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Byre Cottage, Embleton

Northumberland » Embleton
Sleeps up to 4
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 2

Byre Cottage is a single-storey holiday home at North Farm in Northumberland. This modern property sleeps four guests and sits just under 2 miles from Embleton Beach. The cottage features a private hot tub on the spacious front patio with coastal views. You'll find off-road parking and access to a shared swimming pool on the complex.

The location puts you a short drive from Dunstanburgh Castle, while Newton Beach is five minutes by car. The village of Embleton offers a pub and local amenities less than a mile away. Holy Island and Bamburgh are both within easy reach for day trips.

Inside you'll find two bedrooms: one king-size and one twin.

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About Byre Cottage

Byre Cottage is a single-storey holiday home at North Farm in Northumberland. This modern property sleeps four guests and sits just under 2 miles from Embleton Beach. The cottage features a private hot tub on the spacious front patio with coastal views. You'll find off-road parking and access to a shared swimming pool on the complex.

The location puts you a short drive from Dunstanburgh Castle, while Newton Beach is five minutes by car. The village of Embleton offers a pub and local amenities less than a mile away. Holy Island and Bamburgh are both within easy reach for day trips.

Inside you'll find two bedrooms: one king-size and one twin. The bathroom has a bath and walk-in shower, while the open-plan kitchen includes an electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. LPG central heating keeps things warm and a children's play area is available on site.

Alnwick Castle sits about 9 miles away (16 minutes) and Dunstanburgh Castle is a short drive from the cottage. Bamburgh Castle is about 9 miles north (12 minutes), while Craster's famous kippers are just under 4 miles away (9 minutes).

Byre Cottage works brilliantly for families wanting beach access and castle exploration. The ground-floor layout and disabled access make it practical for all guests. See which weeks are free and book your hot tub stay on the Northumberland coast.

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Byre Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Byre Cottage during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Northumberland's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Dunstanburgh Castle
Distance: 1.8 miles (6 min drive)
NE66 3TT
Bamburgh Castle
Distance: 8.8 miles (12 min drive)
NE69 7DF
Alnwick Castle
Distance: 8.8 miles (16 min drive)
NE66 1NQ
Northumberland Coast National Landscape
Distance: 1.6 miles (2 min drive)
NE67 5EW
Northumberland Coast Path
Distance: 1.3 miles (4 min drive)
Ros Castle
Distance: 17.6 miles (28 min drive)
NE67 5JA
English Heritage
Distance: 3 miles (8 min drive)
NE66 3TG
Scotty's
Distance: 6.6 miles (9 min drive)
NE68 7TN
The Co-operative Food
Distance: 6 miles (10 min drive)
NE66 3JP
Chathill Station
Distance: 5.5 miles (8 min drive)
NE67 5DF
Alnwick Bus Station
Distance: 8.7 miles (15 min drive)
NE66 1NJ
Newcastle International Airport
Distance: 45.4 miles (1 hr 13 min drive)
NE13 8BZ
Dunstanburgh Castle
Distance: 1.8 miles (6 min drive)
NE66 3TT
Bamburgh Castle
Distance: 8.8 miles (12 min drive)
NE69 7DF
Alnwick Castle
Distance: 8.8 miles (16 min drive)
NE66 1NQ
Northumberland Coast National Landscape
Distance: 1.6 miles (2 min drive)
NE67 5EW
Northumberland Coast Path
Distance: 1.3 miles (4 min drive)
Ros Castle
Distance: 17.6 miles (28 min drive)
NE67 5JA
English Heritage
Distance: 3 miles (8 min drive)
NE66 3TG
Scotty's
Distance: 6.6 miles (9 min drive)
NE68 7TN
The Co-operative Food
Distance: 6 miles (10 min drive)
NE66 3JP
Chathill Station
Distance: 5.5 miles (8 min drive)
NE67 5DF
Alnwick Bus Station
Distance: 8.7 miles (15 min drive)
NE66 1NJ
Newcastle International Airport
Distance: 45.4 miles (1 hr 13 min drive)
NE13 8BZ

