Asta Cottage | Cresswell | Northumbria | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.9★

8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Sky TV
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

56 Customer Review(s)

Julie
October 2024

“Asta cottage was perfect for our family get together.”

Spacious and comfortable. The kitchen was very well equipped for preparing meals. Great location for walks on the beach. Owner very helpful.

Spacious and comfortable. The kitchen was very well equipped for preparing meals. Great location for walks on the beach. Owner very helpful.

- Julie, October 2024

thank you very much for taking the time to write this and for your kind comments. Good to know you enjoyed yourselves. Property Owner
Alison October 2024

“Asta cottage was a delight everything you need for a relaxing comfortable stay very well equipped and spotlessly clean.”

Maxine the owner was very attentive and was kind enough to leave a fabulous welcome hamper.There are lots of great walks and the beach is a few minutes walk down the road .Our 4 dogs had the best time ever Maxine provided beds,bowls,towels and even some treats for them.Thanks again

- Alison, October 2024

Thank you for writing this review and your kind words. I will pass it on to the team - they were so happy yesterday by how you had left the cottage so clean and tidy. I know you had dogs there because I caught a glimpse of them getting in the car, but there were absolutely no doggy traces inside! We do love having dogs - good to hear they enjoyed their holidays. Maxine Property Owner
Caitlin September 2024

“Cottage was lovely, well furnished and well equipped.”

In a lovely location with plenty of walks for the dogs. More than dog friendly with loads of beds and blankets left for the dogs to use as well as treats, toys, dog shampoo etc. There were also plenty of board games for the adults to use too! Only things we could have done with was a stair gate and fire guard. We were travelling with a 3 year old who was into everything, he had quite a nasty accident when he fell and bumped his head on the hearth which could have been prevented with either foam around the hearth or a fire guard (a fire guard would also prevent little fingers from touching the fire when on as the fire is quite large and sticks out quite a bit- we didn't use it during our stay because of this). But overall we had a lovely stay and would recommend for anyone to stay here!

- Caitlin, September 2024
Vanessa August 2024

“Absolutely loved the house it was amazing we were a party of 6 adults and a ...”

Absolutely loved the house it was amazing we were a party of 6 adults and a toddler and 4 dogs and it was very good we could have our own space and get together on a night very clean great location and maxine was on hand for any problems

- Vanessa, August 2024

How lovely to read your review. Thank you very much for this great feedback - good to know you enjoyed your holiday and the house. It has always been my aim to enable humans and their furry friends to have a good time away from home. The house is certainly large enough to give everyone their own space - an essential in my eyes for enjoyable hols . Property Owner
Val August 2024

“We had a wonderful time at Cresswell.”

Asta cottage was very spacious for our multi generation holiday. Having three bathrooms was a definite bonus and the children loved the space to play both indoors and out. As a family with different dietary needs there was plenty of space and equipment in the kitchen to have two people cooking seperate meals, or on occasions even more. Asta cottage is one of the cleanest cottages we have stayed in and would definitely return. A lovely welcome pack was also provided. Maxine's communication was really good and we would like to give her and her team a huge thank you.

- Val, August 2024
David August 2024

“A family of 8 (with grandparents) and three dogs stayed at Asta Cottage.”

We loved it! It is so homely. Very pet friendly - beds left for our three dogs. A lovely welcome package when we arrived. The kitchen is very well equipped with a lovely big kitchen table. The bedrooms were lovely with very comfortable beds. Plenty of room in the living area with four sofas and a huge log burner. The garden was fantastic - a great size to sit out, the kids to play along with the dogs and is very secure. The location of the cottage is perfect as it is minutes away from the beach. Fabulous beach walks and pretty central to visit lots of different places.

- David, August 2024
Jackie August 2024

“Would highly recommend this property.”

Well equipped kitchen and lots of games and beach things for the kids.also very dog friendly.we all had a wonderful holiday.will definitely go back Big thank you to Maxine and her team

- Jackie, August 2024

Ah! Thank you for your lovely comments. The girls commented yesterday that they couldn't see any evidence that three dogs had stayed - they were delighted by how clean the house and garden were left. I like to put things in Asta Cottage that I would like on holiday - it's nice to be appreciated for that. Property Owner
Justine July 2024

“We loved our stay at ASTA cottage, it was so nice that our furry friends were also well catered for & welcome.”

All the bedrooms were cosy & comfortable and all the bathrooms were clean. What a beautiful spot to visit, loads of beaches & towns/villages to visit. Thank you for a relaxing holiday.

- Justine, July 2024

Thank you very much for taking time to write this review and for your positive comments. Good to hear that you all had a good time. Furry friends are most welcome at Asta - we find that their owners can relax more, knowing that pets are welcome. The team asked me to pass on their thanks for leaving the house clean and tidy. Maxine Property Owner
Fiona June 2024

“Had a fantastic stay at Asta cottage!”

