Curlew Cottage, 2 Fenkle Street | Holy Island | Harbour,the | Northumbria

4.8★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

51 Customer Review(s)

Heather
September 2024

“A really well equipped cottage, a true home from home.”

Ideally situated on this beautiful island. We will definitely be back. Thank you for a memorable trip.

Ideally situated on this beautiful island. We will definitely be back. Thank you for a memorable trip.

- Heather, September 2024
Rhiannon August 2024

“Beautiful holiday cottage really cosy and welcoming in a lovely location.”

Gorgeous welcome pack with local goodies was a very welcome addition! The beds were very comfortable and the soft furnishings were a lovely touch. Great base to explore the local area. Would definitely recommend staying at Curlew Cottage!

- Rhiannon, August 2024
Carol July 2024

“Very comfortable, well equipped cottage in a great location.”

- Carol, July 2024
Susan Wendy June 2024

“Beautiful well equipped cottage.”

Outside area could be improved with comfier seating.

- Susan Wendy, June 2024
Ann May 2024

“Beautifully presented cottage in a perfect spot.”

Very peaceful and charming.

- Ann, May 2024
Chrystine April 2024

“Lovely cottage with amazing facilities.”

Very comfortable and welcoming. Really appreciated the Welcome Basket left for us. The wood burning fire was very welcome as the evenings turned quite cool. Would definately book again.

- Chrystine, April 2024
Janette March 2024

“Great cottage, would definitely book again.”

- Janette, March 2024
Sara March 2024

“A clean, comfortable and homely cottage situated in a perfect position to explore all of Holy Island.”

Everything was considered and catered for and the addition of a beautiful welcome pack was an added bonus. Parking is hit and miss with locals placing bollards to save spaces. So many reviews stated returning guests and I can certainly understand why. We will be adding ourselves to the list.

- Sara, March 2024
Julie March 2024

“The cottage was spacious, well equipped and very clean, close to all amenities.”

The welcome pack was much appreciated. The only downside was that building work started next door midweek. We would definitely return.

- Julie, March 2024
Kezia February 2024

“We absolutely loved the place, the only minor issue was that the hot water ran out pretty quickly so we couldn't fill much of the bath or have showers back to back.”

Everything else was perfect and we do hope to come back

- Kezia, February 2024
Michael John December 2023

“The only one niggle we had was the log fire it either needs replacing or ...”

The only one niggle we had was the log fire it either needs replacing or refurbished, it was lovely but maybe could be better

- Michael John, December 2023
Joan November 2023

“Lovely cosy cottage, with all the amenities, a perfect place to stay on The Holy Island”

- Joan, November 2023
Lynne October 2023

“Curlew Cottage has everything you need.”

Such a cosy and comfortable cottage and central on Holy Island. We had the best time there.

- Lynne, October 2023
Rob October 2023

“Superb cottage.”

Great location. Well equipped and generous with milk welcome basket (very nice) and most importantly toilet rolls! So good we have booked for next year already.

- Rob, October 2023
Anne October 2023

“An amazing cottage.”

Well situated in the centre of the village. Very well equipped with everything you could possibly need for your stay. A cosy home from home feeling especially when the log burner is lit. Highly recommended.

- Anne, October 2023
Pam July 2023

“Lovely cottage and ideal location on the Island.”

Lots of room and very well resourced.

- Pam, July 2023
Dorothy May 2023

“The accomodation was lovely with a very well equipped kitchen.”

It was well maintained. Just a pity we had to curtail our trip! Would happily recommend.

- Dorothy, May 2023
Melanie April 2023

“The cleaner is not thorough tiles over the bath are ground with dirt and so is the shower screen.”

Fridge had not been cleaned a previous spillage evident. The kitchen bin was filthy. The bin in the downstairs toilet was broken and could not be used. The wood burner has a fierce draft even when all air vents closed resulting in a lot of extra wood being used during a very cold week. The ashes tray was rusted through and the fire may need replacing. We did find the cottage welcoming and comfortable with all we needed and extremely well located but it could have been perfect if these issues are addressed.

