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Fidra, Embleton

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Rating
4.3
out of 5
Guest Rating
Rating
4.3
out of 5
Northumberland » Embleton
Sleeps up to 6
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 3

Fidra is a three-bedroom stone cottage in Embleton, Northumberland with spectacular coastal views from the first-floor living areas. This property sleeps six guests and sits just minutes from Embleton's sandy beach.

The Northumberland coast offers miles of unspoilt beaches and dramatic clifftop walks. Dunstanburgh Castle ruins stand three miles away. The area provides excellent opportunities for birdwatching and coastal exploration.

Three ground-floor bedrooms include one double and two twin rooms. The first-floor living space features a spacious sitting room with glass sliding doors overlooking the coast. The kitchen comes equipped with an electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher.

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About Fidra

Fidra is a three-bedroom stone cottage in Embleton, Northumberland with spectacular coastal views from the first-floor living areas. This property sleeps six guests and sits just minutes from Embleton's sandy beach.

The Northumberland coast offers miles of unspoilt beaches and dramatic clifftop walks. Dunstanburgh Castle ruins stand three miles away. The area provides excellent opportunities for birdwatching and coastal exploration.

Three ground-floor bedrooms include one double and two twin rooms. The first-floor living space features a spacious sitting room with glass sliding doors overlooking the coast. The kitchen comes equipped with an electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. One bathroom with bath and overhead shower serves all guests.

Dunstanburgh Castle (2 miles, 8 minutes), Alnwick Castle (7 miles, 15 minutes), Craster harbour (3 miles, 10 minutes) and Howick Hall Gardens (4 miles, 12 minutes) provide excellent days out.

Perfect for families wanting coastal access and dog owners with space for two pets. Fidra delivers outstanding sea views and beach proximity for memorable Northumberland breaks.

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Fidra Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Fidra 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: 2 miles
NE66 3TT
Alnwick Castle
Distance: 7 miles
NE66 1NQ
Howick Hall Gardens
Distance: 4 miles
NE66 3LB
Embleton Bay Beach Walk
Distance: 0.2 miles
NE66 3XF
Dunstanburgh Castle Coastal Path
Distance: 2 miles
NE66 3TT
Embleton Quarry Nature Reserve
Distance: 1 mile
NE66 3UN
Craster Village Shop
Distance: 3 miles
NE66 3TR
Alnwick Town Centre
Distance: 7 miles
NE66 1TN
Beadnell Village Stores
Distance: 4 miles
NE67 5AY
Craster Harbour
Distance: 3 miles
NE66 3TR
Beadnell Bay
Distance: 4 miles
NE67 5BG
Alnwick Garden
Distance: 7 miles
NE66 1YU
Dunstanburgh Castle
Distance: 2 miles
NE66 3TT
Alnwick Castle
Distance: 7 miles
NE66 1NQ
Howick Hall Gardens
Distance: 4 miles
NE66 3LB
Embleton Bay Beach Walk
Distance: 0.2 miles
NE66 3XF
Dunstanburgh Castle Coastal Path
Distance: 2 miles
NE66 3TT
Embleton Quarry Nature Reserve
Distance: 1 mile
NE66 3UN
Craster Village Shop
Distance: 3 miles
NE66 3TR
Alnwick Town Centre
Distance: 7 miles
NE66 1TN
Beadnell Village Stores
Distance: 4 miles
NE67 5AY
Craster Harbour
Distance: 3 miles
NE66 3TR
Beadnell Bay
Distance: 4 miles
NE67 5BG
Alnwick Garden
Distance: 7 miles
NE66 1YU

Is Fidra Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Children will love the sandy beach just minutes from the door. Embleton Bay offers rock pooling and sandcastle building. The non-enclosed garden has a picnic bench for outdoor meals. Dunstanburgh Castle provides an exciting historical adventure two miles away. Alnwick Castle with its famous film locations sits seven miles away. Three ground-floor bedrooms mean easy access for young families.
For Couples
Couples seeking coastal romance will appreciate the spectacular sea views from the first-floor living room. Glass sliding doors frame Embleton Bay perfectly. Beach walks start from the cottage door with routes to Dunstanburgh Castle ruins. The spacious sitting room provides a relaxing retreat after coastal exploration. Craster harbour offers fresh seafood three miles away. Peaceful Northumberland coastline delivers tranquillity throughout your stay.
Pet Friendly
Fidra welcomes up to two well-behaved dogs. The non-enclosed garden with lawn provides outdoor space for pets. Beach access sits minutes away where dogs can run on the sand. Coastal paths from the cottage door offer excellent walking routes. Embleton Bay and surrounding beaches provide perfect exercise opportunities. Ground-floor bedrooms mean easy access for older dogs. The area is ideal for active dogs.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Fidra

