Title: Birdsong Cottage - North East Escapes Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Birdsong Cottage - North East Escapes Riverside holiday home with kitchen and fireplace ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107410000/107404900/107404844/43c69fd0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107410000/107404900/107404844/3a02e43c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107410000/107404900/107404844/2679c0f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107410000/107404900/107404844/9d424379.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107410000/107404900/107404844/50316679.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Consider a stay at Birdsong Cottage - North East Escapes and take advantage of golfing on-site, a garden and an arcade/games room. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 42153 sq ft ## Popular amenities ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Birdsong Cottage - North East Escapes THE PROPERTY OVERVIEW Professionally managed by North East Escapes, Birdsong Cottage is a brand new dog-friendly holiday cottage nestled in the serene hamlet of Spindlestone, just 10 minutes from Bamburgh. This beautiful Northumberland holiday cottage has been beautifully designed with high-quality finishes throughout. Birdsong Cottage has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and comfortably sleeps 4 guests. THE PROPERTY BREAKDOWN Ground floor: Living area – Comfortable seating, Log burner, Smart TV with Netflix. Open Plan Kitchen and dining area – Cooker, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, Nutribullet, hand-held blender, quartz dining table with space for all guests. Bedroom 2 – Twin beds, wardrobe space, bedside tables and lamps. Bathroom – Bath, overhead shower, toilet and washbasin. First Floor: Bedroom 1 – King Bed, walk-in wardrobe, bedside tables and lamps, Ensuite - Walk in Shower, toilet and sink Storage room - Washing machine and storage space Outdoors: Games room – With a pool table, table tennis, dart board, sofa and fridge (shared with Spindlestone House, Spindlestone Cottage and Babbling Burn Cottage). Garden – Shared with Babbling Burn Cottage with garden furniture and barbecue (the garden is not enclosed) Parking: Parking is available outside the property. THE PROPERTY DETAILS Birdsong Cottage is a modern stone-built holiday cottage sleeping 4 guests across 2 floors, with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. The property has been purposefully designed as a holiday home with no expense spared. The open-planned living area on the ground floor boasts a log burner, a quartz dining table, and a fully resourced kitchen. This holiday cottage is perfect for a small break with family and/or friends, but if your party is larger the cottage can also be booked alongside other properties on the site (Spindlestone House, Spindlestone Cottage or the adjoining Babbling Burn Cottage). As part of the Bamburgh First Collection the property also includes Netflix, a portable Bose Bluetooth speaker, easy lighting fire logs, and a box of games like Scrabble, Cluedo, and Monopoly. The owners also kindly supply a hand-selected welcome pack and a voucher for a pound of the famous Bamburgh Banger sausages (redeemable within the village). Guests can claim up to two free rounds (2x people for 1x round) of golf per property booked at Bamburgh Castle Golf Club and/or enjoy a free game of tennis on the village green beneath the castle, as well as access to additional leisure club facilities in the area. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat or planning a group celebration, the holiday cottages at Spindlestone offer an intimate and tranquil space to create lasting memories with friends and loved ones. THE LOCATION Closest Pub – 0.6 Miles Closest Shop – 2.8 Miles Closest Beach – 1 Miles Spindlestone House, is situated next to Waren Burn. Just a stones throw from the front door you will find the picturesque setting of the Burn flowing under the nearby Spindlestone bridge. This Northumberland holiday cottage is also only half a mile from the Budle Bay bird sanctuary and less than a 10-minute drive from the historic seaside village of Bamburgh. Here, the renowned Bamburgh Castle stands tall, casting its majestic shadow over the miles of sandy beaches that stretch to the north and the quaint village green to the west. Recently, for the 4th year in a row Bamburgh has earned the distinction crowned best seaside resort by consumer group Which?, receiving a 5 star rating for its beaches, seafront, peace and quiet, scenery and value for money.. Within the village, visitors are greeted by a charming array of shops, pubs, restaurants, tea houses, and cafes, as well as one of Britain’s most scenic golf clubs, where guests of Bamburgh First are granted the privilege of complimentary play when no competitions are taking place. A mere 20-minute drive away lies the market town of Alnwick, a historical gem boasting the iconic Alnwick Castle, the enchanting Alnwick Gardens, and the renowned Barter Books. Northward, a 25-minute journey takes you to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne, while the picturesque Cheviot Hills and the vast expanse of Northumberland National Park beckon just 20 minutes to the west. For those seeking maritime adventures, Seahouses, a gateway to boat trips to the Farne Islands, is a short 15-minute drive away. Venturing southward, the legendary Hadrian’s Wall can be reached in under two hours. A short excursion also unveils a tapestry of picturesque fishing towns dotting the coastline, including Craster, famed for its kippers, Newton by the Sea, Alnmouth, and Amble with its charming marina. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - On a river ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycles - Golf ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 2,153 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106080000/106077700/106077616/341ab93c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spindlestone Cottage - North East Escapes Bamburgh - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=106077616&PinnedHotelID=106077616&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76870000/76868200/76868154/8399b554.