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Whinstones at 4 The Villas, Embleton

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Northumberland » Embleton
Sleeps up to 10
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3

Whinstones at 4 The Villas is a five-bedroom Edwardian holiday cottage in Embleton, Northumberland. This exceptional property sleeps 10 guests and offers stunning uninterrupted sea views from every room except the twin. Perfect for large groups, it features off-road parking for three cars and multiple social spaces including a sitting room, snug and kitchen-diner.

Located just 0. 5 miles from Embleton Beach, this coastal retreat sits in a peaceful village setting.

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About Whinstones at 4 The Villas

Whinstones at 4 The Villas is a five-bedroom Edwardian holiday cottage in Embleton, Northumberland. This exceptional property sleeps 10 guests and offers stunning uninterrupted sea views from every room except the twin. Perfect for large groups, it features off-road parking for three cars and multiple social spaces including a sitting room, snug and kitchen-diner.

Located just 0.5 miles from Embleton Beach, this coastal retreat sits in a peaceful village setting. The multi-level garden provides outdoor space with lawn and patio areas, whilst the nearby coastline offers dramatic castle ruins and sandy beaches.

The accommodation includes a super-king en-suite, king-size room, twin room, family room with king-size bed plus double sofa bed and adjoining playroom and a double en-suite. Three bathrooms serve the property including two en-suites and a family bathroom. Entertainment facilities include Xbox, Nintendo Wii, table tennis and extensive DVD collection.

Groups can explore Dunstanburgh Castle (walking distance), Alnwick Castle (7 miles, 15 minutes), Craster village (3 miles, 8 minutes) and Bamburgh Castle (12 miles, 20 minutes). The village pub and local hotel are just 0.2 miles away.

This luxury home-from-home combines Edwardian elegance with modern facilities. Whinstones at 4 The Villas suits multi-generational families and friend groups seeking coastal adventures with comfortable accommodation and spectacular sea views.

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Whinstones at 4 The Villas

Stunning Sea Views

Uninterrupted sea views from every room except the twin bedroom create a spectacular coastal backdrop.

Spacious Family Layout

Five bedrooms and multiple social spaces provide ample room for large groups to spread out comfortably.

Entertainment for All Ages

Xbox, Nintendo Wii, table tennis and extensive DVD collection keep everyone entertained during downtime.

Perfect Beach Location

Just 0.5 miles from Embleton Beach with easy walking access to stunning Northumberland coastline.

Well-Equipped Kitchen

Range cooker, dishwasher and full appliances make catering for ten guests straightforward and enjoyable.

Excellent Parking

Off-road parking for three cars eliminates parking worries for larger groups visiting together.

Getting To Whinstones at 4 The Villas

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Whinstones at 4 The Villas by car, take the A1 north and exit at Alnwick. Follow the B1340 towards Embleton village. The cottage is easily accessible with convenient off-road parking for three cars upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Alnmouth, approximately 12 miles away from the accommodation. From there, it's a scenic journey through Northumberland countryside to your coastal retreat.

Off-road parking for three cars
Alnmouth station (12 miles)
Easily accessible from the A1 via Alnwick

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Dunstanburgh Castle
Distance: Walking distance
NE66 3TT
Alnwick Castle
Distance: 7 miles
NE66 1NQ
Bamburgh Castle
Distance: 12 miles
NE69 7DF
Embleton Beach
Distance: 0.5 miles
NE66 3XQ
Craster Coastal Path
Distance: 3 miles
NE66 3TR
Newton Pool Nature Reserve
Distance: 2 miles
NE66 3EL
Alnwick Town Centre
Distance: 7 miles
NE66 1TN
Seahouses Shops
Distance: 8 miles
NE68 7RD
Craster Village Shop
Distance: 3 miles
NE66 3TR
Embleton Village
Distance: 0.2 miles
NE66 3UN
Craster Harbour
Distance: 3 miles
NE66 3TR
Seahouses Harbour
Distance: 8 miles
NE68 7RD
Dunstanburgh Castle
Distance: Walking distance
NE66 3TT
Alnwick Castle
Distance: 7 miles
NE66 1NQ
Bamburgh Castle
Distance: 12 miles
NE69 7DF
Embleton Beach
Distance: 0.5 miles
NE66 3XQ
Craster Coastal Path
Distance: 3 miles
NE66 3TR
Newton Pool Nature Reserve
Distance: 2 miles
NE66 3EL
Alnwick Town Centre
Distance: 7 miles
NE66 1TN
Seahouses Shops
Distance: 8 miles
NE68 7RD
Craster Village Shop
Distance: 3 miles
NE66 3TR
Embleton Village
Distance: 0.2 miles
NE66 3UN
Craster Harbour
Distance: 3 miles
NE66 3TR
Seahouses Harbour
Distance: 8 miles
NE68 7RD

