Lovely cottage in a good location. It sleeps 6 comfortably and is very well kitted out. Additional touches such as a welcome pack of tea, coffee, milk and biscuits as well as a Christmas gift and a Ch... See more
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Lovely cottage in a beautiful village. Very clean accommodation, cosy beds & a great garden for Bonnie our springer spaniel to run around in. We played board games every evening so the large table... See more
3rd stay at the Arches. As always spotlessly clean and comfortable, short of nothing you need. There was an issue with the heating on arrival but our hosts had already identified it and had it sorte... See more
The arches always impeccably clean. It has very comfortable beds, beautifully furnished and loads of crockery etc. We like to return every year. This year had a lovely surprise with beautiful tas... See more
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Our award-winning cottages provide the perfect base to explore to stunning county of Northumberland. With fully equiped kitchens, high-speed WiFi, and furnished to the highest standard, we're sure you'll want to re-book as soon as you leave.
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The Arches is great!
I cannot recomend The Arches highly enough. It is very well positioned, the accomodation is imaculate and has everything needed for a great holiday. We appreciated the lovely Christmas decorations, and enjoyed our Christmas break very much.
December 30, 2021
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Reply from Smallburn Cottages
Hi Barbara,
We're so pleased you enjoyed your Christmas break. Christmas in Northumberland is a very special place to be. We'd be delighted to welcome you again in the future and wish you all the best for 2022.
Jack
The house is beautiful a true home from…
The house is beautiful a true home from home. Lovely furnishings and exceptionally clean. It's position in the village is great for either just staying local and walking and relaxing or visiting other places of interest. Will definitely recommend and return.
December 4, 2021
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Reply from Smallburn Cottages
Hi Helen,
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're so please you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
Best wishes,
Jack
Great accommodation in a convenient location
Lynecroft is a very well appointed bungalow which suited our family of 5 adults, a toddler and 2 dogs perfectly. The location is great for visiting many nearby local beaches and some excellent places to enjoy the local cuisine. Highly recommended!
November 14, 2021
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Reply from Smallburn Cottages
Hi Janette,
5 adults, a toddler and a dog really is what Lynecroft was always designed to accommodate with space to spare. I'm so pleased therefore that it was the perfect place from which to base yourselves. Thank you for your review. We'd be delighted to welcome you again in the future.
Best wishes,
Jack
Amazing stay once again
Absolutely the most comfortable house I have ever stayed in .This is our second visit to The Arches and I will certainly be returning again .My Mum and Dad had a fabulous stay and My Dad said he did not want to leave 😊
The layout of the house is fabulous and love the fact there is three bathrooms .Private space for all the family .Its also very well cared for and super clean and cosy warm.
Will be returning again next year .
November 9, 2021
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Reply from Smallburn Cottages
Catherine, Thanks so much for your review. We're so pleased you and your family enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you again next year!
The Arches, Newton by the Sea
The Arches is the best holiday cottage we have ever stopped in. Perfect location for fabulous beaches, castles and walks. Lovely quiet village. Accommodation finished to a very high standard.
August 22, 2021
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Reply from Smallburn Cottages
Praise indeed! Thank you so much for this review. We're so pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
Our very best wishes,
Jack, Maureen and the rest of the team.
Super holiday cottage in outstanding coastal location
The Arches is a first-class holiday cottage in a wonderful location on the Northumberland coast. There are two beautiful beaches (and two good pubs!) within easy walking distance and Newton-by-the-Sea makes a great base for exploring the region, with Alnwick (and the supermarket) only a twenty minute drive away.
The house itself is very well-equipped, especially in the kitchen - it is super clean, with comfortable beds, luxurious bathrooms and a fantastic space for eating outdoors when the sun shines (as it did for us). My truculent children appreciated the fast wi-fi and the big screen! We felt very well-looked after and that if we had had any problems (we didn't!) they would have been sorted quickly.
August 5, 2021
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Reply from Smallburn Cottages
Hi Jenny, Thank you so much for your review. I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future!
Fantastic cottage
Fantastic cottage. Immaculately clean, an amazing location and all the facilities you would need. We will be back!
July 17, 2021
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Reply from Smallburn Cottages
We're so please you enjoyed your stay, Anuj. We look forward to welcoming you again!
Very much enjoyed our stay at smallburn…
Very much enjoyed our stay at smallburn lynecroft. Kitchen was well equipped and whole house very clean and well done. Garden was lovely to sit in. Happy to recommend highly
Lindsey
July 12, 2021
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Reply from Smallburn Cottages
Hi Lindsey, I'm so pleased you enjoyed staying at Lynecroft. Thank you for your very kind review. Our very best wishes to you and your family.
This cottage was lovely
This cottage was lovely. Really clean and extremely well equipped. Close to the hotel for food and drink and it was a great walk to the beach which is beautiful. Cottage really well positioned for exploring the stunning area. We would certainly stay again!
May 30, 2021
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Outstanding property on the beautiful…
Outstanding property on the beautiful Northumbrian coast.
The cottage is extremely comfortable with a fabulous garden. I have no hesitation in recommending this cottage. I have already booked again.
David
May 18, 2021
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Reply from Smallburn Cottages
Hi David,
Thank you ever so much for this review and indeed for being the first review for us on TrustPilot. I'm delighted you enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you again in a couple of months.
Wish very best wishes,
Jack
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