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Lower Driftwood, Amble-By-The-Sea

Guest Rating
Rating
4.6
out of 5
Guest Rating
Rating
4.6
out of 5
Sleeps up to 3
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 2

Lower Driftwood is a ground floor apartment in central Amble, Northumberland. This fresh and well-furnished property sits right in the town centre with off-road parking for one car and easy access to the harbour and beaches.

Amble is a working seaport at the mouth of the River Coquet. The marina and sandy beaches are minutes away. Coastal walks lead to Hauxley bird sanctuary and Druridge Bay country park. Boat trips run to Coquet Island RSPB reserve.

The apartment sleeps three guests across two bedrooms: one double and one single. The bathroom has a walk-in shower with underfloor heating. Open plan living combines kitchen, dining and sitting areas with TV, WIFI and games. A utility room houses the washing machine.

 

About Lower Driftwood

Lower Driftwood is a ground floor apartment in central Amble, Northumberland. This fresh and well-furnished property sits right in the town centre with off-road parking for one car and easy access to the harbour and beaches.

Amble is a working seaport at the mouth of the River Coquet. The marina and sandy beaches are minutes away. Coastal walks lead to Hauxley bird sanctuary and Druridge Bay country park. Boat trips run to Coquet Island RSPB reserve.

The apartment sleeps three guests across two bedrooms: one double and one single. The bathroom has a walk-in shower with underfloor heating. Open plan living combines kitchen, dining and sitting areas with TV, WIFI and games. A utility room houses the washing machine. The private courtyard provides outdoor seating space.

Warkworth Castle sits 1 mile away (5 minutes). Alnwick Castle and Gardens are 7 miles inland (15 minutes). Alnmouth beach is 4 miles north (10 minutes). Cragside House is 17 miles away (30 minutes).

Lower Driftwood works perfectly for couples or small groups wanting coastal access. The ground floor layout and level courtyard access suit guests with mobility needs.

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Lower Driftwood Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Lower Driftwood during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Northumberland's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Warkworth Castle
Distance: 1 mile
NE65 0UJ
Alnwick Castle
Distance: 7 miles
NE66 1NQ
Coquet Island RSPB Reserve
Distance: 1 mile
NE65 0DX
Druridge Bay Country Park
Distance: 5 miles
NE61 5BX
Hauxley Nature Reserve
Distance: 2 miles
NE65 0JR
Amble Harbour Coastal Path
Distance: 0.2 miles
NE65 0DX
Amble Town Centre
Distance: 0.1 miles
NE65 0DT
Alnwick Market Place
Distance: 7 miles
NE66 1TN
Amble Harbour Village
Distance: 0.3 miles
NE65 0DX
Amble Bus Stop
Distance: 0.1 miles
NE65 0DX
Amble Marina
Distance: 0.2 miles
NE65 0YJ
Amble Beach
Distance: 0.3 miles
NE65 0QB
Warkworth Castle
Distance: 1 mile
NE65 0UJ
Alnwick Castle
Distance: 7 miles
NE66 1NQ
Coquet Island RSPB Reserve
Distance: 1 mile
NE65 0DX
Druridge Bay Country Park
Distance: 5 miles
NE61 5BX
Hauxley Nature Reserve
Distance: 2 miles
NE65 0JR
Amble Harbour Coastal Path
Distance: 0.2 miles
NE65 0DX
Amble Town Centre
Distance: 0.1 miles
NE65 0DT
Alnwick Market Place
Distance: 7 miles
NE66 1TN
Amble Harbour Village
Distance: 0.3 miles
NE65 0DX
Amble Bus Stop
Distance: 0.1 miles
NE65 0DX
Amble Marina
Distance: 0.2 miles
NE65 0YJ
Amble Beach
Distance: 0.3 miles
NE65 0QB

Is Lower Driftwood Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
The apartment works well for families with one child due to the single bedroom. A cot and highchair are available on request. Amble's sandy beaches are a five-minute walk away. The harbour offers boat trips to Coquet Island where children can see puffins and seals. Rock pooling opportunities exist along the coast. Saturday and Sunday harbour markets provide entertainment.
For Couples
The ground floor apartment offers couples a peaceful base in central Amble. The private courtyard provides outdoor space for morning coffee. Coastal walks lead to Hauxley and Druridge Bay. Restaurants and pubs line the harbour within walking distance. Warkworth Castle sits 1 mile away. Alnwick Castle and Gardens make an excellent day out. The apartment's central location means no driving for evening meals.
Pet Friendly
Lower Driftwood does not accept pets. The property operates a strict no-pets policy. This makes the apartment unsuitable for guests wanting to bring dogs or other animals. The ground floor layout and private courtyard would otherwise be ideal for pet owners, but the owners do not permit animals inside or on the premises.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Lower Driftwood

