Guests say
Portland Cottage in Beadnell is praised for its excellent location, proximity to the beach, and well-equipped kitchen. Guests appreciate the comfortable beds and the inclusion of en-suite bathrooms. The property offers a range of beach equipment and has been enjoyed for family gatherings.
Most guests found the property to be clean, with specific praise for its spotless condition upon arrival. However, some guests reported issues such as dirty kitchen cupboards, dusty windowsills, and unclean shower heads, which suggests room for improvement in cleaning standards.
The property's location is highly regarded, with guests loving the proximity to the beach and local amenities. The ease of access to nearby restaurants and the seaside setting contribute to a positive experience, making the location one of the property's strongest assets.
Guests have complimented the property's comfort, mentioning huge, comfortable beds and a well-furnished living space. However, some guests noted issues with uncomfortable mattresses and heating problems, which slightly detract from the overall comfort.
The property is well-stocked with utensils, crockery, and beach equipment, but guests have reported maintenance issues such as leaking showers, problematic locks, and insufficient heating. These issues indicate a need for better upkeep and attention to facilities.
While some guests mentioned a welcome pack and the provision of beach equipment, there are inconsistent reports on the thoughtfulness of provisions such as toilet rolls and basic supplies. Due to the lack of consistent information on gifts or extra touches, a score cannot be provided.
About this property
Resting in a popular but peaceful setting in Beadnell in Northumberland, Portland is an outstanding, detached holiday home which is perfect for a large family get-together or holiday of family and friends. The cool, contemporary style of the property is established from the get-go with the hugely impressive open-plan living space which includes a tasteful seating area tucked away under the feature wooden staircase making a really comfy and inviting spot in which to gather together and enjoy spending time chilling out. The sleek kitchen is fully fitted with everything needed to produce high quality food for the entire holiday party. The breakfast bar provides the perfect opportunity for guests to pull up a stool, pour themselves a drink and keep the designated chef company. When it’s time for dinner, guests can make their way to the large, rustic dining table where you can imagine many long, leisurely meals being had while guests can enjoy drinking and dining together and really getting into the holiday mood. Adjoining the dining area are attractive French doors which lead outside, offering the chance for some alfresco drinking and dining as well as a great space for children and any pets to run around safely while the adults can relax. All that fresh sea air will no doubt have tired out the guests, so when it’s time for bed, you can choose from four superb bedrooms; all of which are beautifully presented, have mesmerising views and boast their own TVs, so no need to worry about missing your favourite programme! After a night recharging your batteries, you can enjoy a long soak in the bath or a quick dip in the shower, and you’re good to go. Beautiful Beadnell is on the doorstep with its fantastic beach and charming selection of shops and amenities. Jump in the car to visit 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 even seals. Portland offers guests an outstanding standard of holiday accommodation in a sublime seaside setting.
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
Over three floors.
Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size with TV and en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size with TV and en-suite with bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x twin with TV and en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor super-king-size with TV.
Second-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Utility.
Please note: this property has a washer and drier along with a maid to accommodate all your washing/drying needs.
Central heating.
Electric oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, coffee machine.
5 x TV with Netflix, DVD player, selection of books and games, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available on request.
Off-road parking for 2 small cars or 1 large car.
Enclosed gardens with artificial grass, patio area, patio furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.6 miles, beach 0.4 miles.
Note: There is a refundable security deposit of £250 to pay
Reviews (14)
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Michael
Excellent property overall - just a couple of comments (1) the patio doors so not lock/close from inside and requires maintenance (2) donât provide empty shower gel/shampoo containers in the shower rooms - either leave them full or remove
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David
Had everything we needed, the only thing missing was a cheese grater. The only other issue was the limited number of toilet rolls provided. One per toilet for eight people seems a little short. The house was well proportioned with lots of space and the enclosed garden was a bonus. All the bedrooms were furnished to a good standard although the mattress in the bedroom with the balcony needs replacing.
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Sally
The kitchen is well equipped. The living and dining areas are comfortable - the sofas could do with clean and spruce up. Arrived at the property not aware that the hot water had been switched off and the water was stone cold. Only found this out when we went to run a bath for the children. Iâm all for energy saving but a notice (a bit more apparent than the section in the house information folder) would have been appreciated. The driveway is very small and suitable for one car only. You can park on the grass verge opposite the property, however that might get tricky in peak season as people visiting the area to walk on the beach park there too. There is a notice telling guests to ensure their vehicle parked on the drive is not obstructing the bins early on Weds morning so that they can be emptied and threatening a significant charge. We complied, only for bin not to be emptied anyway! Bedrooms well presented, however the bed in the room with the veranda was the most uncomfortable bed we have ever slept on in holiday accommodation. We reported this, but never received a response from Sykes. The shower in the room with the bath did not produce any hot water at all, so those in our party sleeping in that room had to use the shower in the twin bedroom. Toilet in same room moved when sat on. The garden is pleasant and sunny - a washing line would have been helpful and would have saved energy by not using the tumble dryer. We requested a stair gate but were told there was not one available. When we got to the property there was one in the upstairs cupboard but couldnât be used as some of the fixings were missing. We requested that the travel cot was put up in the twin room but when we arrived we had to search and find it in a cupboard. We requested a high chair - we found that in the utility covered in dust so it needed cleaning before use. Wi-Fi was good. So overall my view is that you are paying a premium price for the location but property needs some tlc. Donât get me wrong, our party was mainly comfortable and we had a lovely holiday but just felt the whole overall experience was a bit below par.