Dunlin Cottage

A lovely comfortable cottage with everything you need.

Dogs loved the large garden and we enjoyed the wildlife watching from the burn at the back of the property to the birds and bats in the large Willow Tree in the back garden. There was a slight issue with the back door when we arrived that it wouldn’t open and the French doors couldn’t be used but Peter had someone out within half an hour and it was sorted really quickly. Lovely owners. Great location right next to the road leading into Bamburgh and Seahouses. Across the road from a large nature reserve too which is just stunning. Thank you Janet and Peter for a wonderful stay! We will be back :)

Very well equipped.

Literally everything you could need. Enclosed garden is godsend if you’re travelling with your dog (or children). Good coastal walk only a short stroll from the house. Pull cord on the shower is temperamental, so we left it on all the time. Parking is in a shared courtyard for 4 cottages, which is fine if the front 2 car park properly. Would recommend reversing into your space. We would stay again. If you want to leave the car at home, there is a bus stop at the end of the road with services to Berwick, Belford, Bamburgh, Seahouses, Alnwick and Newcastle

When we arrived and entered the cottage it was lovely, we ventured out into the garden and the grass was covered in dog poo, it wasn't pleasant to pick up, also the rug and mat in the living room were soaked in dog wee.

I messaged the owner of which he apologised, but this is not acceptable. Apart from that the cottage was very comfortable and had everything you needed.

Did not realise this property was part of fair sized group.

Fortunately all our near neighbours were friendly and pleasant. The property was in a quiet area with little traffic noise and car parking was off the road and close. Comfortable accommodation and a splendid secure garden both very much appreciated. Perhaps a little attention should be made to maintenance. Overall we would recommend this property.

This was our second stay at Dunlin Cottage.

It is perfect for our dogs as the garden is big, secure and shaded. There is a lovely walk just across the road through fields where you can watch hares boxing - fantastic! And very convenient for Bamburgh as well. I'm sure we will return.

Nice cottage, comfortable settees and beds, well equiped.

Although I am afraid there are a few buts, the travel instructions were confused, we used the 3 word app which worked. The kitchen outside drain was blocked and the stair rail at the top of the stairs was loose. I booked this cottage for myself and daughter as we are outdoor people and the garden looked lovely but unfortunately there was so much bird droppings on patio and table and chairs it was unusable, such a shame

Lovely well appointed cottage with a good , safe garden which the dogs loved.

Beds very comfortable as were the settees in the sitting room. We enjoyed the log burner and plenty of logs provided for cosy evenings. Good hand rails on the stairs for the more elderly among us. Please note the bathroom is downstairs.

No lock on bathroom door , lounge door , kitchen door did not close so not easy to keep dogs in one room , back door in kitchen was in poor condition.

Despite this, we very much enjoyed our stay , beds were very comfortable , kitchen well equipped, this was our second time in this cottage.

It was lovely to arrive to the characterful cottage.

Janet and Peter had left us a thoughtful welcome gift of festive cakes, chocolates and wine. We had a lot of cosy evenings in front of the wood burner enjoying them. The dogs loved the big garden. The cottage is just a short costal drive to Bamburgh and all that has to offer. It was our first visit to the area and we will certainly be back.

We are regular visitors and once again have had a great week in a lovely property.

Recent re- decoration is spot on. We will be back if you’ll have us!

Have stayed in this property several times and have found it to be very comfortable well equipped and in the right location Every time we stay we are contacted just to make sure we have everything we need Which i think is a wonderful touch THANK YOU

Lovely warm and comfortable cottage.

Very well equipped. Top quality bedding. Great location. Secure garden for dogs .

The house was nice with a large garden but was a little tired.

The settees were grubby and carpets had seen better days. Can't fault the comfy bed and linen provided was spotless. Just needs a bit of a makeover.

Great property in a lovely location.

Perfect for a holiday with our 3 dogs with a safe enclosed garden. Bamburgh, Seahouses and the amazing beaches only a short drive away. The cottage was lovely and cozy, particularly loved the log fire, a real treat for us. Has everything needed for a relaxing holiday.

Second time staying at Dunlin Cottage and will certainly be back again.