The house was so spacious and location was perfect. Loved our strolls along the green to the beach which was perfect for the dogs. The master suite was huge and had an amazing view to the walled garden of Pele tower which was also worth a visit. The lounge was great for film nights and everyone had a sofa! We all thoroughly enjoyed the week and are missing our evening strolls on the beach which felt tropical as the sand is so white and the water so clear!

- Fiona, June 2024

Good to hear you enjoyed your holiday. I really like to have plenty of space and places to sit or stretch out on - I think it leads to better relaxation! Thank you for this lovely review. Also the cleaning team asked me to thank you for leaving the house in a good state - much appreciated. Maxine. Property Owner
Cindy June 2024

“This cottage is in a brilliant location just 5 minutes walk from beautiful Cresswell beach.”

It’s spacious and comfortable home from home. Every need is catered for including the dogs. They really enjoyed sitting on the dog cushions with us in the lounge. The cottage is ideally located for the numerous historic sites and beaches. Thank you Maxine for the welcome gifts which were much appreciated after our long journey. We would highly recommend Asta Cottage.

- Cindy, June 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave us this great review. It's good to hear that you all enjoyed your holiday. My lovely team were very happy with the way you left the cottage - very clean and tidy. Property Owner
Samantha May 2024

“We stayed at Asta cottage as a group of 7 adults and 6 dogs.”

The cottage had plenty of space and was very well equipped. Everyone had a great time. The beach is only a few minutes walk and there are shops close by. It is dog friendly and the courtyard garden is a good size and very secure. We would definitely book again

- Samantha, May 2024
Christine April 2024

“We have returned from a fabulous stay at Asta Cottage.”

The accommodation is so lovely, well equipped, very comfortable and great location. Next door to the Pele Tower and Walled Garden (which can be seen from one of the bedroom windows). A short walk from Cresswell beach. There were 4 adults and 4 dogs staying and the dogs were as well provided for as the adults with beds, bowls, treats and towels. The enclosed yard was a big bonus. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back again in the future.

- Christine, April 2024

Thank you very much for this great review. We appreciate the time you took to write this and it gives the staff a real boost! It's good to hear you and the furry guests all had a good time. Also, thank you for leaving the cottage in a good state. Maxine Property Owner
Michaela April 2024

“This cottage was ideal for us adults and 3 dogs (large) had everything we needed and more!”

Lots of space in every room comfy clean beds and towels … Owner is very approachable and on hand with any question….. thank you Maxine

- Michaela, April 2024

You are very welcome. Thank you for your kind comments and for leaving the cottage in a good state. Glad to hear you all enjoyed your stay. Maxine Property Owner
Gillian March 2024

“4 adults and 6 dogs stayed, the cottage is well equiped for 6 dogs providing dog beds and bowls.”

The outside enclosed area was dog proof and safe. The owner is very attentative to ensure that your holiday goes well and is well informed about the area. Would definately recommend this cottage and will be going again. Some friends of ours is already interested in booking this cottage.

- Gillian, March 2024

thank you very much for your kind words. We all appreciate hearing good stuff! Thank you also for leaving the cottage in an excellent state - not much sign the dogs had even been here! thanks again. Maxine and the team. Property Owner
Karyn March 2024

“We had a lovely stay at the village 4 adult 2 children and 3 dogs.”

The cottage was lovely and spacious and had everything we needed and more. Although we had packed prepared for our dogs there were bowls towels beds and some treats provided as well. A lovely welcome pack. We did take logs and a couple had been provided but the fire is a monster so best off being more prepared. Although the cottage was warm and cosy anyway. We ate at the driftwood cafe and the Greek there on the evening which was pricey however the food and service was fantastic. We didn’t need to venture out of cresswell the whole weekend spent our days walking up cresswell beach and across to durridge bay both were dog friendly and full of dog walkers. The driftwood cafe is also dog friendly. We had a lovely stay and would definitely consider returning.

- Karyn, March 2024

Thank you for this lovely review. We like to make sure our furry friends have a good time as well as their owners! Yes, you are right about the wood burner being huge - it's because the sitting room is rather large. We should warn guests it can get a bit tropical in there once the fire has been going a while - wood and layers would be good. Glad you all had an enjoyable stay. Maxine Property Owner
Caroline February 2024

“We had a lovely time at Asta cottage.”

Cottage was spacious and had everything we needed. Extremely clean. Lovely welcome package. Owner was extremely helpful with a few queries I had. Great location - as we loved being able to walk to the beach and walk along it.

- Caroline, February 2024

thank you for your lovely feedback. We appreciate your comments and the fact that you left the house in a good clean and tidy state. Much appreciated, glad you had a good time. Property Owner
Elizabeth December 2023

“We had such a lovely stay in Asta Cottage for our Christmas celebrations.”

