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The Old Gardener's

Dunstan, near Craster, Northumberland
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Beautifully renovated 19th-century cottage with gorgeous interiors
  • Delightful country cottage-style kitchen and cosy wood burner in the lounge
  • Tranquil suntrap garden for enjoying the fresh air

Property code: OC-566780

Overlooking wide-open countryside that’s just waiting to be explored by man’s best friend, this decadent period cottage provides the perfect base for a dog-friendly, adventure-filled break. The property boasts not one but two sunny outdoor spaces, each enclosed and presenting a great option for sitting out and letting Fido bask in the warmth of the sun. For colder weather stays, take a seat in the quaint conservatory and watch as life passes by with your pup gently snoozing at your heel. Laid out over three storeys, this quintessentially English accommodation choice boasts three bedrooms hosting six guests and two favoured four-pawed pals.

A truly cheerful space, this property is flooded with light and decorated in bright, neutral tones to accentuate the natural lighting. Wooden floorboards in the lounge and a tiled kitchen welcome you on the ground floor, a joy to behold for wet pups with muddy paws returning home after a long walk. Prepare to curl up on a plush sofa or armchair in the living room whilst Fido warms their fur in front of the wood burner. For drifting off into a peaceful sleep, three bedrooms, a king-size with an en-suite, a twin and a double, can be found laid out across the first and second floors, each as inviting as the last.

Set tails wagging with adventures all along the coast, discovering unforgettable scenery along Northumberland’s heritage coast path or following the easy Dunstanburgh Castle Walk (1 mile) route up to the mighty seafront fortress (2 miles). Whilst a small, sandy beach sits nearby in Craster (1 mile), larger dogs who require plenty of space for exercise will adore a trip up to Embleton Bay (3 miles) and the chance to bound after tennis balls and splash in the sea.

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size with en-suite, 1 twin, 1 double (sloped ceilings)
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 1 with a roll-top bath, separate walk-in shower and WC
  • Cooker and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine, washer/dryer
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Wood burner with a starter pack of logs
  • Smart TV
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • 2 enclosed gardens, front and rear, with outside seating
  • Small conservatory with seating
  • Off-street parking for 1 car outside the cottage (additional cars can park in the nearby Cottage Inn car park by prior arrangement)
  • Shop 1 mile, pub 0.1 miles, beach 1 mile
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Laura Watts

This property is personally managed by Laura.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 19 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Deborah 18th April 2026

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Travelled a lot in many great places but this cottage has such a magical feeling of home. It has everything you could ask for and we adore staying there. Love the styling and decor.

Reviewed by Susan 11th April 2026

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A really lovely cottage in a perfect location. So much thought has gone into making a holiday here a real joy. The Easter decorations and treats were a lovely surprise, thank you!

Reviewed by Josephine 18th October 2025

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We loved the cottage - it felt more like a home than a holiday let and the location is great.

Reviewed by Anne-Marie 12th October 2025

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A fabulous cottage for many reasons. The location is ideal, a fifteen minute walk along safe paths into Craster ( excellent food at The Jolly Fisherman). From there you can join the coastal paths for wonderful walks in either direction. The Arches and Eleanor's Byre for cake, coffee and gifts. Not forgetting the woodfire pizza! The cottage was warRead morem, comfortable and really clean. Plenty of wood for the woodburner for cosy evenings. The large family bathroom and ensuite were lovely. Kitchen had everything you needed and an excellent welcome pack awaits your arrival. We just needed to briefly communicate with owner Anne and she was quick to reply, helpful and friendly. We hope to return next year. Hide

Reviewed by Helen 4th October 2025

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A beautiful location and easily accessible to coastal walks. Cottage was very well equipped and spotlessly clean. Good pubs nearby for food. Four days was not long enough.

Reviewed by Carol 30th September 2025

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Really enjoyed our stay. The cottage is beautiful with large rooms and lots of light. Really appreciated the seating areas in the conservatory and small porch. The (gravel) garden is quite small but secure to let the dogs out and there is a footpath directly from the garden out towards the countryside (dogs on leads due to livestock). The local puRead moreb is a stone's throw away, does good food and we didnt hear any noise at all from the property. They also let us park our second car in their car park. The local area is quiet and absolutely beautiful but there are lots of amenities within a short distance. Would definitely come back! Hide

Reviewed by Polly 26th August 2025

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Beautiful cottage. Beautiful location wonderful welcome box sooo enjoyed our stay

Reviewed by Penny 24th August 2025

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We loved every minute of our stay! Old Gardeners is a beautiful cottage , very tastefully decorated, well equipped, very comfy and in a superb position . 10 minute stroll into lovely Craster -with the walk to Dunstanburgh Castle an absolute must! Fantastic base for exploring such a stunning county . Recommended without a doubt.

Reviewed by Christine Ann 26th July 2025

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Comfortable in all respects. Good location

Reviewed by Elizabeth 21st June 2025

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A lovely and comfortable cottage in a great location, very easy to visit the local area and further afield, would visit again

Reviewed by Carol 7th June 2025

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Reviewed by John 19th April 2025

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Lovely stay and this was complimented by some nice gifts ( flowers and chocolates etc)

Reviewed by Tina 9th November 2024

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The cottage is fabulous in a fantastic location, although the gardens are small they are adequate for dogs and well fenced. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend the cottage.

Reviewed by Ian 23rd September 2024

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Lovely cottage , well equipped. Comfy

Reviewed by Gillian 14th September 2024

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Reviewed by Diane 7th September 2024

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Great cottage in a peaceful location, perfect for walking to the beach with the dogs & short drives to visit other places.

Reviewed by Alison 14th August 2024

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We had a lovely stay, great access to the costal path and craster. Such a peaceful village, the Cottage Inn is really handy and does takeaway pizza too. Was a great base to explore lots of northumbria.

Reviewed by Andrea 6th July 2024

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Old Gardener's Cottage is a superb place to stay. Really nicely furnished and decorated and in a brilliant location. Enjoyed the sunny conservatory. Short walk to the coast and Craster, pub on doorstep and garden centre cafe not far away. Couldn't ask for much more.

Reviewed by Jan 29th June 2024

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I would rate this as a 3 star property - not 4. Its fairly basic with some nice touches.

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