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Pyg Pen Cottage - Quiet Rural Cottage

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Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Alnwick, ENG
  • Alnwick Garden
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Alnwick Castle
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Dunstanburgh Castle
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet

En-Suite

Toilet · Shower only

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Pyg Pen Cottage - Quiet Rural Cottage

This property is nestled in the lovely quiet village of Rock.

It has 3 bedrooms, 2 Kingsize and one with en-suite and a twin room.
Downstairs is a front lounge with a extra lounge/diner/kitchen open plan area at the back which leads on to the enclosed garden and patio area. Ideal for dogs as the garden is secure. It also has a separate utility room and downstairs toilet.

The cottage has private parking to the front. It has Wi-fi access and all the amenities for a relaxing stay in the gorgeous county of Northumberland. It's location is ideal, being close to the beautiful coastline and also only 15 minutes from Alnwick.

Bed linen and towels are provided. There is a washer/dryer, induction hob, double oven, microwave, 2 flat screen televisions and a wood burning stove for cosy winter nights.

Free welcome pack on arrival - full of local essentials.

Suitable for children with a high chair, baby gate, bathroom step and travel cot available for use.

Property manager

Rock Holiday Rentals
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets only allowed downstairs
Only Monday and Friday are Check in and check out days.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Alnwick

Located in Alnwick, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Notable landmarks in the area include Alnwick Castle and Bamburgh Castle. Lilidorei at The Alnwick Garden and Aln Valley Railway are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Rock, England

What's nearby

  • Alnwick Garden - 7 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Embleton Bay - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Alnwick Castle - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Dunstanburgh Castle - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Beadnell Bay - 12 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Chathill Station - 7 min drive
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alnwick Castle - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Alnwick Garden - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Dirty Bottles - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Treehouse Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Carlo's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pyg Pen Cottage - Quiet Rural Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pyg Pen Cottage - Quiet Rural Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pyg Pen Cottage - Quiet Rural Cottage ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pyg Pen Cottage - Quiet Rural Cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Embleton Tower, Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Club and Embleton Bay. Preston Tower and Northumberland Coast are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 162 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Anne M.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice property, disappointing cleanliness in parts
The experience would have been much better if the standard of cleaning on arrival has been as expected. Dog prints on floor, pet hair on sofas, dust on tile ledges & dirty fan in bathroom, waste remaining in bathroom bin from previous guests
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H.

Beautiful home in peaceful surrounds
This is simply a gorgeous home, in an idyllic location. Our family of five have had a lovely mid-week stay here, helped by a delicious welcome pack including cake and wine. The house is beautifully appointed, and is in a perfect location to navigate the Northumbrian coast, whilst enjoying absolute peace and quiet. Delightful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pyg Pen Cottage March 2025
Our third stay at this peaceful, clean and comfortable cottage. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short break
Brilliant property, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in peaceful setting
Spacious, well appointed cottage with large garden for toddler to run in. Plenty of crockery and utensils. Only issue was no safety gate but with 4 adults looking after him we managed without one. All thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Pyg Pen. Loved the location. Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Northumberland girls
Totally enjoyed our stay , have stayed numerous times before and know the area very well and will be returning
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage in a lovely area
We all enjoyed our stay in this exceptionally well equipped cottage. We went for my 70th birthday celebration with our family and 2 dogs and we were all very comfortable. The cottage is spotlessly clean and very spacious.We enjoyed all the local beaches, and a boat trip to the Farne islands. We also had a wonderful afternoon tea at the Rocking horse cafe and a delicious meal overlooking the sea at the Jolly fisherman in Craster.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cottage
A beautiful immaculately presented cottage, great location for exploring. Would thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another enjoyable stay
A beautifully located house. Well maintained, peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday weekend
Great property with lots of character, the house was equipped with everything you’d need for a holiday. Garden was lovely and perfectly safe for the pooches and we were lucky enogh to bbq and really enjoyed the outdoor space.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Lovely clean cottage in a good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pyg Pen July 2024
Many thanks to the owner for our second very happy stay here. My disabled elderly Mum in particular was delighted with the house’s amenities and comfort.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful weekend with Friends
Property was in a lovely, peaceful location with only the sound of nature in the background. Property was clean and tidy and ample for four adults and a dog. BBQ was a great asset given we arrived in beautiful weather after a long drive. We found the bedrooms to be a bit too warm for our liking but apart from that everything else was superb. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Pug pen cottage is located in a very tranquil quiet rural setting the accommodation is lovely and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Wonderful house and garden- perfect base for a week with our pup. Very clean, comfortable and cosy. Attractive, peaceful village. Had everything we needed. Amazing choice of beaches along the Northumberland coast within 20mins.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic property
We stayed at Pyg Pen cottage to attend our Goddaughter’s wedding at Newton Hall. Originally from the area we knew the location would be perfect. The cottage exceeded our expectations in every way. It is so well equipped with everything you could ever need. We absolutely loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duncan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet rural cottage
Our third visit to the cottage which again gave us the ideal base to relax and visit the beaches and historic sites of Northumberland.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another fantastic break
Our fourth stay at Pyg Pen. Clean, quiet, comfortable, a lovely garden and easy parking… we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Back for another stay
This is a lovely house that is well furnished/equipped and immaculately clean. The village is a great place, peaceful and very rural.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Return Visit
Excellent experience second time around. A property in a perfect location with perfect surroundings. I think we will be back a third time. The location is 15 minutes away from the coast in a quiet village setting. The property has all the features and amenities one would expect. Clean and well looked after. The welcome pack was appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
A fantastic property in a great location to explore the area. The house is just gorgeous with plenty of space. We enjoyed the open plan kitchen and living room space with the fire. The kitchen was well stocked with everything that is needed and the wine and cake left for us was greatly received. The bedrooms were great for our visit with everything being clean. Would definitely recommend and would come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
High quality in a rural location
As described and lived up to expectations. Spotlessly clean and linen / towels all of a high quality. A wonderful nights sleep . We were welcomed with some welcome goodies and had everything we needed. Beautiful location - really enjoyed the views and the nature. Close to beaches and Alnwick.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous visit
We are return visitors and enjoyed another fabulous break. The property itself is so welcoming, we felt at home straight away The welcome pack /gifts are also a lovely touch. We visited several beaches , only a short drive away. Highly recommend & I'm sure we will visit again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirstie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous cottage
We had a four night stay at Pyg Pen cottage and despite the weather had a restful stay in it’s beautiful surroundings. The cottage is very well equipped, warm and tastefully decorated. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

fay r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Stay
This was our second stay in Pyg Pen Cottage. I was pleased to find our second stay was as impressive as our first. The property is in a lovely location making travelling around very straightforward. Inside and outside the property is very well maintained and beautifully presented. There are lots of homely touches round the cottage giving it a very cosy and comfortable feel. The welcome gifts of a bottle of wine, delicious cake and bottle of milk in the fridge were very much appreciated and enjoyed. I would thoroughly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

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