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Armstrong 8, Bamburgh

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4.5
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Northumberland » Bamburgh
Sleeps up to 4
Bedrooms: 2

Armstrong 8 is a ground-level two-bedroom holiday home in Bamburgh, Northumberland. This expertly updated Armstrong Cottage sits just one mile from the famous Bamburgh Castle and 500 metres from the beach. The property features coastal styling and comes with complimentary extras including toys and games for families.

Bamburgh was once the royal capital of ancient Northumbria. The area offers direct beach access and stunning coastal walks. Seahouses lies less than 4 miles south, providing harbour trips to the Farne Islands.

The accommodation sleeps four guests across two bedrooms. The first bedroom has a king-size bed with an en-suite bathroom.

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About Armstrong 8

Armstrong 8 is a ground-level two-bedroom holiday home in Bamburgh, Northumberland. This expertly updated Armstrong Cottage sits just one mile from the famous Bamburgh Castle and 500 metres from the beach. The property features coastal styling and comes with complimentary extras including toys and games for families.

Bamburgh was once the royal capital of ancient Northumbria. The area offers direct beach access and stunning coastal walks. Seahouses lies less than 4 miles south, providing harbour trips to the Farne Islands.

The accommodation sleeps four guests across two bedrooms. The first bedroom has a king-size bed with an en-suite bathroom. The second bedroom offers twin beds that convert to a king-size on request with an en-suite shower room. The open-plan kitchen features an electric Aga, Nespresso coffee maker and dishwasher. A wood burner warms the living area. Netflix comes on the TV.

Bamburgh Castle (1 mile, 3 minutes) dominates the coastline. Seahouses Harbour (3.8 miles, 8 minutes) runs boat trips. Lindisfarne (15 miles, 25 minutes) offers tidal island exploration. Alnwick Castle (16 miles, 28 minutes) features film location tours.

Armstrong 8 suits families and couples wanting coastal access with castle views. The ground-level layout and enclosed garden make it practical for small dogs and young children.

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Armstrong 8 Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Armstrong 8 during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Northumberland's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Bamburgh Castle
Distance: 1 mile
NE69 7DF
Farne Islands Boat Trips
Distance: 3.8 miles
NE68 7SR
Lindisfarne Priory
Distance: 15 miles
TD15 2RX
Bamburgh Beach Coastal Path
Distance: 500 metres
NE69 7BS
St Aidan's Dunes Nature Reserve
Distance: 2 miles
NE69 7BT
Ross Back Sands
Distance: 4 miles
NE68 7TS
Waren Mill Farm Shop
Distance: 3.5 miles
NE70 7EE
Seahouses Village Shops
Distance: 3.8 miles
NE68 7SR
Alnwick Market Place
Distance: 16 miles
NE66 1TN
Bamburgh Pavilion
Distance: 0.8 miles
NE69 7BS
Seahouses Harbour
Distance: 3.8 miles
NE68 7RQ
Beadnell Bay
Distance: 6 miles
NE67 5BX
Bamburgh Castle
Distance: 1 mile
NE69 7DF
Farne Islands Boat Trips
Distance: 3.8 miles
NE68 7SR
Lindisfarne Priory
Distance: 15 miles
TD15 2RX
Bamburgh Beach Coastal Path
Distance: 500 metres
NE69 7BS
St Aidan's Dunes Nature Reserve
Distance: 2 miles
NE69 7BT
Ross Back Sands
Distance: 4 miles
NE68 7TS
Waren Mill Farm Shop
Distance: 3.5 miles
NE70 7EE
Seahouses Village Shops
Distance: 3.8 miles
NE68 7SR
Alnwick Market Place
Distance: 16 miles
NE66 1TN
Bamburgh Pavilion
Distance: 0.8 miles
NE69 7BS
Seahouses Harbour
Distance: 3.8 miles
NE68 7RQ
Beadnell Bay
Distance: 6 miles
NE67 5BX

Is Armstrong 8 Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Armstrong 8 provides complimentary toys and games for children. The enclosed garden offers safe outdoor play space. A highchair and travel cot are available on request. The ground-level layout means no stairs to worry about. Bamburgh Beach sits 500 metres away for sandcastle building and rock pooling. The wood burner creates a cosy atmosphere for family evenings after beach adventures.
For Couples
This cottage offers coastal romance with Bamburgh Castle views just one mile away. The wood burner creates intimate evenings after beach walks. Both bedrooms feature en-suite facilities for privacy. The twin room converts to a king-size bed on request. Netflix provides entertainment. The enclosed garden offers private outdoor space. Seahouses restaurants and harbour walks sit less than 4 miles south.
Pet Friendly
Armstrong 8 welcomes one small to medium dog based on Kennel Club regulations. The enclosed private garden provides secure outdoor space for your pet to explore safely. Bamburgh Beach sits just 500 metres away for morning and evening dog walks on the sand. Coastal paths offer extended walking routes. Additional charges apply for bringing your pet along on holiday.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Armstrong 8

