Absolute Perfection in Craster – A Spectacular Stay at Middlerigg!
We recently had the most incredible stay at Middlerigg, and we cannot recommend it highly enough. If you are looking for the perfect location in Northumberland, this is it. The house boasts a beautiful patio at the front where you can sit with a cup of tea or a glass of wine, taking in the stunning views of the sea, the harbour, and the walkers heading up to Dunstanburgh Castle. Parking is famously tricky in Craster, so the fact that the house comes with two parking spaces large enough for two large cars is a massive bonus!
Inside, the house is absolutely perfect and immaculately clean. It features three good-sized double bedrooms, all complete with their own en-suites, and the cotton bedding was incredibly comfortable. The kitchen is beautiful and well-stocked, and we were thrilled to find a lovely gift basket filled with local goodies waiting for us upon arrival. A major highlight for our family was what our girls affectionately dubbed the "secret living room"—a beautiful space where you can sit and watch the sea from the cosy comfort of the house.
If you need to stay connected, the Wi-Fi is brilliant. My husband had to work for a few days during our stay, and he said the connection was just as good as we have back home in the city centre. For downtime, there were plenty of board games to choose from, as well as a Smart TV, which was a lifesaver for catching the all-important football match. Just a stone's throw away from the house is The Jolly Fisherman, which is an absolute must for drinks in the beer garden overlooking the sea.
Middlerigg is incredibly well-situated for exploring the wider area. Craster makes an ideal base, offering easy access northwards to Bamburgh Castle, Seahouses, and Lindisfarne, and southwards towards Alnmouth and Amble. It’s also only half an hour from the brilliant Cragside (National Trust), which is a fantastic day out.
Communication with Catch the Breeze was exceptional from start to finish. They sent a highly helpful information sheet beforehand, and the property itself was stocked with a fantastic guest information folder.
We will 100% be returning and are currently looking at dates for next summer. Thank you for a truly lovely stay!
Kate from York ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
So good, we re-booked on our second day
We have stayed in many self-catering properties before, but this was without doubt the best. Comfortable, warm, clean and with absolutely everything you could possibly need. From a well equipped kitchen, to soft bath sheets and comfortable beds and furniture, we could not fault Middlerigg.
Personal touches were welcome as well. A variety of things in a welcome pack - butter, bread, milk, biscuits etc. And a couple of visits from Claire to check everything was OK was very reassuring.
And then there is the view - across the harbour to Dunstanburgh Castle and out to sea. We could sit all day watching the comings and goings and the rhythm of the village. Not to mention the Jolly Fisherman pub, Robinson's Kippery and shop and the Shoreline Cafe all just around the corner.
Barbara from Liverpool ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Exceptional
We all had the best ever holiday at Mill Farmhouse . The property is in an ideal location with plenty of walks easily accessible from there . Everything you could wish for in terms of equipment is provided and it was beautifully clean and furnished to a very high standard . In one word blissful ! We can’t wait to visit again . Thank you
Alison from Belper ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Fabulous holiday home
Harbourway is a beautifully situated holiday home in Craster . It is avery high spec home and everything is provided for a comfortable stay . There were 7 adults and a toddler and the spacious living areas meant everyone had plenty of time to relax and enjoy their holiday
Joanna from Nottingham ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️