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Secret Kingdom Cottage

(Ref. 1052864)

Warkworth, Northumberland Show on map

4.9

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets No

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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  • comfortable (23)
  • lovely (23)
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  • well (19)

51 Customer Reviews

  • "My husband and I had a wonderful 4 day stay at Secret Kingdom, Angie, one if the owners met us on arrival, she was lovely, making sure we had everything we needed."

    The cottage is beautifully furnished and was equipped with everything we could need, it was clean and very comfortable. It was a very peaceful, restful place, fabulous location not far from gorgeous beaches. Many thanks Angie and Frank for making our stay so we wonderful.

    Reviewed by Bridget5.0Nov 2024

  • "A very comfortable and clean property in a lovely area of Northumberland."

    Angie goes the extra mile, to help in any issues you may have. There are lots of information about what to do in the area from Angie and Frank. A peaceful and well-loved property. A real home from home.

    Reviewed by Kathryn5.0Oct 2024

  • "It was a lovely cottage."

    So cosy and homely. Had everything you need for an amazing week. The views are great and waking up to amazing sunrises over the sea in the morning are special. Communication with the owner throughout was excellent. All in all it is a little gem.

    Reviewed by Karl5.0Oct 2024

  • "What was there not to like!"

    I spent a bit of time prior to our holiday researching different locations and properties before settling on 'Secret Kingdom'. I am so glad we did - absolutely everything was perfect. I honestly, cannot think of anything negative to say about this holiday property. It has our (myself and wife) 100% recommendation. Spacious, well specced, clean and comfortable.....and very nice owners!

    Reviewed by Roderick5.0Sep 2024

  • "We had a fabulous stay at Secret Kingdom."

    The property was clean, modern and had fabulous views. Angie and Frank went the extra mile to ensure we made the most of our stay. They provided excellent suggestions for attractions to visit, places to eat and also provided a huge bag of toys that are our 2 young boys definitely appreciated!

    Reviewed by Reetesh5.0Aug 2024

  • "Lovely eco-cottage - clean, comfortable and well located as a base to explore."

    The only downside was that we found the underfloor heating system complicated to operate and slow to respond on cooler days and in the evenings. We recommend that visitors attend the ‘training session’ from the owners.

    Reviewed by Scott4.4Aug 2024

  • "Secret Kingdom Cottage had everything we needed for a relaxing break."

    Great location, well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, lovely outdoor seating areas, plenty of parking space. Angie, the owner, was really helpful. It suited our needs perfectly - big thumbs up from us!

    Reviewed by Rona5.0Aug 2024

  • "Very comfortable with everything we needed four our stay."

    Reviewed by Jane5.0Jul 2024

  • "Secret Kingdom Cottage is one of the best cottages we have stayed in."

    Angie and Frank are the perfect hosts. The cottage was very well equipped in a very quite rural setting. Lots of information on places to visit and eat. We have no hesitation in recommending Secret Kingdom Cottage for your next visit to beautiful Northumbria.

    Dear David and Val, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback questionnaire. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback about Secret Kingdom Cottage being the ideal location for places to visit and dine. Wow... one of the best cottages you have stayed in. Thank you. We really value your feedback and very much hope to be able to welcome you both back again soon. Property Owner

    Reviewed by David5.0Jul 2024

  • "A beautiful property, well maintained, excellently maintained and in quiet and convenient location."

    My wife and I stayed for two weeks and loved our holiday in Secret Kingdom Cottage. There is so much to do and see in the area and with Alnmouth train station just 10 minutes away, catching a train to Newcastle and Edinburgh is very easy. Amble is just a short drive away with its supermarkets, restaurants and take aways and, Warkworth is a short 1.5 miles away or a short drive and we would highly recommend Bertrams for both breakfast and dinner. Angie couldn't have done more to make our stay happy and comfortable and we would highly recommend.

    Dear Adrian, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback questionnaire. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback about Secret Kingdom Cottage, the ideal location and places to visit and dine. Thank you. We really value your feedback and very much hope to be able to welcome you both back again soon. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Adrian5.0Jun 2024

  • "All 4 of us had a fantastic time at Secret Kingdom Cottage."

    Clean,comfortable,modern and a great home from home for our week in Northumberland.

