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Puffin Cottage, Craster

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Northumberland » Craster
Sleeps up to 4
Bedrooms: 2

Puffin Cottage sits right on the waterfront in Craster, a historic fishing village on the Northumberland coast. This beautifully renovated two-bedroom cottage offers direct sea views over the harbour from its front garden. The property sleeps four guests across a king-size master bedroom with en-suite walk-in shower and a twin bedroom. A second bathroom with walk-in shower serves the rest of the cottage.

The open-plan living space features underfloor heating throughout, a woodburning stove, Smart TV and WiFi. The kitchen comes equipped with an electric oven, electric hob, large fridge/freezer and Nespresso coffee machine. A washer/dryer sits in the utility area.

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About Puffin Cottage

Puffin Cottage sits right on the waterfront in Craster, a historic fishing village on the Northumberland coast. This beautifully renovated two-bedroom cottage offers direct sea views over the harbour from its front garden. The property sleeps four guests across a king-size master bedroom with en-suite walk-in shower and a twin bedroom. A second bathroom with walk-in shower serves the rest of the cottage.

The open-plan living space features underfloor heating throughout, a woodburning stove, Smart TV and WiFi. The kitchen comes equipped with an electric oven, electric hob, large fridge/freezer and Nespresso coffee machine. A washer/dryer sits in the utility area. Off-road parking for two cars is included.

Craster harbour sits just 0.1 miles away. Dunstanburgh Castle stands within walking distance along the coastal path. Alnwick Castle lies 7 miles north. The village pub serves food 0.1 miles from your door.

High-quality fixtures and fittings throughout make this cottage perfect for families or friends exploring the Northumberland coastline.

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Puffin Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Puffin 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: 1.2 miles
NE66 3TW
Alnwick Castle
Distance: 7 miles
NE66 1NQ
Howick Hall Gardens & Arboretum
Distance: 3.5 miles
NE66 3LB
Northumberland Coastal Path
Distance: 0.1 miles
NE66 3TT
Embleton Beach
Distance: 1.8 miles
NE66 3XF
Craster Harbour Walk
Distance: 0.1 miles
NE66 3TT
Alnwick Town Centre
Distance: 7 miles
NE66 1TU
Seahouses Shops
Distance: 8.5 miles
NE68 7SR
Robson's Fish Shop
Distance: 0.2 miles
NE66 3TR
Alnmouth Village
Distance: 9 miles
NE66 2RJ
Bamburgh
Distance: 12 miles
NE69 7DF
Warkworth
Distance: 10 miles
NE65 0UJ
Dunstanburgh Castle
Distance: 1.2 miles
NE66 3TW
Alnwick Castle
Distance: 7 miles
NE66 1NQ
Howick Hall Gardens & Arboretum
Distance: 3.5 miles
NE66 3LB
Northumberland Coastal Path
Distance: 0.1 miles
NE66 3TT
Embleton Beach
Distance: 1.8 miles
NE66 3XF
Craster Harbour Walk
Distance: 0.1 miles
NE66 3TT
Alnwick Town Centre
Distance: 7 miles
NE66 1TU
Seahouses Shops
Distance: 8.5 miles
NE68 7SR
Robson's Fish Shop
Distance: 0.2 miles
NE66 3TR
Alnmouth Village
Distance: 9 miles
NE66 2RJ
Bamburgh
Distance: 12 miles
NE69 7DF
Warkworth
Distance: 10 miles
NE65 0UJ

Is Puffin Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Children will love exploring Craster harbour just 0.1 miles away and watching the fishing boats. The village has an excellent children's playground within walking distance. Dunstanburgh Castle sits 1.2 miles along the coastal path for adventures. Embleton Beach offers sandy shores 1.8 miles away. The cottage provides a cot and highchair. Alnwick Castle, 7 miles north, features attractions from the Harry Potter films.
For Couples
Couples can watch sunrise over the North Sea from bed through the bedroom window. The woodburning stove creates a cosy atmosphere for evenings in. Walk hand-in-hand along the coastal path to Dunstanburgh Castle ruins. The front garden offers private seating overlooking the harbour. Enjoy fresh kippers from Robson's smokehouse 0.2 miles away. The village pub serves food just 0.1 miles from your door for romantic dinners.
Pet Friendly
Puffin Cottage does not accept pets. The property operates a strict no pets policy for all bookings. This makes the cottage unsuitable for guests travelling with dogs or other animals. The owners maintain this policy to preserve the high standard of fixtures and fittings throughout. Consider alternative pet-friendly properties in Northumberland if you need to bring your pet along on holiday.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Puffin Cottage

The Jolly Fisherman

Located 0.1 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 3TR

The Cottage Inn

Located 3.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 3RX

The Greys Inn

Located 7 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 1TU

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Puffin Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Puffin Cottage does not have a hot tub. The property features a woodburning stove and front garden with sea views instead.
Is it pet friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at Puffin Cottage. The property operates a strict no pets policy for all guests.
How many people does Puffin Cottage sleep?
The cottage sleeps four guests across two bedrooms. The master bedroom has a king-size bed with en-suite and the second bedroom has twin beds.
What parking is available?
Off-road parking for two cars is provided at the property. This dedicated parking eliminates any concerns about finding spaces in the village.
Is the cottage suitable for children?
Yes, the cottage welcomes children and provides a cot and highchair. Children must be supervised in the front garden which overlooks the sea.
What heating does the property have?
Underfloor heating runs throughout the entire cottage. A woodburning stove in the living area provides additional warmth and atmosphere.
How far is the nearest shop?
The nearest general shop is 3.1 miles away in a neighbouring village. Stock up on supplies before arrival as Craster has no general store.
What kitchen facilities are provided?
The open-plan kitchen has an electric oven, electric hob, large fridge/freezer and Nespresso coffee machine. A washer/dryer is located in the separate utility area.

Puffin Cottage Reviews

Stephen
Lovely property and situation. Definitely want to return.
Puffin Cottage has been recently renovated to a very high standard. One of the best equipped cottages we have been to. Very clean and comfortable in a great location overlooking the harbour. Parking space is a bonus. Highly recommend Puffin Cottage.
Kenneth
Relaxing break beautiful cottage in superb location. Good welcome package Appreciated bread milk and cake. Stairs not suitable for those with mobility issues.
Over the years we have stayed in cottages all over the UK and Puffin Cottage is the best yet. The renovation has been thoughtfully designed and finished to a very high standard, the location is stunning and equipment and fittings excellent. Highly recommended!!! The nearby Jolly Fisherman Pub and Restaurant is also highly recommended. Brian & Joyce Findlay Arbroath Scotland
Patrick
Beautiful cottage and location. Everything was exceptional. Would book again without hesitation.
Nicola
Puffin cottage is beautifully rennovated and has all you need in it. High quality crockery, kitchenware and white goods. Great location with wonderful views. We were there in Winter and loved the log burner.
A fantastic property clean and comfortable with everything you could possibly need. Stunning views of the sea. This was our second visit to puffin cottage and we cant recommend it highly enough
Gillian
Absolutely beautiful cottage with amazing seaviews. Superbly equipped and extremely clean and well presented. Lots of lovely touches that make the cottage welcoming and comfortable. There is a definite feel here that the owners really care about you having a lovely stay. Highly recommended
Michael
The cottage was amazing. High end equipment was superb. Setting was amazing. The only issue was the washing machine. It wouldnt work after using it twice and the caretakers didnt return my call either of them. Not very good either for us or the fact that they are presumably paid and didnt do their jobs its as well it wasnt an emergency. Overall a fabulous holiday
This cottage is of exceptional standard. Truly wonderful.
Fabulous cottage, amazing location. Would definitely book again.
The house is really lovely. Very clean and has everything you need. High quality crockery etc and comfortable beds. Great showers in both bathrooms. We made use of the lovely log burner Location is stunning and great to have private parking. Can't really l fault it.
Geoffrey
The property and fittings are excellent and we may well book again. A small point the bath towels are too small.
The most idyllic cottage in the perfect position. Inside there was everything and more that we needed and made our stay so relaxing . The owners have put a lot of thought into everything from the lovely welcome gifts to the quality fittings and fixtures.
Valerie
Really lives up to the expectations of a five star holiday cottage. Perfect in every way. Waking up to the waves breaking over the rocks beneath your window wins every time for me. A comfy bed, wonderful showers and top quality furnishings with an eye for detail just confirm Puffin Cottage as a number one choice. Excellent.
Gorgeous coastal design theme. ..we loved the colours and the decor. All very high quality. Sitting in bed of a morning and looking straight out at the sun rising over the sea was amazing. And the Fair Trade welcome box was a treat. We were a bit puzzled by no shaver point which my husband also uses to charge his toothbrush so an adapter would have been good...he didn't shave the last 2 days! But no big deal. Thank you for a lovely week.
Angela
The cottage was of a very high standard. Located next to the Northumberland coastal path which takes you to Dunstanburgh Castle and onto the lovely beach at Embleton.
A superb property with everything you could need for your stay. The location is perfect with stunning sunrises across the North Sea . The cottage is finished to a very high standard and was very comfortable
Lynsey
This is real luxury with a fantastic seaview and location. Well be back!
The cottage is lovely a great location overlooking the harbour with the bonus of parking which can be a challenge in Craster. Our three generation family all had a great stay. The property was beautifully decorated and in excellent condition. The owners have provided everything you might need, perhaps with the exception of a microwave which would have been useful. Would recommend as a great base for exploring Northumberland, just bear in mind the nearest shops are a fair distance away.
Simmone
Fantastic modern property. Beautifully renovated with modern appliances. Parking for two cars which is always a bonus and a beautiful view with its own private garden where you can sit and watch the comings and goings in the harbour.
A beautifully renovated property in a stunning spot overlooking the sea. Very clean with high quality fixtures and fittings. Would highly recommend the kippers from the smokehouse. Great location for walks and within easy reach of other towns and villages. No general shop in Craster so stock up on supplies. We enjoyed a meal in the local pub and of course a glass of wine in the little garden belonging to the cottage! Perfect !
Joanne And Ian
This is a beautiful property completed to an exceptional standard. The cottage is situated in a truly stunning location with beautiful sea views which look onto the fishing harbour . We had an amazing time at puffin cottage A little slice of heaven ! !
Valerie
Superbly renovated, furnished and equipped.
Kirsten
A very beautiful sea front cottage. The work put in by Edward and Claire is amazing as can be seen by the coffee table book. Furnishings, fixtures and fittings were a class of their own. Secretly wed love this cottage. But will just have to make do with coming back again.
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