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Pinfold Retreat - Alnmouth

Alnmouth, Northumberland
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Towels included
Internet access
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Single-storey, stone-built cottage in a quiet cul-de-sac in the centre of Alnmouth village
  • Vibrant and welcoming interiors make you feel immediately at home
  • Enjoy the coastal air when you dine at the bistro set outside the property
Overview
Property code: OC-P27175

Nested in a quiet cul-de-sac just off the high street in a popular seaside village, this two bedroom cottage is perfect for a family. Walk a few meters to the friendly, independent shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants for everything you need. The glorious, sandy beach is just half a mile on foot, perfect for a picnic followed by a walk along the estuary enjoying the spectacular coastal views and birdlife. Golfers can play at Alnmouth Village Golf Club (500 metres) with a course offering panoramic sea views. Nearby, visit Alnwick Castle (5 miles), home of the current Duke of Northumberland, and stop off at the award-winning Alnwick Garden for a pleasant stroll. Explore the historic market town with its wide range of shops, bars, and restaurants. For entertainment, you have the Alnwick Playhouse with its theatre and cinema, and also a famous second-hand bookstore. Discover Warkworth Castle (4.5 miles) with a beach, shops and galleries all close by. Visit Howick Hall and the Earl Grey Tea House (7 miles), Craster for its seafood (8 miles), and follow the coastal path to Dunstanburgh Castle ruins (9 miles).

Step into the hallway where you can leave your walking boots and hang up your coats. Head into the warm and inviting lounge/diner to relax on the comfortable seating after a day exploring the area or strolling on the beach. The gas fire adds to the cosy ambience and a Smart TV is there for entertainment. There is an expandable dining table for four where you can sit together for meals and plan your daily adventures. A glazed door leads into the kitchen which is fully equipped with everything you will need to prepare your meals. There are two bedrooms: a king-size bedroom with plenty of built-in storage space and an en-suite shower room, and a twin bedroom with a wardrobe to store your things. The family bathroom with a shower over the bath and WC completes the accommodation.

Outside to the front of the cottage, there is a bistro table and two chairs, and a bench seat. At the top of the street, you have access to the cottage’s garage. There are some beach toys here and you are welcome to store bikes, surf gear, and other equipment here.

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with a shower over the bath and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge with icebox, microwave, dishwasher, and washing machine
  • Sofas have been replaced June 2024
  • Smart TV
  • Outside area with garden furniture
  • Garage available to store bikes and equipment
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Beach, shops, pubs, and restaurants less than 0.5 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Elliot Albiston

This property is personally managed by Elliot.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 37 guest ratings

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Overall equipment
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Overall comfort
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Overall location
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Reviewed by Michael 3rd May 2025

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This is our 4th time here. We find it convenient for the hotels and pubs for eating out during the day or evening, Also good to wander around Alnmouth or walk down to the beach without taking the car. No garden for the dogs although a wonderful beach. Cottage clean tidy and warm. Well equipped, although we always have trouble working out how to useRead more the oven on the only occasion we ate in. Alnmouth totally dog friendly. Our dog now thinks of this as her second home. We find it best to reverse down the Pinfold and park outside the cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Barbara 28th January 2025

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Cozy cottage,excellent location,a few minor concerns re equipment,but didn't affect our stay.Welcome pack a luvly thought!We would stay there again!

Reviewed by Andrew 31st December 2024

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Good central location, compact, clean and comfortable, and well equipped.

Reviewed by Michael 11th November 2024

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Very much improved property since the lounge/dining area has been refurnished. Very central location for all the dog friendly Alnmouth eateries. No garden but easy walking distance to the beach for dog walking. Plenty of room for 2 adults but may be a bit cramped (cosy) with 4 adults. Very well equipped kitchen although we ate out most nights.

Reviewed by William 27th October 2024

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Excellent location with parking. Extremely comfortable. Have stayed previously and wouldnt hesitate to again.

Reviewed by Roy 15th October 2024

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Fabulous cottage with parking- what a bonus! Well equipped, lovely linen and very cosy and comfortable. Location was an absolute winner, ideal for exploring Northumberlands stunning coastline. A few minutes walk to pubs and lovely places to eat.

Reviewed by Mike 1st October 2024

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Great situation in Alnmouth. Cottage clean and well equipped generally. Much improved fro our last visit. It is down a very narrow passage and has no back yard or small garden so only one door at the front. Can park outside but at least a five or six point turn required even for a small car. Very pet friendly inside with lots of stuff for visiting Read moredogs which is great but if they need to go it always has to be a walk to find any grassy area. Hide

Reviewed by Jean 28th September 2024

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Excellent cottage well equipped beautiful location,great bed so comfortable nothing to dislike about it ,will book again.