We arrived the day before Christmas Eve for a 4 night stay with my family including 3 dogs. We arrived to some lovely treats we enjoyed during the stay but what was particularly lovely was the beds layed out ready for our dogs and treats for them. It’s so nice knowing that our fur family are as welcome as we are, it really adds to the experience. Maxine could not have been more helpful before our stay and during. It was a busy time for everyone preparing for Christmas but she took the time to make it special. The cottage is ideal for a family with a very large living room and plenty of seating which makes a difference as we have stayed in a lot of other places when you have to either squish up on settees or get dining chairs in the room. The cottage was clean and well maintained. We would love to stay in the summer months as the garden area is lovely. One of the best parts though is how close to the beach the cottage is. You can see it from the house and very easy to get to. One tiny addition that we would have found helpful would be to have a coat rack in the corner as you come in the house. With the weather being mixed we had a lot of big coats that were wet and needed carrying through the house. Thank you for a lovely stay.

- Elizabeth, December 2023

thank you for your lovely comments. Of course our furry friends are very important! I think that if the dogs are happy and safe then everyone can enjoy their holiday. I have just bought a shoe rack and put it by the back door because I noticed shoes when I visited some guests recently. I agree it's probably a good idea for a coat rack too. When I lived there I brought my dogs back in through the other door - hence the rack and some hooks where the washer is. However it seems to be guests' preference for the kitchen way - it's certainty warmer in there. Good excuse to go to IKEA or check out Amazon. Thanks for being great guests and leaving everything clean and tidy. Maxine Property Owner
Lynne December 2023

“What a fantastic stay we had!”

We were there for 4 days and the cottage was stocked up ready for our stay, the cottage is stunning and Maxine the host even supplied our pups with little treats and bed pillows. Maxine was a fabulous host, she was extremely attentive and provided excellent information regarding the surrounding areas and recommended places to visit/ eat/ take outs etc. It was a lovely staycation, we thoroughly enjoyed it made all the better with a great accommodation. Thank you Maxine!

- Lynne, December 2023

Thank you for these lovely comments. You were great guests and a pleasure to have. The girls voted you excellent visitors because the house was left very clean - tell the dogs thank you for being little treasures - no muck or damage Property Owner
Rhauri December 2023

“The property was absolutely wonderful and such a great location.”

Easy access to the beach and a nice cafe and brilliant Greek restaurant all in easy walking distance. The host was so kind and generous we couldn’t have hoped for anyone more pleasant to deal with. Wouldn’t hesitate in recommending to friends and family.

- Rhauri, December 2023

Thank you so much for this - it was a pleasure to have such lovely guests in. I am glad you had a good stay and the team appreciate your leaving the cottage in such a good state. Property Owner
Charlotte September 2023

“Had a lovely week at Asta cottage would highly recommend.”

Place is huge and so close to the beach. Thank you to Maxine and the team, will definitely be back again

- Charlotte, September 2023

Thank you for such great feedback. It's great for the team to hear you enjoyed the house and your holiday. The girls say thank you for leaving the house in such a good state. Property Owner
Jill August 2023

“We, as a family could not fault the property.”

The owner has thought of everything to make everybody's stay a happy, comfortable and memorable one. None of us (even the children) wanted to go home - we had a brilliant week. It was definitely home from home. The owner contacted us a few days before we arrived and was available should we have needed her. Thank you for everything, you made our holiday one of best and we will definitely be back.

- Jill, August 2023

What lovely feedback! Thank you very much for this - it means a great deal to our team. We appreciate that you left the house in a clean and tidy state. Glad you all had a good time. Property Owner
Melanie July 2023

“We stayed at Asta cottage 28th July - 3rd August and had a fantastic time there what a beautiful property very well maintained and comfortable fully enclosed outdoor space which was a must for us and our dogs even provide very comfortable beds for the dogs .”

Very spacious property huge rooms with everything you need for your stay . Literally a 4 minute walk to the easily accessible beach and the ice cream shop is next door to the steps onto the beach . The Drift Cafe was down the road and very nice food too we ate at The Widdrington Inn which is a short drive away and extremely tasty food all very enjoyable x

- Melanie, July 2023

thank you for taking the time to give us this lovely review. Glad that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for leaving the property in a good state - the team appreciated that. Property Owner
Julie July 2023

“Lovely cottage, everything you need for your stay e.”

G. ample kitchen equipment, white goods and even the dogs are catered for with doggie beds and a completely secured garden area. Fab location by the beach perfect thank you

- Julie, July 2023

Thank you for your great feedback. I try to put the equipment in that I would appreciate on a holiday myself. Thanks for leaving the cottage in a good state - we really appreciate that Property Owner
Tracy July 2023

“A perfect situated house ,which is extremely well equipped for grown-ups, dogs and children .”

.......I would highly recommend anyone to stay here.

- Tracy, July 2023

Thank you for this great feedback score and for leaving Asta in such a good state Property Owner
Fiona June 2023

“The property is in a perfect location , 5 mins from the beach.”