House had everything needed and was very comfortable and homely. The large garden was great for the dogs to run around in whilst we sat and enjoyed the peace and quiet. The cottage is in a great location for exploring the area.

We had a fantastic 2 weeks at Dunlin.

A perfect location to explore the wonderful coast from and a cosy space to come back to each day. The enclosed garden was perfect for our two dogs and the cottage was perfectly equipped. Spotless on arrival and the cleaner checked in as promised. Part of a tree came down in the high winds and Peter dealt with it promptly the next day. Couldn’t fault anything about our stay, absolutely loved in and can’t wait to return - even if it’s just for the woodfired pizzas from the caravan park!

The cottage was lovely and clean and a lovely garden.

My daughter, partner and sister really enjoyed their week in this cottage whilst ourselves stayed in the adjourning cottage.

Could have been cleaner .

Double mattress a Disgrase Badly Soiled .

We absolutely loved this cottage.

The garden was big and our dog loved it. The cottage itself had everything you could need and more. The bed was so comfy too and it was spotless throughout. I had to call the owner as I couldn’t open the safe lock , he was so lovely and helpful ( it was me being stupid). We loved it so much, we have booked for next summer!! Thank you for a wonderful experience in a very special part of the world.

The cottage was lovely and clean, cosy and had everything we needed, including a properly secure garden for the dogs.

Would recommend and would come back.

Our stay booked was from 2nd June through til 7th June 2025.

We arrived at the cottage and were greeted by a strong smell of bleach. The cottage is cosy and comfortable. Small welcome pack is a nice touch. It is evident that the owner has furnished it with high end furnishings/crockery/and beds/bedding. It has a fabulous back garden (most of which requires cutting back) and our hairy kid absolutely loved it! It was great to settle in with the log burner after returning from a long day out. Logs provided are a welcomed addition! We had to complain to the owner as we slept on a discoloured mattress (which we have video/photo's of) which was marked with lots of various unsightly stains, and when we contacted housekeeper (whom we didn't rate highly) regarding no waterproof protector on bed, she said she knew and forgot to fit it. We put 2 extra sheets on bed until she supplied a regular used protector next day, and not a new one. The stained mattress is an absolute NO! NO! for anywhere we stay and the money we pay, and sleep/comfort is THE most crucial element of our stay, and the stains could not be unseen. It is sucha shame previous guests have disrespected the mattress by leaving these disgusting stains (which the housekeeper obviously saw and knew about,!) as the owner has paid such an expense for the high quality of it. Other negatives included: no fire mitt, oven mitt, kitchen back door requires looking at, no shower mat in bath, kitchen chair broken, amongst other niggles that the owner said she would correct. The cottage is lovely and peaceful and in a great location to explore surrounding areas. We washed sofa throws and cushion covers, and disinfected the floors, hoovered, and stripped bed in property and stocked the log burner before leaving in order for next guest's arrival, because that's the type of guests we are. Early June is a great time to visit.

Great cottage, perfect for us and our 4 dogs.

Everything you needed in the cottage lacked for nothing. Great sized enclosed garden which was ideal for the dogs. The only slight problem was the gate at the bottom leading to the river not closing properly. Just needs some attention for safety reasons. We tied a lead to it to keep secure so all was ok. We will definitely be booking again.

There was an issue when we arrived due to unforeseen circumstances, contacted the owner who sorted things out very quickly and then went the extra mile to make it up to us.

Beautiful setting and really comfortable cottage. Would definitely stay there again

Lovely cottage, great garden for the dog and really lovely walks all around us.

The cottage was ideal for us and a large dog and I'd like to think we will return. We even had a black bird nesting in the woodshed - made collecting wood a more delicate operation but was such a privilege to see (from a distance). Thoroughly recommend.

What a beautiful little cottage.

Lovely secure garden for the hounds to run freely in. Peaceful tranquil location but a 5 minute drive to Bamburgh and a further 5 to Seahouses. The cottage was clean and warm. The log fire a welcome addition during the evenings. Well looked after cottage, clean and welcoming. We shall return. if there was one minor recommendation it would be that the shower is upgraded to something with a little bit more gusto. Otherwise a lovely experience

Absolutely gorgeous little cottage, it's cosy, comfortable and so wonderfully peaceful.

I highly recommend it to anyone who is looking for a quiet retreat in a beautiful setting. Thank you for letting us enjoy your lovely property!

Perfect location Perfect dog proof garden Great facilities Great log fire Great dry fire wood Good internet and communications great tv

Had a fantastic stay everything you need is there have booked again

We had a lovely break away at Dunlin, which is a really cosy cottage in a pretty hamlet in a great location for coastal adventures.

Our hosts were fabulous, very easy to communicate with and more than happy to help. Great information booklets with everything you need to know. Good supply of logs for the cosy log burner. Incredibly comfortable bed and great pillows, well equipped and some lovely original features. We would definitely book again. Carolyn and David

Cosy cottage with good sized enclosed garden.

We loved our stay at Dunlin Cottage, everything we needed at hand, clean warm and comfortable.

Plenty of room and secure garden for our four legged friends.. Beautiful beaches nearby and awesome little cafe in Bamburgh also dog friendly . Will definitely be booking again Michelle and Stephen

We were surprised to find that this cottage is part of 4 cottages that face into a communal courtyard rather than being ‘end of terrace’.

The cottage was disappointing from the start, the approach through the courtyard had not seen a broom in a long time and once inside there were long black dog hairs floating on the kitchen and living room floors and a musty dank smell in the living room which filled the whole of the downstairs. The cause of this smell was a filthy mop and old water left in a bucket tucked in the cupboard under the stairs. Our holiday was abandoned early Tuesday morning as we felt we could not continue to stay in the cottage. We had problems the first evening (Saturday) with the bathroom light flickering and this was reported to the manager straightaway, the flickering caused a strobe effect and so we had to use a torch whenever we needed to use the bathroom. The following day a blocked drain at the front of the property was again reported to the manager. The blocked drain poured water into the communal courtyard and across the front door. The owner contacted us on Monday to say an electrician would be in to sort the light (that day) and the gardener would ‘take a look’ at the drain when he was in some time that week. Sadly, the electrician did not turn up and so the light was not fixed, when the owner was notified that this had not happened and sent a video of how bad the flickering was by WhatsApp, he replied that these issues (drain and light) would not normally be considered urgent and was keen to point out that he had responded to our concerns and was dismissive in his tone. Yes, he had responded to the messages but had not sorted the problems out. The cottage was dirty with old dusty cobwebs hanging off the kitchen light, dirt accumulating around the skirting boards and across the sockets and storage heaters. There were dead flies and cobwebs at the kitchen window. There is a large gap between the kitchen floor tiles and cupboard kick boards which is full of dirt which is difficult to clean. There are 4 cracked floor tiles in the kitchen. The washing machine displays a PAT testing label stating it is due a test in 2013. There is a fire risk assessment in the information folder that is for a completely different property. The extractor fan and light is not working, and there is damage to the worktop. The owner had been notified of these problems back in April 2024 via on online Sykes review and he had replied that this would all be sorted forthwith, however all the issues raised back then remain untouched The bath panel is damaged and could easily cause significant harm if we had accidentally walked into it. There are also broken tiles to the bathroom walls. The shelf in the bathroom is so wobbly you cannot stand anything on it. The light shade to the landing light is so full of cobwebs and dust it looks horrible. When I go away on holiday, I do not expect to have to clean the minute I walk into a cottage, and I certainly do not find it acceptable to have to use a torch when using a bathroom or for my husband to shave by torchlight. After leaving early Tuesday morning and returning home the owner was notified and photographs of all the above was sent to him so that he could tackle the issues raised. He has chosen not to respond or even acknowledge receipt of photos. We have had no other option but to escalate this to Sykes.

We all have a fantastic time.

Dogs kimi, jess , Buddy, and Dorra had a great running on the beaches it was lovely to come back to a cosy and warm cottage after a brisk walk on the beach. There where plenty of logs for wood burner which we really loved . Beds nice and comfortable. Kitchen well equipped . Garden was nice and large plenty of place for dogs to play . Unfortunately, weather was a bit to cool for us to sit out in garden. All pubs we visited in local area were dog friendly great staff and lovely meals

Lovely accommodation, kitchen had everything you would need including a large fridge and freezer, bedrooms were a good size and beds comfortable, lounge was also a good size with a log burner and plentiful supply of logs.

