The Sands

Whitley Bay, NE26 1PS, United Kingdom
–Excellent location – show map
+13 photos

The Sands

Lock in a great price for The Sands – rated 9.7 by recent guests!

to get started.

Lock in a great price for The Sands – rated 9.7 by recent guests! to get started.
Scored 9.7
9.7
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
17 reviews
  • The entire place is yours
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Heating
  • Parking on site

The Sands offers accommodations in Whitley Bay, 1.3 miles from Cullercoats Beach and 10 miles from Northumbria University. Offering free private parking, the 4-star vacation home is a 5-minute walk from Whitley Bay. Theatre Royal is 10 miles away and St. James' Park is 10 miles from the vacation home. With free Wifi, this 2-bedroom vacation home offers a TV and a kitchen with a dishwasher and kitchenware. Towels and bed linen are featured in the vacation home. The property offers sea views. Newcastle Train Station is 10 miles from the vacation home, while The Sage is 11 miles away. Newcastle International Airport is 11 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
Cottages.com
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

—
Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 full bed
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.8
Location
10
High score for Whitley Bay

Select topics to read reviews:

Guests who stayed here loved

  • Stuart
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    “Loved the2 bed ground floor apartment. The location was exquisite being on the sea front. It was also close, but not too close to a Co-Op & a few amusements.”
  • Maddalena
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    “Very stylish comfortable holiday apartment.Beds were really comfortable.”
  • Caroline
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    “The location was perfect for us as we were attending the Bay Tales event at the Whitley Bay Playhouse on Saturday and fringe events at The Crab and Waltzer and Library. We had booked it last year and were impressed so booked again for this year....”
  • Samantha
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    “The apartment was lovely and contained everything we needed. The bed in the back bedroom is so comfy, can't speak for bedroom 2 as it was never used. Excellent facilities all round and secure parking was a bonus. The view was amazing and the...”
  • Ruth
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    “The central location with fabulous views. Very clean and comfortable.”
  • Sophie
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    “warm, well equipped, very comfortable. fantastic shower and very comfy beds.”
  • Alison
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    “We loved the location of the property with its proximity to the beach and the local amenities. We also loved the style and decor of the property. It was really comfortable and an enjoyable place to stay.”
  • Christine
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    “The view was great. The apartment was of a very high standard with everything we needed in a great location. The hosts helped us regarding parking for a second car. We appreciated the wine and goodies left for us .”
  • John
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    “Great apartment in a great location for the coast and many walks. Some great restaurants. Easy transport links to Newcastle and Tynemouth”
  • Naomi
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    “Location was great Apartment decorated and finished to a high standard”

Managed by Cottages.com

Company review score: 9.2Based on 44,440 reviews from 14176 properties
14176 managed properties

Company info

Cottages-com is home to a number of unique, inspiring collections, curated by our cottage experts. Each collection within the family offers something different, so that all holidaymakers can find the perfect break, wherever it may be and whatever they are looking for. As our name suggests, we love everything about cottages and cottage holidays. We’re here to help you choose from over 23,000 independently vetted holiday properties, not just in the UK, but across France, Ireland and Italy, too.

Property info

Fabulous views towards the sea and the Spanish City from the modern, stylish holiday home perfect for relaxing by the sea.. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Freeview Smart TV Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Kingsize (5ft) Bed Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bathroom 1: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. . Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. This modern, bright, contemporary apartment has beautiful views over the sea and towards St Mary’s Lighthouse to one side and to the right views to the Spanish City Dome, set in a prime location in this seaside town “The Sands” has everything you need for a relaxing break by the sea. Step out of your door, leave your car behind, and be mesmerised by the iconic Spanish City, regenerated in 2018 but originally built in 1910, this gorgeous space is home to a selection of eating places including a champagne bar on the top floor taking in the views of one of the local beaches. The England Coastal Path runs within 150 yards of the property and the beautiful, regenerated promenade is an absolute delight taking in all The Links from St Mary’s Lighthouse to the Spanish City, you can walk all the way along to Tynemouth along the seafront, a glorious stroll for all ages and abilities. The Sands holiday home is perfect for exploring the bespoke shops and cafés along this stretch of coastline and is an ideal location for spoiling yourself with a few drinks and local food in one of the many local restaurants and bistros. The local metro stop is in Whitley Bay and is ideal if you want to visit Newcastle upon Tyne or even Tynemouth if you don’t want to walk or drive. Whitley Bay also has a playhouse with shows every week. Waves Swimming Pool, mini golf, plenty of ice cream and fish and chips, as well as fine dining and locally sourced food. Nearby North Shields i...

Languages Spoken

Danish,German,English,Spanish,French,Croatian,Italian,Dutch,Norwegian,Polish,Swedish

Area info

Amenities of The Sands
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Parking garage

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Kitchen

  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher

Bedroom

  • Linens

Bathroom

  • Towels
  • Shower

Media & Technology

  • TV

Room Amenities

  • Private entrance

Activities

  • Fishing

Outdoor & View

  • Sea view

Miscellaneous

  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating

Languages Spoken

  • Danish
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Croatian
  • Italian
  • Dutch
  • Norwegian
  • Polish
  • Swedish

House rules
The Sands takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 12:01 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation. Pay for any extras during your stay using Visa and Mastercard.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Sands of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Please note that the full amount of the reservation is due before arrival. Cottages.com will send a confirmation with detailed payment information. After full payment is taken, the property's details, including the address and where to pick up the keys, will be sent to you by email.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about The Sands

  • The Sands is 3,100 feet from the center of Whitley Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Sands offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fishing

  • The prices at The Sands may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Sands can accommodate this group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at The Sands is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The nearest beach is 650 feet from The Sands. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, The Sands is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Sands has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.