23A Gordon Street

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Mr Bailey
March 2020

“The accommodation was very comfortable and surprisingly spacious for a place described as "compact".”

We needed to contact the owner as we couldn't get the central heating to work (the pressure was too low) but once we had it up and running, it was warm and cosy especially with the log fire burning in the grate. The cottage is literally a couple of minutes walk from the beach which was great for the dogs (though I note they are not allowed on that beach during the summer). Amble is a great place to stay, with plenty of shops, restaurants, cafes and pubs and 2 "history trails" to explore. ...

We needed to contact the owner as we couldn't get the central heating to work (the pressure was too low) but once we had it up and running, it was warm and cosy especially with the log fire burning in the grate. The cottage is literally a couple of minutes walk from the beach which was great for the dogs (though I note they are not allowed on that beach during the summer). Amble is a great place to stay, with plenty of shops, restaurants, cafes and pubs and 2 "history trails" to explore. It's also near miles of gorgeous sandy beaches and dunes (which are dog friendly all year round) with loads of castles and other places of interest to explore nearby. Unfortunately, towards the end of our holiday, the government issued directives for pubs and cafes to close, and the National Trust and English Heritage also had to close their properties because of the coronavirus pandemic. This is going to be a tough time for many of the small local businesses but hopefully once this crisis is over, many people will choose to stay in the UK and visit places like Northumberland, which has so much to offer, rather than going abroad. We will certainly want to return! As other reviewers have noted, there are lots of steps to this first floor accommodation so not suitable for those with limited mobility. There is now a small table and chairs in the lounge so you have somewhere to sit to eat and some hooks on the back of the bedroom door. There is a window which won't close which makes one of the bathrooms a bit cold but doesn't affect the rest of the cottage and the other en suite bathroom is fine.
Mrs Murray November 2019

“Lovely accom and location Homely and clean Many windows didn't work and needs attention”
Mrs Gerry October 2019

“Marvellous flat that is very well set out to maximise space and comfort.”

Everything you would need for a self catering break. Sea view from the double bedroom. Warm and cosy. Spotlessly clean. Short stroll to the beach & harbour & town centre. Will definitely stay here again.
Mrs Bilton October 2019

“Accommodation was adequate but lacked any homely touches.”

No mirror near a socket for hairdryer/ straighteners. Towels were found thrown under the bed or an untidy pile in back bedroom. A little bit more effort and it could be a nice place.
Mrs Devlin September 2019

“The holiday accommodation was lovely, well situated, and had everything we could possibly need.”

There were lots of information leaflets (which are useful for people who do not have access to the internet via a phone). Only suggestions would be that the windows in both bathrooms and in the main bedroom need fixing, as they do not close, the bedrooms could do with curtains or blinds which block out the light a bit more, and it would be good to have details of recycling. Otherwise a really lovely stay, would definitely stay there again.
LamplighterNE August 2019

“Small and cosy flat”

I booked this cottage at the last minute without checking tripadvisor. I was quite worried when I did, I’ve never stayed anywhere with a 1 star rating! I’ve never booked with Sykes before either, though we regularly use other cottage companies. So, I was quite relieved by what we found. The flat was thoroughly clean (and we had our toddler with us, so I’ve been fishing toys from under the sofa! Even there was clean). The living room is small, but cosy and comfortable. The bedrooms are both a decent size. The kitchen is well equipped and everything works. Everything is nicely decorated. The TV in the pictures has been upgraded to a large smart TV and the WiFi was good. Sykes says it ‘may not be suitable for customers with mobility issues’. It definitely isn’t. The access is up a half flight of concrete stairs in the back yard. The door at the top of the stairs opens outward, so once you’ve unlocked it you have to back down a few steps to open it. We found this a bit inconvenient with small children, it would be very difficult for anyone with mobility issues. There isn’t much soundproofing between this and the lower flat, we heard a lot of sound from below so I expect they heard even more from us as the living room floor is laminate without soundproofing. There’s nowhere to hang coats and the handles have fallen off several of the windows making it difficult to open/close them. There’s a tiny dining table to seat two. The flat is in a great location for the beach and the splash park/playground and there’s a small co-op at the end of the road. The local area is quiet and we didn’t have any problems with parking. There’s also a sea view from one seat in the living room!
Mrs Benneworth August 2019

“We really enjoyed our stay here.”

The flat was very cosy and clean and the living room was really comfortable. Everything was nicely decorated and the smart TV and WiFi were good. The kitchen was well equipped and everything worked well. The location was great for kids with the beach and playground nearby. Plenty of towels provided in a range of sizes. Several of the windows were broken with the handles snapped off and lying on the windowsills. The kitchen one wouldn’t stay open and the shower room one wouldn’t close - ok for us in summer but I wouldn’t want to stay in winter until it was fixed. There is a lot of noise transfer between this flat and the ground floor flat. The blind in the twin bedroom is sheer white and blocks out no light, which isn’t ideal for kids. There’s also nowhere to hang coats.
Mrs Mason-burns August 2019

“The apartment we stayed in was spotlessly clean, conveniently located and exactly as described.”

The water pressure in the shower was fabulous and the kitchen contained pretty much everything we were looking for. The only thing we were missing was better weather
Mr Sutton June 2019

“Limited parking in street Amble welcoming town plenty of places to eat & a good center for visiting Northumberlandand.”
Mrs Lane May 2019

“One comment - If you are not good at climbing stairs then perhaps this property is not good for you.”