- Melanie, April 2023
Valerie April 2023

“This was a perfect cottage for our visit to Lindisfarne.”

The only thing we could have done with was instructions on how to use the microwave.

- Valerie, April 2023
Jeff March 2023

“Lovely warm cottage.”

Well equipped kitchen, comfy beds. What more can you want to explore nearby. Tucked away just off the main street and not too invaded by the day trippers. Very handy for excellent local pub/restaurant Would return again.

- Jeff, March 2023
Margaret January 2023

“Stayed here before lovely love the island and curllew is the place to stay”

- Margaret, January 2023
Pauline December 2022

“Comfortable, clean and cosy house.”

The island is beautiful with lots of walks from the house. Really relaxing time. Just one small niggle and only because it was the new year and shops were closed. There was no kindling or fire lighters for the log burner. Would definitely book again

- Pauline, December 2022
Liam December 2022

“A fantastic cottage, decorated and maintained to a very high standard.”

It couldn’t be better located, convenient for shops, walks, the priory and pubs without being on the main road. Couldn’t recommend it highly enough.

- Liam, December 2022
Ruth November 2022

“Lovely clean and homely.”

Thank you for the welcome pack. Could benefit from handrail on stairs and also in shower as felt uneasy using both. Really enjoyed our stay, thank you

- Ruth, November 2022
Jane November 2022

“We‘ve stayed at Curlew for 2 years running now and we’ve already booked for a 3rd year.”

It’s like a home from home. All the mod cons, easy to navigate the heating etc the log fire is absolutely fantastic and we absolutely love staying every year.

- Jane, November 2022
E. Jill October 2022

“I left some comments in the visitor's book.”

It is an excellent property, beautifully furnished but sadly let down by several small things mainly linked to the ongoing care of the property - issues with cleanliness and sufficient provision of simple basic items (loo roll, rinse aid, salt, oil...) and proper care of the bins. Because previous occupants had not followed the guidelines we ended up moving someone else's dirty nappies from the recycling bin into landfill in order to put the blue bin out on the appropriate day. We felt this was something which should have been attended to before our arrival. Sorry to sound grumpy - it is a lovely cottage and we did enjoy our week"

- E. Jill, October 2022
Jane October 2022

“A very comfortable cottage with quality fixtures and fittings.”

Quality soft furnishings and bedding. The welcome basket was a lovely touch.

- Jane, October 2022
David August 2022

“Very comfortable, well furnished and clean.”

Ideal location, very peaceful

- David, August 2022
Andrew August 2022

“Lovely visit, would recommend staying at cottage.”

Great location.

- Andrew, August 2022
Doreen August 2022

“So enjoyed our week on Holy Island.”

Found the cottage to be everything we could have asked for. Full marks too for The Crown and Anchor pub meals as a supplement to the well equipped kitchen in the cottage. Can’t wait to return !

- Doreen, August 2022
Anthony June 2022

“A great cottage in a fantastic location.”

The cottage has lots of great features and is ideally located for a week on Holy Island. We had some lovely walks and meals in the local pubs. Even though we'd have ideally liked a garden, having private space in the small back yard was excellent. Overall, this was a great find. Thank you!

- Anthony, June 2022
David June 2022

“Cottage is located in the heart of Holy Island settlement.”

It has a spacious living room , good sized and well stocked kitchen 2 toilets /bathroom & 3 bedrooms of average size. All décor is fresh and well appointed to modern standard. Small rear walled courtyard but big enough & private with views towards the castle. You have to park about 20 metres away from the front door as Fenkle Street is single car width ,although hardly any through traffic ,but we never had a problem parking. Heating is electric radiators with a log burning stove ( not needed in June) the first basket is free with a £10 charge for refills the rear courtyard having a wood store supply. Ground floor is wood flooring upstairs carpeted except the bath room. Goodie hamper provided on arrival. television in living room and kitchen. Key lock system to access , easy to use 2 sets of keys for front & back doors. Fenkle Street does get a few day trippers walking by but as a side street little compared to Marygate that leads to the Castle. We would happily stay here again.

- David, June 2022
Catherine June 2022

“Really loved the property, so well equipped and very comfortable.”

Fantastic location, will definitely be rebooking.

- Catherine, June 2022
Abbie May 2022

“Lovely cottage and great location.”

Had a lovely stay.

- Abbie, May 2022
Karen April 2022

“A lovely comfortable cottage that was very well equipped and had everything you needed for a relaxing holiday.”

The owners had gone above and beyond, providing washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets, foil, clingfilm and a very generous welcome hamper. We would certainly return to Curlew Cottage when staying on Holy Island again.

- Karen, April 2022
Laura April 2022

“We had a fabulous holiday.”

The cottage was perfect. Very comfortable, and a generous amount of wood for the stove which was lovely in the evenings. I hope to be back soon.

- Laura, April 2022
Niall April 2022

“A lovely clean well organised cottage.”

Really enjoyed our stay.

- Niall, April 2022
Mike March 2022

“Great location.”

Facilities within the cottage were tremendous with a quality feel. Comfortable bed. Really enjoyed the stay & will probably book again in the future.

- Mike, March 2022
Victoria February 2022

“Great stay thanks very much”

- Victoria, February 2022
Margaret January 2022

“Very good lovely cottage good size rooms and kitchen”

- Margaret, January 2022
Jennifer January 2022

“Curlew cottage is a wonderful cottage, comfortable and well furnished.”

The wood burner was a cosy addition, the kitchen was very well equipped. The water immersion heater meant caution was needed when we both wanted a bath.

- Jennifer, January 2022
John December 2021

“This is one of the best properties I have stayed in.”

Even though it is an old stone built house, the facilities were modern and user friendly. On cold nights, the heating system was more than adequate, supplemented by the log burner in the lounge. Plan your groceries in advance though, the Post Office on the island supplies basic necessities such as milk or bread, but is very limited above that. Either bring in your own food and drink or you can order from the supermarkets near Berwick-Upon-Tweed who do home deliveries based on the crossing times across the causeway, so be prepared to be flexible.

- John, December 2021
Jane November 2021

“Utterly loved our stay at the cottage.”

So much we wanted to buy it! Loved the welcome basket, great location, has everything we needed, and so lovely to be able to hear the waves from the back bedroom. Attention to detail and cleanliness is also fabulous. The only things we would say is that we found if you have more than 3 people staying the sofa gets a bit cosy and there not much else to sit on. There’s definitely enough space for more seating as the lounge is lovely and large! We come back to the island every year and this has now become the place we will stay each time! Loved our stay thank you.

- Jane, November 2021
Joan November 2021

“Beautiful cosy cottage,,thoroughly enjoyed our stay.”

- Joan, November 2021
Brendan October 2021

“Front door key difficult to use, ( the one in the key safe was fine.”

And I would suggest more dishwasher and washing machine tabs. Delightful cottage ,comfortable, perfect location. Love the bird photos. Hopefully we will return thank you

- Brendan, October 2021
Joe October 2021

“We had a fabulous stay at Curlew Cottage and everything we needed for a lovely stay on Holy Island.”

A beautiful cottage, peaceful and really cosy. The kids loved the themed rooms. Will definitely book again.

- Joe, October 2021
Colin October 2021

“We had a lovely time, the cottage was great and the island is really special, so peaceful.”

- Colin, October 2021
Mary September 2021

“A beautifully presented cottage on a beautiful island!”

- Mary, September 2021
Kathleen September 2021

“Relaxation, peacefulness and the slow pace of living on the Island for a week.”

- Kathleen, September 2021
Adrian August 2021

“Lovely cottage, highly recommended!”

