Simonside Apartment

4.5★

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

25 Customer Review(s)

Anthony
October 2024

“Simonside Apartment is a credit to the owner.”

Five Star ***** Centrally situated in Rothbury, it serves as an excellent base for exploring both locally and further afield. The apartment was clean, very comfortable, and provided a Home from Home setting for our stay. Highly recommended, and we hope to return in the future! --- Does this look good to you?

Five Star ***** Centrally situated in Rothbury, it serves as an excellent base for exploring both locally and further afield. The apartment was clean, very comfortable, and provided a Home from Home setting for our stay. Highly recommended, and we hope to return in the future! --- Does this look good to you?

- Anthony, October 2024
Michael October 2024

“Lovely place to stay right in the centre of the village.”

Very well equipped and fitted out, and very convenient for the pub!

- Michael, October 2024

Thank you for your feedback very much appreciated pleased you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
Rosemary October 2024

“We really enjoyed our week in Simonside Apartment & would return for another stay.”

The apartment has been recently refurbished and is very comfortable. Although it is above the Narrow Nick pub, we were not bothered by any late night noise as the pub closes by 11pm. In the late afternoon we could hear the rumble of voices, but there is no tv or recorded music in the pub (although there is an odd evening where live music is played). The roadworks outside started fairly early, but obviously outwith the owner's control. We met the owner who was very helpful with local knowledge, and all people we met were friendly. The village is well served for shops & the kitchen in the apartment is well equipped if you want to cook.

- Rosemary, October 2024
Beverley September 2024

“Great location and lovely town.”

Well equipped apartment. Would be happy to recommend.

- Beverley, September 2024
Lorraine August 2024

“Lovely apartment in a perfect location, small amount of noice from bar downstairs (but this is mentioned in the ad) didn't bother us at all.”

Very clean and ample space for couple, only things I would change is maybe an upgrade to a smart tv and also some extra t-towels would have been useful.

- Lorraine, August 2024
Roger May 2024

“Nice, well equipped apartment.”

We enjoyed our stay here and it is in a good location for exploring Rothbury. There is a fair bit of noise from outside as it’s only single glazed, which might bother some people, but it didn’t spoil our stay. The bar below was noisiest at the weekend not surprisingly but was usually quiet just after 10.30pm and didn’t cause us any problems. The freeview signal was awful and could really do with being a smart tv. The immersion heater didn’t work and I reported it to the owner but nothing was done during our stay. It was ok seeing as we had an electric shower and just boiled a kettle to wash up. Overall it was a pleasant place to stay

- Roger, May 2024
William April 2024

“An excellent appartment, one of the best we have used.”

- William, April 2024
Trevor March 2024

“Excellent property and location.”

However check in time was between 5 and 6 to allow for thorough clean and unfortunately the clean was not thorough. A bin even still had dirty tissues in and some cutlery had bits of food on it. It was stated it had central heating. It didn’t, but had individual heaters in each room so it did actually warm up quite quickly but manually. The apartment did have everything needed for a comfortable stay so overall ,enjoyed the visit

- Trevor, March 2024
Jacqueline February 2024

“Could not fault anything, wonderful stay.”

- Jacqueline, February 2024
Louise September 2023

“Enjoyed our stay, only downsides were - very noisy in the evening, jacuzzi bath appears not to work, no instructions supplied.”

- Louise, September 2023
Judith July 2023

“Note there is a DVD player and a CD player/radio as well as the TV in the living room.”

The flat was generally quiet but the live music on two evenings was quite noisy.

- Judith, July 2023
Vince June 2023

“Simonside apartment was clean, comfortable and well equipped.”

The flat is in the centre of Rothbury so is close to shops and eateries, and it has a pleasant outlook over the village green. In a week when the weather was hot and sticky, the flat was a haven of coolness. We would be more than happy to stay there again if we were in the area.

- Vince, June 2023
John June 2023

“Comfortable and well equipped apartment.”

Perhaps a folder of instructions for the various equipment would be useful. One or two minor issues which were quickly sorted out by the owner. I actually contacted Sykes Holiday Cottages via email about the above issues on the day of our arrival (Sunday) and didn't receive a reply, which incidentally didn't resolve the issues, until Wednesday - not very satisfactory. Fortunately as previously stated the owner quickly resolved the issues. A very good base for seeing Northumberland, plenty of places to visit and things to do but not enough time to do them all. Must mention that been above The Narrow Nick is not a problem regarding any noise, even when they had live music one evening. All in all a very pleasant stay.

