Cambridge House - Cottage Number Two
Take friends or the family to this ground-floor home for a holiday with a difference. You’ll be based in one of the most famous locations in Great Britain, and on one of the cradles of early Christianity: the Holy Island of Lindisfarne, a tiny island located off the Northumberland coast.
Cradle or not, you’ll be wanting comfort, and Cottage Number Two provides that in spades. Inside, it contains an open-plan living space incorporating a long kitchen with inky dark navy cabinets, a four-person dining table circled by contemporary chairs, and a seating area whose chaise longue sofa and armchair face the wall-mounted Smart TV. With cream paintwork and richly hued furnishings, the interiors play with light and dark creating a modern, yet cosy atmosphere.
Doors behind that sofa lead to a lawned garden with a petite semi-circular patio surrounded by fragrant lavender. Here you can sit and take in the sun or share an outdoor meal. The garden is fully enclosed by high wooden fences making it a safe place for children – or dogs – to roam and explore.
Back inside, both bedrooms contain zip-and-link beds which can be configured as twins or a single super-king unit, both boast their own Smart TVs and en suite bathrooms. The first white-tiled bathroom contains a tub with a shower over; the second a commodious walk-in shower cubicle featuring a rainfall head.
Twice a day, for up to seven hours each time, Holy Island is cut off from mainland Northumberland when sea water submerges its sandy causeway. Yet that only adds to the magic of this two-square-mile speck, which has just 180 permanent residents.
Cottage Number Two is part of a row of stone buildings amid Lindisfarne village, where you’ll find one or two enticing cafes, pubs and shops. Close by is the ruined 11th-century Lindisfarne Priory, erected after Vikings attacked an original building where the likes of Saint Cuthbert were once based, and also the renovated castle, which hosts 1900s-style society rooms and is visible from miles away thanks to its position atop a small hill.
Holy Island is also home to the award-winning Gertrude Jekyll Garden and a pretty harbour whose characteristic upturned herring boats form sheds. Perhaps you’ll visit St Aidan’s Winery to sip some Lindisfarne Mead, long concocted from a secret recipe, or walk across to Hobthrush – a smaller tidal isle supposedly frequented by Cuthbert and now popular with seals.
While the priory and castle can swarm with tourists, other corners tend to be wonderfully deserted. Among them are some starkly beautiful white-sand beaches you can explore on foot or by horseback, and two obelisk-style lighthouses.
Shadowed by a pilgrim’s footpath, the causeway road is safe to cross long enough to easily enable drives to remarkable Bamburgh Castle or blustery Coast Path pub walks on days out – do keep an eye on the changing tides though to ensure you have ample time to return!
ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION
Cambridge House Cottage Number Two (sleeps 4) can be let in conjunction with Cambridge House (sleeps 8) and Cambridge House Cottage Number One (sleeps 2).
Property Layout
GROUND FLOOR
This is a ground floor property.
Small utility room with hanging rail, combined washer/dryer.
Open plan living area comprising:
Kitchen with 3/4 dishwasher, ceramic hob, electric oven, microwave, large fridge/freezer (3 drawer). Dining table with seating for four.
Seating area with chaise sofa, armchair, wall-mounted Smart TV, doors to the enclosed private garden.
Bedroom one with zip and link bed which can be configured to super king or 3' twin beds, side tables, chest of drawers, in-built wardrobe with storage and hanging rail. Wall-mounted Smart TV.
En-suite bathroom with bath and electric shower over, heated towel rail, basin and WC.
Bedroom two with zip and link bed which can be configured to super king or 3' twin beds, side tables, chest of drawers, in-built wardrobe with storage and hanging rail. Wall-mounted Smart TV.
En-suite bathroom with large walk-in shower (rainforest head), heated towel rail, basin and WC.
OUTSIDE
The property benefits from an enclosed private garden to the rear with a 6ft. close-boarded fence. This is a combination of patio, lawn and planting. An outside tap is available.
To the front access is a gravelled drive with private parking. Secure bike storage for four bikes.
Private parking for two cars.Location
The Holy Island of Lindisfarne is a fabled location which holds an iconic presence on the Northumberland coastline. Cut off from the mainland twice daily, residents enjoy a true a sense of seclusion and ability to explore the island's beaches and coves long after the majority of visitors have departed. Once home to medieval monks and victim to the first Viking raids on English shores, today it's known for it's fascinating historic sites, golden mead, and diverse birdlife.
In addition to the attractions of Lindisfarne Priory, the Gertrude Jekyll Garden, and Lindisfarne Castle, the island is home to a pretty harbour and several lovely cafés and pubs. For nature lovers, the white sandy beaches, often empty save for seabirds and seals, and the Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve are an endless delight. The smaller St Cuthbert's Island, also known as Hobthrush, is accessible by foot at low tide and is another haven for wildlife observation.
Nearby, the coastal villages of Bamburgh and Seahouses are perfect for day trips spent immersed in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Further afield, Berwick-upon-Tweed provides more extensive amenities and rail links to Edinburgh and Newcastle, while venturing a further inland will take you to a huge network of walking trails through the Northumberland National Park and the Scottish Borders.
Amenities
- Allows babies in armsUp to 12 months.
- Allows children1 - 16 years.
- Bath
- CotA travel cot is available on request. Travel cot bedding is not supplied.
- Dog friendlyOne dog is welcome but it should be clean before accessing the property. Your dog is not permitted on the furniture or in the bedrooms. An outside tap is available.
- EV chargingRefer to Important Information for further details.
- Enclosed garden
- HairdryerA hairdryer is supplied in each bedroom.
- HeatingOil fired central heating. Underfloor heating through the ground floor.
- Highchair
- Linen & towels provided
- Outside space
- Walking distance to a beach (under 1 mile)
- Walking distance to a pub (under 1 mile)
- Wi-FiStandard Wi-Fi is available. Mobile coverage is poor directly in the cottage but this improves directly outside in the garden.
All Amenities
Dog Friendly
Important Information
There are two complimentary EV charging points in the parking bays to the front of Cambridge House. These are available for use by guests staying at Cambridge House, Cottage Number One, and Cottage Number Two. For safety reasons, please only use the dedicated charger for car charging at this property. Discover alternative electric vehicle charging points here.
Holy Island is cut off from the mainland twice a day during high tide. During high tide, the causeway is completely submerged and it is impossible to cross. It is imperative that you adhere to the safe crossing times and do not attempt to cross during the unsafe periods when travelling to and from the island. Please check timings carefully: holyislandcrossingtimes.northumberland.gov.uk
Arrival time: 4pm
Departure time: 10am
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Inspired by the wealth of brilliant activities on offer in the North of England and the South of Scotland, we offer an exciting collection of experiences for you to enjoy while holidaying with us. From snorkelling with seals around the Farne Islands to barefoot pilgrimages to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne, each experience has been drawn from our in-depth local knowledge and is exclusive to C&C guests.
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