St Aidan's Lodge
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10% discount on a 7 night stay from 7th April 2023.
Overview
Set in one of the most sought after villages on the Northumberland coast, this quaint coastal cottage enjoys a fantastic location with miles upon miles of pristine golden sands on the doorstep and the iconic outline of Bamburgh Castle as the stunning backdrop.
Quaint coastal cottage in a fantastic location
Newly refurbished, the cottage is presented in a tasteful Scandi style which embraces the soft colours of the sea and sits perfectly with its relaxed beach location. Ideal for families or two couples, the property benefits from a pretty sitting room with separate dining room, galley kitchen and bathroom on the ground floor with two bedrooms on the first floor.
Outside there’s a small patio garden with garden furniture and barbecue, and when the temperature starts to rise, guests can pack a picnic and wander over the dunes to the stunning sands of Bamburgh which has endless opportunities for relaxed beach living or more active adventures!
Property details
Ground floor
This is a period property where some of the door heights are below that of modern standard sizes. If you have any concerns, please contact us for details.
Sitting room with two sofas, feature fire, TV with Freeview, DVD player. Small selection of books.
Dining room with feature fireplace and seating for six.
Please note that the feature fireplaces in both the sitting room and dining room are decorative only.
Fully equipped galley kitchen with electric oven and ceramic hob, fridge (no icebox), integrated dishwasher, microwave, washing machine, docking station (USB port), DAB radio. There is a freezer in an outbuilding to the rear of the property.
Family bathroom with bath, shower over, WC and basin.
First floor
Narrow staircase from the dining room leads to:-
Bedroom one with king size bed, large wardrobe, side tables, dressing table.
Bedroom two with 3' twin beds, side table, wardrobe, built-in cupboard, dressing table.
Outside
To the rear of the cottage is a very small but fully enclosed gravelled patio garden with outside furniture and a charcoal kettle barbecue. Guest must provide their own charcoal.
Parking
There is parking in a shared courtyard to the rear of the cottage. This is accessed from a small narrow lane to the side of the property and does have turning access in the courtyard.
Babies & Children
A travel cot and highchair are available on request. Please note the stairs are steep and narrow with a very small landing on the first floor.
Dogs
One large dog or two small dogs are welcome. The configuration of the property means that dogs should be cleaned and dried in the porch before access into the wider property. Owners are requested to keep their dogs downstairs and 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 and hand towels are provided as are guest toiletries.
Wi-Fi & Mobile Coverage
Wi-Fi is available. Mobile coverage can be variable depending on network and location within the cottage.
Heating
St Aidan's Lodge has oil central heating.
Additional Accommodation
For guests looking to holiday together Bamburgh Castle Holiday Cottages also have Neville Tower sleeping 4, The Clock Tower sleeping 4+1, Windley sleeping 4, Grove House sleeping 4, Rose Cottage sleeping 4, Curlew Cottage sleeping 2+2, Kingfisher Cottage sleeping 2+2 and Sandhills sleeping 3. 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
Here at Crabtree & Crabtree, we like to think we’ve pulled together some rather nifty ideas to keep tots to teens happy and entertained during your stay.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Shooting
For sheer variety alone Northumberland and the Scottish Borders are irresistible to any gun.
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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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Additional housekeeping
Award yourself a real break and let us provide a pair (or more) of helping hands.
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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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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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"Firstly, thanks for allowing us to have such a wonderful holiday over Christmas in St. Aidans Lodge. It was perfect."
Mr Whitwood"We loved our stay, thank you. The cottage was so warm, cosy and comfortable- excellent given the winds outside! To be able to see the sea from my bed was joyful. Another feature we loved was the ability to walk to an amazing beach. The high quality of the cottage and all the contents was much appreciated and beds were comfortable too. We were impressed with everything about this break including your website and booking process. Just wish we could have stayed longer! And yes, we will return."
Ms Coulthard"We had a lovely time in Bamburgh, and the accommodation was excellent. The welcome pack was a lovely surprise, thank you for that. It was our first time we stayed in one of your properties and you will be our first choice if we are in the areas your cottages are situated."
Mrs & Mr Kenny"As usual the cottage was very welcoming and dog friendly, and also the cleanliness was second to none. The facilities and private parking were of great benefit and anyone using it for the first time would be more than impressed. Bamburgh is a beautiful place and everything you need is within walking distance, especially if you have a dog. We hope to return again next year to use the cottage again."
Mr & Mrs Tetley"We had a lovely week in Bamburgh with sunshine everyday! We found the cottage to be perfect, immaculate and so very convenient for the village. From booking to follow up emails and keeping updated re pandemic the customer service is first class."
Ms Mault"St Aidan's Lodge was fabulous! Nice quiet location. Beautifully decorated. Very cosy. Wonderful beds. Didn't want to leave!! Will be booking through you again definitely."
