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Middlerigg - a family friendly that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

Cottage in Alnwick with patio and fireplace

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Perched above the harbour on Haven Hill, Middlerigg offers a haven for friends and family. With its open-plan kitchen-diner looking out to the North Sea and spellbinding coastline, this homely yet elegant retreat boasts luxurious bedrooms with super king-size beds, ensuites with underfloor heating, Smart TV in the lounge downstairs and off-road parking for up to two cars.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Harbour view

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Middlerigg - a family friendly that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

Cottage in Alnwick with patio and fireplace
Laundry facilities and barbecues are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage boasts a fireplace and offers a washing machine and 3 bathrooms. Added amenities include a patio, a Smart TV and a dishwasher.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces. Rooms open to patios. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

572271

About the area

Located in Alnwick, this cottage is by the ocean. Notable landmarks in the area include Alnwick Castle and Bamburgh Castle. Lilidorei at The Alnwick Garden and Aln Valley Railway are also worth visiting. Visit our Alnwick travel guide
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Alnwick, Northumberland

What's nearby

  • The grounds of Lindisfarne Priory are beautiful (there is a charge to access the inside of the priory).
    Northumberland Coast
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sun rise shot the castle
    Embleton Bay
    9 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Roses of Alnwick Garden
    Alnwick Garden
    13 min drive - 14.1 km
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    Alnwick Castle
    16 min drive - 15.4 km
  • A castle with a very long history, going back to the vikings...This was my ancestral home when the vikings lived there around 900 AD
    Bamburgh Castle
    19 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

  • Alnwick Alnmouth Station
    17 min drive
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sanctuary at Alnwick Castle
    13 min drive
  • The Jolly Fisherman
    1 min walk
  • Dirty Bottles Inn
    13 min drive
  • Costa Coffee
    12 min drive
  • The Ship Inn
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Middlerigg - a family friendly that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Middlerigg - a family friendly that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Middlerigg - a family friendly that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Middlerigg - a family friendly that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms located?

Situated by the ocean, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Northumberland Coast, Dunstanburgh Castle and Embleton Bay. Howick Hall and Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Middlerigg - a family friendly that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Eddie T., Glasgow Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely proprty in a great location.

Despite awful weather we really enjoyed our stay. The view from the house is super. The house is very comfortable with everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

The Perfect Place

Middlerigg was the perfect place to spend a fabulous birthday weekend with lovely friends. The house & the location were absolutely beautiful &the pub next door was the cherry on the cake. Just brilliant.
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10/10 Excellent

A fantastic property

It is very comfortable property with so many consumables provided on arrival. Location and views are stunning
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent……again

Another wonderful stay at a fantastic property from Catch the Breeze (Middlerigg). Facilities and location are perfect. We are already planning our next visit to the area. The team were helpful from the booking of the cottage right up until the day we left.
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10/10 Excellent

Middlerigg is a truly beautiful property in a stunning location.

We had an amazing stay at Middlerigg. The location on the harbour is outstanding and everything in the house exudes quality. The house is incredibly well appointed and very comfortable. The views across the coastline to Dunstanburgh Castle are superb.
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

So good, we re-booked on our second day

We have stayed in many self-catering properties before, but this was without doubt the best. Comfortable, warm, clean and with absolutely everything you could possibly need. From a well equipped kitchen, to soft bath sheets and comfortable beds and furniture, we could not fault Middlerigg. Personal touches were welcome as well. A variety of things in a welcome pack - butter, bread, milk, biscuits etc. And a couple of visits from Claire to check everything was OK was very reassuring. And then there is the view - across the harbour to Dunstanburgh Castle and out to sea. We could sit all day watching the comings and goings and the rhythm of the village. Not to mention the Jolly Fisherman pub, Robinson's Kippery and shop and the Shoreline Cafe all just around the corner.
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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful place to stay

