Crabcake Cottage, a holiday let in the Northumberland fishing village of Craster, has earned repeated praise from families as an "excellent" base for exploring the coast. The three-bedroom property, which sleeps up to six guests and two dogs, offers sea views from nearly every window and is available from £889 for a seven-night stay on holidaycottages.co.uk.
Family-Friendly Features and Local Appeal
The cottage includes a wood burner in the lounge, a landscaped garden with a furnished decked area, and a children's play area. Craster, known globally for its smoked kippers, also offers a small sandy beach and views of Dunstanburgh Castle ruins. The village was named one of the UK's "most beautiful" by The Telegraph last year.
Located under an hour's drive from Newcastle, Craster is 15 minutes from Alnwick and within half an hour of Warkworth, Amble, Beadnell, Seahouses, and Bamburgh.
Guest Reviews Highlight Comfort and Location
One five-star reviewer said: "The cottage is excellent. Great standard and particularly good for families. The view across the sea from the sun lounge is terrific, and we would not hesitate to book again." Another praised the "superbly located gem of a cottage with sea views," adding, "We can't wait to visit Crabcake Cottage again soon."
A third visitor noted it is "very well appointed and excellent for children, with a child's bedroom, climbing frame in the back garden and near the Craster play area." Another family said: "We rarely visit cottages more than a couple of times but this has become a home from home for our family."
Nearby Alternatives and Practical Notes
For those preferring hotels, the Dunstanburgh Castle Inn in Embleton, a 10-minute drive away, offers 16 bedrooms and dining options. Craster Coastal Cabins provide glamping in luxury pods on a family-run farm.
The property description notes weak mobile phone signal and parking for only one car on the private driveway, with on-street parking available for additional vehicles.
