Snaptrip says
Fairwinds is a well-equipped and beautiful cottage with stunning sea views, offering a comfortable stay and an ideal base for exploring Northumberland. Guests have consistently praised the property's prime location and the comfort of the accommodation, though some noted the lack of outdoor furniture as a minor drawback.
Guests that stayed at this property said
There is no specific mention of cleanliness in the reviews provided, so it is not possible to accurately assess this category.
The location is repeatedly described as fantastic, with amazing views and a perfect setting for exploring the local area, indicating a high level of satisfaction among guests.
Comfort is highlighted with mentions of a very comfortable master bed and the overall cosiness of the house, suggesting that guests found the property to be a comfortable retreat.
Facilities are generally praised for being great and well-equipped. However, several reviews mention the absence of outdoor furniture, which impacts the score in this category.
While guests appreciated provisions for dogs, there is no mention of gifts or additional thoughtful touches that would warrant a score in this category.
About this property
Fairwinds is a wonderfully-presented detached property, boasting stunning views of the sea from its elevated position. Perched in the quaint seaside town of Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, Northumberland and with close access to all local amenities and the beach just moments away, Fairwinds is the perfect base for a family or group of friends in Northumberland. After parking up, enter your new holiday home and discover a bright and airy kitchen/diner, perfect for savouring your morning coffee or evening meals together. Down the hall, enter the welcoming sitting room, where you can relax by the warm glow of the gas fire and plan your days of exploration, or click on the TV to catch up on your favourite shows. If you prefer to soak up the sea air a little while longer, enjoy alfresco dining and a glass of wine in the evening on the patio in the private rear garden, until the stars begin to appear overhead. When sleep calls, make your way upstairs where you will find three tastefully-appointed bedrooms, a double with a freestanding bath for indulgent soaks, a twin and a bunk. Both floors also feature a shower room, so you can freshen up with ease. Kickstart your itinerary by exploring Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, home to a beautiful sandy beach, where you can while away the hours on the golden sands or paddle shores to your heart's content. Fairwinds lies less than 400m along the promenade from Church Point, one of the best dolphin spotting locations in England, whilst they don’t visit every day, with a bit of patience you might see a pod of dolphins pass-by during your stay. Head into the surrounding area and the nearby towns of Ashington and Stakeford, the former boasting a range of outdoor activities, as well as an abundance of shops and eateries, such as the popular cafe, The Grazing Sheep. Take a leisurely stroll along the River Wansbeck and admire the picturesque wildlife, before visiting the nearby market town of Morpeth, home to a variety of independent boutiques, cafes and restaurants, as well as a range of historic buildings and landmarks. From age-old castles to ancient woodland and everything in between, the area around Fairwinds is the perfect spot for discovering and exploring the best Northumberland has to offer.
Newbiggin-by-the-Sea is a small coastal town in Northumberland. The town has a selection of shops and pubs, as well as a beach. Northumberland itself is a heady combination of fishing villages, market towns, sandy beaches, magnificent castles and historic Hadrian’s Wall, tied together by beautiful countryside and abundant wildlife. 3.3 miles away is the large town of Ashington and within reach is Stakeford, which overlooks the River Wansbeck. Nine miles away is the location of the delightful market town of Morpeth which is situated centrally in Northumberland and offers the remains of an historic castle, lovely parks, riverside walks, ancient architecture and churches and an old chantry with a bagpipe museum. Newbiggin-by-the-Sea is a lovely base for whatever you decide to see and so during your Northumberland getaway.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with freestanding bath, 1 x twin, 1 x bunk.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with gas fire
Central heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
Smart TV, bluray/DVD player, CD HiFi system, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Private front garden overlooking the beach/sea.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles, beach 30 metres
Nearby points of interest
- Northumberland Country Zoo
- Booth Museum of Natural History
- Jarrow Hall (formerly Bede's World)
- Seven Stories
Reviews (8)
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Julie
The only negative was no outside furniture to sit outside and admire the view I didnât get why no furniture we had to go out and buy some chairs to sit outside.
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Nick
The location of Fairwinds is perfect with views of a beach that always has something going on. Paddle boarding, open water swimming, boats in and out of the water, a park run Saturday morning, people riding horses into the sea and even had the lifeboat launched in earnest one evening. Our only criticism of the facilities is the same one as other reviews, no furniture in the garden, a nice patio but nothing on it. Will definitely book again though perhaps take our deckchairs
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John
The views from Fairwinds are second to none looking out over the seafront and promenade. The only down side to our stay was the fact that we had a lovely large patio area overlooking the beach without a stick of outdoor furniture to be found anywhere so all our anticipations of alfresco dining or simple sitting in the garden enjoying the sunshine weâre scuppered immediately, very disappointing.