Is Whinstones at 4 The Villas Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families
The family room includes a double sofa bed and adjoining playroom specifically designed for children. Entertainment includes Xbox, Nintendo Wii, table tennis and extensive board games collection. The multi-level garden provides safe outdoor play space, whilst Embleton Beach is just 0.5 miles away for seaside fun.
Groups Will Love...
The property excels for groups with its multiple social spaces including sitting room with surround-sound speakers, separate snug with Smart TV and spacious kitchen-diner. Entertainment facilities include Xbox, Nintendo Wii, table tennis, huge DVD collection and board games ensuring everyone stays entertained regardless of weather conditions.
Pet Friendly
Up to two dogs are welcome but must remain on the ground floor only due to property restrictions. The multi-level garden offers lawn and patio areas for pets to exercise and relax. Embleton Beach is just 0.5 miles away providing excellent dog walking opportunities along the Northumberland coast.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Whinstones at 4 The Villas

The Greys Inn

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 3UN

The Jolly Fisherman

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 3TR

The Copper Kettle

Located 7 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE66 1TN

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Whinstones at 4 The Villas

How many people does Whinstones at 4 The Villas sleep?
The property sleeps 10 guests across five bedrooms including a family room with sofa bed. The accommodation includes two en-suite rooms and a family bathroom for convenience.
Is the property pet friendly?
Yes, up to two dogs are welcome but must stay on the ground floor only. The property has a multi-level garden with lawn and patio areas for pets to enjoy.
What entertainment facilities are available?
The sitting room features Xbox, Nintendo Wii, Sky TV and surround-sound speakers. The snug offers a huge DVD collection, board games and additional Smart TV for quieter activities.
How far is the beach from the cottage?
Embleton Beach is just 0.5 miles away, making it an easy walk for all ages. The coastal location provides direct access to Northumberland's stunning sandy beaches and dramatic castle ruins.
What cooking facilities are provided?
The kitchen-diner includes a range cooker with double electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine. The fully equipped kitchen easily caters for large groups with ample workspace and storage.
Are there shops and restaurants nearby?
The village pub and local hotel are 0.2 miles away for dining options. Larger shops and restaurants are available in Alnwick, just 7 miles away with a 15-minute drive.
What parking is available?
Off-road parking for three cars is provided, perfect for larger groups travelling together. The parking area offers convenient access to the property entrance with just 8 steps up.
What are the main nearby attractions?
Dunstanburgh Castle is within walking distance, whilst Alnwick Castle is 7 miles away. Craster village with its famous kippers is 3 miles away and Bamburgh Castle is 12 miles distant.

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Whinstones at 4 The Villas Reviews

