The Beach House, Alnmouth
ID: S599847
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 6
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
The Beach House in Alnmouth is praised for its stunning location, comfortable furnishings, and homely feel. Guests appreciate the property's warmth, views, and the bonus of a parking space. While some minor maintenance issues and a need for better housekeeping detail are noted, these do not detract from the overall positive experiences, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
The property generally receives positive remarks on cleanliness, with specific praise for spotless bathrooms and kitchen. However, some guests noted the presence of dog hairs, dust, and dead flies, suggesting room for improvement in deep cleaning and attention to detail.
The location is consistently lauded for its amazing sea views and peacefulness, with the estuary and beach right on the doorstep. It is described as a highlight and a significant factor in guests' enjoyment.
Guests find the house warm and the beds comfortable, with a homely atmosphere. Some guests mentioned the beds being hard, and issues with heating and fire operation, indicating slight room for enhancement in overall comfort.
The property is well-equipped and spacious, with appreciated amenities like WIFI and parking. However, guests reported several maintenance issues such as broken appliances, missing instructions, and outdated information, suggesting a need for better upkeep and clearer communication.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Boasting simply sublime views of the sea and beyond, The Beach House at Alnmouth in Northumberland, offers immaculately-presented accommodation which is ideal for a family holiday. The inviting sitting room is set up to make the most of the impressive views outside with a stylish contemporary fireplace providing an indoor focal point to the room which is somewhere for guests to gather and enjoy spending time together. Steps lead up to an additional seating area which offers panoramic sea views and is perfect for curling up with a book and chilling out. Moving into the spacious kitchen/diner and there is all the equipment needed to create delicious food for the whole family with the adjoining dining area offering an attractive space for pulling up a chair and tucking into some hearty fayre while enjoying each other’s company. On sunny days, there is nowhere better to be than the conservatory which boasts unrivalled views. When it’s time for bed, take your pick from three delightful bedrooms which are all beautifully presented and with feature large windows, make the most of the views and the light. With two bathrooms to choose from, no queue for the bathroom either! In the morning, there is nowhere better to wake up and after a refreshing coffee in the conservatory, it’s time to get out and about exploring. The idyllic village of Alnmouth is on the doorstep which boasts miles of sandy beaches just waiting to be discovered as well as a good selection of shops and eateries and a golf course. Jump in the car for a short but scenic drive to Alnwick, famous for its castle and gardens, with attractions a little further afield including Dunstanburgh Castle, Howick Hall and Gardens, Northumberland Country Zoo, Farne Islands and Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre. Activities worth having a go at while you’re here include golf at Alnmouth Golf Club, horse-riding at Slate Hall Riding Centre, surfing at Bamburgh Castle Beach and sailing at Beadnell Sailing Club. Offering a superb location close to the beach and bright and airy accommodation, The Beach House is the perfect place to book for a family beach holiday.
Situated just 4 miles east of Alnwick, Alnmouth is a charming resort popular with golfers and those seeking a peaceful holiday. The village lies on a narrow spit of land between the River Aln and the North Sea and was originally the port for Alnwick. Nowadays the area has returned to its unspoilt origins and offers a good variety of shops, pubs and restaurants as well as an excellent “links” golf course and some great rivers for fishing, as well as boasting miles and miles of splendid beaches and sand dunes to explore which afford stunning views of the North Sea. A short drive will bring you to Alnwick with its famous historic castle, The Alnwick Garden housing the Poison Garden which runs guided tours through dangerous botanicals and a variety of pubs and restaurants. Alnmouth is well situated for exploring Northumberland.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 2 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room.
Conservatory
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and grill, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Private parking for 1 car.
Patio, patio furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.2 miles, beach 0.8 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Alnwick Castle
- Northumberland Country Zoo
Reviews (12)
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Jacqui
Here is our true and honest feedback, please note that the work in progress points would not stop us booking again and is to only highlight that if these issues were corrected it would enhance future guests experience. Good points Location - Amazing sea views from everywhere. Very warm and comfortable Lots of equipment Beds wonderfully comfortable and great quality duvets Work in progress points Flies- There was dead and live flies in the house everyday, considering it was December we had no idea where they were coming from. We did report this. Fire- The flame effect fire did not work. The house was wonderfully warm, so for heat this was not a problem, but it would have been lovely for ambiance. Cobwebs and attention to detail to housekeeping. The house was clean so this is just a comment to get the housekeeper to look up and under curtains as we found sweets on floor and many cobwebs on the ceiling, as well as about twenty dead flies on the floor by front door when we first arrived. No hand soap in the toilets This would have been really useful for cleanliness The curtains in the leaving room did not close. The bracket on the curtain rail stopped the curtains. No Christmas decorations - Whilst this was not advertised, everywhere else we have stayed in mid December put up a tree and this would be a lovely touch. Thank you for a lovely stay.
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Neil
Large comfortable house and a garden too, which was nice to sit out in with breakfast as the weather was good. Lots of rooms downstairs for relaxing in, if you've a large family and want a quiet place to read, you'll find one! Neutral decor throughout the house but the views out of the windows at the front are very special. The ONLY negative was the small window in the downstairs loo was broken and wouldn't close, but that's just nitpicking and can very easily be repaired. Really loved our stay and will absolutely return!
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Samantha
Just a few things you may want to be aware of. We were unable to put anything in the blue bin as it was full with glass, we took our glass home with us, we left carboard recycling just inside the front door. The fire in the living room, we couldnt get the heat on option to work. The Remote for heating system was missing. The bath plug was not working, it would not hold the water in the bath and the bath panel is commong off. A couple of toilet holders are loose. Light above shower head popped out in the main bedroom The Toilet cistern running randomly in the main bedroom ensuite The Binoculars in the lounge are broken The China pot in the main bedroom is broken No light bulbs in bedside table lamps in the main bedroom