Dog Friendly Villas In Rothbury

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Sheila - Verified booking

  There can be few better places to spend a week before 12 weeks 'self isolation' than at 'The Steadings'.

  A fine cottage based on a working farm at the historic 'Tosson Tower' site. Outstanding views over the Coquet Valley, Rothbury and towards the Cheviot Hills. Very close to Tosson Tower is the Simonside Forestry Walking Area.[ Although the single track road to get to the visitor parking areas is a bit grim for low slung saloon cars] Nearby attractions include Cragside and Wallington Hall NT Properties. The scenery of the magnificent Northumberland Coastal Region including Bamburgh, Seahouses etc is about 40 to 60mins drive away via Alnwick with the Castle and its historic connections. The cottage itself is some two miles or so from Rothbury with its shops and other amenities. The cottage and its owners were very 'dog friendly' and walks starting from the cottage itself supported our canine friend. The secure garden was also a definite plus! The cottage itself was warm, well equipped and a delight to return to after a hectic outdoor day. If there is any slightly negative comment, which did not in anyway affect our party of two, is that with only one shower a full six person party would lead to some morning queuing. The cottage itself is extremely spacious with good wi-fi. Overall a delightful cottage holiday in a turbulent week.

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• Deborah - Verified booking

  Absolutely loved our stay at The Steadings, booked for 6, however only 3 of us went.

  We had so much space, we went for New Year for a week as we arrived the Christmas lights outside looked so pretty on entering it felt so warm and cosy as the Christmas decorations were up with the fairy lights on the tree & around the beams, while unpacking Ann knocked to greet us & told us to knock at the farmhouse if we had any problems, however, we did not need to, Beds comfy, shower good, white goods worked well, new sofa's which were comfy & looked better than ones in photos, our bulldog Vinnie enjoyed the large enclosed garden, we used garage door of (games room) to enter garden which had fantastic views to front & side of property also from bedroom windows there was a beautiful garden with a pond & fountain although belongs to B&B. We used the games room every night our nephew had so much fun, however, it was cold at this time of year, we just wore our coats & boots. I would love to see games room renovated with heating & flooring to flow with comfort of this fab property. We enjoyed chocolate brownies and a bottle of milk in a glass bottle obviously produce from the farm, an added extra touch. Well done. Deborah from Gateshead

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• Andrea - Verified booking

  Let me start by saying this cottage is in a lovely location and with a bit of love could be spectacular.

  However, on arrival we had to pick up 4 dog poos from the gardens, as dog owners we understand that is the guest's responsibility, but it should have been double-checked by the caretaker, as we shouldn't have to clean-up after a previous guest. Cottage needed alot of TLC with worn furniture and peeling paint, but we could've overlooked it if the cottage had been cleaner, there was dust, cobwebs, dead spiders and just an overall feeling of grime, dirty cutlery and plates. The main bedroom hadn't been made up, so we slept in the 2nd bedroom which was not really big enough for a double bed. The cupboards and drawers also seemed dirty and smelly, so we just lived out of our suitcase. There wasn't any hand towels or washing up liquid, things you would expect as standard. Check-in time was earlier then most cottages we've been to and because of that I feel like the cleaning and checking process may be rushed, we feel like those extra couple of hours could be used for a more thorough clean and check. I know this review makes me sound like one of those people, but I have never had to leave a review like this before.

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• Paul - Verified booking

  We had a great time and the cottage was spacious, clean and well equipped.

  We received a lovely welcome as well as a huge bottle of milk and some scrumptious brownies. There was plenty of space, it was peaceful, unless birds, owls, farm animals and vehicles frustrate you! But they didn't bother us at all, we expect this in the country and it makes a nice change to wake up to the sounds of nature, etc. If you step out the back at dusk you can see the bats flitting about Coquet Cottage was very warm, we visited at the start of what appears to have been a mini heat wave, which did make it hard to get to sleep and unfortunately I found the bed a little hard, but you cannot please everyone all of the time, my partner and I swapped sides and strangely I was a bit more comfortable. The only other comment would be some sharper knives for food prep would be really helpful. All said, we really liked the cottage, the surroundings and would definitely recommend. Just wish the week hadn't gone so quick!

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• Geoff - Verified booking

  A lovely holiday in great accommodation and a beautiful area.

  Everything was as described. The property had plenty of room and was very comfortably furnished. The pool room / games room was great and we spent many evening hours playing pool and table football . A chalkboard for recording scores would be a useful addition for us competitive types . Our party of 8 adults and two children had plenty of room and were not under each others feet at all during our stay. The Steadings is in a great area, enjoying wonderful views across the valley to Rothbury. Rothbury was a great large village with shops and amenities to suit all. We had a great week and would readily book again. The only things to be aware of would be the very slippery ( but lovely) wooden floors in the living room and steps to the living room. Thank you for such a lovely holiday in a great area.

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