    Dear Gareth, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback questionnaire. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback, Thank you. It really was so lovely to meet you all. We really value your feedback and very much hope to be able to welcome you all back again soon. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Gareth5.0Jun 2024

  • "Lovely house in a wonderful location."

    Everything needed for a self catering stay. Great space, comfy Sofas, great dining area. Plenty of crockery cutlery, glasses and plastic to use outside. Bedrooms both have ensuites, comfy bed and although no actual wardrobe there is good hanging space and plenty of coat hangers. Lovely outdoor area Consisting of table and chairs and then a sofa area, great views outside and in of sea and Croquet Island. Very private area and also great parking space for cars. The house is in a great area for Bamburgh, Alnwick castle. With Cragside and Wallington Hall (National Trust), Berwick upon Tweed. Warksworth is a lovely village with eateries, the castle and numerous pubs. We will definately be going back to this property

    Reviewed by Michael5.0Jun 2024

  • "Everything was spotlessly clean and very comfortable, with even the smallest of comforts considered, e."

    G. tissue boxes, cleaning products, tea, coffee supplied, as well as welcome chocolate, flowers and wine. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting Northumberland to use this cottage. Only one slight issue with one of the showers, but communication with the owner was great. The property is a credit to the owners, the 4 of us had a lovely time, thankyou!

    Dear Deborah, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback questionnaire. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback, especially that you would highly recommend Secret Kingdom Cottage. Unfortunately, the issue with one of the two ensuite showers was beyond our control and thank you so much for your understanding. We really value your feedback and very much hope to be able to welcome you all back again soon. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Deborah4.7Jun 2024

  • "A very clean, comfortable and modern cottage."

    The owner left wine milk, tea and coffee which was appreciated. We had a slight issue with the heating which was very erratic especially in the two bathrooms. The supplementary heating was useful in the lounge area. There was a delay in returning the good house keeping bond but it was resolved very amicably. The location was perfect, convenient for both Alnwick and Warkworth. Plenty to see and do in the area.

    Dear David, Thank you for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback questionnaire. We are grateful for your feedback and especially the opportunity to respond to your comments. We are happy that you appreciated the welcome pack of coffee, tea, chocolates and wine. Thank you also for your comments about Secret Kingdom cottage being very clean comfortable, modern and situated in a perfect location. I did send a courtesy text the day after your arrival, ensuring that you were all settled in the cottage. Unfortunately you did not reply to that text or contact us via phone, or email to let us know that you were struggling with the controls on the heating during your stay. We would have called to assist immediately. With regard to your email regarding the refund of the deposit; a text request was sent 3 days after your departure on 13th. You did reply but forgot to include the exact name of the bank account holder. I was then able to refund your deposit on 14th. This is within Sykes guidelines of returning Good Housekeeping Bond within 7 days of departure. Property Owner

    Reviewed by David4.4May 2024

  • "Excellent cottage in a quiet area"

    Dear Joseph, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback questionnaire. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback, especially regarding Secret Kingdom Cottage and it being quiet and relaxing. Thank you. We really value your feedback and very much hope to be able to welcome you all back again soon. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Joseph5.0Apr 2024

  • "Uniquely designed, well appointed and ideal location for touring Northumberland."

    Communication with owner, Angie, was excellent.

    Dear Andrew, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback questionnaire. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback, especially regarding the interior design at Secret Kingdom Cottage. Thank you. We really value your feedback and very much hope to be able to welcome you all back again soon. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Andrew5.0Mar 2024

  • "A beautiful holiday home in a lovely part of the country."

    Clean, comfortable and very stylish, everything you could possibly want. Would highly recommend it.

    Dear Anthony, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback about Secret Kingdom Cottage and that you enjoyed your holiday along Northumberland’s Heritage Coastline. Our aim has always been to provide everything our valued guests would wish for and we’re so glad you agree. We very much hope to be able to welcome you all back again soon. With very Best Wishes Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by Anthony5.0Oct 2023

  • "Secret Kingdom is a fabulous place to have a holiday in Northumberland!"

    It is very well equipped in the kitchen and the property is spacious and spotlessly clean. There is a lovely welcome package with tea, chocolates and flowers which is a lovely touch by the owners. Angie is always quick to respond if you have any questions. Don’t hesitate to book Secret Kingdom you won’t be disappointed!!

