Guests say
Garden House in Alnmouth is highly praised for its spaciousness, cleanliness, and excellent location. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities, comfortable furnishings, and the enclosed garden, which is ideal for pets and children. The property's proximity to transport links and local attractions adds to its appeal. While there are minor mentions of dust and road noise, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests planning to return.
Reviews consistently mention the property being clean and well-maintained, with only a minor comment about some storage spaces being a little dusty. The high level of cleanliness contributes significantly to the positive guest experiences.
The property's location is frequently highlighted as a major plus, with its proximity to bus routes, the beach, and local amenities. The scenic views and easy access to Alnmouth are also appreciated, making it an ideal base for exploring Northumberland.
Guests find the property very comfortable, noting the spacious rooms, 'squashy' sofas, and lovely beds. The house's ability to accommodate families and pets with ease is a recurring theme in the reviews.
The facilities are described as excellent, with a well-equipped kitchen, efficient heating, and reliable Wi-Fi. The presence of a secure garden and ample parking are also noted. There is a single mention of the absence of a downstairs toilet, but overall, the facilities meet guests' needs effectively.
Several reviews mention the thoughtful touches provided by the owner, such as milk and biscuits on arrival. While these gestures are appreciated, it is important to note that such personal touches, although delightful, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A stunning wood-clad historic property resting in the quaint seaside town of Alnmouth, Garden House is a truly incredible seaside base for a family or group of adults looking to explore Northumberland. Be welcomed by the picturesque white-painted exterior of this property, with wood panels decorated with black beams, encouraging you to grab a coffee and get cosy in a magnificent sitting room where the grand traditional fireplace now house an electric fire stove, and green walls complement a tall roof with wood panels, and you will be able to enjoy this space by reclining in one of the stylish leather sofas. When it comes to cooking up a storm, the spacious kitchen is ready to cater to all of your culinary needs, with loads of space for guests to cook together, as well as many amenities, a large dining table for all guests and a vintage hanging clothes horse, and there is a second dining room with a patterned old-fashioned carpet and beautiful bay windows. Freshen up in the bathroom or shower room and allow the handy utility room to take care of all of your sandy clothes, before snuggling up in one of the tastefully historic rooms, including a double room with wood panelled walls and ceiling, a twin bedroom great for children and with loads of storage and a family room housing a double and single bed, as well as an ornamental fireplace. There is a rear garden with a patio, sporting a sitting area from which you can enjoy the surrounding countryside and mature shrubs, with the church and historic buildings peeking out from behind the water and the tops of the trees, a truly lovely space for a cup of tea. Alnmouth is a fantastic coastal town housing the estuary at the mouth of the River Aln, a great spot for wildlife and scenic walks, as well as a fantastic sandy beach ideal for watersports and wild swimming. Alnmouth offers a selection of eateries where you can enjoy a hot meal, as well as a local golf course, access to the England Coast Path leading from Amble to Bamburgh, and a local gallery. Travel a little further and you can explore the wonderful historic market town of Alnwick, where there are riverside walks through Hulne Park, many independent shops, tasty eateries and last but certainly not least, the incredible Alnwick Castle. Indulge in the history and scenery of Northumberland with a stay at the charming Garden House.
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 double, 1 x twin, 1 x family with double and single.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Dining room.
Sitting room with electric fire
Gas heating with electric fire stove.
Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
2 x TV, 2 x DVD player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available on request.
Off-road ample parking.
Rear garden with patio and furniture and storage for bikes.
One well behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.9 miles, pub 1.4 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Alnwick Castle
- Northumberland Country Zoo
Reviews (36)
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Christine
Lots of space for a family of 5. In a great location. Very clean and nice and quiet. Having a little garden was great for our grandaughter. Lovely views from all the windows and Mrs Tulip was very helpful.
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Kelly
So much bigger than it looks on the picture. Garden was lovely and relaxing. Theres a lovely costal path walk into Alnmouth which takes around 25 mins to the beach and just 5 mins in the car to Alnwick. The Market Tavern and Lilburns in Alnwick were excellent for food, dont bother with the Sun Inn in Alnmouth, it wasnt good! Only thing i could ask for is a baby gate option, our nearly 2 year old loved the stairs and its a big house and shes fast lol!! Would highly recommend this house
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John
Situated off a road with a bus stop outside and a train station close by. Lovely garden area , lots of parking. Spacious inside with excellent facilities. We loved the kitchen with the huge dining table. The bedrooms are spacious but the beds could be bigger and more comfortable. Some of the singles are only suitable for children and the doubles are small too. The outside at the front needs painting too. But overall an excellent place to stay and one we would return to