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St. Coombs Farmhouse

Holy Island, Northumberland
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Towels included
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Working farm
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Traditional stone farmhouse located on a beautiful island that’s only accessible at low tide
  • Wooden ceiling beams and stable-style doors create a rustic and cosy setting
  • View distant constellations in the dark night sky with the telescope provided

Property code: OC-489787

Large traditional detached farmhouse situated on Holy Island. A holiday home with a difference - there is something ethereal about being "stranded" on an island. The tide cuts the island off twice a day (see safe crossing times which vary with the tides), and when the tide recedes revealing the causeway, you can drive on and off the island and explore more of the County.

So when you are on the island you'll find quite a bit to do. The Priory, the small independent shops, the Lindisfarne Mead distillery, two pubs which both serve food, two cafes, a post office store, there are many walks around and across the island, and the area is a mecca for wildlife lovers, photographers and dark skies enthusiasts. Lindisfarne Castle stands proud at the end of the Castle Walk overlooking the sound between the island and the mainland at Ross Sands.

The house is traditionally stone built and it has been a working farm and residential house until the present owners purchased it at the end of 2016.

Entrance & Utility/boot room

  • Entering the property into a stone flagged passageway
  • There is a utility/ 2nd kitchen, ideal to use as a boot room coming in from walks with the dogs and kids
  • Electric cooker, microwave and dishwasher, plus a washer/drier
  • Plenty of cupboard storage
  • Downstairs bathroom with bath and separate shower

Kitchen & Utility

Main Kitchen:

  • Farmhouse kitchen table and 6 chairs
  • Belfast sink
  • Painted kitchen units with wooden worktops
  • Electric 2 oven AGA including AGA toast clamp & kettle and a selection of Le Creuset pans
  • L’OR barista coffee machine, use with nespresso pods or double pods L’OR
  • Electric kettle, toaster, fridge, cafetiere & tea pot
  • Good selection of crockery, cutlery, glassware and cookware
  • Your kitchen pack will comprise: dishcloth, sponge/scourer, washing up liquid, multi-surface cleaner, liquid handwash
  • Tea towels (2), oven gloves and kitchen towel

Kitchen/Utility :

  • Electric cooker
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Washer / Drier
  • Freezer
  • Blender
  • Plenty of cupboard storage

Dining Room

  • Dining table in kitchen with 6 chairs

Lounge & Conservatory

Lounge:

  • 2 comfy sofa's and an arm chair
  • Wi-fi
  • Flat Screen TV with freeview
  • DVD player
  • Log burning open fire with initial one night supply of logs & kindling to get you going
  • Selection of reading material and games

2nd Lounge:

  • 'L' shaped sofa and separate chair (sofa pulls out into a bed to accommodate 2 additional guests, please request on booking if required)
  • Good selection of games and books

Conservatory / garden:

  • 2 sofa's and 2 easy chairs
  • Large telescope for dark skies experience - for use in conservatory, please do not move
  • Outside table and chairs for alfresco dining in South West facing garden

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

Master ensuite:

  • Lovely large & bright room with dual aspect windows
  • Feature fireplace
  • Under floor heating in both rooms, bedroom has carpet & ensuite has tiles
  • King size double bed
  • Bedside tables with lights
  • Large double wardrobe with long mirror
  • Hairdryer
  • Chest of drawers
  • Chaise lounge
  • Shower room, toilet & wash hand basin
  • Heated towel rail & light above mirror

2nd bedroom:

  • Super king size double zip & link bed - can be made as a twin on request
  • 2 chests of drawers with bedside lights on each
  • Wardrobe & blanket box with mirror above
  • Hairdryer
  • Fully carpeted


Separate shower room:

  • Small and compact room with shower, toilet and wash hand basin
  • Heated towel rail & light above mirror
  • Tiled floor with under floor heating

3rd bedroom:

  • Feature fireplace and wooden floor boards
  • King size double bed
  • Radiator heating in this bedroom
  • 2 bedside drawers with lights on each
  • Double wardrobe and set of drawers
  • Chair with cushion
  • Wall mounted long mirror
  • Hairdryer

Downstairs bathroom:

  • Large room with bath and separate shower, toilet & wash hand basin
  • Tiled floor & under floor heating
  • Heated towel rail & light above mirror

Entertainment

  • Wi-fi
  • Flat Screen TV with freeview
  • DVD player
  • Good selection of books & games

