Guests say
East Farm Croft is a well-regarded cottage in Embleton, appreciated for its beautiful presentation, cosy warmth, and excellent location close to amenities and beaches. Guests have enjoyed the comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen, and the secure garden, particularly dog owners. The property's charm and the village's friendliness are frequently mentioned, making it a desirable holiday spot.
Cleanliness scores are mixed, with several guests finding the property well-kept, while others reported issues with dirt, dust, and maintenance. Some guests experienced cleanliness issues severe enough to require intervention during their stay, suggesting room for improvement.
The location is highly praised for its quietness, proximity to local amenities, fantastic beaches, and walks. The village of Embleton is described as friendly, adding to the appeal of the property's setting.
Guests generally find the property comfortable, with a warm and cosy atmosphere, comfortable beds, and a well-equipped kitchen. However, some guests mentioned issues with heating and the comfort of the mattresses, slightly lowering the score.
Facilities are generally seen as good, with a special mention of the Aga cooker. However, there are several reports of maintenance issues such as problems with locks, showers, and heating, indicating that while the facilities are appreciated, there is a need for better upkeep.
There is insufficient information to score thoughtfulness accurately. While some guests mentioned a welcome pack, the contents and consistency of these gifts are not clear, and it is not guaranteed that future guests will receive the same.
About this property
A beautiful stone-built cottage resting in Embleton and close to local amenities, East Farm Croft is an idyllic getaway for a family or two couples looking to explore the many wonders of Northumberland. Park off-road and be welcomed into an open-plan living area with tall ceilings housing historic roof beams, wooden flooring and a theme of pale grey and brown throughout the décor, an ideal social hub for all guests to enjoy. Airy and simply beautiful, the sitting area offers a selection of sofas beside a welcoming woodburning stove, ideal for morning coffee, and when mealtimes call, a fantastic kitchen area in contemporary colours with loads of amenities will cater to your culinary needs, and you can enjoy a meal together at the dining table, and a glass door and skylights draw in natural light. Continuing the beauty of the living area, you will be delighted to discover two bedrooms with contemporary en-suites, including a double with a beautiful old-fashioned headboard and a king-size with built-in cupboards. Outside, enjoy sunsets over the countryside and distant castle as you indulge in a glass of your favourite beverage in the garden. Embleton is a lovely town with a variety of eateries for you to enjoy, and you can stock up on picnic essentials at the local store before heading over to the idyllic sandy beach or walking through Embleton Quarry Nature Reserve. Within easy reach of the property is the ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle and from here you can join the Dunstanburgh Castle Walk or try out a game of golf at the local course. Further from the property you will be able to visit the magnificent Bamburgh Castle and the quaint seaside town around it. Make a coastal getaway to remember with a stay at East Farm Croft.
The pretty village of Embleton is ideally placed for exploring one of the most attractive stretches of Northumberland's Heritage Coastline. A beautiful grassy path runs from the village to neighbouring Craster, alongside the sea and past Dunstanburgh Castle - the largest ruined castle in Northumberland. Embleton itself has a village pub and a local hotel, and there is an excellent range of amenities in nearby Alnwick. The gardens at nearby Howick Hall are open during the summer and are noted for their beauty, whilst Alnwick Castle and Garden are a 'must-see' when visiting the area. For the keen golfer, Dunstanburgh Links Course is about 1 mile away - just one of several excellent courses in the vicinity.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite with bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with washing machine.
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
Electric heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
Smart TV, music system, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot available on request.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed garden with patio and furniture.
Two well behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Steps down from living area into bedroom
Nearby points of interest
- Bamburgh Castle
Reviews (35)
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Pamela
Very clean and tidy when we arrived. All the basics required to start your holiday provided. Few minor points/suggestions: No padlock on gate as mentioned in joining instructions. No coat hooks! Could really do with something like this just inside the cottage for coats, towels and dog leads. We didnât need it but perhaps someone not used to a log burner might appreciate more directions on how to use. Also there needs to be a proper fire glove provided, not the extremely holey two fingered one left. Crockery was a right mismatch. Not enough to fill the dishwasher (which had no cutlery box) so had to be put on more regular than should. Corkscrew is broken and needs replacing. A suggestion book in the accomodation might let managing company resolve issues more quickly? Overall a fabulous stay, now I just have to buy an Aga for home as my wife fell in love with the one in the property.
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David
Yard area was secure for out small dog. The Greys Inn pub was very acceptable. Jigsaw puzzles were a nice addition on those wet days. Downstairs bed mattress is not comfortable. There was plenty of cutlery. Scissors although they cut are broken. We took our own coffee machine as one was not provided Excellent dishwasher . Aga could have been set to cooking level as it did start to cool off in the area. Lounge/ kitchen area nice and that is the best part of rental . We had a lovely stay and would go back as long as the mattress was replaced.
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Carleen
The pictures do the cottage justice. It is immaculate, contemporary and a real home from home. We had visitors throughout the week over for drinks as family were renting cottages nearby and both sets of parents visited separately and stayed in the 2nd bedroom which is ideal with a walk in shower. Equipped with a washing machine, washing line (maybe could do with a few more pegs?) it was a pleasure to live there for the week and we were sad to leave! Highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in beautiful Embleton, which we visit frequently. We look forward to returning in the future.