Guests say
Palmers Rest is a well-received holiday cottage in Beadnell, praised for its proximity to the beach, spacious and well-equipped kitchen, and comfortable furnishings. Guests appreciate the thoughtful welcome pack and the conservatory for extra space. While some minor maintenance issues and cleanliness concerns were noted, the overall experience remains positive, with guests expressing a desire to return.
The property generally meets expectations for cleanliness, but some guests have reported issues such as mould on bath mats and dust in certain areas. Regular deep cleaning and attention to detail could improve this aspect.
The cottage's location is highly praised, being only a short walk from the beach and well-situated for exploring the area. It is considered ideal for a relaxing holiday.
Guests find the property comfortable, with attractive furnishings and a well-equipped kitchen. The conservatory adds to the living space, and the beds are described as very comfy, contributing to a pleasant stay.
The facilities are generally well-regarded, especially the kitchen. However, some guests have noted wobbly chairs and weak wifi signal. Maintenance of the garden and shower could be improved.
The owners' thoughtfulness is evident from the welcome pack provided. While such gestures are appreciated, they are not guaranteed and may vary with each stay.
About this property
Occupying a prime location in the heart of sought after Beadnell in Northumberland, Palmers Rest is a delightful, single-storey holiday home which is perfect for a large family get-together or small gathering of family and friends. The property offers plenty of space with alternative living areas so whether you want to gather together or get away from each other, you can do either! The sitting room has been tastefully styled to create a really inviting space which benefits from plenty of seating and an open fire, somewhere you can imagine coming together to swap holiday stories and enjoy each other’s company. The open-plan kitchen/diner is a really welcoming area with an ample fully fitted kitchen providing everything needed to cook tasty food for the holiday party and the breakfast bar has stools ready for guests to sit down, pour themselves a drink and keep the chef company. Leading off from here, there is an attractive dining area where when it’s time to eat, you can gather and indulge in long and relaxing meals together. The addition of the light and airy conservatory overlooking the fantastic, enclosed gardens, means that there is another space in which to relax; maybe somewhere you can curl up on your own with a book, or simply enjoy chilling out together. At bedtime, there are four equally well-presented bedrooms (a super-king-size, two doubles and a twin) and all being on the ground-floor means they are easy to access. There are two bathrooms in the property, so plenty of choice whether you’re looking for a refreshing dip in the shower or a long soak in the bath. Just a short walk from the property is the fantastic beach at Beadnell and you can also walk into the village which has a few shops and pubs. Hop in the car to visit nearby coastal towns and villages including Seahouses, Bamburgh, Warkworth and Alnmouth. Jump in the car for a scenic drive to attractions such as Bamburgh Castle, Hadrian’s Wall, Northumberland Country Zoo, Dunstanburgh Castle, Alnwick Castle and Gardens and you can even take a boat trip to Farne Islands where you might get sightings of unusual birds and grey seals. Palmers Rest offers guests a delightful home-from-home where they are sure to have a relaxing holiday.
This attractive and peaceful harbour village is situated beside one of the most beautiful stretches of Northumberland’s Heritage Coastline - Beadnell Bay. Established in Saxon times, Beadnell was once an important fishing village and a smuggler's haven. Nowadays, it is still a fishing village, but is equally popular with holidaymakers who come to enjoy its pretty harbour and, of course, the nearby sandy beaches. The village has a shop, two pubs and a café serving food. Popular Seahouses is just over a mile away and has shops, a supermarket and restaurants, and it also offers boat trips from the harbour to the magnificent Farne Islands - a haven for bird watchers. Bamburgh is close by, whilst the market town of Alnwick with its Castle and Gardens, shops, pubs and restaurants is a short drive away.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Four bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size, 2 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with open fire.
Conservatory
Electric heating with open fire.
Electric oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
TV, selection of books, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Gardens, patio area, patio furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles, beach 0.8 miles
Reviews (5)
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Mary-jane
The kitchen area into dining room has been beautifully done and was a great gathering place (especially since the conservatory was closely joined and a fabulous place to sit and watch the world go by). The chairs at the island felt unsafe and my elderly parents became scared to sit on them as they wobbled and creaked- maybe replacing them would be wise before someone has an accident. The only downside of this house was the cleanlinessâ¦â¦ this is our 9th visit to the area so have been in many different houses. Itâs clear that a company is paid to come in and clean for next visitors-Iâm suspecting they are not given enough time to properly clean but either way things should be checked more regularly. Plastic shower/bath mats were black with moald (something could be easily fixed with a soak in a bleach filled sink), shower in general had a build up of black and some corners of rooms were very dusty and dirty. These are things that maybe donât need done weekly but definitely need done more regularly than they are being done. Beds were very comfy but I was extremely shocked to see the mattress was covered with only one sheet-no mattress protectors or even double sheets (which will very quickly mean replacement of mattress)â¦â¦not nice when many people are visiting and sleeping on them. Also the bush at the front gate was over grown so much that you could barely get through on to the path which was particularly tough for my elderly dad who isnât steady on his feet and struggled more than the rest of us to come through gate â¦.. I did notice a gardener who came to cut grass so maybe should be looking at other areas of garden too! I do have photos of all these things but see there is no option to do this here. This all sounds negative but I have to add that we would use this house again and thoroughly enjoyed our stay (a bit of dirt didnât kill anyone)â¦â¦ itâs just after so many stays in different houses itâs sad to see time not being spent on maintaining them to the best of standards. It almost gives the impression that such holiday homes are just a money making scheme for owners and that they donât care-which I genuinely donât think can be true of all.
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Anne
House was perfect, hoping to come back soon.
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Charmaine
A very well equipped kitchen and everything spotlessly clean throughout. Thoughtful owners had left a welcome pack - much appreciated. We would definitely book again if we revisit the north-east. Minor observation - the wifi signal was weak in some areas of the bungalow and an extender would help improve it.