Cottage is stunning - even better than the website photos. Well designed and decorated and fitted out to high specification. Would definitely come back. We’ve stayed in some lovely places home and abroad but this is probably the best we’ve had - especially with that view and outside terrace.
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10/10 Excellent

A week in Craster

Fantastic property. We were very impressed with everything. The customer service was courteous and efficient. Thank you “Catch the breeze retreats” Would highly recommended
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10/10 Excellent

Loveliest house in Craster

Just back from our third stay at Middlerigg - in our opinion the loveliest house in Craster. The decor is comfortable and tasteful and the bathrooms are modern and spotlessly clean. We didn’t really use the kitchen as dining out in the area is fabulous, however it is spacious and extremely well equipped. The mezzanine room has the best view in the house although the views from all windows are stunning. Would recommend this house to anyone looking for a luxurious home from home in a stunning location
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10/10 Excellent

Middlerigg Excellent

In all aspects Middlerigg was brilliant .Location was superb. Condition, cleanliness and comfort around the property was excellent. The Welcome pack was lovely and much appreciated and little touches like hand wash at all the sinks, adequate dishwasher tablets, binbags etc were again appreciated. Separate handtowels in all bathrooms and generous amounts of toilet roll were also a great addition.. The staff were very helpful and we got a call to inform us that the cottage was ready a few hours before check in which was really helpful.
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8/10 Good

Terry B.

Fantastic location and beautiful holiday home.

Beautiful holiday home with lots of attention to detail with interior design and furnishings. Location is perfect on good days to explore the amazing Northumbrian coast line or just sit in the den and watch the sea on bad weather days. Some aspects of cleanliness disappointing.
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10/10 Excellent

Family holiday in Craster

Middlerigg was a superb property to stay in. It is so well equipped, relaxing and the beds so comfortable. The location ,overlooking Craster harbour, is amazing. We had lovely weather so we were able to sit outside on the patio and enjoy the outside space. Beautiful property. Comfortable and social lounge for evenings. Gorgeous showers. Everything perfect for us.
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Craster cracker

Beautiful decor and interior. Customer service was excellent and communication was very good. Kitchen was well appointed. Plenty of cutlery, crockery and pans etc Wonderfully warm - never run out of hot water etc. A superb property that was just perfect.
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Craster

Our stay at Middlerigg exceeded expectation. What a beautiful property with exceptional views across to Dunstanburgh Castle. Such a great place to base yourself for exploring the area. The property was cosy, comfortable and finished to an high standard. We couldn’t be happier watching daily life in the harbour and the waves crashing against the rocks. We loved it so much we have booked to come back next year.
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect Holiday Destination

What can I say about Middlerigg that will do it justice? The house is beautiful, positioned perfectly overlooking the harbour with a patio to sit on and watch the activities or just look at the scenery. Inside it has everything you could need and is homely and inviting, we arrived and felt settled immediately we unpacked. It is in a really pretty village on the beautiful Northumberland coast so you can enjoy the wildlife, views and the weather, we even saw dolphins. The staff at Catch the Breeze are great, friendly, helpful and couldn't do enough for us. The standards in the property are carried into all they do, excellent. Will definitely try to go back as soon as we can.
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8/10 Good

Paul A.

Stunning Views/Great Location

The House is in a perfect location in the heart of the Village, with a short walk to the Pub and the Smokery. Plenty of space and well laid out. We did find the Sitting Room a little cool, however I believe that is because Log Burner would normally be used, however we did not use it. Travelling with older people, a hand rail to the front door would have helped, and the seating in the Sitting Room was quite low - but we managed and had an excellent week and will return. The glass ceiling in the 2nd Sitting Room could do with a clean - I understand the location and weather will not help, however I would have said it has been a while since it was done - do not be put off - Thanks Catch the Breeze Retreats!
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10/10 Excellent

Reg R.

