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The Sand Martin

The Sand Martin

4.9
out of 5
Ratings from 21 reviews
95% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.8
Condition
4.8
Location
5.0
Value
4.9
Customer
Service
5.0

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Beautiful link detached bungalow in the heart of Beadnell Village - Close to beach, pubs and village shop

Very comfortable and conveniently situated house.

Review submitted on Sun, 10 Sep 2023
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
We really enjoyed our stay at the Sandmartin. The house had everything you need for a selfcatering holiday. Nice private back garden safe for your dog. It was a lovely surprise to find a bottle of Prosecco, lovely cake, chocolate and hand made dog treats. Plenty of storage, towels, blankets, very well equipped.
You can walk to the village centre in 10 minutes which has a choice of really good eating places, especially the Courtyard cafe for breakfast and the Say Water Cafe for tasty evening meals.
We have already booked to go back next year

Jacky from Pwllheli stayed at The Sand Martin for 7 nights in September 2023


Sam Smith replied 12 days ago
Hi Jacky, Thank you so much for your wonderful review about the Sandmartin. I am so pleased you enjoyed your stay and all of the welcome gifts. Look forward to seeing you next year Thanks sam

Great summer holiday break

Review submitted on Wed, 06 Sep 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We stayed at The Sandmartin for a week in the Summer holidays with our 2 children and the dog. The bungalow is well equipped with everything you need. The location is great - only 5 minutes to the pubs and cafes and 5 minutes to the Beach using the cut at the end of the street. Thank you for the welcome pack and dog treats, we will be back

Jamie from Morpeth stayed at The Sand Martin for 7 nights in August 2023


Samantha Smith replied 17 days ago
Hi, Thank you for your lovely review and so pleased you enjoyed your stay at The Sandmartin. The location is great for families as it is walking distance to the beach, cafes and pubs. Hope you come and visit again soon Thanks Sam

Fab location but some issues

Review submitted on Fri, 09 Jun 2023
4.0
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
5.0
There are pros and cons to this accommodation. I will start by saying that the bungalow is in a fab location and that the customer service from Mains Cottages was excellent. However, when we first stepped in the property there was a really strong drain/sewage smell which lasted the entire stay. We contacted Mains Cottages and they did respond straight away by sending an air purifier and an air freshener but the problem is not an easy one to fix - they explained that the whole estate is affected when the weather is dry - which it had been just before and during our stay. The property has no doubt been very busy since being released for bookings and so does have signs of wear and tear not shown in the photos, we were particularly disappointed by the garden. It was very overgrown with weeds, untidy and not an appealing place to spend time at all. Even the dog didn’t like it. The garden furniture was covered in bird mess (not fresh) and so the cleaners clearly didn’t cover the outside area. It wasn’t the retreat we were anticipating. I appreciate it must be hard when properties are fully booked for months but when your expectations are set by the pictures and description it does make for disappointment. The linen was clean and the area quiet - most property is second home owners or holiday letting.

Guest from Leeds stayed at The Sand Martin for 3 nights in June 2023


Samantha Smith replied 96 days ago
Hi Jenni, Thank you for your review and I must apologise for the experiences you had at the Sandmartin. I have spoken to the team and explained the issues with the garden and the garden furniture and it will be rectified immediately. We have found the source of the smell and have been able to rectify the issue so there is no smell now. We were told it was an issue with the whole village but it lingered after and we have raised the floor and discovered a split pipe which has now been fixed - so no more smells, thank goodness

Had the best holiday

Review submitted on Wed, 31 May 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A lovely bungalow in a great position close to all amenities
The bungalow was clean well equipped and very comfortable and very dog friendly
We had the best week here and will most certainly be back
Would highly recommend

Beverley from Chorley stayed at The Sand Martin for 7 nights in May 2023


Perfect location for winter break

Review submitted on Tue, 24 Jan 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Bungalow was very well equipped and cosy and warm despite sub zero temperatures outside.
Ideal location to access walks on beach and coastal path from Beadnell to Seahouses, Bamburgh and Newton by the Sea,
all with great pubs and very dog friendly.
Will definitely be recommending this property to anyone looking to stay in this beautiful part of the country.


Carole from Halifax stayed at The Sand Martin for 4 nights in January 2023


And a good time was had by all!

Review submitted on Wed, 30 Nov 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We (two adults and a dog) had an absolutely wonderful three night stay.
We were already familiar with the area so we're looking forward to it and boy did it deliver.
The accommodation is superb. Very cosy (thank you for turning down the heating!) and comfortable for us all.
Brilliant location and so well equipped.
The welcome pack was amazing. Mistletoe loved the cheesy bones!
Having a truly secure garden is brilliant. Missy settled in very quickly.
I would, and already have recommended it to family and friends.


