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Waters Edge, Embleton

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4.3
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4.3
out of 5
Northumberland » Embleton
Sleeps up to 4
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 3

Waters Edge is a reverse-level cottage in Embleton, Northumberland. This three-bedroom property sleeps five guests and sits just 0. 6 miles from Embleton Bay. The upstairs living space offers spectacular views towards Dunstanburgh Castle and Beadnell Bay from a private balcony.

Embleton is a quiet village on the Northumberland coast. The beach is a short walk away. Local shops and pubs are 0. 1 miles from the cottage. Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Course is one mile away and offers exclusive members' rates of £20 per person with free club hire.

The cottage has three ground-floor bedrooms: one king-size and two singles. The bathroom includes a bath with handheld shower plus a separate walk-in shower.

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About Waters Edge

Waters Edge is a reverse-level cottage in Embleton, Northumberland. This three-bedroom property sleeps five guests and sits just 0.6 miles from Embleton Bay. The upstairs living space offers spectacular views towards Dunstanburgh Castle and Beadnell Bay from a private balcony.

Embleton is a quiet village on the Northumberland coast. The beach is a short walk away. Local shops and pubs are 0.1 miles from the cottage. Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Course is one mile away and offers exclusive members' rates of £20 per person with free club hire.

The cottage has three ground-floor bedrooms: one king-size and two singles. The bathroom includes a bath with handheld shower plus a separate walk-in shower. Upstairs you'll find an open-plan kitchen and living area with dining space. The kitchen has an oven, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.

Alnwick Castle (8 miles, 15 minutes) makes a great day out. Craster (3 miles, 8 minutes) is famous for kippers. Bamburgh Castle (10 miles, 20 minutes) sits on the coast. The Farne Islands (12 miles, 25 minutes) offer boat trips to see puffins and seals.

Perfect for families who love coastal walks and castle exploring. Two well-behaved dogs are welcome. Waters Edge gives you Northumberland's coastline right on your doorstep.

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Waters Edge Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Waters Edge 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: 1.5 miles
NE66 3TT
Alnwick Castle
Distance: 8 miles
NE66 1NQ
Bamburgh Castle
Distance: 10 miles
NE69 7DF
Embleton Bay Beach
Distance: 0.6 miles
NE66 3XQ
Dunstanburgh Castle Coastal Walk
Distance: 1.5 miles
NE66 3TT
Newton Point Nature Reserve
Distance: 2 miles
NE66 3EJ
Embleton Village Shop
Distance: 0.1 miles
NE66 3UN
Alnwick Town Centre
Distance: 8 miles
NE66 1TN
Craster Village
Distance: 3 miles
NE66 3TR
Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Course
Distance: 1 mile
NE66 3XD
Farne Islands Boat Trips
Distance: 12 miles
NE68 7SY
Craster Harbour
Distance: 3 miles
NE66 3TR
Dunstanburgh Castle
Distance: 1.5 miles
NE66 3TT
Alnwick Castle
Distance: 8 miles
NE66 1NQ
Bamburgh Castle
Distance: 10 miles
NE69 7DF
Embleton Bay Beach
Distance: 0.6 miles
NE66 3XQ
Dunstanburgh Castle Coastal Walk
Distance: 1.5 miles
NE66 3TT
Newton Point Nature Reserve
Distance: 2 miles
NE66 3EJ
Embleton Village Shop
Distance: 0.1 miles
NE66 3UN
Alnwick Town Centre
Distance: 8 miles
NE66 1TN
Craster Village
Distance: 3 miles
NE66 3TR
Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Course
Distance: 1 mile
NE66 3XD
Farne Islands Boat Trips
Distance: 12 miles
NE68 7SY
Craster Harbour
Distance: 3 miles
NE66 3TR

Is Waters Edge Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Kids will love being 0.6 miles from Embleton Bay beach with its rock pools and sandy shores. Alnwick Castle is 8 miles away featuring the famous Harry Potter filming locations and daily broomstick training. Bamburgh Castle offers 10 miles of adventure with dungeons and battlements to explore. The Farne Islands boat trips let children see puffins and seals up close during summer months.
For Couples
Couples can enjoy spectacular coastal views from the private upstairs balcony overlooking Dunstanburgh Castle and Beadnell Bay. The reverse-level layout maximises the panoramic scenery. Romantic coastal walks lead directly to castle ruins and quiet beaches. Local pubs are 0.1 miles away for evening meals. The peaceful Embleton location offers seclusion while remaining close to Northumberland's dramatic coastline and historic sites.
Pet Friendly
Two well-behaved dogs are welcome at Waters Edge. The cottage has a communal lawn area for exercise and Embleton Bay beach is just 0.6 miles away where dogs can run freely. Coastal path walks lead to Dunstanburgh Castle through dog-friendly routes. Local pubs within 0.1 miles accept dogs. The ground-floor bedrooms make it easy for older dogs to access sleeping areas.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Waters Edge

The Dunstanburgh Castle Hotel

Located 0.1 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 3UN

The Joiners Arms Craster

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 3TR

The Cottage Inn Dunstan

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 3SZ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Waters Edge

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Waters Edge does not have a hot tub. The cottage does have a private balcony with furniture where you can enjoy the spectacular coastal views.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, Waters Edge welcomes two well-behaved dogs. The cottage has a communal lawn area and is 0.6 miles from dog-friendly Embleton Bay beach.
How many people does Waters Edge sleep?
The cottage sleeps five guests across three bedrooms. There is one king-size bedroom and two single bedrooms, all located on the ground floor.
What facilities are in the kitchen?
The kitchen is fully equipped with an oven, grill, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. All cooking equipment and utensils are provided for self-catering.
Is there parking at the property?
Yes, there is designated parking for one car. Additional visitors' parking is available for two more cars nearby.
How far is the beach from Waters Edge?
Embleton Bay is 0.6 miles from the cottage. The sandy beach offers stunning views and connects to the coastal path leading to Dunstanburgh Castle.
What are the check-in arrangements?
Waters Edge operates Saturday changeovers only. Bed linen and towels are included in the rental price.
Are there shops and pubs nearby?
Yes, shops and pubs are just 0.1 miles away in Embleton village. Alnwick town is 8 miles away for larger supermarkets and more extensive shopping facilities.

Waters Edge Reviews

This is the sixth time we have stayed in one or other of the properties in this row. Waters Edge has been updated with a lovely new bathroom with shower cubicle and also new kitchen worktops. The property is heated with an air source heat pump which is very efficient and there are nice prints throughout. For those who have not stayed before the property has its lounge diner upstairs with uninterrupted views across open fields to the sea with full height windows opening onto decking for alfresco dining.
We loved our stay at Waters Edge. Great location, easy walk to the beach and also local conveniences. The view from the balcony was glorious each morning overlooking the nature reserve, coast & Dunstanburgh Castle in the distance. We particularly enjoyed the fact that this is an upsidedown house....the bedrooms being downstairs remained lovely & cool in the heat and having the living area upstairs made the most of the wonderful vista.
Carolyn
Waters Edge is a gorgeous property in a wonderful location. The property has everything you need and is spacious and very light and bright with an amazing view from the balcony. It was spotlessly clean and the provisions of coffee, tea, milk and biscuits very welcome. The local area has the shop which provides a good selection of fresh and frozen goods mainly from local producers. It's a bit expensive but great quality. There are two local pubs both serving food within a very short walking distance. The beach is easy to walk to but has a slight incline. However to help anyone with mobility issues the golf club has a car park and you can also eat in or out of the clubhouse until 5pm. The location is dogfriendly and there are tons of walks to enjoy from the doorstep. Don't miss the nature reserve which is 5 minutes away. The only downside for us was the parking. The property literature stated a designated space and two visitor's spaces. There is definitely one space but I think you'd struggle to find a second and third space when all the properties are let. I'm sure you could probably park on the street outside
Hi, we have been coming to this cottage for a number of years and over time they have started to make changes for the better. At the moment I think the whole insde needs a good painting to spruce it up as it's looking abit tired? But the location is great for Northumberland.
Alistair
Very comfortable and well equipped, ideally situated in Embleton with fantastic view over the bay. Great for a relaxing stay with 15 min walk to the beach. Could do with a wee decor update, but we had a fantastic stay.
Andrew
This property is in an excellent location and affords a superb view from the firstfloor balcony out to Embleton Bay and Dunstanburgh Castle however as others have commented it is need of some upgrade works. The kitchen is very dated, the bathroom is starting to look tatty and the dcor throughout needs refreshing. We had a very pleasant stay but unfortunately the price charged was excessive given the current condition of the property.
Caroline
Love this property, had everything we needed for a comfortable stay, made friends with a flock of sheep in the field right outside and the dog didnt bark at them surprisingly, but the views from the balcony are absolutely stunning, the photos really dont do it justice, all my worries just floated away, we were extremely lucky with the weather too which always helped. My family have said Im going to struggle to find somewhere to beat it next year so maybe well just have to come again xx The only minor criticism was that the little garden downstairs could do with a little weeding and a few flowers maybe but apart from that fantastic.
Andrew
The previous reviews are accurate great basis for a property but its tired and there are maintenance issues. Has obviously had the heating changed to airsouce in recent years moved new radiators new pipework but the job hasn't been finished old radiator mounts very viable basic boxing in of pipes functional but not pretty kitchen very 'of the moment'. But that is not why we visited the balcony is great Embleton is nice and the Northumbria beaches are fab. The place is fine its just at a bit of a premium price that current the state of the property doesn't match. We are not bothered by the dcor others may be and the price probably should mean they shouldn't be disappointed we weren't bothered and we would stay again but if others were available might opt for them only because we felt we were paying a premium and the finish didn't warrant the premium but its fine , functional and location and balcony are great. Hope this comes across as balanced so near to the finish line but not quite over it.
Jennifer
The property was beautiful. Could do with blackout curtains or blinds in the bedrooms. The view from the balcony was stunning. Very peaceful and relaxing just what we wanted.
Nice cottage in need of some upgrading. Stunning location and views
Caroline
Waters Edge reverse layout, bedrooms downstairs, living room, kitchen upstairs makes the most of the spectacular views down to the beach and Dunstanburgh Castle. The cottage was very well equipped and was a fantastic base for exploring the Northumbrian coast. It was ideal for my two dogs, one a very elderly Jack Russell, as there is an old quarrynature reserve practically alongside as well as a stunning beach a km down a quiet lane. The farm shop in the village is a very welcome addition and the village of Embleton is quiet and unspoilt. It is worth getting up early, simply to watch the sunrise and had it been a little warmer, it would have been lovely to breakfast on the balcony. I visited the 1st week of March. I hope to return to Waters Edge in the not too distant future.
The property is in a great location and we have been coming to Embelton for some 20 yrs. We have been staying in this property on and off for over 5yrs now, but it is due some TLC. For the second week of our holiday we had to move to Links view next door, which was a breath of fresh air and I recommend the own of this propertyWaters Edge has a peak inside Links view to see what can be done with abit of TLC
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