Guests say
Seaside Retreat in Morpeth receives glowing praise for its spotlessly clean and well-equipped interiors, cosy atmosphere, and excellent location close to Amble’s harbour, beach, and amenities. Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches, spaciousness, and dog-friendly features. The cottage is described as a true home from home, with many visitors returning for repeat stays. Minor concerns include the attic bedroom’s low ceiling, temperature control, and a high front step for those with mobility issues, but these do not detract from the overwhelmingly positive experience.
Cleanliness is consistently highlighted, with multiple guests describing the property as spotlessly clean, immaculate, and the cleanest cottage they have visited. Only positive remarks were made regarding cleanliness.
The location is praised for its proximity to the harbour, beach, shops, and restaurants, making it ideal for exploring Amble and Northumberland. One guest noted the road outside was busy and Amble itself less attractive, but the majority found the location excellent.
Guests frequently mention the cottage’s comfort, cosy atmosphere, and homely feel. The beds and lounge are described as comfortable. A few noted the attic bedroom’s restricted headroom and some difficulty with temperature control, but overall comfort is rated very highly.
Facilities are a standout feature, with guests repeatedly stating the cottage is exceptionally well-equipped, including modern appliances like an air fryer and smart TV. Only minor suggestions for improvement were made, such as adding a tumble dryer or extra handrail.
Many guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as a welcome pack and seaside-themed décor, which made their stay feel special. Please note that while some guests received gifts or welcome packs, these are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Only a short walk to the shops, restaurants, harbour and beach in this friendly small town ideal for couples and families.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Gas Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and fuel for gas fire included. Highchair and stairgate. . Back garden with patio and garden furniture. On road parking. No smoking. Please note: There is a step to the garden from the back door.. Seaside Retreat is set in the heart of Amble, close to the harbour where you will find some lovely little eating places and seats to sit and watch the fishing boats.
This good size holiday home is ideal for couples or a small family with a south facing rear sitting-out area which is fully enclosed and catches the sun until evening. This comfortable holiday home has plenty of space for four and reflects a coastal theme throughout. A walk along the pier is always pleasant with some lovely sunsets to finish off your day. Amble has some bespoke shops, plenty of cafes, fish and chip shops and a highly acclaimed Italian Style Ice Cream Parlour all within easy walking distance.
A pleasant walk along the river brings you to Warkworth about 2 miles, a picture postcard village with the castle sat at the top of the hill, stop off in one of the friendly pubs or cafes. Further along the coast you come to Craster, Seahouses and Bamburgh all steeped in history and lovely for a few hours exploring. A little further past here you can cross the causeway and visit Holy Island for a step back in time experience. The railway station at Alnmouth is only a few minutes’ drive where you can hop onto a train to Edinburgh or Newcastle and spend a great day exploring these historic cities steeped in history.
Alnwick is only 15 minutes away with its majestic castle used in some harry Potter and Downton Abbey scenes, a great experience for both adults and children. Look around the small town exploring the cobbled streets and shops. The beaches up the Northumberland Coast aonb remain unspoilt and underpopulated so there is always a place to find some seclusion should you wish, Cresswell and Druridge Bay beaches remain isolated most of the time and are only a short drive south. Whilst in Northumberland why not take a trip over to Hadrian’s Wall for a completely different day trip away from the coast and discover more about the Romans and the famous Roman Wall. Beach 1 mile.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (34)
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Tracey Dixon
This is a very nice house in a lovely location. We would have enjoyed our stay and recommended to others had we not had a very unpleasant experience while staying there. On arrival there was a bedroom that was locked, this was not mentioned in the booking. The door is not marked private but we assumed it was a storeroom. Our concern arose on the second day of our stay when a door that was 100% locked was open when we came back from a walk. The only way that door could have become unlocked was if someone had entered the house while we were out. Owner denied this had happened. We felt uncomfortable for the rest of our holiday and due to these circumstances would not stay again.
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Confirmed Guest
Stayed here a number of times while visiting relatives nearby so it's become our home away from home. Always clean and welcoming. Parking has never been a problem. When it's not available we have stayed in other properties in Amble but will always return to this one if we can.
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Confirmed Guest
Fabulous home from home. Warm cosy everything we needed