Guests say
Berty's Beach View is a well-regarded cottage with stunning sea views and a prime location in Newbiggin by the Sea. Guests appreciate the cleanliness, the friendly and helpful host, Frank, and the added bonus of free treats from the cafe below. While some find the property and its furnishings to be dated, the overall sentiment is positive, with many guests planning return visits.
The property is consistently described as clean, with several reviews highlighting its tidiness. However, one mention of fluff on radiators suggests minor oversights.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to the sea, local amenities, and the peaceful environment, making it a standout feature of the property.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the property relaxing, though there are comments about the double bed being small and one review mentioning an uncomfortable sleep.
Facilities are generally seen as adequate and well-equipped, but some guests feel that the decor is dated and the property could benefit from a refresh.
The host's thoughtfulness is well-received, with mentions of free drinks and ice cream vouchers. While these gestures are appreciated, they may not be a standard offering for all guests.
About this property
Offering the most stunning views and being just 50 yards from the beach, this stylish apartment provides the ultimate base for a family seaside break..
First Floor:
Living/dining room: 50" Freeview Smart TV
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, Doors Leading To Balcony
Second Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Highchair.. Balcony with outdoor furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. With outstanding views over the bay of Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, Bertys Beach View is set in the middle of the promenade on the first and second floor of this iconic building within the owner’s cafe, in the heart and soul of Newbiggin-by-the-Sea. First established in the early 1900s with a fascinating history and founded by Ben and Rosie, The Bertorelli family have been in residence here for generations, and to this day, this splendid building and ice cream parlour is run by Frank and Mayling Bertorelli who look forward to welcoming you to share time in this art deco style building. Visitors will receive a complementary voucher for coffee and a home made 99 Italian ice cream to enjoy whilst soaking up the ambience within the original café.
Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, once a thriving fishing village, still has a few fishing cobles and can be seen from the large windows going out to sea. If you are lucky enough, you may spot the dolphins or some seals and will often see the local ’dolphin watch’ team around.
If you are not out and about exploring, then enjoy your lunch or dinner sat in the large bay window of your apartment whilst relaxing and watching the sailing boats or admiring ’The Couple’ off shore statue, the only one on the north east coast and designed by Sean Henry. Later in the evening you can relax with the large Smart TV and admire the hand-painted cherub art featured on one wall.
When you step outside, you are on the promenade which stretches for a mile from end to end, with the Maritime Centre at one end which houses a small museum and gift shop. The village has a butcher, green grocer, bakery, takeaways, Italian and Indian restaurant. The golf course is only 500 yards away and the local bus is nearby where you can literally hop on and get off in Newcastle or Morpeth.
The historic town of Morpeth is only 8 miles and has a good selection of shops, some housed in the Edwardian Sanderson Arcade, and plenty of pubs and restaurants. Alnwick Castle is an easy drive as is the Northumbrian Heritage coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Bertys Beach View is near a great road network making travelling around this diverse county, voted the best place to holiday in the 2018 British Tourism Awards,and featured by the Sunday Times in 2023, easy in all directions. All the popular attractions are easily reached from here and with the promenade and beach literally on the doorstep, Bertys Beach View truly does offer the best of everything. Beach 50 yards. Shop and pub 50 yards, restaurant 100 yards.
Free WiFi
Reviews (16)
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Stephen
Berty's Beach View is brilliant. Fantastically friendly and helpful but unobtrusive host. Brilliant location right by the sea and with sea views. Facilities were ideal. Have already recommended Berty's Beach View to everyone I speak to! Just to flag (as wasn't a problem), apartment has some steep internal stairs to gain acces to first floor.
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Ann
Lovely little place right beside the sea. Great apartment in a wonderful location. Sea views are great, and apartment is well equipped. Newbiggin-by-the-Sea is a lovely place. The double bed was a little small for our liking, and you have to squeeze down the sides of it.
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David Johnson
Spacious apartment, very clean and comfortable. Great views from lounge/dinner window. Frank the owner was very welcoming, friendly and very generous with free teas, coffee and ice creams from his cafe below the apartment. Plenty of pubs and coop supermarket nearby plus fish and chip shop.Good location for visiting N T properties and the Northumberland coast and National Park.If you want city life Newcastle is just down the road, by car or bus. We highly recommend Bertys Beach View and hope to return in the future.