Reviewed by Gail 25th August 2024

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Reviewed by Mark 10th July 2024

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View from all windows is a stone wall. Furniture in lounge is cheap and not at all comfortable for any length of time. Paying 250 per night I expected much better. Not particularly dog friendly as there is no enclosed outdoor space. Parking is horrendous. Building work going on next door early morning. Very central location with easy access to everRead moreything Alnmouth has to offer. Hide

Reviewed by Adele 7th July 2024

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Ideal location, close to Alnwick and other popular attractions. Cottage is well equipped and clean. Parking permit provided. Beautiful beach and golf course.

Reviewed by Sheila 30th June 2024

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Reviewed by Francis 15th June 2024

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Reviewed by Andrew 8th June 2024

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Excellent accommodation in superb location.

Reviewed by Jean 18th May 2024

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Excellent

Reviewed by Janet 4th May 2024

Guest rating 3.2 starsGuest rating 3.2 starsGuest rating 3.2 starsGuest rating 3.2 starsGuest rating 3.2 stars

Pinfold Retreat is an ideally located small cottage in the village of Alnmouth, which must have one of the best beaches in England. It is well equipped: washing machine, dishwasher & smart tv are all available. The beds are comfortable, the linen of good quality & a plentiful supply of good sized towels are provided. Overall, there is a good level Read moreof cleanliness. However, the sitting room seating could not be more uncomfortable. It is nothing like the armchair, settee and footstool photographed on the website. There is a wooden chair & a small 2 seater wooden bench that are low off the ground (the height of a 2 pint milk bottle) and low backed with thin seat cushions. It is impossible to relax on them and many people will struggle getting down & up from them. A permit referred to in the arrival instructions turns out not to exist or be required. There is no welcome information pack and I had to enquire about the WiFi code & absent parking permit. Luckily, a pleasant and helpful person was available when I rang the support number. Parking is outside the cottage and the space to turn the car around is limited (the lane is a narrow dead end) but there is no passing traffic and the parking most welcome - parking is at a premium in Alnmouth. It is a cottage that has great potential to be a cosy retreat, but for me totally spoilt by such uncomfortable sitting room furniture. Hide

Reviewed by Michael 27th April 2024

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Lovely cottage, centrally positioned in the heart of Alnmouth. Easy walk to all of Alnmouth`s dog friendly facilities. Best to reverse down the Pinfold and park outside the cottage. Dog owners be aware there is NO garden but the beach is not far away.

Reviewed by Lesley 20th April 2024

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Reviewed by Andrew 23rd March 2024

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Alnmouth is a lovely village , and this small and generally well equipped cottage is in the heart of the village . Better for winter than summer , when the lack of outlook would be a disadvantage. Good hosts.

Reviewed by Ian 10th March 2024

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Reviewed by Jane 3rd January 2024

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This cottage works well for 2 persons but not 4, but is in a great location.

Reviewed by Andrew 31st December 2023

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This is an excellent cottage, well equipped and cosy for winter. Have stayed in Alnmouth many times, including two neighbouring properties and this one compares favourably all round. We had one small issue which was resolved swiftly. Cannot find fault. I would highly recommend.

Reviewed by William 25th November 2023

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This very cosy and comfortable cottage is in a great location for visiting the Northumberland coast. Cottage had everything to make our stay very enjoyable and would not hesitate to stay here again.

Reviewed by Gill 18th November 2023

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Great village and beach, stunning coastline and local pubs and restaurants. The cottage was okay but basic and rather poorly equipped.

Reviewed by Michael 4th November 2023

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Reviewed by Tracy 23rd October 2023

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The cottage wasnt very comfortable for 4 adults. The table was awkward to move around. The settee was uncomfortable and the gas fire was out of order.

Reviewed by Lewis 7th October 2023

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This property suited us very well as it gave us easy access to everything on the doorstep. Recommended. Plus staff at Original cottages very user friendly.

Reviewed by Graeme 2nd October 2023

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Reviewed by Amy 26th September 2023

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Great location in Alnmouth, parking was easy and accessible too, very dog friendly town! Property had what we needed.

Reviewed by David 19th September 2023

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Reviewed by Michael 16th September 2023

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Reviewed by Mike 11th September 2023

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Reviewed by Anna 18th July 2023

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Reviewed by Judith 6th July 2023

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Reviewed by Sid 26th June 2023

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Reviewed by Jennifer 10th June 2023

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Location of cottage was not as expected.The only view from the property was a stone wall.Emailed yourselves about there not being a hairdryer iron or ironing board as stated in inventory but received no reply whatsoever.Notice left on table telling us not to use fire awaiting engineer.

Reviewed by Karen 22nd May 2023

Guest rating 3.4 starsGuest rating 3.4 starsGuest rating 3.4 starsGuest rating 3.4 starsGuest rating 3.4 stars

The cottage wasn't cleaned or ready though service team acted promptly.Situation, equipment.warmth , beds all good.Furniture not comfortable.Difficult to have 4 folk eat at table.We felt it was too small for 4 adults.2nd bedroom very tight.Good to have 2 bathrooms

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