Accommodation is approx 2.5 miles outside of Bamborough in a really peaceful and quiet area, Budle Bay virtually outside the door and ideal if you are into ‘twitching’. Great value for money.

Lovely well equipped.

Kitchen Comfortable lounge … excellent complimentary log pile …..lovely garden We took hot water bottles … the upstairs and the kitchen was a little cool ( storage heaters not very efficient ) We had an excellent stay

The cottage was lovely and comfortable.

Very nice part of the country so many interesting places to visit and such lovely beaches nearby

We had a wonderful time at Dublin, the cottage is warm and comfortable with everything you in the kitchen, sofas and beds were very comfy.

We had four dogs with us and they loved the garden, which is fenced and secure, which gave us peace of mind to have a cuppa in the garden and let the dogs wander around. I will definitely be recommending to family and friends.

Cottage lovely just difficult to find

Great location with a secure garden, safe for dogs questionable.

We arrived to find the freezer was solid with ICE and the door wouldn’t close not allowing the opportunity to place anything. Cleaner arrived to collect the dirty washing bags, we informed her who informed us that she had reported on a couple of occasions and kindly left with the washing bags. On the surface the property was clean and then when we moved the two single beds into a double the vacuum had to come out. Day 2 we left and upon our return we couldn’t gain entry due to the key barrel lock not working. We contacted the two owners on several occasions with no response. Due to having a six-year-old child we then contacted Sykes cottages who tried to contact the owners on several occasions, again no response. Two very kind neighbours who could see I had two ladies and a child who was in distress provided a contact number for a locksmith. I once again contacted Sykes cottages to inform them that I could have a locksmith within the hour which granted was the bank holiday Sunday to be informed that they do not manage the maintenance side and had no authority to confirm either way and asked if I could wait. It became evident that we had left an opener open in the first floor bedroom window. A neighbour kindly provided a ladder and I 68 years of age had to climb through the top opener of a bedroom window to gain access. After we had finally gained entry the owner text me to see if I had gained access and informed he had called on the house phone and left a message. We then had to wait 48 hours to allow I believe the locksmith who initially fitted the lock which was under guarantee to fix the door and to repair one of the two rear doors. A property with three external doors and only one working provides confirmation of maintenance that is carried out. Locksmith arrived and repaired the main door and managed to adjust the second door that along with the second rear door needed adjustments. Having previously read other peoples comments and responses provided by the owners, we did take photographs and yes we did report accordingly to the owners. The freezer remained as we found it apart from having to scrape ice of on a couple of occasions to allow the door to close. Lessons learned. I will definitely ask before hiring any future cottages who is in charge of the maintenance and to make sure my daughter isn’t taking a photograph of her dad climbing through a window. By the way went viral. Sykes cottages- need to look closely what they are managing and especially how they are maintained. Owners- need to maintain the property by planning rather than being reactive, have a system in place to check that the property is clean and make sure the facilities and amenities are in good working order and respond accordingly. I believe this is the very first time I have made any formal complaint. And I trust people reading my feedback is here to help support all concerned as like all of us we want to have a comfortable stay with all amenities that is stated.

Lovely little cottage, needs a little bit of TLC

Unfortunately on arrival there were several cleaning issues and the garden was a complete mess, overgrown bushes, weeds and nettles meant it looked nothing like the photos on the website, and it certainly did not make us want to sit outdoors, despite the good weather.

Someone had kindly left us 3 dog poos to pick up too. One of the chairs in the kitchen was broken and unsafe to sit on, so we couldn’t sit and eat together as a family. There was a stain on one of the quilt covers, and randomly, every single pillow case was put on inside out. The dirty, smelly mop was left in the bathroom and the shower switch was hanging off until we screwed it back on. Most of the issues were highlighted and some were resolved, others (like the chair) were not. So what should have been a lovely place to stay was let down by the feeling that it was tired, unloved and has been left to get into a state of disrepair in places. A real shame given the wonderful location, and while the issues with the cottage did not ruin our holiday, it certainly does not represent value for money and is not recommended.

On the whole we liked the cottage but there were some issues: 1.

We know the property was dog friendly but the smell of dog was almost overpowering for the first couple of days. 2. There was pet hair on the sofas and under the kitchen table when we arrived, so had to run the hoover over the place 3. The bathroom seemed to have a beetle issue, as I killed about a dozen on them whilst staying

Nice cottage, spent a comfortable week here.

Large enclosed garden with a gate to the barn at the back, dog friendly, super comfortable beds - we slept very well all week. Well equipped kitchen. Not much walking can be done from the door because even though it's in a quiet spot you turn onto a busy road with no paths, but luckily it's a 5 min drive to lovely Bamburgh and the amazing beach there. Many other highlights nearby including Ross Sands, Seahouses Harbour and Dunstansburgh Castle. Housekeeper contacted us on the first night which I thought a nice touch. No major issues although I do think the cottage could do with a little updating in a few places; trims on french doors missing, garden seems quite tired and not as appealing as the pictures, hob extractor only works on 1 switch and no light, Henry hoover with no pipe attachment and dustpan and brush wonky so we couldnt hoover/sweep up dog hairs during our stay which we normally would do for our own comfort. Also I used the washing machine once and it got so hot I couldnt touch it so that may well need replacing! Just small things, which didnt ruin our holiday at all, but need to be taken into consideration for future bookings.

Lovely old style cottage in a desirable location.

great that the owner gave an over view on the history of the cottage and the area. Cleaning not to a professional cleaning standard. Informed the owner and sent photos. I was informed of some items that was going to be replaced by him. Happy with owner contacting me whilst I was there. Great for dogs with secure area.

We have just had a lovely week enjoying everything that the area has to offer.

How great it is to find a dog friendly cottage with a perfect garden for them to let off steam. There was nothing that we were short of as the cottage was very well equipped. We would have no hesitation in recommending this property for a relaxing and dog friendly break.

We were very disappointed with the property, we found it to be grubby and in need of some maintenance.

Kitchen - extractor fan not working, several cracked floor tiles, damaged worktop next to hob which is unhygienic, the door to the hall can't be closed securely and the unit plinths were displaced. Hall - broken pest controller which suggests the property has had an issue with mice. Bathroom - broken bath panel. Living room - balls of dog hair left under the coffee table, dead flies inside all the picture frames. Garden - pails and buckets of stagnant water and general garden cuttings left giving a very untidy appearance. General - surfaces had not been dusted and there were lots of cobwebs and items from previous guests left under the bed. We left the property two days early and do not consider it to have been value for money and therefore will not return or consider recommending it to anyone else. We did not contact you at the time because we were there for our Ruby Wedding Anniversary and did not want that interrupted.

Just had 3 nights in Dunlin cottage and loved every minute.

Th house is perfect and the en closed garden was ideal four our 4 dogs. Great location for exploring the area. Good walks on the doorstep. Highly recommend it.

Cold no kindle for fire and needed good clean

Beautiful cottage set in a lovely area.

Great garden for dogs and so close to beach. Lovely cosy feeling and appreciated logs for log burner being included. Very clean and kitchen well stocked with things. Easy to find and also travel to other places. Would possibly recommend replacing pillows as they felt old and lumpy which didn't fit with everything else being perfect. Would certainly recommend and hopefully return.

Great cottage well equipped dogs enjoyed garden a lot of pictures on walls painted by owner really good and a varied artistic talent the bird wildlife lovely to watch enjoyed our stay

Everything perfect loads of cooking utensils lovely cosy feel only one suggestion a light fior back garden so could see our black furbaby lola the garden was so pretty and despite being November we sat out in the afternoons after a long walk budle bay right on the doorstep a little piece of heaven

Lovely cottage garden fabulous for the dogs only thing I would recommend is for a light for the garden at night it was impossible to see we're the dogs were apart from that a lovely stay and would definitely return.

We had a lovely time in Dunlin Cottage.

Everything was very satisfactory. The garden was great for the three dogs as were the beaches - they had a ball. We will return.

Plenty of space and quiet.

Perfect with the dogs. Well equipped.

Lovely property and well equipped.