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Host & Stay | The Watchtower Waren Mill - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=76868154&PinnedHotelID=76868154&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106080000/106077700/106077606/b0dd1bf7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dairy Cottage - North East Escapes Bamburgh - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=106077606&PinnedHotelID=106077606&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33602800/33602773/fa79129d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Detached Cottage In Heart Of This Beautiful Harbour Village Seahouses - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill 9.6 Exceptional 43 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=33602773&PinnedHotelID=33602773&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33310000/33307600/33307571/022c67c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful detatched cottage situated within a small hamlet near Bamburgh. waren mill - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 90 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=33307571&PinnedHotelID=33307571&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107410000/107404900/107404832/1d47d2c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Babbling Burn Cottage - North East Escapes Bamburgh - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=107404832&PinnedHotelID=107404832&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19510000/19501200/19501115/w790h488x0y0-fabc7bb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy home for a peaceful getaway great for walkers and lovers of the outdoors Craster - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 19 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=19501115&PinnedHotelID=19501115&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110070000/110063200/110063158/82ba7620.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful seaside home, sea 400m, pub and coastal path. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 295142 ## About the area Located in Belford, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Bamburgh Castle and St Aidan's Church are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Seahouses Golf Club and Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Club. [Visit our Belford travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Belford.dx6084837) [View more Holiday homes in Belford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Belford-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6084837-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.59496%2C-1.76477&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DKklbMdnVuZqGfij4emIPUyBXbU=) Bamburgh, Northumberland ### What's nearby - Northumberland Coast - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - St Aidan's Church - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles - Bamburgh Castle - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles - Ross Back Sands Beach - 11 min drive - 4.4 miles - Lindisfarne Castle - 24 min drive - 18.5 miles ### Getting around - Berwick-Upon-Tweed Station - 22 min drive - Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 67 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Clock Tower Tea Room - ‬6 min drive - ‪Purdy Lodge - ‬6 min drive - ‪Bamburgh Castle Inn - ‬10 min drive - ‪Pilgrim's Coffee House - ‬18 min drive - ‪The Ship Inn - ‬18 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Birdsong Cottage - North East Escapes pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Birdsong Cottage - North East Escapes? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Birdsong Cottage - North East Escapes? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Birdsong Cottage - North East Escapes located? > This family-friendly Belford holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Northumberland Coast, RNLI Grace Darling Museum and St Aidan's Church. Bamburgh Beach and Bamburgh Castle are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Birdsong Cottage - North East Escapes Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer B. 29 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay Really nice cottage, couldn’t want for more. Games room was a big hit with my boys! ##### Jennifer B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Peter C. 26 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very nice property in a peaceful location. All amenities catered for, which made for an easy and pleasant stay. We had not realised on the listing that the games room was shared until we arrived at the property and found it was a shared facility amongst 3 properties on site, however it was not a problem and we could generally access it when we wanted. ##### Peter C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JEAN H. 9 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Birdsong Ckean, modern cottage with every facility you could want including comfy beds and great showers. The cottage is in a lovely tranquil settling of trees with the sound of a brook very close. Its convenient for all the popular places to visit. Bamburgh castle, Seahouses, Berwick and lots of loved local villages. The only small niggle i had was that we have stayed in many vrbo properties and generally found the hosts to be welcoming abd friendly. The hosts of this cottage seemed very efficient but a bit distant but perhaps thats the difference between individual hosts and a business host. ##### JEAN H. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo B. 21 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a wonderful week at the beautiful Birdsong Cottage (the perfect name for this accommodation). As a base for visiting the local area, the cottage was ideally located for accessing the coast and the A1. Furthermore, the addition of the games room was a much appreciated extra for our two teenagers. ##### Jo B. 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