Eagleton family"The cottage was absolutely lovely very tastefully furnished.. and well equipped and nice and warm with efficient heating beds and pillows very comfy and gorgeous bedding, lovely location overlooking the sea."
Miss Tonnar"It was lovely. Our thanks to you, the service team and the owners for making our stay so pleasurable."
Ryan family"We had a fantastic break. The cottage is beautiful... and yes certainly hope to return."
Mr & Mrs Essex"It was a lovely cottage which was in an excellent location. It was really nice of you to leave a welcome pack for us. That was a nice touch. The cottage was bigger than what we thought it would be. Had a nice feel about it. Booking it was easy. Thanks all round."
Mr & Mrs Watson"Please just pass on our thanks! It really is a beautiful cottage, and it was so refreshing to stay in a one which so much thought has obviously gone into. It was clean and very comfortable and the welcome pack was a lovely touch after a long journey - we really couldn't have been happier. The only problem will be finding another cottage somewhere else which stands up to comparison. We will be back!"
Barber family"We had a fabulous holiday, the cottage was lovely and was everything we wanted and one of the best we have ever stayed in. We would like to thank Crabtree & Crabtree for their excellent customer service from start to finish, we will definitely book again. I have also recommended your company to friends and family."
Price family"We had a lovely time at this cosy home from home cottage. Everything was there that we needed (including the sunshine). Hopefully we will return to St. Aidans again next year."
Burn family"We very much enjoyed our stay at St Aidan's Lodge. The instructions for arrival/entry/leaving were very clear and straightforward. The welcome pack was very much appreciated and cottage was lovely and very comfortable."
Spalding family"Absolutely beautiful cottage, would & have recommended Crabtree & Crabtree to friends - had a great time."
Ward family"Firstly please thank the owners and housekeeper for keeping such a lovely cottage. It was our first time at St Aidan's Cottage but we use Crabtree & Crabtree every year for holidays. St Aidan's Lodge was excellent in every way. The off street parking was welcome as Bamburgh gets busy. The neighbours were very friendly on both sides. The cottage location was perfect with sea views out of all the front windows. The interior decor is neutral and very well done. The welcome pack was one of the best we have had and very much appreciated. Both the living room and dining room decor and furnishings were lovely and the bedrooms also with the double bed being extremely comfortable. The heating was set on auto and kept the house lovely and warm day and night. Although it is on one of the main roads through Bamburgh the road noise was never intrusive. Overall a great stay in a lovely conveniently placed cottage in a lovely village."
Blades family"Just got back from St Aidan's Lodge, Bamburgh. We just wanted to pass on our appreciation, the cottage is beautifully situated and the decor is perfect. All the amenities were of a high standard which we very much appreciated. Thanks again for the opportunity to stay in such a fabulous cottage. We hope to return one day, maybe when the weather is a little warmer."
Wigham family"We really enjoyed our stay at St Aidan's Lodge and the location and views were fantastic. The beautiful walks we did were Bamburgh to Budle Bay, Beadnell to Low Newton and Bamburgh to Seahouses. We usually come to Northumberland twice a year as it is such a beautiful place."
Wilman family"We have had a lovely week and found St Aidan's Lodge a well appointed, cosy cottage to stay in. We have enjoyed exploring the coast, visiting many of the villages and walking on glorious sandy beaches. We can highly recommend The Black Bull at Lowick and The Jolly Fisherman at Craster for delicious meals out."
Mr & Mrs Tyson"We had a fabulous time at St Aidan’s Lodge. The cottage was in a prime location with the added bonus of parking, it was extremely well-equipped with good quality interiors. The cleanliness of the cottage when we arrived was exceptional and we would recommend this property to others.We shall certainly be looking at other properties via Crabtree and Crabtree and will be visiting St Aiden’s Lodge again in the future. Thank you for helping to make our holiday enjoyable!"
Mr & Mrs Harker"We enjoyed our stay being blessed with very decent weather."
Mr Gregory"We had a lovely stay at St Aidan's Lodge, friendly welcome from housekeeper who was just leaving and really nice welcome basket. Cottage was very clean and comfortable, great location and views of church + sea, and nice sunny courtyard was great as the weather was so lovely. Booking was easy and I liked that you could book short break online without having to phone up for price which was the case with other agencies. Would definitely use you again."
Ms Wilkie"We had such a lovely stay in the cottage - it was just right for us. Enough things in the kitchen, comfortable lounge, nice hamper and dining room. The garden was also just right for the weather and location!! It was truly lovely and we would definitely recommend C&C as they were recommended to us to find a perfect holiday home in Northumberland. We look forward to booking again."
Ms BevanAvailability
- Two dogs are welcome.
- Typical arrival day: Friday, with the additional option of Monday during low season only.
- Arrival time: 4pm
- Departure time: 10am
"The tasteful Scandi style embraces the soft colours of the sea which fits perfectly with the cottage's relaxed beach location."Angie, Crabtree & Crabtree
