Summary:
Empress Point is situated in Whitley Bay, voted as the UK’s top place to live in 2024. The holiday let is in a fantastic location near Whitley Bay Beach, while all local restaurants and bars are also just a short stroll away. This seaside town is in the heart of the North East and is ideally located for exploring Newcastle and Northumberland. The property is very comfortable with all the facilities provided for a relaxing break and you’ll also be able to enjoy unrivalled beach and sea views.
The Space:
Empress Point is an impressive three-storey home perfect for group getaways with a stunning view of St Mary’s Lighthouse and the bay from huge windows all over the house. There are four bedrooms - two kings, one double and one bunk twin room, along with a large family bathroom. On the ground floor, there is a large open plan kitchen, living and dining room, and a separate downstairs WC.
Guests can unwind on the comfortable living room couches after a long day of sightseeing or, if you’d like more fresh sea air, can even open the glass door into the cosy lawned garden.
The kitchen is modern and chic in appearance. Fully equipped for self-catering stays, it includes everything you need to dine in, with plenty of utensils, pots, pans, cutlery and glasses. The dining area also shares this space and features a breakfast bar with stools and a dining table with benches.
All bedrooms at Empress Point have been created to be welcoming and relaxing, as they are contemporary and colourful in their own unique ways! All rooms have space to store belongings and get ready for the day ahead. The house features two king rooms, one of which with an ensuite shower room, one double room, and one bunk room with with a small double on the bottom and single on the top.
There is also a washing machine and dryer located on the first floor should you need it.
There is one main bathroom in the property, all supplied with large fluffy white towels and starter toiletries for every guest. Here you can make use of a bathtub, walk-in shower, wash basin and WC.
Guest Access:
Guests have access to the full property. The keys to Empress Point are accessed via a key safe box, and full details will be provided prior to check in.
Private on-site parking is available for up to two vehicles.
A maximum of three well-behaved dogs are welcome to stay at Empress Point per reservation.
The Neighborhood:
The seaside town of Whitley Bay provides the perfect family outing with arcades, a skate park, mini golf, as well as award-winning ice cream and fish and chips. The famous Spanish City is well worth a visit too!
Whitley Bay's golden sands are perfect for sandcastle building and long walks. An outdoor play and water park is close by and ideal for keeping children entertained.
Playhouse Whitley Bay has a varied programme of shows and productions with something for everyone.
St Mary’s Lighthouse is one the borough’s main attractions, having stood as a beacon along the coastline since 1898. It features a nature reserve and wetland habitat ideal for rockpooling and often seals can be spotted lying on the rocks.
Overlooking the sea is a wonderful plaza and events space. Each year, the town hosts the North Tyneside Firework Display attracting tens of thousands of people, as well as a classic car show on the Links, carnival and a food and drink festival on the Spanish City Plaza.
Getting Around:
The nearest train station to Whitley Bay is in Cramlington where there are regular routes to Carlisle, Haltwhistle, Hexham, Metro Centre, Morpeth, Newcastle and Prudhoe.
Whitley Bay is on the Tyne & Wear Metro system, and you'll be able to visit Newcastle, North Shields, Tynemouth and Wallsend.
Whitley Bay has great bus routes to surrounding areas including Ashington, Blyth, Cramlington, Metro Centre, Newcastle, North Shields, Tynemouth and Wallsend.
The closest airport is Newcastle International, 18 miles away from Whitley Bay.
Interaction with Guests:
We're always available for our guests so do not hesitate to get in touch.