Well catered for dogs as well as humans. Spotlessly clean and well stocked with everything you would need for your stay. Highly recommend

- Fiona, June 2023

Thank you very much for your feedback - a joy to read! Thanks again for leaving the house in such a good state, we really appreciate that. Always listening to guests and considering what would make their stay enjoyable and memorable. Have recently added the drop leaf table in the sitting room in response to being asked for somewhere to do jigsaws. Property Owner
Carla June 2023

“Asta Cottage is a beautifully furnished property with very generously sized rooms and would never feel cramped even if fully occupied.”

The courtyard is completely private with plenty of outdoor furniture and cushions provided. It is 100% secure for your dogs to enjoy complete freedom in and out of the property too. It is a very short walk to the beach and this whole walk is down the village green so dogs can start their walk the second you leave the property. Maxine, the owner, is in touch if you need her and nothing is too much trouble. We recieved a welcome goodies of wine, milk and coffee pods so we could relax instantly on arrival. The beach is very safe, clean and second to none in beauty with crystal clear water. It is never crowded. Will definitely be returning

- Carla, June 2023

Thank you very much for this great feedback. Thanks also for watering the plants and leaving the property in excellent condition. Glad the dogs enjoyed it too. Property Owner
Mark June 2023

“Stunning house 2 min from the best beach in Northumberland.”

The views are stunning and if you like dog walking or running then this is the place to come to. Lots to see around the area .magical stay. Thanks

- Mark, June 2023

Thank you very much for your great feedback. The team are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Thomas May 2023

“My family and I had a lovely week at Asta Cottage.”

It is a spacious, well appointed, well maintained home which provided us with all the facilities we needed for a family get-away. I would recommend it to anyone with a large family or a group wanting to get together in the North East.

- Thomas, May 2023

Hello and thank you for taking the time to give us feedback. It's good to hear that you liked Asta Cottage. We welcome feedback about facilities we have and also what guests would like. All suggestions welcome Property Owner
Anne May 2023

“Excellent property.”

Well equipped and spotlessly clean. Good quality fittings throughout. Spacious lounge, bedrooms and bathrooms. Every possible need for guests of all ages has been thought of and provided for. Dogs are also provided for. Excellent location, especially for those with dogs. An absolute gem!

- Anne, May 2023

Thank you very much for your great feedback. Also thank you for the excellent state you left the house in. Much appreciated . Property Owner
Julie April 2023

“Fabulous spacious cottage with everything you could possibly need all to a high standard.”

Excellent location. Highly recommended!

- Julie, April 2023

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We aim to provide everything needed for a good holiday. The staff and I appreciate hearing that we got it right. Thank you for leaving the property in good condition also. Maxine Property Owner
Julie March 2023

“Lovely home from home cottage and very well equipped even extra beds for the dogs.”

5 min walk to a fabulous beach and the Drift Cafe. Need a car for pubs and restaurants.

- Julie, March 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We do love dogs and I spent years wishing for a holiday let where they were welcome. My aim now is to provide the kind of environment I wished for! Hence plenty of equipment for humans and dogs to make for a good holiday. Maxine Property Owner
Alan September 2022

“Could have been a lot cleaner.”

We had to remove our car roof box as where you park has low beams which means you can’t park anything taller then a car. Fantastic location and lovely cottage. We did however have a fantastic holiday and yes we would recommend.

- Alan, September 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We have now, in the quieter season,had the opportunity to remove the beams from above the car parking area. Sykes have recently taken out the information in their brochure which advised there was a height restriction. Pleased to report there is no longer any height restriction! Not sure in what way the property could have been a lot cleaner. We really value our guests and appreciate that they chose our property. I welcome all comments and to hear of anything that isn't right. I encourage guests to let me know so I can sort any issues, as I want them to be happy. Glad to hear that your party enjoyed the area and its great to hear you would recommend. Thank you from the team for saying that - appreciated. Property Owner
Jennifer September 2022

“Asta Cottage is well prepared for up to 8, with plenty of space, storage and kitchen equipment.”

Maxine's communications were friendly and helpful. Highchair and large travel cot were available for our 2 yr. old. The outside space is securely enclosed. and there is parking for 2 cars, but no problem to park further vehicles on the main road or in the close opposite. Pele Tower next door is very interesting, open days are run by very enthusiastic and knowledgeable volunteers. The beach, 5 minutes walk away, goes on for miles, and was mostly empty in September, when we were there. Fish and chip shop and cafe nearby. All in all we had a lovely relaxing break and would highly recommend.

- Jennifer, September 2022

Thank you for your great feedback. We love to hear how guests enjoy their stay. We also appreciated the way you left the cottage in such a good state of cleanliness - the girls voted you excellent guests! Thank you very much . Property Owner
Gaynor August 2022

“Fantastic property!”

Amazing location! This holiday cottage has plenty of space, very well maintained and comfortable. It was ideal for our annual family get together. The dogs and I loved the beach walks and we all enjoyed the wall to wall sunshine. Thank you Maxine

- Gaynor, August 2022
Lorraine July 2022

“Lovely place, needed a down stairs wet room rather than a shower over bath.”

No information on the balcony been taken down. Otherwise a lovely place to stay.

- Lorraine, July 2022
Colin July 2022

“Great cottage ideal for a family and dogs owner brilliant and very helpful”

- Colin, July 2022

Thank you for your feedback. The girls and I value your appreciation. Property Owner
Julie June 2022

“The property suited us with 2 couples and 3 dogs It was spacious and the master bed was so comfy we wanted to take it home!”

One small thing was the garden area and the furniture was not very comfy and maybe the addition of a barbecue would be good.

- Julie, June 2022

Thank you for this lovely feedback and for leaving the house in good order. Much debate went on about the garden furniture before I chose the current ones. The idea was to be flexible and make sure the furniture was movable without it blowing around on windy days. Resin sunbeds broke against the wall in the windy weather. There are cushions in the cupboard in the porch. Considered bigger heavier furniture but then we lose the option of children having more space to run around. The debate goes on - I will look at other options. Guests are very welcome to use disposable barbecues . With hygiene and safety reasons in mind, plus prioritising staff time on change over day we currently do not have a barbecue. Will consider options - I appreciate suggestions from guests and want people to have a good time. Property Owner
Leslie May 2022

“This cottage I in a ideal location close to the beach plenty of room very quiet ...”

This cottage I in a ideal location close to the beach plenty of room very quiet and relaxing all the comforts of home and excellent base to explore the rest of Northumberland

- Leslie, May 2022
Sheila May 2022

“The pillows were hard and uncomfortable but after I told her Maxine went straight out and bought new, softer ones!”

She is very friendly and helpful and really cares that her guests enjoy their stay.

- Sheila, May 2022
David May 2022

“Excellent accommodation.”

Clean everything that we needed. The 3 dogs ranging from a 7 month old to 2 more ancient dogs couldn't have been happier. Could not fault the cottage in any resect .

- David, May 2022

Thank you so much for your kind comments. The team who help me and I, love to hear that our guests enjoyed their stay. Extra thank you for leaving everything in good order. Your dogs have been voted 'perfect pets' by the girls who weren't even sure dogs had been - very clean thank you . Maxine Property Owner
Helen April 2022

“Spectacular setting, wonderfully well equipped and really helpful owner.”

- Helen, April 2022

Thank you for your lovely feedback. I like to be helpful and love it when that is noticed! Property Owner
Kirstie April 2022

“A great place to stay.”

Everything you could ask for in a holiday cottage.

- Kirstie, April 2022

Thank you for this great score! Appreciate that you left the cottage in good order. Its good to know you enjoyed your holiday. Kind regards Maxine Property Owner
Sandy April 2022

“We had a super stay at Asta Cottage.”

We found it to be comfortable and clean and very spacious. The kitchen was very well equipped and even had a Nespresso coffee machine! It was lovely to have milk, Chocolates and wine provided as a welcome gift, along with a few treats for the dog. The location is excellent and only a 5 minute walk from Cresswell Beach. There’s a very pretty communal green outside the property which is well maintained. Needless to say, we will be back again!

- Sandy, April 2022

Thank you for this lovely feedback. It's good to hear when our guests enjoy the cottage. The girls who help me are glowing with pride - me too Property Owner
Sally March 2022

“Asta Cottage is in a fabulous location, within a couple of minutes walk to an amazing beach!”

We were welcomed with a few essentials and a much appreciated bottle of wine and chocolates - a lovely touch. The cottage is well equipped with absolutely everything you might need in the kitchen - far better than I've come across in other cottages. It also has lots of lovely extras such as buckets and spades, plus all you might want for a picnic. The TV is the biggest I've ever seen and comes with a Sky package. The lounge is huge and filled with chairs and sofas, so there's plenty of room for everyone! There were just a small few negatives which, obviously, are subjective but did affect our stay. The heating in the upstairs large en suite room was not working correctly. I did have a conversation with the owner about it which was helpful but didn't solve the problem. I'm no plumber but I believe the radiators need bleeding since they were lukewarm at the bottom and stone cold at the top. The hot water bottles were a nice touch and well needed. The ground floor en suite bedroom would be perfect for someone with limited mobility - however this is the only bathroom which has an over bath shower (the upstairs bathrooms have walk-in showers). We all agreed that this bathroom would have been much better if it was more accessible. Overall, we had a great holiday and I would return to Asta Cottage!

