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Dairymaid's Cottage

(Ref. 1122031)

Amble, Northumberland Show on map

4.5

Sykes rating

  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets No

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Broadband / WiFi

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16 Customer Reviews

  • "The property was very comfortable and suited our needs entirely."

    The only thing that I feel should be mentioned is that it is currently situated right next door to a large building site. This really would only affect people staying in the warmer weather if they spent any time sitting outside the property. Would it have stopped us going on this trip? The answer to that would be ‘no’.

    Reviewed by Kevin5.0Nov 2024

  • "Warm & comfortable but impersonal & lacking any of the usual extras (books, maps, local information, personal touches etc)."

    Generic 'Welcome' packs poor, washing up liquid just enough for 2 days (but 3 dishwasher tabs for non-existent dishwasher!!) Fridge was not working at all - should have been picked up by housekeeper &/or owner. NCCC resolved issue but we were without fridge storage for 48 hours (milk & a meal lost).

    Reviewed by Jill3.4Oct 2024

  • "Dairymaid Cottage has been thoughtfully and tastefully presented for holiday lets."

    Everything is provided and easy to use. We enjoyed the staying there, and appreciated all the comforts. However, there was no indication from Sykes about the building works (in the "vicinity") being actually adjacent to the cottage.. I also asked whether the approach road to the cottage had lighting at night, and was told that it did. In fact the cottage is reached from an unlit junction, into an unlit lane, then to locate an unlit gateway. Neither outside light on the cottage was working. By telephoning the Chester office, we managed to get one swiftly repaired. The main reason why we will not recommend Sykes to anyone is because Customer Support has now been digitalised. This means that one cannot speak to anyone directly, and even my call to Northumbrian Cottages from the cottage about the lights was answered in Chester. Personal contact is essential for tenants when holiday issues need to be discussed, and it is sad that this lets down the good quality of the rest of the operation.

    Reviewed by emma4.1Oct 2024

  • "The cottage was beautiful The only thing I would suggest is a mirror to help when leaving the property as it’s very busy with building traffic & there is a blind spot ."

    We nearly had a collision when pulling out onto the road as the wall is very high .

    Reviewed by Amanda5.0Aug 2024

  • "Lovely quiet cottage attached to a farmhouse."

    Everything clean and tidy with a modern kitchen Footpath into town a bit overgrown and care must be taken when pulling out onto the lane. A good location for exploring the Northumberland coast. Would certainly stay there again

    Reviewed by Michael4.7Jun 2024

  • "Had a VERY comfortable week at this property, it has everything needed included and the location is perfect."

    Reviewed by David5.0Apr 2024

  • "Lovely cottage very comfortable ."

    Perfect for a break very central for all the places to visit in Northumberland . Really quiet rural setting.But not far from Amble busy port with many amenities. Would like

    Reviewed by Margaret4.7Nov 2023

  • "Bathroom sink slow running due to dirty hair filled drain, shower was the same."

    Dusty cobwebs everywhere in the cottage and bathroom skirting boards not cleaned covered in dust. A hoover would be great to clean up sand brought in which being a seaside location is inevitable, brush and dust pan no good for older couples ! Oven not cleaned food bits left in the bottom. Would like more essentials, no one wants to take washing up liquid or toilet rolls on holiday, and what was supplied was insufficient for a week! Cafetière obviously for decoration only as we wasted some of our ground coffee as it just poured out the grounds with the water, had to buy one from Morrison’s. Wi-Fi didn’t work used up so much data, on phones as it only came on occasionally and even then was poor connection. Rug in sitting room was dirty too, perhaps not the best colour for a holiday let. The cottage is ‘okay’ but a few small simple changes would easily take it to excellent. Not the best value for money, we stayed in cheaper places in the area with far better facilities and much cleaner.

    Reviewed by Debra2.8Oct 2023

  • "I loved the fact that the owners didn't come to greet us, I find those encounters a little awkward."

    The cottage was very comfortable and attractive with all the features and services we needed. The peace and quiet was amazing and proximity to Amble brill. A great place to discover or re-discover the wild beauty of the area.

    Reviewed by Andrea5.0Oct 2023

  • "Poor layout - shower/toilet at opposite end of building to bedroom [long walk during night] ."

    Same problem with kitchen [long walk from dining table]. Inadequate supply of washing up liquid for 1 week.

    Reviewed by William3.8Sep 2023

  • "Beautiful cottage in a lovely peaceful location."

    Very comfortable and well equipped with quality furnishings. We stayed in the cottage next door last year which led us to rebook. The patio area gets sun nearly all day and makes a lovely spot for an evening drink. Nice local walks in beautiful countryside too.

    Reviewed by Lisa5.0Jun 2023

  • "Although the property was in an idea location for us we felt it lacked a welcome feeling if it was the owner who lived on site we felt a knock on the door just to say hello would have been nice, we also felt it lacked a few basic essentials a pint of milk some liquid hand soap and a toilet roll of better quality would have been appreciated, it was definitely the most basically equipped in that way that we have stayed in over recent years."

    Reviewed by Jennifer3.8Jun 2023

  • "On first day of holiday we had 9" of snow in Rotherham so before we set off we telephoned Sykes to see if they could check weather conditions in Amble."

    The customer service we received from the first lady we spoke to was nothing short of scandalous. Fortunately on ringing back we got a better response.

    Reviewed by Terry4.7Mar 2023

  • "Beautiful little cottage very comfortable with everything you could need."

    Handy for Amble which has good facilities. Ticked all the boxes for us

    Reviewed by John5.0Feb 2023

  • "Lovely well finished place with everything you’d need."

    It’s also situated in a very quiet location and is ideal for costal and country walks.

    Aug 2021

  • "Lovely cottage, had everything we needed."

    Furniture all comfortable, very clean & tidy. We had sun all day sat outside, the town was walkable via a footpath at the back of the farm. Would really recommend it.

    Jul 2021

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This property is part of the Northumbria Coast and Country Cottages collection.
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Summary

  • Single storey
  • One king-size bedroom
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Sitting/dining room with Gas stove.
  • Gas heating with gas stove
  • Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge with freezer compartment, washing machine
  • Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for 1 car
  • Patio with furniture
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop 1.2 miles, pub 1 mile
  • Note: The lawned garden to the rear of the patio is not for guest use as this is the owners private garden

The property

A beautiful stone-built single-storey barn conversion settled into the outskirts of Amble, Dairymaid’s Cottage is the ideal couple’s getaway to Northumberland, with easy access to local amenities.

Park off-road in front of the property and unpack with ease, making your way into a beautiful sitting/dining room with wooden flooring, a bare brick fireplace housing a woodburning stove and a selection of stylish sofas where you can relax with a coffee, and here you will also find a dining area for two.

When mealtimes call, cook a romantic meal for two in the beautifully finished kitchen, sporting contemporary grey furniture and ample amenities, as well as a second sitting area.

Matching the décor from the living areas, a beautiful king-size bed sports grey décor with hints of yellow, and there is a lovely contemporary bathroom where you can shake the sand from your hair after a long day at the beach.

Outside you can enjoy breakfast in the sunshine in a quaint patio area before heading out to explore the local scenery.

Amble is a bustling seaside town with a lot on offer for guests, beginning with the selection of tasty eateries and independent stores, so why not explore the town before enjoying the river and harbourside views on offer?

Amble allows you to explore the local wildlife with easy access to Hauxley Nature Reserve, or there is the option of a wonderful boat trip to Coquet Island, a RSPB nature reserve located just off the coast.

Further from the property you will find the fantastic town of Warkworth, where there is the ruins of a fascinating castle and a sandy beach, or head over to the market town of Alnwick where there are many independent shops to browse.

Make the ideal romantic holiday for two with a stay at Dairymaid’s Cottage.

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About the location

AMBLE

Warkworth 1 mile; Alnmouth 4 miles.

The bustling little seaport of Amble is situated at the mouth of the River Coquet and is an ideal place for exploring Northumberland. Historically a centre for boatbuilding, Amble offers a marina, a harbour, sandy beaches and coastal walks to the bird sanctuary at Hauxley and country park at Druridge Bay. Large fishing boats moor along the harbour wall and land a variety of fish, prawns, crabs and lobsters. There is a fish centre on the side of the harbour that is now primarily a shell fish hatchery to re-stock levels of lobster and other shell fish, this sells local fish and is open to the public. A mile south of Amble is Coquet Island, an RSPB reserve with a large population of terns, puffins and eider ducks and boat trips around the island can be arranged. The pretty coastal villages of Alnmouth and Craster and numerous superb beaches are only a short drive away, whilst picturesque Warkworth with its castle, charming Alnwick with its castle and award-winning gardens, and the National Trust’s Wallington Hall and Cragside are all within easy reach.

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Note: The lawned garden to the rear of the patio is not for guest use as this is the owner's private garden.
Note: There are building works taking place in the vicinity. Neither the owners or Northumbria Coast & Country Cottages have any control over this. It may be that no disturbance at all is caused throughout your holiday but at some time during the midweek there may be some noise. (Work is not permitted at the weekend).

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas