Guests say
The Old Parish Hall in Seahouses is praised for its excellent location, peaceful surroundings, and spacious accommodation, making it a great base for exploring Northumberland. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, off-street parking, and proximity to local amenities and the beach. While many found the property clean and comfortable, some noted areas needing maintenance and updates, such as the garden, beds, and bathroom fittings. A few guests mentioned minor cleanliness issues and challenges with parking or garden enclosure, but overall, most enjoyed their stay and would consider returning.
Most guests found the property clean and tidy, but several reviews mention issues such as grimy kitchen and bathroom, musty smells, stained bedding, and overflowing bins. Some guests cleaned areas themselves or found minor oversights, indicating inconsistency in cleaning standards.
The location is consistently highlighted as a major positive, with guests loving the quiet setting, sea views, beautiful garden, and easy walking access to Seahouses, the harbour, and local attractions.
Many guests described the cottage as comfortable, spacious, and cosy, but some noted issues with soft or uncomfortable beds, lack of bath mats, and occasional problems with heating or hot water. Overall, comfort was generally good but with room for improvement.
The property offers good amenities such as a well-equipped kitchen and parking, but several reviews mention maintenance issues, such as tired décor, broken fittings, weak shower, and garden upkeep. Some facilities, like the summerhouse, are no longer present.
One guest mentioned finding and leaving a bath mat for future guests, but as gifts or thoughtful extras are not consistently referenced or guaranteed, this cannot be relied upon.
About this property
This detached house offers an excellent base for families from which to explore the Northumberland Heritage Coastline designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.. 3 steps to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Conservatory.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. . Garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Formerly the Old Parish Hall situated on the cusp of the traditional village of Seahouses, this detached property has undergone a makeover to provide comfortable self-catering holiday accommodation conveniently located all on one level. The living has a cosy feel to it with doors leading to a conservatory overlooking the pretty garden. All three bedrooms, the family bathroom and the kitchen are also well presented.
The Old Parish Hall is located within north Sunderland and situated at the edge of Seahouses. There is a wide array of facilities including tearooms, restaurants, pubs and shops all around a mile away. Boat trips to the Farne Islands, which are famous for their nesting seabirds and grey seal colonies, run from the harbour. Horse riding is available within a gentle stroll from The Old Parish Hall and there’s an impressive golf course on the links around a mile away. The picture postcard village of Bamburgh, protected by its dramatic fortress, is only 2 miles north with its wide expanse of golden, and often empty, sandy beaches, and where the tidal island of Lindisfarne, locally known as ’Holy Island’ and the birthplace of Christianity in the UK, can be viewed. A further 2 miles up the coastline brings you to Waren Mill, which is steeped in history. Once an important port, its harbour has long since disappeared, silted up beneath the sands of the estuary. Budle Bay is a bird sanctuary and at low tide a vast expanse of mud flats is the home to countless sea and land birds, making this location a haven for bird watchers. The market town of Alnwick, with its own castle offers many facilities a few miles inland. Alnwick Garden is a popular visitor attraction with its Grand Cascade Waterfall and restaurant within the largest tree house in Europe. Beach 1 mile. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant 200 yards.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (28)
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Gail Melling
We had a great holiday in the Old Parish Hall, our second visit.Accommodation in an ideal location, fantastic amenities within walking distance, not too far to travel to other places, we love Seahouses.The house itself was clean and comfortable and we enjoyed the peace and quiet, may be in need of some updating and painting, but overall a wonderful holiday.
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Confirmed Guest
House needs TLC. Garden was quite overgrown. Concerned how stained mattress cover was on double bed obviously not changed everytime. From outside house was needing revamped and repainted. Could be nice with some work. Wouldn't rebook this cottage
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Confirmed Guest
The location of this property is ideal. Lovely walks etc.Unfortunately when we arrived the outside bins were overflowing with rubbish from previous occupants. I don’t know when they were last emptied as flies were buzzing around. There was no refuse collection in the time we were there so unfortunately it was the same when we left. As The bins are at the front of the house somewhat unpleasant.I certainly wouldn’t like to be blamed for this situation. There was no hot water until Tuesday evening after several phone calls. The shower curtain is badly stained. When sweeping the floor I found used plaster.As a previous guest commented on the patio doors don’t close well.Lovely garden unfortunately the garden furniture was very dirty.