- Sally, March 2022

Thank you for your nice comments about the cottage - it's good to hear you liked it. Sorry the actual radiators weren't working and that I did not know about that. We are looking to change the old type radiators as, despite the plumber bleeding them regularly, the fact that they are able to be turned on and off results in issues when this happens. It will need to be during the quieter months when work can be carried out so when guests turn radiators off and on the whole system isnt affected. The downstairs bathroom did used to have just a walk-in shower which I recently changed for a bath to give more flexibility. Its good to have feedback - I want guests to have a pleasant stay that meets their needs. I will look into updating the description of what is available so guests can get a more accurate picture before they come. Hope to see you again. Kind regards Maxine Property Owner
Mark March 2022

“Asta is a fantastic cottage, had everything we needed and more!”

A perfect base to explore the beautiful Northumberland coast and very dog friendly. We will definitely return for a Summer trip. Highly recommended!

- Mark, March 2022

Thank you for this great feedback. Good to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for leaving the cottage in good order - we appreciate that. Property Owner
Jane January 2022

“We had a fabulous family holiday at Asta Cottage.”

The property was warm and welcoming and we arrived to a lovely little welcome pack. The owner, Maxine was most helpful, informative and easy to contact. The cottage is very light and airey and was spotlessly clean on arrival but not the sort of place you would be frightened to make yourself at home, it was homely and functioned well for our family of 6 and 3 dogs. Cresswell village was just what we had hoped for, very quiet and on the coast, beautiful beaches and a good location to explore down to Newcastle and up to the Scottish boarders

- Jane, January 2022

Oh what lovely feedback, thank you! We appreciate that you left the cottage so clean and tidy. Good to hear you enjoyed yourselves. Property Owner
Rachel January 2022

“Had a fantastic stay at Asta cottage , lovely cosy place with all the facilities you could need and we were even left a lovely welcome gift by Maxine .”

Would defiently book again .

- Rachel, January 2022

Thank you for your lovely feedback - its so good to hear our guests have enjoyed their holiday. Property Owner
C. November 2021

“Recently returned from a wonderful break at Asta Cottage.”

The house was one of the best equipped we have stayed in which was perfect for cosy nights in cooking and dining in the spacious kitchen and then settling in front of a roaring log fire, great views of the sea. Cresswell off season was perfect with its beautiful beach perfect for dog walking would also recommend Druridge and the pretty town of Warkworth. The family loved the little touches on arrival fresh flowers tea coffee and chocolates and we would all recommend a stay in this immaculate well loved home to anyone. Many thanks to the owners from us all.

- C., November 2021

Thank you for this positive feedback. Good to hear you enjoyed your holiday. Property Owner
Jennifer November 2021

“Perfectly presented loved our stay Fabulous for the dogs adults and kids Would definitely recommend.”

Beach walks were brilliant. Maxine was lovely left us all treats. Can not thank her enough. There were books games and more than enough space for us all. The living-room had a fabulous entertainment system and the log fire was great. Would return

- Jennifer, November 2021

Thank you for your kind comments. We aim to provide everything that we would like from a holiday home. Its good to hear that guests like what we offer. Property Owner
Katy November 2021

“The Property is lovely, big and airy and well equipped.”

Lots of space for a family of 7 with a dog and a baby. We had an issue in the upstairs en suite where the water in the shower had to be plunged as it was backing up, but once plunged it drained normally. And the downstairs bedroom was very cold, it did heat up but was very cold on the first night so our gran had to sleep upstairs (stairs are an effort for her so we'd booked the cottage as it had a downstairs bedroom that she could use). But overall we loved the cottage and the hot water bottles were a very nice touch, we'd stay again.

- Katy, November 2021

Thanks for the feedback. Good to hear you enjoyed the house. Will be sure to tell other guests to take the thermostat from kitchen into downstairs bedroom if heating needs increasing. Thank you for raising this. Property Owner
Barry October 2021

“Excellent property.”

Had all features and amenities. Travelled with grandparents staying in the downstairs bedroom and 3 young children upstairs. Fantastic facilities for the dog. Kitchen had everything for lots of cooking. 3 minutes walk to the beach and lovely café just behind the sand dunes. Would highly recommend !

- Barry, October 2021

Thank you for this lovely review - my team really appreciate your comments. Property Owner
Janet October 2021

“Ideal house for a family holiday with baby and dogs.”

Spacious comfortable well equipped house in a great location a short walk to the beach. Secure outdoor space for dogs. Owner easily contactable and helpful and friendly. Hope to return.

- Janet, October 2021

Good to hear these comments thank you for such positive feedback. Property Owner
Leslie October 2021

“The holiday my was perfect the cottage was everything it was advertised large ...”

The holiday my was perfect the cottage was everything it was advertised large plenty of room the location was perfect the beach was clean and very large if you want a family Holliday I can not recommend this cottage enough

- Leslie, October 2021
Wendy September 2021

“We couldn't have wished for a better place to be.”

The cottage is so well equiped and they've thought of everything. Just a short walk from the beautiful beach and a great little cafe bar and a great location to venture out and see the fantastic sights of the Northumberland Coastline. We all loved it

- Wendy, September 2021

Thank you for your lovely feedback. You were great guests. The staff really appreciated how clean and tidy you left the house. Maxine Property Owner
Charlotte August 2021

“Very spacious, comfortable & well-equipped property - more of a house than cottage - extremely close to Cresswell's beautiful sandy beach.”

Maxine the owner is very helpful and quick in replying and could not have been a nicer host. We would highly recommend this holiday property and our party of 6 including teenage boys and grandparents all thoroughly enjoyed the stay. Cresswell Ices just by the beach sells delicious homemade ice-cream and whilst the village doesn't have any other shops/pubs there are plenty nearby and we enjoyed the peaceful setting. The Northumberland coast is just stunning with plenty to see and do. A fabulous holiday all round.

- Charlotte, August 2021

Thank you for your kind comments and for taking the time to give us feedback. You were voted as great guests for leaving the cottage so clean and tidy by the staff and me. Maxine Property Owner
Andrew July 2021

“The property was clean, well presented and well located for a Northumberland break.”

Plenty of space for our family with lots of options for entertainment locally and a great beach within walking distance. The owner was very helpful, and al instructions were very clear on arrival and departure.

- Andrew, July 2021

You were our first guests and we really appreciate this good feedback.. Very kind of you to say nice things, take time to write feedback and to leave the property very clean and tidy. Thank you from our team. Property Owner

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Summary

Four bedrooms: 1 x super king-size with TV and en-suite bath, walk-in shower, basin, towel rail and WC, 1 x king-size, 1 x ground-floor king-size, 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen/diner
Utility
Sitting room with woodburner.
Oil central heating
Electric range oven and 5-ring hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer
2 x Smart TV, selection of books and games, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
2 x Highchairs and travel cots are available
A full size 'Z bed' can be added
Off-road parking for two cars with no height restrictions
Enclosed courtyard with outside table and chairs
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 1.5 miles
Four minute walk from the beach
Six well-behaved pets welcome
Please note there is a £20 per dog supplement per stay
Please note: Stairs are in the hallway which may be isolated by closing the doors from kitchen and sitting room
No stair gate available
Note: People with mobility issues are advised to use the upstairs bathroom, as the ground floor bathroom does not have a walk-in shower
Note: Property is not suitable for wheelchairs
Note: Handrail is available in the master suite shower

The property

This splendid, detached property sits within a walled garden in the quaint village of Cresswell, enjoying views of the sea from the first floor, and less than a mile from the unspoilt Cresswell Beach.

Asta Cottage is an ideal base for a family or group of eight seeking a Northumberland getaway along the coastline.

Discover the spacious kitchen/diner, where you can prepare the dining table for a big feast while the chef of the group gets acquainted with all the appliances, including an electric range cooker with 5-ring hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and even a dishwasher, ensuring you have everything for a well-equipped stay.

Carry the conversation into the lounge, where a woodburner rests in a large fireplace, and an arrangement of seating offers a lovely place to rest in the evenings.

As you tire, there are four bedrooms at this Cresswell cottage; the ground floor offers a king-size with bathroom, perfect for those with limited mobility, whilst upstairs provides two king-size doubles, one of which is the master and includes a large en-suite bathroom, while there is also a refreshing twin and a bathroom to pick from.

Step out onto the large balcony and enjoy a moment in the sunshine, or head down to the large enclosed courtyard for a refreshing drink or some family games.

The property enjoys an excellent location, close to Cresswell Beach which is largely unspoilt and remains quiet most of the year, and its dog friendly too!

Wildlife lovers can visit Cresswell Pond, a shallow lagoon that sits just off the beautiful Druridge Bay coastline, providing a year-round haven for wading birds.

Take a drive north to the picturesque harbour village of Amble, with a lovely assortment of shops, pubs, restaurants and takeaways, perfect for when you want a night off cooking.

Alternatively, venture south to Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, a charming town for the idyllic beach and striking sunrises, along with a myriad of marine life that regularly graces Newbiggin Bay.

You are also well placed for discovering the delightful coastal villages of Warkworth and Alnmouth, together with Morpeth, Alnwick Castle and Gardens, which all provide great days out.

Box off the attractions of the Northumberland coastline during your stay at Asta Cottage.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £450.

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About the location

CRESSWELL

Newbiggin-by-the-Sea 5 miles; Ashington 6 miles; Morpeth 9 miles; Whitley Bay 19 miles.

