Guests say
Highbury Cottage in Blackpool offers a spacious environment and a great location near the beach, ideal for groups and families. The main lounge and dining area provide a pleasant communal space. However, some guests have reported concerns regarding cleanliness and maintenance.
Cleanliness has been a significant concern among several guests, with reports of dirty conditions, dusty rooms, and poorly maintained bathrooms. Some guests noted the need for a more thorough clean, although one review mentioned the property being tidy.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to the beach and attractions, with easy access to pleasant walks along the promenade. Parking permits are a helpful addition. However, there were concerns about safety due to nearby disturbances.
The property offers a good arrangement of rooms suitable for various family sizes, and the beds are described as cosy. However, some guests experienced discomfort due to issues with showers and heating.
Facilities are generally appreciated for group socialising and cooking, with a well-equipped kitchen. However, there are reports of malfunctioning showers and a lack of utensils. Maintenance responsiveness is mixed, with some issues addressed promptly.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the host. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Located on a quiet street yet a stones throw from the heart of the action, this property is perfect for memorable break in Blackpool.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Electric Fire
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Single (3ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Bunk (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 4: Single (3ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
Second Floor:
Bedroom 5: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 6: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 7: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen and Wi-Fi included. On-road parking. No smoking.. Boasting 7 en-suite bedrooms Highbury makes a superb base for groups, couples and families alike looking for a coastal break in the vintage seaside town of Blackpool. Located on a quiet side street a mere 2-minute walk from the South Shore main promenade you will find the Pleasure Beach, South Pier and sub-tropical paradise of the Sandcastle Water Park are all around a 10-minute walk. In the other direction Central Pier, Madame Tussauds, SEA life Blackpool and Blackpool Tower are all around a 20-minute walk, meaning you really are in the heart of the action. The famous tramway can also be picked up just 5 minutes from the property, meaning you can transport down the promenade in style.
With an abundance of award-winning attractions, Blackpool has something for everyone from donkey rides to white knuckle rides and fish and chips to beachside independent dining. If you fancy a change of scenery however you can follow the coast round to the beautiful sandy dunes of St Annes and wonderfully cosmopolitan ‘Leafy Lytham’. Here you’ll find stylish independent shops, colourful award-winning beach huts, sailing dinghies and rowing boats at Fairhaven Lake; and for any golfers there’s no less than four championship golf courses. You can also take Blackpool’s tramway to charming seaside town of Thornton Cleveleys which has a peaceful promenade flanked by cosy cafes. A little further still and you reach Fleetwood at the tip of the Fylde Coast, which for any shoppers out there is also home to the Affinity Outlet Lancashire.
Free WiFi
Towels are available for an extra charge of £20, payable to the owner.
Reviews (12)
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Confirmed Guest
Great position for the beach and pleasant walks along promenade to all the attractions. Really helpful having the parking permits to use. lovely arrangement of rooms to suit our party of family including grandparents/children and grandchildren of a wide age range. Found the main lounge/eating area really good - a nice place to relax/play games and eat together - something we value and find important.The kitchen would benefit from additional utensils and crockery for catering for large numbers - no large dinner plates! no wooden spoons to name a couple of suggestions. Also no organised system to use the cupboards - plates, cups, mugs and glasses all over the place!We would have expected a higher standard of cleanliness - in the kitchen - cupboards and sink area. In the bedrooms, shower and toilet facilities could be improved.
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Confirmed Guest
Booked the cottage with family friends for 4nights. Got there early and was allowed to check in early. The state of the cottage was shocking, extremely dirty and dusty, strange smell in the rooms. We had to do some cleaning before settling in. I commend the owner for changing the kettle and microwave after we complained. But the state of the cottage was poor. We stayed here 3years ago and enjoyed our stay, but this time we were disappointed to say the least.
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Nike Anderson
Our stay at Highbury Cottage was deeply disappointing. On arrival, we discovered that none of the toilets had any toilet rolls—something you'd expect as a basic provision. We had to go out and buy our own. More concerning was the state of the toilet in Room 9, which had dried waste in it. Even the toilet brush we tried to use to clean it was filthy.Despite raising these issues, the response from the host was dismissive, implying we were being dishonest about the condition of the property. I found that not only frustrating but also quite insulting. There were other cleanliness concerns throughout the house which I chose not to raise at the time, but in hindsight, I should have.The situation was made even worse by a spark and smoke incident during our stay, which resulted in the fire services being called. This was understandably distressing, yet we received no follow-up or check-in from the host afterwards—not even a courtesy message to see if we were okay.This experience left us feeling unsupported, disrespected, and let down. I would not recommend this property unless significant improvements are made to both the cleanliness standards and the host's approach to communication and responsibility.