The Joiners Arms

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 3XQ

The Craster Arms

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 3TR

The Cottage Inn

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE67 5AX

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Fidra

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Fidra does not have a hot tub. The property focuses on its spectacular coastal location and beach access instead.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, Fidra welcomes up to two well-behaved dogs. The non-enclosed garden with lawn provides outdoor space for pets.
How many people does Fidra sleep?
Fidra sleeps six guests across three ground-floor bedrooms. The accommodation includes one double bedroom and two twin bedrooms.
What facilities are in the kitchen?
The first-floor kitchen has an electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. All essential cooking equipment is provided for self-catering.
Is there parking at the property?
Off-road parking for one car is available at Fidra. Additional street parking may be available nearby if needed.
How far is the beach from Fidra?
Embleton's sandy beach is just a few minutes walk from the cottage. The coastal path provides direct access to the shore.
What are the bedroom arrangements?
All three bedrooms are on the ground floor with storage included. One double bedroom and two twin bedrooms provide flexible sleeping arrangements for families.
Are bed linen and towels provided?
Yes, all bedding and towels are provided at Fidra. Reviews confirm the quality of linens is very good throughout the cottage.

Fidra Reviews

William
The directions to the house were all wrong and we looked for over an hour to try and find it. It was only when a gentleman in the Greys Inn pub found it on his phone. The house is completely hidden behind a large stone wall and can't be seen until you are through a gap in the wall and even then it is low down behind a hill.The house itself was very nice but it should be noted that the stairs are quite steep and being elderly myself and using the aid of sticks it was quite difficult to climb. The view from the upstairs window is spectacular. Mr Collier.
Elizabeth
The cottage has a great view from the window out to sea it was also great to see Hares pheasants and deer
Clarissa
Very comfortable stay in a perfect setting
Kathryn
Lovely cottage with an excellent view. We had two dogs , ideally an enclosed space would have been better, but that said we made it work. I do think it needed to be clearer that as you enter the bedrooms are lower ground. We were there during the heat wave, the heating was on, despite contacting the owner no one responded so we had to put up with the heating on . Hence my lower scoring .
Elizabeth
Another fabulous stay at Fidra. The property has had a coat of paint, and is looking very fresh. We had an incredible week, one of the highlights being watching the hares in the field behind from the incredible floor to ceiling window in the living room. We walked and walked, and enjoyed the blossom at Alnwick. So lucky with the weather!
Sheila
We've stayed at Fidra on numerous occasions and love its location. However, every year I make the same comments regarding general upkeep and attention to detail. We were disappointed that there was no lamp in the middle bedroom, and the old, dingy wall hangings were still there the toilet seat is loose reported last year no pan scrubs in the kitchen, only a very old and dirty brush and just one old tea towel for 6 people. Also, no oven gloves or hand towel. some dubious stains on the wall on the midway landing some kitchen items taken from the cupboard were not clean Some stained pillows and a stain on a mattress protector. It is disheartening to complain, because this could be a wonderful property with a little attention to detail and a little money spent.
Excellent property, fantastic sea views from the lounge. Close to beachs. The downside was some of the pots, China etc were not clean snd we had to wash before use. Toilet seat vtoken hence slipped ehen you sat on it and the lid fell on your back not great with 4 females in the party. Needs a new toilet seat asap.
Elizabeth
Another excellent stay at Fidra. The cottage is so well positioned with incredible views and excellent walks from the door. We had issues with the heating again it was too hot for us, and we couldn't work out how to change the settings so opened windows but no complaints otherwise!
Antonia
Beautiful views and adequately equipped, although a few things could do with maintenance broken toilet seat, leaking main window, dirty bin, stained pillows. It was very cold during the day and we rang the number given to ask how to turn the heating on, received no response. Nevertheless the views make it worthwhile.
Jennifer
Comfortable home with a fabulous view and in a great location for exploring the Northumberland coast. It had everything we needed. Thank you for a great stay.
Victoria
Comfy cottage in a great location close to the beach and local pubsshops. Gorgeous views of the sea from the upstairs window. We had read the previous reviews on the kitchen and brought our own pans but this wasn't necessary as new ones have been added. Plenty of parking space on site. The only negatives were the boiler running during the night as it's right by the main bedroom and a thick winter duvet in July which meant we were very hot at night. Some information about the local areawhere to recycle glass etc would have been very helpful as the only information we could find was a request to water the plants. During the summer 2024 there is currently a different street food truck at the memorial hall every Thursday evening selling takeaway food which we really enjoyed and would recommend to other guests.
The view from the cottage is truly wonderful and the cottage itself is well situated for the local shop, garage, pubs and hotel restaurant. There is no welcome pack so it is necessary to bring refreshments for when you arrive. The kitchen would benefit from one or two small saucepans and some good oven gloves and information on local holiday attractionsevents and maybe a Visitors Book in the cottage would be helpful. Guidance on the heating controls could be useful too but we contacted the owner who willingly came out at short notice to resolve our issue. We didn't find table and chairs so as there was only the wooden picnic table for outside seating, a few outside comfy chairs would be beneficial. Overall a comfortable cottage in a good location and highly recommended.
The cottage was as described, cosy, comfortable, well equipped and with fantastic views over Embleton bay and towards Dunstanburgh castle. A great location for pubs, beach, walks and the village farm shop. Bedding and towels were provided and were of very good quality. There was no welcome note or property instructions e.g. wifi, central heating, binsrecycling, local amenities, etc. which would have been useful. There is no obvious way of controlling the central heating switching the heating controls to 'off' and turning down the thermostat had no effect. Some radiator controls are not accessible, meaning that some rooms were uncomfortably warm. The central heating timer had been set but not to particularly convenient times, with noise from the boiler room in the main bedroom at night. On the plus side, the bathroom was nice and warm.
Another fantastic week at Fidra. The views are second to none, and the location is what we come for. The cottage is comfortable and the perfect home for us with two children.
Cosy cottage with stunning views. Some of the facilities are definitely showing signs of wear. I would recommend bringing your own frying pan, spatula & oven gloves as the ones provided are very worn. As mentioned in other reviews there are no small saucepans. One other point to notethere is a short steep track that leads up hill into the large walled courtyard where the properties are located, we couldnt get up the track in snow & had to park on the road. Overall we had a great time & would stay there again
Pauline
I would definitely go here again but was very surprised that the cottage had no information file, most places have details like nearest vets, drs etc and any local walks or places they would recommend. The directions could be better as doent point out that you need to go though the stone gateway as no name outside. This may sound petty but every single holiday we have there is always a little welcome gift and we were disappointed. It is in a great place, very comfortable with lovely views.
Michael
Generally happy with the cottage, it is in a wonderful location a few minutes walk from the beach and with great views. Would happily stay there again. Main problem we had was getting clothes dry, it was a fairly wet week so difficult to hang washing outside, an indoor clothes horse would have been great. Otherwise the cottage is well equipped, although the kitchen is a little cramped when cooking for 6 people.
Shirley
The location of the cottage and the grounds were very good. We loved the views from the cottage and watching the wildlife. We felt that the kitchen could have been better equipped and that some of the pans should be replaced. An inside clothes horse would be useful for when its wet.
Really enjoyed our time at Fidra, and have already booked for the same time next year.
We really enjoyed staying at Fidra for the week. The cottage is in a really quiet and quaint area in Embleton. The view from the cottage is absolutely fabulous stunning green fields and the sea. The bedrooms are decent sizes and the living room is extremely homely and comfortable. My only constructive criticisms would be that the upstairs flooring is extremely creaky. When sleeping downstairs, if people are upstairs, you can hear every footstep. This could do with being sorted. Also, some of the furniture is looking a little tired and could do with replacing bedroom wardrobes. The dining room table and chairs are lovely and roomy however, the chairs are extremely heavy so my parentsinlaw and children struggled to move them. Overall, we had a brilliant stay and would definitely return.
Nice location with a view to die for.
Amazing view, accommodation that works. Good quick WiFi appreciated by teenager!
Great location with fabulous beach within walking distance. Wonderful view from the living room. A very comfortable cottage. Well stocked local shop. Good local pubs serving food and only a short distance to Newton by the Sea and The Joiners Arms, a Bistro pub.
Beautiful views, comfortable place with all you need for a lovely week.
Excellent location, wonderful views, perfectly comfortable for a family of six. Well equipped kitchen.
Outstanding views of Embleton Bay from the upstairs living room. Warm underfloor heating in bathroom much appreciated in February. clean, comfortable property with everything you need for an enjoyable self catering holiday. Plenty of room for six of us and our dog. So peaceful, but two minutes walk from pub, shop and playground. A pleasant 15 minute walk down the hill to the beach with those incredible views.
A very well equipped property with wonderful views.
This was in a brilliant location in Embleton twin bedrooms rather small but adequate the view from the open plan loungediner was beautiful the cottage has bedrooms on ground floor.
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