- John, June 2023
Paul April 2023

“This clean, comfortable, homelike and well-equipped apartment was the perfect centre for a holiday exploring the wonderful county of Northumberland.”

Perfecrtly positioned in terms of geography - with easy access to both coast and uplands - it is also perfectly situated within Rothbury, being right in the middle of this lively but peaceful town with all its useful shops, pubs and eating venues within a few steps of the doorway. A big bonus is that each of the major rooms boast large, sash windows looking over the pretty, bustling marketplace. The level of facilities is very good, with the unusually well-equipped kitchen and the exceptionally comfortable bed being worthy of special mention. Little touches like the scroll-top desk in the bedroom and the thoughtful, attractive decor are much appreciated. The owner is friendly, helpful and a pleasure to deal with. I had a superb holiday and Simonside apartment contributed greatly to its succes.

- Paul, April 2023
Lorna March 2023

“Nice apartment in lovely friendly town, with plenty of facilities and good for exploring Northumberland.”

No noise issues with bar (great place for a friendly pint with the locals) or the Co-op (understand Co-op is moving to new premises later in year). Items to consider: could not get TV to work; light in alleyway much needed very dark at night and easy to trip up step into alley from street; grab rail for bath as very deep; instructions on where to find hot water and jacuzzi controls.

- Lorna, March 2023
Jeff October 2022

“Excellent flat, nice and cosy with great facilities, Excellent location in the ...”

Excellent flat, nice and cosy with great facilities, Excellent location in the heart of Rothbury , and perfect to reach Bamburgh Alnwick

- Jeff, October 2022
Jayne June 2022

“We were extremely happy with our accomadation.”

There was everything in the apartment you could possibly need. The village of Rothbury had everything on hand, lovely shops, restaurants and a Co Op. Everyone we met were so friendly. We would definately recommend the property and would certainly visit again.

- Jayne, June 2022
F May 2022

“Lovely flat with everything you need for a family, and very clean .”

Lovely village and ideal for see the rest of Northumberland. Parking no problem.

- F, May 2022
Philip February 2022

“The only comment really is that you are close to the Co-Op and deliveries arrive early morning, would not bother early risers or heavy sleepers.”

I would suggest that the lock into the apartment needs a good squirt of WD40 into it. A couple of time I was worried it wasn’t going to lock/unlock. Otherwise we would not hesitate to stay here again should the need arise.

- Philip, February 2022

WD40 was used at the next opportunity and worked well thank you kind regards Richard Property Owner
David September 2021

“We enjoyed our stay at Simonside however the apartment felt very cold and damp/musty on arrival with a strong chemical smell which persisted throughout our stay despite having windows open to air the rooms.”

We wondered whether this was caused by building work in the Bar below. There were some minor niggles which could do with fixing...... • Toilet seat was loose and moved and the shower/bath was very slow to empty • Grill on the oven didn't seem to work very well and had to resort to a different method of cooking. • TV kept losing stations and sound bar didn't appear to work • Living flame fire not usable and replaced with electric heater. Some of the photographs in the listing are out of date and could do with updating. The property is in a good position right at the centre of the town/village but a little noisy in the morning which is to be expected because of the location.

- David, September 2021
Rhydian June 2021

“The furniture is a little dated and tired and the kitchen utensils were a bit sparse, only one saucepan for instance.”

The Narrow Nick pub is now open on the ground floor and the sound penetrates to the flat. The clientele seem well behaved and it closes by 11pm, so tolerable. Overall the flat is very conveniently located.

- Rhydian, June 2021
Nigel June 2021

“Located right in the middle of Rothbury High Street.”

It is very handy for shops and places to eat out, there are 3 pubs, cafe and fish and chip shop close to the apartment. The co-op is next door which is handy but has frequent deliveries that can be noisy as is the pub directly below the apartment when people are sat outside. Lots to do, many ideal walks from the doorstep, Cragside (National Trust) is really worth visiting. Alnwick Castle and town a short 20 minute drive, with the coast 30 minutes drive. Many lovely beaches, Alnmouth and Holy Island close by. Apartment is very comfortable, well furnished with excellent WIFI and ideal for self catering.

