Whiteadder Bank

4.8★

8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

18 Customer Review(s)

Robert
September 2024

“Excellent accomodation in an attractive setting, looking out over a river.”

There were nice walks from the house, and Berwick was only a couple of miles away.

There were nice walks from the house, and Berwick was only a couple of miles away.

- Robert, September 2024

So glad you enjoyed the house and many thanks for such positive feedback! Jess and Andy Property Owner
Sarah September 2024

“We had a wonderful holiday at Whiteadder Bank from 6th to 13th Sept 2024.”

The house was in a lovely setting and very comfortable and well equipped.

- Sarah, September 2024

Thank you so much, that is great to hear! We look forward to hosting you again in the future. Jess and Andy Property Owner
Michael August 2024

“It is a lovely place with good views along the river there were some issues ...”

It is a lovely place with good views along the river there were some issues with the cleanliness of the property I;E staines on the upstairs carpets dripping tap in the shower room no fire starter pack as stated on the manifest beds are uncomfortable couldn,t get a good nights sleep kitchen good size lounge good size with comfortable seating

- Michael, August 2024

Thank you so much for your feedback. We have notified the cleaners and maintenance team of the points raised. We hope you enjoyed your holiday despite these issues. Jess and Andy Property Owner
Catherine August 2024

“We needed somewhere to stay for our daughters wedding along with family from France.”

Whiteadder bank is beautiful and spacious, the setting is idyllic and yet only a short drive to berwick-upon-tweed. Absolutely loved our week here and will hopefully be back again soon

- Catherine, August 2024

Thank you for your feedback and we're so glad it all worked out well! Look forward to hosting you again soon, Jess and Andy Property Owner
Vanessa July 2024

“We absolutely loved this house.”

Was just perfection. Felt so spacious and secluded. The free standing bath tub was to die for. Everything has been thought out so well. Lovely to have a dishwasher and washing machine etc, good Wi-Fi. Lovely welcome basket too. Will definitely be back. Pure luxury.

- Vanessa, July 2024

Thanks for such great feedback. We're glad you had a good stay and look forward to seeing you again. Jess and Andy. Property Owner
Samantha July 2024

“Lovely house, perfect for large families, great location”

- Samantha, July 2024

Thank you for your positive feedback, we are so glad you enjoyed it! Jess and Andy Property Owner
Stephen June 2024

“A beautiful place to stay, had the best time.”

Comfortable, so peaceful and all together fabulous.

- Stephen, June 2024
Ian June 2024

“Spacious and comfortable property.”

Peace and quiet. Fully equipped with ample crockery, large fridge, separate freezer, dishwasher, washing machine etc.. Two nice showers. Strong internet if you have to work. Ideal location for Berwick and the coast. A few niggles - a baking tray and bottom of fridge were dirty, we'd booked for the twin to be made into a double and it wasn't (one call to Sykes and this was corrected within hours), driveway slightly overgrown setting off car sensors every time you went up or down, garden needed a little tidy. Small niggles, nothing to spoil the holiday,

- Ian, June 2024
Robert June 2024

“Fantastic location — next to the Whiteadder river looking out over sloping fields with lots of birds and other wildlife (and surprisingly entertaining sheep) with public footpaths from the doorstep.”

Yet Berwick-upon-Tweed is just a short drive away — a small mediaeval town with lots of character, yet easy to access by car — with free parking! There are lots of places of interest nearby or within an easy drive — we especially enjoyed a boat trip to see seals, Puffins and other sea birds at Farne Islands. The house is spacious and comfortable with a well equipped kitchen — plenty of pots and pans, cutlery and crockery. We liked the design of the relatively recent renovation, the main access is via a boot room, which makes it easy to keep the rest of the house tidy. There are large windows along the length of the house — ideal for watching the wildlife. All bedrooms and bathrooms are accessed from a long corridor which provides flexibility to accommodate different groups. The house is well insulated with an efficient central heating system which we found had been set to maintain a comfortable temperature. It’s a unique, quality, property in a beautiful location and we highly recommend it to anyone seeking a comfortable rural break in this under-appreciated part of the world.

- Robert, June 2024

Thanks for taking the time to write such a kind review. We’re really pleased you enjoyed you stay so much. Thanks again Andy and Jess Property Owner
Diane May 2024

“Had a wonderful stay, we were 4 adults and 2 well behaved dogs.”

We were also lucky with the weather, eating out on the patio most days. The views are amazing, the house is beautiful. Just a 10 minute drive into Berwick town and not much further if going to the beach. The house has all of the amenities you could wish for, washer, dryer, oven, fridge, freezer, dishwasher etc.. also tv although the channels took some finding sometimes but we got there in the end. There was a lovely gift basket on our arrival which included a bottle of sparkly and biscuits amongst other items. There are leaflets and brochures in the house with maps showing all places to visit nearby. The heating came on in the mornings for a short time which allowed warm towels in the bathroom and also despite the number of showers each morning, the water was always nice and hot. We did contact the owners on arrival as there was no water in the property, but this was down to Northumbrian Water and not through any fault of the owners. However, Jess could not do enough, and within a short time the waterboard was at the house and they fixed the issue (which apparently was somewhere down the road due to work which has been done earlier in the week). Jess, however, messaged several times to make sure it was fixed and check we were okay. One thing I will never forget are the amazing views, such a wonderful property. Thank you for helping make wonderful memories. xx

- Diane, May 2024

Thank you for such a lovely review. It means a lot when people enjoy the house as much as we do! We hope you are able to come back in the future. All the best, Jess and Andy Property Owner
Michael May 2024

“Superb location and cottage.”