- Adrian, August 2021
Ingrid August 2021

“The cottage is beautifully decorated and excellently well equipped.”

The beds are comfortable, the shower is always warm and there is generally a sense of attention to detail which means everything you need is on hand. There was a lovely welcome basket for our arrival and the owners were extremely helpful. This is a special place to stay.

- Ingrid, August 2021

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin, 1 x trundle bed
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Cloakroom with basin and WC
Kitchen with breakfast bar
Sitting room with updated woodburning stove
Electric heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, washing machine, dishwasher, TV, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Starter pack of logs for stove included
Honesty box: £10 for additional logs
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request
Roadside parking, which is not directly outside the property, is available on a first come first serve basis
Enclosed courtyard with seating
Sorry, no pets allowed
Sorry, no smoking
Gift shops and pub 0.1 miles
Please Note: Bookings for 7 nights must start on a Saturday, this being the full-week changeover day
Please Note: Part-week bookings can be accepted but must be for a minimum of 3 nights and the booking must start between Saturday and Wednesday and cannot finish later than the Saturday
No bookings can be accepted that start on a Thursday or Friday.

The property

Situated in a prime location in the centre of the village is this incredible property, a honeypot cottage from where family and friends can explore the sought-after Holy Island in all its glory.

Be sure to check the tides before exploring the island as it is accessed via a long causeway that becomes completely inaccessible when the tide comes in.

Start your adventure at Curlew Cottage and settle in for a cosy evening in front of the woodburning stove, admiring the sitting room's interior as you flick through the TV for an evening film.

From the kitchen, fitted with all the necessary appliances, rustle up delicious meals for you and your guests, whilst an alternative dining arrangement awaits in the rear courtyard, perfect for alfresco dining.

Also on the ground floor is a handy cloakroom, whilst the main family bathroom hosts a bath with a power shower, great for a morning refresh.

Continuing to impress on the first floor are three spacious bedrooms with attractive décor and ample storage, comprising a king-size, a twin and a trundle room, ensuring a flexible sleeping arrangement.

Curlew Cottage is just a short walk away from all the amenities, gift shops and pubs, as well as the ruins of Lindisfarne Priory and the Lindisfarne Heritage Centre.

Only basic groceries available on the Island, please plan ahead for your food shopping.

Explore the surrounding area of Holy Island with the popular Lindisfarne Castle and the incredible St Cuthbert’s Way, a long-distance walking trail which boasts awe-inspiring views for nature lovers and photographers.

More outdoor adventure awaits down the coast, heading along the Northumberland Coast Path over to Bamburgh, the castle and Grace Darling museum offering a day out filled with rich history.

Other must-see destinations await at the charming market town of Alnwick where you'll find Alnwick Castle and Gardens, where alot of scenes from Harry Potter were filmed; Berwick-upon-Tweed with its ancient Elizabethan walls and castle; and the gateway to the Farne Islands at Seahouses with the renowned Grace Darling lighthouse.

Let the week pass you by during a relaxing trip to Curlew Cottage.

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About the location

HOLY ISLAND

Berwick-upon-Tweed 14 miles; Bamburgh 16miles; Seahouses 18 miles

Holy Island is home to Lindisfarne Priory, one of the most important centres of early Christianity in Anglo Saxon England. The monastery was founded in AD 635 by St Aiden, but the island is more famously associated with St Cuthbert whose remains were carried by monks to Durham, and there they still remain. The island is now a popular tourist attraction with many visitors making a pilgrimage to the priory or following in the footsteps of the monks along St Cuthbert’s Way. Situated in the heart of the Heritage Coastline, the exciting journey to Holy Island begins with the essential check of the tides, the island is accessed via a long causeway which is impassable once the tide comes in. There is ample central parking and a short stroll will take you to the priory. The village itself has quaint tea rooms and pubs and a museum detailing the island’s interesting history. Those who enjoy the great outdoors will be delighted with the Northumberland Coastal Path, which runs through Beal just two miles inland and onwards down the Heritage Coast, offering stunning scenery along the way. Holy Island is within easy reach of both St Oswald's Way and St Cuthbert's Way and there are some great birdwatching sites nearby. Northumberland’s beautiful coastline, Alnwick Castle and Gardens, the Cheviots and the fascinating border town of Berwick-upon-Tweed, are all only a short drive away. The pretty village of Ford with its castle and craft shops is 13 miles away, part of the Ford and Etal Estate which has facilities for cycling and fishing, as well as a mini railway – ideal for all the family. There are also excellent golfing opportunities, with eight golf courses within 20 miles of Holy Island. A superb base for exploring all that the region has to offer.

Please Note: The property does not accept booking that start or end on Sundays. Please Note: This property only accepts bookings of a minimum of 3 nights.

Please Note - This property only accepts shorts breaks on Friday & Wednesday changeover.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Reviews & Ratings

“A really well equipped cottage, a true home from home.”

“Beautiful holiday cottage really cosy and welcoming in a lovely location.”

“Very comfortable, well equipped cottage in a great location.”

“Beautiful well equipped cottage.”

“Beautifully presented cottage in a perfect spot.”

“Lovely cottage with amazing facilities.”

“Great cottage, would definitely book again.”

“A clean, comfortable and homely cottage situated in a perfect position to explore all of Holy Island.”

“The cottage was spacious, well equipped and very clean, close to all amenities.”

“We absolutely loved the place, the only minor issue was that the hot water ran out pretty quickly so we couldn't fill much of the bath or have showers back to back.”

“The only one niggle we had was the log fire it either needs replacing or ...”

“Lovely cosy cottage, with all the amenities, a perfect place to stay on The Holy Island”

“Curlew Cottage has everything you need.”

“Superb cottage.”

“An amazing cottage.”

“Lovely cottage and ideal location on the Island.”

“The accomodation was lovely with a very well equipped kitchen.”

“The cleaner is not thorough tiles over the bath are ground with dirt and so is the shower screen.”

“This was a perfect cottage for our visit to Lindisfarne.”

“Lovely warm cottage.”

“Stayed here before lovely love the island and curllew is the place to stay”

“Comfortable, clean and cosy house.”

“A fantastic cottage, decorated and maintained to a very high standard.”

“Lovely clean and homely.”

“We‘ve stayed at Curlew for 2 years running now and we’ve already booked for a 3rd year.”

“I left some comments in the visitor's book.”

“A very comfortable cottage with quality fixtures and fittings.”

“Very comfortable, well furnished and clean.”

“Lovely visit, would recommend staying at cottage.”

“So enjoyed our week on Holy Island.”

“A great cottage in a fantastic location.”

“Cottage is located in the heart of Holy Island settlement.”

“Really loved the property, so well equipped and very comfortable.”

“Lovely cottage and great location.”

“A lovely comfortable cottage that was very well equipped and had everything you needed for a relaxing holiday.”

“We had a fabulous holiday.”

“A lovely clean well organised cottage.”

“Great location.”

“Great stay thanks very much”

“Very good lovely cottage good size rooms and kitchen”

“Curlew cottage is a wonderful cottage, comfortable and well furnished.”

“This is one of the best properties I have stayed in.”

“Utterly loved our stay at the cottage.”

“Beautiful cosy cottage,,thoroughly enjoyed our stay.”

“Front door key difficult to use, ( the one in the key safe was fine.”

“We had a fabulous stay at Curlew Cottage and everything we needed for a lovely stay on Holy Island.”

“We had a lovely time, the cottage was great and the island is really special, so peaceful.”

“A beautifully presented cottage on a beautiful island!”

“Relaxation, peacefulness and the slow pace of living on the Island for a week.”

“Lovely cottage, highly recommended!”

“The cottage is beautifully decorated and excellently well equipped.”

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The property

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About the location

HOLY ISLAND