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Reviews of Host & Stay - The Puffins Nest

21 Saint Aidan's, Seahouses, NE68 7SS, United Kingdom

#41 of 52 Holiday rentals in Seahouses

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Review score

Based on 42 apartment reviews

7.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.4

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    6.9

  • Staff

    8.0

  • Value for money

    7.0

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  • Reviewed: 5 November 2023

    8.0
    A spacious well furnished apartment in a great location and with a stunning view.
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    It was very stormy outside and 8 degrees but sadly we couldn’t get the central heating to work, we tried all the options and the radiators remained cold, so we had to use the two storage heaters provided, but sadly the plug point in the back bedroom didn’t allow the heater to be plugged in as it was at the back of the bed, so that was a cold room. Also a lack of mirrors, the bathroom would definitely benefit from one, and I’d rather not have to climb and stand on the bed to reach the mirror in the master bedroom. Also shame the telescope doesn’t work and it’s just a prop.

    Excellent location with a beautiful view, the interior was well presented with up to date colours and quality furniture. The beds were extremely comfortable. A spacious apartment, and well equipped kitchen with the complimentary coffee, tea and milks being a bonus. Private parking is a big plus too.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately the heating didn't work, so we had to use the two electric heaters. And a very small note that we used up the two rolls of toilet paper provided, so it would have been good to have some spare in the cupboard.

    The location was amazing, with fantastic views of the coast and Bamburgh Castle. Beds and chairs were all very comfortable.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2023

    7.0
    Superb location, two improvements needed to the property.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    No wifi is a big disadvantage. There were no mirrors in the property (except in one bedroom where you would have had to stand opn the bed to use it).

    The view is absolutely perfect.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Had we been at full occupancy there would not have been enough comfortable seating for everyone (small 3 seater couch and 1 easy chair), lacking mirror in the bathroom previously mentioned in other reviews, stairs a bit steep and could be problematic for people with mobility issues - reasonable gap between metal stairs and wall of the building, no garden as such just very small area for car parking.

    Fab location, amazing views, spacious master bedroom

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Apartment in need of TLC

    Great location, fantastic views

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2023

    9.0
    A great base to explore the area, would definitely stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A few minor repairs required but advised agent who replied straight away and they will be dealt with. Staircase to property is steep which may put some people off.

    Great location, good sized rooms and view is fantastic.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic location. Sunrise and sunset both visible from the apartment or the stunning beach 2mins walk away.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2023

    8.0
    Fabulous views
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kitchen fine, but rather basic - few chipped/cracked plates. Freezer box so iced up, it couldn't be closed properly; we defrosted it.

    The view from The puffins nest is fabulous! Sunrise across the sea, with The Farne Isles just off-shore takes some beating. Comfy beds. Practical bathroom.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2023

    7.0
    Thoroughly loved the location and setting but find the lack of a real check in system with a real person means some gues
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some of the equipment and furniture was not functioning well. Can opener, bathroom had no mirror, television had limited channels and there was no internet. The dining chairs seemed old and cumbersome. I had a couple stay on 2 nights. The husband had a dining chair collapse under him one night as it’s metal frame buckled. He fell backwards. He is 75 years old so this was distressing for him and his partner. I am now being told I have to pay for the chair!

    The magnificent views and being so close to the beach. The spacious sitting room and well equipped kitchen.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2023

    9.0
    Enjoyed our stay on the beautiful northumberland coast.
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No mirrors in the bathroom. Could have also done with condiments etc in kitchen cupboard and perhaps a welcome pack.

    Location and view were excellent. Apartment was comfortable and clean.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2023

    9.0
    Loved it
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Gorgeous view, great location. We will definately be back and will recomend it to others.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2023

    9.0
    Great stay made special by views from accommodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We all thought we should have had a dish washer. Also no mirror over the sink in bathroom, we put the mirror from third room in it.

    The view from the lounge was amazing.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2023

    8.0
    we enjoyed our stay the location and views were amazing it was just the difficulty with the stairs
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the fire escape stairs to access the property we had elderly parents with us in there eighties it was extremely difficult for them I wouldn’t have booked it I’d of know. this. lack of mirror and bin in bathroom and lack of electric sockets in the two back bedrooms.

    loved the location the views were amazing

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2023

    8.0
    we had a fabulous stay but would have expected more equipment in the kitchen for the money paid
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The metal access stairs to the property. It wasn’t mentioned in the initial information and we had two dogs and a disabled child. The mismatched cutlery, mugs and glasses in the kitchen, they could do with being updated. The Hoover didn’t work on carpet and with two dogs we tried to hoover and it didn’t pick up at all.