Plenty of daylight and well furnished. Wood burner a nice touch particularly as the weather was chilly and being technophobes we were reluctant to fiddle with the central heating controls.

- Michael, May 2024

Thank you so much for your feedback, we are delighted you enjoyed the house! Jess and Andy Property Owner
Gordon May 2024

“Hello, excellent house and location.”

please check valve in cystern in large bathroom - tendency to stick and allow water to constantly flow. Perhaps look at mattress in large bedroom - may need replacement. We used additional logs but did not have the central heating switched on at the same time. If we came back to the area we would look no where else. Regards, Gordon Connacher

- Gordon, May 2024

Thank you so much for your feedback, we are delighted that you liked the house so much! We will look in to the mattress and the cystern - thank you for the heads up. We look forward to hosting you again in the future. Jess and Andy Property Owner
Laura May 2024

“I booked this property for my colleagues for a few consecutive weeks and they loved it.”

The communication, from my point of view as the booker, was also very good. Will definitely be booking again.

- Laura, May 2024

So pleased it all worked out for them Laura! Thank you for the feedback and we look forward to your next booking. Jess and Andy Property Owner
Jackie May 2024

“A lovely property.”

It was ideal for us, our three daughters and their partners. Very comfortable and clean with a wonderful view of the river and the sheep on the hillside. So relaxing. The kitchen had everything we needed. Only 10 minutes to Berwick and half an hour to Ford and Etal, both well worth visiting. A couple of suggestions - provide clear instructions for the central heating and have mirrors and waste paper bins in all the bedrooms. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend this property. Thank you!

- Jackie, May 2024

We're really glad you enjoyed your stay and thanks for the helpful suggestions. Jess and Andy Property Owner
Christopher April 2024

“We loved the house and were very warm and comfortable there.”

It’s well appointed, and the big windows make the most of the view.

- Christopher, April 2024

Thank you so much, we are delighted you enjoyed your stay! Jess and Andy Property Owner
Rosie December 2023

“Such a great house for us - a group of old friends.”

It was warm, clean, loads of sociable space and helpful owners. Also there is a wonderful bath, fantastic showers, and we saw an otter and loads of interesting birds. Highly recommend this place. Only thing we could think of to improve it is some more chopping boards :) Thank you again.

- Rosie, December 2023

Thank you so much - it means a lot to get such good feedback. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to hosting you again! Jess and Andy Property Owner
Caroline October 2023

“We had a few days at Whiteadder bank, we all thoroughly enjoyed it is one of the best holiday cottages we have stayed in, very well equipped and so peaceful but not far to nip to Berwick if you need anything.”

On arrival we had a lovely welcome pack with refreshments and local honey and jams which we all enjoyed. The beds were very comfortable and we all slept very well. The patio area is great if you get good weather it would be nice to sit out in the summer for a barbeque, we just settled for a cup of tea!. There are some binoculars which were very useful to look at the birds feeding on the river, we were not lucky enough to see a seal or otter but maybe next time. We will come back again to this lovely house with the family in the future

- Caroline, October 2023

Thank you so much for your kind comments, we really appreciate it. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay and look forward to hosting you again! Jess and Andy Property Owner
Stephen July 2023

“Loved Whiteadder Bank - 5 Stars Ours was a very last minute booking, due to the fact that we had walked away from sub-standard accommodation provided by another company!”

Sykes Cottages to the rescue and luckily for us, Whiteadder Bank was available. Our intention was to originally stay in Bamburgh, but after finding Whiteadder, the location was perfect. Literally a few mins drive from the main A1 route South & North, but in such a tranquil setting. We loved sitting out on the terrace listening to the sheep talking loudly to each other. Beautiful views. The property itself has been refurbished to a really hi-spec and we couldn’t have asked for more. We will definitely return in the future. Thank you to owner Andrew for hosting our last minute booking and for being in contact with us regarding a few questions we had. Highly recommended.

