Guests say
Carmel is a spacious and comfortable cottage in Chathill, highly praised for its unbeatable location just moments from the beach and close to local amenities. Guests consistently enjoy the peaceful setting, well-equipped interiors, and easy access to scenic walks and restaurants. While the property is generally clean and cosy, some guests noted areas needing a deeper clean and minor maintenance. Facilities are good, though a few appliances and amenities could be updated or better stocked. Overall, Carmel offers a delightful seaside retreat, ideal for families and beach lovers.
Most guests found the cottage clean and tidy on arrival, with accessible surfaces and living areas well maintained. However, several reviews mention the need for a deeper clean in less accessible areas, such as high rafters and extractor fans, and some crockery and pans were found unwashed. These issues were not universal but noted by multiple guests.
The location is repeatedly described as outstanding, with the cottage just steps from the beach and close to local cafes, restaurants, and scenic walks. Guests loved the proximity to Beadnell Bay and the peaceful surroundings.
Guests found the cottage spacious, warm, and comfortable, with cosy living areas and good beds. A few minor comments were made about a firm mattress and the need for a spruce up, but overall comfort levels were high.
The cottage is well equipped with most essentials, including a well-stocked kitchen and outdoor furniture. Some guests noted issues with appliances (hob, dishwasher, floor lamp), missing items (umbrella, games, DVDs), and a need for more consumables (dishwasher tablets, bin bags). Facilities are good but could benefit from updates and clearer information.
Some guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as festive decorations and a basic welcome tray, but these are not guaranteed. Several reviews noted a lack of extra amenities like books, games, or more generous welcome packs, and suggested these would enhance the experience.
About this property
Ideal for watersports enthusiasts and beach lovers as Carmel sits just 100 yards from the dramatic Northumberland coast.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Ceramic Hob, Electric Oven, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Separate Toilet..
LPG central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Cot and highchair.. Decking with garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Carmel is a delightful, thoughtfully furnished, spacious detached bungalow, which is found nestled behind the sand dunes of Beadnell Bay. The accommodation within Carmel is stylish and extremely comfortable. It will appeal to the discerning holidaymaker who seeks home from home comforts. The property has been decorated with attention to detail throughout. The spacious hallway with its more than adequate size cloakroom/toilet, leads into the living area with full height glass windows enhancing its bright and airy ambience. The gorgeous open plan living area with its comfortable sofas, large Freeview TV, next to the friendly comfort of the wood burner ensures a warm welcome regardless of the season. The kitchen has good quality appliances including a built-in wine cooler. The crockery and cutlery reflect the clean style of Carmel but with the home from home ambience of soft furnishings.The two bedrooms both offer comfortable furnishings, cosy bedding, soft carpets and fitted wardrobes with large mirrors enhancing the tranquil feeling of this superb property. The contemporary bathroom has both a shower cubicle and a bath.
Outside the property there is a beautiful decked area with comfortable furniture, ideal for al fresco dining, where guests can enjoy the wonderful sea air and watch the wildlife which frequent the area. Parking can be found to the front of the property, and there is also a large storage area which can house surfboards, canoes, pushchairs and more. There are two onsite tennis courts for sole use of residents and guests of Bernicia Way, Beadnell is a popular holiday destination and offers local facilities including a well-stocked village shop and family friendly pubs serving good food. The wide expanse of golden sandy beach, which Beadnell Bay is renowned for, is within a gentle stroll from Carmel. This is a popular destination for watersports enthusiasts, including sailing, sea kayaking, wind surfing and scuba diving.
Beadnell Bay can truly be described as the jewel in Northumberland’s seaside crown; idyllic for a romantic barefoot stroll in the sand, to listen to the waves lap against the shoreline and inhale the invigorating sea air. 2 miles up the coastline is the traditional fishing port of Seahouses where boat trips to the nearby Farne Islands – famous for its bird sanctuaries and seal colony – depart regularly from its harbour. Here there are several charming tea rooms, quaint pubs and shops with horse-riding, fishing and golf on the links close by, these being only a sample of the many amenities available in this popular location. A further 3 miles up the coastline is the picturesque village of Bamburgh, which lies snuggled in the shadow of its majestic fortress and commands the power and presence of the seasoned television set it regularly becomes. Holy Island, known as the birthplace of Christianity and the site of Lindisfarne Castle – can be seen from the unspoilt golden, sandy beach. Just a few miles inland is the bustling market town of Alnwick, with its own dramatic castle and film location for Harry Potter’s Hogwarts Academy! Visitors will enjoy a trip to Alnwick Garden – a spectacular interpretation of a formal garden including the Grand Cascade waterfall and restaurant within the largest tree house in Europe! Carmel is an excellent choice for those seeking very smart coastal accommodation conveniently situated within easy walking distance to a beautiful expanse of golden sands, making Carmel a superb selection for a traditional seaside holiday set within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Beach 100 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 800 yards.
Free WiFi
Reviews (26)
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Confirmed Guest
Absolutely fantastic place to stay - 5 minute walk from the beach.Beautifully decorated accommodation with a huge amount of space. The king size bed was a little too firm for me, but that is nit-picking!
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Stephen G
A truly great location, just a stone’s throw from one of Northumberland’s best beaches. The cottage is clean, comfortable and modern with enough to make your stay a nice one. The accommodation is in a quiet group of holiday lets with tennis courts close by. If anything could be improved it is the little things - there weren’t any spare washing tablets, bin-bags, condiments and toilet roll so you’ll need to take your own. The appliances are ok but not brilliant. The welcome booklet is out of date so wi-fi codes and cottage inventory are not up to date (no games/dvds/missing plate, wine glasses). The outdoor store was useful for all the beach equipment. Would we go there again? Definitely. We really enjoyed it- these are small niggles and Just a few more little touches would make it a perfect 5 star retreat.
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Confirmed Guest
We enjoyed our stay. It was good value, although price has gone up a lot for next year. The guest information folder needs updating as it mentions board games, books, dvds and tourist information- there’s none of those, there’s not a DVD player either anyway. I think it could do with some books/games/jigsaws, as well as a radio or music system. Welcome items is just like a hospitality tray in a hotel - sachets of milk, tea bags etc, no wine, bread, fresh milk and so on. We’ve stayed on this estate twice before and my parents also stay here so we’ve been in a few of the properties. The internet was okay. Shower and bath both good. Outdoor furniture nice. All appliances were excellent. I love the mirrors, the furnishings, sofas, the beds and so on. Loads of crockery and cutlery. It’d be great if there were some travel mugs so you could take a coffee or tea down the beach, as it is that close! Also needs a bin in the toilet for sanitary ware. There’s no laundry tabs so if you like to do your washing whilst away then pack your own. Mum’s property had some so we used theirs as we were going straight on to Yorkshire for a week after here. I would definitely recommend to others.