Letting Conditions

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  1. The contract between the holidaymaker and the owners shall be entered into when the owner issues written confirmation of the booking.
  2. The booking shall be accompanied by a deposit of 1/3 of the rent. The balance of 2/3 becomes payable six weeks before commencement of the holiday. If the holidaymaker cancels the booking, the owners will endeavour to re-let the property and if successful will return any monies paid. If the owners are not successful in re-letting they shall not be under any obligation to repay any monies paid. It is recommended that holiday cancellation insurance is taken out as sometimes unavoidable circumstances necessitate cancellation or curtailment.
  3. The maximum number of persons using the property shall not exceed 6 unless otherwise agreed with the owners.
  4. The holidaymaker is responsible for the property together with all furniture and equipment which must be left in the same condition as it was at the commencement of the holiday.
  5. The owners or their representatives shall at reasonable times be permitted to enter the property and to carry out any repair that might be necessary.
  6. In the unlikely event that the property were to become unavailable the owners obligation and liability would be limited to refunding in full all monies paid by the holidaymaker.
  7. The owners shall not be under any liability to the holidaymaker or third parties for any accident or loss or damage however arising.
  8. Dogs by arrangement. Dogs are welcome provided that they are not allowed in the bedrooms or bedroom passage, nor are they permitted to sit on the chairs. They may not be left alone in the cottage.
  9. The holidaymaker agrees to leave the premises in the same clean and tidy state in which it was found.
  10. Lettings to commence on Saturday at 3pm and to end on a Saturday at 10am.
  11. A discretionary charge will be payable for any damage or additional cleaning. 
  12. The owner prohibits the storage and charging of e-scooters/bikes in the premises.
  13. Electrical Charging at this property is strictly prohibited. There are two Charging Points in Bamburgh.

Find Out More

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Wynding Down is dedicated to providing the perfect getaway and you should find all the information you need to plan your break on our website. You can check Availability and prices online and our Letting conditions page has details about the deposit. We confirm bookings by email or letter.

Please contact Dianne Stanger

Telephone: 01670 511 162 (answering machine)
Mob: 07930 369 138
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Address: 6 Cottingwood Lane, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 1EA

How to find us

Wynding Down is situated in The Wynding in the village of Bamburgh, Northumberland.

When approaching from the west, you will see the castle ahead of you. Pass the Green with trees on your left and the entrance to 'The Wynding' is just opposite the Lord Crewe Arms. You'll find Wynding Down just 200 yards further on the right.

Bamburgh is a small Northumberland village with a big heart. With its majestic castle towering 150 feet above the North Sea and overlooking the award-winning sandy beaches, you will leave with lasting memories, however long your stay.

Once the ancient capital of Northumberland, Bamburgh is a picturesque village characterised by its historic castle, miles of golden sand and outstanding natural beauty.

Just two minutes walk from Wynding Down's doorstep you'll find Bamburgh's quaint village green, the ancient and charming St Aidan’s Church, which dates back to 635AD and the Grace Darling Museum, which pays tribute to the village’s great maritime heroine.

With a butcher, delicatessen and greengrocer and the historic Copper Kettle Tea Room, a choice of pubs and restaurants, golf, tennis and cricket facilities and a children's play area, the village has hidden depths beneath the stunning views.

Out and about

Beyond the beauty of Bamburgh you'll find some of Northumberland's most striking scenery. The Farne Islands – a mile off the east coast – are home to stunning colonies of puffins, grey seals and other breathtaking natural sights. Take a boat trip here from the village of Seahouses, two miles south.

Lindisfarne, or Holy Island, across the tidal causeway to the north has a wealth of spiritual history waiting for you to discover. Check our visitor book for details of the tides before travelling and visit the wild Cheviot Hills to the west.

Venture out of Bamburgh to discover some more of Northumberland's idyllic rural communities. Birdwatchers will revel in the ornithological paradise of Budle Bay just a mile up the coast, while the picturesque coastal villages of Seahouses, Beadnell, Newton, Embleton and Craster are all nearby.

Travel 20 minutes by car to the county town of Alnwick to visit its fine and famous castle and the Duchess of Northumberland's world-renowned garden. 20 minutes north on the A1 is the historic walled border town of Berwick upon Tweed.