- Stephen, July 2023

Thanks for the kind comments, Stephen. We're really pleased you had a good stay and look forward to seeing you again! Andrew Property Owner

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Summary

Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin (ziplink), 2 x doubles
Bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Cloakroom with basin, heated towel rail and WC
Kitchen/diner
Utility
Sitting room with wood burning stove
Oil central heating
Electric double oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
Smart TV and WiFi
Fuel, power, and starter pack for wood burner stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair, travel cot and stairgate available on request
Off-road parking for 5 cars
Multi-level garden with patio with furniture
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 2.6 miles, pub 1.9 miles, river 30 meters
Note: Low wall surrounding property, with steep drop – please ensure children are always supervised
Note: The garden is not enclosed

The property

Situated a few miles from Berwick-upon-Tweed is this fantastic property, Whiteadder Bank. It is perfectly positioned next to Whiteadder Water, and every bedroom offers views of the river and the farmland beyond. Recently renovated, this former pair of shepherds’ cottages has been turned into an immaculately laid out, luxurious family retreat. The river is beautifully visible from each of the four bedrooms, making them the ideal area to bring a pair of binoculars and look for some wildlife. Heron, salmon, otters, and occasionally even seals call the river home. A sizable, well-equipped kitchen is located downstairs, and the roomy living and dining areas have huge French windows that open onto the sun terrace and a sizable garden so you can enjoy the finest of indoor-outdoor living in the summer. A patio off to the side of the house has a rustic table that seats eight, making a delightful place to dine, drink, and unwind outside. The property has a lovely cosy vibe in the winter thanks to the wood burning fireplace and thick lined drapes. Between Berwick-upon-Tweed and Paxton village, in the tranquil hamlet of Canty's Brig, is where you'll find Whiteadder Bank. The Cross Inn, the closest pub, is only across the border in Scotland and may be reached via a lovely river walk through the woods. Alternatively, follow the walk that follows the River Tweed to Paxton House, an accessible Georgian mansion located within 80 acres of gardens and forest. Or take a long stroll in the opposite direction along the River Tweed to Berwick to see the magnificent Royal Border Bridge. For more difficult walks, more daring visitors can go to the Lammermuir or Cheviot hills. Beautiful beaches, coastal pathways, and other tourist sites are close by; the expansive stretches of Cocklawburn, Cheswick, and Goswick beaches are accessible by car. When the tide permits, Lindisfarne is 15 miles distant, Bamburgh Castle is 22 miles away, and Etal Castle, which has a well-known light railway, is 12 miles away. The lovely seaside trails at Coldingham and St Abbs Head can be reached by taking a leisurely minute-long drive to the north. Along with the Maltings theatre and cinema, Berwick-upon-Tweed has a selection of independent stores, supermarkets, pubs, and restaurants. Berwick's station is on the main East Coast rail line directly connecting London and Edinburgh. Whiteadder Bank is a wonderful holiday spot that's ideal for both unwinding and touring the entirety of Northumberland and the Scottish Borders.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

BERWICK-UPON-TWEED

Alnwick 35 miles; Holy Island 10 miles; Edinburgh 56 miles.

Berwick-upon-Tweed is a coastal town positioned at the most northerly tip of Northumberland, offering four sandy beaches, riverside walks and abundant cycling trails for visitors to enjoy. Stroll the circular walk atop the town's Elizabethan walls, and capture the spectacular views across the River Tweed estuary and Berwick's three bridges, including the famous Royal Border Bridge. Brush up on your history by visiting the local museums, enjoy sun-filled days at the beach and be inspired by the exhibitions in the town's superb galleries. The nearby town of Duns offers an award-winning butchers and a quality delicatessen, as well as pubs and restaurants, whilst the Jim Clark Museum and the Jim Clark Rally draw racing enthusiasts from all over the world. Duns Castle is well worth a visit, a romantic castle in a beautiful, natural setting, with well-marked woodland and lakeside walks through the estate.
Venture on a short trip up to Eyemouth to feed the resident harbour seals and enjoy the award-winning fish and chips, or take a boat trip for some coastal exploration. This is a great base for exploring the beautiful Scottish Border region together with the picturesque coast and countryside of Northumberland.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Excellent accomodation in an attractive setting, looking out over a river.”

“We had a wonderful holiday at Whiteadder Bank from 6th to 13th Sept 2024.”

“It is a lovely place with good views along the river there were some issues ...”

“We needed somewhere to stay for our daughters wedding along with family from France.”

“We absolutely loved this house.”

“Lovely house, perfect for large families, great location”

“A beautiful place to stay, had the best time.”

“Spacious and comfortable property.”

“Fantastic location — next to the Whiteadder river looking out over sloping fields with lots of birds and other wildlife (and surprisingly entertaining sheep) with public footpaths from the doorstep.”

“Had a wonderful stay, we were 4 adults and 2 well behaved dogs.”

“Superb location and cottage.”

“Hello, excellent house and location.”

“I booked this property for my colleagues for a few consecutive weeks and they loved it.”

“A lovely property.”

“We loved the house and were very warm and comfortable there.”

“Such a great house for us - a group of old friends.”

“We had a few days at Whiteadder bank, we all thoroughly enjoyed it is one of the best holiday cottages we have stayed in, very well equipped and so peaceful but not far to nip to Berwick if you need anything.”

“Loved Whiteadder Bank - 5 Stars Ours was a very last minute booking, due to the fact that we had walked away from sub-standard accommodation provided by another company!”

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About the location

BERWICK-UPON-TWEED