The Old Boat House

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE65 0DX

The Schooner Hotel

Located 0.1 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE65 0DX

Amble Harbour Village Cafes

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: NE65 0DX

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Lower Driftwood

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Lower Driftwood does not have a hot tub. The property does have a walk-in shower with underfloor heating in the bathroom.
Is it pet friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at Lower Driftwood. Smoking is also not permitted inside the property.
How many people does Lower Driftwood sleep?
The apartment sleeps three guests across two bedrooms. One bedroom has a double bed and the other has a single bed.
What parking is available?
Off-road private parking for one car is provided. The parking space is shared with the upstairs apartment so following the owner's parking arrangement is recommended.
Is the property suitable for disabled guests?
Yes, the ground floor layout makes it accessible for guests with mobility needs. The bathroom has a walk-in shower with just one small step and there is level access to the courtyard.
What facilities are in the kitchen?
The kitchen has an electric oven, electric hob, fridge and washing machine in the utility room. All cooking equipment and utensils are provided for self-catering.
How far is the beach from the apartment?
The sandy beaches of Amble are within a five-minute walk from the property. The harbour and marina are equally close for waterfront walks.
What is the minimum stay requirement?
The property requires a minimum stay of three nights. Changeover day is Saturday for weekly bookings.

Lower Driftwood Reviews

Excellent location in the town of Amble. Everything was nearby, bus stops, cafes, shops and the sea front. Loved the property, its layout and the outside space. Once we got to grips with the workings of the storage radiators all was cosy. Just a small challenge with the double bedroom window sticking!!
Elaine
Nice clean & comfortable accommodation Near to all amenities & a good bus ... Nice clean & comfortable accommodation Near to all amenities & a good bus service Easy no fuss access with key in key safe
Great accomodation well equipped and fantastic location right in the center of ... Great accomodation well equipped and fantastic location right in the center of amble with everything more or less on the doorstep
VERY GOOD POSITION CLOSE TO ALL THAT AMBLE HAS TO OFFER,COMFORTABLE AND VERY CLEAN APARTMENT. A BASIC WELCOME PACK WOULD HAVE BEEN APPRECIATED ALONG WITH MORE THAN ONE TOILET ROLL AND BIN BAG. THE SHOWER TEMPERATURE WAS TOO HOT AND COULD NOT BE REDUCED EVEN ON THE LOWEST SETTING. HAVING SAID THAT WE ENJOYED OUR STAY AND WOULD RECOMEND IT TO OTHERS.
Clean,well equipped,ideal position for shops ,restaurants and harbour. Our third stay.
Daphne
This is the second time we have stayed at this property, it is clean and cosy, with everything we needed for our stay. We particularly chose it for the onsite parking. We will definately be back.
It was a lovely place to stay very clean. We have been before only problem was the suite was too low but know he's looking at replacing it.
It's a great little apartment, very clean and comfortable with great access to all the beach, harbour, shops, restaurants and pubs. The off road parking is a bit tight when the upstairs apartment is occupied but there is plenty of parking spaces in the street. Highly recommended
Lovely Appartment. Warm , clean and comfortable. In middle of town near all facilities. Lots of places to visit. Bus service very good Highly recommended
Amanda
We use Lower Driftwood because my husband is disabled and the fact that it is a ground floor property is good for us. The new parking arrangement is also an improvement as we can now get the wheelchair in through the back door. The provision in the property is very good with everything you need for a comfortable stay. A couple of things that would improve accessibility for us personally would be to have grab rails either side of the front door as the step is quite high and narrow. Also a higher seated sofa as the current one is to low and soft for my husband to use.
Very clean and comfortable. Easy access to shops and harbour area.
We loved the holiday cottage as it was comfortable, well equipped and very close to the harbour area. The only issue was that the parking wasn't adequate for 2 cars the apartment upstairs shares the driveway. There wasn't room to park side by side as the residents have back access via the driveway. As they had a pram we had to move our car and the upstairs holidaymaker parked on the road instead. There was no mention of these issues and we felt that wasn't fair to the young residents.
Parking arrangements not very good
Lovely apartment, in a great, central location. Highly recommended!
Really nice place to go. Restaurants and pubs as well as the locals were all good. The cottage was ideal especially being partially disabled. The owners we particularly friendly.
A great property right in the centre of Amble. We certainly plan to go again.
Francis
Comfortable accommodation in an ideal location
Great apartment in a ideal location with close access to the shops, restaurants, harbour and beach. It would be nice if there was a welcome pack especially for those who have travelled long distances
Yvonne
Lovely accommodation and just as described. All the comforts of home you would ever need and everything was spotlessly clean. Great location to use as a base for exploring the local area. Lots of shops pubs restaurants cafes all within walking distance.
Stephen
All you could want in a holiday rental. Great location in Amble with parking and close to the Harbour with a great choice of Pubs and Restaurants all within walking distance. I wouldn't hesitate to book again
Patricia
Lovely flat comfy bed loved the walk in shower plenty hanging space having a ... Lovely flat comfy bed loved the walk in shower plenty hanging space having a decent size tv was good you have everything you need a lovely area everything in walking distance lots of amazing places to visit would definitely be back and weather was great
Alastair
Lovely flat and well kitted out. It was so quiet though it was close to the Main Street and the harbour. Plenty of shops and restaurants close by and great markets down at the harbour Saturday and Sunday. Would recommend this place to anyone.
Carole
Beautiful flat, really spacious and had everything we needed. Loved the decor, and the little touches that made it feel like home. Amazing location, it was great to be so close to the harbour and coast path.
We had a fantastic time at Lower Driftwood. Apartment very well furnished very clean and warm, it has everything we could need. It has parking for a car, centrally located near shops and Marina and lovely walks nearby. We walked to Warkworth and also to Huxley and when on the beaches they are expansive, clean and very few people. A bus service to local towns available although we may do this next time. We definitely will come again. Thoroughly recommend it
Malcolm
Lovely position. .everything we needed at the property was there..only positive things to say..the property added to having a fantastic week....
Positives far outweigh any negatives. Great location, just 1 minute from main street. Accommodation was good. Bed was comfortable but seating in lounge not so for us, it was too low. We had read previous comments about lack of hot water but we found there was plenty, we both had 2 showers each day, washed up etc. and didn't run out of hot water, if you did there is a booster button. We didn't have any problem parking but can imagine the space might be a little tight for 2 family cars. Amble is a really lovely place, plenty of pubs, places to eat, shops etc. Sunday market was great, lots of really fresh fish. Would recommend.
The apartment is excellent Open plan with good windows and glazed doors There's a double and single bedroom A great shower room with WC The location is perfect just on the edge of the town and near the harbour The town is full of shops pubs and restaurants The apartment is located on a one way street so it's quite with no through traffic. The old boat house or fish shack are on opposite ends of the harbour these are great fish and chip restaurants The people in Amble are so friendly too. We look forward to staying again
A lovely place to stay. So convenient for shops and restaurants. A really good base for going out to explore the area and there are so many places to visit. Everything we needed was supplied at the accommodation. Really good quality bedding and towels, which really makes a difference. Some lovely paintings on the walls too. Really felt like home from home.
My mum and dad really enjoyed their stay. The house was lovely. Very clean and with good facilities. It was well positioned to get around. They said they would definitely return.
Great accommodation. The dirty armchair in the living room was a negative aspects to us the same the pillows and white lamb skins on the sofa. I would rate the accommodation 10 out of 10 without those...
Patricia
Proximity to the town and harbour was useful. Private parking was good as the streets in Amble are very congested. The flat was always warm and the lighting was excellent ,both needed in October .The coastal walks from Amble are outstanding.
Lower Driftwood is really nice. Spotlessly clean, well decorated. Furnishings very good quality no mismatched castoffs, which you find in some holiday lets. Kitchen equipment well provided, but we did miss having a teapot! Amble is a nice town, with good pubs and eating places, coastal walks and sandy beaches within easy reach. We'll be back!
The property was very clean and attractive, freshly decorated. A very convenient location with plenty of local facilities close by. The proprietor was very helpful.
Description of property we thought mid leading. Presentation given to us was not that of a side street flat, but that of a cottage closer to see front. Albeit the transport and shops were within easy walk, we expected to be on sea front and not to have upstairs neighbours.
A lovely village with plenty to do
The holiday and cottage was brilliant. Most importantly was the booking experience. We had a special request and had to phone your office. We were greeted with a quick response, not the normal you are in a queue . Our request was delt quickly and efficiently and our booking was completed on the phone. First class service from Syresham.
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Coquet Enterprise Park, Amble, Northumberland, NE65 0PE