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Pyg Pen Cottage - Quiet Rural Cottage

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Exterior
Exterior detail
Exterior detail
Property grounds
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Rock, England
  • Place, Dunstanburgh Castle
  • Place, Alnwick Garden
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Alnwick Castle
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Twin Room

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet

En-Suite

Toilet · Shower only

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pyg Pen Cottage - Quiet Rural Cottage

This property is nestled in the lovely quiet village of Rock.

It has 3 bedrooms, 2 Kingsize and one with en-suite and a twin room.
Downstairs is a front lounge with a extra lounge/diner/kitchen open plan area at the back which leads on to the enclosed garden and patio area. Ideal for dogs as the garden is secure. It also has a separate utility room and downstairs toilet.

The cottage has private parking to the front. It has Wi-fi access and all the amenities for a relaxing stay in the gorgeous county of Northumberland. It's location is ideal, being close to the beautiful coastline and also only 15 minutes from Alnwick.

Bed linen and towels are provided. There is a washer/dryer, induction hob, double oven, microwave, 2 flat screen televisions and a wood burning stove for cosy winter nights.

Free welcome pack on arrival - full of local essentials.

Suitable for children with a high chair, baby gate, bathroom step and travel cot available for use.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets only allowed downstairs
Only Monday and Friday are Check in and check out days.

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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Alnwick

Located in Alnwick, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Notable landmarks in the area include Alnwick Castle and Bamburgh Castle. Lilidorei at The Alnwick Garden and Aln Valley Railway are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Map
Rock, England

What's nearby

  • Alnwick Playhouse - 10 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Alnwick Garden - 10 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Barter Books - 10 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Embleton Bay - 11 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Alnwick Castle - 11 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Chathill Station - 7 min drive
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sanctuary at Alnwick Castle - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Jolly Fisherman - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dirty Bottles Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Running Fox - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pyg Pen Cottage - Quiet Rural Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pyg Pen Cottage - Quiet Rural Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pyg Pen Cottage - Quiet Rural Cottage ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pyg Pen Cottage - Quiet Rural Cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Embleton Tower, Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Club and Embleton Bay. Preston Tower and Northumberland Coast are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 169 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samuel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday

Stayed for a short break with our young daughter and dog. Lovely property in a great location.The cottage was clean and comfortable, and we were within easy reach of the beach and many local attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Very well equipped and very comfortable. Dog friendly large enclosed garden. In a very quiet area and ideal location for visiting different places and sights. Will book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short break

Brilliant property, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

fay r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our return visit did not disappoint.

Pyg Pen is a beautifully presented and a well equipped property, with everything you could possibly need. It’s situated in an ideal location for day trips and exploring the local area. Property has an enclosed back garden which is ideal for dog owners and plenty of parking in front of the house for more than one vehicle. Lots of places to visit in the local area. This was our third stay in Pyg Pen and it did not disappoint. Would highly recommend the property and the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved Pyg Pen Cottage. Rock is a great central but quiet location close enough to Craster, Bamburgh, Seahouses, Beadnell as well as the Alnwick shops and Castle. Communication with the owner was exceptionally good. The property was spotless and very homely for the family with the kitchen well equipped. The enclosed long grassy garden in a quiet village location was ideal for our young Labrador, with an on your doorstep off-road 2.5km woodland loop being a bonus. For dog lovers looking for somewhere to relax, and no need to drive to a safe walk this is it. Will be rebooking for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Northumberland girls

Totally enjoyed our stay , have stayed numerous times before and know the area very well and will be returning
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pyg Pen Cottage March 2025

Our third stay at this peaceful, clean and comfortable cottage. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Al H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

Loved the property - perfect location for visiting sites such as Alnwick Gardens, Bamburgh Castle, Holy Island and near to some fab restaurants. Check in process and communication with owner first class. The property wasn't spotless with plenty of signs of pet hair but for us that didn't detract from a lovely 4 days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Lovely clean cottage in a good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kam Ling A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

second visit

Really enjoyed our time here again, home away from home feel and a very enjoyable relaxing break with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great property and location

Great property & location !
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penelope T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable

Pyg Pen suited our needs well. The open plan area created a sociable space. There is a nice garden with patio at the end for. evening sun.We had a lovely time.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet rural cottage

Our third visit to the cottage which again gave us the ideal base to relax and visit the beaches and historic sites of Northumberland.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another enjoyable stay

A beautifully located house. Well maintained, peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

The property is in a great location, handy for exploring the coast, whilst being very peaceful. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Emma K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property. Good layout of house to accommodate three adults and two teenagers. Not obvious where the turning is to the property. Bedrooms very warm. Quite a few spiders in the house and on outdoor garden seating area -it is in the countryside, but had to get rid of a lot of them in the house for the teens to settle. Good location to drive to various places. Nice long garden. Plenty of kitchen utensils. Couple of dishwasher tabs and washing up provided. Liquid soap provided in toilets - though was watered down in the en suite. Beds ok - little on the hard side. Doors a bit stiff to open and lock. Overall a great property that we would return to and recommend - have just listed some of the things we noted.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cottage

A beautiful immaculately presented cottage, great location for exploring. Would thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another fantastic break

Our fourth stay at Pyg Pen. Clean, quiet, comfortable, a lovely garden and easy parking… we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great week away

Fabulous holiday here. The cottage is beautiful and it’s in a great location, close to lots of lovely places to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday weekend

Great property with lots of character, the house was equipped with everything you’d need for a holiday. Garden was lovely and perfectly safe for the pooches and we were lucky enogh to bbq and really enjoyed the outdoor space.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pyg Pen July 2024

Many thanks to the owner for our second very happy stay here. My disabled elderly Mum in particular was delighted with the house’s amenities and comfort.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duncan M., Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, U.K..

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet rural cottage

Our second visit to the cottage which again gave us the ideal location and base to relax and visit the beaches and historic sites of the Northumberland coast.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Tracy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

Pug pen cottage is located in a very tranquil quiet rural setting the accommodation is lovely and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Back for another stay

This is a lovely house that is well furnished/equipped and immaculately clean. The village is a great place, peaceful and very rural.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ailsa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family holiday

Our holiday home was just brilliant, separate playroom for the kids, li Ely en-suite and beautiful garden. Extremely peaceful and a well equipped property. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

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