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The cottage is only a minute’s walk up Haven Hill from Craster’s harbourfront, so you’re right in the heart of the village here, but the cottage is set back from the road, guaranteeing peace and quiet.
Driftwood is one of a cluster of similar cottages, most of which date from the late 1800s (in fact, it’s right next door to one of our other Craster properties, Harbourway).
Like the other cottages in the terrace, it’s pretty as a postcard. Step through the gate and walk up the garden path to the house, then enter the delightful open plan kitchen/dining/living room a beautifully designed space with deep sofas a window seat to view harbour life taking place, and a gorgeous stone fireplace, the hearth charred coal-black by a couple of centuries’ worth of open fires (thankfully, for ease of use, there’s a woodburner these days).
The room sets the decorative tone for the rest of the house: light walls, pine doors, wood effect porcelain floors and knick-knacks dotted around for character. The kitchen is compact but well equipped, with induction hob, electric oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave and a washer dryer. At the rear of the property, there is a further small stone seating area with a barbecue, ideal for summertime suppers.
Both bedrooms are upstairs, and furnished in our "Catch the Breeze" signature style; one has an en-suite shower room and there is also a further bathroom in between them. If it gets really chilly there is air source central heating throughout keeping the cottage toasty, but once the woodburner’s roaring away downstairs you more than likely won't need them.
Handily, there are two parking spaces – a rarity in Craster – and the cottage is in a super spot for exploring: Dunstanburgh Castle is just north along the coast, while southwards, the coast path leads to Cullernose Point. Don’t miss picking up some smoked fish from the harbourside curing sheds: a fresh kipper makes the ultimate Craster breakfast.
A well-behaved dog is welcome: all we also ask that they’re aged one or over.
Need to know
Interior Features
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Dishwasher
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Wood Burning Stove
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Washing Machine
External Features
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Patio
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Barbecue
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Off Road Parking
Children
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High Chair available
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Travel Cot available
Location
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Coastal Village
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Pub - within 1 mile
Key Features
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Internet
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Off-Road Parking
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Open Fire/Wood burner
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Location
Lying six miles northeast of Alnwick, the quiet village of Craster seems to tumble into the sea. Sandy and salty, it was an important fishing harbour in the 17th century. And it’s safe to say that seafood is still Craster’s raison d’ être. There’s a fish restaurant, and the fish shop boasts the best kippers in the world. In the early 20th century, 2,500 herring were smoked here daily, and the kippers produced here today grace some of the finest breakfast tables in the world, including the Queen’s. The Farne Islands, Holy Islands and Hadrian’s Wall are all within easy reach.
The Northumberland coast is a birdwatcher’s paradise. Stonehatches are common in the area and look out for wheatear and linnet. The carolling of the skylark overhead fills the fields between Craster and Cullernose. Little auks are occasional visitors when bad weather blows them south from their normal habitats. Snow buntings winter along the shoreline in small flocks, and heron, curlew and redshank reside all year round. The Northumberland Coast—designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty—is abundant with wildlife and is as wild and windswept as it is utterly spellbinding.
The Jolly Fisherman – 190 metres
Alnwick – 7 miles
Alnmouth Train Station – 8 miles
Dustanburgh Castle – 1.3 miles
Embleton Bay – 3 miles
Bamburgh Beach – 13 miles
What our guests say
Amazing retreat at Craster
This is our 4th visit to a Catch the Breeze property in Craster. Driftwood was just as amazing as the others and we had a wonderful week. Long walks along the coastal path and beaches. Lovely scenery the highlight perhaps was the Artic Tern nesting ground near Beadnell.
Amazing week thanks to Catch the Breeze again.
Alan from East KIlbride ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Home from Home in a lovely Craster Cottage
A lovely and very well appointed cottage next to the sea. Craster is a great location to stay, very quiet and relaxing with easy access to local walks and to other beautiful locations along the Northumberland coast.
Mr Thompson ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Outstanding Cottage in the heart of Craster
I spent weeks researching Northumberland coastal retreats so let me save you some time, book Driftwood! It is simply outstanding.
Firstly Craster is an idyllic seaside village perfectly located to explore the area, with amazing walks on your doorstep and The Jolly Fisherman pub is divine. One of our requisites is private parking and the cottage has two good spaces.
Driftwood is beautifully decorated with the highest quality furnishings and appliances. The cottage has everything you need, the kitchen is especially well equipped. We were unfortunately not blessed with the weather so we made good use of the woodburner and the cottage was such a sanctuary after very wet and windy trips out. I loved sitting in the window seat watching the huge waves crashing against the harbour wall.
I highly recommend Driftwood and Catch the Breeze retreats. Their attention to detail and customer care is exceptional.
Kelly from Southwater⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Fabulous return to Craster
Lovely return to Driftwood. So very comfortable and clean with everything we needed for in-house catering and a generous welcome pack, thank you.
Can recommend excellent meals at the Jolly Fisherman and outstanding wood fired pizza from Embers at Eleanor's Byre.
We'll be back!
Stella from Leeds ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A home from home
Driftwood does not feel like a holiday cottage. It's more like a home way from home and has everything you could possibly need for your stay.
It's always welcoming on arrival and hard to leave. Everyone at catch the breeze is warm and professional and easy to deal with.
Catch the breeze is now my default choice when I want a break.
Angela from Matlock ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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