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A room with a large window, a wicker basket, a white vase with flowers, and a hat on a bench.
A stone house with a bay window, a front door, and a small porch with a table and chairs.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a television, and a comfortable seating area.
A stone building with a small porch and a window with shutters.
A kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a refrigerator, and a clock on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4893 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Craster, Alnwick
  • Place, Northumberland Coast
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunstanburgh Castle
    ‪27 min walk‬
  • Place, Embleton Bay
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Alnwick

When you stay at this cottage in Alnwick, you'll be by the ocean, within a 15-minute drive of Northumberland Coast and Alnwick Castle. .This cottage is 12.6 mi (20.3 km) from Bamburgh Castle and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Dunstanburgh Castle.
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What's nearby

  • Northumberland Coast - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Embleton Bay - 13 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Alnwick Garden - 16 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Alnwick Castle - 19 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Bamburgh Castle - 23 min drive - 14.7 miles

Getting around

  • Alnwick Alnmouth Station - 21 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Jolly Fisherman - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sanctuary at Alnwick Castle - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Tanner's Arms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Ale Gate - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Efes Turkish Grill - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Driftwood - a pet friendly that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

The cottage is only a minute's walk up Haven Hill from Craster's harbourfront, so you're right in the heart of the village here, but the cottage is set back from the road, guaranteeing peace and quiet.

Driftwood is one of a cluster of similar cottages, most of which date from the late 1800s (in fact, it's right next door to one of our other Craster properties, Harbourway).

Like the other cottages in the terrace, it's pretty as a postcard. Step through the gate and walk up the garden path to the house, then enter the delightful open plan kitchen/dining/living room a beautifully designed space with deep sofas a window seat to view harbour life taking place, and a gorgeous stone fireplace, the hearth charred coal-black by a couple of centuries' worth of open fires (thankfully, for ease of use, there's a woodburner these days).

The room sets the decorative tone for the rest of the house: light walls, pine doors, wood effect porcelain floors and knick-knacks dotted around for character. The kitchen is compact but well equipped, with induction hob, electric oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave and a washer dryer. At the rear of the property, there is a further small stone seating area with a barbecue, ideal for summertime suppers.

Both bedrooms are upstairs, and furnished in our "Catch the Breeze" signature style; one has an en-suite shower room and there is also a further bathroom in between them. If it gets really chilly there is air source central heating throughout keeping the cottage toasty, but once the woodburner's roaring away downstairs you more than likely won't need them.

Handily, there are two parking spaces – a rarity in Craster – and the cottage is in a super spot for exploring: Dunstanburgh Castle is just north along the coast, while southwards, the coast path leads to Cullernose Point. Don't miss picking up some smoked fish from the harbourside curing sheds: a fresh kipper makes the ultimate Craster breakfast.

A well-behaved dog is welcome: all we also ask that they're aged one or over.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 893 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

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Driftwood - a pet friendly that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Another Excellent Property

We have stayed in another Catch The Breeze before and Driftwood is every bit as good as we hoped. Loved it!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely place and relaxing stay

Enjoyed our stay and were surprised at how well appointed the property was Little things like a doggie welcome bag - all very much welcolmed Thanks also to Clare for braving the northern weather to check that we we happy with everything
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful property in a beautiful location that we hope to return to.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Angela

A little piece of Paradise

A little piece of Paradise, a little place of calm. A welcome that is oh so nice, a fire to keep me warm. A window seat to contemplate the ever changing sea. A place to sleep, a place to rest, A place where I am me.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nicola H.

