Farnelea
Description
Located in the peaceful village of West Fleetham, near the amenities of Seahouses in Northumberland is Farnelea, a delightful, single-storey cottage.
Enjoying countryside views and a tranquil setting, whilst a short distance from Northumberland Coast AONB and its golden shoreline, Farnelea offers a contemporary yet characterful abode for a family break, inviting six guests.
Travel down the country lane before benefitting from designated parking for two cars, before entering the property and making your way to the fully-equipped kitchen/diner, complete with bespoke cabinetry and a host of appliances to ease your stay.
Prepare meals and dine indoors, or locate either of the private patio areas, also ideal for mealtimes together.
Head into the sitting room and be welcomed by lofty, beamed ceilings and homely furnishings, complete with plush seating, antique furniture, a rustling woodburning stove, encompassed by original stonework, and a Smart TV.
Relax in this space before travelling to the conservatory to watch the sun set and the stars appear overhead with a glass of wine in hand.
Catch some rest in one of the three well-appointed bedrooms, including two doubles and a bunk room, ideal for the children of your group; the bunk room houses a wall-mounted map of the world, whilst further oriental artwork and accessories are found through the home.
Awaken to a refreshing shower in the sleek bathroom, before exploring the surrounding area, heading for Beadnell Bay Beach, Seahouses Golf Club to practise your swing whilst enjoying coastal views, aboard a Golden Gate Farne Islands Boat Trips, follow the Villages in Time Guided Walks, reaching the landmark of Gunpowder House.
Continue to Bamburgh Beach, displaying delightful views of the magnificent castle, or hike up to Bamburgh Lighthouse for a fabulous vantage point, looking over to Inner Farne Lighthouse.
Complete your break in Alnwick, with the chance to tour the Bailiffgate Museum, dine out and stock up on the essentials, arriving to a host of amenities, enjoy walks alongside River Aln, finally reaching Preston Tower, recommended for history buffs.
Experience a Northumberland escape at Farnelea.
Your dates
Everything you'll need
- Wifi
- Garden / Patio
- Ground Floor Bedroom
- Ground Floor Accommodation
- Open Fire
- Wifi
- Garden / Patio
- Ground Floor Bedroom
- Ground Floor Accommodation
- Open Fire
- Pet Friendly
- Smoke Free
- Near Walks
- Washing Machine
What guests are saying
Yes, the cottage is well situated and at first glance appears clean and well maintained.
However ( pictures can be provided ) the mattress in the middle bedroom ( wooden bed ) has very much seen better days, I stay in around 4 cottages a year and this one is the worst I’ve stayed in mainly due to the bed. Mattress has partially collapsed at the edges and is also soiled, although this was covered with a topper. The bathroom was also very tired and most annoyingly the plug had to be taken out using a sharp kitchen knife or leave a bath full of water. The doors in the middle bedroom are jammed shut and will not open, thus no ventilation and also a potential fire risk. In the lounge the what maybe cream / beige rug is grafted and should really be changed or at the least cleaned. I know it’s a dog friendly property , and I always book dog friendly cottages, a little attention to detail goes a long way. The cottage kitchen is a farmhouse style with no kicking boards, underneath the units the state of cleanliness was very poor. I do fully intend to complain formally which sadly is not something I ever do. I intend to post this review to online platforms with supporting pictures, the cost of uk holidays are not cheap and the very least people should expect is to have a restful comfortable night. Final point the cottage has had a very nice pale grey composite door fitted , it looks lovely !, maybe replace the mattresses and sort the bath as this is what guests appreciate more. The week wasn’t a complete fail as the sun shone and we could use the small rear garden which was actually quite nice.
To be fair, 1st impressions were, oh god, what have we come to!
The shared parking lot let it down, needs a jolly good tidy up! The cottage itself, was lovely. Needs a new bed in the second bedroom, as it makes a tremendous noise everytime you moved. Also, the bath needs a Bathmat, quite dangerous as it's very slippery when having a shower. Could also do with a mirror above bathroom sink for shaving. Apart from that, we had a lovely stay.
Farnlea is in a great, peaceful location.
It feels like you’re in the middle of nowhere, yet you’re only a few minutes from the main road, with easy access to the A1 and the coast. The property felt very homely and had lots of charm and character, with lovely features such as the fireplace and ceilings. We especially enjoyed the sunroom and the different options for sitting outside, and it was lovely watching all the swallows flying around. The main bedroom bed was very comfortable, although the mattress in the kids’ room could have been better quality as you could feel the springs. The living room was comfortable, Wi-Fi was good and the kitchen was very well equipped. The welcome package was also a lovely touch. Overall, cleanliness was good, although some areas of the floors and the rugs looked like they could have done with a more thorough clean. The bath was a little awkward to get into and would definitely benefit from an anti-slip mat. We really enjoyed our stay. Farnlea is a peaceful, comfortable and characterful property and a great base for exploring the area.
Good to know
House Rules
Good housekeeping bond
This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150
Smoking
Not permitted
Stay Information
Check-in / Check-out
15:00 / 10:00
Property ref
1126552
Parking
Designated parking place
Guest & Pet Policy
Pets
Allowed
Children
Children and infants welcome
Accessibility
Ground floor