Had everything we needed for our stay and the welcome pack of tea/coffee/biscuits was really nice. The garden was great and our 2 dogs loved exploring in it. Property ideally suited for exploring the area. Unfortunately I broke my foot on our first day so weren’t able to explore everywhere we wanted to so will definitely be back and wouldn’t hesitate in booking Dunlin Cottage again.

The cottage is in a great location and the garden is a real bonus.

However, there are two large areas of damp.. one on the stairs and one on the ceiling in the main bedroom. Unfortunately, water came through the bedroom ceiling one night during a rain storm and we had to put the bin down to catch the water.

Excellent cottage.

Lovely garden, great for the dogs. Great location, remote and peaceful. Lots of place to visit close by. 5 stars from us.

Lovely comfortable cottage , very warm ,clean and cosy and had everything thing you need for a great stay .

Really excellent was the private enclosed rear garden for our dogs . Great location for visiting Bamburgh and surrounding areas , local beaches are amazing . Would recommend for people wanting a dog friendly cottage .

Beautiful comfortable cottage.

Much larger than expected with fully enclosed garden which had a patio area with table and chairs to enjoy the large gardens.. great adventure for dogs! The garden gate leads to the river and onto the coastal walk. Fully equipped kitchen with washer and dishwasher essential pack of dishcloth washing up liquid and sponge provided as well as welcome pack of biscuits tea/coffee and milk. Patio doors from bright kitchen to garden also door direct from living room to garden. Sash window boxes give lots of light and wonderful views all through the cottage. Downstairs bathroom with electric shower over the bath and the only toilet. Spacious large double bedrooms very comfortable we all had great night’s sleep. During our stay we encountered cold weather and lit the well stocked log burner. The cottage has storage heaters in all rooms which were welcome. 7 minutes by car to Bamburgh to wonderful beach. Highly recommend Dunlin Cottage well thought out for dog owners (bowls provided!)

Location was brilliant.

Cottage and surroundings were ideal. The garden was superb and perfect for our dog, although the use of a bird-scarer by a neighbour was a problem. The cottage was of a high standard, very clean and comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked and well equipped. Linen and towels were very good and plentiful. On the downside, the log-burner was ineffective (I have one at home for comparison) and outside, the parking could be a challenge. Local amenities were good and eating out was fine. Would certainly use the cottage again.

A delightful cottage.

Lots of charm and with a very relaxed welcome. We loved the area as did our dogs. We have had a super time. Thank you

Hi There were no logs when we arrived but after ringing the owner he informed us that he also owned next door so go help ourself then a delivery was arranged.

Just some cosmetic improvements could be made. A new log basket, the fire needs some tlc it roars and eats wood and doesn’t really throw out much heat. We bought some coal which improved it slightly. No outside light in the garden. The garden could be made lovely it just needs a good tidy up we removed lots of leaves from the door from the lounge as we couldn’t get out! The shower was hot but the pressure is almost non existent. Curtain poles in the bedrooms would look lovely with some curtains even though there are blinds fitted. We loved our stay and we will be back just little things that could make a big difference.

Lovely quaint cottage, brilliant for our dogs and such a good location.

We enjoyed our stay and it was good value for money. Found it unusual there were no curtains anywhere and the first time we have rented a cottage where there has been no welcome pack?

The cottage has many excellent specifications.

A lovely comfortable bed and the enclosed areas back and front will suit pet owners and parents alike. Very pleasant living room and well equipped.

Good location, very clean - would recommend.

Lovely cottage, full of character and with some period features.

Very rural, quiet spot with excellent links to Bamburgh.

Clean and well-equipped cottage ideally located to take advantage of the coastal walks.

A lovely comfortable property in a nice quiet location.

Very close to a large beautiful beach. Lovely size garden. Loved it! We will be back!

Clean and tidy well furnished two bedroomed cottage on side of the river with breakfast kitchen and pleasant sitting room to rear of property.

Garden to the rear with table and chairs provided on patio. Very pleasant stay on Budle Bay with our two dogs!

Lovely property with a good fenced garden for dogs.

Loved the log fire!!

A nicely presented cottage, clean and comfortable.

......ideal property for holidaying with the family dogs!