Beach Retreat

30 Customer Reviews

• "Had a lovely stay at Beach Retreat."

  It was very clean and comfortable and had everything we needed and more. "Enjoy your stay" box with biscuits, sugar, milk etc was a lovely touch. Stairs are very steep so anyone with mobility issues could struggle to get up them. Not sure which was the recycling bin. Only 2 very small negatives in what was a very enjoyable stay

  Reviewed by Suzanne5.0★Oct 2024

• "This is a very well placed cottage near the centre of Seahouses."

  It was very clean, comfortable and well supplied. The two sets of keys are very useful for a large/multi-generational party. We didn't use the log burners because the central heating was more than adequate for our early autumn stay. The parking behind the cottage was good for at least 2 cars. We enjoyed our stay. Thank you.

  Reviewed by Glennis5.0★Sep 2024

• "The only downside to the whole trip was the mattress in the large bedroom."

  We couldn't sleep on it at all (Too soft) . It might suit others. Cleaning and snack pack were a lovely touch. Garden is a suntrap.Excellent stay otherwise.

  Reviewed by Susan4.4★Sep 2024

• "Very well equipped and clean."

  The property is nicely located within the town.

  Reviewed by David5.0★Sep 2024

• "We had an issue on arrival, however this was dealt with efficiently We then went on to have a great break."

  The property is in an ideal location for Seahouses, is well equipped and maintained. Has a lovely outside area to sit in If you like TV, doesn’t work too well via the Apps, however didn’t impact our great We will definitely use this property again

  Reviewed by Carole5.0★Aug 2024

• "Really spacious property, beds comfortable and WiFi was overall reliable, would stay again."

  Reviewed by Sean5.0★Aug 2024

• "Lovely spacious house perfectly situated for all amenities, booked to attend a wedding nearby for 2 days but would love to return for a longer stay."

  Reviewed by Alan5.0★Aug 2024

• "A lovely getaway for a large group or family in this incredibly convenient and spacious property"

  Reviewed by David5.0★Jun 2024

• "Generally happy with the booking."

  House is large and comfortable. We were 4 adults and it was great to have some space. Cleanliness fine. Decent kitchen. Hot water and heating was good. A couple of niggles of varying importance: 1. The WiFi was not good. Often couldn't get any sort of connection, and even on full power was not up to much. 2. Battery in the smoke alarm was flat and beeping on arrival. Couldn't really justify an emergency call (2 of our 3 nights were the weekend) Apart from these, we were happy with our booking.

  Reviewed by David4.1★May 2024

• "The property is really beautiful and very well appointed."

  The ground level was great, we had plenty of space and the garden was a real bonus. The bedrooms were very comfortable as was the bedding and beds. I love en-suites and this house had plenty of showering, WCs, bathing facilities. The stairs are quite steep and might not be suitable for all, although we didn't need them I would hope there would be child gates available for those that do. Having read previous reviews we were a bit anxious about the parking but we had no problem at all. My husband asked the neighbours and they told us exactly where to park. On the negative side I feel the cleaners need to pay a bit more attention as we found cobwebs both in the house and the outside doors, and crumbs under the kitchen table. We were happy to follow the bin collection instructions and did so, but obviously the guests before us hadn't as we arrived to a pretty full refuse bin. I would also like to see glass recycling provision (this is something I do as a matter of course at home or in other holiday accommodation). All in all this is a lovely house in a lovely town and I would definitely book this house again.

  Reviewed by Morag4.7★Apr 2024

• "Lovely weekend stay with family, house is a good size overall in a great location minutes from Seahouses centre."

  Parking at rear is tight but has access into rear garden. Well stocked kitchen utensils for all you could need. Games, DVDs & books should you need them. Only negatives: Room with Bunk beds only suitable for children as small I think check in time could be sooner than 4pm considering you have to check out at 10am. However would recommend and would stay again.

  Reviewed by Tracey4.1★Mar 2024

• "Cottage was larger than expected, beds comfortable."

  A short walk to bus stop and High Street. Excellent location to visit Alnwick, Amble , Warkworth and other coastal areas. Many places of historical interest. Unfortunately a few negatives: Arrived at 4pmish to a very cold cottage, no starter packs for the two fires, enough washing up liquid for 2 washes only, freezer requires defrosting, cutlery tray needed cleaning,outside refuse bin was overflowing with black bags. Thankfully we found 2 oil filled radiators until the heating fired up. It's a shame about the negatives as the cottage was lovely and well positioned

  Reviewed by Susan2.8★Nov 2023

• "We had an amazing holiday from this lovely cottage."

  Facilities were spot on, everything you need.

  Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Oct 2023

• "We loved staying at Beach Retreat in Oct half term ."

  It’s a beautiful & well equipped property . Great location and parking wasn’t a problem for us as my husband is v good at navigating small ish spaces . The neighbour was reasonable too as we were reasonable & polite with us . The property is v good value for what is provided . Perfect for two families to share a lovely spacious cottage together . Would love to return .

