Guests say
Gullsway is a well-located cottage with a spacious lounge, comfortable beds, and good water pressure. It's close to the beach, local shops, and eateries. The property has received some updates and offers a cosy stay with a well-equipped kitchen and an enclosed garden, ideal for pets. While some areas require further attention, the property's prime location and the efforts to address feedback are appreciated.
The property has been noted for its overall cleanliness, but some guests mentioned issues such as grubby dining chairs, a stained mattress protector, musty towels, and a damp patch in a bedroom. A deep clean and attention to these details could improve the experience.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to the beach, local amenities, and scenic walks. It's a quiet spot with sea views, making it an ideal base for exploring the surrounding area.
Guests found the beds comfortable and the living room spacious. However, some mentioned that certain mattresses were uncomfortable and the decor could be updated for enhanced comfort.
The property is well-equipped, but several reviews cited maintenance issues such as broken garden chairs, a smoking oven, and a shower head that wouldn't stay on its holder. While some fixtures have been replaced, others still need attention.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special touches that would fall under the category of thoughtfulness. Therefore, it's not possible to provide a score for this category.
About this property
Located on the seafront, just yards from the beach, Gullsway has its own enclosed garden and patio - perfect for families.. All on the
Lower Ground Floor:
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Ipod Dock, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: Bunk (3ft) Beds.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair.. Patio with garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Gullsway is a detached single-storey cottage directly facing the sea in the picture postcard coastal village of Beadnell. Situated on the prestigious Harbour Road; Gullsway offers immaculately presented self-catering holiday accommodation. There is a cosy wood burner in the living room where the sea views are mesmerising. To the rear of the property is a fully enclosed patio garden; an idyllic place to dine alfresco.
Beadnell is a popular holiday destination and offers local facilities including a well-stocked village shop and family friendly pubs serving good food all within a gentle stroll from Gullsway. This is a popular destination for water-sports enthusiasts, including sailing, sea kayaking, wind surfing and scuba diving. It can truly be described as the jewel in Northumberland’s seaside crown; idyllic for a romantic barefoot stroll in the sand, to listen to the waves lap against the shoreline and inhale the invigorating sea air. Two miles up the coastline is the traditional fishing port of Seahouses where boat trips to the nearby Farne Islands – famous for its bird sanctuaries and seal colony – depart regularly from its harbour. Here there are several charming tea rooms, quaint pubs and shops with horse-riding, fishing and golf on the links close by, this being only a sample of the many amenities available in this popular location. A further 3 miles up the coastline is the picturesque village of Bamburgh, which lies snuggled in the shadow of its majestic fortress and commands the power and presence of the seasoned television set it regularly becomes. Holy Island – known as the birthplace of Christianity, and is the site of Lindisfarne Castle, can be seen from the unspoilt golden, sandy beach. Just a few miles inland is the bustling market town of Alnwick, with its own dramatic castle (and film location for Harry Potter’s Hogwarts Academy). Visitors will enjoy a trip to Alnwick Garden – a spectacular interpretation of a formal garden including the Grand Cascade waterfall and restaurant within the largest tree house in Europe!
Gullsway is an excellent choice for those seeking very smart coastal accommodation, conveniently situated within easy walking distance to a beautiful expanse of golden sands, making this a superb selection for a traditional seaside holiday set within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Beach 30 yards. Shop 100 yards, pub and restaurant 200 yards.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Bamburgh Castle
Reviews (13)
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Nicole
We’ve stayed in lots of Beadnell properties and decided this time to try somewhere outside of the newer estate. Having read some mixed reviews, we were a little sceptical but echo what recent reviewers have said. The location is great — we discovered the lovely little beach just across the road, and there’s also a scenic alternative walk to the main bay via the church and cow field. The bungalow itself is more spacious than the photos suggest, particularly the lounge which felt much larger in person. Beds and bedding were comfortable, and the shower and water pressure were excellent.It’s clear that feedback is being listened to — the bathroom looks newly refurbished, and during our stay, someone came out to fit a new toilet seat, fix a blind, and repair the garden chairs. Doors and windows were all clean and working fine.However, there are still a few areas that would benefit from some extra TLC. The dining room chairs were grubby, with ripped fabric and crumbs present on arrival (not caused by us). A deep clean wouldn’t go amiss — we noticed a stained mattress protector in the front room and a musty smell from some of the towels and furnishings, which did take the edge off the overall experience.A full-length mirror would also have been a welcome addition — small touches like this can make a big difference when you're staying away from home and looking for a little extra quality. These may seem like minor things, but with such strong competition in the area, they’re the kind of details that help a property stand out.In summary: a well-located, spacious property with good basics in place, but a bit more attention to detail could really elevate the overall stay.
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Kev Haslam
A lovely detached bungalow, with beach access 100m away from the front door, and a 10 minute walk to Beadnell Bay. 200m to the local shop and 10 minute walk to cafes and pubs. Nice big living room, small enclosed rear garden, bathroom with over-bath shower. Clothes rail in the bedrooms.Some of the fixtures and fittings are a little tired - dining table chairs, bedroom carpet worn / stained, washing machine door not closing, broken garden chairs, half the sky remote buttons don't work.There was a small cleaning pack with dishcloth, sponge, washing up liquid and dishwasher tabs, but no welcome pack so had to go straight out to get coffee and tea. There were some UHT and sugar sachets, so maybe they forgot to put the welcome pack out.Clothes dryer has been replaced (previous review), but the over did smoke and all we were doing was warming up some croissants. Still no details on bin day, so both bins were full when we got there. However, given all of the above I would still go back as the location is perfect and the price makes it excellent value for money.
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Kelly Dawson
Good location, nice clean cottage, with everything that you need. If nit picking one of the mattresses was uncomfortable.