Anchor Cottage, Waterside Retreat in Northumberland, Sleeps 4

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Anchor Cottage by the Sea

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7 Nights See prices

£880 to £1410

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Short Breaks From

£165 p/night
Off peak
(3 night min)
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Peak season
(3 night min)

Key Information

Sleeps

4
Bedrooms

2 Rooms
Min Nights

3 (all year)
Children

Sorry
No Children
WiFi

Yes
Dogs

Sorry
No Dogs
Bathrooms

2
Access

Stairs
Log Burner

About Anchor Cottage by the Sea

Anchor Cottage sits on the sea-front at Cresswell, with the sea directly behind it and open land stretching out in front. This former fisherman’s cottage looks straight across the North Sea and down the length of Druridge Bay, with the shoreline only moments from the door. The house has been carefully restored rather than reworked. Original stone walls and exposed beams remain, paired with two wood-burning stoves and well-finished bathrooms that make it comfortable throughout the year. Upstairs, both bedrooms have Juliet balconies facing the water, so the changing light and sound of the sea are part of the stay. Sleeping up to four guests, this holiday cottage in Northumberland feels settled and private, with space to relax without fuss.

Cresswell is a small coastal village that has kept its quiet character. It marks the southern end of Druridge Bay, where seven miles of sand run north towards Amble, backed by dunes and wildlife pools. The Drift Café is an easy walk along the beach and is popular for breakfasts, light lunches and cake, while Cresswell Ices in the village is well known for homemade ice cream. For groceries or a pub meal, Ellington is just over a mile away and has a village shop, a Co-op and The Plough pub. Rail stations at Morpeth and Alnmouth connect directly to Newcastle and Edinburgh, which makes day trips possible without a car.

Walking routes join the Northumberland Coast Path close to the cottage, leading north along the shoreline or south through the dunes towards Druridge Bay Country Park. Wildlife is part of the backdrop here, with seabirds along the shore and regular seal sightings offshore, and dolphins occasionally passing the bay. The wider area offers plenty of scope for exploring, from boat trips to Coquet Island to visits to Warkworth, Bamburgh and Alnwick castles, as well as National Trust sites such as Cragside and Wallington. Some guests spend their days out and about; others barely leave the bench above the shoreline. Both feel entirely in keeping with Anchor Cottage.

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Owner details:

Nigel Williams joined Independent Cottages in December 2025

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Amenities / Facilities

Log Burner
Waterside Location
Beach Nearby
Off-Road Parking
Accessible by Public Transport
Pub Nearby
Golf Nearby
Kingsize +
Garden/ Outside Area
Enclosed Garden
DVD Player
Smart TV
Washing Machine
Tumble Dryer
Microwave
Dish washer
Shower
Bath
Horse Riding Nearby
WiFi

Location (Northumberland)

Accommodation Comprises: Comfortable, well-proportioned self-catering accommodation on the Northumberland Coast for up to four guests, arranged over two floors.

Ground Floor

Kitchen/Diner: A bright, sea-facing space where the view tends to stop conversations mid-sentence. The kitchen is fully equipped for everyday cooking, with generous worktops, quality appliances and a dining table positioned to make the most of the outlook. A wood-burning stove adds warmth on cooler days, making this a natural place to linger long after meals are finished.
Sitting Room: At the front of the cottage with views across open land towards the Pele Tower, this is a comfortable room for evenings in. There's ample seating, a second wood-burning stove, a Smart TV with DVD, and a relaxed, uncluttered feel that suits the pace of the setting.
Ground-floor bathroom with a full-size bath with shower attachment, WC and basin — useful after long beach walks or chilly sea dips.

Upstairs:

Bedroom 1: King-size bedroom with a Juliet balcony overlooking the sea. Wake to changing light on the water, with storage space and simple, calming décor that keeps the focus on the view.
Bedroom 2: Twin bedroom, also with a Juliet balcony facing the shoreline. Light and airy, with the same uninterrupted sea outlook and plenty of room to unpack.
Contemporary shower room with walk-in shower, WC and basin, finished to a high standard.

Outside
The front cottage garden looks across the field towards the historic Pele Tower, and is a sheltered sun-trap on sunny days. At the rear, a private bench sits on the ‘Bank Top’ just above the shoreline and is a much-loved spot for morning coffee, sunset watching and keeping an eye on the tides.

Additional Information
WiFi included. Electric central heating throughout. Two wood-burning stoves with an initial supply of logs provided for your first evening. Bed linen and bath towels are included. Private parking for one car to the rear, with additional roadside parking available at the front of the cottage. No pets or children under 16 years. No smoking or vaping.

Prices are based on two guests staying. There is a supplementary charge of £25 per night for each guest over and above two.

