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Craster Tower Penthouse, Craster

Northumberland » Craster
Sleeps up to 8
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 4

Craster Tower Penthouse is a spectacular four-bedroom duplex apartment set within a Grade II listed country house dating from the 14th century. Built around an original Pele Tower in Craster, Northumberland, this property offers 8 guests a chance to stay in a genuine piece of medieval history. The accommodation spans two floors with period features throughout.

Craster village sits on the stunning Northumberland coast, with sandy beaches a short drive away and the ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle nearby for coastal walks.

The first floor houses four bedrooms: one super-king zip-link (converts to twin on request), one king-size and two twin rooms with TVs, along with three bathrooms.

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About Craster Tower Penthouse

Craster Tower Penthouse is a spectacular four-bedroom duplex apartment set within a Grade II listed country house dating from the 14th century. Built around an original Pele Tower in Craster, Northumberland, this property offers 8 guests a chance to stay in a genuine piece of medieval history. The accommodation spans two floors with period features throughout.

Craster village sits on the stunning Northumberland coast, with sandy beaches a short drive away and the ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle nearby for coastal walks.

The first floor houses four bedrooms: one super-king zip-link (converts to twin on request), one king-size and two twin rooms with TVs, along with three bathrooms. Two sitting rooms hold a woodburning stove and a grand piano, while the kitchen-diner boasts colourful artwork and a playroom holds children's toys and a cot. Off-road parking accommodates four cars.

Howick Hall Gardens (2 miles, 6 minutes) showcases seasonal planting. Bamburgh Castle (12 miles, 20 minutes) dominates the coastline. Alnwick Castle (7 miles, 15 minutes) offers film location tours and Alnwick Garden (6.5 miles, 14 minutes) is close by.

Craster Tower Penthouse suits families and groups wanting authentic historical accommodation with modern comfort near Northumberland's best coastal attractions. Pick your dates and book this historic Pele Tower retreat for eight, dogs included.

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Craster Tower Penthouse Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Craster Tower Penthouse 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.

Howick Hall
Distance: 2 miles (6 min drive)
NE66 3LB
Alnwick Castle
Distance: 6.9 miles (15 min drive)
NE66 1NQ
Bamburgh Castle
Distance: 12.1 miles (20 min drive)
NE69 7DF
Northumberland Coast Path
Distance: 1 mile (3 min drive)
Northumberland Coast National Landscape
Distance: 4.9 miles (10 min drive)
NE67 5EW
Coquet Island
Distance: 15 miles (30 min drive)
NE65 0SF
The Mick Oxley Gallery
Distance: 1.1 miles (3 min drive)
NE66 3TH
The Co-operative Food
Distance: 4.1 miles (9 min drive)
NE66 3JP
The Cheese Room
Distance: 6.7 miles (14 min drive)
NE66 1HX
Alnmouth Station
Distance: 7.6 miles (16 min drive)
NE66 3QF
Alnwick Bus Station
Distance: 6.8 miles (15 min drive)
NE66 1NJ
Newcastle International Airport
Distance: 43.5 miles (1 hr 13 min drive)
NE13 8BZ
Howick Hall
Distance: 2 miles (6 min drive)
NE66 3LB
Alnwick Castle
Distance: 6.9 miles (15 min drive)
NE66 1NQ
Bamburgh Castle
Distance: 12.1 miles (20 min drive)
NE69 7DF
Northumberland Coast Path
Distance: 1 mile (3 min drive)
Northumberland Coast National Landscape
Distance: 4.9 miles (10 min drive)
NE67 5EW
Coquet Island
Distance: 15 miles (30 min drive)
NE65 0SF
The Mick Oxley Gallery
Distance: 1.1 miles (3 min drive)
NE66 3TH
The Co-operative Food
Distance: 4.1 miles (9 min drive)
NE66 3JP
The Cheese Room
Distance: 6.7 miles (14 min drive)
NE66 1HX
Alnmouth Station
Distance: 7.6 miles (16 min drive)
NE66 3QF
Alnwick Bus Station
Distance: 6.8 miles (15 min drive)
NE66 1NJ
Newcastle International Airport
Distance: 43.5 miles (1 hr 13 min drive)
NE13 8BZ

Is Craster Tower Penthouse Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Children can use the dedicated playroom, which holds a cot and a highchair and travel cot are available on request. The communal garden has a lawn and tennis court and Craster has a playground 1.2 miles away (4 min drive). The two twin bedrooms each have a TV and the harbour and small beach are close by.
For Couples
This property is not ideal for couples as it sleeps eight guests across four bedrooms. The scale suits families and groups rather than romantic getaways. However, the woodburning stove and grand piano create atmospheric evenings. Coastal walks to Dunstanburgh Castle offer dramatic scenery. The property's historical character and period features provide a memorable backdrop for special occasions.
Pet Friendly
Two well-behaved dogs are welcome at Craster Tower Penthouse. The communal garden has a lawn for exercise and a cloakroom, drying room and utility room deal with muddy clothes after coastal walks. The Northumberland Coast Path is about a mile away (3 min drive), with Craster's harbour and beaches nearby.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Craster Tower Penthouse

2-Bedroom Cottage with Parking in Craster

Located 0.4 miles (8 min walk) from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 3SS

Craster Seafood Restaurant

Located 1 mile (3 min drive) from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 3TR

Jolly Fisherman

Located 1 mile (3 min drive) from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 3TR

