Sleeps - 4 adults, 2 children    Bedrooms - 3  Bath/Shower rooms 2    Location - Craster 

From its elevated position above the small harbour of Craster village, this character cottage offers charm, style and the most breathtaking views of the rocky coastline, beaches and the captivating ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle

This stone cottage was formerly the salt and fish store for the nearby smokery, still famous today for it's traditional Craster Kippers. Craster, itself, is still a key player in the catching of crabs and lobsters on this coastline and the fruits of the fisherman's efforts are on sale in the local pub for all to enjoy.  The immense character and quirkiness of Harbourmaster's House will delight those looking for period holiday accommodation and its sense of luxury and style will please the most discerning comfort seeker.                            

Simple styling, using oak and leather furniture, white painted kitchen units and contemporary bathrooms, sits comfortably against the backdrop of original features and careful renovation which make this cottage stand out. The external patio/terrace for sitting and dining is the perfect place to watch the harbour activity and the changing sea from sunrise to sunset with the familiar outline of Dunstanborough Castle in the background.

The Harbour Master's House  joined the collection  this March 2008 and has just been awarded a 5 star grade from VisitBritain for 2008!

Accommodation

• Living room with open fire and large squashy corner leather sofa
• Galley Kitchen/dining area with integrated appliances
• 2 downstairs bedrooms - 1 double, 1 twin (suitable for children)
• Downstairs bathroom with freestanding bath and separate shower
• Upstairs Master bedroom with ensuite shower room
• Outside split level decked terrace with table and chairs for 4 people, BBQ and stunning views
• Private gate from the terrace giving access to the harbour below
• Parking for 1 car on the drive of the cottage. Two more spaces on the private road leading to the harbour just outside of the cottage

Special features and feel of this property

• The most impressive, far-reaching views from the kitchen/dining room and the Master bedroom
• Original beams, exposed stone work, original fire opening, slate flooring and other architectural features
• Village location - close to small shop, Tourist Information Centre, Jolly Fisherman pub and the famous Robsons Smokery
• Interesting artwork collection on display and within a few steps of local artist Mick Oxley's new art gallery and studio (opening this summer )
• Within site of the iconic landmark of Dunstanborough Castle
• Superb exterior decked terrace - ideal for summer dining and barbequing
• Featuring a sweet ground floor children's twin bedroom stuffed with 'children's stuff' and themed around castles and the sea, with castle building blocks, Fisher Price castles, knight and maiden costumes, pirates outfits and of course a buckets and spades for digging in the harbour and checking out the rock pools!
• The children's playground in the village is just a few minutes walk from the Harbour Master's House.
• Although no grassy garden here, there will be the opportunity of using a superb garden 'round the corner' later on this year. Details coming soon.

Recommendations

2 couples wanting a village location or 1 family. Please note that the twin bedroom is quite small and is more suitable for children and the living quarters more suitable for 4 than for 6 guests. Not ideal for toddlers as there is no garden,  but it is a superb place to stay for couples, families with older children, bird watchers, walkers and sea lovers.

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