About Bank Top Cottage

Bank Top Cottage is a ground floor property in Northumberland with a private hot tub and access to a shared heated swimming pool. Located near Embleton, the cottage sits on North Farm with stunning sea views towards Dunstanburgh Castle.

The area offers peaceful countryside with direct walking routes to Craster and Lower Newton. Embleton Beach lies within a mile. You can spot wildlife including chickens and lambs on the farm. The location provides easy access to Northumberland's coast and countryside.

This property sleeps guests in comfortable bedrooms across ground floor accommodation. The cottage includes a wood burner, well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine and Smart TV. Outside you'll find the hot tub with sea and castle views plus off-road parking for two cars.

Dunstanburgh Castle sits 1.5 miles away (5 minutes). Alnwick Castle is 8 miles away (15 minutes). Bamburgh Castle lies 10 miles away (20 minutes). Farne Islands boat trips depart from Seahouses 12 miles away (22 minutes).

Bank Top Cottage suits families and couples wanting coastal walks and relaxation. The combination of hot tub, pool access and coastal location makes this an excellent Northumberland base.

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Need To Know

✓Lpg central heating with woodburner
✓Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, smart tv, cd/radio, wifi, selection of books, games and dvds
✓Fuel, power and starter pack for wood burner, if you require more logs these will need to be purchased independently, please bring your own matches
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Cot and highchair on request
✓Ev charger onsite
✓Off road parking for 1 car, plus parking for 1 further car on-site
✓Front patio with furniture and hot tub
✓Sorry, no pets and no smoking
✓Shop and pub 1 mile
✓Shared children's play area on cottage complex
✓Note: beach is accessed via owner's land
✓Note: the swimming pool is available for all guests staying in our 13 cottages and 4 apartments, guests must go to the pool entrance area to sign up for the swimming slots they would like to use, using their property name, each stay is allocated a number of slots, 7 night stay - 5 slots, 5 night stay - 3 slots,3 night stay - 2 slots, the same time slot is not available to each property each day, swimming pool bookings cannot be made in advance of your stay, and your time slot includes access to the changing rooms

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Bank Top Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Bank Top Cottage during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Northumberland's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Dunstanburgh Castle

Distance: 1.5 miles

NE66 3TT

Alnwick Castle

Distance: 8 miles

NE66 1NQ

Bamburgh Castle

Distance: 10 miles

NE69 7DF

Embleton Beach

Distance: 1 mile

NE66 3XQ

Craster Village Walk

Distance: 2 miles

NE66 3TR

Newton-by-the-Sea

Distance: 1.5 miles

NE66 3EA

Craster Farm Shop

Distance: 2 miles

NE66 3TR

Alnwick Town Centre

Distance: 8 miles

NE66 1UX

Seahouses Shops

Distance: 12 miles

NE68 7SR

Seahouses Harbour

Distance: 12 miles

NE68 7RQ

Alnwick Garden

Distance: 8 miles

NE66 1YU

Howick Hall Gardens

Distance: 3 miles

NE66 3LB

Dunstanburgh Castle

Distance: 1.5 miles

NE66 3TT

Alnwick Castle

Distance: 8 miles

NE66 1NQ

Bamburgh Castle

Distance: 10 miles

NE69 7DF

Embleton Beach

Distance: 1 mile

NE66 3XQ

Craster Village Walk

Distance: 2 miles

NE66 3TR

Newton-by-the-Sea

Distance: 1.5 miles

NE66 3EA

Craster Farm Shop

Distance: 2 miles

NE66 3TR

Alnwick Town Centre

Distance: 8 miles

NE66 1UX

Seahouses Shops

Distance: 12 miles

NE68 7SR

Seahouses Harbour

Distance: 12 miles

NE68 7RQ

Alnwick Garden

Distance: 8 miles

NE66 1YU

Howick Hall Gardens

Distance: 3 miles

NE66 3LB

Is Bank Top Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Children enjoy the shared heated swimming pool with allocated time slots. The farm setting includes chickens and lambs to watch. A field is available for cricket and football. The cottage provides a cot and highchair. Embleton Beach sits within walking distance. Toys are available at the property. Nearby attractions include Alnwick Castle and its famous treehouse.

For Couples

The private hot tub offers sea and castle views for romantic evenings. Ground floor accommodation provides easy living. The peaceful location ensures quiet relaxation. Wood burner creates cosy nights in. Coastal walks to Craster and Newton-by-the-Sea start from the cottage. The swimming pool adds luxury. Stunning countryside and coastal views surround the property throughout your stay.

Pet Friendly

Bank Top Cottage does not accept pets. The property operates a strict no-pets policy. If you're travelling with dogs you'll need to find alternative accommodation in the area. The farm setting includes animals but guest pets cannot stay. This policy applies to all bookings regardless of pet size or type.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Bank Top Cottage

The Dunstanburgh Castle Hotel

Located 1 mile from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 3UN

The Joiners Arms Craster

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 3TR

The Cottage Inn Newton

Located 1.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 3DZ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Bank Top Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes, Bank Top Cottage has a private hot tub with sea and castle views. The hot tub is emptied and cleaned on Fridays between November and April, so may be unavailable on your last day if departing before the Friday clean.

Is it pet friendly?

No, Bank Top Cottage does not accept pets. The property operates a no-pets policy.

What sleeping arrangements does Bank Top Cottage offer?

The cottage provides ground floor bedroom accommodation sleeping multiple guests in comfortable beds. All bedrooms are located on the ground floor for easy access.

Can I use the swimming pool?

Yes, you have access to a shared heated swimming pool. You must sign up on site and book slots in advance (7-night stays get 5 slots, 5-night stays get 3 slots, 3-night stays get 2 slots).

What arrival and departure times apply?

Check-in is at 4:00 PM on Saturdays only. Check-out is at 9:30 AM, also on Saturdays as the cottage operates week-long Saturday-to-Saturday bookings only.

Is parking available at the cottage?

Yes, off-road parking for two cars is provided. Caravans, motorhomes and commercial vehicles cannot park outside but alternative parking opposite the properties costs £20 with CCTV coverage by prior arrangement.

What's included in the cottage?

Fuel, power, bed linen, towels and a starter pack for the wood burner are all included. The welcome pack contains bread, milk, butter, orange juice and biscuits.

What kitchen equipment is provided?

The kitchen includes an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Cleaning products, cookware and utensils are supplied along with basics for your arrival.

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Bank Top Cottage Reviews

Outstanding! Beautiful cottage, immaculately clean, comfortable, warm, with lovely furnishings. Superb sea views, quiet and peaceful. The private hot tub and individual booked slots to use the swimming pool made it an exceptional holiday. The direct path to the beach led to great coastal walks, and Embleton is an ideal base for exploring the region. Overall, one of the best cottages we have visited in the last 15 years, and we would love to return perfect in every way!

Judith

Thank you so much the appointment was so nice my son and I had a wonderful time we had not been to that part of the country before we will be Back next year if all goes well Please pass on to the owners how nice it was and how much we appreciate the comfort it gave us. Yours. Judith and Robert Bell. Wakefield

Nichola

Absolutely loved our stay here. ..again!!! There is nothing that we would change. Fantastic!!!!

A lovely peaceful place with excellent facilities. This was our 3rd visit. We will be back

Fantastic holiday and weather. The North Farm sitecomplex was immaculate, and Bank Top cottage in which we stayed for the week was first class offering everything and more we could wish for. Exceptional bonus was the swimming pool and of course the hot tub, both of which we made very good use of. Great location, accommodation and holiday was enjoyed by all.

We really enjoyed our stay the cottage was lovely and warm the welcome gifts were a lovely treat we love the butter and the biscuits . My one suggestion would be to have mirror in the swimming pool changing room. We would come back again.

It is a truly beautiful cottage in an amazing location. Close to the beach and within walking distance of the local hotelpub serving very good food. There is also a farm shop serving lovely fresh bread etc. We enjoyed our stay so much we have booked to return next year! For a quiet location and beautiful places to visit this site is a first class location in the beautiful Northumberland countryside.