- Nigel, June 2021
Rhydian September 2020

“Overall, a comfortable and well equipped flat which met our expectations.”

It is located very conveniently in the centre of Rothbury with good access to shops and food outlets despite the current restrictions. One problem was that the Jacuzzi did not work.

- Rhydian, September 2020
Kevin September 2020

“The apartment is as it says on the main street in Rothbury.”

It is very handy for places to visit. There are places to eat in Rothbury plus a fish&chip shop and a pizza takeaway. The co-op is next door which is handy but it comes with deliveries made at just after 7 am which does wake you up. We were left a lovely box of chocolates which was a nice thought but we didn't get any milk which is unusual now. All in all we did enjoy our stay.

- Kevin, September 2020
Gary July 2020

“Great location if you enjoy watching life go by in a small town, not so good if you object to being woken early by large Co-op delivery vehicles unloading every morning!”

- Gary, July 2020

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Summary

All first floor
One bedroom: 1 x double
Bathroom with Jacuzzi bath and shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen/diner
Sitting room with gas fire.
Electric central heating, gas fire
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, TV
WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Roadside parking on first come, first serve basis
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 0.01 miles Please be aware that this apartment is above a Real Ale Bar which closes at around 10:30pm on weekdays
There is approximately 18 people in the bar at one time and it is not overly noisy.

The property

Simonside Apartment rests in the centre of the thriving town of Rothbury.

Situated on the first floor, this property is an excellent space for those looking to explore the unspoilt countryside and coastline of Northumberland.

Look forward to spending your evenings in the spacious sitting room, boasting a delightful gas fire and exposed stonework, which gives the room a wealth of character.

The open-plan kitchen has a range of contemporary appliances, so you can easily rustle up a delicious, romantic and home-cooked meal, to be enjoyed at the dining table whilst discussing the day's events.

The property boasts a well-presented double bedroom, housing quality furnishings including bedside tables and lamps, ideal for some late night reading, whilst the red carpet adds a delightful splash of colour to the room.

The purpose built alcove in the main bedroom is designed for writers and muses alike, with views overlooking Rothbury and a writer’s bureau set up for creativity to flow or perhaps a relaxing cup of tea while gazing over the town.

The bathroom is an exceptional place, offering a Jacuzzi bath for you to relax after a tiring day and let those bubbling jets work their magic on those tired muscles.

You are ideally situated for accessing all Rothbury has to offer, including a delightful selection of eateries, independent shops and supermarkets, all within walking distance.

Visit the local toyshop, J.R.

Soulsby and Sons., which has been in Rothbury for over 100 years, perfect for gifts and postcards from this wonderful town.

Try your hand at some sporting activities nearby, an especially good area for those keen golfers among you, boasting challenging courses for even the most experienced players.

Discover a number of walking and cycling routes nearby, with wonderful views particularly from Thurnton Woods.

A thirty-minute drive from the property brings you to the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, where you can explore the Simonside Hills, the Cheviot Hills and the Northumberland National Park for a whole host of scenic attractions, walks and a plethora of wildlife to spot.

Find yourself spending the afternoon at the beach, stretched back across your towels and enjoying that blazing sun, or taking a cool dip in the shallow waters.

Simonside Apartment is the place to be for exploring this beautiful region and expansive coastline.

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About the location

ROTHBURY

Alnwick 11.8 miles; Alnmouth 16.1 miles; Morpeth 17.3 miles.

The capital of Coquetdale, Rothbury lies on the north bank of the famous salmon and trout river, the Coquet, and is dominated by the heather clad Simonside Hills. It is an attractive, small market town and its proximity to Northumberland’s National Park ensures excellent local walking. Stone houses, typical of the region, line the town’s steep main streets and there is a good range of shops on offer. With a golf course, public tennis courts and cycle hire close by and a variety of great houses and gardens to explore, including Cragside, Alnwick Castle (home of the Duke of Northumberland), Wallington Hall and a host of famous castles, this great location has plenty to offer. Hadrian’s Wall, Kielder Reservoir and Forest and the sandy beaches and dunes of the coast are also within easy driving distance.

Please be aware that this apartment is above a Real Ale Bar which closes at around 10:30pm on weekdays. There is approximately 18 people in the bar at one time and it is not overly noisy.

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