Outside Facilities

  • South West facing enclosed garden
  • Decking directly outside the conservatory leading to grass
  • Large telescope for dark skies experience - for use in conservatory, please do not move
  • Outside table and chairs for alfresco dining
  • BBQ

What is Included

What is included:

  • All bedding (non-allergenic duvets and pillows), bed linen and towels
  • Wi-fi
  • Under floor heating throughout apart from 1 bedroom that is heated by a radiator
  • Initial supply of logs for the log burner supplied between October and March
  • High chair and 2 stair-gates
  • ​Eco-friendly kitchen essentials
  • Toiletries
  • Welcome pack: locally produced items may vary depending on the time of the year
  • K9 welcome pack - towel,bowl, blanket
  • Off street parking for 2 cars

What can be arranged

Children's facilities

  • High chair
  • 2 Stair gates

Bringing your dog on holiday

A bit of K9 etiquette should be observed during your stay:

  • 2 well behaved dogs welcome at £25 per dog per week or part thereof.
  • Please be aware that the neighbours farm chickens are free range, and dogs should be kept under control. Should there be any accidents compensation will be expected.
  • Your pet should not be left in the property unattended
  • Your pet should not be allowed in the bedrooms or on furniture
  • On booking for your pet, you are confirming that it is fully up to date on its flea treatment

Special Note & Conditions

​Special Notes and Conditions:

              • 2 well behaved welcome at £25 per dog per week or part thereof
              • Please be aware that the neighbours farm chickens are free range, and dogs should be kept under control. Should there be any accidents compensation will be expected
              • Tesco deliver to the island tides permitting
              • Please consult the official Holy Island crossing times
  • 3 bedrooms – 2 king-size, 1 super-king-size with zip-and-link beds (that can be made into twins on request at the time of booking)
  • 3 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with shower and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 1 shower room with WC
  • 2-oven Aga, Aga toast clamp, Nespresso Magimix coffee pod machine (bring your favourite pods), fridge
  • AGA will be turned OFF between May and September unless you notify the Homeowner prior to arrival that you would like it on
  • Utility room with electric cooker, microwave, dishwasher and washer/dryer
  • Welcome pack
  • Doggie welcome pack with towel, bowl and blanket
  • Highchair and 2 stairgates available
  • Open fire (1 night’s worth of logs and kindling supplied between October and March)
  • Underfloor heating throughout apart from 1 bedroom that is heated by a radiator
  • TV, DVD player
  • Please do not leave your pet unattended in the property or allow them in the bedrooms or on the furniture
  • Please ensure your pet’s flea treatment is up to date
  • The neighbour’s farm chickens are free range so dogs should be kept under control (any accidents must be compensated for)
  • Garden with decked area, grass, furniture and BBQ
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Large telescope in the conservatory (please don’t move it)
  • Beach, pub and shop 0.25 miles
  • Please note, due to the tides Holy Island is at times inaccessible and therefore the arrival and departure times may vary depending on this. The property is to be vacated by 9am on your departure date unless advised otherwise. Please ensure you check the tide times at the following link for your arrival and departure dates: https://holyislandcrossingtimes.northumberland.gov.uk/
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Holly Hopkinson

This property is personally managed by Holly.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 22 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Dan 13th April 2025

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This is a fantastic cottage in a beautiful location. Lots to keep families entertained on the Island and really no need to touch the car once you are here. Multiple beaches within ten minute walk. Lots of pubs/coffee shop etc.. in walking distance. Really clean and well equipped place. We have already booked again for next year!

Reviewed by David 27th October 2024

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Outstanding location on Holy Island and warm comfortable accommodation for a large group. Beautiful walks from the door in all directions and when the causeway is closed it feels like you have the island to yourselves. We had a wonderful, memorable time.

Reviewed by Helen 16th June 2024

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Gorgeous place. 5 sofas over 2 rooms means you can be soooo relaxed. The conservatory was where we hung out all the time. So private with views over the garden and so bright and warm and comfortable. We also loved hanging out around the kitchen table putting the world to rights. A really special place and gorgeous to start walks right outside the fRead moreront door, although the village is maybe 2-3 minutes walk. A heavenly spot and the owners were very kind helping with our questions. Thank you for letting us stay in this little piece if heaven. Hide

Reviewed by Rebecca 20th May 2024

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A lovely farmhouse in a fairly quiet location with great walks from the door to the dunes. St Coombs has a homely feel to it and is very comfortable. The only slight issue was the cleaning side of things and as this is one of the more expensive rentals on the island I expected it to be spot on. Remember this property is between two farms withRead more cockerels and dogs barking, not an issue for us but maybe to some. Overall an enjoyable stay and would recommend Hide

Reviewed by Susan 29th April 2024

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Really spacious and comfortable house in a stunning location. The added touches were really appreciated. By far one of the best cottages we have stayed at and hopefully we will return.

Reviewed by Anna 28th April 2024

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Large, comfy farmhouse. Home from home comfortable. Absolutely lovely.

Reviewed by Dan 7th April 2024

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St Coombs farmhouse is a lovely comfortable and well equipped cottage on the magical location of Lindisfarne. I would strongly recommend a stay on the Island for the pure sense of peace and quiet here. Even when the causeway is open most of the Island is deserted. The sand dunes to the North are beautiful and you have them virtually to yourself.Read more St Coombs is slightly away from the main road in the village so very few passing tourists. I hope to stay here again soon! Hide

Reviewed by Alfred 20th March 2024

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This was our third visit to St Coombs. The house was surprisingly warm and there was no need to light the fire except for ambiance.

Reviewed by Janet 4th February 2024

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This is a wonderful place to stay. Plenty of room, warm and comfortable. Well equipped kitchens - I would not have attempted to use the Aga so that electric cooker was a brilliant addition. A lot of care has gone into making this farmhouse very welcoming. For just the two of us and our little dog, it was excessively large but we had decided we wantRead moreed to stay there and we have no regrets. It's very convenient for the little post office/cafe and the Ship pub which is fantastic. The post office does a wonderful breakfast and is very reasonably priced. The Ship offers good pub grub. The Manor Hotel has a more sophisticated menu but is equally unpretentious and only slightly further to walk. I think this must be one of the best places to stay on the island. Hide

Reviewed by Lesley 21st January 2024

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Reviewed by Anthony 7th January 2024

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Somethings in the farmhouse are well used and a bit tired but its a lovely place all the same. Take it for what it is and youll have a lovely holiday in very cozy welcoming farm house, its probably the best winter holiday weve ever had, close the door and let the storm begin, you wont regret it

Reviewed by Kathryn 31st December 2023

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Cottage was lovely and very cosy with the Aga . There was a storm which caused lounge , kitchen and main bedroom window frames to leak .

Reviewed by Alan 28th December 2023

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A truly wonderful place to stay to get away from the hustle and bustle of the pre Xmas rush and just relax in the peaceful tranquility of Holy Island. A real family retreat in a traditional farmhouse, great for families and very dog friendly.

Reviewed by Teresa 27th November 2023

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Reviewed by Philip 13th November 2023

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We love this Island and this property. Have stayed at various rentals over the years on Lindisfarne, but this is the one we keep going back to again and again. Very comfortable and cosy, everything you need, plenty of parking space and very private but only a few minutes walk to pub :-) and beach, dunes.

Reviewed by Fiona 5th November 2023

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Lovely holiday cottage in a good area on Holy Island. Ideal for walks from doorstep. Fantastic to be able to use an Aga on holiday so felt very much home from home.

Reviewed by Bernadette 29th October 2023

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Beautiful farmhouse in excellent location on Holy Island. The farmhouse is very spacious very well equipped. Very cosy & very homely. Plenty of bird life too. Certainly a place you should visit for the peace & tranquility

Reviewed by Richard 22nd October 2023

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Perfect location for walking and exploring g ghe islan. A great place in a storm. Comfortable and lacking nothing that you'd need.

Reviewed by Juliet And Martin 10th September 2023

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The house is lovely- so quiet- except for a cockerel that woke us each morning!!! Staying on the island was magical- especially when the day trippers have to go home!

Reviewed by Phillip 20th August 2023

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Fabulous location and great stay for those looking for an authentic farmhouse experience. We particularly enjoyed trying our hand at cooking with the Aga in the well equipped kitchen, and relaxing in the conservatory looking out over the large garden. The position is excellent, with an unobstructed view of the castle from the entrance to the propRead moreerty. The property is a short walk from the village, with the feel of a real get away BUT close enough to walk to the pubs, which sell excellent food. We would definitely stay there again. Hide

Reviewed by Mick 23rd July 2023

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Reviewed by N 9th July 2023

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