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The Retreat

Embleton, Northumberland (Ref. 1040640)

Customer rating

4.5

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Northumbria Coast & Country Cottages rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Swimming pool
  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Seaside
  • Broadband / WiFi

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41 Customer Review(s)

  • Jayne

    “We had a fantastic week at North Farm Cottages.”

    We stayed in the retreat with our two children and a dog. It is not one of the cottages that has been renovated but it was perfect for our needs. It was clean, comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. The on site pool was a huge hit with the children. The location is fantastic with paths to the beach and Embleton village which has a lovely pub and a very useful shop. Don’t miss the pizzas at embers on the other side of the village. There is a huge amount to do in the local area and we ...

    We stayed in the retreat with our two children and a dog. It is not one of the cottages that has been renovated but it was perfect for our needs. It was clean, comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. The on site pool was a huge hit with the children. The location is fantastic with paths to the beach and Embleton village which has a lovely pub and a very useful shop. Don’t miss the pizzas at embers on the other side of the village. There is a huge amount to do in the local area and we will definitely return.

    - Jayne, August 2026

    Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are delighted that you and your family had such a fantastic week. It’s lovely to know that the Retreat was comfortable clean and well suited for your family. We are also pleased that you enjoyed the location and discovered some of our local favourites including the pub shop and pizzas. We hope to see you back here very soon. Property Owner

Summary

  • Please note: This property can only accommodate Friday bookings
  • All-ground-floor
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin
  • Shower room with shower, basin and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Dining room
  • Sitting room
  • Shared play area on cottage complex.
  • Oil central heating
  • Electric double oven and hob, microwave, washing machine, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, TV and WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Travel cot and highchair in property, no need to request this before your stay, please bring your own bedding for the cot
  • EV charger on site
  • Off-road parking for two cars
  • Garden with lawn and furniture
  • One well-behaved small/medium dog welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop and pub 1 mile
  • Shared children's play area on cottage complex
  • Note: Beach is accessed via owner's land
  • Note: The swimming pool is available for all guests staying in our 13 cottages and 4 apartments, guests must go to the pool entrance area to sign up for the swimming slots they would like to use, using their property name, each stay is allocated a number of slots, 7 night stay - 5 slots, 5 night stay - 3 slots,3 night stay - 2 slots, the same time slot is not available to each property each day, swimming pool bookings cannot be made in advance of your stay, and your time slot includes access to the changing rooms

The property

Enjoying a lovely position on North Farm, a short stroll from the rest of the cottages, is this delightful ground-floor semi-detached stone cottage, The Retreat.

Sitting near the coast, within the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, you are wonderfully connected to the gorgeous Embleton Bay, as well as the village, and many surrounding attractions.

Enter this quaint abode and be welcomed into the porch and down the hallway, finding the charming sitting room on the left; here you can relax on the leather sofas and armchair before the TV as you wind down into your evening.

Continue past the traditional interior and find a pleasant dining room offering a social spot to gather in at mealtimes, with the kitchen down the hall hosting a great range of appliances for your self-catered stay.

Enjoy having a dishwasher, fridge, and washing machine all at hand, making your holiday a breeze.

Freshen up within the spacious shower room, and settle into either the lovely twin bedroom or the king-size, each with ample storage and elegant furnishings.

Enjoy sitting out in your own garden space on a summer evening, or a bright morning.

The Retreat will be a welcome escape in Northumberland for you and your loved ones.

Note: This property can be booked alongside Refs. 917240, 924725, 930497, 930498, 936518, 947951, 949760, 970049, 970136, 970137, 970138, 1040639, 1040642, 1112310, 1120842, 1122318, 1122319, 1122320, and 1122321, together sleeping a total of 87 guests.

North Farm Cottages

A group of tastefully decorated, luxury cottages with panoramic views towards Embleton Bay. Each cottage at North Farm has been individually styled with great attention to detail; with dining tables for those celebratory meals, sleek kitchens and large living areas to accommodate you and your loved ones, spacious bedrooms with soft beds and bathroom facilities, all of which help to provide a superb base for touring this beautiful county. Relax on the peaceful patio area or perhaps enjoy a dip in the newly-built swimming pool. North Farm was once a busy working farm and is still surrounded by lush green fields. A safe, gently sloping farm track leads from the farm down to stunning Embleton Bay, with little extras along the way to make the walk more exciting. Guests can say hello to the three deer, stop off at the old pill box for a rest or relax on the beach and spend the day making sandcastles and paddling. From the beach, turn left and take a stroll to the Ship at Low Newton, famous for its microbrewery and scrumptious food, or for a more ambitious walk, turn right and take in Dunstanburgh Castle. Head to Craster, where you can sample the delights of a crab sandwich in the Jolly Fisherman, or pick up some kippers from Robson's famous smokery. There is so much to see and do in Northumberland, with Alnwick Castle and Gardens, Holy Island, Bamburgh, Warkworth and Berwick all within easy reach. These delightful cottages are perfect for a beachside Northumberland break.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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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.

Please Note: This property will only accept a check in on a Friday

Swimming pool bookings cannot be made in advance of your stay.

Please note: The swimming pool will be closed from the 8th till the 22nd of January 2027

Note: The swimming pool is available for all guests staying in our 13 cottages and 4 apartments, guests must go to the pool entrance area to sign up for the swimming slots they would like to use, using their property name, each stay is allocated a number of slots, 7 night stay - 5 slots, 5 night stay - 3 slots,3 night stay - 2 slots, the same time slot is not available to each property each day, swimming pool bookings cannot be made in advance of your stay, and your time slot includes access to the changing rooms.

Travel cot and highchair in property, no need to request this before your stay, please bring your own bedding for the cot.

Note: Caravans/ motor homes/ commercial vehicles (eg vans) are not permitted to be parked outside the properties, there is alternative parking opposite the properties, just off the main site (it is still covered by our CCTV) This is available by prior arrangement at a cost of £20.

This property has a good housekeeping bond of £200

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