Wonderful cottage

Wonderful holiday cottage. So cosy, clean and tastefully decorated. We’ve had a brilliant week and the cottage was a fabulous last minute find. Good base to do plenty of dog walks and explore Northumberland. The Jolly Fisherman is a brilliant pub/restaurant which we have enjoyed several times and would highly recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Three night stay

We had an excellent three night stay in Driftwood. Great location and easy to find. The WiFi was very good and the house was nice and warm, October stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Home from Home in a lovely Craster Cottage

A lovely and very well appointed cottage next to the sea. Craster is a great location to stay, very quiet and relaxing with easy access to local walks and to other beautiful locations along the Northumberland coast.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay

Great stay at Driftwood. A well appointed, beautifully furnished, comfortable property. Super clean and everything that you could need has been thought of including a lovely welcome basket. The wood burner really came into its own when it snowed!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was warm and welcoming and spotless. Staff were friendly and informative.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Another wonderful, relaxing stay

This is our second time staying at Driftwood. We love everything about the cottage. It’s the perfect place to stay in Craster and we feel immediately at home the minute we arrive. So cozy, clean and perfectly equipped with beautiful decor.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Another wonderful stay with everything we needed and wanted.

Beautiful, stylish, comfortable cottage. Enjoyed yet another week. So close to our favourite spots. We’ve had a lovely time!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

perfect cottage and perfect location

Enjoyed being in such a well designed cottage with a real feel of luxury. It was in a great location too being quiet and friendly and within easy reach of so many places to visit.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debbie I.

Wonderful!

The cottage and location was fabulous. We would definitely recommend and look forward to staying again
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing retreat at Craster

This is our 4th visit to a Catch the Breeze property in Craster Driftwood was just as amazing as the others and we had a wonderful week Long walks alone the costal path and beaches Lovely scenery the highlight perhaps was the Artic Tern nesting ground near Beadnell Amazing week thanks to Catch the Breeze again
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Terry B.

Good holiday cottage in excellent location

Good friendly service and very comfortable cottage in excellent location. Will use ‘Catch the Breeze’ again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

February 2026

Very comfortable cottage in a great location. Lovely to be able to walk along the coast from the front door. Despite the best efforts of the weather, we had a very relaxing few days in this lovely home from home - the house always felt warm and cosy, helped by a very efficient log burner (with all the kit provided). Thank you.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A Lovely Cottage in a Great Location

We had a great break in Driftwood and were returning guest after a previous lovely holiday in this property. The cottage is beautifully decorated and equipped with high quality fixtures and fittings. There are walks from the door, a lovely pub in the village. The history and heritage of the area are fascinating and Catch the Breeze staff are thoughtful and helpful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing holiday

Well we had an amazing break , from the second I walked into Drift wood I was taken back with how smart everything look it was clean tidy nothing out of place , just how I like it ,artwork on the wall took my breath away , to the layout of the kitchen everything was so easy to use, We felt very comfortable and delighted with our stay Craster is in the right place to travel or walk between beaches , Thank you Catch the breeze retreat team customer service outstanding ,
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael n.

Perfect stay in Craster

We've visited a few different properties in Craster, so this was our first time with Catch The Breeze staying at Driftwood. What a find! Beautiful property inside and out, just right for 4 guests. Great facilities, very clean and comfortable. We were lucky to have excellent weather for early March, so we could make use of the seating at the front and enjoy the sun. Perfect for watching the world go by plus a lovely view of the harbour. The team at Catch The Breeze were very friendly and helpful too which was a bonus. Highly recommended.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Beautiful cottage, great location

We loved our stay in this beautiful cottage. Perfectly situated to explore the beautiful Northumberland coast line. The cottage is very comfortable, fully equipped and furnished to a very high standard.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Keith K.

Craster in the sun.

An excellent property with all the things you want/need in a holiday let. Nothing overlooked and a very good location for walkers, without getting in the car.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Driftwood

Another lovely stay in a perfect cosy cottage. Ideal for exploring the Northumberland coast path or visiting all the other local attractions, followed by a stroll to the pub in the evening.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

Cute little cottage

We loved our stay in this pretty little cottage. Cosy and modern with loads of charm. Gorgeous location. Can't fault it.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Driftwood

Excellent organisation, perfect location, superb condition. Everything you could possibly want from a holiday cottage.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Lovely Craster

Lovely cottage in a lovely part of the country. Northumberland has stunning coastline with amazing beaches great for dog owners.