Kingfisher Cottage
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10% discount on 7 night stays between 31st March and 14th April 2023.
Overview
If the allure of miles upon miles of wide golden sands sits at the top of your holiday wish list, Kingfisher Cottage will be hard to resist.
New England style with Bamburgh Castle as the stunning backdrop
Sitting in an exceptionally lovely village location with Bamburgh Castle as the stunning backdrop, this comes pretty close to coastal heaven! Designed for two but with capacity for four, the cottage has been newly refurbished in a classic New England style with a blend of soft natural colours inspired by beach pebbles and driftwood.
The double-height sitting room with original exposed beams features a cosy wood burner which is perfect for all seasons, two large sofas for rest and relaxation and a small table with dining space for two.
The spacious double bedroom with its charming church style window has a king size bed which links to a small second bedroom with twin (2’6”) beds which are perfect for children but can also accommodate adults if space is not a factor. The beds have deep mattresses and quality bed linen for a restful night’s sleep.
There is a compact but well equipped kitchen to the rear of the cottage which leads out to a small but private terraced patio garden for sitting-out on glorious summer days or an evening barbecue.
Property details
Ground floor
The access door from the rear leads directly into the kitchen, which is equipped with an electric oven, ceramic hob, fridge / freezer, integrated dishwasher, integrated washing machine and microwave.
Sitting room (with glazed door leading through from kitchen) with a three-seater sofa, two-seater sofa, an exposed stone fireplace with wood burning stove (generous supply of logs provided), TV with Freeview, Blu-ray DVD player, radio. There is a small table with dining space for two, but two additional chairs can provide extra capacity if required.
Bedroom one with fixed 5' king-size bed, two side tables, dressing table, wardrobe with drawer space.
Bedroom two with 2'6" fixed twin beds (please note that a standard single is 3'), side table, small chest of drawers, hanging hooks with hangers. Please note - this bedroom is linked directly from the double bedroom but can also be accessed from the rear.
Family bathroom with shower over, heated towel rail, basin and WC.
Outside
To the rear of the cottage is a small but fully enclosed gravelled patio garden with outside furniture and a charcoal kettle barbecue. Guest must provide their own charcoal.
Secure external storage is available for outdoor gear and bikes.
Parking
There is private parking in the lane to the rear of the cottage for up to two cars, to be parked in line with one another. This is accessed from a narrow lane from the main street.
Alternatively, there is free on-street parking on the road opposite the cottage, when available.
Babies & Children
A travel cot and highchair are available on request.
Dogs
Two dogs are welcome. The configuration of the property means that dogs should be cleaned and dried before access into the wider property. Owners are requested to keep their dogs off the furniture.
Guest amenities
The beds are made up with Egyptian cotton bed linen, feather and duck down duvets and pillows. A hairdryer is supplied in each bedroom. Luxurious bath sheets, hand towels and guest toiletries are provided.
Wi-Fi & Mobile Coverage
Wi-Fi is available at this cottage. Mobile coverage can be variable depending on network and location within the cottage.
Heating
Central heating throughout the property and a wood burning stove in the sitting room (with a generous supply of logs, kindling and firelighters provided).
Additional Accommodation
For guests looking to holiday together, Bamburgh Castle Holiday Cottages also have Grove House sleeping 4, Neville Tower sleeping 4, The Clock Tower sleeping 4+1, Windley sleeping 4, Rose Cottage sleeping 4, Curlew Cottage sleeping 2+2, Sandhills sleeping 3 and St Aidan's Lodge sleeping 4. The properties are all located in Bamburgh village.
Location
With friendly local shops, quaint tea-rooms, cosy pubs and restaurants on the doorstep as well as miles upon miles of stunning white sands within walking distance it is part of the reason visitors return to this area year-after-year, and why it remains one of the most popular beach destinations in England.
For dining-out, you can enjoy fantastic fresh seafood at The Potted Lobster located in the heart of the village; the Castle Hotel for a hearty pub meal and pretty beer garden; or the Victoria Hotel if you like great pub food and some chat next to the fire. Alternatively try The Wyndenwell for an ice-cream, cake and coffee stop, or the Copper Kettle, a characterful little tea-room serving a selection of freshly baked scones and light-bites. For something a bit more informal en-route to the beach, The Hut sits on the edge of the sand dunes for a delicious bacon butty or a kipper bun.
For provisions, The Pantry is a super deli selling meats, cheeses, preserves, freshly baked bread and smoked fish as well as lots of naughty puddings which all come from renowned local suppliers across the area. For picnics or lunches on-the-go, they will prepare sandwiches on request along with freshly ground coffee, or can arrange for food hampers full of gourmet goodies to be made up for your arrival at your holiday home. J Carter has been the village butchers for 125 years serving only the finest locally produced meat, homemade pies and award winning bacon which is cured and smoked on the premises. The nearest Co-op supermarket can be found in nearby Seahouses.
Activities
Standing on a quite spectacular 180 foot high basalt crag, the skyline is dominated by the dramatic outline of Bamburgh Castle from miles around. A visit to the Castle will allow you to experience over two thousand years of fascinating history with dark tales of royal rebellion, turbulent battles, and stories of powerful legend and folklore. The Grace Darling Museum sits just two doors up from the cottage and offers a wonderful insight into the life of this courageous young woman who was written into the history books in 1838 when she risked her life to row a boat out in treacherous seas to rescue survivors of the luxury steam ship Forfarshire.
As well as boasting its own magnificent Castle, the village is home to the Bamburgh Golf Club - an 18 hole golf course with outstanding views towards Lindisfarne, the Farne Islands and the Cheviot Hills. Rated by Golf World Magazine as ‘quite possibly the most beautiful and beautifully situated golf course in all England’ this tricky links course will both challenge and delight. You will also find tennis courts in the village which can be hired for a nominal fee.
The beach at Bamburgh comprises glorious curves of white sand backed by deep sand dunes, rocky outcrops and dramatic shorelines. and is a wonderful spot for families, walkers and water sports enthusiasts. Surfing and windsurfing is highly rated here with waves naturally breaking to the left and right as a result of the numerous sandbars along its length, and while there is no lifeguard cover on this section, it is seen as a safe spot for swimming. Alternatively, six miles south of Bamburgh, you will find excellent watersports on the golden sands of Beadnell Bay where you can launch boats, rent surfboards, wetsuits and bikes or try your hand at kitesurfing, windsurfing, sea canoeing and waterskiing with accredited instructors.
For young explorers, pack a fishing net along with a sand bucket and enjoy a spot of rock-pooling for tiny shore crabs, starfish or periwinkles at Bamburgh Lighthouse at Harkness Rocks - named by Countryfile as one of the top ten rockpooling areas in Britain. Here you can spend many happy hours dabbling in the plunge pools before taking a gentle wander back along the beach to the village.
The whole area is bursting with things to do here, dotted by a trail of castles and fortifications interspersed with pretty seaside villages all the way up and down the coast. Cross the causeway to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne to trace the legend of St. Cuthbert, take a boat trip from Seahouses to the outstanding Farne Islands nature reserve and seabird sanctuary, head to Craster to sample their legendary oak smoked kippers, visit the beautiful gardens at Howick Hall, or head inland to experience the medieval splendour of Alnwick Castle with its fantastic child-friendly activity programme inspired by the wizardly magic and broomstick antics of Harry Potter.
Walking and cycling in this area is a delight with an abundance of trails and waymarked routes suitable for all ages and abilities. Take a four mile circular walk from Bamburgh to Budle Bay, where you can experience amazing sunsets over the bay in early evening, or follow the Coast and Castles circular, a dog-friendly stretch involving a moderate walk of 8.5 miles taking in both coast and country. For cyclists, there are family routes, leisure routes, and mountain biking trails with everything from easy coastal stretches to high energy treks in the vast wilderness of the Northumberland National Park which can be easily accessed from Wooler.
Children and families
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Historic houses and castles
With more stately homes, castles and historic sites here than you can shake a proverbial stick at, visitors are quite simply spoilt for choice.
