Greengate
When it comes to a seaside holiday, you can’t beat being within walking distance from the beach. Happily, during a stay at Greengate you’re very well positioned in Seahouses: not only are you withing a few minutes’ stroll from the sand but you’re also close to the delightful old harbour, which is lined with shops, pubs and restaurants, including Lewis’s, which is famed for its excellent fish and chips.
Set within its own lawned garden, Greengate is a stylish yet quintessential coastal abode with whitewashed walls and fresh, bright interiors that bring a contemporary twist on the seaside theme. Thanks to a recent refurbishment it’s deeply comfortable too, layered with silver, grey and blue hues, cosy blankets, coastal-themed artwork, wicker baskets and pot plants.
The sitting room, which leads from the sleek but homely eat-in kitchen through an open archway, is sure to be the favourite spot for drinking tea, for relaxing after brisk beach walks and for playing games well into the evening. Taking pride of place, is a warming log burner positioned below a painting of Bamburgh Castle and an impressive stone lintel which was found locally on the farm where the property now stands.
On the same floor, the two pretty bedrooms – one double and the other a twin – are a continuation of the same sophisticated attention to detail. Warm Farrow & Ball hues, incredibly comfortable beds and ample storage all play their part. They share a tile-lined bathroom with a shower over a generous bathtub.
Outside, you’ve ample space with a lovely front garden lined with flower beds, including plants such fragrant lavender. To the rear there’s also a secluded lawned garden with a picnic table for al fresco dining. Enclosed by tall hedges and walls, it’s fully enclosed and very private making it a peaceful place to soak up some sunshine on summer days.
Beach days are a must for guests, whether walking, swimming or spotting seals which have ventured across from the nearby Farne Islands. From Seahouses, you can also embark on various boat tours to the Farnes to see the grey seal colonies or, during the spring and summer months, the puffins.
Or, for further adventures on terra firma, Bamburgh’s dramatic fortress — the one in that painting above the fireplace — and its enchanting village are just three miles north, while Alnwick’s equally impressive castle and the mystical Holy Island of Lindisfarne also within half an hour’s drive.
Property Layout
GROUND FLOOR
Sitting room with wood burning stove, Smart TV with Freeview and DVD player, DAB radio with Bluetooth speaker, desk and chair, and board games.
Fully equipped kitchen with single oven with ceramic 4 ring hob, microwave, fridge with icebox, wine cooler and Miele dishwasher.
Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and space for the storage of outdoor kit.
Bedroom one with 5’2 king size double bed, large fitted wardrobe, dressing table and small TV with Freeview.
Bedroom two with 3’ twin beds, with clothes hanging space and chest of drawers.
Family bathroom with bath with drench shower over and separate hand held unit, heated towel rail, basin and WC.
OUTSIDE
Greengate sits in a pretty, fully enclosed garden to the front and small private garden to the rear which is also fully enclosed and has a picnic table and chairs for outside dining.
There is off-street parking in front of the house for two cars.
Location
Seahouses is a popular holiday resort sitting within the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and features a bustling working harbour, beautiful beaches, and a pretty coastal village with an array of friendly shops, cosy pubs, cafes and restaurants. It is seen as the gateway for sea voyages to the Farne Islands and is a fantastic base to explore the wider Northumberland area.
Greengate is situated just a short walk from the shops and amenities of the village in one direction and the pretty harbour area in the other, and you will find plenty of good eating places nearby. You can experience the rich maritime connections of The Old Ship Inn for tasty food and a good selection of real ales while soaking-up the unique nautical features of this characterful pub; or the Bamburgh Castle Inn situated above the old lime kilns by the harbour is another popular choice serving a menu full of fresh local flavours with lovely panoramic sea views from its terrace and beer garden. There is always a fresh supply of fish and seafood on the restaurant menus in this area, and fans of the traditional British takeaway can savour some of the best lightly battered fish and chips whilst watching the comings and goings of life on the quayside here.
Most of the shopping in Seahouses is on the Main Street which has a newsagents, bakery, chemist, fishmongers, olde-worlde sweet shop, as well as gift shops and a small Co-op supermarket. More extensive shopping, local producers, and a number of large supermarkets can be found in the historic market town of Alnwick which sits just 15 miles south of Seahouses.
Amenities
- Allows babes in armsUp to 12 months.
- Allows children1 - 16 years.
- CotA travel cot is available on request. Travel cot bedding is not supplied.
- Enclosed garden
- HairdryerA hairdryer is supplied in the master bedroom.
- HeatingThe cottage benefits from electric central heating. There is a wood burner in the sitting room.
- Highchair
- Linen & towels providedHypoallergenic duvets and pillows.
- Outside space
- Pet freeSorry, dogs are not permitted.
- Walking distance to a beach (under 1 mile)
- Walking distance to a pub (under 1 mile)
- Wi-FiSuperfast broadband is available. There is good mobile coverage on most networks.
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Important Information
For safety reasons, we do not permit electric vehicle or hybrid car charging at this property. If you’re travelling by EV, discover your nearest electric vehicle charging point here.
Arrival time: 4pm
Departure time: 10am
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