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Sandpiper - sea views and seconds from the beach

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, streaming services
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

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Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, ENG
  • Popular LocationNewbiggin Beach4 min walk
  • Popular LocationWoodhorn Museum and Northumberland Archives6 min drive
  • Popular LocationDruridge Bay Country Park20 min drive
  • AirportNewcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)26 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 4
40 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 twin/single bed
Bedroom 2
    1 twin/single bed
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
Bathroom 1
    Bathtub/shower combo

Room options

About the area

Newbiggin-by-the-Sea

Seaside stay .Your stay at this vacation home will put you steps from Newbiggin Maritime Centre and a 5-minute walk from Newbiggin Beach. Lyne Sands and Queen Elizabeth II Country Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Newbiggin Beach - 4 min walk
  • Woodhorn Museum and Northumberland Archives - 6 min drive
  • Port Of Tyne - 20 min drive
  • Druridge Bay Country Park - 20 min drive
  • Quayside - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Widdrington Station - 11 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Charlton's Beer Garden - 8 min drive
  • Artisan Tea Room - 9 min walk
  • Hyrste Castle - 5 min drive
  • Caffè Bertorelli - 4 min walk
  • The Ink Spot - 6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sandpiper - sea views and seconds from the beach

Welcome to Sandpiper cottage. Sandpiper is ideally located in the heart of the village and just a few steps to the beach - literally less than a minute's walk.

Previously a fisherman's cottage, Sandpiper now offers the home from home comforts you would expect to make your stay as relaxing as possible. Fresh linen and towels are provided as standard and a fully equipped, open plan kitchen / diner includes all of the standard appliances you might find in your own home (including gas hob, electric oven, microwave, washing machine, dishwasher, fridge and freezer as well as a toaster and kettle).

The living room is a very comfortable place to wind down and if you're having a night in by the telly the 43 inch Ultra Smart HDTV hosts Freesat channels and all the major TV apps including Netflix, Amazon Prime (your own accounts required) BBC iPlayer, the ITV Hub and All4

Upstairs, our bedrooms are fresh and comfortable to give you a refreshing night's sleep on cotton linen. There are plenty of pillows too! The large double bedroom has a king size bed and lots of hanging space in fitted wardrobes. At the back of the cottage are two single rooms each with an adult sized single bed. These rooms have sea views - go to bed with the window open and you'll hear the sea! The large family bathroom has a large bath and a powerful over bath shower.

The location is perfect. In the morning, if for once you choose not to step out of the patio doors in to the sun kissed yard to enjoy an alfresco breakfast you can walk out to the village where you can let someone else serve you at one of several excellent cafés. All are within short walking distance. The Breakwater Café overlooks the sea at the Newbiggin Marine Centre which is just a few minutes walk from the cottage along the promenade. Another favourite is Bertorelli's Italian café where you can get great coffees and homemade ice cream in an authentic art deco setting. The Bertorellis have had coffee shops for many generations.

There are plenty of independent shops and restaurants close by. You won't need your car - you can walk everywhere. There are a couple of pubs very close by - The Queens Head is so close you could almost put your head through the door without leaving the cottage. It's right across the road. A quaint and quiet little pub, ideal for last orders! Turn right out of the cottage and a further little stroll down the road is the Cresswell Arms 'The Last Pub Before Norway'. You'll pass a very good Indian restaurant on the way.

Left out of the cottage into the village centre you'll find great fish and chips amongst other takeaway favourites and a very well stocked Co-Op mini market. There are a couple of great local bakers for your early morning loaf too.

All of this is within less than a 5 mins walk from the cottage.

Property manager

John Raftery

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Freezer
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 stairs to reach property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • In the city center
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 431 sq ft (40 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Sandpiper Sleeps Four Just Seconds Beach Free Unlimited Wi-fi
Sandpiper Sleeps Four Just Seconds Beach Free Unlimited Wi-fi

Sandpiper - sea views and seconds from the beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jim T.