    Dear Alan, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback about Secret Kingdom Cottage and that you really enjoyed your holiday along Northumberland’s Heritage Coastline. We very much hope to be able to welcome you all back again soon. With very Best Wishes Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by Alan5.0Sep 2023

  • "Lovely comfortable & well equipped holiday cottage."

    Really enjoyed our stay.

    Dear John, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback and that you really enjoyed your holiday. We very much hope to be able to welcome you all back again soon. With very Best Wishes Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by John5.0Sep 2023

  • "We were really pleased with our choice to stay at Secret Kingdom Cottage."

    All arrangements worked perfectly, we met the owner who was super and gave lots of help and advice regarding the property and attractions in the area. The decor, fixtures and fittings were attractive and well thought out, everything being easy to use and the info pack was extensive just in case. The location is quiet and the sea view a bonus. Our holiday at Warkworth was relaxing, happy and memorable. Secret Kingdom Cottage is spotless and very comfortable. We hope to visit again in the future.

    Dear Michael, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback, especially that your holiday was relaxing, happy and memorable. We very much hope to be able to welcome you all back again soon. With very Best Wishes Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by Michael5.0Aug 2023

  • "A perfect place to stay"

    Dear Helen, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback and that you think Secret Kingdom Cottage is perfect. We very much hope to be able to welcome you all back again soon. With very Best Wishes Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by Helen5.0Jul 2023

  • "Well equipped, very clean and comfortable."

    Great outdoor space, fabulous views, peaceful and quiet. Great communication from the owner, would definitely recommend

    Dear Louise, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback and grateful and that you would definitely recommend Secret Kingdom Cottage to others. Thank you. We very much hope to be able to welcome you back to Secret Kingdom Cottage again soon. With very Best Wishes Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by Anne Louise5.0Jul 2023

  • "Great place to stay"

    Dear Iris, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback and appreciate your comments. Thank you. We very much hope to be able to welcome you back to Secret Kingdom Cottage again soon. With very Best Wishes Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by Iris5.0Jun 2023

  • "Open views sea views peaceful."

    Access to local beaches.

    Reviewed by Christine4.7May 2023

  • "We couldn’t fault this beautifully presented cottage."

    The accommodation was excellent and spotlessly clean. A lovely quiet location, but easily accessible for local facilities and the beautiful Northumberland coastline. Highly recommended.

    Dear Nick, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback and appreciate your comments regarding Secret Kingdom Cottage being spotless, in a peaceful location and also easily accessible for local for facilities and Northumberland’s Heritage Coastline. Wow! Thank you. We very much hope to be able to welcome you back to Secret Kingdom Cottage again soon. With very Best Wishes Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by Nick5.0May 2023

  • "The best equipped cottage we have ever stayed in."

    A warm welcome from the owner upon arrival. Good views of Warkworth castle and the sea. Worth spending time outside in the dark looking at the night sky. Well situated for access to many places of interest with many good places to eat nearby.

    Dear John, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback and appreciate your comments regarding Secret Kingdom Cottage being the best equipped cottage you have stayed in. Wow! Thank you. We very much hope to be able to welcome you back to Secret Kingdom Cottage again soon. With very Best Wishes Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by John5.0Nov 2022

  • "Really well equiped kitchen, lots of cooking dishes etc brilliant (could maybe do with a bit more cutlery) , nicely furnished ."

    Bed sheets and towels of really high quality-lovely. Lovely setting, easy parking and very attentive hosts.

    Dear Sara, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback. We are so grateful for your wonderful detailed feedback. Although the cottage was equipped with an eight placement set of cutlery, we have taken on board your comments, thank you and added more cutlery. We very much hope to be able to welcome you back to Secret Kingdom Cottage soon. With very Best Wishes Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by Sara5.0Nov 2022

  • "Lovely warm and comfortable accommodation all on one level."

    Nice quiet setting and glorious sunrises over to the North Sea. Would have loved to spend some time sitting in the garden area, but unfortunately October evenings just a wee bit cool.