Barbara
A beautiful roomy house with amazing views.
Patricia
Wonderful house beautiful location for beach. The house was so comfortable and well equipped to make a family holiday special. The owners were very helpful. Would highly tecommend.
Yvonne
Great house for a large family gathering which included babies and toddlers. Short and safe walk to the beach which was particularly blustery for our week in May. Very helpful and approachable owners who were also flexible with check in and any question we had. Would recommend
Whinstones is an extremely comfortable, very well equipped holiday home that has everything you could possibly need plus wonderful views across Embleton Bay. We had a lovely holiday and would definitely recommend Whinstones as a place to stay!
We have just returned from a fabulous week staying at Whinstones. The property and location were amazing and we appreciated the contact and hospitality of the owners Bridget and Justin. We are a family of nine over three generations and the house was perfect for us all. Lots of space but also really cosy. We have booked again for 2027 unfortunately the dates we wanted in 2026 were already taken.
Claire
A lovely property. In a stunning location. Really appreciated that we could use such a wide range of the owners personal items.. in kitchen, DVDs, games, books etc and that guests are trusted to do so. Only criticism is of Sykes, not the property or owners who were so helpful and accommodating... it would make such a difference if it was possible to speak to someone at the agency post booking only online 'communication' is not a substitute!
A really welllocated home from home with spectacular views to the Northumbrian coast. A particularly wellequipped kitchen was an ideal shared space for our group with two sitting rooms providing quiet space when needed.
Thank you for everything which made our stay both delightful and memorable. We could not have wished for anything more. A wonderful time had by all. I
We loved our stay, this is one of the best if not the best! houses we've stayed in. I can't think of a single thing that was missing from the house. It was also superclean, which is no mean feat with a house this big! We loved being so close to the beach, lovely walk up to the Ship Inn at Low Newton. Bridget and Justin were very friendly and helpful, thanks so much.
Beautiful home, clean, well equipped and ideal for our large family. Perfect location to explore Northumberlands beaches, castles and parks. Thank you.
Giselle
The only thing wed have liked is a separate shower ie not en suite but this was the most well equipped, comfortable and nicest large holiday homes weve stayed in! Thank you Bridget.
The property was well equipped and extremely comfortable. A credit to the owners and we wouldnt think twice about returning if we had a full family get together in the future
We had a lovely family holiday and our two grandsons always wanted to go back to the Big House as they liked it so much. The house had everything we needed for a fantastic family holiday and the views were just amazing. The location is excellent and I would highly recommend the property for large family groups or for celebrating special occasions.
Very comfortable, Very clean and extremely well equipped, both inside and outside of the property, Great views. A complete hit with our family.
We had a wonderful family holiday, perhaps the best holiday accommodation we have stayed in. As previously mentioned, a shower in the first floor bathroom would complete it, but this is under consideration. Situation, facilities and house layout all first rate, highly recommended.
Super house in a fantastic location Owners were very friendly Instructions within property were very clear Loads of communal space which was very comfortable Great big kitchen with all equipment you would need Lovely garden furniture Embleton is a beautiful part of the coast Only one little drawback 2 en suites and 1 bathroom the family bathroom has no shower. Organising showers in the morning takes a little planning but ok once we sorted this Definitely would come again
Wonderful! Fabulous views, easy walk to the beach and Dunstanburgh castle, places to eat and a handy shop! The house was plenty big enough and more for UK and NZ residents6 2 children!! Christmas trees in the house was lovely touch for new year and we needed nothing except a bit more wood for the lovely fires
Had a fabulous stay at this beautiful property. We loved the sea views and proximity to the beach. The house was very spacious and well equipped with everything we needed. Thank you for helping to make a memorable family get together.
Angela
Fabulous property, well appointed, comfortable and so handy for the beach, and local amenities. Angie
Lovely large house in the most amazing setting. Very clean and comfortable with everything you could need for a short or long stay. Kitchen really well equipped and beds very comfortable with good linens. Easy walk to beach from the house and to pub, shop, golf club! Really great location. We had an issue with the dishwasher whilst there but the owners were aware and came to sort for us during our stay. The only downside was the showers situation... only two showers and these were in ensuites, one of which was really very small. It would have been hugely beneficial to have a shower in the main bathroom as we all ended up sharing two showers. Maybe something to consider for the future. All in all though, very enjoyable holiday in a lovely house in a beautiful part of the country.
Carole
This is the best holiday home we have ever booked. The location is excellent just a short walk to the beach and close to Alnwick, Bamburgh etc,. The house was so well equipped even down to the wet suits and body boards which our younger family members loved. The owners are incredibly helpful and not at all intrusive. We had a variety of ages plus 2 dogs and everyone loved their time there. We've had withdrawal symptoms since we came home! Highly recommend. Thank you Justin and Bridget.
Linton
