Cottage Locations :: Northumberland Coastal Retreats

Coastal Retreats cottages are located on the prime part of the Northumberland Coast between Alnwick and Berwick.

Newcastle airport 1 hour Edinburgh 1.5 hours

Newcastle upon Tyne 1 hour Nearest train stations Alnmouth, Berwick and Chathill

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Tughall Steads , near Newton-by-the-sea

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This hamlet is a real gem. Set back 1/4 mile from the main road, between Beadnell and Newton-by-the-Sea, the18th century stone buildings of this organic coastal farm have been carefully restored and renovated over recent years. The result is a characterful collection of holiday properties of varying sizes, with sweeping countryside views, yet only minutes from some of Northumberland's most stunning beaches.

Down a country lane, with no through traffic, the cottages are ideally placed for those wanting to soak up the tranquility of the countryside, with this hamlet making an ideal safe haven for children. Most of our properties have their own private gardens - Moo House, The Croft and The House even have their own Games Rooms. All properties can take advantage of the communal grassy areas and the multitude of walks available from the doorstep.

Each of the cottages here has its own character, reflecting the styles of the individual owners but all bear the Coastal Retreats luxury 5 star trademark offering contemporary designer furnishings, stylish interiors and all the facilities you would expect from our premier cottage collection, plus some extras which perhaps you wouldn't...

We have 10 properties here at Tughall Steads. ..

Moo House sleeps 10/12, The Granary, next door, sleeps 8, The Hemmel

sleeps 5,next door High Mill sleeps 9, The Croft sleeps 6 and Garden Cottage and Cowslip nearby can accommodate 4/6 guests each with nearby The Forge sleeping a couple. The Well House and The Wood Store each sleeps 6.

Any of these cottages can be booked together to accommodate large groups of up to 50+ guests plus cots.

The set up at Tughall has attracted a variety of guests - so far we have welcomed family reunion parties, small personalised business conferences, small weddings, golfing groups and several girls' 'pamper weekends' where guests have taken advantage of our guest membership to the nearby Ocean Leisure Club.

For a larger scale downloadable version of this plan of Tughall properties CLICK HERE

If you happen to look on google earth, please don't be disheartened by the image. It dates back to March 2007 when the building works were still being carried out with all sorts of materials and farm machinery strewn about! It bears no resemblance to the current site. What's more, the apparent 'airstrip' shown nearby was last used in 1948.

Nearest Pub : Joiners Arms, High Newton, Newton-by-the-sea (2 miles)

Nearest Shop : The Village Store, Beadnell (2 miles)

Nearest Beaches : Newton-by-the-sea, Beadnell, Embleton

Nearest Castles : Dunstanburgh, Bamburgh (5 miles)

Nearest Supermarket : Seahouses -Co op ( 3 miles) Alnwick - Sainsburys and Morrisons ( 7 miles)

Beadnell and area

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Beadnell’s popularity must surely be down to its fabulous bay of golden sand and huge dunes which delights children, birdwatchers, divers and watersports enthusiasts alike. But add to that its old stone limekilns, its small harbour with a pier great for fishing and its attractive village centre with a shop, post office, sailing club, St Ebba’s church and two pubs and it’s no wonder this village is so popular with visitors.

The small country lanes surrounding the village make it ideal for walkers and cyclists and just a mile inland lies the farm hamlet of Swinhoe where you will find Nook End and Driftwood, our very first Coastal Retreats properties. Only a mile or two from there you will find Tughall Steads , home of a number of our other cottages.

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Craster, Embleton and area

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Craster owes its name to the Craster family with records dating back to 1272. This charming yet quirky fishing village, characterised by small stone cottages overlooking the tiny harbour, is today best known for its kippers, iconic castle and art. The smokery still cures fish in the traditional oak-smoked way, Mick Oxley has his new gallery here and the walk from the village to the dramatic ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle is one of those 'walks you must do before you die' and is popular with walkers even in the heights of winter. These same walkers can be found later taking liquid refreshment in the ocean perched Jolly Fisherman pub and beer garden.

A mile or two up the coast is Embleton, a pretty village whose history dates back beyond medieval times but is more recently known for its superb Dunstanburgh Castle golf course, the gastro menu at the Sportsman's Inn and the superb beach. Quiet and unspoilt, there are a number of heritage trails which have been created for visitors around this area and Embleton beach is used all year round by walkers, kite surfers, photographers and picnicking families.

Top world renowned walks

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Seahouses and Bamburgh area

These well known villages stand directly on this heritage coastline within two miles of each other.

Bamburgh ’s spectacular castle dominates the skyline and towers over the traditional village with cricket club, excellent pubs and eateries, shops, church and the new Grace Darling museum. The castle stands guard over the miles of unspoilt sand which attracts beach lovers from all around but never seems to get crowded!

Ross Sands, a spectacular beach used by naturists and ship wreck hunters is even quieter and the views over Budle Bay and towards Holy Island are simply breathtaking.

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From Bamburgh, the sand dunes lead south to Seahouses , a lively fishing village centred around the harbour activity but with excellent beaches and rockpools in either direction. It is colourful and bustling with shops to browse, fishing boats to watch and a choice of establishments for eating, drinking and amusement. From here, boats run to nearby Holy Island and offer fishing trips and nature interest trips to the bird and seal colonies of the Farne Islands. The Olde Ship Hotel, Swallow Fish and Coxons ice cream are a must!

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