The Anchor Inn

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Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.3

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About this property

Set in an 18th-century coaching inn, The Anchor Inn offers free Wi-Fi, home-cooked food and luxury rooms with scenic views. The inn is situated in Whittonstall, on the border of Northumberland and Durham. The elegant bedrooms each have a marble bathroom with fluffy robes, a power shower and hair straighteners. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee facilities with mineral water. The Anchor Inn restaurant serves classic British cuisine using locally sourced ingredients. There are 2 cosy bars with exposed beams and stone walls, and hearty cooked breakfasts are available daily. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, The Anchor is a 30-minute drive from Newcastle Upon Tyne. There is free on-site parking, and Northumberland National Park is within a 25-minute drive.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Carole
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast was great lots of choices and big portions. Staff so friendly and helpful. The room was lovely and clean with up to date technology on TV. You should ask for a room with a view of surrounding landscape.”
Vaike
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A lovely country atmosphere and very comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful. Would recommend if you want excellent food and lodgings.”
Tom
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We have stayed many times. A first class establishment in every way.”
Sandra
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The hotel was excellent. Friendly, professional staff. Good food and relaxing atmosphere. Stunning scenery.”
Pamela
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent breakfast, good evening meal, lovely size room”
Suzanna
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location, easy to book in, very friendly attentive staff. Food was amazing, fish platter beautiful and pies are the best I've had, even beat the pie factory! Can't comment on the desserts as couldn't squeeze one in! Even had a nice bottle of...”
Gwyneth
Bermuda Bermuda
“Perfect place to stay for visiting family. Good dining options.”
Ian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great little find, central for exploring Northumberland. Good food, good beers, and comfortable room. We didn't require anything more.”
Catherine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location was lovely. Breakfast good value and evening meals were amazing.”
Anne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast was good Bed was comfortable Staff were helpful”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    American • British • Italian • Pizza
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:00
Check-out
From 07:30 to 11:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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