    Dear Ian, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback. We are so grateful for your wonderful detailed feedback, especially Secret Kingdom Cottage being single level living. In fact our sister cottage, Manor House (sleep 10) is all on one level too with the same glorious sunrises. We very much hope to be able to welcome you back to Secret Kingdom Cottage soon. With very Best Wishes Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by Ian5.0Oct 2022

  • "A top-notch, exceptionally well-equipped and well-presented property, meticulously managed with genuine, personal flair by the owners, Frank and Angie."

    Dear Steve, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback regarding the high standards of Secret Kingdom Cottage. We very much hope to be able to welcome you back to Secret Kingdom Cottage soon. With very Best Wishes Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by Steve5.0Sep 2022

  • "This is a lovely cottage."

    It’s clean and tidy. Good equipped kitchen. Both rooms en suite and a good size. A couple of miles from the small village which is a nice walk. There is a busy rail way line to cross so expect to wait for a while once the barriers are down. Central to get to most of the attractions, the view from Bamburgh Castle is amazing. Angie and Frank are there if you need them and respond to you quickly. Bond is put back into your account very very quickly. A nice gesture awaits on arrival so thank you very much it was much appreciated. If we are ever back in this area will stay again. Thanks again to Angie and Frank.

    Dear Julie, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback. We are so grateful for your wonderful detailed feedback regarding the cottage, location, and lovely walk into Warkworth. We very much hope to be able to welcome you back to Secret Kingdom Cottage soon. With very Best Wishes Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by Julie4.7Aug 2022

  • "We had an amazing few days at this property, it was extremely clean and very well equipped in beautiful and peaceful location."

    I really hope we will be able to stay here again!

    Dear Jane, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback. We agree, the cottage is located in a beautiful area of Northumberland. We very much hope to be able to welcome you back to Secret Kingdom Cottage soon. With very Best Wishes Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jane5.0Aug 2022

  • "This was our second holiday to Secret Kingdom Cottage."

    Once again we had a super stay and will certainly be returning again soon. The cottage is ideally located for visiting the surrounding attractions, from the Roman Forts along Hadrian’s Wall, to Warkworth, Alnwick, Bamburgh, Seahouses, Craster, Lindisfarne and Berwick upon Tweed. The cottage facilities are excellent and Angie & Frank always make us feel so welcome. We would highly recommend a visit. Julie & Steve from Leicestershire.

    Dear Julie, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback questionnaire on your second stay. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback to include some of the wonderful places to visit in Northumberland. It really was a pleasure to welcome you both to Secret Kingdom cottage again. With very Best Wishes Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by Julie5.0Jul 2022

  • "We have just returned from a fabulous week at Secret Kingdom."

    The accomodation was perfect and the house was so incredibly well equipped. It's in a beautiful peaceful location, yet close to Warkworth. Special thanks to the owners, who were incredibly helpful and absolutely lovely. We would definitely recommend a stay here and hope to be back at some point.

    Dear Nigel, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback questionnaire. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback about Secret Kingdom Cottage and your recommendations to family and friends. It really was a pleasure to welcome you all on your arrival and very much look forward to welcoming you back soon. Kindest regards Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by Nigel5.0Jun 2022

  • "A lovely clean well presented cottage that has everything you could need ."

    The property is very well situated for visiting all the area has to offer . We would definitely recommend this property .

    Dear John, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback questionnaire. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback and thank you for recommending our cottage as a great place to stay. It really was a pleasure to welcome you all to Secret Kingdom Cottage and we look forward to welcoming you all back soon. Kindest regards Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by John5.0Jun 2022

  • "We were met on arrival by the property owner, Angie."

    We felt, as soon as we entered, that Secret Kingdom was going to be a great place to spend our two week holiday. Even more so when we noticed a bottle of Asti Spumante, flowers and chocolates on the table that were for our pleasure and consumption. We continued to feel this way throughout our stay. The cottage is light and spacious, and is fitted with modern kitchen units. We wanted for nothing regarding cooking utensils. The bedroom had sufficient draws in which to place our clothes. There were enough hangers on which to place trousers, jackets and skirts. The bed was very comfortable for both of us. The two double bedrooms have en suite bathrooms with sink, toilet and shower with large shower head. Whilst there we slept very well. The area around is rural, so extremely quiet. The description of sea views could mean many things. I accepted we were one and half miles from the sea, so thought we might just see a bit. I was pleasantly surprised, when standing by the bi fold doors, to see a wide expanse of the North Sea beyond the tree line. Coquet Island can be clearly seen, whilst in the foreground, Warkworth Castle can be viewed. As light changes through the day, both change from silouettes to well defined structures highlighted by the afternoon, and setting sun. Landscape views stretch across fields for many miles with big skies. The patio is well equipped with rattan furniture. A table with four chairs, and two double settees. Cushions are kept in an outside cupboard. There are many brochures on a rack providing information regarding what to do and see in the area. We enjoy beach walking whilst collecting sea glass and bleached wood for crafting. Throughout our holiday we had contact with Angie when required. Her knowledge of the area is sound. This is not related to the cottage, but if you desire fish and chips once during your holiday, may I suggest the Harbour Fish and Chip shop in Amble, together with a one minute drive to the Harbour Road car park at 50p per hour to take in the harbour/sea view whilst consumption takes place. Would we return? Most definitely.

    Dear Maureen and Colin, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback questionnaire. We are so grateful for your wonderful and comprehensive feedback. We are delighted that you both enjoyed your stay at Secret Kingdom Cottage to include; cleanliness, comfy beds, the welcome pack, being extremely well equipped, comfortable and all the little touches. I think we need more photos on Sykes website to reflect the stunning coastal views from the cottage. We do love welcoming our guests to the cottages and helping our guests settle in quickly and it really was a pleasure 'chatting' to you via text during your holiday. We very much hope to be able to welcome you back to Northumberland’s Heritage Coastline soon. With very Best Wishes Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by Colin5.0May 2022

  • "An excellent base for visiting Northumberland."

    The property is comfortable and well-equipped and the owner could not have been more helpful. The required £250 housekeeping bond was returned to us promptly on the day we travelled home. We would certainly consider a return visit.

    Dear Maurice, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback questionnaire. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted that you all enjoyed your stay at Secret Kingdom Cottage to include, being well equipped, comfortable. We do love welcoming our guests to the cottages and helping our guests settle in quickly. We very much hope to be able to welcome you all back to Northumberland’s Heritage Coastline soon. With very Best Wishes Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by Maurice5.0Feb 2022

  • "We stayed for a long weekend at The Secret Kingdom Cottage and we wish we had stayed longer."

    The cottage is immaculate, so comfortable and equipped with everything you need. The owner, Angie and Frank, where extremely helpful and responsive to messages and left lovely little touches in the cottage on our arrival. We would definitely recommend this little gem and will be back in the future. Maybe in the summer months when we can really make the most of the lively outside area.

    Dear Jemma, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback questionnaire. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted that you all enjoyed your stay at Secret Kingdom Cottage to include; cleanliness, being extremely well equipped, comfortable and all the little touches. We do love welcoming our guests to the cottages and helping our guests settle in quickly. We very much hope to be able to welcome you all back to Northumberland’s Heritage Coastline soon. With very Best Wishes Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jemma5.0Feb 2022

  • "We thoroughly enjoyed our recent stay at Secret Kingdom Cottage."

    The location was perfect for both the countryside, the beaches and some fantastic local pubs and restaurants. We couldn't fault the cottage. It was immaculately clean, very comfortable and was extremely well equipped. Thanks to Angie and Frank, and we will definitely be booking again in the future.

    Dear Sandra, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback questionnaire. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted that you all enjoyed your stay at Secret Kingdom Cottage to include; cleanliness, the cottage being extremely well equipped and comfortable. We agree, the cottage is perfect for both the countryside, beaches, pubs and restaurants. We very much hope to be able to welcome you back to Northumberland’s Heritage Coastline soon. With very Best Wishes Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by Sandra5.0Oct 2021

  • "Description was incorrect."

    It stated the cottage was 1.5 miles out of the village. It was 2.5 miles with limited footpaths. The windows were very dirty and also the sofas were uncomfortable and not properly cleaned. This is the first time we have had to pay a bond. We did ask for an inventory but the owner said she did not have one but there would be no problem getting our money back. After 2 days on return from our holiday she contacted us stating that we would not be receiving our full £250 as we had damaged the cooker that we never used. Will not be returning. This is our first holiday with Sykes Cottages were we have had problems. Always been satisfied in the past.

    Thank you very much for your feedback. We are extremely surprised to read your comments, considering that we have been in touch directly during your stay and you have always stated that the property was perfect and you were enjoying your holiday. This is the text message we have received from you on the day you departed: "We had a lovely holiday and it was a perfect base for us to explore around Northumberland and hope to return in the future". We believe that your negative comments might be linked to the fact that we have decided to retain £20 out of your £250 good housekeeping bond due to the damage you have caused to the cooker. We are sorry to read that you dislike the Barker and Stonehouse sofas, costing £4,000; however you have not explained what you disliked about them. Regarding your comments about the windows: they are cleaned every fortnight and when we checked we too thought they needed a clean. The cause of this appears to be due to the renovation work being carried out in the cottage behind Secret Kingdom Cottage. The walk from the sleepy hamlet of Eastfield, along the countrylane, is exactly 2.2 km to the historic 14th century Toll bridge in Warkworth. There is a path which begins at 0.8km from Manor House, Eastfield. Thank you once again for choosing Secret Kingdom Cottage. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Rosalind2.2Oct 2021

  • "After lockdowns etc the attention to detail and all the extra touches that the owners had included in this cottage were noticed and appreciated even more ."

    They have done a fantastic job and we wish them every success in the future . The cottage is well presented and decorated to a exceptionally high standard . Angie and Frank are both very thoughtful and helpful . . It was lovely to be met at the property and shown round .We settled into holiday mode very quickly . The cottage is immaculate and wonderfully comfortable . It is a great base to explore all the local area from . We always enjoy Northumberland and we revisited our favourite spots which included Alnwick ,Alnmouth , Rothbury and Cragside . Amble (Spurellis boutique ice creams is a must :) .

    Dear Lynne, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the Sykes feedback questionnaire. We are so grateful for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted that you all enjoyed your stay at Secret Kingdom Cottage, to include the design, cleanliness, decoration and comfort. We agree, the location of the cottage is a great place to explore the local area and we very much hope to be able to welcome you back to Northumberland’s Heritage Coastline soon. With very Best Wishes Angie and Frank Property Owner

    Reviewed by Lynne5.0Sep 2021

  • "Excellent property in a great location."

    The hosts were very helpful

    Reviewed by Yvonne5.0Jul 2021

  • "We had a lovely holiday in Northumberland."

    Secret Kingdom is a superb holiday cottage and it is ideally located from which to explore beautiful Northumberland. There is so much to see and do, for all ages. Angie & Frank made us feel very welcome and we hope to return again very soon.

    Reviewed by Julie5.0Jul 2021

  • "An excellent accessible cottage with very helpful and friendly owners."

    We will be back.

    Reviewed by Margaret5.0Jun 2021

  • "Lovely warm welcome from Angie, also contacted during the week to make sure we were ok and had everything we needed and promptly returned our bond, lovely cottage with everything you need, very comfortable and spotless, built to a high speck and lovely comfy beds and good quality bedding."

    Highly recommended. Also in a lovely area. Places to visit Warkworth, Amble, Alnmouth Beach, Crastor, Bramburgh, rothbury. Place to eat Treetop restaurant at Alnwick, Old school Gallery Alnmouth, and circa cafe amble where you can book a little old caravan in the courtyard and they dress it up for your visit with table clothes and China, really cute, fish and chips from the quay side take away amble and ice cream from spurrelli boutique icecream cafe amble. Northumberland is a beautiful area of the uk for those who don’t like hustle and bustle appreciate old world charm and beautiful scenery. The people are also very friendly and welcoming.

    Reviewed by Jane5.0Jun 2021

  • "There was conflicting information from yourselves and the owner regarding removing the bedding and what happens with the keys on leaving."

    Reviewed by Judith4.1Jun 2021

  • "A beautiful luxury cottage everything we could have wished for."

    Kitchen white goods were great dishwasher, washing machine etc. More than enough crockery, utensils , pans, just everything you could possibly need Wonderful comfy beds spotlessly clean, lovely luxurious showers too. After a lovely day’s walking it was great to return to such a relaxing lounge an chill. Angie and Frank where so kind, helpful and knowledgeable. Great walking area with lovely beaches , villages, coffee shops and restaurants. Look forward to returning Fantastic holiday , Thank you so much.

    Reviewed by Annette5.0May 2021

  • "Would definitely recommend Secret Kingdom, it is a fabulous cottage in a fabulous location."

    So peaceful and quiet. Everything in the cottage was of a very high standard. Very comfortable and cosy! All you need and more. Angie the owner could not of been more helpful, a lovely lady who met us on arrival and showed us around and explained how to use the cooker, coffee machine( very important)etc! Oh and the underfloor hearing! Bliss. We had a lovely stay and will definitely be back.

    Reviewed by Colin5.0May 2021

  • "Although. The weather was porter cottage was warm and comfortable ."

    The electrical goods were of good quality and were easy to operatr. The ownet, Angie Doughty, went out of her way to be helpful.and friendly.Of course N Northumberland was as beautiful as always. We have found a gem in Secret Kingdom and hope to.return soon.

    Reviewed by Robert5.0Apr 2021

  • "This cottage was absolutely immaculate and was in a beautiful setting."

    We were made extremely welcome by the owner who showed us around the cottage and couldn’t have been more accommodating. We had a lovely week and completely de-stressed in the cottages relaxed surroundings. We would love to go and stay again and would definitely recommend it to anyone.

    Reviewed by Amanda5.0Apr 2021

  • "Great location for exploring!"

    Property owners had good communication and provided everything required. Would recommend.

    Reviewed by Robert5.0Oct 2020

  • "We thoroughly enjoyed our week at Secret Kingdom Cottage."

    It had everything we needed, very well equipped and modern. The location was peaceful but within walking distance of Warkworth and it's castle and pubs. It's also handy for the coast and the very beautiful beaches. Thank you for a great holiday!

    Reviewed by Maria5.0Sep 2020

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Summary

  • All-ground-floor
  • Mechanical ventilation and heat recovery system - the air filtration system pumps constant fresh filtered air
  • 2 x king-size double beds (6’6” long), hair dryer, black-out blinds, wall hung reading lights and also sockets above bedside table for lap-top, smart phone, Kindle
  • En-suite with walk-in large quadrant shower, wall hung basin and WC, back-lit mirror, shaving sockets in both en-suites
  • Open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
  • Underfloor heating
  • Built in induction hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, Smart TV and WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Cot and highchair available on request
  • Off-road parking for 3 cars
  • Tiered patio area with rattan sofas and chairs
  • Rattan dining table and chairs on the front patio
  • Sorry, no pets or smoking allowed
  • Shop and pub in 1.5 miles
  • Note: The property has mechanical heat recovery ventilation, making it ideal for allergy sufferers
  • Note: This property has a refundable Good Housekeeping bond of £250

The property

The owners are delighted to present their new purpose built, sleep four, holiday cottage Secret Kingdom Cottage.

They chose that name because this is what Northumberland is known as - ‘The Secret Kingdom’ the largest county in England, with all its beauty, history, wild rugged landscapes, heritage coastlines and miles and miles of beautiful sandy beaches, and the best dark skies in Europe right outside the door, there is so much to see, explore and enjoy.

Secret Kingdom holiday cottage is a beautiful, modern, light and airy luxury, 5 star awarded cottage, with stunning interiors, this luxury, comfy, cosy cottage is situated only 1.5 miles from Northumberland’s Heritage Coastline.

This cottage has been designed with guests in mind, features include single level accommodation and underfloor heating and soft warm shades of stone flooring throughout, providing a radiant ambient heat underfoot, the cottage sleeps four, and is perfect for two couples to come together to explore this ancient kingdom.

Northumberland is littered with ancient castles across the countryside, rugged moorland and endless stretches of easily accessible white sandy beaches and gorgeous market towns, villages and harbours.

The bedrooms have king size beds, both with 6’6”length cosy mattresses and crisp white linens just waiting to be snuggled under, the wall hung, flexible torch LED reading lights are perfect for the guest that likes to read while the other sleeps, the wall sockets are conveniently located above the bedside tables for convenient use of smart phones, lap-tops and kindle books, in addition to the gorgeous water-coloured roman blinds, there are additional black-out blinds to keep the bedrooms dark and cool during the summer months.

One of the benefits of the Mechanical Ventilation Heat Recovery system is that while you are sleeping, the air filtration system pumps fresh filtered air into the bedrooms all night for your added comfort, both bedrooms have their own fully tiled spacious en-suites, bathroom features include; drench head showers, wall hung WC and large wall hung wash basins with mono taps and shaver sockets, the wide window sills provide ample space for all your toiletries and the wall hung back-lit mirror is that extra special touch for your morning routine.

Soak up the stunning countryside and coastal views before being welcomed into the open-plan living room, Secret Kingdom Cottage has been designed with a touch of opulence throughout, to include Barker & Stonehouse luxurious sofas and underfloor heating to ensure an ambient warmth throughout your stay, There is a large 55” wall hung Smart TV to flick through the channels as you wind down for the evening and soft wall hung lighting for those cosy nights-in after a day of exploring Northumberland, spend your quiet evening indoors curled up on the sumptuous sofas.

The champagne high gloss kitchen includes; induction hob, integrated washing machine and dishwasher, fitted eye level microwave, oven and grill and mono tap to complement the kitchen suite, enjoy your meals at the well-presented dining table, offering a wonderful spot for popping open a bottle of fizz to toast a memorable day in Northumberland and creating wonderful memories with your loved ones.

The bi-fold doors open out onto the large south facing Indian stone patio area with rattan sofas and dining table and chairs, during balmy afternoons, take dining outdoors onto the tiered patio area and sink into the rattan furnishings to admire the surrounding views with a glass of wine in hand, contemporary slatted horizontal fencing on the south and west elevation provides privacy and a cosy place to relax, while you enjoy the garden, savour the magnificent and far-reaching open country views to Warkworth Castle, Coquet Island and the ever changing big skies and seas.

The ancient village of Warkworth is only 1.5 miles away and boasts a 12th Century toll bridge, one of only two remaining in England, Castle street is quintessentially beautiful and once described thus: “.….one of the most exciting sequences of views one can have in England" Warkworth village is steeped in history, full of ancient and wonderfully quirky stone buildings and houses, the village itself nestles right under Warkworth Castle, towering at the head of Castle Street, the castle appears to still give the impression it is guarding this unique and timeless village.

Summer afternoons can be spent at one of the many sandy, easily accessible beaches in Amble, Druridge, Cresswell, Warkworth, Alnmouth, Sugar Sands, Boulmer, Rumbling Kern, Dunstanburgh, Bamburgh or Craster – all this within a pproximately 25 mile stretch, you will be spoilt for choice for beaches which are all along the Heritage Coastal Path, travel north to spend the day in Alnwick, where you can look forward to meandering the cobbled streets before discovering some of the country’s finest attractions.

Such attractions include Alnwick Castle, which doubled up as Hogwarts in the Harry Potter films or enjoy a unique dining experience among the treetops in The Alnwick Gardens, home to one of the world’s largest tree houses.

Alternatively, spend your time along the pretty Northumberland’s Heritage Coast, which is fantastic for walkers or discover the historical landmark of Hadrian’s Wall, which was built to guard the wild north-west frontier of the Roman Empire.

After a wonderful day of exploring, look forward to coming back to Secret Kingdom Cottage each evening to unwind.

The Secret Kingdom Cottage has award winning sister property Manor House 981761, together they sleep fourteen.

Both cottages are set within the same grounds.

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

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About the location

WARKWORTH

Alnwick 5 miles; Alnmouth 3 miles; Amble 1 mile.

Lying in the loop of the River Coquet on the Heritage Coast, Warkworth is a picturesque village, dominated by the dramatic ruins of its 12th century castle. The history of the village and the castle are intertwined with the Percy Family who took over the castle in 1332. The Percys’ other home is nearby Alnwick Castle, most recently associated with Harry Potter as the film location of Hogwarts School. The main street is lined with Georgian and early Victorian houses and there is an exceptional range of galleries, antiques shops, a village shop/Post Office, pubs, restaurants and gift shops to suit all tastes. Warkworth has its own stretch of sandy beach and a 9 hole pay and play golf course. Also within easy touring distance are Hadrian’s Wall, Bamburgh Castle, Holy Island, the Farne Islands, several wonderful beaches and Alnwick Garden with its remarkable water cascade and Tree House Restaurant.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute