Guests say
The Boat House in Bamburgh & Holy Island Area is praised for its spectacular beachside location and charming village proximity. Guests appreciate the spaciousness, the views, and the easy beach access, making it a favourite for family holidays and dog-friendly stays. While the setting is idyllic, some guests have noted maintenance issues and cleanliness concerns that slightly mar the experience.
Guests have reported cleanliness issues such as dirty kitchen utensils and blocked showers. However, these seem to be isolated incidents rather than a general trend, suggesting that while improvements could be made, the property is generally kept in a satisfactory condition.
The location is consistently lauded for its proximity to the beach and village amenities. It is described as one of the great secrets of the British coastline, with easy access to local pubs, restaurants, and artisan shops, making it an exceptional vacation spot.
The property is generally found to be comfortable, with a particularly comfortable king-size bed noted. However, some guests have mentioned that certain rooms do not heat up well, and there have been comments about the adequacy of bathroom facilities when the house is at full capacity.
While the property is well-equipped and offers great views and parking, guests have pointed out maintenance issues such as a leak causing water damage, a rusty barbecue, and overgrown gardens. These issues suggest that the facilities are good but require better upkeep.
There is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts in the reviews. Therefore, it is not possible to assess the thoughtfulness of the hosts in terms of providing extra amenities or welcome gifts, and the score is set to null.
About this property
Within the dunes of Bamburgh, The Boat house is a unique holiday cottage that has been presented to an exquisite standard, making the perfect base for up to 8 guests to explore Northumberland.
An outstanding beach house in a fabulous location set in the dunes… The Boat House has direct beach access with awesome views of Bamburgh Castle and the coastline. This beautiful property is a former lifeboat house… in fact it was the first of its kind in the UK!
Step inside and the interiors are traditional coastal style, immaculately presented throughout with a lovely open plan living space complete with a woodburning stove and a contemporary kitchen. Upstairs the three bedrooms are beautiful… cosy and welcoming with pretty bedding and tasteful coastal touches. Outside there’s a large enclosed garden with table and chairs and direct beach access.
The Boat House is well located for Bamburgh’s shops, cafes and pubs, all just a short walk away. Don’t miss the Grace Darling Museum and of course the iconic Bamburgh Castle. Take a boat trip to the Farne Islands to view sea birds and grey seals from Seahouses (3 miles) and Holy Island and the nature reserve of Budle Bay are both a short drive away.Size: sleeps: 8 in 4 bedrooms.Beds: 3 x king size beds, 1 x twin beds.
AccommodationGround FloorLarge open plan kitchen, living room and dining area: electric range cooker, washing machine, (tumble dryer in outhouse), dishwasher, fridge freezer, microwave oven. Access to patio and enclosed garden. Master bedroom: king size bed with en-suiteEnsuite: bath with shower over, WC, wash hand basin.Bedroom 2: King size bed with feature fireplace
First floor:Bedroom 3: king size bed, built in wardrobe and stunning views of the castle and coast.Bedroom 4: twin beds, views towards Bamburgh Castle.Bathroom: bath, shower cubicle, WC and wash hand basin.
Entertainment: flatscreen TV, Blu Ray player, DVDs/games.For families: cot and high chair available on request.Outside: patio and a large fully enclosed garden with outdoor furniture. Direct beach access.Parking: parking for 3 cars on drive, 1 on road side.General: WiFi. bed linen and towels provided. Central heating. Pets: pets welcome. Note - you will need to pay an additional pet fee and you must not leave dogs unattended in the property.Accidental Damage Deposit: you may need to pay an Accidental Damage Deposit or Accidental Damage Deposit Waiver for this property. Where applicable we will contact you in good time before your holiday with further details and to take payment.
Nearby points of interest
- Bamburgh Castle
- Haggerston Castle
- Alnwick Castle
Reviews (28)
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Mr Dougall
Enjoyed a great week in the property, absolutely everything we needed and in a perfect position for beach fun.
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Mr Roberts
Location was fantastic it was great being able to nip back to the house. The enclosed courtyard meant the kids could be sand free before entering the house.
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Mr Bradshaw
The cottage is in an amazing setting, nestled among the dunes at the foot of Bamburgh Castle so the location is perfect for the beach but is also only a short stroll to the excellent butchers, three pubs and delis in the village. The road on which the cottage is located is quiet at night although it is very near two beach car parks so there is some traffic during the day. The kitchen was well appointed and the sitting room ideal for us to watch the Euro final. The three double bedrooms are spacious and the beds very comfortable. There were only three of us staying so the cottage was fine for us but be aware that if all the bedrooms are occupied by two people per bedroom then as one bedroom is en suite, it means there will be only one loo available (in the family bathroom) for the remaining occupants of the other three bedrooms.