Fidra

4.2★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

16 Customer Review(s)

Pauline
September 2023

“I would definitely go here again but was very surprised that the cottage had no information file, most places have details like nearest vets, drs etc and any local walks or places they would recommend.”

The directions could be better as doent point out that you need to go though the stone gateway as no name outside. This may sound petty but every single holiday we have there is always a little welcome gift and we were disappointed. It is in a great place, very comfortable with lovely views.

The directions could be better as doent point out that you need to go though the stone gateway as no name outside. This may sound petty but every single holiday we have there is always a little welcome gift and we were disappointed. It is in a great place, very comfortable with lovely views.

- Pauline, September 2023
Malcolm September 2023

“Great views and located in a very unspoilt part of the Northumbria coastline.”

The view from upstairs window was outstanding, and hard to beat, and owner-provided binoculars were a nice touch! The main bed was comfortable and bedding was good quality linen. On the other hand, cleanliness could have been improved in a few places, i.e. under sofa and between the seat cushions, the kitchen really needs improvement (as others have said - e.g. basic oven, no small pans, no egg cups) and a fan would have been really useful as upstairs gets VERY warm in the sun. Also..no local information at all (e.g. recycling days, where to eat, places to visit). None of this detracted from a really enjoyable stay, but feel more could be done with this cottage.

- Malcolm, September 2023
Michael July 2023

“Generally happy with the cottage, it is in a wonderful location a few minutes walk from the beach and with great views.”

Would happily stay there again. Main problem we had was getting clothes dry, it was a fairly wet week so difficult to hang washing outside, an indoor clothes horse would have been great. Otherwise the cottage is well equipped, although the kitchen is a little cramped when cooking for 6 people.

- Michael, July 2023
Shirley July 2023

“The location of the cottage and the grounds were very good.”

We loved the views from the cottage and watching the wildlife. We felt that the kitchen could have been better equipped and that some of the pans should be replaced. An inside clothes horse would be useful for when it’s wet.

- Shirley, July 2023
Mike May 2023

“Really enjoyed our time at Fidra, and have already booked for the same time next year.”

- Mike, May 2023
Emma February 2023

“We really enjoyed staying at Fidra for the week.”

The cottage is in a really quiet and quaint area in Embleton. The view from the cottage is absolutely fabulous - stunning green fields and the sea. The bedrooms are decent sizes and the living room is extremely homely and comfortable. My only constructive criticisms would be that the upstairs flooring is extremely creaky. When sleeping downstairs, if people are upstairs, you can hear every footstep. This could do with being sorted. Also, some of the furniture is looking a little tired and could do with replacing (bedroom wardrobes). The dining room table and chairs are lovely and roomy: however, the chairs are extremely heavy so my parents-in-law and children struggled to move them. Overall, we had a brilliant stay and would definitely return.

- Emma, February 2023
Aug 2021

“Nice location with a view to die for.”

- , Aug 2021
Jul 2018

“Amazing view, accommodation that works.”

Good quick Wi-Fi appreciated by teenager!

- , Jul 2018
Jun 2018

“Great location with fabulous beach within walking distance.”

Wonderful view from the living room. A very comfortable cottage. Well stocked local shop. Good local pubs serving food and only a short distance to Newton by the Sea - and The Joiners Arms, a Bistro pub.

- , Jun 2018
Jun 2018

“Very peaceful and wonderful views.”

- , Jun 2018
May 2018

“Beautiful views, comfortable place with all you need for a lovely week.”

- , May 2018
May 2018

“The views from the rear of the property over the fields and out to sea were fantastic.”

This is what sells the property.

- , May 2018
Apr 2018

“Excellent location, wonderful views, perfectly comfortable for a family of six.”

Well equipped kitchen.

- , Apr 2018
Feb 2018

“Outstanding views of Embleton Bay from the upstairs living room.”

Warm (underfloor heating in bathroom much appreciated in February). clean, comfortable property with everything you need for an enjoyable self catering holiday. Plenty of room for six of us and our dog. So peaceful, but two minutes walk from pub, shop and playground. A pleasant 15 minute walk down the hill to the beach with those incredible views.

- , Feb 2018
Oct 2017

“A very well equipped property with wonderful views.”

- , Oct 2017
Sep 2017

“This was in a brilliant location in Embleton - twin bedrooms rather small but adequate - the view from the open plan lounge/diner was beautiful - the cottage has bedrooms on ground floor.”

- , Sep 2017

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Summary

Reverse level
Three ground-floor bedrooms: 1 x double, 2 x twin
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
First-floor kitchen
First-floor living/dining room
Oil heating
Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
TV, DVD player, Hi-Fi, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for 1 car
Non-enclosed garden with lawn and furniture
2 well behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.1 miles

The property

Fidra is an attractive stone built barn conversion with spectacular panoramic sea views from all windows. To the right is the ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle, to the front fields run down to unspoilt beach and to the left the unrestricted vista stretches to the rugged Farne Islands. GROUND FLOOR Bedroom 1 with double bed. Bedroom 2 with twin beds. Bedroom 3 with twin beds. Bathroom with bath, over shower, WC and basin. FIRST FLOOR Living/dining room large open plan with picture window, TV/DVD and Hi-Fi. Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, and washing machine. OTHER FACILITIES Grassed area for sitting out with table and chairs. Oil central heating. All electricity, oil, bed linen and towels included in rent. Private parking. 2 dogs welcome by arrangement. £150 refundable security deposit required.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

EMBLETON

Craster 3 miles; Beadnell 4 miles; Alnwick 7 miles.

The pretty village of Embleton is ideally placed for exploring one of the most attractive stretches of Northumberland's Heritage Coastline. A beautiful grassy path runs from the village to neighbouring Craster, alongside the sea and past Dunstanburgh Castle - the largest ruined castle in Northumberland. Embleton itself has a village pub and a local hotel, and there is an excellent range of amenities in nearby Alnwick. The gardens at nearby Howick Hall are open during the summer and are noted for their beauty, whilst Alnwick Castle and Garden are a 'must-see' when visiting the area. For the keen golfer, Dunstanburgh Links Course is about 1 mile away - just one of several excellent courses in the vicinity.

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Embleton, Northumberland (Ref. 1122167)

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Reviews & Ratings

“I would definitely go here again but was very surprised that the cottage had no information file, most places have details like nearest vets, drs etc and any local walks or places they would recommend.”

“Great views and located in a very unspoilt part of the Northumbria coastline.”

“Generally happy with the cottage, it is in a wonderful location a few minutes walk from the beach and with great views.”

“The location of the cottage and the grounds were very good.”

“Really enjoyed our time at Fidra, and have already booked for the same time next year.”

“We really enjoyed staying at Fidra for the week.”

“Nice location with a view to die for.”

“Amazing view, accommodation that works.”

“Great location with fabulous beach within walking distance.”

“Very peaceful and wonderful views.”

“Beautiful views, comfortable place with all you need for a lovely week.”

“The views from the rear of the property over the fields and out to sea were fantastic.”

“Excellent location, wonderful views, perfectly comfortable for a family of six.”

“Outstanding views of Embleton Bay from the upstairs living room.”

“A very well equipped property with wonderful views.”

“This was in a brilliant location in Embleton - twin bedrooms rather small but adequate - the view from the open plan lounge/diner was beautiful - the cottage has bedrooms on ground floor.”

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The property

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About the location

EMBLETON