  Reviewed by Claire5.0★Oct 2023

• "The accommodation was in a great location and surprisingly quiet being that it was on the main road."

  The accommodation was spotless and it was extremely well equipped. There was plenty of utensils, board games, bucket and spades ect. These little things make a great difference. The welcome pack was a great addition Unfortunately the beds where not up to standard and need changing asap. When you got in the master bed, you slopped to the middle, which made for a very uncomfortable nights sleep. I'm only 37 and in great physical health, and I've returned home with an achy back. The mattress on the bottom bunk was well used and when you lead on it the springs could be felt. We did turn it over and it was better but not what we'd come to expect from Northumbria Cottages. Most of our party unfortunately suffered with niggles due to the beds and it wasn't that we were just not used to the beds. The parking is a little tight but it is a good addition to the property considering it is in the centre of town. Unfortunately the neighbour across the back was not very nice and seems to take issue with holiday makers using the shared access. He parks his car in such a way you have to reverse on the main road. I was struggling to get our car out and he was out straight away standing in front of my car, shaking his head at me and telling me to back up. As a women out there on my own i found this very intimating. All he had to do was move his car slightly back, but he preferred to watch me struggle. Once you get the hang of it, it's douable just not great being stared at by Victor Meldrew. Not the owner of the cottages fault but perhaps they could have a word with him to remind him he doesn't own the shared access. If he did that to a guy he might get thumped! All in all we had a very pleasant stay and the issues didn't spoil our holiday. The beds would need addressing before we would consider booking again

  Reviewed by Karen3.1★Aug 2023

• "Guttering above front doors drips in 2 places when raining, and on the rear of the property the second rainwater drain to the right of the back door appears blocked."

  Garden could do with tidying up, but in the main we were very happy with the property, handy for Seahouses, and nice and quiet in the evenings. Plenty of variation for places to eat as well.

  Reviewed by Nigel4.7★Jul 2023

• "A well positioned property, close to the town centre."

  The ship inn food and drink was great, a bus to Bamburgh and walk back is a nice day out, as is a walk along to Beadnell and a lunch in the courtyard cafe. Scott’s Butchers a few doors away had top quality produce as well. 4 bedrooms in the property, but lots of beds as there was a trundle in one small single room and a bunk bed and trundle in the second small room. The 5th (TV room) also had a small double sofa bed. Lovely back garden that got the sun from mid day onwards. A few simple things that were a bit disappointing and could have made a big difference. No hand-soap in the toilets on arrival, and two fire places that had not been cleaned and no stater supply of wood - have always received this at every other property we have stayed at. The dark wooden blinds gave good privacy but made the house very dark and the handles / locks on the doors were a bit cheap temperamental! All in all, a good stay enjoyed by the full family, but with a few small and inexpensive tweaks it could have been great!

  Reviewed by Paul3.8★Mar 2023

• "Would highly recommend The Beach Retreat at Seahouses."

  We had an enjoyable two night stay. The property was very clean and comfortable and in an excellent location. The only issue I would like to highlight is that the parking at the rear of the propery proved challenging. This was partly due to where a neighbours car was parked. The neighbour obviously took great pleasure in watching us struggle out of their window. However this did not spoil our stay. The Beach Retreat is excellent value for money.

  Reviewed by Lesley5.0★Feb 2023

• "Beautiful spacious property, very clean throughout and comfortable."

  Short walking distance to everything in Seahouses. Definately going to return! Thank you for a great stay

  Feb 2022

• "Wonderful cottage , plenty of space and very close to all that Seahouses had to offer"

  Oct 2021

• "Lovely clean property, close to the centre of Seahouses."

  Kitchen is well equipped. Great base to explore from. We will return to Beach Retreat.

  Feb 2019

• "Excellent location, right next to all amenities."

  Good mixture of period and modern features. All very new, smart and clean.

  Nov 2018

• "We had a lovely stay at Beach Retreat."

  The cottage was warm and welcoming, comfortable beds and very conveniently located.

  Oct 2018

• "Excellent value, lovely house, great location."

  Oct 2018

• "Very spacious house with plenty of good features and modern refurbishments for family holiday close to all amenities."

  Lovely place to go. Children loved the garden and could play safely. Little room with TV and couch made such a difference. We all really enjoyed our week away.

  Aug 2018

• "Lovely house."

  Very clean. Almost everything supplied that you could need. Plenty of space.

  Jul 2018

• "Great location."

  Well maintained property with lovely garden area.

  May 2018

• "Beautifully refurbished property with flexible accommodation for a family group of seven adults (aged 20-80)."

  Ideal base to explore old haunts and new.

  May 2018

• "Had a very good week here at Beach Retreat, a well equipped and spacious cottage."

  Apr 2018

• "Booked this for two couples due to being two bedrooms with en suite."

  Everything is brand new and finished to a high standard - close to bus route, pubs, eating places, and place for two cars around the back. Wwe have been to Seahouses many times and will put this on our list of places to stay again ,

  Mar 2018

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