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Whin Hill Cottage

Craster, Northumberland (Ref. 1129115)

4.6★

Northumbria Coast and Country Cottages rating

  • 8 Guests

  • 4 Bedrooms

  • 3 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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18 Customer Review(s)

  • Ben

    “The house is very good and in an excellent location.”

    One problem is with the hot tap in the downstairs en suite. Whenever hot water is used anywhere in the house, the tap starts to whistle. The solution seems to be to turn the tap on and off again. The noise is so loud it woke us one night and we did not report it as we thought we had the solution (above) but then it recurred randomly without anyone using the water in the early hours of the final night again waking us up. This will probably need a plumber to look at it. One other small issue ...

    One problem is with the hot tap in the downstairs en suite. Whenever hot water is used anywhere in the house, the tap starts to whistle. The solution seems to be to turn the tap on and off again. The noise is so loud it woke us one night and we did not report it as we thought we had the solution (above) but then it recurred randomly without anyone using the water in the early hours of the final night again waking us up. This will probably need a plumber to look at it. One other small issue is that there is no battery in the Bluetooth speaker remote.

    - Ben, March 2025
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Summary

  • Four bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x ground-floor double, 1 x double, 1 x twin
  • Ground-floor Jack-and-Jill shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Jack-and-Jill bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Utility
  • Living/dining room with woodburning stove
  • Central heating
  • Electric double oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
  • Smart TV, WiFi, sound system
  • Off-road parking for 3 cars
  • Enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio and furniture
  • Two well-behaved pets welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop and pub 0.1 miles
  • Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out at 10am
  • Refundable service charge applicable

The property

Whin Hill Cottage is a magnificent, four-bedroom home located in the Northumberland town of Craster.

Up to eight guests and their two four-legged companions are welcomed to enjoy the ultimate retreat to Northumberland at Whin Hill Cottage, which boasts stylish décor throughout, a well-equipped kitchen, off-road parking, and a woodburning stove.

As soon as you enter your new home away from home, relax in the comfortable sitting area by turning on the Smart TV and cosying up in front of the wood-burning stove, which is ideal for those cooler evenings.

While they prepare a delicious meal for the family and settle down to enjoy a glass of wine at the table, let your partner get to know a beautiful selection of kitchen gadgets!

If you'd rather savour your surroundings for a little longer, take advantage of the wonderful, fenced garden to have a meal outside while letting your dog play safely.

After finishing your essential evening routine, retire to one of the three beautiful bathrooms to enjoy a warm shower or bathe in the tub before retiring to a super-king-size, double, ground-floor double, or twin bedroom to get some rest before another day filled with exciting experiences.

If you can manage it, start your schedule with a lovely stroll along Craster Harbour or along the Dustanburgh Castle Trail, which begins right outside your door and leads to magnificent castle ruins from the fourteenth century.

Practice your swing at the Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Course, savour the breath-taking coastal views at Howick Sands, explore a variety of plants and animals at Howick Hall Gardens and Arboretum, or spend the day in Alnwick, which offers a wide range of services and attractions, including The Alnwick Garden, Bailiffgate Museum, Hulne Park, and St. Michael's Church.

You'll never run out of things to do or see thanks to your excellent location, which also allows you to take advantage of a wonderful range of lovely beaches, including Bamburgh Beach, Longhoughton Beach, and Alnmouth Beach.

Whin Hill Cottage is the perfect base for your upcoming getaway to Northumberland.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £300.

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About the location

CRASTER

Alnwick 7 miles; Embleton 3 miles.

A picturesque village that seems to tumble into the sea, Craster was an important fishing harbour in the 17th century and is still famous for its oak cured kippers which have graced the best breakfast tables for more than 150 years. The village offers a pub serving food, a fish restaurant and Robson's famous fish shop. There is also an excellent children's playground. Nearby are some of Northumberland's finest sandy beaches. Just south of Craster is Howick Hall, which was built in 1782 and has associations with the Grey family, including Earl Grey the great social reformer and tea enthusiast. The gardens at Howick Hall are open to the public during the spring and summer and are especially worth a visit during the rhododendron season. A walk along the coastal footpath to the north of Craster brings you to the dramatic ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle - the largest ruined castle in Northumberland.

Note: The hedge between gardens is low - large dogs could get over.
Coffee Machine is a Nespresso Krups
Note: £300 Good Housekeeping Bond

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas