Guests say
Crookham Dairy is highly praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and thoughtful touches. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities, including a games room, and the property's peaceful location, ideal for exploring Northumberland's historical sites and countryside. The generous welcome treats and attentive owner, Yvonne, add to the delightful experience.
Reviewers consistently mention the property's cleanliness, describing it as 'spotlessly clean' and 'very clean', indicating a high standard maintained by the owner.
The property's location is praised for being peaceful, convenient for local amenities, and well-situated for historical tours and exploring the Northumberland coast, suggesting a high level of satisfaction among guests.
Guests find the beds very comfortable and the property spacious, contributing to a relaxing and enjoyable stay, as reflected in the reviews.
The property is described as well-equipped, with a games room and emergency supplies, indicating that the facilities and maintenance are of a high standard.
The owner's thoughtfulness is frequently mentioned, with welcome treats and well-stocked essentials. While these gifts are greatly appreciated, it is politely noted that such extras, though likely, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Etal 2.6 miles. Set in the Northumberland countryside in the village of Crookham is Crookham Dairy, a traditional, sandstone cottage, boasting plenty of space for a family break. With front and rear gardens, open fires and a sought-after games room, this Northumberland holiday home welcomes six guests and two furry friends to enjoy a break on a non-working farm. The property was built in the early 20th century, having been a former dairy farm with a butchers, but is now the most inviting home, any time of year. Inside, a bespoke kitchen, well-equipped with all you need to cater to your culinary needs invites you to cook up a storm, while the dining room with seating for six and a toasty open fire is where you can gather to enjoy your feast. From here, you can find the sitting room, home to another open fire to cosy up near, along with a Smart TV for your evening entertainment. Next is the games room, located in the old butchers’ shop and keeping with the character of the property, with table tennis and table football to keep you occupied and handy laundry facilities. Completing the ground floor is a sleek shower room, ideal for freshening up after a day of exploring, while the first floor houses a bathroom for when you need a longer soak in the bath. Choose from a zip/link super-king-size for flexibility, a king-size, or a twin on the first floor when it is time to rest your head for the night. Outside, the rear yard has the ideal furniture setup for some alfresco meals, or simply admire the front garden and countryside views from the bench with a cup of coffee. Crookham and the surrounding area of Northumberland is packed with adventure, with Etal, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Bamburgh and more to explore. Take a trip to Etal, a picturesque village with a 13th-century castle, popular children’s railway, a winding river and a family-friendly pub, the Black Bull. From here, you can travel to Berwick-upon-Tweed, a walled town full of history and bustling cafés, before arriving at Bamburgh, home to one of the most iconic castles in the country, with pristine sand dunes and welcoming pubs overlooking the sea. Whether you're looking for a unique day out, family fun, or a romantic weekend away, Northumberland is the perfect destination. Create memories that will last a lifetime at Crookham Dairy.
The picturesque village of Etal rests in the far north of Northumberland in between Wooler and Coldstream, and forms the estate to the Joicey Family, and has done for over 100 years with its neighbouring settlement of Ford. Etal is home to a handful of fantastic, historic attractions that garner many visitors each year, including the ruins of the 14th century Etal Castle and the magnificent Etal Manor . Visitors can easily find their amenities on the village's main road, with the post office, general store and a tearoom combined into one for villagers' convenience; along with the fantastic Black Bull Bar, a place boasting fabulous good and a great atmosphere. A short distance south of the village is the fascinating attraction of the Heatherslaw Cornmill, a heritage museum packed with interactive exhibits for all the family that backs onto the Heatherslaw Light Railway, a locomotive built by Neville Smith, running between Etal and Ford. Visitors can follow the River Till to Ford and visit the family-friendly Hay Farm Heavy Horse Centre, before touring the gorunds of Ford's breathtaking castle and Lady Waterford Hall. Fans of the outdoors will be elated with Etal being moments away from the border of Northumberland National Park, along with the village's great access to the Northumberland coastline, with the Farne Islands waiting to be explored. The village also acts as a great gateway to Scotland, resting just below the English and Scottish border.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link can be twin on request), 1 x king-size, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room with open fire.
Sitting room with open fire.
Games room/utility
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine and dishwasher.
Smart TV, WiFi, table tennis, and table football.
Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair available.
Off-road parking for 4 cars.
Rear yard with furniture.
Front garden with lawn and bench.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.2 miles, pub 0.4 miles.
Note: There are steps throughout the property, please take care.
Please note the property can only accept Saturday arrival.
Please note: the games room is unheated
Reviews (12)
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John
Visited Wooler to hike around Humbleton Hill and parts of St Cuthberts Way, well worth a trip to the summit for the views, nice cafe in Wooler too. Additionally walked a loop around Hethpool and we were lucky enough to spot a couple of Salmon under the bridge. The house was very clean and very well equipped. Numerous table tennis matches kept our boys entertained. Yvonne was very helpful to ensure we enjoyed our week and provided a very generous welcome pack. Thank you for our stay, we will definitely recommend Crookham Diary.
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Alison
Iâd highly recommend staying here if youâre looking for somewhere to stay in the locale. Dog friendly yard and a very hospitable and generous owner.
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Colin
I have stayed at hundreds of places over the years But this is the best i have ever stayed in soon as you go in you see the house as everything you need and milk fruit sugar coffee kitchen rolls Toilet rolls all cleaning stuff All i can say is BRILLIANT