View of the property
Tastefully decorated open plan living area
Enjoy your breakfast and plan your day
Cosy and bright lounge area
Enjoy a cosy movie night
Well equipped kitchen
A great bright social space
So much to see in the local area
Stay in and have a game of 'The Bothy-opoly'
Bright and funky twin or king size bedroom
Lovely decoration throughout
Quirky touches make your stay even more special
Clean and contemporary shower room
Clean up after the beach!
Cosy patio area to enjoy brunch!
The perfect spot to spend the day
The local soft sandy beach is a short walk away
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4 / 21  Tastefully decorated open plan living area
5 / 21  Enjoy your breakfast and plan your day
6 / 21  Cosy and bright lounge area
7 / 21  Enjoy a cosy movie night
8 / 21  Well equipped kitchen
9 / 21  A great bright social space
10 / 21  So much to see in the local area
11 / 21  Stay in and have a game of 'The Bothy-opoly'
12 / 21  Bright and funky twin or king size bedroom
13 / 21  Lovely decoration throughout
14 / 21  Quirky touches make your stay even more special
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16 / 21  Clean and contemporary shower room
17 / 21  Clean up after the beach!
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19 / 21  Cosy patio area to enjoy brunch!
20 / 21  The perfect spot to spend the day
21 / 21  The local soft sandy beach is a short walk away

The Bothy - Longhoughton

Nr.Craster, Northumberland
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs allowed 1
4
star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Fishing on site / nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Situated just a few minutes from the pretty Sugar Sands beach on the Northumberland coast
  • Perfect for keen walkers, sightseers, cyclists and nature lovers
  • Ideal for visiting the popular Alnwick Garden and historic Alnwick Castle
  • Explore beautiful villages including Longhoughton, Craster and Boulmer
  • Discover the castles and ruins at Dunstanburgh, Warkworth and Bamburgh
  • This is a perfect, cosy retreat for anyone exploring this spectacular part of the North East
Property code: CN193

Perfectly located on the Northumberland coast, this delightful property nestles in the picturesque village of Longhoughton. One of Northumberland’s finest beaches, Sugar Sands, is located only 2 minutes by car or 20 minutes on foot. Access is from the village via a scenic farm track. This beach is the perfect spot for fun family days out, water sports, stunning coastal walks and rock pooling. Just five miles away is the historic market town of Alnwick, famed for its magnificent Castle and fabulous Garden. The beautiful grounds of Howick Hall, the home of Earl Grey Tea, are nearby, and the pretty fishing village of Craster is 10 minutes by car, where you can explore Dunstanburgh Castle or sample the lovely Craster Kippers.

On entering this lovely and light single-level ground-floor holiday property you will find yourself in the bright and attractive open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. With plenty of comfy seating and Smart TV , the bright and comfortable lounge is an ideal space to relax in after a fantastic day out exploring this stunning area. You will also find a delightful dining area with a large Northumberland wall map. Heading over to the stylishly designed kitchen you will find it fully equipped with an electric oven and oven with gas hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, slim line dishwasher and DAB Bluetooth Radio. Exploring further, you will find a cosy  king-size  room and twin room, which can also be set up as a super king on request perfect for families. You will also find a shower room complete with a large walk-in electric shower and WC.

Stepping outside you can unwind in the small patio area which features a dining table with chairs , along with a delightful selection of pretty, mature shrubs. Parking is available in the shared driveway at the front of the property for up to two cars.

  • 2 bedrooms : 1 king,1 twin or super king
  • Bedroom 2 with Rose wallpaper now has a king size divan bed with drawers underneath so the other drawers have been removed
  • 1 bathroom- Shower room and WC
  • Oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher
  • Smart TV in the lounge
  • Small patio area with dining table and chairs
  • Off-road parking for up to 2 cars
  • The shed is accessible for guests and can be used to store bikes
  • Located within walking distance of Sugar Sands Beach, nearest pub 2 miles. Easy distance from the villages of Craster and Boulmer, and Alnwick
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 1 dog allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Elliot Albiston

This property joined our collection in 2018 and is managed by Elliot.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 40 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sue, 14th September 2024

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Lovely well equipped cottage. Very nice welcome pack, much appreciated. Enjoyed the games in the dresser cupboard. A nice walk down to beautiful beaches direct from the door and easy access to the coastal path.

Reviewed by Chris, 7th September 2024

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Reviewed by Wendy, 31st August 2024

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Well worth a visit. Situated centrally near the coast and Alnwick. Would recommend.

Reviewed by Barry, 3rd August 2024

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Really good stay in a cottage that is excellently positioned to explore the coast towns and sights. Local beach is literally 2 minutes drive, where you practically park on the beach for 3.50 a day. The cottage is very well equipped with everything you need. The map on the wall is great for planning your day's activities. Comfortable beds and the soRead morefa is amazing after a day on the beach. Thoroughly recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Gillian, 13th July 2024

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Lovely comfortable, clean, well equipped cottage in a nice village with a co-op and great cafe called The Running Fox. Fantastic location for lots of local places of interest- Warkworth, Alnmouth, Howick Hall, Cragside, Dunstanburg castle, Craster, Alnwick to name a few. Beautiful Sugars Sands (Long Houghton) beach only approximately 1 mile away. TRead morehe beaches are so beautiful. Good pub food in the local area including The Fishing Boat Inn at Boulmer with views over the sea. Hide

Reviewed by Jill, 6th July 2024

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Lovely cottage in a peaceful location. The Bothy is cosy and comfortable, with everything you could possibly need during your stay. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to family and friends.

Reviewed by Robert, 29th June 2024

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Reviewed by Alan, 15th June 2024

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Great location and lovely, cosy cottage. Recommended.

Reviewed by Jane, 1st June 2024

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Excellent property, well equipped and comfortable. Deceptively spacious, large kitchen/ diner and good size bedrooms. Loved the map wallpaper - we were able to plan our days over breakfast. Lovely little village but only a shop and a cafe so need to drive to get to nearest pub

Reviewed by Robert, 11th May 2024

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Reviewed by Christopher, 20th April 2024

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Super place ideal location will and have already recommended it to friends and if ever down that way will stay again.

Reviewed by Marie, 6th April 2024

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Reviewed by Ian, 30th March 2024

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The cottage is in a great location, beautifully furnished with a beach only a short walk away. The sofa was incredibly comfortable and garden was enclosed which was great for our dog. The welcome and information pack was very thoughtful and even tea, coffee, sugar, dishwasher tablets and dog treats were provided. The only negatives we encountered wRead moreere that all the mattresss were very firm for us and the oven despite only having two dials to press and turn we found difficult to operate. Hide

Reviewed by Louisa, 23rd March 2024

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The Bothy is a great base for exploring the surrounding Northumberland countryside. Longhoughton is fairly quiet. Theres a nice walk on the beach road to exercise your dog. The accommodation itself is very well equipped and there is a really handy coat/ shoe area in the hall for all your outdoor stuff. We didnt sit outside as the weather wasnt greaRead moret, but the outside area would be perfect on a sunny day. It was properly secure which was ideal for our dog. Hide

Reviewed by Terry, 9th March 2024

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Reviewed by Karen, 24th February 2024

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Fabulously well equipped cottage, really lovely and clean. Perfectly formed and suited us down to the ground. Fabulous location for accessing the Northumberland coastline. Lovely surprise from the owners with treats for us and our dog! Thank you for a lovely stay.

Reviewed by Joanne, 19th February 2024

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This cottage is such a gem , honestly thought twice about leaving this review ! :-) Tucked away perfect location , close to most things we wanted to visit. Clean , jam packed with everything we needed. Beautiful welcome pack. The decor was perfect , the feel of The Bothy was just divine. So lucky to have stumbled on this gem

Reviewed by Katherine, 14th February 2024

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This is a really well equipped cottage, with so many thoughtful touches. The location is really ideal for exploring the beautiful coastline of Northumberland - and walkers and dog owners have clearly been thought about in the way the cottage is appointed. There is a nice small patio from which you can hear the gorgeous birdsong every morning and evRead moreening. Perfect for a weekend away for 2 friends, and would be ideal for a small family. Hide

Reviewed by Janet, 3rd February 2024

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A beautiful cottage, small but perfectly formed. Exceptionally clean and good quality bedding. Beds were extremely comfortable. Kitchen had everything you would need. Garden was great for my dog and lovely areas to walk from doorstep. We went to the Cafe just down the road for a coffee and scone. Very dog friendly. Very good instructions and informRead moreation for arrival. Take a torch if you go in the winter months as it was extremely dark walking down the drive to cottage. Had a lovely time. Hide

Reviewed by Miranda, 8th December 2023

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Lovely charming cottage that has been tastefully decorated and maintained. All amenities you could ask for. Very close by to a lovely cafe for snacks etc and ideally positioned close to Alnwick with all its shops and takeaways. Lovely welcome package even a toy and chews for our dog. Love Northumbria, loved the cottage. Thanks

Reviewed by Tracey, 18th November 2023

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Beautiful holiday cottage, with some lovely quirky touches Well equipped and a perfect location for the North Northumberland coast and beaches

Reviewed by Sue, 22nd July 2023

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Lovely cottage in a quiet location. Loved the little extras. They made all the difference. The dog toy was loved by Casper. Had everything you could ever need.