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Craster Tower Penthouse

Does Craster Tower Penthouse have a hot tub?
No, this property does not have a hot tub. It does have a woodburning stove, a grand piano and a communal garden with a tennis court.
Is the property pet-friendly?
Yes, two well-behaved dogs are welcome at Craster Tower Penthouse. The Northumberland Coast Path is about a mile away for dog walks.
How many guests can stay at Craster Tower Penthouse?
The property sleeps eight guests across four bedrooms and three bathrooms. The super-king zip-link bed can be set up as twin beds on request.
What facilities are provided for children?
A playroom holds a cot and a highchair and travel cot are available on request. The communal garden has a lawn and tennis court and Craster has a children's playground.
Where is the nearest beach to the property?
Craster has a small beach by its harbour and some of Northumberland's finest sandy beaches are nearby. The Northumberland Coast Path is about a mile away (3 min drive).
What parking is available at Craster Tower Penthouse?
Off-road parking is provided for four cars. A chargeable electric vehicle port is also available at the property.
When are check-in days at this property?
Check-in is on Fridays and Mondays with a minimum stay of three nights. Short breaks are not accepted between April and October.
What historical features does the property have?
The apartment is built around a 14th century Pele Tower within a Grade II listed country house. There is a library, tall ceilings and tear-drop shaped windows in the second sitting room.

Craster Tower Penthouse Reviews

Christine
Beautiful accommodation, exactly as it looks in the pictures. The host is very welcoming and helpful and couldn't do more for us. Would definitely consider staying again if our group were ever to return to Northumberland.
Had a fantastic long weekend. The family were very welcoming and helpful. The property was wonderful. Would love to go back.
Maureen
Fabulous historic property, in a beautiful part of the country, with lots of things to do in the immediate area. The owners couldn't have been more helpful, from the initial tour, giving us the family history, to solving a minor issue that arose. Would thoroughly recommend this beautiful apartment.
Briony
We had a lovely family holiday at Craster Tower. Very comfortable, spacious, well equipped and cared for. It was perfectly placed for exploring the Northumberland coast and lovely to return to in the evenings. Thoroughly recommend and hope to return at some point in the future.
Great place for family and friends. Excellent facilities and lovely large kitchen, but would have really appreciated some roasting tins or trays and baking tins.
Siobhan
It was amazing to be able to stay in such a historic property. The settling of the crows in the trees in the evening was incredibly atmospheric. We thoroughly enjoyed predinner drinks and post dinner games in the drawing room situated in the C14th tower. There are so many rooms and seating areas, we could all be alone when desired. Craster Tower is well situated for coastal walking and for impressive castles and gardens. We had a great holiday and hope to be back!
The historical value of this property is amazing to stay in a castle penthouse was fantastic. Mrs Craster and her daughters are such lovely friendly people nothing is a bother to them. We just loved afternoon tea in the drawing room which was just so beautiful luckily we had the sun too. We will return.
Christopher
A wonderful relaxing stay in a family home full of charm and history. Very friendly hosts.
Very comfortable, beautiful rooms, great location. Will definitely be back!
The owner met us on arrival, showed us around , gave us a wonderful introduction to the property. We had booked the stay as somewhere to celebrate our golden wedding anniversary with family and it was the perfect place. The only niggle and not in anyway the fault of Mrs Craster , the owner, was that on arrival we were charge 20 for each of the two dogs and nowhere in the description or the breakdown of the fee we had paid. Surely this should be mentioned in the info?
A very comfortable property, well appointed and equipped. The host was very welcoming when we arrived and took us through everything we needed to know.
This was an amazing experience! The Castle with its amazing building authentic furniture took you back in time ! The grand piano and the open fire were another addition to the grandeur and cosey ness of this amazing place. The hosts were incredibly welcoming and Mrs Craster took us in a tour to explore the beauty of this place. Thank you for your hospitality!!
Denise
We thoroughly enjoyed the spacious and well equipped castle, as my granddaughter labelled it. Michael and Fiona had supplied a number of extras which the children loved and benefitted from toys, steps, toddler toilet seat, buckets, spades, nets, slide and trampoline to name but a few. The configuration of the property allowed 3 families to be together and still have their own space when needed. Thank you so much to Michael and Fiona, whose attention before and during our holiday was reassuring but unobtrusive. All in all it was perfect!
Jennifer
Fiona & Michael were extremely welcoming. Craster Tower Penthouse had all the magic for our Grandaughter & family of staying in a castle but also with the additional feeling of home from home. Very spacious & well equipped including lots of extras. The buckets & spades gave us loads of pleasure on the beach even in February & the trampoline was a great hit. Very dogfriendly too. Just lovely. Would highly recommend. Was a very special stay for all the family.
Lots of space in this property which is full of character. The owners live on the site and were very helpful and welcoming. Very well equipped kitchen. An excellent base for exploring the Northumberland coast.
Fantastic Property with absolutely loads of room, the owners could not have been more friendly. Great location to explore the wonders of Northumberland
Craster Tower is a really special place. The location is superb, being just outside the bustling village of Craster, yet within a few minutes&39 walk. The accommodation is fabulous and the owner&39s welcome and initial tour of the property second to none. We will definitely be returning, and the next visit can&39t come soon enough!
It&39s an excellent property, combining the comfort and grandeur of a stately home which is what it is with modern facilities and accoutrements.
Very comfortable , thoughtfully and excellently equipped. The furniture and furnishings were reminiscent of a home not just a holiday home.
Excellent property lovely spacious rooms and very well equipped kitchen. Good location with the coast within walking distance of the property.
An amazing property which allowed us to feel that we were living in the lap of luxury in a quiet and beautiful setting. The owners are very welcoming.
The accommodation was spacious, appointed to an excellent standard, with lovely touches. The beds were comfortable, the Kitchen had everything in it you could need, and the towels were fluffy!
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