A “luxury” North East beachside retreat with a “scandi coastal look” located on a quaint private road by the coast, has been named among the best in the UK for a seaside escape. Duneside House, set just a short walk from the “fudge-coloured sand” at Beadnell Bay in Northumberland was praised by The Times for being among the top relaxing getaways by the sea. The publisher commented on its secluded beach cottages guide: “Few of us can resist the allure of the sea and the romance of staying in a secluded waterside cottage just steps away from the sand.

“Luckily, there are countless places to hole up in along the UK’s 7,000 or so miles of coastline. “We’ve picked some of the best seaside retreats for splendid isolation, from cosy cottages beside the surf to former lighthouse keepers’ homes.” You can see all the tranquil beach retreats recommended by The Times here .

What did The Times say about Duneside House in Beadnell? The publisher wrote: “Two miles of fudge-coloured sand, with dogs welcome and rock-pooling popular, Beadnell Bay was named as The Times and Sunday Times’ 2024 best beach in north England. “Steps away from it, and also open to dogs (with a hose for sandy paws), is the stylish Duneside House. “Across two comfy, pale-toned floors come plenty of sofas, a board game-filled cupboard and a large kitchen whose island bar is perfect for morning coffees.

“More soothing blue or green shades dominate the four bedrooms, and you also get a .