Guests say
Marine House is highly praised for its immaculate cleanliness, comfortable beds, and spaciousness, accommodating large groups with ease. Its prime location offers convenient access to local attractions and ample parking. The well-equipped facilities, including a hot tub and well-appointed kitchen, add to the enjoyable stay, despite minor issues with hot tub temperature and radiator operation. The host's excellent communication and personal service contribute to the property's strong recommendations.
Reviewers unanimously commend the property's immaculate condition, noting spotless rooms and crisp, white bedding. The high level of cleanliness is consistently highlighted, contributing to the overall positive experience.
The property's location is celebrated for its proximity to local attractions, shops, and the beach, with the added bonus of witnessing events like the Southport air show. The ease of parking is also appreciated, enhancing the convenience of the location.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the property spacious, suitable for both adults and children. The presence of en suite bathrooms in most bedrooms adds to the comfort. However, there is a mention of issues with heating in the bedrooms, which slightly impacts the comfort score.
The property is well-equipped, with a special mention of the kitchen's range oven and the outdoor hot tub. However, the score is slightly lowered due to the lack of plastic cups for outdoor use, absence of a pizza cutter, and a reported issue with the hot tub not being warm enough.
While the reviews reflect positively on the host's communication and service, there is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches that would fall under this category. Therefore, a score cannot be provided.
About this property
Situated in a prime position in the bustling town of Southport, Lancashire, is Marine House, a fabulous, eleven-bedroom, pet-friendly home. Enjoying a convenient location near a host of amenities, the beach, and various attractions, Marine House makes the ideal base for a family or group getaway, inviting 20 guests. With the Southport train station within reach, this coastal holiday home has all you need for a group gathering, with home comforts including WiFi and an enclosed garden, along with extra touches to make your holiday special, such as a hot tub and en-suite bedrooms. Arrive to two off-road parking spaces, before ascending the steps, entering the front of the property. Start off your getaway in the sitting room, where you can catch up on your favourite programmes after a day of adventure. Locate the kitchen to fulfil your self-catering needs, complete with a super array of high-quality appliances, before gathering in the dining room with seating for 20 guests to enjoy meals as a group. As the night unfolds, relax in the rear garden, adorning a babbling hot tub under a pagoda, where you can indulge in a soak after traversing across Lancashire. Marine House offers flexibility to all when it comes to resting your eyes, with the choice of eleven bedrooms, all resting across the five different floors. Once you're ready to explore, head to the local shop to stock up on the essentials, or perhaps make a reservation to dine out at one of the abundance of restaurants lying on your doorstep, including Bistrot Pierre, Auberge Brasserie, and The Office Bar & Restaurant. Within proximity to Marine House, you'll also locate King's Gardens, perfect for strolling around for vistas of Marine Lake, Southport's bustling Pier, the beach, the Botanic Gardens, and Ainsdale and Birkdale Sandhills Local Nature Reserve. Further afield, towards Ormskirk, visit Windmill Animal Farm, offering petting and feeding sessions, hike across WWT Martin Mere, follow the walking trails through Mere Sands Wood, a true wildlife haven, or experience a taste of history at the National Trust property, Rufford Old Hall. Round off your travels with a stroll across Formby Beach or a round of golf at the local golf club, before returning home in time for the sunset. Gather your entire group together at Marine House.
Southport, along with its neighbour Ainsdale, lies on the coastline where the Irish Sea meets North West England. The town was founded in 1792 when an innkeeper, William Sutton, built a bathing house at what is now the south end of Lord Street, the main road running through the town. The town was small and not very widely populated until the turn of 19th century, when it became popular with tourists due to the easy access it provided to Leeds and Liverpool Canal. It quickly expanded and now boasts the second longest pleasure pier in the British Isles, the Southport Pier Tramway and Lord Street, an elegant, tree-lined shopping destination. From Birkdale to Woodvale, sand dunes stretch along the coastline and in Ainsdale in particular, the dunes have now been listed as a National Nature Reserve and a designated Ramsar site. The coastline stretches for 22 miles, with plenty of beaches to be discovered, making this classic seaside resort the perfect place to relax and unwind. There are scenic parks and gardens to explore, fabulous shopping opportunities, an exciting nightlife, as well as a mouth-watering array of restaurants and traditional seaside amusements. Stroll down the UK’s oldest iron pier and try the old penny slot machines in the Pavilion, or ride traditional carousels at Silcock’s Funland. Family attractions include Splash World, Martin Mere and Farmer Ted’s, while The Atkinson, an £18 million arts venue, is set in a Grade II listed building hosting a variety of visual and performing arts events. Southport’s extensive events programme includes the World Musical Fireworks Championships, the Southport Food and Drink Festival, Southport Air Show, Southport Flower Show and the Southport Jazz Festival. It is part of England’s Golf Coast and is home to seven championship courses, including Royal Birkdale, which hosted The Open Championship in 2008. In a great spot for a beach break, there really is something for everyone!
Accommodation
Over five floors eleven bedrooms.
Lower Ground floor –1 double room with bathroom next door with bathroom/over bath shower WC and basin next door.
Ground floor WC.
1st Floor – 1 x double and 1 x twin rooms with ‘jack-and jill’ shower room and WC with basin.
2nd floor - 1 x kingsize and 1 x super king both with en-suite shower room WC and basin.
3rd floor - 1 x kingsize and 1 x single room both with en-suite shower room WC and basin.
4th floor – 1 x single with separate shower room WC and basin, 1 x kingsize and 1 x double room both with en-suite shower room WC and basin.
5th floor – 1 x double room with en-suite short bath/shower over bath WC and basin.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room.
Snug.
Lower-ground-floor snug
Gas central heating.
Electric Range cooker and hob, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher.
TVs, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Please bring your own towels for hot tub use.
Highchair available.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
On road pay and display parking is available on surrounding streets.
Enclosed rear, gravelled garden with furniture, hot tub, pagoda.
Two well-behaved, small dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and Marine Lake 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles, beach 0.8 miles.
Note: There are steps up into the property.
Note: Due to the age of the property, there are single steps and split levels throughout the property, please take care.
Note: No stag, hen, or similar parties.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out at 10am
Reviews (7)
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Alison
The house was perfect. Immaculately clean, well equipped with everything you could imagine. Beds were so comfortable and rooms had en suites. Great dining room. Hot tub was a wonderful addition, perfectly clean and warm. Great location, not far from the attractions of Southport, crazy golf and lovely restaurants. Great communication from the owner, with clear manual at the entrance. We had a perfect stay and would highly recommend. Thank you so much. â¤ï¸
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Sharon
We were a group of all women and enjoyed every minute. We used a local take away on the Friday night and had pizzas delivered and they were responsible price and very good quality. The house was spotless and had everything we needed. We spent time in the hot tub and enjoyed a great weekend with lovely friends would highly recommend it so much so we have already booked again for next October. If I had any negatives it would be we couldn't get the radiators on in the bedrooms but we don't know if that was something we were are were not doing or there was a fault because the rest of the house was lovely and warm Yes definitely get friends and family together an enjoy we didn't even go out we stayed in and enjoyed each other's company
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Maria
I booked it for my family to celebrate my 75th birthdayâ¦.and because I was born just around the corner from the house. We found the house very comfortable,spacious and in a good position for occupying everyone from 9 months to 83 years old⦠even though the weather was not the best. Julie also kindly allowed us a couple of extra hours leisurely checkout time because no one else was going in that dayâ¦. The only downside was that the hot tub was not warm on either daysâ¦.!, This was disappointing because we had 3 teenagers with us who were all geared up to spend time in the hot tubâ¦. Howeverâ¦.it really didnât spoil the weekendâ¦and we are now thinking of an excuse to come back to celebrate something!,,,,!