We stayed here in late August with families with young children. The pictures did not do the place justice, it is a huge property and so well equipped. And an ideal location to set off on coastal walks. The kitchen was full of all the essentials. Having sky sports and Netflix in the lounge room went down well, and there were enough wetsuits and boogie boards for us all to use. Very clean and well kept, Bridget and her husband were super friendly and helpful. However, the views down to the sea are not highlighted enough. Really spectacular. The walk down to the beach is about 20 mins, but really is worth it. Also perfect for running. I ran along the beach up to the ship inn and back along the the coastal path each morning about 5K. It is a short 5 min walk into Embleton where there is a decent village shop with a deli, while the restaurant in the nearby Dunstanburgh Castle Hotel is superb. Couldnt recommend enough book ahead. Local pub also friendly and good selection of local ales. Would also recommend the nearby pizza place Embers a short 5 min drive away. In short, this place is a gem. We shall be back. Linton London
Rebecca
We had a great family stay at this property. The location and views are stunning. The property was spotless everything was extremely well looked after, and it was so well equipped, its clear its a well loved home that owners do stay in for part of the year, so definitely had a personal feel. Only minor issue we had was with the dishwasher but owner is aware and trying to sort it. I think its worth mentioning that there are two showers in the property both in the ensuites, the family bathroom only has a bath. The property sleeps 10 so access to showers if you have people that like to sleep in might be an issue for some. We wouldnt hesitate to recommend this property and hope to return its lovely.
The family had a brilliant week, thank you.
Victoria
Lovely property in a beautiful location
We had an amazing Easter holiday at Whinstones. We were two families 4 adults 4 kids and 2 dogs and everyone loved it. The house is beautiful and very spacious. It is well equipped with everything you could need including even wet suits to borrow for anyone braving the sea! The views from the house are simply stunning. It is well situated in the village where there is a a shop and pub and a hotel with restaurant if you wanted to eat out and walk back. The walks from the house either way along the coast were fantastic, again with pubs and seafood if a rest was needed. The golf course was also enjoyed and easy to access. We really enjoyed our stay and would very much recommend to others.
We had a delightful week. Thank you
A wonderful home and much bigger than we expected we all had a great time there and enjoyed the views , walks to the beach and just generally relaxing.
Andrew
We had a great time and liked the property a lot. And we'd go back and recommend it to friends. So all good on the big stuff. What we think could have been made clearer in the listing is that really this is a holiday let where you're staying in someone's own primary residence that they've vacated to allow you to stay. This wasn't a problem for us but it does mean it's a particular type of experience more friendly and homely but not quite as high standards of cleanliness, or consistency of furnishings some top quality, others less so etc as you might get elsewhere or expect. Final thought the listing really underplays the proximity and quality of Embleton beach and the fact that there are several great gastro pubs within 15 minutes drive.
Michelle
Fantastic property. Superb views. Lovely off road walk down to beach needs to be emphasised as this is a real USP. It is about 1m to beach as opposed to 0.1m as listed in description. A great combination of large house in peaceful village where you can walk to pub,hotel and small shop in under 5 minutes and to sand in 15. Something for everyone. No hesitation in recommending this property for both staying local or exploring further afield. Lovely coastal walks from doorstep to legendary pubs are a must. Would love to go back.
Just quite simply the best. Stunning views & plenty of space for everyone. Our family loved the stay, whether it was lazing in the lounge with a book or prepping meals together in the well appointed kitchen. Fun was had by all. Don't even dwell on it, just book it. It's quality
A beautiful holiday home in perfect surroundings. The home is so well equipped and beautifully clean. The views are stunning. A perfect place for a large family.
Victoria
Exceeded expectations with extremely comfortable beds, excellent facilities and a perfect location.
We had a wonderful stay here with friends. This is a very comfortable house, all the facilities you need and more, very much a luxury home from home feel plenty of family friendly space for all to enjoy, and the kids loved the top floor with space for play together. The garden has comfy garden furniture and bbq. Great to be able to walk to the beach, three pubs & nice playground within walking distance. Would definitely recommend and stay there again.
Sharon
We had a fabulous stay here. A lovely homely family house that allowed us as two families with young children to enjoy our time away together. Lots to do locally and the house is extremely well set up with all you could possibly need! Very friendly and helpful owners and we will definitely be back!
Elaine
A beautiful spacious well equipped family home. 15 mins walk from the beach. The owners were on hand and very helpful. Thank you.
Alison
Great house in a fantastic position. It was perfect for our family holiday Spacious, well apportioned and with sea views from most rooms. We loved it!
Andrea
This is a beautiful property and the best house we have stayed in Outstanding Cannot recommend it enough
Charles
An excellent location with fine views of the sea and castle ruins a short walk away. Ideal as dog friendly. Owners very helpful they have put a great deal of thought into providing facilities for this spacious Edwardian style house to a higher standard of wellequipped comfort than anticipated, including sheltered garden at the back with easy to use BBQ plus table tennis.
Richard
Fantastic place for a large family stay,could not have asked for more. Thank you
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