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Walking
From the lush green uplands to shimmering sea, the area boasts a hugely diverse and enticing landscape that is perfect for exploring on foot. From gentle rambles to long-distance hikes, there are a vast array of trails and waymarked routes for newbie walkers or experienced alike.
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Wildlife
Our region is home to outstanding scenery which boasts emerald forests, pristine lochs and rivers, heathery hillsides, sweeping moorlands as well as a picture perfect coastline.
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Cycling & mountain biking
Whether you ride fast or slow, on-road or off-road, there is something uniquely special about enjoying some outdoor time on two wheels. Here in the region we have something for everyone from high-energy mountain biking blasts to gentle forest paths the whole family can enjoy.
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Fishing
Welcome to the realm of the king of fish, the mighty River Tweed. Every year thousands of Atlantic Salmon make their way up river, an annual odyssey that is one of nature's miracles.
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Horse riding
Horse riding is intrinsically linked to the history and heritage of the area and goes right back to the 13th and 14th centuries where townspeople would ride the clan’s boundaries to protect their common lands. Thankfully our riding pursuits today are not quite so dramatic!
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Adventure Sports
If you love a challenge or just crave a little excitement away from the day-to-day bustle of working life, we have lots to offer - whether it be watery pursuits, muddy blasts or thrill seeking, adrenaline-charged adventures.
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Golf
There are 40 golf courses in Northumberland, and another 21 in the Scottish Borders offering visitors an incredibly wide and varied range of golfing options.
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Shopping, arts and crafts
We are extremely fortunate to have a region where independent shops are king, and to have an area flowing with creativity through its talents in arts, crafts and textiles.
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Shooting
For sheer variety alone Northumberland and the Scottish Borders are irresistible to any gun.
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Ancestral history research
Crabtree & Crabtree know that tracing the history of your family can be a wonderful journey of discovery. Here are our top tips for starting your family tree.
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Spas and beauty treatments
Everyone needs a little time-out to relax and for many that may involve a little pampering, the chance to experience new therapies, or simply some dedicated ‘me time’ to enjoy or practise disciplines which bring a sense of well-being and good health.
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Nannies and babysitters
Relax, explore the local area, enjoy a long lunch or a romantic evening out by hiring a fully qualified registered and experienced nanny or babysitter to come to your house.
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Additional housekeeping
Award yourself a real break and let us provide a pair (or more) of helping hands.
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Dog sitting
Our experienced dog sitters will look after your furry friends whilst you are out exploring.
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Holiday photography
Family holidays, reunions and honeymoons kindle priceless moments that deserve preserving.
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Wine delivery
Crabtree & Crabtree have teamed up with Corney & Barrow one of the longest established independent Wine Merchants in the UK to offer a bespoke service.
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"Just to let you know that have had another lovely week in Bamburgh staying in Kingfisher Cottage. As usual our cottage was cosy and relaxing. Everybody has worked hard to make it this way despite the Covid situation and restrictions. We have booked up again for next year so you must be doing something right. We have had 8 great holidays with you and look forward to many more."
Mr Burn"We had a very nice time in Bamburgh. Weather for the most part was very good which meant plenty of walking and golf. We were very impressed with the cleanliness of the cottage on arrival and the facilities."
Mr McEwen"We had a really enjoyable stay in Kingfisher cottage. It is a very well presented cottage -comfortable and relaxing, a real home from home."
Ms Morrow"We really enjoyed our stay at Kingfisher. The welcome pack was excellent and the accommodation was as described. Location was brilliant! We would book again."
Scott family"I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at Kingfisher Cottage. It was spotlessly clean on arrival and a really cosy, comfortable and welcoming cottage. The housekeeper was really helpful both prior to my arrival and whilst I was there. It was a wonderful week in Bamburgh and I will be back. Thank you again."
Ms Donaldson"Third time at Kingfisher Cottage - need we say more! Lovely comfy & clean cottage in an ideal location for all that Bamburgh has to offer. Thank you to Crabtree & Crabtree for their efficient and friendly advice in regards to the very snowy weather. We have already booked to return to Bamburgh later this year."