    The view was spectacular! The location was ideal for walking into Seahouses. The beds were really comfortable and the bathroom was really clean and seemed new.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2023

    8.0
    We had a lovely family February break.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    - quite difficult to find!

    - location was perfect right in the shore with amazing views.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2023

    7.0
    Price for money was good value and location was excellent. We had a very good weekend and would go a
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Picture showed telescope facing the sea however their were no lens so unable to use and my grandson was dissapointed as had been looking forward to using it. Their was no mirror in large bedroom and 1 electic socket not working. Hallway had stains on the wall, would benefit from a freshen up.

    Location. Size of apartment. Nice and warm. Lovely views.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2023

    8.0
    Otherwise Lovely accommodation & amazing views
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Couldn’t get hold of anyone, women who eventually answered did not speak very good English, access to property not described easily, google location given sends you round the other side. Pillows not comfy. Bed in room opposite main bedroom on a slant. No intrusive tons on how to use anything, fire in main room wouldn’t work.

    Location description was not great, took us too long to find access, no sign post, also metal stairs to access property were not mentioned, allows pets but stairs not safe, needs to be mentioned just in case anyone struggles with stairs

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2023

    8.0
    great upstairs apartment located within easy walking distance to town and the beach over the road.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    don’t like it is a bit too much but we were disappointed with the mis-match with cutlery and cookware in the kitchen and had to wash items before use. kitchen equipment needs to be reviewed and restocked especially if apartment had full capacity.

    the apartment being upstairs with views out to sea. it was warm and clean with comfy beds and a lovely bathroom

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2022

    8.0
    Puffins Nest Seahouses
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Little difficult to find the apartment. Kitchen utensils limited, 1 pan and a frying pan. Mismatch of cups and glasses.

    Spacious 3 bed with wonderful views. Close to Seahouses with good Co-op and plenty of restaurants. Amazing beach walking to Bamburgh and along the coast.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2022

    7.0
    Stunning views, close to the beach.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    It was not clear the apartment was accessed at the back of the house up an outdoor metal staircase. We had our dog and it wasn’t good for taking out in the dark and wouldn’t be easy for elderly or very young guests. There was no signage to indicate which door was Puffins Nest and as we weren’t aware it was up the metal stairs at the back we struggled to find it. The neighbour helped us but it doesn’t seem fair to inconvenience them every time a guest arrives for the sake of a couple of signs. Accessing the drive was pretty narrow and the parking at the back just about big enough for our car but tricky to manoeuvre out. It also says there is a garden with this property but the only garden belonged to the other apartment so we couldn’t use it for the dog or for us to be/sit outside so no outside space to use, except parking. The glasses and mug selection was very random! There was a Krups coffee machine but no pods left so pointless. The lino in the hall was loose in places so had to be careful. We couldn’t get the central heating to work and as we were only there 3 nights didn’t want to get anyone in to sort it. There were other heaters which did warm the room, just took a while. The blind in the main bedroom had a broken winder so my husband had to manually wind it up and down which was a bit annoying. The views were amazing but it was a shame the outside of the windows were smeary/cloudy so wasn’t clear to see properly. Despite all of this it was a lovely place to stay and I would consider going back.

    The views were amazing. The location great - straight across the road from the sea and a 5 minute walk to the centre of Seahouses. The bed and bedding in the main bedroom was very comfy. The decor was lovely, most furniture seemed very new.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2022

    7.0
    A beautiful location but rather expensive for what you get
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property is very poorly sign posted and there is a garage under repair so I was worried about my tires. There should also be a warning because the drive is very narrow and the parking is reserved at the front of the property. There's no DVD player so we felt a lack of evening entertainment which left us with whatever was on television. The plug sockets are very low and there are switches that don't appear to do anything. There were a few unfinished elements in the wardrobes, doors quite stiff and the carpets/lino in need of repair but the overall finish was nice.

    I was told the key combination over the phone and it worked first time. The door itself looked very tired and some repair work is needed around the frame. Other than that, it was simple to get in. The views are spectacular and the beach access was brilliant. The shower pressure was great.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2022

    8.0
    Seahouses flat
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Poor communications & information. Only just enough cutlery for 4 people. Strange assortment of glasses & mugs

    Fabulous location. Wonderful views. Attractive modern furnishings. Good bathroom & shower

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 November 2023

    10
    Can’t wait to go back
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Heating wasn’t working, plenty blankets and portable heaters on hand to use

    Well decorated Fantastic location

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2023

    3.0
    Disappointed
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Smell of damp Broken furniture Lack of crockery No mirror in rooms or too high in others

    The view

    Stayed in October 2023

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