Guests say
Beach Retreat in Seahouses is a well-received cottage, praised for its cleanliness, prime location, and spaciousness. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and the sunlit garden. While parking can be tight and some maintenance issues were noted, the property's charm and proximity to local amenities make it a popular choice for families and groups seeking a coastal getaway.
The property consistently receives high marks for cleanliness, with guests noting it as very clean and well-maintained. A few minor comments about cobwebs and crumbs suggest room for improvement, but overall, the standard of cleanliness is high.
The location is highly praised for being close to the town centre, with easy access to pubs, restaurants, and local attractions. The convenience and quietness of the location contribute to its excellent rating.
Comfort is generally well-regarded, with mentions of comfortable beds and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. However, some guests reported issues with mattresses and the steepness of stairs, slightly lowering the score.
Facilities are modern and the property is well-equipped, but some guests encountered maintenance issues such as blocked drains and problematic heating. The presence of games and a well-stocked kitchen are positives, but the need for better maintenance affects the score.
Guests mention a welcome pack, which adds a thoughtful touch to their stay. However, as gifts are not guaranteed for every stay, this score reflects the positive impact of such gestures when provided.
About this property
A pretty stone-built terraced cottage settled into the coastal town of Seahouses, within easy reach of the town centre, Beach Retreat is the ideal Northumberland getaway for a family. Be welcomed by this lovely stone terraced property and get cosy in a characterful sitting room, with wooden roofbeams treaded throughout the ceiling and a bare brick fireplace housing a woodburning stove, great for warming your feet after a long day at the beach as you relax in one of the leather sofas. When mealtimes call, a tasteful kitchen/diner sports an amply fitted kitchen with wooden flooring and contemporary furniture, stocked with all of the amenities needed to make a heart-warming meal, and there is a woodburning stove and tiled floor throughout the dining area, as well as a quirky wooden bench, adding a real countryside cottage feel.
Four bedrooms rest throughout this property, as well as a family bathroom, including a spacious king-size with an en-suite, a double bedroom with an en-suite, a single and a bunk, as well as a playroom for children to enjoy, where there is an additional sofa bed (bedding not included). Outside, enjoy dining alfresco in a patio space bordered by pretty shrubs providing a pop of colour. Seahouses is a fantastic coastal location where you can enjoy a hot meal at one of the local eateries, or coffee in a quaint tea shop before checking out the local independent shops and scenic harbour.
Seahouses has a local golf club and a fantastic sandy beach, however you can explore the local scenery further with Serenity Farne Island Boat Tours. Travel a short distance from the property you will find Bamburgh with its impressive castle and scenic coastline, and beyond that the historic Holy Island boasting many shops, eateries and fascinating historical sites, including Lindisfarne Priory and Lindisfarne Castle. Make a seaside getaway to remember with a stay at Beach Retreat.
A bustling, pretty fishing village with an attractive harbour, situated on the beautiful Northumbrian coast in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Seahouses offers a variety of shops and a good selection of inns, pubs and eating places. Nearby are miles and miles of splendid sandy beaches and the opportunity to visit the bird sanctuary or seal colony on the famous Farne Islands with boat trips running daily from Seahouses, is not to be missed. There are numerous castles and great houses to explore, such as the magnificent castles at Bamburgh, Cragside, and Alnwick (home of the Duke of Northumberland), to mention just a few. Golf, fishing and riding are also available locally.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x double with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x bunk, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner with woodburning stove.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Playroom with sofa bed and TV
Oil heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
2 x TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available on request.
Off-road parking for 2 cars at the rear of the property.
Large rear garden with patio and furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.3 miles.
Note: Additional sleeping in playroom on sofa bed, linen and bedding not included
Nearby points of interest
- Bamburgh Castle
Reviews (27)
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Jennifer
Plenty of space (we were a party of 4 adults and 3 children), very well presented, clean, ample utensils and comfortable beds. Lovely enclosed outdoor area to the rear, which I can imagine being a little sun trap in the summer. The only downside is the parking, but it would not deter us from staying again. We had a fantastic stay and will definitely be back.
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Melvyn
It was very clean, with good quality fixtures and fittings. Parking is welcome, but a bit tight manoeuvring into the space available. There were no oven trays, only pyrex glass casserole dishes, and no microwaveable bowls, which was inconvenient when preparing dinners. Although generally the house was warm (we had cold weather throughout) the lounge and master bedroom were still cool when all other rooms were nice and warm. On one morning the heating failed to come on (the hive control showed no connection) we tried the contact number from sykes, but it was an office number for northumberland cottages, which didn't open till 10:00, we tried a mobile number we found in the cottage for Claire but couldn't connect. Fortunately the heating came on after a couple of hours. The cottage is in a great position in Seahouses,, with a cracking butchers a couple of doors down and pubs and restaurants nearby. Great having two en suites, family bathroom and toilet downstairs. There was only four adults in our group but the cottage would easily accommodate more people and would be good for a family. All in all a very nice stay in the cottage and a great location for exploring the area. Would fully recommend.
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Carole
Everything was there for a comfortable short stay. Being elderly, we both found the main beds to be very low. We would love to re-visit next year.