The cottage was very well equipped. We were very impressed with the level of equipment in the kitchen. The beds were some of the most comfortable that we have had in a rental holiday accomodation. It was also nice to have Alexia in the lounge and main bedroom. The welcome basket was well received by our group. The games and activities supplied were also better than expected. The location was good for exploring ,south Northumberland. The parking was as per the description but was a bit restricted. There was quite a bit of competition for the closer parking spots. Having a good restaurant only 3 doors awY was rather nice. The small touches of towels for the dog along with a spare dog lead and dog bowl was appreciated. In conclusion a cottage that we would return to in the future.

The cottage is really nice, plenty of room for 4 people, though we only went as a couple. It is right by the rive rwhich suite our dog down to the ground. We were not too keen on the Northumberland Arms, but we found a cracking real ale pub across the bridge. All in all a cracking holiday even if the weather was poor

The location was excellent👍 The cottage was lovely and we had an amazing food hamper 😋 the running fox 🦊 over the road was superb 😋 and the Fox 🦊 den for drinkies🍷we’re walkers so it was an ideal spot as we were near the beaches for coastal walks and also near the hills for walking🚶🏼‍♂️🚶‍♀️All in all we had a great stay for our 1st visit to Northumberland 👍👍 Many thanks

What a beautiful area. You are opposite the well heard of bakery 'The Running Fox' which lived up to its name. You are right next door to to a lovely pub called the 'Northumberland Arms' thr meals and drinks in here are lovely. The voees out the window are of a bridge and a lively river running under it with ducks which uh can get food from the bakery and feed them. The beach is a shirt drive away but worth a visit the beaches up there are amazing!! Thank you so much cant wait to return

This extended terraced cottage is really warm, very comfortably furnished and well appointed. Although situated just off the main road through the village, the thick stone walls meant that there was no disturbance from traffic, or from adjoining properties. There is a 'keyless' entry system which is easy to use and very secure. The downstairs rooms (sitting room, kitchen / dining room and toilet) are furnished, fitted and equipped to a 'home from home standard' with a flat screen tv, wifi and range of traditional and electronic entertainment provided to while away any rainy days, however, there was no inside mobile phone coverage – probably due to the thickness of the stone walls – although a landline phone is proved – but only accepts incoming calls. There is a small entrance porch, ideal for changing out of outdoor clothing and towelling down a wet dog (dog towels provided). There is also a very small enclosed (but not totally dog secure) back yard. Upstairs, the two bedrooms feature stylish oak furniture, snow white Egyptian cotton bed linen and traditional (and very effective) wooden shutters rather than curtains. The modern main bathroom is also well equipped with an over bath shower. The “cottage guide' folder, containing a wealth of information about the cottage itself, the village and surrounding area – and there is certainly lots and lots to do in this part of the world. A few doors away is the excellent, dog friendly Northumberland Arms (I had a thick succulent 'best ever' rump steak with porcini and black garlic sauce for £10 on their Tuesday Night Steak Night) and just over the river, across the bridge, is the small Running Fox Cafe / Bakery – again superb food and the social hub of the village. We really appreciated the 'Welcome Basket' from the Fox which was waiting for us on our arrival at the Cottage, with its selection of pie, quiches, cakes and jam. A lovely touch which set the tone for our short break. The only slight downside was the very icy weather which meant that our dog walks in both directions along the River Coquet had to be slightly curtailed but this does mean that we are already planning to return again later in the year – this time for a longer stay!

Riverside Cottage is beautifully restored to a very high standard and we have found West Thirston to be an ideal place from which to explore the North East. We would highly recommend the two local eating places - and also The Old Boat House at Amble. We loved Bamburgh Castle and Lindisfarne, and venturing into Newcastle was a day well spent. There's so much to see here, and Riverside Cottage is an ideally situated base and lovely to come "home" to. Highly recommended.

This is my second review, following what was an initial generous review. I have now reduced the rating due to the owner's negative response to constructive criticism to areas of the rental that can, and should be improved. Firstly, the owner referred to me as 'managing to break the dishwasher'. On arrival to the property my husband noticed a hairline crack above the plastic door handle that opens the dishwasher, he forgot to mention this to me. As I went to pull the handle, as intended, half of it snapped off. The dishwasher did not look fairly new; this is 'fair wear and tear', alongside a poor design. I informed the owner, there was no response from him following our stay and he duly replaced it. Secondly, I mentioned that the sealant needed replacing around the shower area. I am not the only reviewer who has alluded to the bathroom needing attention. The tiling also needs investment. Finally, the disposal of waste needs addressing. The owner states that there are general waste bins outside, there are, but the instructions in the Guest folder requests guests to dispense waste away from the property. ... every other property has wheelie bins for general and recycling waste, not this one and I am not the only reviewer to mention this as an issue.

Lovely village location but easy reach from A1. Cottage had everything needed. Village has good pub for food & lovely bakery (famous Running Fox). So much to visit nearby, coastal walks & castles, Morpeth, Alnwick & Newcastle within short drive. Lovely welcome pack including delicious local bread & honey. Wood burning stove but not needed as cottage cosy. Walks from doorstep along River Coquet. Highly recommended.

Cottage clean and tidy. Nearby to pleasant village and shop. Easy to get to coast and useful information file provided. Bathroom was rather shabby and difficult to get out of bath.

We have just spent a superb week with our 2 Bedlington Terriers at Riverside Cottage. In the lovely village of West Thirston on the River Coquet. The cottage was cosy, clean and we were well catered for. No need to take the kitchen sink EVERYTHING is all ready there. Very comfortable double bed, small patio area and lovely welcome pack from the artisan bakery 5 minutes away called the Running Fox. Pub The Northumberland Arms only a few doors away, dog friendly, good food and friendly staff make Riverside Cottage the perfect base to explore Northumberland . Loads of walks and information in the Welcome file at the cottage. We would highly recommend this cottage for a relaxing break.