There is a short flight of steep concrete steps from the yard to the door of the property. Once inside there is another flight of steep stairs, carpeted, into the flat itself. That is the only drawback we found. Everything else was perfect.
Mrs Mcfadzen April 2019

“A lovely position, just round the corner from the sea front and close to shops, pubs, restaurants and eating places.”

A well appointed apartment with everything you would need. It would have been nice however to have been provided with a 'Welcome' supply of logs for the first night.. Many other properties provide this.
Miss Harding March 2019

“Great apartment, great area had everything we needed”
Mr Blakeburn February 2019

“Excellent flat in a perfect position,would recommend highly.”
Mrs Fellows February 2019

“Excellent clean accommodation.”

There were only a couple of points that I would make and that is the lack of storage in the main bedroom as there was no wardrobe and only a small wardrobe in the twin bedded room and there was no freezer or freezer compartment in the fridge which would have been useful.
Mrs Watson February 2019

“A lovely comfortable apartment.”

Great location near some beautiful beaches. Had a nice relaxing long weekend. Apartment was clean and had a good kitchen.
Mrs Frew December 2018

“More info re recycling of bottles please otherwise it was good value for money x”
Mr Cutting October 2018

“Lovely little flat in a great location for taking in the beauty of Amble and the Northumberland Coastline.”

Nice, modern and tastefully decorated. Very well equipped with everything you might need. Some slight issues with the cleanliness in relation to lipstick on some glasses, dirty gril pan and accessories in bathroom very dirty but hope this is just a blip.
Mrs Allport October 2018

“It's in an ideal location for visiting the area.”

Very warm,cosy and comfortable. Had a lovely week with coastal walls and good pubs. Would definitely stay here again.Well looked after by the owners who are helpful. I'd recommend putting 2 coat hooks at the bottom of the stairs and a hook by the sink for a tea towel.
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The property

This charming, first floor apartment occupying the top floor of an end-terrace house is situated in the pretty coastal village of Amble-by-the-Sea, just a short stroll from the stunning Northumbrian coastline.

This lovely self-catering apartment is ideal for a couple or small family wishing to explore this beautiful county.

Tastefully furbished, this welcoming apartment offers two bedrooms, one of which has en-suite facilities, as well as a separate shower room.

The well-equipped, modern kitchen has all you need to rustle up a tasty meal and the sitting room has a warming fire and cosy sofas to curl up into at the end of the day.

The bustling port of Amble has something for everyone; sample the delights of the renowned restaurant The Boathouse or wander through the busy Sunday market searching for treasures.

Visit the stunning Warkworth Castle, which is just a mile away, take a drive to the coastal villages of Alnmouth and Craster, or explore Alnwick with its impressive castle and gardens.

An excellent base with plenty to see and do in the area.

Note: This property is situated above Ref. 903661, together they sleep 8.

Summary

All first floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x twin
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Sitting room with open fire.
Gas central heating with open fire
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, TV with Freeview, DVD, radio, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Fuel for fire available to purchase locally (Only Wood to be used)
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Roadside parking
Shared, rear yard with furniture
Two well-behaved pets welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shops and pubs 5 mins walk
Beach 2 mins walk
Note: Two steps in kitchen
Note: No dining area inside property
Note: Access to the apartment is via the shared yard
Note: May not be suitable for guests with limited mobility.

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About the location

AMBLE

Warkworth 1 mile; Alnmouth 4 miles.

The bustling little seaport of Amble is situated at the mouth of the River Coquet and is an ideal place for exploring Northumberland. Historically a centre for boatbuilding, Amble offers a marina, a harbour, sandy beaches and coastal walks to the bird sanctuary at Hauxley and country park at Druridge Bay. Large fishing boats moor along the harbour wall and land a variety of fish, prawns, crabs and lobsters. There is a fish centre on the side of the harbour that is now primarily a shell fish hatchery to re-stock levels of lobster and other shell fish, this sells local fish and is open to the public. A mile south of Amble is Coquet Island, an RSPB reserve with a large population of terns, puffins and eider ducks and boat trips around the island can be arranged. The pretty coastal villages of Alnmouth and Craster and numerous superb beaches are only a short drive away, whilst picturesque Warkworth with its castle, charming Alnwick with its castle and award-winning gardens, and the National Trust’s Wallington Hall and Cragside are all within easy reach.

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23A Gordon Street

Amble-by-the-Sea, Northumberland (Ref. 903662)

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Features

“The accommodation was very comfortable and surprisingly spacious for a place described as "compact".”

“Lovely accom and location Homely and clean Many windows didn't work and needs attention”

“Marvellous flat that is very well set out to maximise space and comfort.”

“Accommodation was adequate but lacked any homely touches.”

“The holiday accommodation was lovely, well situated, and had everything we could possibly need.”

“Small and cosy flat”

“We really enjoyed our stay here.”

“The apartment we stayed in was spotlessly clean, conveniently located and exactly as described.”

“Limited parking in street Amble welcoming town plenty of places to eat & a good center for visiting Northumberlandand.”

“One comment - If you are not good at climbing stairs then perhaps this property is not good for you.”

“A lovely position, just round the corner from the sea front and close to shops, pubs, restaurants and eating places.”

“Great apartment, great area had everything we needed”

“Excellent flat in a perfect position,would recommend highly.”

“Excellent clean accommodation.”

“A lovely comfortable apartment.”

“More info re recycling of bottles please otherwise it was good value for money x”

“Lovely little flat in a great location for taking in the beauty of Amble and the Northumberland Coastline.”

“It's in an ideal location for visiting the area.”