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Old Colliery Cottage, Shilbottle

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Northumberland » Shilbottle
Sleeps up to 3
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 2

Old Colliery Cottage sits on the outskirts of Shilbottle in Northumberland. This stylish single-storey cottage provides ground floor accommodation throughout. Perfect for guests with mobility considerations.

The village offers a peaceful setting with open countryside all around. You'll find excellent walking routes right from the doorstep. Wildlife watching opportunities are plentiful here. A small shop sits 0. 6 miles away and the local pub is 1. 1 miles distant.

The cottage sleeps three guests across two bedrooms. The double bedroom includes a TV. The single bedroom also has its own TV. The bathroom features a roll-top bath with handheld shower.

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About Old Colliery Cottage

Old Colliery Cottage sits on the outskirts of Shilbottle in Northumberland. This stylish single-storey cottage provides ground floor accommodation throughout. Perfect for guests with mobility considerations.

The village offers a peaceful setting with open countryside all around. You'll find excellent walking routes right from the doorstep. Wildlife watching opportunities are plentiful here. A small shop sits 0.6 miles away and the local pub is 1.1 miles distant.

The cottage sleeps three guests across two bedrooms. The double bedroom includes a TV. The single bedroom also has its own TV. The bathroom features a roll-top bath with handheld shower. The open-plan living and dining area connects to a well-equipped kitchen with electric oven and gas hob. Ample off-road parking is provided.

Alnwick Castle stands 4 miles away (10 minutes). The stunning Northumberland coastline is 4 miles distant (12 minutes). Alnmouth Beach offers golden sands 6 miles away (15 minutes). Cragside estate sits 12 miles away (25 minutes).

Old Colliery Cottage suits couples or small families wanting to explore Northumberland's coast and countryside. One well-behaved dog is welcome.

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Old Colliery Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Old Colliery 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.

Alnwick Castle
Distance: 4 miles
NE66 1NQ
Alnmouth Beach
Distance: 6 miles
NE66 3NJ
Cragside House and Gardens
Distance: 12 miles
NE65 7PX
Northumberland Coast Path
Distance: 4 miles
NE66 3NJ
Thrunton Woods
Distance: 8 miles
NE65 7BL
Druridge Bay Country Park
Distance: 10 miles
NE61 5BX
Shilbottle Village Shop
Distance: 0.6 miles
NE66 2XQ
Alnwick Town Centre
Distance: 4 miles
NE66 1TU
Amble Harbour Village
Distance: 7 miles
NE65 0DX
Shilbottle Village Pub
Distance: 1.1 miles
NE66 2XP
Alnwick Garden
Distance: 4 miles
NE66 1YU
Warkworth Castle
Distance: 8 miles
NE65 0UJ
Alnwick Castle
Distance: 4 miles
NE66 1NQ
Alnmouth Beach
Distance: 6 miles
NE66 3NJ
Cragside House and Gardens
Distance: 12 miles
NE65 7PX
Northumberland Coast Path
Distance: 4 miles
NE66 3NJ
Thrunton Woods
Distance: 8 miles
NE65 7BL
Druridge Bay Country Park
Distance: 10 miles
NE61 5BX
Shilbottle Village Shop
Distance: 0.6 miles
NE66 2XQ
Alnwick Town Centre
Distance: 4 miles
NE66 1TU
Amble Harbour Village
Distance: 7 miles
NE65 0DX
Shilbottle Village Pub
Distance: 1.1 miles
NE66 2XP
Alnwick Garden
Distance: 4 miles
NE66 1YU
Warkworth Castle
Distance: 8 miles
NE65 0UJ

Is Old Colliery Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
The cottage works well for families with older children who enjoy outdoor activities. Alnwick Castle sits 4 miles away with its famous Harry Potter filming locations. The beaches at Alnmouth provide rock pooling and sandcastle building opportunities. Cragside offers adventure playgrounds and woodland trails. The single bedroom layout means this property suits families with one child best. Younger children will enjoy the wildlife watching opportunities from the garden.
For Couples
This peaceful cottage provides an excellent romantic retreat for couples exploring Northumberland. The quiet rural setting offers privacy and tranquillity. The roll-top bath creates a relaxing atmosphere after days exploring the coast. Alnwick's independent shops and restaurants sit just 4 miles away. Coastal walks along the AONB provide stunning scenery. The ground floor layout means no stairs to navigate. The local pub offers evening dining within walking distance for romantic meals out.
Pet Friendly
One well-behaved dog is welcome at Old Colliery Cottage. The front garden with lawn and patio gives your dog outdoor space. Excellent walking routes start right from the cottage doorstep through open countryside. The Northumberland Coast Path sits 4 miles away offering dog-friendly beach walks. Druridge Bay Country Park welcomes dogs and sits 10 miles distant. Local footpaths provide varied terrain for daily exercise. The ground floor layout means easy access for older dogs.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Old Colliery Cottage

