Convenience, coastal proximity and peace: all await at The Rushes, an old farm cottage given a stylish makeover.
Relish relaxing, spacious interiors which are wonderful to return to after days of sightseeing or seaside pursuits
Keen to explore Northumberland’s Heritage Coast? The Rushes is so well-placed that two headline attractions – mighty Bamburgh Castle and the Farne Islands – are within easy striking distance. Yet this convenience still comes with a big dose of rural tranquillity.
This is one of three conjoined former labourers’ cottages (along with the equally-sized Lyme Grass and Wild Rye) set between pretty Bamburgh village and Seahouses, a lively harbour town. Just like its neighbours, The Rushes’ simple, unassuming façade makes its cheerful, natty interiors a surprise. You’ll find plenty of restful pastel hues, some stylish contemporary furniture, a clean-lined kitchen and, above all, an abundance of airy space.
The single-floor home includes a roomy lounge, with navy-blue sofas, patterned cushions and a wide fireplace whose log-burner provides toasty warmth whenever necessary. High vaulted ceilings top the open-plan kitchen and dining space, a bright base for leisurely breakfasts.
Of the three properties, only The Rushes boasts an en-suite master bedroom, rendering it especially romantic. There’s a tub in there, while the second chamber – able to be configured as a king-sized double or twin – abuts another bathroom containing a walk-in shower. Flower prints, pea-green walls and chunky chests of drawers decorate both.
Accessed via French windows from the lounge, that large garden looks seawards across farm fields where sheep often graze below haystacks. You can see Inner Farne’s white lighthouse, on the isle where St Cuthbert died, and a charcoal barbecue and outdoor furniture allow for memorable al-fresco dinners – or celebratory glasses of wine after days out.
In Bamburgh, excellent independent shops include a village butcher and The Pantry, a delicatessen able to prepare picnics or sandwiches for your day out. That might be to iconic Bamburgh Castle, set fair on a mighty basalt crag, or the namesake white-sand beach below it. It may be a visit to meet the Farne Islands’ puffins; boat tours sail from Seahouses. Or it could be an adventure to Lindisfarne, a little north, or kipper-producing Craster, slightly south.
GROUND FLOOR
Access porch with hanging rail.
Sitting room with two double sofas, chair, wood burner, Smart TV. Double doors open out to the patio and rear garden.
Fully equipped kitchen with an electric oven and ceramic hob, integrated fridge / freezer, microwave, slimline dishwasher and a washing machine. Dining area with table and chairs for four.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
There are two steps up from the kitchen which leads to the inner hall and bedrooms:
Bedroom one with zip and link beds which can be set up as a king size double or 2' 6" twins, as required. Side tables, chest of drawers, hooks with hanging space.
En suite bathroom with large walk-in shower, heated towel rail, basin and WC.
Bedroom two with king size bed, side tables, chest of drawers, hooks with hanging space.
En suite bathroom with bath and shower over, heated towel rail, basin and WC.
OUTSIDE
To the rear of the cottage is a large, fully enclosed lawned garden with patio, outdoor furniture and a charcoal barbecue (guests must supply their own charcoal).
PARKING
Guests can park in front of the cottage for unloading but there is otherwise two designated parking spaces for each property at the end of the row of the cottages.
The cottages sit on a working farm and the road is used by large farm vehicles therefore parking to the front of the cottages should be avoided.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING
For safety reasons, we do not permit electric vehicle or hybrid car charging at this property. If you’re travelling by EV, discover your nearest electric vehicle charging point here.
BABIES & CHILDREN
A travel cot and highchair can be provided on request.
Please note that the cottage sits next to a working farm so there will be associated farm traffic on the road and in the immediate area. Children should be closely supervised at all times. The garden to the rear is fully enclosed.
DOGS
Two dogs are welcome but they must be kept out of the bedrooms and off the furniture. The immediate area around the cottage is farmland with livestock therefore dogs should be closely supervised and kept on leads when out and about.
GUEST AMENITIES
Bed linen and towels are provided along with hand soaps and shower wash. A hairdryer is provided in each bedroom.
WI-FI & MOBILE COVERAGE
Wi-Fi is available but it is important to note that speeds are slow/intermittent in this area - around 3GB. Mobile reception can be variable depending on the network.
HEATING
Heating throughout the property, with a wood burning stove in the sitting room. An initial basket of logs is provided.
ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION
For guests looking to holiday together, this cottage can be booked alongside Lyme Grass New Shoreston and Wild Rye New Shoreston (both sleeping 4).
FARM AND ACCESS ROAD
The cottage sits next to a working farm so please be aware there will be associated farm traffic on the road and in the immediate area. The access road to the cottages is a minor road that leads onto the farm access road.