Reviewed by Elizabeth, 15th July 2023

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Reviewed by Brian, 1st July 2023

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The cottage was ideal for us. It is centrally located and we often zipped up and down the coast visiting many coastal areas from Amble up to Lindisfarne. This coast is stunning and we were lucky enough to see Dolphins twice during our week-long stay. The cottage is well-equipped and has everything you could possibly need. One of our best and most mRead moreemorable family holidays. We would defiantly book again. Hide

Reviewed by Nev, 24th June 2023

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Reviewed by Alison, 3rd June 2023

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Great location. The Bothy was very clean. Milk and orange juice in the fridge on arrival, plus treats for the dog which was very much appreciated. The bathroom is tiny so would not suit those with limited mobility. The Running Fox cafe just up the road is amazing!

Reviewed by Phillipa, 20th May 2023

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Great stay, fantastic location, and fabulous local amenities.

Reviewed by JEAN, 13th May 2023

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Just 100% for everything one of the nicest places we have stayed so clean so we'll equipped lovely touches milk orange juice ,biscuits, dog treats well done and many thanks.

Reviewed by Lisa, 29th April 2023

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Comfortable cottage in a pretty village location with a pleasant walk to the beautiful beach. Easy access to easy coastal walk with stunning beaches and villages along the way. Cottage is compact but has everything you need. Local cafe serves delicious food in the day time and coop is only a few minutes walk away for essential supplies. Beautiful aRead morerea to explore Hide

Reviewed by Louise, 17th April 2023

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Lovely cozy cottage, exactly as described and in a great location. The welcome pack was a really thoughtful touch, particularly as it included a squeaky toy and treats for our dog. We hope to return. Thank you.

Reviewed by Hazel, 18th March 2023

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Lovely area, kitchen facilities and equipment we're more than adequate. Plenty of games available for those wet days. Internet great. Perfectly situated. Short walk to beach.

Reviewed by Samantha, 14th March 2023

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What a lovely place! lots of lovely touches from the flowers/poo bags/pringles to the big map on the wall, lots of towels, really comfy beds, warm perfect. A great location for walking and exploring- excellent thankyou!

Reviewed by Jen, 4th March 2023

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Wonderful cottage! This is our 2nd time staying at the Bothy, we loved it so much last year, we booked to come back. Its a coothie cottage, open plan kitchen, diner and living room. Warm and cosy, and an enclosed little garden, ideal for the dog. The beds are super comfy and the shower huge. Longhoughton itself is so accessible for the coast and siRead moreghts around Northumberland. The garden is compact and private and must be a super sun trap in the summer! Holiday Cottages staff are so good too! Hide

Reviewed by Henry, 1st January 2023

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Great location as able to walk from the door round down to the beach and then either north or south.

Reviewed by Nicky, 27th December 2022

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This is a well appointed cottage in the heart of Longhoughton, only a short walk to the local shop, cafe and beach. The cottage is well-equipped, comfortable and peaceful. The courtyard style enclosed garden is perfect for guests with dogs.

Reviewed by Philip, 12th November 2022

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Very comfortable stay and cottage was spotless, thanks for treats , and milk/ juice, beds were very comfortable, great location.

Reviewed by Michelle, 29th October 2022

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The Bothy is a beautiful little cottage, everything you could possibly want and need. The welcome pack was a lovely surprise to find, especially the little doggie pack of chews, toy and poop bags. Unfortunately I fell on a walk on the first full day and broke my wrist. This however did not spoil our holiday, the location of the cottage proved to beRead more perfect, bus stop outside, short walk to the coast path, shop up the road and a cafe/ takeaway a couple of doors down. Lovely Hide

Reviewed by Neil, 22nd October 2022

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The Bothy is beautiful and is in a brilliant location! We loved coming home to the cosy cottage after a day on Northumberland's gorgeous beaches!

Reviewed by Helen, 15th October 2022

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We had a lovely time at the Bothy. The house was cosy and had everything you could need. The map on the wall is a nice feature. It was great that the garden was enclosed so we could safely let our dog out. The location is fantastic with great walks. We enjoyed breakfast at the Running Fox in Longhoughton. There are many restaurants a short drive awRead moreay in Alnmouth. Thank you for a lovely stay. We would recommend this property. Hide

Reviewed by Diane, 8th October 2022

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Cottage is small but well equipped with everything you need and very clean , the outside patio area is small but secure if you have dogs or small children. Parking on drive is a bit tight getting in/out for large vehicles as shared with another property but manageable. The village is well placed to visit all areas of the beautiful Northumberland coRead moreastline, also a lovely walk from the Cottage near by to local beach. Hide

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View of the property
Tastefully decorated open plan living area
Enjoy your breakfast and plan your day
Cosy and bright lounge area
Enjoy a cosy movie night
Well equipped kitchen
A great bright social space
So much to see in the local area
Stay in and have a game of 'The Bothy-opoly'
Show 9 moreBright and funky twin or king size bedroom

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