Private, off-road
parking for 2 cars
Up to two dogs are
welcome free of charge.
• How far is The Laughing Seagull from the beach?
The nearest beach at North
Sunderland is just over 0.5 mile
from the cottage (15 min walk).
Other beaches within a 15 minute
drive can be found at Bamburgh,
Budle Bay, Beadnell & Newton by
the Sea, with many more within a
30 min drive.
• What is provided at the cottage?
We aim to provide everything you
may need for a comfortable and
cosy stay. All bedding and towels
are provided along with some
welcome toiletries (shower gel,
soap, shampoo & conditioner).
A welcome pack of tea, coffee,
milk, eggs, bread, wine and
biscuits (contents may vary) for
your arrival along with a starter
pack of kindling and coal.
We also provide dishwasher
tablets, washing pods, washing up
liquid, kitchen roll, couple of loo
rolls and other useful items and
cleaning products.
For our four-legged friends we
provide poo bags, dog bowls and
we couldn't leave them out, some
dog treats too!
• Is heating included?
Heating in our cottage is included
in the cost of your stay. The
radiators are on programmed
timers. Instructions on how to
use the radiators is provided in
the welcome pack.
The cottage has a wood burner and
an initial supply of coal and
kindling is provided.
Additional supplies can be bought
in Seahouses from Mattches DIY
shop or the petrol station.
• Is there WiFi and mobile phone signal?
The cottage has WiFi that will
allow general use of searching the
web and checking emails.
The WiFi password is displayed
prominently in the cottage. The
phone signal in Seahouses is much
improved in recent years and you
are usually able to find a signal.
• Do you allow dogs?
As big dog lovers ourselves we
welcome up to 2 dogs at The
Laughing Seagull
totally free of charge.
With miles of stunning dog
friendly beaches virtually on your
doorstep and an abundance of
stunning countryside nearby, we
feel the Northumberland coast is
the best place for dogs to go on
holiday.
Our dogs certainly seem their
happiest when they are here!
All we ask is that you don't leave
your dog unattended in the
property, you don't allow them
upstairs and you use throws to
cover any downstairs furniture.
We have even provided an outside
heated dog bath to clean any
sandy or muddy paws after a busy
day exploring.
• Can I book a short break?
Short breaks are available from
start of November to late March,
excluding school holidays and
Christmas.
These are typically 3-night
weekend ( Fri-Mon) or 4-night
midweek ( Mon - Fri).
If you would like to arrange a stay
outside of these days, please
contact us to discuss your
requirements.For the rest of the
year we offer weekly bookings or
longer, starting on a Saturday.
• Is the cottage within walking distance of local
amenities?
The Laughing Seagull is just over a
10 minute walk from the amenities
in Seahouses (0.7 mile).
In Seahouses you will find, shops,
pubs, restaurants, a chemist, take
aways, an ATM, a petrol station
and a supermarket.
Over the road is Longstone House
Hotel which has a bar & restaurant
which is open to the public (please
check opening times as they change
seasonally)
• Where is the nearest supermarket?
There is a large Co-op on Main
Street in Seahouses which should
have all the essentials you might
need for your stay.
Alternatively, in Alnwick there is
a Sainsburys, Morrisons, Aldi and
Lidl for a wider choice.
• Do we have to pay a deposit and when is the final
balance due?
When booking directly with us, we
request a 25% deposit at the time
of booking to secure your
reservation. The remaining
balance is due 6 weeks prior to
your arrival
• Does the cottage have parking?
Yes, there is private off-road
parking for 2 cars directly in front
of the cottage.
• Can I change my reservation after I’ve booked?
We want you to enjoy your holiday
as much as possible. If for any
reason you can no longer attend
the break you have booked, we will
always do our best to
accommodate you on alternative
dates. This will be subject to the
availability and may mean an
increase or reduction in cost
depending on the time of year.
We do ask that you request your
change of stay in writing or an
email to us. Unfortunately once
the final balance has been paid we
are unable to change
your booking.
• What time can I arrive and what time do I
need to leave?
You are welcome to arrive after
4.00pm and please could you
vacate by 10.00am.
• Where can I charge my electric car?
The nearest car charging point is
in the main car park in Seahouses
at Station Yard, Seafield Road,
Seahouses, NE68 7SJ
Details of other car charging
points can be found on the
following link
www.northumberland250.com/ev-
charging-stations
• I'm a stargazer, how dark are the skies at
The Laughing Seagull?
The cottage is in an area with a
Bortle 4 rating, dropping to a
Bortle 3 on the links road between
Seahouses and Bamburgh.
More information here:
www.discoverourland.co.uk/dark-
sky-park
The Laughing Seagull is a charming 2-
bedroom, fully heated, former railway
cottage, offering beautiful holiday
accommodation at any time of the year.
Just a short walk from the quaint fishing
village of Seahouses and the breath-
taking Northumberland coastline, the
cottage provides a superb base for a
lovely holiday in this stunning part of the
world.
Downstairs there is a large kitchen living
area featuring a cosy wood burner and
delightful conservatory - a perfect
sociable space.
Sleeping a maximum of 4 guests in 2
bedrooms, the large master bedroom has
a king size bed with Smart TV and cast-
iron decorative fireplace. The coastal
themed 2nd bedroom has twin beds. The
modern upstairs shower room has a
walk-in shower, heated towel rail and
underfloor heating.
Outside there are front and rear enclosed
gardens so you can always find that
sunny spot!
The front lawned garden with bench, is
ideal for enjoying your morning coffee.
The rear private garden is perfect for al
fresco dining with large table, chairs,
outdoor lighting, BBQ and chiminea for
those cooler evenings.
• 15 minute walk to the beach
and Seahouses village (2 minute drive)
• Saturday changeover
• Shower room
• 2 bedrooms ( 1 x King Size 1 x Twin)
• WiFi
• Wood burning stove
• Books, games & garden toys
• Highchair
• Washing machine
• Undercounter fridge and freezer
• Fully heated
• Dishwasher
• Off road parking for 2 cars
• Egyptian cotton bed linen
• Linen & towels included
• Dogs stay for free ( max 2)
• Smart TVs
• Outside dog bath with hot & cold water
• Enclosed gardens to front & rear
• BBQ
• Chiminea
• Welcome Pack
1 King size, sleeps 2
2 Singles, sleeps 2
The Laughing Seagull is situated in an
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in
the traditional village of North
Sunderland less than a mile from the
quaint fishing village of Seahouses
(known as the gateway to the Farne
Islands) and the stunning
Northumberland coastline.
The breath-taking coastal villages of
Bamburgh and Beadnell lie either side of
Seahouses, both less than a 15-minute
drive away.
Within an ½ hour drive you are spoilt for
choice of wonderful places to explore:
Nearest Airport
The nearest international airport is
Newcastle Airport, which is less than an
hour's drive from the cottage (48 miles)
www.newcastleairport.com
Nearest Train station
There are mainline train stations at
Alnmouth near Alnwick and Berwick
upon Tweed. There is a local station at
Chathill but with a very limited service.
www.thetrainline.com
Nearest Bus Stop
There is a bus stop just outside the
property with services (418, X15 & X18)
from Alnwick to Berwick upon Tweed
www.arrivabus.co.uk/north-east/bus-
travel-in-seahouses
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