Guests say
46 Willowburn in Morpeth, Northumberland, is a well-regarded lodge praised for its cleanliness, location, and thoughtful touches like welcome packs. Guests appreciate its quiet setting, ideal for family holidays and exploring the local area. While some guests mention comfortable beds and a well-equipped property, others note issues with maintenance and comfort of some furnishings.
Most guests found the lodge to be spotlessly clean upon arrival, with only one mention of an issue with bedding cleanliness. The high standard of cleanliness contributes positively to the overall experience.
The lodge is consistently praised for its lovely location, ideal for touring Northumberland and visiting nearby attractions. Its quiet setting is appreciated, although there is a mention of an unpleasant odour outside the property.
Guests generally find the lodge comfortable, with several positive comments about the beds and living space. However, there are some negative remarks about the comfort of the double bed and sofa, suggesting room for improvement.
The property is equipped with essentials and extras like Netflix, but there are several reports of maintenance issues such as a broken shower and non-functioning appliances. The presence of a nearby playground and pub is a bonus.
Several guests were delighted by welcome gifts, indicating a level of thoughtfulness. However, as these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay, they should be considered a pleasant surprise rather than an expectation.
About this property
Located on the outskirts of Felton, a charming village near the Northumberland coastline is 46 Willowburn, a fabulous, single-storey lodge. Providing guests with access to a range of on-site facilities, such as a laundrette and cafe, whilst a short journey from the coastline and a hub of attractions, 46 Willowburn provides a contemporary base for a family escape, inviting four guests and one furry companion. Travel through the park and reach off-road parking for one car, before ascending the steps to the exterior of the lodge. Enter inro the open-plan living space, complete with stylish furnishings, a corner sofa to lounge upon, a Smart TV, an electric fire, a dining table for four, and a well-equipped kitchen, all easing your self-catered stay. Prepare meals and dine indoors, or head outside to the decked area to enjoy an alfresco affair with countryside views in the backdrop. As the sun sets, return indoors to catch some rest in either the double bedroom with en-suite cloakroom, or the twin, both serviced by a sleek shower room. Awaken to a fresh coffee before exploring the delights of Northumberland, starting off at the popular Northumberland Zoo, reachable via a short car journey, or head for the coastline to stroll along East Chevington Bay Beach, practise your swing at Burgham Park Golf & Leisure Club, or hike across the breath-taking landscape of Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre, ideal for an afternoon of wildlife spotting. Continue your travels t Alnwick, with the chance to tour Bailiffgate Museum, or stroll alongside River Aln, before grabbing a bite to eat at one of the nearby eateries, including The Dirty Bottles, The Treehouse Restaurant, and The Plough. Round off your itinerary with a tour of the Northumberland Coast AONB, stopping off at key areas of interest for picturesque vantage points, including Dunstanburgh Castle, before travelling further to explore Seahouses, Bamburgh, and Holy Island. Experience all of this, and more, at 46 Willowburn.
Between Morpeth to the south and Alnwick to the north, in rural Northumberland, sits the lovely village of Felton. The village is only 10 miles from Alnwick, which is known for its castle and famed Garden, which includes Europe's largest cascading water feature, a huge tree house, a rose garden, and an ornamental walled garden. The community has a shop with a post office, a coffee shop, a pub, and a restaurant. The castle is renowned for serving as the location of Hogwarts School in the "Harry Potter" movies. Alnwick has a good assortment of stores, bars, and restaurants, and there is a lot to see and do nearby, including miles of beaches with fine sand, numerous castles, and boat tours to the well-known Farne Islands. All in all, a fantastic setting for discovering Northumberland and its breath-taking Heritage Coastline.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite cloakroom with basin and WC, 1 x twin.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric fire
Gas central heating.
Oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee machine.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot available.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Front decked area with furniture.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.6 miles pub 1.3 miles.
Note: There are steps to the exterior of the lodge.
Note: Guests have access to a range of on-site facilities, including a laundrette, café, and play area, and can access the neighbouring park and its amenities
Reviews (17)
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Jan
It is a very nice area with plenty of places nearby to visit and the park is small and quiet. The welcome gifts of prosecco , chocolate and crisps were much appreciated, a nice touch . Unfortunately I was quite unwell so we had to stay onsite longer than anticipated each day .We did have a few issues but we contacted the owner Chris and they were dealt with quickly and efficiently. eg a broken shower and chipped crockery and no kitchen bin was provided and also struggled to initially find the place ( the directions on Sykes site are less than useless ) but Chris kindly talked through directions for us so we got there ok in end . Just as a side note I think the property could benefit from maybe a teapot , some egg cups and more ovenware, not essential but would be useful . The utensils could be checked as well as there was a melted spatula . However the site itself had issues. The little shop/ tavern on the site did not open at all from the day we arrived and had a sign saying it would re open the day we left ( dues to unforseen circumstances ) . The electricity was off from 9am until 5pm one of the days due to electricity works nearby but we had no prior notice of this happening . Again the following morning for another 2 hours . Just small things but all add up when a person has paid good money for a holiday . I wouldn't want this to be perceived as a "bad" review just informative . It is certainly an accessible place to visit all the surrounding attractions of which there are many . Also as previous mentioned the caravan owner was very obliging the instant we had requests.
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David
The lodge was nice and clean and well equipped and can't wait to go back next year.also thanks Chris for the welcome pack much appreciated.
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Philip
It took us several hours, stopping to ask directions in Morpeth, Felton and several other places. At Felton we were advised to to to Brockbank Holiday park, which we had already passed, twice, after the airfield and crematorium. At the onsite Tavern we were told all the street names are in Alnwick. Luckily we remembered the phone number who guided us to our cabin only 200yds further in the camp. Otherwise we would have had a wasted trip all the way to Alnwick. Apart from that the cabin itself was excellent and ideal for our weekend break.