Kathryn from Sowerby, Thirsk stayed at The Sand Martin for 3 nights in November 2022


Sam Smith replied 291 days ago
HI Kathryn Thank you so much for your wonderful review, We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay at the Sandmartin and thank you for letting us know about the heating, we have never had a request to turn it down before :). So pleased Missy enjoyed her homemade treats. Thank you for recommending us to family and friends and do hope you come and stay with us again Thanks Sam

Lovely home

Review submitted on Sun, 20 Nov 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
I was wanting a weekend away that wasn’t going too expensive and I found the perfect place. Decent price per night for a lovely bungalow.

The bungalow was very clean and tidy and we loved our gifts.

Thank you for a lovely home, for our stay at our favourite place.

Tracy from Peterlee stayed at The Sand Martin for 3 nights in November 2022


Sam Smith replied 305 days ago
Hi Tracy Thank you for your wonderful review and so happy that you enjoyed your stay at The Sandmartin. Hope the new walk in shower was ok too thanks Sam

Fab bungalow in excellent location

Review submitted on Fri, 23 Sep 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely bungalow in a very quiet area, walking distance to beach & local pub , really enjoyed our stay here & appreciated the lovely cake, fizz & doggy treats for Ted! First time to this part of the country & wont be the last! Bungalow is really well equipped , would recommend this holiday let, thanks for a lovely stay x

Denise from Liverpool stayed at The Sand Martin for 7 nights in September 2022


Samantha Smith replied 319 days ago
Hi Denise, thank you for your great review. So pleased that we could provide a lovely place for you to stay on your first visit to Northumberland and thank you for your recommendation. We do hope that you will come and visit again sometime Thanks Sam x

Great location for a week on the Northumberland coast

Review submitted on Tue, 30 Aug 2022
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The Sand Martin is tastefully decorated, clean, well equipped and is in lovely quiet location, just 5 minutes walk from Beadnell Bay and the village centre. Communication with Sam was excellent throughout.
The added touches of dog treats (for Oscar) and a cake, chocolate for us was lovely!
The secure garden, off road parking and nearby dog friendly beaches were a bonus, we loved the area!

Jeremy from Norton Lindsay stayed at The Sand Martin for 7 nights in August 2022


Samantha Smith replied 319 days ago
Hi Jeremy, thank you so much for your kind and wonderful review. We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay at the Sandmartin and enjoyed the human and doggy welcome packs. We do hope you come and stay again soon thanks Sam

Top location!

Review submitted on Sat, 09 Jul 2022
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Spotlessly clean house at a top location! Fantastic place to watch birds. Beautifull beach for photography.

Katrien from Aalst stayed at The Sand Martin for 5 nights in July 2022


Sam Smith replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Thank you for your lovely review and I am so pleased you enjoyed your stay at The Sandmartin

Had a lovely time at the Sand Martin

Review submitted on Sat, 25 Jun 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We stayed at the sand Martin in June A well presented bungalow with all mordern amenities in a lovely part of the country. We had a lovely week at the bungalow, it had everything we needed, the bed were comfortable and the kitchen provided plenty of equipment. It was close to the beach and local pub which was very nice.
We will definitely come again

Allan from Leeds stayed at The Sand Martin for 7 nights in June 2022


Sam Smith replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Allan Thank you for your lovely review. I am pleased that you enjoyed your stay and hope you liked it as much as the Bothy x

Perfect stay

Review submitted on Fri, 27 May 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The Sand Martin was absolutely perfect. The bungalow is cosy & very well equipped. It is spotlessly clean & the garden is so lovely to sit out in the sun to read or eat. The location is very central for lots of places to visit. The beach, pub & shop are all 5 minutes from the door. It's so peaceful & we feel fully rested. Thank you Sam & Family

Paul from Newcastle Upon Tyne stayed at The Sand Martin for 4 nights in May 2022


Sam Smith replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Paul and Cheryl Thanks for your lovely review and so pleased you enjoyed the sand martin as much as the Bothy, see you next time Sam

Everything you need!

Review submitted on Thu, 12 May 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The bungalow was ideal for us. It had everything we could possibly need, and was in a great location. It was very clean and comfortable and It has a parking space right at the door, which was very handy.

We popped into seahouses one day for lunch, and the local pub 'The Craster Arms' another day. Both easy to reach and nice.


