beds weren't particularly so. Duvets left us slightly cold (heating was off overnight). A double rather than two singles would also be an improvement.

A perfect apartment for two.

Has everything you need and in a great location.

Everything needed in the cottage for your needs.

On arriving we experienced 3 days of diy above including hammering, drilling and moving furniture not a good start. After the weekend the noise upstairs wasn’t to bad but definitely not creaky floorboards. *Note the step up to the shower is high and difficult for my husband with mobility problems.

the only thing was the noise from the apartment above

The welcome pack, slippers and milk in the fridge were all nice touches, the level of cleanliness and overall decor was very pleasant.

The advertised picture of the courtyard should be removed, it has nothing to do with the property and appears to be used rather than the less flattering entry to the cottage. The cabinet above the toilet in the very small bathroom was a bump to the head for us both, maybe remove it? The strong smelling scented oils in the bedroom are presumably used to mask the musty damp smell (we understand the property is very old) but can be an issue for asthmatics. The list of chores to carry out prior to leaving seemed a little over the top.

Another comfortable stay in your apartment, everything is as it says on the website and we will definitely be visiting again.

A lovely place to stay.

Really well equipped and beautiful clean. Only one downside was the lack of some space outside. I asked if there would be somewhere to sit outside and was sent a picture which bore very little resemblance! The courtyard is owned by the house behind and although there was a bench it was totally overlooked by the other house. Luckily we had beautiful weather and were out and about for a lot of the time but it would have been good to have somewhere to have a coffee etc.

Parking was a little awkward.

I had to park where I could on arrival to find the permit indicating where I was allowed to park so that meant a small search. It was difficult unloading and loading having to park on the pavement on double yellow lines that was stressful. Waste disposal/depositing was a bit protracted and would have been worse in bad weather having to walk further than anticipated.

We were unaware of occupancy above, if we had been informed I doubt we would have booked,on saying that, apart from the very sqeeky floor above we had a very enjoyable and comfy week, slept very well, very comfy bed.

The property was in an ideal position and parking was ideal.

We had a wonderful stay in this lovely home from home.

Perfect location for discovering the wonderful county of Northumberland everything within a short distance. Alnwick itself is beautiful and we ended our stay by having a meal at the magical tree house Alnwick gardens. We also had lovely meals at the Market Tavern.

Absolutely beautiful accommodation.

Really well placed bang opposite the entrance to the castle which is definitely worth a visit - full day for us. We got the train from alnmouth to Edinburgh for one day - really easy 10 mins away and free parking at the station. Recommend the hop on hop off bus and camera obscura. Bamburgh castle is beautiful - right on the beach - but has no tours / guides so not as interesting as alnwick (for me and my 12 year old anyway). There's everything you need for a stay at the accommodation, we cooked most evenings (easy micro / oven meals) and there was everything we needed on hand. Heating and hot water worked fine and it was lovely to have a little pack of shower gel etc (we didn't use it but it was a lovely thought). I did find the bin instructions a bit confusing but that was probably my fault (we just took the rubbish with us to dispose of). Would definitely recommend and would stay again.

Surprisingly quiet for central Alnwick.

Very convenient for excellent Aviva buses( particularly if you have a bus pass). Morrisons was almost our corner shop.

Been 3 times booked for next next year always clean warm and comfortable and everything you need , alnwich on your doorstep and a great base for exploring northumberland

This is a lovely cottage in a central location.

It had everything I needed for a perfect and relaxing weekend break. I don’t drive so having the bus station a few minutes walk away made visiting the area very easy. I will definitely return.

We have had a truly wonderful week and feel we have only scraped the surface of Northumberland and its delightful folk.

This property has been superb for us in all aspects, very comfortable, generous and well located. Every thought has gone into its presentation and welcoming pack. We will return Thankyou.

Thank you for all the care taken with the property and for the welcoming tea, milk and biscuits.

The property was of high standard, warm comfortable and relaxed and well appointed in Alnwick. We will definitely recommend to friends.

The property and location could not be faulted.

Thank you for providing all the special extras, so clean and well equipped. Home from home, we loved it here. Yes we will return.

Easily the best holiday cottage we have stayed at in Alnwick.

Cosy, comfortable and central.

second time we stayed and hope to come again.

Lovely property and tastefully decorated and well equipped.

There was milk,tea and biscuits left so able to have a cuppa on arrival. Also many thoughtful touches.

Very good accommodation, it was clean and warm which is what we needed in February.

Excellent modern well equipped property for 2 people, all on the ground floor.

We really appreciated all the little extras that were left, such as slippers, milk, tea bags, biscuits, kitchen roll and toiletries. This property is just a couple of minutes from shops, cafes and restaurants, literally round the corner from Alnwick Castle and Garden but quiet, especially as the bedroom is at the back away from any road noise. We never had any problem parking just a minute away on Bailffgate on the cobbled parking spaces with the parking permit which was provided. We would definitely book this property again.

A comfortable cottage in an excellent location.

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Dorothy Forster Court was exceptionally clean and is ideally located and exceeded our expectations.

The owner had gone out of their way to provide essentials to ensure we had milk, tea, coffee etc. The parking permit was an added bonus as parking is often an issue.

Clean, tidy cottage ideal for 2 people.

Located in a central location in Alnwick town with lots of amenities close by and a lovely surrounding area. Cottage has a well equipped kitchen an excellent shower and very comfortable beds.

Lovely property near centre of Alnwick, and full of character.

Would recommend to friends and family. Will definitely return at some future date.

Very clean and comfortable ground floor apartment in the centre of Alnwick.

The owners have thought of everything we could possibly need.

Spotless, quaint and comfortable cottage.

Soft fluffy towels and good quality bed linen. Nice touches such as toiletry pack and slippers. Minutes from shops and restaurants. We would definitely stay here again.