The Copper Kettle Tea Rooms

Located 0.9 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE69 7BP

The Lord Crewe Hotel

Located 0.8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE69 7BL

The Olde Ship Inn

Located 3.8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE68 7RD

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Armstrong 8

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Armstrong 8 does not have a hot tub. The property focuses on coastal location and beach access instead.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, one small to medium dog is welcome based on Kennel Club regulations. The enclosed garden provides safe outdoor space for your pet.
How many people does Armstrong 8 sleep?
The cottage sleeps four guests across two bedrooms. Both bedrooms have en-suite facilities and the twin room converts to a king-size on request.
What cooking facilities are available?
The kitchen includes an electric Aga, microwave, Nespresso coffee maker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer. All cookware and utensils are provided for self-catering.
Is there parking at the property?
One private parking space is included. Additional on-street visitor parking is available nearby for extra vehicles.
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in starts from 16:00 onwards on arrival day. Check-out must be completed before 10:00 on departure day.
Are towels and linen provided?
Yes, all bed linen and towels are included. Extra towels are available on request for an additional charge but you must bring your own beach towels.
How far is Armstrong 8 from Bamburgh Castle?
The cottage is one mile from Bamburgh Castle, approximately a 3-minute drive. You can also walk there along the coastal path in about 20 minutes.

Armstrong 8 Reviews

Helen
A few minor repairs needed. Also a teapot, please! But we loved the cottage, thanks so much.
Peter
Overall a fantastic cottage in a great location to Bamburgh and the wonderful beaches. The accommodation had everything you needed for self catering. Super comfortable bed.
Gary
Fantastic cottage in a beautiful location. Cottage had everything you needed and more, felt like home.
Fiona
We had a great short break at Armstrong 8, the cottage was well equipped with lovely welcome basket, the beds were super comfy and cottage was lovely and warm.
David
The cottage is nicely decorated and equipped but we found it very cold.
William
Gorgeous Armstrong cottages no 8! Beautifully presented with all high end equipment in a perfect location to visit Bamburgh and Seahouses with the beach a few yards away , Perfect cosy retreat .
Abigail
The location could not be bettered, such a cute and comfortable cottageâ?¦ and the comfort of the beds is out of this world! So pleased we booked this cottage for half term - I would heartily recommend it.
Neela
Absolutely perfect.
Emma
A beautifully decorated and equipped house in a wonderful location across from the beach. Very warm with lots of hot water and great pressure showers. Well equipped and great to have the logs and fire laid for us. Welcome basket very welcome.
Julia
The location could not be bettered. Itâ??s beautiful and so peaceful The property is very well equipped and the beds are very comfortable. We had a great stay
Michael
A pretty cottage that would be good in sunny weather. We had bad weather and didn't find the cottage comfy for long periods of use.
Rachel
Perfect location. A lovely place to stay- house beautifully decorated and had everything we needed for a long weekend
Michelle
Absolutely amazing stay. Cottage is so well designed. So much thought (and expense) has gone into making this cottage the most perfect cottage to rent in Bamburgh. Location, location, location - perfect. Loved everything about it. Absolutely perfect. Thank you x
Yvonne
Gorgeous cottage well equipped for all our needs, excellent location for the dunes and the beach. You can see the castle from the front garden plenty of parking one spot in front of the cottage with others just across the road, a very quiet spot for a relaxing holiday.
Lisa
A beautiful cottage designed to a high standard . We hired bikes for 2 days and were able to keep them in the garage opposite the cottage which was great. Perfect location for the beach literally 5minutes walk over the road and onto the Sand dunes Just 10 minutes walk into Bamburgh too. Everything was tastefully done and very clean . We will definitely be back .
B
Disappointed there was no welcome pack (Bread, milk etc) as there had been in previous years. This is a really nice extra touch. Extractor fan in bathroom not working. Coffee machine very temperamental. Otherwise we really enjoyed our stay. The above are not complaints just feedback.
Sarah
Had a lovely stay, great location
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