Guests say
Guests consistently praise the Old Mill, Branton cottage for its comfortable and well-equipped accommodations, excellent on-site facilities including a swimming pool, games room, and tennis courts, and its beautiful Northumberland location. The property is noted for its cleanliness, homely feel, and the added charm of free-roaming animals. It serves as an ideal base for family holidays and exploring the surrounding areas.
Guests that stayed at this property said
The cottage received high commendations for its cleanliness, with guests describing it as 'exceptionally clean'. This indicates meticulous maintenance and attention to hygiene.
The location is celebrated for its beauty and convenience for exploring North Northumberland. One minor drawback mentioned was the distance for some travellers, but this does not detract significantly from the overall positive reception.
The cottage is frequently described as comfortable and homely. Some guests found the mattresses soft and the dining table less comfortable, suggesting room for improvement in seating and bedding.
Facilities are highly praised, with special mentions of the swimming pool, gym, and on-site restaurant. A few minor critiques were noted regarding kitchen equipment and shower quality, but overall, the facilities are considered excellent.
While the reviews reflect a well-equipped cottage and excellent facilities, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Old Mill is situated within Breamish just 2 miles away from Northumberland National Park Visitor Centre and nature reserve. The trails next to the property allow you to be at one with nature in the unspoiled countryside.
A charming period holiday cottage in a lovely rural location with a large garden and use of a fabulous onsite swimming pool. Situated in the Beamish Valley, the Old Mill offers very comfortable accommodation for five guests in two bedrooms. This is an excellent option for families looking to explore this beautiful area with cycling and walking trails into the Cheviot Hills and a nature reserve, just two miles away. In addition to the 20m indoor swimming pool there’s also an onsite sauna and steam room, tennis court, games room and gym. A great base for a family holiday at any time of year!
Northumberland is steeped in history with many imposing castles to explore including Alnwick Castle made famous by the Harry Potter movies and the striking Bamburgh Castle built high on a rocky outcrop. The quiet lanes are perfect for cyclists and walkers to soak up the stunning landscapes and perhaps catch a glimpse of the remarkable array of wildlife including red squirrels, roe deer, wild goats, otters and black grouse.
Size: sleeps 5 in 2 bedrooms. Beds: 1 x double bed, 1 x single bed, 1 x bunk beds.
AccommodationGround floorKitchen: electric oven and hob, fridge freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine.Open living room and dining area: comfortable sofas, farmhouse style table and chairs, wood burning stove.Bedroom 1: double bed.Bedroom 2: single bed, bunk beds, storage drawers, wardrobes.Family bathroom: bath with shower over, WC and wash hand basin.
Entertainment: flatscreen TV with Sky. DVD player, radio/CD player, books and games, pool table, swimming pool, tennis court, table tennis, gym access.For families: cot and high chair available. Outside: large garden with barbeque.Parking: parking for 2 vehicles.General: WiFi. bed linen and towels provided. Oil fired central heating. Pets: 1 well behaved dog welcome. Note - you will need to pay an additional pet fee and you must not leave dogs unattended in the property.Accidental Damage Deposit: you may need to pay an Accidental Damage Deposit or Accidental Damage Deposit Waiver for this property. Where applicable we will contact you in good time before your holiday with further details and to take payment.
Nearby points of interest
- Bamburgh Castle
Reviews (18)
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Mr Evans
A beautiful cottage. Well equipped with everything you could possibly need. The use of leisure facilities was amazing. Thankyou so much.
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Mrs Grant
Nice cottage. Kitchen had everything you need. Bright and airy. Lovely on site facilities and restaurant. Nice walk around the lake.
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Mrs Wilson
This is a really cosy and comfortable cottage that our family of four has now been to twice. The on-site facilities are excellent and the cottage has everything we need for a week away from home. It's a perfect base for exploring Northumberland.