Cresswell is a Northumberland village on the North Sea coast, popular with bird watchers with Cresswell Pond being nearby and the Druridge Bay Country Park less than 3 miles away. Recently popular with archaeologists after a community dig (the Cresswell Pele Tower Project) led to the discovery of two bronze aged burial crists, neolithic flint and pre-historic and medieval pottery. The Pele Tower is currently being restored. The Drift Inn situated 500 yards to the west of Cresswell is an extremely popular cafe/diner open all year round. Cresswell is now part of the Coasts and Castles Cycle Route (NCN Route 1) which includes 85 miles of routes that follow or lie close to the magnificent Northumberland coastline. The village has an ice cream shop but this does close out of season. The nearby town of Ashington, once known as the largest mining village in the world and offers a good range of shops and has a market day on Tuesday. It also boasts two country parks, Wansbeck Riverside Country Park and the Queen Elizabeth II Country Park at Woodhorn. The lovely market town of Morpeth, just nine miles away, offers the remains of an historic castle, lovely parks, riverside walks, ancient architecture and churches and an old chantry with a bagpipe museum.

Note: There is a £20 per dog supplement per stay.
Note: People with mobility issues are advised to use the upstairs bathroom, as the ground floor bathroom does not have a walk-in shower.
Note: Property is not suitable for wheelchairs.
Note: Handrail is available in the master suite shower.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Asta cottage was perfect for our family get together.”

“Asta cottage was a delight everything you need for a relaxing comfortable stay very well equipped and spotlessly clean.”

“Cottage was lovely, well furnished and well equipped.”

“Absolutely loved the house it was amazing we were a party of 6 adults and a ...”

“We had a wonderful time at Cresswell.”

“A family of 8 (with grandparents) and three dogs stayed at Asta Cottage.”

“Would highly recommend this property.”

“We loved our stay at ASTA cottage, it was so nice that our furry friends were also well catered for & welcome.”

“Had a fantastic stay at Asta cottage!”

“This cottage is in a brilliant location just 5 minutes walk from beautiful Cresswell beach.”

“We stayed at Asta cottage as a group of 7 adults and 6 dogs.”

“We have returned from a fabulous stay at Asta Cottage.”

“This cottage was ideal for us adults and 3 dogs (large) had everything we needed and more!”

“4 adults and 6 dogs stayed, the cottage is well equiped for 6 dogs providing dog beds and bowls.”

“We had a lovely stay at the village 4 adult 2 children and 3 dogs.”

“We had a lovely time at Asta cottage.”

“We had such a lovely stay in Asta Cottage for our Christmas celebrations.”

“What a fantastic stay we had!”

“The property was absolutely wonderful and such a great location.”

“Had a lovely week at Asta cottage would highly recommend.”

“We, as a family could not fault the property.”

“We stayed at Asta cottage 28th July - 3rd August and had a fantastic time there what a beautiful property very well maintained and comfortable fully enclosed outdoor space which was a must for us and our dogs even provide very comfortable beds for the dogs .”

“Lovely cottage, everything you need for your stay e.”

“A perfect situated house ,which is extremely well equipped for grown-ups, dogs and children .”

“The property is in a perfect location , 5 mins from the beach.”

“Asta Cottage is a beautifully furnished property with very generously sized rooms and would never feel cramped even if fully occupied.”

“Stunning house 2 min from the best beach in Northumberland.”

“My family and I had a lovely week at Asta Cottage.”

“Excellent property.”

“Fabulous spacious cottage with everything you could possibly need all to a high standard.”

“Lovely home from home cottage and very well equipped even extra beds for the dogs.”

“Could have been a lot cleaner.”

“Asta Cottage is well prepared for up to 8, with plenty of space, storage and kitchen equipment.”

“Fantastic property!”

“Lovely place, needed a down stairs wet room rather than a shower over bath.”

“Great cottage ideal for a family and dogs owner brilliant and very helpful”

“The property suited us with 2 couples and 3 dogs It was spacious and the master bed was so comfy we wanted to take it home!”

“This cottage I in a ideal location close to the beach plenty of room very quiet ...”

“The pillows were hard and uncomfortable but after I told her Maxine went straight out and bought new, softer ones!”

“Excellent accommodation.”

“Spectacular setting, wonderfully well equipped and really helpful owner.”

“A great place to stay.”

“We had a super stay at Asta Cottage.”

“Asta Cottage is in a fabulous location, within a couple of minutes walk to an amazing beach!”

“Asta is a fantastic cottage, had everything we needed and more!”

“We had a fabulous family holiday at Asta Cottage.”

“Had a fantastic stay at Asta cottage , lovely cosy place with all the facilities you could need and we were even left a lovely welcome gift by Maxine .”

“Recently returned from a wonderful break at Asta Cottage.”

“Perfectly presented loved our stay Fabulous for the dogs adults and kids Would definitely recommend.”

“The Property is lovely, big and airy and well equipped.”

“Excellent property.”

“Ideal house for a family holiday with baby and dogs.”

“The holiday my was perfect the cottage was everything it was advertised large ...”

“We couldn't have wished for a better place to be.”

“Very spacious, comfortable & well-equipped property - more of a house than cottage - extremely close to Cresswell's beautiful sandy beach.”

“The property was clean, well presented and well located for a Northumberland break.”

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The property

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About the location

CRESSWELL