Liked: Cleanliness
September 2023
The property was ideally situated to visit the town with its pubs and restaurants. Less than 5 minutes from the beach and promenade. It was well equipped, comfortable and clean.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G. S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Getaway in an Amazing location!
Sparkling clean and spacious. Well-equipped and the local grocery store is only about a block away. We loved sitting on the beach each evening. So much to see and do nearby: York, Hadrian’s Wall, The Angel of the North, and our absolute favorite was Holy Island. The host was very kind and helpful with recommendations. We had an amazing vacation and would surely return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic first stay.
From booking the cottage to leaving today, the process has been great. So much help from the owner on places to go which really helped plan our week. Would recommend Amble and Morpeth for days out - great shops and places to eat. My husband and daughter loved the rowing boats in Morpeth. The Queens Head pub over the road was amazing for food and drinks - so friendly too. Also loved The Artisan Tearoom for breakfast. Food was delicious and great value. Would recommend Caffè Bertorelli for ice creams. The cottage itself was comfortable and clean. Only negative we found was not enough glasses, but everything else was brilliant. We are all hoping to return as loved it there and loved Newbiggin.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little place
A lovely little property in a smashing little seaside village. Very close to some beautiful places to visit. Had a wonderful week
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great base to explore Northumberland
From the initial booking through to leaving the accommodation the communication from John and Heather has been excellent. The property itself is so close to the beach you can feel the sand in your toes even before you step outside! A great location to explore Northumberland and Newcastle. The property is very comfortable and has all the modern day essentials. The welcome cake and provisions were greatly received after a long journey and the lounge is a great ‘chill’ area after busy days out and about. Newbiggin itself is quiet and relaxing with local amenities. A great accommodations and excellent hosts. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

A D., Leeds

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable Cottage
This wasn’t our first stay in Northumberland but it was our first encounter with Newbiggin-By-the-Sea and it certainly won’t be our last - what a relaxing, and friendly little town it is. Sandpiper Cottage was clean and spacious, and equipped with dishwasher, fridge, separate freezer and washing machine. We had an issue with the washing machine and kettle but John was very responsive and quickly replaced the kettle. He offered to replace the washing machine but we chose to let him deal with that after our departure. The hob and oven was an ‘all in one’ combo (as opposed to gas hob and electric oven per the description), and we were surprised that the hob and oven required matches, as the automatic ignition was inoperable. There was a minimal number of cooking pots and pans but enough to make a simple meal. We would have found oven gloves helpful as well as coasters (only 2 supplied), and some place mats for the table. The kitchen has lots of storage, and like the bathroom, the decor is rather ‘tired’ but functional and both extremely spacious. We found the cottage comfortable and clean. A number of dishwasher tabs, and bottle of washing up liquid were left for our use. There were plenty of towels, and good linen. That said, we were a tad disconcerted in these Covid times that no cleaning products had been left for our use, but luckily we had brought some of our own. The WiFi was good and strong and what an added bonus to have a smart TV so we could use our Netflix/Amazon accounts. The owner had also left us a bottle of milk, a cake and tea & coffee bags for our arrival, which was also appreciated. We had no trouble parking right outside the cottage. During our stay, the pub opposite - The Queens Head - was closed due to renovations but we heard no noise from the builders. As an aside to the cottage, we found the fish & chips from Ladhars, and the Indian meal from Shaj Tandoori, to be excellent. Both are a quick walk from the house. All in all, we found the cottage comfortable and Newbiggin was a big hit for us and we hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

JaneandRichard V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Very comfortable and charming cottage, would highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Teri S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday in the time of Covid 19.....
Sandpiper Cottage is a gem. Spacious, spotlessly clean and well appointed - looks almost as new. The large kitchen was perfect for cooking for ourselves (it being partial-lockdown). On street parking outside the front of the house (which is directly opposite the front of the Queen’s Head pub). There is a small vegetable/fruit shop (cash only) and a friendly Co-op. Sadly the fishmonger is no more, neither is the local bakery (although there is a shop selling bakery goods). If you would like to buy fresh fish, head to the harbour at the tiny village of Amble (about 7 miles north) where there is an outlet selling to the public almost straight from the boat. Access to the main roads north and south is quick and easy, with easy driving for the most part.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Judith R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay in delightful Newbiggin by the Sea
We had a very nice stay in Sandpiper Cottage. The location is excellent with everything you could need within 5 minutes walk. The cottage is very clean and comfortable and we loved being close to the promenade and the beautiful beach. Would definately recommend for a coastal holiday in this lovely area. Many of Northumberlands other attractions.are within an hours drive and there are plenty of walks nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Newbiggin Summer 2020
We had a lovely week staying at Sandpiper. The house was lovely and it was great that it had three bedrooms so our teenagers didn't have to share a room! Perfect location - 2 minutes from the beach and near to all the local amenities. Fast communications with the owners - thank you very much! Check-in was easy with the key safe outside. Thank you for the cake, which was very welcome after a long journey! The house had everything we needed and we would definitely like to stay again. Thank you very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020