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The Porthole

Craster, Northumberland
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Sleeps 7
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

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  • Stone seaside retreat just meters from Craster's harbour, seafood restaurants, and local shop
  • Cosy up with your loved ones around the open fire at this three-storey coastal retreat
  • Dine alfresco with pretty harbour views in the enclosed garden and await the dark, starry night skies
Property code: OC-T28831

This property enjoys an enviable position in the popular, unspoilt fishing village of Craster just a few meters from the harbour and small beach, and a little further to the village shop and award-winning local seafood restaurant. Walk the coastal path to Dunstanburgh Castle from the doorstep, for spectacular views and local wildlife. Finish the walk with a drink in the pub which offers both great views and a tasty menu, or try freshly cooked food from the quirky cafe located in the main car park. Embleton village (3 miles) has pubs, restaurants and a general store. Play golf and walk to the sandy beach and onto Low-Newton with its beachside pub. Visit Howick Hall Gardens for its tearoom (3 miles), Beadnell Bay for its golden sand (9 miles) and magnificent Bamburgh Castle for epic adventures (13 miles).

Set over three floors, with wonderful views, this delightful semi-detached property was a former fisherman’s cottage built from local whinstone around 1906. One step leads to the garden path and front door. Come into the hallway, where you can store your outdoor boots and coats. There is a bookcase with a range of books to dip into during your stay. Head into the spacious, bright lounge with a large, picture window offering a lovely view towards the harbour. There is comfortable seating for everyone to relax on in front of the cosy, open fire and you can enjoy a movie night in front of the Smart TV. The kitchen/diner is just off the hallway and boasts a large dining table and seating for eight for sociable mealtimes together. The kitchen has a traditional stone-flagged floor and is fully equipped with everything you will need during your stay including a useful walk-in larder-style cupboard to store your food. A cupboard reveals the washer/dryer, and there is a glazed door leading to the rear patio area. On the first floor, you will find two bedrooms: the king-size with a single sofa bed, useful for an additional child guest, and a spacious twin bedroom with views towards the harbour. The family bathroom has a shower over the bath and a WC. Take the stairs to the second floor, passing the port hole set in the wall on the way, and find two more attractive bedrooms. There is a double bedroom with amazing sea views and a built-in wardrobe, and a tranquil single bedroom with views towards the countryside and the sea. A modern shower room serves this floor with a walk-in shower and WC.

Outside to the front, there is an enclosed garden overlooking the harbour with outdoor dining furniture. To the rear, there is a patio area (not enclosed) with bench seating.

  • 4 bedrooms – 1 king-size (with an additional single sofa bed for 1 additional child), 1 double, 1 twin, 1 single
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and a WC, 1 shower room with shower and WC, plus 1 additional WC
  • Electric range-style oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, larder-style cupboard, and washer/dryer
  • Stairgates for top and bottom, travel cot, and highchair available on request
  • Open fire (first container of coal and kindling provided)
  • Smart TV in the lounge and a small TV with Freeview in the kitchen
  • Front enclosed garden with garden furniture, rear patio area (not fully enclosed) with bench seating
  • Charcoal BBQ
  • Allocated off-road parking on a shared driveway for 1 car (adjacent to the property)
  • Additional, free on-street parking (subject to availability), and a main car park (charges apply)
  • Beach just over 150 metres, village shop (limited provisions) and pub just over 300 metres, general store 3 miles away in Embleton
  • Due to location, phone signal in the village may be limited
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Laura Watts

This property is personally managed by Laura.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

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Reviewed by Kate 14th April 2024

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Lovely cottage in beautiful location. Quiet and peaceful only a few metres from the sea. Lovely walk across the field to Dunstanbrough Castle. Very little in Craster village except a wonderful smokehouse selling fresh smoked kippers and other fish. A real treat to have kippers for breakfast everyday. There is also a restaurant/pub serving very nRead moreice food, but its expensive and will need to book. The cottage is quite large, well equipped, warm, clean and comfy. Lovely welcome basket of tea, coffee, milk and biscuits. If you want somewhere away from crowds this is a great location. Hide

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