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Reviews of Countryside Escape - The Night Owl

St Margarets Farm, Alnwick, NE66 2JG, United Kingdom

#3 of 20 B&Bs and Inns in Alnwick

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 151 B&B reviews

9.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.9

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.7

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.8

  • Free WiFi

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: 22 May 2024

    10
    Absolutely perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Nothing to dislike at all

    Had a lovely relaxing 4 day break here a few weeks ago. Arrived to a lovely afternoon tea which was a lovely touch. Fiona's hospitality was second to none. Nothing was too much trouble, we felt like we were staying with family or a close friend. We seemed to be staying in the middle of nowhere yet within 5 minutes we were in the centre of Alnwick. We are already looking forward to returning :o)

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great stay, friendly host, excellent food.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything. The owner Fiona was so lovely, nothing was a problem. All so comfy lovely hot water ,beautiful bedroom beautiful views, plus cooked breakfast was all fresh and excellent.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    9.0
    A delightful stay in the glorious countryside of Northumberland
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    We enjoyed our stay very much and felt we were extremely well looked after - Breakfasts were Devine.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    10
    Amazing stay in a tranquil rural setting
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    We loved everything about The Night Owl, we cannot fault Fiona's place!

    The Night Owl definitely exceeded our expectations, everything was perfect during our stay and we already want to come back. We were greeted with a delicious Afternoon Tea on arrival, which was an amazing way to start the stay. The "Eagle Owl" room had plenty of space and a very large en-suite bathroom with very good facilities. The bed and pillows were super comfortable and the room temperature was perfect during the night as the weather was still chilly during our visit. The food during breakfast was delicious and there were plenty of cooked options as well as a very good continental offering to start. We loved the setting of this accommodation as it is situated in the heart of the Northumbrian countryside, where you can see lots of stars at night and you cannot hear a single noise. Last, but not least, we felt really welcomed by Fiona and Archie, the hosting was superb and Fiona made everything to make us feel at home.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only spent two nights there should have booked longer.

    Great location just outside of Alnwick. Felt like a home for home. Could not have been looked after better. Great food.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Easy access to lots of places ( country or coast ) accommodation had lovely views from bedroom.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    10
    Beautiful and memorable weekend
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very welcoming and homely. Friendly. Fiona was amazing and nothing too much trouble . Afternoon tea on arrival was a lovely touch and breakfasts were amazing. Very clean and comfortable highly recommend

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    10
    We're recommending this place to everybody
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Such an amazing place. Fiona is exceptionally kind, accommodating, warm and gracious as a host, and she is highly skilled in the kitchen, with so many of the ingredients used being locally sourced. The views are so beautiful, particularly over breakfast as the sun is rising, and the entire property has such a cosy, rustic feel to it. We were immediately made to feel right at home and we're already trying to find excuses to stay here again. As a side note, I suffer from chronic pain and can struggle to fall asleep, but the bed was so comfortable that I slept blissfully both nights. Highly highly recommend

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2023

    10
    Definitely recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location. Fiona is so friendly and welcoming. The views are amazing. Breakfast and afternoon tea were lovely.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We didn’t see enough of her beautiful dog Archie 💕

    Beautiful location, out on the moors and yet only 10 minutes from Alnwick. Absolutely spotless everywhere. Gorgeous garden area and able to sit outside if we chose. Fiona our host was so welcoming and provided afternoon tea on arrival, nothing was too much trouble for her. Amazing breakfast and home made bread too. Carrot cake just the best! We didn’t want to leave. Comfy beds and dressing gowns too. I could just go on and on. We will definitely be booking again. Prompt communication to any messages 😊

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved the location, lovely and quiet but only a few minutes out of Alnwick Town centre. Great to watch the birds in the garden from the sunroom. Lovely to have a sitting room to share with family / guests. It was a perfect base to explore Northumbria with family all able to stay together. There were 6 of us staying between the 3 rooms. Lovely homemade breakfasts. Fiona is a great host, very friendly but not overbearing. The house is immaculate, and the accessible room is lovely. The bathrooms were all really good and the sitting room is a really nice extra to enable you to relax with friends.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The Night Owl is a really lovely house in a great spot in the countryside. Fiona was most welcoming and with great information about local restaurants etc. Altogether a very enjoyable stay and we would definitely go back if in the area again.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    The accommodation was to an excellent standard.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2023

    10
    A lovely stay in beautiful countryside.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Lovely breakfast. Anything you could have wanted.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2023

    9.0
    We stayed for a week and saw many attractions. Very good evening meals and excellent accommodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    The breakfasts were excellent with a large choice of food and drink. Fiona was a really good host and was friendly and helpful. There was a separate lounge if needed and there was always parking. In the countryside but only just over 3 miles to Alnwick and around 2 miles to the A1 to reach different destinations and activities. Highly recommended!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2023

    10
    Excellent, so comfortable, really lovely location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Beautiful setting , really comfortable bed, excellent shower , lovely host

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quiet, in a good location not too far from Alnwick. Helpful host, good breakfast

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really. Some more shelf space near the sink in the bathroom would have come in handy, but really a minor detail.

    Everything was close to perfection! The host, the food, the views. Thoroughly recommended.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 June 2023

    9.0
    pleasant hostess & lovely dog, Archie
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    not enough electric plugs. no shelves in bathroom for toiletries.

    the countryside

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 June 2023

    10
    Excellent. Very friendly host. A superb location for a calm holiday.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 7 nights

    It was excellent; no problems.

    Excellent breakfast, lots of choice. A very quiet location with lovely countryside views.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2023

    9.0
    Just what we hoped for.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    N/A

    Clean, comfortable, quiet, friendly. Just what we like.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2023

    10
    We had a wonderful long weekend break; this B&B contributed to our enjoyment immeasurably.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    This is an amazing B&B facility. It is in a wonderfully quiet and scenic location but just a few minutes drive from the centre of Alnwick and surrounding attractions. The room and food were both excellent - and the host could not have been more welcoming and helpful. We recommend this to anyone looking for a quiet break unreservedly.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautifully and thoughtfully arranged b & b. a very enjoyable stay.

    Stayed in May 2023

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