Nichola

Absolutely loved our time here so much so we booked up again for next year. Awesome

This was a lovely cottage in a superb location with a great hot tub. We had a wonderful stay enhanced by the fabulous weather! We really appreciated the welcome pack and the supplies of tea, milk and oj. We felt that it would have been better to have had salt and pepper as basic condiments provided. If I was to be picky I would say that the curtains need to be black out ones as during the summer months it is very light and difficult to sleep. As the cottage is for 4 people it would better to have 2 sets of cutlery and crockery for each person to make best use of the dishwasher. There was one white wine glass missing from the inventory when we arrived.

Andrea

The cottage we stopped in bank top was amazing very clean well maintained the ... The cottage we stopped in bank top was amazing very clean well maintained the views were amazing hot tub was well maintained and the views from it was beautiful the cottage itself was furnished out with care making it feel like you was home and not a holiday cottage I would fully recommend this place I will definitely be returning again the best thing is your handy for all the main resorts to vist

The cottage was amazing, when we arrived it was immaculate and there were added extras such as milk, orange juice, biscuits, bread and butter. The kitchen was kitted out with everything you need including cleaning products. The bedrooms were spacious and comfortable but if I had to be picky I was disappointed there wasn't a dressing table but it really wasn't a big deal. The views from the hot tub were breathtaking, the hot tub itself was well maintained. There was access to the private swimming pool with a well managed rota, it was clean and warm. Whether you are wanting a walking holiday, relaxation or a big family get together I would highly recommend.

Steven

Another excellent stay in one of your properties . Cottage very well equipped, everything was provided along with an excellent welcome pack , very much appreciated . Beautiful views from the front door down to the sea , a very comfortable stay , would highly recommend.

Michael

We really enjoy the cottage an facilites our only thing is all holiday cottages have very soft mattresses which is not good for anyone. The sofas look nice but not very comfortable for us.

This is the second time we have stayed at Bank Top. . ideal location with views to the sea with the owner making it easy access to the beach and the village.. Hot tub maintained to a high standard and the pool is the icing on the cake also maintained to a high standard lovely welcome pack. We had grandchildren visit us and the few toys went down a treat we will be staying at Bank Top again

The property was absolutely immaculate and spotless with everything you would need. The views were stunning from every window. Sitting in the hot tub felt luxurious with the breathtaking views of the fields, sea and castle and was again spotless. Loved the chickens...they were very friendly! Thank you for leaving the bread, butter, milk and juice...it was a lovely touch. Have already booked for next year! Can't wait to come back! Thank you for a wonderful stay.

Beautiful location to explore what Northumberland has to offer. Expertly cleaned, swimming pool was a bonus and views were stunning.

This was our third stay at Bank Top and the best yet. The cottage was pristine on arrival, and it was a lovely touch to have bread, milk etc there for us. Hot tub has the best view ever?, and was great to keep warm in as we rotated through the shower postswim. Had great games of cricket and football on the field, and enjoyed the easy access walks to Craster and Lower Newton. Just what was needed for us all, so thank you. Were already planning our return!

Just had a lovely stay in Bank Top cottage, Cant really fault it spotless and everything you want in a holiday cottage. . path to Embleton was great as it kept you away from the road Our hot tub was well maintained and the swimming pool was the icing on the cake.. One small niggle a smart TV would be good.

We stayed at Bank Top north farm cottages it was a beautiful location with unspoilt views, spotless, spacious, peaceful and quiet, lovely walks all around the area, would definitely return!

Bank tip provided a lovely base for our stay in Northumberland. The hot tub and pool were a big hit with the whole family. The only thing we missed was a smart tv in the evening. In this day and age, access to YouTube and other streaming service cues is essential for the younger people. This small addition would have perfected what is an excellent the property for us.

Michael

Extremely pleased with accommodation, facilities and presentation at Christmas.

Great Holiday. Cottage superb. Views beautiful. Mattress replaced to main bed. Slept much better. Negatives. No Pizza cutter or baking tray. Matches? Remember to bring your own . to light log fire. Mattress cover kept sliding off ! Main Bed. Confusion over Hot Tub. Next door Still using on Friday ,instructions indicated not to use??? Due to cleaning. Needs clarifying.

Our 4th stay at North Farm and the third at Bank Top Cottage. It's perfect for us. The location , views, amenities, everything is spot on. The cottage itself is spotless, comfortable, peaceful. This time we arrived to find some basic supplies bread, milk etc which was lovely. Sitting in the hot tub with the sea and the castle in view is brilliant. The chickens are a delight, and use of the pool is a great benefit. Food nearby at Dunstanburgh Castle Hotel, or the Joiners Arms, The Ship , all within walking distance and all excellent . Slightly further but reachable on a longer walk is the Jolly Fisherman at Craster. We've booked again . We can't think of a time when we won't return. If you are unsure I guarantee a walk on the stunning beach will see you returning to the cottage and placing a deposit for your next visit. If there was anything to change it would be to upgrade the TV to a smart TV, the DVDs are good but nowadays streaming is so much easier.

I think to label North Farm as luxury is quite a stretch. It is basic but clean. There were no matches, and only enough logs for one nights fire, there are no extra blankets for cooler nights, one toilet roll, not even a single washing machine tablet, no leaflets on things to do or see in the area, and my biggest annoyance is the crazy loud fridge, shattering the peace day in, day out. Definitely not luxury. Not having use of the hot tub on your last day is extremely disappointing. Sours what should be your last day of relaxation. The location is excellent. The cleanliness couldn't be faulted. But due to the factors listed, I'm not sure that we would return which is a shame because as mentioned, the location is great. I do also worry what impact the large building currently going up on site will have on the overall tranquility of the place.

Fabulous place to stay, clean , everything we needed, great information pack.

Cherene

Absolutely beautiful cottage and perfectly situated. Just a few things that might make the stay more comfortable for future guests. The tap in the kitchen drips constantly after use and the double bed could use a new mattress. Other than that, we could not fault our stay. The walk down to the beach was beautiful. We would love to come back in the future.

Great place to stay. Very quite , good beaches close by.

Lesley

Really lovely cottages in a beautiful part of the country. Loved the pool and the traffic free walk to the beach

The mattress in the main bedroom wasn't very good, the worst we have seen and despite the luxury tag there was no welcome pack and the essentials were a minimum. The TV was tiny and it was annoying that we didn't use the hot tub as requested by owners for cleaning but it wasn't cleaned till the next day so we could have enjoyed the last night in our hot tub. The pool booking idea was lovely and the cottage itself was fantastic.

We loved the stay and the facilities for children were really fantastic but there were a couple of small things we felt could be improved. The curtains were very thin causing the kids to wake up very early black out blinds would be a great improvement. Also we found the quilts very thick for summer and would have liked some thinner sheets or blankets to be available. Also I think description of the walk to the beach was a little misleading as it was about 40 minutes with children and a little too far for them

Cottage location and facilities were excellent

Had an amazing time at North Farm, the facilities were brilliant, the location stunning, couldn't recommended it highly enough. Only tiny niggle was that the sofa cushions kept coming off, which was more annoying than it sounds, but couldn't fault anything else.

Anonymous

Absolutely Superb. Views were excellent. Animals Lambs kept us in laughter with their antics. Will certainly go back again.

Excellent booking service. The cottage is very well equipped and in a stunning location. Easy walk to the beach and castle. The cottage, swimming pool and changing rooms are immaculately clean The only downside to this cottage is that there is a chicken shed outside the twin bedroom and the Cockerels crow constantly from dawn, not what you want on holiday!.

Stuart

Lovely cottage and fantastic views, would highly reccomend anyone to visit!

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Bank Top Cottage, Embleton

About Bank Top Cottage

Need To Know

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Bank Top Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Is Bank Top Cottage Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Dunstanburgh Castle Hotel

The Joiners Arms Craster

The Cottage Inn Newton

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Bank Top Cottage Reviews