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9 Guests
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5 Bedrooms
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2 Bathrooms
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Pets Yes
Features
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Seaside
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
22 Customer Reviews
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"Had 8 adults 1 child 2 dogs and never felt on top of one another all rooms spacious."
only one shower- small BUT everyone used daily and always hot and powerful. Kitchen very well appointed didn't want for anything. Perfect position for all amenities and beach. plenty of parking we had 5 cars in our party. 2 permits but plenty of off street parking.
Thank you for the feedback - we are so happy you had a comfortable stay with everything that you needed. Sounds like you enjoyed the house as much as we do which is lovely!!! Property Owner
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"A really well-equipped and spacious house superbly located in this charming coastal village."
However, for a house this size, a single (and small) shower is not adequate, Moreover, it leaked through the floor below and was blocked when we arrived. Would benefit from hand soap in bathrooms (mentioned in previous reviews), an explanation on how the central heating works (I had to google the control unit), clearer bin putting out instructions (alleyway?) and a glass recycling point in Alnmouth. A huge plus was the responsiveness of the NCCC/Sykes staff who quickly turned up to provide the high chair that we'd requested (but wasn't there on arrival) and sort out the shower.
Thank you for your feedback and firstly we are really glad to see that you had a good holiday. We are in absolute agreement with you on the shower and are looking at how we remodel the bathrooms. Fairhaven is popular and often heavily booked so getting a time slot to get a remodel done on the bathrooms is challenging and something that we are planning for next year. In the last two weeks we have experienced this particular issue with the shower and the property has been closed to complete this essential maintenance – we’re very sorry you experienced this problem while you were visiting and very glad NCCC was able to assist you. Thank you for the hand soap suggestion - we have now arranged for that to be provided in both bathrooms and the kitchen. During the summer we had amended the instructions for the bins but clearly this isn’t working so I have asked NCCC to revisit this and ensure it is clearer. The NCCC team have also since added the heating instructions to the information pack. Glass disposal is something we are reliant on the council for however we are also investigating how to provide more convenience for guests. We are so grateful for your constructive feedback so that we can take action, thus assisting future visitors. Property Owner
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"Lovely property excellent location close to the beach ."
Very comfortable bedrooms .Extremely well equipped kitchen Lots of stairs in the property worth bearing in mind if you’re not very mobile . Two parking permits provided got on street parking which was never an issue even though we were there over half term holidays . We had a couple of minor plumbing issues which were very promptly sorted out . Would recommend for a familiar holiday
Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback, we’re so pleased you had a good time and found the bedrooms comfortable – that makes all the difference when you want to have a good rest away from home. NCCC have sorted out the plumbing issues and we thank you for your patience on those. We are really grateful that you raised it with them so that they could be rectified. Property Owner
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"The property was very warm and comfortable."
Northumbria Coast and Cottages staff were extremely pleasant and helpful, turning up promptly when some attention was required in the house. We were disappointed that the owners appeared to be unable to be contacted to sanction a change of date, even though one of our party was taken seriously ill before our holiday began. We would certainly book with Northumbria Coast and Cottages again, though - they did everything possible to help us and facilitate our stay. Thank you.
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"Generally this property suited us very well."
On 3 storeys with several stairs, might not suit those with mobility issues. Very well equipped for the number of people staying (we were 6). Very warm and comfortable. On street parking not a problem with permits supplied. Providing hand wash and/or soap would be expected in a property of this standard. Alnmouth is a lovely small town located beside a golf course and beautiful sandy beach with several excellent restaurants and shops.
We are so happy you enjoyed the house and the village. Thank you for your great suggestion - we will now be providing hand soap in both bathrooms and the kitchen. Property Owner
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"Amazing property."
Beautifully furnished, fully equipped with everything you need, very clean, short walk to the beach and Alnmouth high street. Lovely touches like some family games, Netflix signed in, travel cots, lots and lots of towels, handy kitchen essentials kit, easy to collect the key on arrival, parking passes immediately available…. All great! We will be back!
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"We had a minor problem with the heating, but it was dealt with immediately by Northumbria Cottages."
Great stay for the second year.
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"In general the accommodation was fine."
However, two bathrooms next to each on a mezzanine floor between ground and first was insufficient and inconvenient. Only one very small shower cubicle for 9 people was a struggle. It would be a simple task to add another shower/bathroom on the top floor. We also struggled for cupboard space in the kitchen for the food we had brought. Every cupboard was full of equipment.
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"The only problem was parking, There was no car pass for restricted area outside house."
There was also no marked refuge bins for the house outside and it was a lottery if we got he correct one? Having to drive 5 miles to get rid of glass bottles was not good there should be a place for this at the house as remember people are on holiday and this should be addressed by the host.
Thank you for taking the time to feedback. We’re glad to see that you had a good time, but we are really sorry to see that you experienced a couple of issues. Unfortunately we did have problem with some parking permits going missing and whilst they are now available at Fairhaven we are sorry that you weren’t able to park outside the property during your stay. Based on your feedback we have now highlighted which bins belongs to Fairhaven to avoid future confusion and we are working on a glass recycling option. Property Owner
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"Just wonderful."
Perfect location, the sleigh bed so comfortable. House kitted out to a high standard and beautifully decorated
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"A lovely property which was well equipped and spacious."
Excellent location.
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"Great property for large gatherings, beautiful village."
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"Really enjoyed our stay at Fairhaven."
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"Excellent, large property."
Well equipped and easily accommodated our party of seven. Great location for the village of Alnmouth and the beach.
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"A lovely, spacious property which is very well equipped and furnished to a high standard."
Alnmouth is a wonderful location and there are great local facilities.
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"Nice decor and well apportioned house with tasteful furnishings and good range of kitchen utensils/ equipment."
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"A well situated,well equipped, beautifully maintained property."
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"A very well equipped property, just the right size for nine people over three generations giving us plenty of room to spread out or be together."
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"Wonderful holiday."
Great cosy house, amazing location, love the beach.
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"Lovely house, comfortable and well furnished."
Back yard is a lovely suntrap out of the wind.
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"Nice house."
Lots of DVDs and games to play. Lots of beautiful rooms and very comfy beds. Very close to the beach.
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"Enjoyed staying in Fairhaven."
Beds comfy and lovely lounge to relax in.
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Summary
- Set over three storeys
- Five bedrooms: 2 x super-king-size, 2 x second-floor super-king-size zip-link (can be set up as a twin on request), 1 x single
- Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC
- Shower room with a compact shower stall, basin and WC
- Kitchen
- Dining room
- Sitting room with gas fire
- Gas heating with gas fire
- Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
- Smart TV, Freeview, PlayStation, WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Highchair and travel cot available on request
- On-road parking subject to availability, 2 parking permits supplied
- Rear yard garden with furniture
- Two well behaved dogs welcome
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.1 miles
- Note: This property is set over three storeys and may not be suitable for those with mobility issues
- Note: Owner requests that dogs have to be over 1 year old
The property
A stunning stone townhouse close to the local beach and amenities, Fairhaven, Alnwick, is an idyllic seaside getaway for a family or a group of adults looking to explore the countryside and coast of Northumberland.
Park on-road, using the permits provided, and unpack into this stunning stone property.
Be welcomed into a lovely sitting room with themes of blue and grey throughout the furniture and a selection of sofas for you to recline on and catch up on your favourite TV shows.
Spacious and with contemporary décor, the kitchen will entice any budding chef to cook up a storm, a space sporting all of the appliances to make your stay convenient, and you can enjoy a meal together in the wonderful dining room with pale green walls and wooden flooring.
As well as a refreshing bathroom and shower room, there are five bedrooms within this property, including two super-king-size bedrooms, both with ornamental fireplaces and storage, a single bed ideal for a child, and two super-king-size zip-links on the second floor that can be set up as a twin on request.
Outside you will be delighted to find a rear yard with seating for alfresco dining and access to Riverside Road and to the beach.
Alnmouth is a marvelous seaside location with loads on offer, beginning with a brilliant beach only a short walk from the property where you can enjoy seaside walks with your four-legged companions and picnics with a view.
A selection of eateries, pubs and shops await your exploration, and there is also the option of the Old School Art gallery, England’s Oldest 9 Hole Links Golf course and the historic Old Gun Emplacement.
For more historic sites visit Warkworth, or Alnwick, where there are a range of eateries, walks, and two magnificent castles.
Explore the coast of Northumberland with a stay at the charming Fairhaven.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.
About the location
ALNMOUTH
Alnwick 4 miles.
Situated just 4 miles east of Alnwick, Alnmouth is a charming resort popular with golfers and those seeking a peaceful holiday. The village lies on a narrow spit of land between the River Aln and the North Sea and was originally the port for Alnwick. Nowadays the area has returned to its unspoilt origins and offers a good variety of shops, pubs and restaurants as well as an excellent “links” golf course and some great rivers for fishing, as well as boasting miles and miles of splendid beaches and sand dunes to explore which afford stunning views of the North Sea. A short drive will bring you to Alnwick with its famous historic castle, The Alnwick Garden housing the Poison Garden which runs guided tours through dangerous botanicals and a variety of pubs and restaurants. Alnmouth is well situated for exploring Northumberland.
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Note: This property is set over three storeys and may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.
Note: The bed in bedroom four and five is a super-king-size zip-link as standard, if you require this to be twin beds, please contact us.
Note: Owner requests that dogs have to be over 1 year old
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas