Greystead
Talk about a plum position. Greystead is located right in the heart of beautiful Bamburgh, and below its eponymous Norman castle. You’ll have views of both Bamburgh Castle and the sea from bedrooms, and be just a five-minute walk from white-sand Bamburgh Beach.
This coastal family home is thoughtfully laid out, full of luxurious amenities, spacious and airily designed with lots of coastal blues and whites. White shutters and beautiful interiors such as driftwood mirrors and pebble lamps enhance the seaside feel.
Arriving via the rear garden, you enter into the superbly designed kitchen area. Arranged around a large island and breakfast bar, a large Rangemaster cooker, American fridge/freezer and wine cooler offers the perfect, sociable holiday kitchen. A pantry cupboard which hides a microwave and extra fridge - a clever use of space. Factor in the ten-person dining table and there’s ample room for everyone to chat, cook or dine together.
Separated by a portable gate to keep dogs out – sorry Fido! – the open-plan layout extends to encompass a sitting room with an eight-seat corner sofa, a further sofa, Smart TV and log-burning stove (initial supply of logs provided). Lovely for reading, the front window here gazes onto Bamburgh’s village green, where cricketers sometimes play.
The ground floor also comprises of a family games room, in which another large Smart TV , a PS4, a football table and numerous board games are ready for rainy days. Bi-folding doors open out onto the decking and rear garden. A utility room thoughtfully fitted with a shower – positioned by a side door is ideal for anyone returning from the beach with sandy feet, or for a quick warm-up after a surf or dip in the sea!
One of the four ensuite bedrooms is on the ground floor, complete with a king-sized bed and shower room. Up the impressive, original staircase beckons the super-king-sized master suite, sofa, Freesat TV and dressing area accompanying a Juliet balcony overlooking the rear garden and – to the left – Bamburgh Castle. There area two further first-floor ensuite bedrooms, both offering views of Holy Island and Bamburgh Castle – one king-sized with a shower room, the other featuring four single beds and large double vanity bathroom. The perfect “dorm style” bedroom.
To the front of the house, the lawn slopes away from a pretty porch while at the rear, in the larger enclosed garden you’ll find a raised wooden deck with a table, chairs, benches and a barbecue. Accessible directly through large bi-folding doors from the kitchen it’s a great spot for al fresco dinners or a post-beach cup of tea and a slice of cake.
For those interested in trying local fare, you can pick up tasty supplies from the charming village’s butchers, or from the super local deli The Pantry. Other businesses worth sniffing out include The Copper Kettle tea rooms, the Potted Lobster restaurant and a RNLI museum devoted to local hero Grace Darling. Bamburgh Castle sits majestically above on a 150m-high volcanic plinth; a unique golf course flanks it, and the mile-long beach begins across the dunes.
Further afield, days out might be spent on boat trips to the Farne Islands, travelling across the causeway to Lindisfarne or exploring market towns (see Location tab).
Property Layout
GROUND FLOOR
Front entrance hall contains a boot rack and coat hooks, side table with lamps and shelves with a plethora of local information.
Open plan kitchen and sitting room comprising:
Kitchen with Rangemaster double oven and grill, 6 ring electric hob, toaster, Nespresso coffee machine, integrated dishwasher, American-style fridge freezer, large island with built-in wine cooler and breakfast bar with two bar stools. A pantry cupboard contains a microwave, kettle, slow cooker, electric whisk and an additional under-counter fridge. Large dining table seating 10 guests with six chairs and bench seat.
Sitting room with corner sofa seating eight, two-seater sofa, armchair, coffee table, wood-burning stove, Smart TV, DVD player and window overlooking the front garden and cricket pitches below Bamburgh Castle. There is an additional seating area with two wicker chairs, table and lamp.
Bedroom one with king size bed, bedside tables and lamps, chest of drawers with lamp and mirror, chair and hanging hooks.
En-suite shower room with walk-in shower (one step) with rainfall shower head and additional attachment, WC, basin, mirror with a light above, heated towel rail and shelf space.
