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Harbour Master's House

Craster, near Alnwick, Northumberland
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Romantic
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • A stunning coastal property with statement architecture
  • In an enviable, elevated position above Craster’s magnificent harbour
  • Savour morning coffee on the balcony whilst admiring the view of Dunstanburgh Castle

Property code: OC-566727

Situated in an elevated position overlooking the magnificent Craster Harbour, this characterful cottage welcomes six guests and is perfect for a family seeking a coastal adventure. Sun seek on the beach, or take long walks through the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty before retreating to this welcoming home and dining alfresco on your private balcony.

Stylish decor and thoughtful touches throughout this cottage combine with characterful features such as stone-flagged flooring and exposed brickwork, to make this a real home-from-home. Spend time together as a group in the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. Rustle up tasty meals in the well-equipped kitchen and then eat together around the six-seater dining table. Afterwards, get cosy in front of the lounge’s warming wood burner and play games or watch TV. Two of the three bedrooms are situated on the ground floor, a small twin, and a double bedroom, sharing a stylish family bathroom. Upstairs is the master bedroom, which contains a king-size bed, a Smart TV, and an en-suite shower room. Spend mornings lazing in bed admiring the wonderful views. Finally, you will love the decked balcony, accessed via the ground floor’s bi-fold doors. Take a seat on the outdoor furniture, sip on an evening tipple and watch the sun set on the horizon.

Craster is a bustling fishing village, which contains several eateries and pubs. The village pub/restaurant right next door to this property offers up delicious seafood dishes, and nearby, you can pick up some of Craster’s delicacy, kippers (200 metres). While there is a small stretch of sand complete with rock pools in Craster, you can enjoy the pretty shores and water sports at Embleton, just 2 miles away. If you prefer getting active, head off along the Northumberland Coast Path, and visit the fabulous 13th-century Dunstanburgh Castle (1.5 miles).

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 double, 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 with bath, shower and WC, 1 en-suite with shower and WC
  • Double oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer
  • Welcome pack included
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs supplied between 01 Oct and 31 Mar only)
  • Heating via wall-mounted electric heaters and underfloor heating
  • TV in the lounge and the master bedroom
  • No mobile signal
  • Split-level terrace with furniture
  • Private parking for 1 car
  • Beach, pub and shop less than 0.5 miles
  • Please note, due to its location next to the village pub, you may hear early morning deliveries throughout your stay
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Elliot Albiston

This property is personally managed by Elliot.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 35 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Alice 18th July 2026

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The location of the cottage is amazing, the view over the harbour to the castle is really special, as is the sheer number and variety of birds that can be seen from the terrace. The cottage is comfortable and well equipped but there was no book to say how appliances worked or when to put the bins out etc, which is really necessary when staying someRead morewhere for a week. Hide

Reviewed by Tracey 12th July 2026

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Reviewed by Nicola 31st May 2026

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Great house, its our 2nd visit. Extremely well equipped, and a lovely welcome hamper. Location is perfect.

Reviewed by Andrew 16th May 2026

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Reviewed by Donna 19th April 2026

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Reviewed by Paul 4th April 2026

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Come rain or shine, possibly the best view of Craster harbour and Dunstanburgh Castle can be seen from this cottage, thanks to the full width Bi-fold glass doors. Well equipped & comfortable cottage. Good pub / restaurant yards from the door. The smokery also close by selling excellent choices of seafood, caught and landed in Craster Harbour. CoRead moreastel walks from the door. Excellent cottage. Highly recommend. Many thanks for the excellent welcome pack. Hide

Reviewed by Anne 4th April 2026

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We had a super holiday here. The location was great. My grandsons loved being so near to the beach where they loved the rock pools. We enjoyed the views over the harbour and the excellent seafood.

Reviewed by Gill 23rd March 2026

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Reviewed by Alison 17th February 2026

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Setting is superb, lovely on a winters day looking out over the harbour. Light is superb( but with a due north outlook, do not expect sun) location could not be bettered. A starter pack with tea bags & milk would have been appreciated. The service from Holiday cottages was excellent trying to help us to negotiate issues with heating, hot water anRead mored a leak. Communication - even in the evening is superb. Fiona & Gemma especially deserve mention. The property was clean superficially but no attention to detail eg, clip in shower, memory foam mattress halfway down bed but sheet placed over the top. Hide

Reviewed by Rita 24th January 2026

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Lovely cottage with one of the best views in Craster

Reviewed by Russell 6th January 2026

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A beautifully located and well-appointed cottage - exactly as described - perfect for a family with outstanding views.

Reviewed by B 14th November 2025

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Reviewed by Karen 5th August 2025

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Obviously it's all about the view which is outstanding, because it's not cheap to stay there, so we still enjoyed it but expected a better standard

Reviewed by Gillian 5th July 2025

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Great location and very comfortable

Reviewed by Ali 28th June 2025

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The location of this property is fantastic. We stayed a few years ago and loved it so came back. But its a bit tired and not of the same standard and let down by cleaning and equipment repairs. If thats fixed it will be fantastic again

Reviewed by David 7th June 2025

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The location spoils you for any other property in Craster.

