Guests say
Guests consistently praise the spaciousness, cleanliness, and well-kept garden of the Alcuin cottage. The property is appreciated for its generous welcome pack, ample parking, and its proximity to local amenities and the beach. While some decor is noted as retro, the house is equipped with modern conveniences, and the owners are commended for their responsiveness and hospitality.
Reviewers frequently mention the property's cleanliness, describing it as very clean and well-maintained, which indicates a high standard of cleanliness throughout the property.
The property's location is generally well-regarded, with guests appreciating its quiet setting, proximity to the beach, local shops, and attractions, although a few noted the beach is a 25-minute walk.
Comfort is highlighted with mentions of comfortable beds and furnishings. Some guests, however, had personal preferences regarding mattress firmness and bed size, slightly affecting the score.
Facilities are well-received, with special mentions of the well-equipped kitchen and large garden. Points were deducted for comments on the need for more plug sockets, soft-close kitchen cupboards, and the dining area's size.
The thoughtfulness of the owners is evident from the welcome pack and other provisions left for guests. While these gifts are highly appreciated, it's important to note that such offerings are subject to change and may not be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Tucked away in the pretty seaside town of Hornsea, East Riding of Yorkshire, is this a spacious detached four-bedroom property, Alcuin. Enjoying a prime position along the coast and easy access to the local ameni-ties and the city of Hull, Alcuin is a wonderful dwelling for a group or family of eight looking for their next Yorkshire escape. Park-up on the spacious driveway with room for four cars, before making your way into your new home-from-home. Step into the generous kitchen, where the chef of the group can conjure up delicious feasts, ready to be enjoyed at one of two dining tables over a bottle of fizz. After a hearty meal, retire to the sitting room where you can sink back into the plush sofas and select a family favourite to watch on the TV, as the fire gently warms the space. If you’d prefer a quiet moment, why not snuggle up on the sofa in the snug and escape with a good book? Completing the ground-floor is a cloak-room for your convenience. Climb the stairs up to the first floor, where you can wash away the day with a refreshing shower or a soak in the bath, before choosing from one of four well-appointed bedrooms, two doubles and two twins. Explore your local surroundings, where you will find an excellent selection of pubs, restaurants, cafes and takeaways right on your doorstep, perfect for giving the chef of the party a night off from the kitchen! Just a short walk away you will find the picturesque Hornsea Mere, here you can take to the waters on a boat or cast your rod to seek out your catch of the day, the mere also makes for a great bird-watching spot. Wildlife enthusiasts will delight at the nearby Bugtopia Hornsea Zoo, or if that isn’t your thing, why not test out your clubs at the fantastic Hornsea Gofl Club, which is only four doors down. Other attractions within the town include the Hall Garth Park, Hornsea Museum and the golden sands of Hornsea Beach. Hornsea Freeport Shopping Outlet is popular for shopping and has newly introduced a Pottery painting unit with 100’s of different things to paint, and serving traditional afternoon teas.
For a taste of city life, head over to Hull where you can wander along the Humber Estuary to find the popular Deep aquarium featuring an underwater tunnel, the interesting Streetlife Museum and the fasci-nating Wilberforce House. Next stop is Bridlington, home to its own fabulous beach and promenade, along with The Bayle Museum, the John Bull World of Rock and the Bridlington Animal Park. Explore the stunning Flamborough Headland Heritage Coast, where you can soak up the breath-taking views and spot puffins at the RSPB Bempton Cliffs, tour the impressive Sewerby Hall and Gardens or stroll through the idyllic Danes Dyke Nature Reserve. All this and more awaits with a stay at Alcuin.
In Hornsea, on the East Coast, about 15 miles south of Bridlington, you'll find a charming coastal village. Families may enjoy long, wide, safe sand beaches and a beautiful promenade with well-kept gardens at this historic Victorian resort. Small shops, bars, and cafes abound in the historic town centre, while Hornsea Mere, the largest natural lake in Yorkshire, is just a short drive away and provides sailing, fishing, and boat rides. A half-hour drive from Hornsea Freeport is Bempton Cliffs rspb reserve, which boasts one of the greatest mainland puffin populations in Britain.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 2 x double, 2 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over and basin.
Bathroom with bath and walk in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room.
Snug, Sun Room
Gas central heating with electric fire.
Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 4 cars.
Large rear garden with lawn.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.5 miles, pub 1 mile, beach 1.2 miles.
Please BE aware: This property accepts a maximum of 8 people, including infants.
Reviews (22)
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Gillian
It was our 2nd time here so we knew what we was going to. This time we asked our family to join us. Very comfortable and clean. The provision of towels was good and beds were made up for us. We do find the lack of plug sockets can be a slight problem especially when trying to use hairdryer as there are no sockets near a mirror. We took an extension lead with us. Contact with the owner was excellent and the provisions left were excellent. The dairy free cakes and milk was good as grandaughter is dairy free and loved that she had treats to eat x
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David R
The house is very spacious, warm and a little quirky and dated. It had everything we needed: lots of fridge/freezer space, kitchen equipment etc. As in previous reviews, the double beds were rather small being used to a king sized beds. The rear garden was enormous and great for the children. Large driveway, so easy and spacious parking. Sea front walkable in 30 minutes, drivable in 5. Whiteheads fish and chips (excellent) just half a mile away as is a large Tesco. A most pleasant and enjoyable stay.
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Anthony
A spacious, clean, well equipped and comfortable house with a huge garden.