The Haven is a beautifully renovated cottage on Holy Island, praised for its central location, stunning views, and tranquil atmosphere. Guests consistently highlight its comfort, cleanliness, and well-equipped facilities, making it ideal for families and dog owners. The cottage offers a cosy retreat with thoughtful touches and helpful hosts. While a few guests noted minor issues such as low ceilings, slippery stairs, and a not fully secure garden for some dogs, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Multiple reviews mention the cottage being clean and well maintained, with guests arriving to a spotless and welcoming environment. No significant complaints about cleanliness were noted.
The location is frequently described as perfect, central, and offering beautiful views. Proximity to the sea, village amenities, and local attractions is highly valued by guests.
Guests find the cottage warm, cosy, and comfortable, with particular praise for the beds and lounge. A few minor issues were mentioned, such as low ceilings for taller guests and slippery stairs, but overall comfort is rated very highly.
The cottage is repeatedly described as well equipped, with a high standard of kitchen and living facilities. Some guests noted the garden wall may not be secure for all dogs, and the stairs can be slippery, but these are minor compared to the overall positive feedback.
Guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as welcome gifts (e.g., prosecco and milk), and found the hosts to be helpful and communicative. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
Situated on fabulous Holy Island, accessed via a tidal causeway, this fantastic holiday cottage awaits, offering the perfect seaside retreat.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner, Sofa Bed (Double), French Doors Leading To Garden
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Slow Cooker, Fridge, Freezer, Coffee Machine, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request. Welcome pack. . Enclosed lawned garden with patio. On-road parking. No smoking. Please note: There are 3 steps in the garden. Please be aware that access to the Holy Island is restricted due to tidal times, please check prior to travelling.. When you travel over the tidal causeway to the Holy Island, past the sand dunes and beaches of the Northumberland Coast this wonderful little island awaits with heaps of character and charm. Having been completely upgraded throughout in 2019 to a good standard, this terraced cottage, with its own private garden, is right in the centre of the village with all the shops and amenities almost on the doorstep.
The ground floor provides a dining kitchen with high spec utilities and a gorgeous living room with a wood burner and a simply stunning view over the typical cottage garden towards Lindisfarne Castle, a National Trust property. Upstairs there are 2 bedrooms, one with a kingsize bed and the other can be used as either a twin or double making this cottage the perfect option for couples, friends or small families. The bathroom in this property is breath-taking. The freestanding bath might as well shout at you with instructions to get in it immediately, even the shower has a rainfall shower head.
There is a quality sofa bed in the living room which can provide an additional double bed if required. It is clear to see the level of attention to detail and care that the owners have put into this wonderful property, making it the perfect choice for a holiday retreat. Beach 250 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 50 yards.
Free WiFi
Please check local tides as the causeway to Holy Island is under water at high tide.
Logs - first basket free of charge, remainder available locally.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Andrew Sample
Fabulous cottage right in the centre, comfortable lounge area, spacious bedrooms, nice wood burner fire and well equipped cottage, would highly recommend.
Mark Rose
It was havenly😇
Confirmed Guest
This is the perfect place for a stay on Holy Island; a central location, a garden, friendly and helpful hosts and a clean and well kept home from home. We hope to return again soon.
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