Ann from Gateshead stayed at The Sand Martin for 3 nights in May 2022


Sam Smith replied more than 1 year ago
Hello Ann and guests Thank you for your lovely review and we are so happy that you had a nice time

Top Notch

Review submitted on Fri, 15 Apr 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The location of this property could not be bettered, Beach, Pubs, Shops, Walks are all a 2min walk away. The customer service of Sam & her team is top notch. The bungalow is 100% pet friendly as are all of their properties & cleanliness could not be better. No wonder we come back again & again.

Rob from Heywood stayed at The Sand Martin for 7 nights in April 2022


Sam Smith replied more than 1 year ago
HI Rob, so pleased you enjoyed the Sandmartin and you had a lovely time Thanks sam

Fabulous location

Review submitted on Thu, 07 Apr 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Sand Martin has everything you need ,comfortable , clean,well equipped and lovely quiet location.
Sam & Stephen go the extra mile with all they provide and do, to make your holiday a fantastic one.
Welcome cake,wine,choc is a special touch.
Doggies are well catered for too.
Great place to stay as are all mains cottages.

Tracey from Warrington stayed at The Sand Martin for 5 nights in April 2022


Samantha Smith replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Tracey Thank you for your review, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay at the SandMartin this year. It's lovely to know it compares well with the others. Hope you visit again soon, thanks Sam

Perfect little cottage

Review submitted on Mon, 28 Mar 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had an amazing stay here! The cottage is warm and cosy and spotlessly clean. It is beautifully decorated and very comfortable. There is great customer service/communication and the welcome cake was amazing!!
It’s so quiet and restful, minutes from the beach and plenty of parking. The secure garden was perfect for our dog too!
Honestly can’t fault this place in any way and would love to come back!!
Thank you so so much x

Mandy from York stayed at The Sand Martin for 3 nights in March 2022


Samantha Smith replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you so much for your amazing review for the Sandmartin, we are so pleased you loved the cottage and managed to have a relaxing time. Hope you do get to come back and visit soon Thanks Sam x

Fabulous dog friendly holiday cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 12 Dec 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Excellent place in Beadnell to stay. Lovely relaxing cottage with all the amenities including washing machine & tumble dryer. Cottage was spotlessly clean. Great walks from the door step. Garage an advantage for storage. Lovely enclosed back garden for the dogs. We would definitely return

Heather from stayed at The Sand Martin for 12 nights in November 2021


Sam Smith replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Heather Thanks for your wonderful review and so pleased you enjoyed your stay at The Sandmartin Thanks Sam

Our Staycation

Review submitted on Thu, 28 Oct 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Really comfortable, clean cute cottage. We’ve loved our staycation, thank you so much, we’ll be booking again I’m sure.

Kimberley from Leeds stayed at The Sand Martin for 5 nights in October 2021


Sam Smith replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Thank you for your kind review and I do hope you come and stay again sometime Thanks Sam

Excellent Location

Review submitted on Tue, 26 Oct 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A dog friendly & very comfortable cottage, with a close walk to the beach, pubs & restaurants/cafes. All amenities including a washing machine & dryer for your stay in the cottage are provided. A lovely place to stay in a beautiful part of Northumberland.

Heather from stayed at The Sand Martin for 11 nights in October 2021


So glad to be back!

Review submitted on Fri, 01 Oct 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Excellent accommodation at the Sand Martin. Everything we needed for our stay. Good to have enclosed garden for our dog to wander around in. Handy for shops and beach and in a nice quiet area.

Robert from Alva stayed at The Sand Martin for 4 nights in September 2021


Sam Smith replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you for your kind review and its lovely to know you enjoyed the Sandmartin again. We hope you come and stay again thanks sam

A wonderful stay

Review submitted on Sun, 19 Sep 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Firstly, Sam was a very accommodating host, able to change the duration of our stay and providing excellent and easy communication, thank you!

Sam Martin is a cute little place, close to everything you might need - the beach, the shop, the local pubs. The street it’s on is very quiet, and the off road parking is a bonus. The house has all the things you’d need on a holiday stay and is nicely furnished to a high standard. We were particularly impressed with the heated drying rack - so much so we’ve now got one!

The welcome pack of cake, Prosecco and home made dog treats was a lovely thing to arrive to and we all enjoyed them, Checker especially liked his treats!

We felt really well looked after, had a very pleasant stay and will look to be back in the new year for the Puffins!

James from Stafford stayed at The Sand Martin for 6 nights in September 2021


Sam Smith replied more than 1 year ago
Hi James, thank you so much for your kind review, its lovely to know that you enjoyed your stay at the Sandmartin. Pleased you like the airing rack :) and the welcome pack. Hope you come and stay again sometime thanks sam