Is Byre Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Children can use the shared swimming pool and play area on the North Farm complex. A track leads from the farm down to Embleton Bay for sandcastles and paddling. Dunstanburgh Castle is 1.8 miles away and Alnwick Castle is about 9 miles (16 minutes) by car.
For Couples
The front patio has a hot tub with views out to sea and the king-size bedroom suits two. Walk the coast path past Dunstanburgh Castle towards Craster, or head to The Ship Inn at Low Newton, 2.1 miles away (5 min drive), known for its microbrewery.
Pet Friendly
Pets are not allowed at Byre Cottage, so it is not suitable if you are travelling with a dog. The cottage is also non-smoking.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Byre Cottage

The Greys Inn

Located 0.7 miles (2 min drive) from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 3UY

The Ship Inn

Located 2.1 miles (5 min drive) from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 3EL

Craster Seafood Restaurant

Located 3.7 miles (9 min drive) from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 3TR

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Byre Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
Yes, Byre Cottage has a hot tub on the front patio, positioned for privacy. Between November and April it is emptied, cleaned and refilled on Fridays.
Is it pet friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at Byre Cottage. The cottage is also non-smoking.
How many people does Byre Cottage sleep?
Byre Cottage sleeps 4 guests in two bedrooms. One has a king-size bed and the other has twin beds.
What facilities are in the kitchen?
The open-plan kitchen has an electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. The living area also has a Smart TV and WiFi.
Is there parking available?
Yes, there is off-road parking for one car, plus space for one further car on site. Electric vehicle charging points are available directly outside.
How far is the beach?
Embleton Beach is 1.8 miles from the cottage and is reached via the owner's land. Newton Beach is about five minutes away by car.
Are cots and highchairs provided?
Yes, a travel cot and highchair are in the cottage, with no need to request them before your stay. Guests should bring their own bedding for the cot.
What heating does the cottage have?
The cottage has LPG central heating and fuel and power are included in the rent. The bathroom also has a heated towel rail.