The Farriers Arms

Located 1.1 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 2XP

The Plough Inn Alnwick

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 1TN

Barter Books Cafe

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 1TJ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Old Colliery Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Old Colliery Cottage does not have a hot tub. The property features a roll-top bath with handheld shower in the bathroom instead.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, one well-behaved dog is welcome at Old Colliery Cottage. The front garden with lawn and patio provides outdoor space for your pet.
How many guests does the cottage sleep?
The cottage sleeps three guests across two bedrooms. There is one double bedroom and one single bedroom, both with TVs.
What parking is available?
Ample off-road parking is provided at the property. You'll have convenient parking space right at the cottage.
Is the cottage suitable for guests with mobility issues?
Yes, this single-storey cottage offers ground floor accommodation throughout. All rooms are on one level making it accessible for those with mobility considerations.
What kitchen facilities are provided?
The well-equipped kitchen includes an electric oven, gas hob, microwave and fridge/freezer. All essential cooking equipment and utensils are provided for self-catering.
How far is the nearest beach?
The Northumberland coastline is 4 miles away, approximately 12 minutes by car. Alnmouth Beach with its golden sands is 6 miles distant.
What heating does the cottage have?
The cottage has oil-fired central heating throughout. Previous guests have noted the heating system keeps the property warm and comfortable.

Old Colliery Cottage Reviews

Louise
Very peaceful location within the countryside. Dog walk within 5 minutes. Central location with only 10 minutes to Alnwick and Amble. Accommodation was perfect. Clean and well equipped. As many others have said the bath poses a bit of a challenge each day. A lovely place overall and loved the horses and goat.
Graham
Clean, warm house with plenty of hot water and WiFi. Pretty well equipped too. Only one suggestion and this is the mattress in the smaller bedroom needs replacing. Sykes website is misleading as there is no hand held shower.
Myself, wife and Poppy dog thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this lovely bungalow in a fantastic setting. Positioned brilliantly to explore this part of the world. There is a dog walk 50 yards away on the bend too. The set up of the place works really well, open plan with good size kitchen and living space, double bed very comfy with very good quality cotton bedding. Animals in next field including miniature horses, chickens and cheeky goat just cap off the character of this place. Only downside there is no shower, the stand alone bath is great but not the easiest to get in and out of I have a damaged shoulder. Overall experience was great and a big thank you to the owners.
The only minor criticism we have is we would have preferred a shower to the bath. Other than that the property was excellent and very comfortable.
Elaine
Jackie the owner of old Colliery cottage was lovely. Very helpful, we had trouble using the central heating, I didnt see the easy control panel, Jackie came across and explained it to me. The cottage is spotless and beautifully decorated. We sat out in the sun until 7pm, the garden is so peaceful, horses running in the field next to us. The goat even came into the garden to say hello. The welcome pack was unexpected, such a lovely touch. I can highly recommend this tranquil, relaxing cottage, so handy for visiting the surrounding towns, villages and beaches. Alnmouth beach was ideal for my dog, parking right on the beach, easy access.Thank you Jackie for a brilliant holiday, wanted to stay longer.
Problems with heating cottage not very warm Only lukewarm water in bathroom ... Problems with heating cottage not very warm Only lukewarm water in bathroom Bathroom very cold No shower had shower head over bath on previous visits Comfortable furnishings Well equipped Good location
Michael
Although overall the house is very clean and comfortable, beds are comfortable and plenty of space. The main issue is with the bathroom facitities. Only a bath with a hand held shower is available. Guests staying where average height and the bath is much too small, having to hold a shower over your head when showering, with no shower curtain is not ideal, water ends up all over the floor. There is also a leak in the bath, which also causes a build up of water on the floor, there is also no drain on the floor, we had to put down towels to soak up the water, not very safe. A roll top bath may look pretty, but its not very practical when you dont have a an overhead fixed shower, or a shower curtain. Its a pity because bathroom facilities are important. It lets the place down.
Annalise
Overall the stay was pleasant however, the neighbours were not friendly and didnt seem to like the fact there was a holiday home next to them. They even lied about us having more than one dog and said our child had been on the field unsupervised but this was not the case. It is also stated on the advertisement that there is WiFi so we thought this would be great as we needed to get some work done and have a 8 year old child however, the WiFi was very unstable and slow allowing only one person to access it at a time and even then it did not work properly. After speaking with the owner we were told to get used to it as the weather affects it. If this was the case it should have been mentioned prior to booking.
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