Games room with two two-seater sofas, armchair, coffee table, large smart TV, DVD player, PS3, football table, board games and children’s toys. Patio doors leading to the rear garden.
Hallway with additional shoe storage and door leading out to front of house.
Utility room/shower room with walk-in shower (one step) with large shower head and additional attachment, WC, basin, and heated towel rail. The washing machine, tumble dryer and drying rack are also located in here.
FIRST FLOOR
14 steps from entrance hallway leads to landing with four-seater sofa, coffee table and lamp.
Bedroom two with four single beds, two bedside tables, lamps and wall lights, large chest of drawers, mirror, hanging hooks and views over the green with Lindisfarne Castle in the distance, sea views, and Bamburgh Castle to the right.
En-suite bathroom with rainfall shower over bath, WC twin basins with mirrors and lights above, drawer storage, heated towel rail and hanging hooks.
Bedroom three with king size bed, bedside tables and lamps, chair, chest of drawers with a lamp and a mirror above, hanging hooks and views over the green with Lindisfarne Castle in the distance, sea views, and Bamburgh Castle to the right.
En-suite shower room with walk-in shower (one step) with rainfall shower head and additional attachment, WC, basin, illuminated mirror, cupboard storage, shelf space and heated towel rail.
Bedroom four with super king bed, bedside tables and lamps, two-seater sofa, chair, TV with Freeview, DVD player, hanging hooks, shelf storage and Juliet balcony overlooking the back garden.
En-suite bathroom with bath and hand-held shower attachment, WC, basin, mirror with light above, shelf space and heated towel rail.
OUTSIDE
There is a front garden with sloped lawn and gates at each side of the house leading to the rear garden. There are ten steps leading up to the front door. The rear garden has a lawn area, two wooden benches, dining table seating ten. A charcoal barbecue is available for guest use (charcoal not provided). Ramp access leading to the rear door. Please note that while the garden is enclosed, it is not dog proof and it may be possible for dogs to escape through the fence.
Guests have access to the garage which can be used for storage of outdoor kit and as a sleeping space for dogs if required.
There is parking for up to four cars to the rear of the property.
Location
Guarded by the iconic Bamburgh Castle which rises from its volcanic promontory with an almost mythic authority, this charming village combines the best of Northumbrian hospitality with a stretch of coastline with AONB status. Miles of stunning white sands stretch beneath the castle, from which you can take in views of the wildlife-rich Farne Islands and the fascinating Holy Island of Lindisfarne. Perfect for long dog walks, games, or quiet reflection, it's no wonder this is one of the most beloved beaches in the country.
You can enjoy fantastic fresh seafood at several restaurants in the village, perhaps during a relaxed brunch or with a takeaway from the Walled Garden Café, while the numerous tearooms and ice-cream shops are perfect for afternoon treats. There are also several great pubs for cosying up by the fire with a drink in the evening.
The whole area is bursting with things to do, dotted by a trail of castles and fortifications interspersed with pretty seaside villages all the way up and down the coast. For day trips, why not cross the causeway to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne to trace the legend of St Cuthbert, explore The Alnwick Garden, or take a boat trip from Seahouses to spot puffins and seals in the outstanding Farne Islands nature reserve and seabird sanctuary.
Amenities
- Allows babies in armsUp to 12 months.
- Allows children1 - 16 years.
- Barbecue
- Bath
- CotA travel cot is available on request. Travel cot bedding is not supplied.
- Dog friendlyTwo dogs are welcome (£40 fee per dog) and must be kept downstairs, out of the bedrooms and off the furniture. A portable gate is available on request to keep dogs out of the sitting room.
- Enclosed garden
- Games room
- HairdryerA hairdryer is provided in each bedroom.
- HeatingThere is oil central heating throughout the property in addition to the wood burning stove in the sitting room.
- Highchair
- Linen & towels providedSynthetic bedding is provided.
- Open fire/ Woodburning stove
- Outside space
- Walking distance to a beach (under 1 mile)
- Walking distance to a pub (under 1 mile)
- Wi-FiWi-Fi is provided. Mobile coverage can be average depending on the provider.
All Amenities
Dog Friendly
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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