Anchor Cottage by the Sea Tariff & Supplementary Information

Season	Weekly Rate	Short Breaks
May Half Term 2026 Sat, 23rd May 2026 - Fri, 29th May 2026 Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7	7 Nights £1,130	Short breaks not available
June 2026 Sat, 30th May 2026 - Tue, 30th Jun 2026 Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7	7 Nights £1,130	Short breaks not available
July 2026 Wed, 1st Jul 2026 - Fri, 17th Jul 2026 Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7	7 Nights £1,190	Short breaks not available
Summer School Holidays 2026 Sat, 18th Jul 2026 - Fri, 4th Sep 2026 Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7	7 Nights £1,290	Short breaks not available
September 2026 Sat, 5th Sep 2026 - Wed, 30th Sep 2026 Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7	7 Nights £1,040	Short breaks not available
October 2026 Thu, 1st Oct 2026 - Fri, 16th Oct 2026 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices: 3 nights: £595 \| 4 nights: £745	7 Nights £990	3 Nights £595
Oct Half Term 2026 Sat, 17th Oct 2026 - Fri, 23rd Oct 2026 Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7	7 Nights £1,020	Short breaks not available
Nov & Dec 2026 Sat, 24th Oct 2026 - Fri, 18th Dec 2026 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices: 3 nights: £560 \| 4 nights: £695	7 Nights £930	3 Nights £560
Christmas 2026 Sat, 19th Dec 2026 - Fri, 1st Jan 2027 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices: 3 nights: £730 \| 4 nights: £910	7 Nights £1,215	3 Nights £730
Jan 2027 Sat, 2nd Jan 2027 - Sun, 31st Jan 2027 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices: 3 nights: £575 \| 4 nights: £720	7 Nights £960	3 Nights £575
Feb 2027 Mon, 1st Feb 2027 - Fri, 12th Feb 2027 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices: 3 nights: £585 \| 4 nights: £730	7 Nights £975	3 Nights £585
Feb Half Term 2027 Sat, 13th Feb 2027 - Fri, 19th Feb 2027 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices: 3 nights: £645 \| 4 nights: £810	7 Nights £1,080	3 Nights £645
Mar 2027 Sat, 20th Feb 2027 - Fri, 26th Mar 2027 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices: 3 nights: £630 \| 4 nights: £785	7 Nights £1,050	3 Nights £630
Easter 2027 Sat, 27th Mar 2027 - Fri, 16th Apr 2027 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices: 3 nights: £720 \| 4 nights: £900	7 Nights £1,200	3 Nights £720
April 2027 Sat, 17th Apr 2027 - Fri, 30th Apr 2027 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices: 3 nights: £675 \| 4 nights: £840	7 Nights £1,125	3 Nights £675
May 2027 Sat, 1st May 2027 - Fri, 28th May 2027 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices: 3 nights: £700 \| 4 nights: £875	7 Nights £1,170	3 Nights £700
May Half Term 2027 Sat, 29th May 2027 - Fri, 4th Jun 2027 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3	7 Nights £1,290	Min. 3 nights: Enquire with Owner
June 2027 Sat, 5th Jun 2027 - Wed, 30th Jun 2027 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices: 3 nights: £770 \| 4 nights: £965	7 Nights £1,290	3 Nights £770
July 2027 Thu, 1st Jul 2027 - Fri, 16th Jul 2027 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices: 3 nights: £815 \| 4 nights: £1,020	7 Nights £1,365	3 Nights £815
Summer School Holidays 2027 Sat, 17th Jul 2027 - Tue, 31st Aug 2027 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices: 3 nights: £845 \| 4 nights: £1,055	7 Nights £1,410	3 Nights £845
September 2027 Wed, 1st Sep 2027 - Thu, 30th Sep 2027 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices: 3 nights: £710 \| 4 nights: £885	7 Nights £1,185	3 Nights £710
October 2027 Fri, 1st Oct 2027 - Fri, 15th Oct 2027 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices: 3 nights: £645 \| 4 nights: £810	7 Nights £1,080	3 Nights £645
Oct Half Term 2027 Sat, 16th Oct 2027 - Fri, 22nd Oct 2027 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices: 3 nights: £700 \| 4 nights: £875	7 Nights £1,170	3 Nights £700
Nov & Dec 2027 Sat, 23rd Oct 2027 - Fri, 17th Dec 2027 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices: 3 nights: £595 \| 4 nights: £740	7 Nights £990	3 Nights £595
Christmas 2027 Sat, 18th Dec 2027 - Mon, 3rd Jan 2028 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices: 3 nights: £845 \| 4 nights: £1,055	7 Nights £1,410	3 Nights £845
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Bedroom Configuration:: Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms (1 King & 1 Twin)

Children:: No

Dogs/Pets:: Sorry, the owner does not accept pets

Accessibility:: Unlikely to be suitable for wheelchair users. Please discuss any specific accessibility requirements with the owner

Smoking:: No smoking

Preferred Arrival Day:: Flexible

Payment Options:: Bank Transfer

Booking Conditions:: Please refer to the owner for accessibility requirements, booking terms / conditions and cancellation policy.; Help combat online fraud. Speak to the owner on our officially verified number: +44(0)7985 770225 before paying by bank transfer.; Independent Cottages recommends that you take out holiday cancellation insurance.

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Nigel Williams

Member Since December 2025

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