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Heather Cottages - Grey Seal

Bamburgh, Northumberland (Ref. 1122174)

4.1

Northumbria Coast and Country Cottages rating

  • 6 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Hot tub
  • Off road parking
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Seaside
  • Broadband / WiFi

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10 Customer Review(s)

  • Steve

    “The cottage is in a wonderful, quiet location literally a few steps from the beach.”

    It is not a cheap cottage even early in the year and that is justified by the location but the interior let it down slightly and did not quite match the location. As reported to Sykes on the Monday of our stay in the second week of February 2025 the downstairs toilet seat was loose and was the wrong shape for the toilet and the upstairs electric shower did not work. A representative of the owners did attend the next day and reported the issues for future repair. The downstairs shower room ...

    It is not a cheap cottage even early in the year and that is justified by the location but the interior let it down slightly and did not quite match the location. As reported to Sykes on the Monday of our stay in the second week of February 2025 the downstairs toilet seat was loose and was the wrong shape for the toilet and the upstairs electric shower did not work. A representative of the owners did attend the next day and reported the issues for future repair. The downstairs shower room suffered from condensation and would benefit from an electric heater as was present in the upstairs bathrooms. There was a towel rail but that was ineffective in heating the room and reducing the condensation. The main bedroom on the ground floor would benefit from improved heating, there is an electric radiator but it is not powerful enough to heat the room and it felt and smelt damp all week. Other bedrooms and the lounge had a different and far more effective type of radiator and the main bedroom would benefit from one of these being fitted. Access to the cottage is via steps a short flight of at one end and a longer steeper flight at the other end - this may make the cottage difficult for individuals with even slight mobility issues and does not appear to be mentioned in the pre booking information at present. The cottage was clean and tidy and had sufficient cutlery etc. Considering that the cottage sleeps 6 the lounge furniture only had 2 x 2 seather settees and one single armchair. Neither of the settees were particularly comfortable. The floorboards upstairs creaked very loudly and could be heard throughout the property, sufficient to wake everyone else up. Having said all that, as a couple we would happily stay there again probably slightly later in the year March/April or September/October as it is in such an wonderful location. If you like peace and quiet and direct access to a beach where you can walk for miles and hardly see anyone and enjoy nature and birdwatching this is a great place for you to stay. The hot tub was a nice extra luxury that we paid for for three days during our stay.

    - Steve, February 2025

Summary

  • Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double with TV, 1 x twin with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin
  • Upstairs has a Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
  • Upstairs twin has an ensuite also Kitchen
  • Split-level sitting/dining room with woodburning stove
  • Electric heating with woodburning stove
  • Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher
  • TV, DVD player, WiFi
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair and travel cot available on request
  • Off-road parking for 1 car
  • Enclosed lawn with patio, furniture, hot tub and barbecue
  • 1 well behaved dog welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 1.7 miles, pub 1.3 miles
  • Beach 0.1 miles
  • Note: Beau Monde Leisure Spa: Free one hour swim or gym passes up to the occupancy of the cottage
  • Note: Beau Monde also has a beauty and hair salon all cottage guests receive 5% discount on hair and beauty treatments on production of their key fobs (excluding products)
  • Note: The Apple Inn and The Apple Core give a 5% discount on food to cottage guests on production of their key fobs
  • Note: Secure bicycle stalls provided. Note: There are additional charges for the Hot Tub. 3 nights - £150, 4 nights - £180, 6 nights - £220

The property

Heather Cottages - Grey Seal is situated on the Lindisfarne Reserves on the glorious sandy beaches of Budle Bay..

These truly unique and charming former coastguard cottages stand in one of the most idyllic and desirable locations on the Northumberland coast.

Grey Seal is 1 of 5 cottages with stunning views over the dunes to Budle Bay and Lindisfarne Castle beyond.

It is reached by a private road and are in a perfect location to explore the miles of sandy beaches extending north and south.

The coastline here is extremely popular with walkers, birdwatchers, kite and wind surfers alike, and you are well placed for visits to Lindisfarne, Bamburgh, Alnwick and Berwick. GROUND FLOOR Kitchen/dining room split level, hob, oven, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, microwave. Living room with multi fuel stove, TV/DVD, French doors to garden. Bedroom 1 with double bed and TV. FIRST FLOOR Bedroom 2 with twin beds, en suite shower, WC and basin. Bedroom 3 with twin beds.

Bathroom with shower over bath, WC and basin. OTHER FACILITIES Private enclosed patio and lawn garden, own furniture, BBQ and decked area with seating.

Electric heating.

All power, starter pack for log burner, bed linen and towels included in the rent.

Parking for 1 car.

Dog welcome, 2 dogs by arrangement.

Secure bicycle stalls provided.

Limited headroom upstairs due to sloped ceiling.

There are 7 properties at Heather Cottages (Sleeps 28 in total).

Beau Monde Leisure Spa Free one hour swim or gym passes up to the occupancy of the cottage. Beau Monde also has a beauty and hair salon all cottage guests receive 5% discount on hair and beauty treatments on production of their key fobs (excluding products). The Apple Inn and The Apple Core give a 5% discount on food to cottage guests on production of their key fobs.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

BAMBURGH

Seahouses 3.5 miles; Beadnell 5.1 miles; Alnwick 16.9 miles.

The village’s sweeping sandy beaches and dramatic fortress - Bamburgh Castle - make Bamburgh one of Northumberland’s major visitor attractions. The castle can be seen for miles and dominates this part of the county’s coastline. Today it remains home to the family of the great Victorian industrialist Lord Armstrong, and is open to the public on a daily basis. Although overshadowed by the great castle, Bamburgh village is picturesque with neat grey stone cottages facing a manicured village green. There are excellent pubs, hotels with restaurants and a small selection of village shops. There are golf courses in Bamburgh and nearby Seahouses, and within easy reach are more wide sandy beaches, lovely fishing villages, stunning castles and coastal islands to explore along the dramatic Heritage Coast. There are numerous other attractions also a short drive away, including the famous Alnwick Castle and Gardens and the historic walled border town, Berwick-upon-Tweed. A superb base for exploring Northumberland.

Note: Beau Monde Leisure Spa: Free one hour swim or gym passes up to the occupancy of the cottage. Note: Beau Monde also has a beauty and hair salon all cottage guests receive 5% discount on hair and beauty treatments on production of their key fobs (excluding products). Note: The Apple Inn and The Apple Core give a 5% discount on food to cottage guests on production of their key fobs. Note: Shared laundry room and secure bicycle stalls provided
Note: Property allows 1 dog, if you wish to take more than 1 dog please contact our reservations team and they will be happy to help you.
Note: There are additional charges for the Hot Tub.
3 nights - £150, 4 nights - £180, 6 nights - £220
Note - This property has a good housekeeping bond of £250

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas