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The View Old Coastguard Cottage

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A balcony with a table and chairs, a view of the sea, and a distant shoreline.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a central island, and a window with a view.
A dining area with a white table set for four, surrounded by black chairs. A kitchen is visible in the background with modern appliances.
A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a fireplace, and a view of the outside.
A modern living room with a pool table, sofas, and a blue Bosch refrigerator.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
This vacation home accommodates 12 guests with 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It offers beach views that enhance your experience. Enjoy the outdoor patio, and rest assured, it is pet-friendly for your family’s furry members.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits

    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room

    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Walk to Tynemouth Castle
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Arcade/game room
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Spanish Battery, England
  • Place, Tynemouth Castle
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Tynemouth Priory
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Longsands Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Garden

About this property

The View Old Coastguard Cottage

Once belonging to the Queen and guarded by the nearby fort, The View Old Coastguard Cottage has plenty of history within its walls. Looking out onto the sea, this charming property has been transformed into a welcoming holiday home. With five bedrooms and two bathrooms the property sleeps up to 10 guests, so you can gather your loved ones together and enjoy a stay in Tynemouth to remember.

A vibrant and stunning property, sat astride the historic Spanish Battery on Tynemouth, boasting 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms that can comfortably accommodate 10 guests in fine living and easy living for a wonderful getaway on the Northumberland coast. Two trundle beds are also available upon request, increasing the occupancy to 12.

At the beating heart of this property is the combined kitchen and dining room. Dominating the kitchen is the centre island, with fine, white worktops spreading out across it and the surrounding kitchen. The island also houses the electric hob on top of it and the extractor fan above. Circling the island are the other worksurfaces, as well as the drawers and cupboards that house all the cutlery and dinnerware you will need. The kitchen also offers two electric ovens, fridge and freezer, toaster and kettle. Across from the Kitchen is the dining room, which has space and chairs to seat six people comfortably for comfort dining as you admire the decorations across the walls.

Through from the kitchen is a games room for the perfect night-in. Fitted with a pool table, two sofas, TV, fridge and mini-bar. This room is the ideal place for a high-octane Friday night. For those more quiet hours of relaxing however there is also a living room, luxuriously decorated, with a wood-burning fireplace and flatscreen TV, all of which you can relax and take in while reclined in one of the two sofas or the plush leather armchair.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11911088
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

North Shields

Tynemouth, a neighbourhood in North Shields, is home to this holiday home. St. James' Park and Tynemouth Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at WWT Washington Wetland Centre and The Haven. Travelling with kids? Consider Tynemouth Aquarium and Seaton Delaval Arts Centre.
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Spanish Battery, England

What's nearby

  • The Haven - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tynemouth Castle - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Tynemouth Priory - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Longsands Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Tynemouth Aquarium - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Brockley Whins Station - 13 min drive
  • Manors Station - 15 min drive
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mister Woods - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cullercoats Coffee Co - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Platform 2 - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Salutation Inn - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Gareth James Chocolatier - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The View Old Coastguard Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The View Old Coastguard Cottage?

As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The View Old Coastguard Cottage on 10 Nov 2026 start from £1,319, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The View Old Coastguard Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The View Old Coastguard Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The View Old Coastguard Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The View Old Coastguard Cottage located?

Located in Tynemouth, this family-friendly North Shields holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of The Haven, Tynemouth Castle and Tynemouth Priory. Tynemouth Aquarium and Longsands Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best views lovely host house dated in need of repair but had a great time no hassle very helpful host thankyou
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul 2026
Thanks for the lovely review, yes they started the ensuite bathroom downstairs but didn’t get it finished on time will be getting done end of august so apologies for that. So glad you enjoyed it. Graeme
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic host and excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Dec 2025
Thank you so much for staying was a pleasure to meet you and your family, hope to meet you again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A really great stay! Graeme was very helpful and the property was as described and suited our group wonderfully! The location is fantastic so close to the town with gorgeous views! Would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved our stay here. The host is so helpful and welcoming, we instantly felt at home. Great house in a spectacular location, perfect for making unforgettable family memories. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved the position of this property and it was ideal for six adults and three children. And the dogs. However we wished the owner loved the house as much as we loved it's position... fixing the little niggly things -like the missing connectors on the blind pulleys, the peeling wall paper, the shower that won't turn off, the gaps in the kitchen floor, the lock on the main bathroom which is just a screw head, the grim back alley where the minuscule bbq is located - would so improve the overall impression. Graeme said he was no diy man but these are teeny tiny things not major renovations. Many people have said the property is tired and we would agree with that.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb 2026
Hi I don’t understand your low score, you sent over 19 queries all answered immediately your score is 40% of my average, I know you thought it was 6 bedrooms but states 5 with two extra trundle beds in the orangery which I provided.

About the host

Hosted by Graeme Kennedy

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I have spent most my life in Tynemouth having gone to kings private school from the age of 3 and my parents bought this house in 87. I love walking along the coast most days and having a coffee in cullercoats, also the vibrant front St with many coffee shops/ curio shops/ bars and restaurants is only a 5 minute walk up the road.

Why they chose this property

The views are second to none and this is a very affluent area with lots of friendly people do are keen to advise tourists on the best venues. It’s a beautiful coastal walk that I do most days and have a coffee in cullercoats. It has great metro links into Newcastle just a 10 minute walk up the road and there’s a very interesting market every weekend in the metro station with over 100 stalls selling everything from records to food. The sea life centre and 3 beautiful beaches are all within one mile of the house.

What makes this property unique

It was the first coastguard station in Britain and was owned by monarchy until my parents purchased it in 1987

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English

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