Reviewed by James 20th May 2025

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Stunning view north to Dunstanburgh from the lookout.

Reviewed by Alan 22nd April 2025

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It's a nice place in a great location, with amazing views of the harbour, coast, and castle. It's nicely equipped and comfortable. Just beware: They only allow you to have hot water for two small windows of the day, and the rest of the time, it's stone cold.

Reviewed by Jo 12th April 2025

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Reviewed by David 8th April 2025

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Superb house , well appointed and fully equipped. Stunning views over the harbour and out to sea. Great food at the Jolly Fisherman.

Reviewed by Debbie 7th April 2025

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Reviewed by Catherine 11th March 2025

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Reviewed by Lianne 4th March 2025

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A great place to stay, views are incredible but we had a few issues, hot water - there is only a small tank and this isnt enough to fill the lovely bath they have. The overflow for the bath leaks and the showers are dated with the extractor being dirty. The property is a great standard with the bathrooms updated it would really make it a stand out Read moreproperty. Hide

Reviewed by Judi 8th January 2025

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**A Wonderful Stay at Harbour Master's House** We had a truly delightful stay at Harbour Masters House over the New Year, and it was everything we hoped for and more. The cottage itself is cosy and comfortable, offering stunning views of the coastline and the iconic Dunstanburgh Castle. The setting is simply breathtaking, and we found ourselves Read morespending hours just gazing at the ever-changing land and seascape. One of the highlights was ringing in the New Year at The Jolly Fisherman, just next door. We enjoyed a fantastic meal, paired with wonderful entertainmentan unforgettable way to start the year. On New Years Day, the weather was rather stormy, with torrential rain and strong winds. However, this gave us the perfect excuse to retreat to the conservatory, where we spent hours playing cards and board games while still soaking in the dramatic views outside. The view was truly mesmerizing, constantly shifting with the elements. There were a couple of minor maintenance issues during our stay, which Ive already brought to the attention of the company. However, these were small things that didnt detract from our enjoyment or spoil the peace and relaxation of our week. We had a thoroughly enjoyable time, and we would happily return to Harbour Masters House for another peaceful getaway. Hide

Reviewed by Alan 29th December 2024

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Sadly an air of neglect in the property. In need of repairs and decorating. In need of a deep clean. Ensuit mouldy and had mildew and dirty. Very bad waterstain in the living room. I guess a leak from the upstairs en suite. Crockery chipped. Mismatched. Bifold door exteemely difficult to open. Not good if there is a fire. Your second get out. GlassRead morees mismatched. If you book check what is provided. Welcome pack etc. We didn't get one apart from 6 tea bags. No oven gloves kitchen roll. Really in need of a serious look at. Especially what we paid for the Christmas period. A bottle of wine would have been a nice touch. However it was warm and comfortable with a fantastic view. Hide

Reviewed by Mark 18th November 2024

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We love this cottage, the location and views are amazing, Craster is one of our favourite places to visit and this special cottage is one we have returned to twice now. The beds are extremely comfortable with high quality linen and the towels provided are luxurious. We had everything we needed to make the most of our stay, choosing to eat in mosRead moret evenings, however the pub next door is well worth a visit. Provision of coal for the log burner was a great touch, as our stay was in November, the cosy fire made our evenings very special. There are a couple of maintenance issues that need to be addressed, but this in no way detracted from our enjoyment. Hide

Reviewed by Louisa 10th November 2024

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The best part of the Harbour Masters House is having a drink on the terrace overlooking Craster Harbour and the views of Dunstanburgh Castle

Reviewed by Amy 3rd November 2024

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Lovely location, perfect size and would stay again. Many thanks

Reviewed by Tracie 22nd October 2024

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Superb location. Beautiful cottage. Very comfortable.

Reviewed by Jessica 29th September 2024

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A lovely week spent in this beautiful cottage with a great sea view. Would definitely recommend.

Reviewed by Keith 17th September 2024

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We found this to be a delightful cottage with the view out across the harbour and the restless sea towards Dunstanburgh castle captivating. The cottage is well equipped with a nice homely feel about it, although we took advantage of the various options to eat out on our travels. It made an excellent base which we were sad to leave behind

Reviewed by Dave 9th September 2024

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A really nice cottage in a beautiful location. The cottage was welcoming, cosy, quiet, and spotlessly clean, with stunning views over the harbour and with the bonus of a castle in the distance. We were amazed by the amount of good quality 'stuff' in the cottage, particuarly in the well appointed kitchen. The pub next door was a bonus with good fRead moreood and drink and our reservations about its noise and proximity proved unfounded. You do need to book evening dinners a couple of days in advance though. There were some lovely walks and it proved a great place to see Northumberland from. Would definitely recommend this cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Fran 18th August 2024

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Reviewed by Juliet 3rd August 2024

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Fantastic cottage in an amazing location . Super comfy beds and loved our stay .

Reviewed by Dominique 30th July 2024

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The location of the cottage couldnt have been nicer; the cottage in itself was really comfortable, only kitchen could have been a bit better equipped (dishwasher tablets, washing up liquid, sponge, cooking oil).

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