Mr & Mrs Dokic"Your customer service, as always, has been outstanding. We love everything about the cottage, it is so well thought out with everything you need, clean and comfortable and the location is brilliant. We have already booked it for June this year and so looking forward to staying again. Once again thank you so much, your company is the best!"
Price family"We had a wonderful stay. In fact, normally when away we would have eaten out on a number of occasions however we loved the cottage so much we after some long walks along the beach we just wanted to return to the cottage, make a fire so we didn't eat out at all! The standard of the decor in the cottage was exceptional and it was extremely well equipped with lots of little touches such as the welcome basket, logs, spare candles, hair dryers etc. Thank you for helping us with our booking and I would love to come back for a long weekend at some point and this time bring my husband!"
Mrs Cook"Had a wonderful time at Kingfisher Cottage. Bamburgh is an ideal base with great restaurants, pubs and shops.The cottage is lovely, well furnished and equipped.The standard of cleaning is very high, and the welcome basket was excellent. We had a lovely week."
Deaville family"We had a very enjoyable stay in Kingfisher Cottage. I can safely say it is the best holiday cottage we have ever stayed in. The decor and cleanliness was first class and the welcome basket of goodies was greatly appreciated. We would definitely book this cottage again."
Macrae family"I just wanted to thank you all at Crabtree & Crabtree for the fantastic week we have just enjoyed in Kingfisher Cottage. The cottage was wonderful!!! So well equipped and beautifully festive. We had such a wonderful week we will most certainly be booking for a pre Christmas break next year."
Hodson family"We had a wonderful time. The weather was especially kind to us. We loved Kingfisher Cottage. We'd always wanted a cottage that was in the village but in walking distance of the beach and we found that with Kingfisher. As always with Crabtree & Crabtree you know what you're getting. A very well appointed, clean and homely cottage. When it says a barbecue you get one, not a metal stand you put a disposable on. When it says a basket of logs, it's a nice starter supply, not just three in a small shopping basket. That's what we love - the standard is the same for all your cottages. Thanks again. We will be booking again!"
Kilner family"We were very pleased indeed with the high standard and comfort of Kingfisher Cottage and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. May I also thank Crabtree & Crabtree for their professionally service and hope to use you again in the future."
Wyatt family"We spent a very comfortable and enjoyable week in Kingfisher Cottage. The extras awaiting us on arrival were a pleasant and welcome surprise. Thank you to Crabtree & Crabtree, the housekeepers and owners."
Willshaw"We had a lovely time in Bamburgh and the cottage was very nice. The location was spot on. Right next to the pubs and restaurants. Just a walk away from the castle and beach."
"The cottage was really lovely, very warm and comfortable. We'll be back."
Mrs Dower"We had a great week in Bamburgh with reasonable weather. It's our fifth time of booking with C&C and our third visit to the cottage. It's ideal for us and our four legged friend. We love the cottage and its situation. We look forward to booking again.Well done to C&C for the lovely properties they manage."
Mrs & Mr Kilner"Thank you, we had a lovely stay at Kingfisher Cottage, there was everything there that was needed, and the welcome pack was very welcome. The cottage is in a lovely village with good walks and nice quiet roads."
Ms Pearce"Fabulous all round. Great service from you. Kingfisher cottage was top notch - for a change the web pictures & description absolutely did match what we found. Really impressed with the standard of the cottage - best we’ve stayed in. Location is outstanding - as long as you appreciate stunning views of a castle from your doorstep, miles of empty golden beaches and pubs to get a refreshing pint in within a 30 second walk! Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this to anyone - in fact I already have. What a sunrise too......"
Mr Nettleship"We had a wonderful time at Kingfisher Cottage it was a very restful weekend. The cottage is beautiful and very comfortable and for us just in the right place. We have visited Bamburgh several times but never stayed so this was a birthday treat for my husband. Many thanks for a lovely weekend."
Ms SivertsenAvailability
- Two dogs are welcome.
- Typical arrival day: Friday, with the additional option of Monday during low season only.
- Arrival time: 4pm
- Departure time: 10am
"A bracing morning walk on the beach then back to this lovely cottage, the pale aquas and muted tones lend an air of peace and serenity, the perfect place to relax."Amy, interior designer at Crabtree Designs