Just perfect

In over 40 years of self catering holidays I have never stayed in a better property than this. Fixtures and fittings are of the highest quality and so much thought has gone into providing anything you might possibly need for your holiday. The location, overlooking the harbour, is the best in the village. Recommended unreservedly. One cautionary note - parking two cars in the available space is a challenge.
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10/10 Excellent

The most wonderful birthday celebration!

We have just returned from the most fabulous week spent at Middlerigg whilst celebrating a special birthday with loved-ones. From the moment we set foot inside this outstanding property, we felt instantly at home. Nestled in the centre of Craster, Middlerigg provides stunning views of the harbour towards Dunstanburgh Castle and every care has been taken to ensure a most comfortable and enjoyable holiday. The rooms are beautifully decorated, immaculately clean, spacious and light, and there are views from every single window. We loved the kitchen area leading onto the patio, and the upstairs sitting area was an absolute joy - watching the weather over the harbour became an enjoyable daily routine! The house is really well equipped with everything you could possibly need, with high quality fittings, comfortable beds & sofas, plenty of hot water & even logs for the fire which made for cosy evenings when the sun had gone down. The location is perfect, with easy accessibility to all the local amenities and many places of interest in the surrounding area - with amazing walks from the door, and even a wonderful pub just a few steps away! Clare was so helpful and kind and we wouldn't hesitate in booking with 'Catch The Breeze' again. The week will linger long in our memories and we hope to return in the very near future.
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10/10 Excellent

A fantastic stay in a wonderful location.

An incredibly clean and well maintained holiday property with fantastic views across the harbour over to Dunstanburgh Castle. The view always gave us something to look at from the clouds formations over the castle to the boats entering and leaving the harbour. The house has plenty of defined spaces to enjoy, with a separate lounge plus the mezzanine floor over the kitchen which provided a lovely bright space for reading. The location right by the England coastal path provided great opportunities for walking both north to the castle and Embleton, and south where we discovered a secluded beach. There is no shortage of beaches or castles to visit within a short drive and we made good use of the 'things to do' guide included in the property, which provided excellent recommendations on places to eat as well as beaches. The only negative point is the parking which was pretty tight for two family sized cars. Other than that, a wonderful stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

Wonderful holiday home, in the most perfect of locations.

We love Middlerigg! Our second stay here and it gets better. It's location overlooking Craster harbour is unrivalled. A group of 5 including 2 children, the house itself is spacious amd finished to a very high standard. Every room has sea views with the stunning backdrop of Dunstanburgh Castle. The large kitchen diner is a particular highlight! We benefitted from lovely weather so could regularly sit on the patio area to eat or simply watch the world pass by and wait in anticipation for the potential of spotting dolphins! Craster is the perfect spot to explore Northumberland, and with great food and drink available at the Jolly Fisherman a mere 2 minutes away Middlerigg is the best located property in the village!
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10/10 Excellent

Absolutely Outstanding First Class

Middlerigg is an absolute beautiful property, extremely high standard throughout, its location is perfect just looking out over Craster Harbour, We will definitely be back it’s five stars from us ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

Fantastic Stay

Middlerigg had everything we needed. High quality accommodation and extremely clean. It was in a wonderful location with superb views along to the castle. A highlight was getting up early to watch the sunrise over the harbour. Booking and communication was great and Clare was so helpful and friendly. We enjoyed smoked fish from Craster, walks along the coast and trips to explore the spectacular coast, castles and Holy Island.
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8/10 Good

Probably the most uncomfortable settee we have ever say in.

We love Middlerig and this is our second visit. Catch the Breeze provide wonderful support when problems arise and we have no complaints there. The only issue with the property is the seating in the lounge and also in the mezzanine. Both of these rooms have seating which is desperately uncomfortable. Change that and the place would be perfect.
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10/10 Excellent

Home away from home

Second time at Middlerigg and our family absolutely love it! Will be coming back as soon as we can. Dream house, dream location and the perfect base for exploring Northumberland.
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10/10 Excellent

A get together

Loved the house, very tasteful and attractive and very well equipped. The view from the house is superb.