Byre Cottage Reviews

The property is very comfortable and the facilities on site are excellent. A few small things wouldve elevated the stay. Firstly I wouldve expected self catering accommodation to have salt pepper and oil for cooking and some form of detergent to be provided for the washing machine The calibre of toilet paper was very poor for the price point. The travel cot did not have a mattress and the instructions did not advise that this had to be brought. Please bring your own bedding for the cot does not suggest we need to bring a mattress. I have raised this point with customer services who have continued to ignore me. Unfortunately this poor customer service has meant I cant recommend this property.
Perfect location for exploring Northumberland. Good quality accommodation well run and maintained.
Maureen
Accommodation was fabulous, cleaned to a high standard. Everything we needed was there, especially liked the welcome package.
Excellent accommodation, just as good as our first visit last year. The standard of furnishing is very good. There is only the stiffness of the key pad cover that requires a mention almost too trivial to mention.
Excellent stay at Northdown Farm. Cottage was immaculate and well equipped. Hot Tub lovely and warm. Walk to the beach 2020 minutes depending on speed. Nice local pubs for food and drink.
The cottage was wonderful on a lovely clean well kept complex of similar cottages and apartments. The swimming pool was a bonus and luxurious. Our hot tub was great. The cottage was well furnished with everything we needed. The area surrounding Embleton is lovely and easy access to all main tourist spots in the area, including Seahouses for boats to Lindisfarne and the smaller isles. Alnwick castle and gardens Bamburgh castle . Lovely walks to the beach. The only disappointment was the inability to talk to anyone at Sykes cottages. I tried for 2 weeks it was very frustrating. I wont be booking with them again. This is no reflection on the accommodation but abysmal customer care on behalf of Sykes. The owners of North Farm cottages was lovely.
We could not have asked for a better stay in this beautiful cottage. It is in the perfect location for exploring this part of the country and the view from the cottage is stunning. The cottage and other onsite facilities were spotlessly clean and the little welcome pack of bread, biscuits, milk and juice were a lovely addition after a long drive. The recommendations provided for restaurants and food were excellent, particularly Embers pizza! Having use of the swimming pool was a fantastic addition to our stay. Our 2 children aged 3 and 6 loved the play park, the walk to the beach which was very easy to follow and well maintained and were mesmerised by the tiny fairy doors they kept spotting. Our 3 year old was very sad when we had to leave. Thank you so much for enabling us to have such a fabulous week away hopefully we will be back!
Comfortable property, very well equipped and lovely coastal views. Easy access to cottage for disabled visitors. Walk to beach on mown path was beautiful but at 40mins took a little longer than we thought. Only 5 mins to Newton or Embleton beaches by car.
Ashley
Fantastic property in a really nice location. It was spotless when we arrived and there were some nice items to get you going, bread, butter, milk etc such was a nice touch! Swimming pool was great and good to have private use of. Electric car chargers on site which were handy as I have an EV. Private path to the village and beach and the village has a lovely pub. We'll definitely be visiting again.
Excellent in all respects. So good we have rebooked for a similar trip next year.
Kirsty
Stunning location and views for this excellent cottage. Clean, warm, with everything you could want for a holiday and lots of thoughtful features like soap, washing up liquid, and even bath robes to wear on the way to the hot tub! The electric car charging stations are well sited and easy to use, and removed all hassle of trying to find a charger in a rural area. The idea of booking a slot in the swimming pool is brilliant and means a quiet swim. Clearly marked paths to the sea and plenty to see and do.
Maybe a sign on the beach track showing the way back to cottages just a small point
Absolutely fantastic property, very clean and well equipped. Enjoyed hot tub and the way the hot tubs were positioned they were quite private . Great base to travel and explore Northumberland. Just some kindling in wood basket would help start a fire as big logs dont burn straight away.
Sharon
A beautiful, modern and comfortable cottage in a lovely setting. Convenient for the coast and many must see places in Northumberland. The pool and hot tub were a bonus. I was also pleasantly surprised by the sea view from this cottage. Beautiful
Carolyn
What a fabulous cottage and location. We loved every moment of our holiday, from waking up to golden corn fields and sea views to evenings in the hot tub after castle and beach adventures. The swimming pool and on site facilities were brilliant, everything was pristine and so well managed. The cottage was so comfortable and well equipped. We are already planning our next trip!
Christopher
Overall the holiday was enjoyed by all. If you are looking to improve your standards, can l make the following comment. 1. the cottage was missing a salt and pepper cruet set. 2. The start and finish times placed us under too much pressure. they need to be returned to the pre covid, arrivals and departure times, especially when there is only one bathroom for four people.
Catherine
This property is modern well finished to high standard with everything you could ... This property is modern well finished to high standard with everything you could want loved the hot tub with view out to sea and love the location so near to many beautiful beaches and villages towns exceptional stay will return
We had a lovely break and the property is in a great location. Feedback It would have been helpful to have been advised before booking and before our stay that there was building works taking place next to the property on site next to the cottage. We sat in the hot tub to relax and unwind on holiday, to being next to a building site with loud noises of building works, of construction machinery drilling into concrete, walking under scaffolding to access the leisure centre. It started early morning and whilst we were there it wasnt relaxing or what I had expected from a countryside holiday break. It was also difficult to find the property when we arrived dark at night when the cottage was on a different entrance and part of the road, which would have been helpful to know prior to travelling. The cottage itself was lovely, with bread, butter, milk & biscuits provided was a nice touch. Everything was in lovely condition, the pool is fantastic and location and views to the sea also great.
Carole
Wonderful cottage in beautiful location with great facilities. We particularly enjoyed the swimming pool and hot tub, a real treat after a days walking. We felt the owners attention to detail enhanced our stay and we look forward to returning in the near future.
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