Places to Visit

Farne Islands
Alnwick Castle
Alnwick Garden
Berwick-upon-Tweed

History

Bamburgh and the surrounding area must be one of Britain's best kept secrets. It has been said by one publication that Bamburgh Castle provides 'the most dramatic backdrop to the country's finest coastline'. It is built on an outcrop of The Great Whin Sill, an intrusion of volcanic rock covering almost 4,000 square kilometres of the North of England. There have been a number of archiological excavations in and around Bamburgh Castle and the surrounding areas. Bamburgh was once the royal seat of the Kings of Northumbria. Bamburgh is steeped in history.

The 1st Lord Armstrong bought Bamburgh Castle in 1894 and with the skill of many artisans restored it to what you see today. He was a visionary. The oldest part of the castle is the Keep or Great Tower, its construction started in 1164. Apart from being an inventor and industrialist he created a beautiful estate, namely Cragside near Rothbury in Northumberland, the first house in Britain to be lit by hydro electricity. The bicentennial of his birth was 2010. Today the castle remains in the Armstrong Family.

From Bamburgh Castle can be seen the Farne Islands. These are rocky islands, once home to saints, soldiers and famous lighthouse keepers, now a sanctuary for seabirds and seals. They are a summer haven for 100,000 pairs of nesting seabirds like puffin, terms and guillmot. It is also one of Europe's largest grey seal colonies. Steeped in history, St Cuthbert lived and died here in the 7th Century.

Grace Darling

Grace Darling who was born and died in the village of Bamburgh was a heroine. She and her father William, who was the lighthouse keeper of the Longstone Lighthouse on the Farne Islands, went to the rescue in September 1838 of the SS Forfarshire, a paddle steamer on a regular run between Hull and Dundee which had run aground on one of the smaller Farnes. They rowed out in their small boat or coble in tremendous seas and rescued nine survivors clinging to the rock. Grace held the coble steady in raging seas whilst her Father helped the passengers. Grace was 12 years of age when this rescue took place. The Museum in Bamburgh run by the RNLI Heritage Trust illustrates Grace's life, the events of the rescue and her subsequent fame. In the Museum you can see the actual coble boat used by Grace and her Father.

St. Aidan Church

Aidan was an Irish Monk who was part of of St. Clumba's community on Iona. At the request of King Oswald of Northumbria he came to Bamburgh from Iona and caused the first church to be built, probably on the site of the present church in 635. St Aidan with 12 other missionary monks from Iona established a Columban style Community on the island of Lindisfarne, (Holy Island?) There are active bell ringers at St Aidan Church who ring for Sunday services, weddings and special days of Bamburgh village. This is a beautiful church steeped in history.

Comfortably accommodating six guests, Wynding Down effortlessly combines the charming essence of the original hayloft and stables. This cosy cottage is the perfect place to unwind in the most sought-after corner of Bamburgh. Soak up the warm farmhouse ambience as you relax in front of an open fire and marvel at the views of the castle and coastline. Wynding Down welcomes parties of all sizes and ages, whether extended family, a group of friends or romantic getaway for two.

  • Electric heaters throughout
  • Open fire in sitting room
  • All fuel, electricity, bed linen and towels included (please bring your own beach towels)
  • Wifi available
  • Television and DVD player
  • Telephone
  • Garden with spectacular castle view
  • Private parking for two cars
  • Well-behaved pets welcome by arrangement
  • Smoking is not permitted in the cottage

Kitchen / Dining room

The beautiful and well-equipped hand-built, pine kitchen has a large sociable dining area. This unique space is the perfect place to spend a relaxing morning with the papers or an evening enjoying locally-sourced produce.

  • Electric oven
  • Gas hob
  • Fridge
  • Dishwasher
  • Television
  • DVD player

Bedrooms

Three bedrooms occupy the charmingly-converted stables and include two double rooms and a single with full-sized bunk beds. The bathroom has a bath, wash hand basin and toilet and there’s also a separate shower room.

Utility room

This useful space keeps essential kitchen appliances neatly tucked away, yet convenient and accessible, and includes:

  • Freezer
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Sink

Sitting room

An open staircase with an exposed sandstone wall leads up from the kitchen to a luxurious sitting room, which was formerly the hayloft. Classically furnished, there’s an attractive, open-stone fireplace in the heart of the room and polished timber flooring throughout. The windows look out over stunning views of Bamburgh Castle and the sea, providing an ideal space to unwind.

Study

Find a peaceful corner to read or reflect in a comfortable study looking out over Bamburgh Castle windmill and the sea.

Outside

Make your way down the side lane to discover the cottage’s charming private garden, complete with panoramic views across the cricket pitch to the castle beyond. Enjoy spectacular views from the garden.