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✓Detached holiday home named Captains Rest located a stone’s throw from the beach and harbour at Seahouses, Northumberland, UK
✓Luxury standard property finished to a high standard offering spacious and comfortable accommodation
✓Level access throughout the ground floor and listed as an accessibility feature
✓Private on-site parking for 2 cars
✓Large enclosed rear garden with lawned and paved areas, patio, sitting-out area, and garden furniture
✓Ground floor living/dining room with multi-fuel burner and no TV
✓Second living room with Freeview TV
✓Electric central heating throughout the property
✓Multi-fuel burner with initial fuel included and additional fuel available locally
✓Kitchen equipped with electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and washing machine
✓Bedroom 1 on the ground floor with a 4ft 6in double bed
✓Ground floor bathroom with bath and shower over, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓First floor bedroom 2 with zip and link super kingsize bed (can be configured as 2 singles on request)
✓First floor bedroom 3 with 2 x 3ft single beds
✓First floor shower room with cubicle shower, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓Separate annex across the garden containing the master suite on the ground floor
✓Annex master suite bedroom 4 with 5ft kingsize bed and Freeview TV
✓Ensuite in annex with cubicle shower, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓Bed linen and towels included for all guests
✓Cot and highchair available for young children
✓Welcome pack provided on arrival
✓Pets allowed free of charge, maximum 2 pets
✓No smoking allowed anywhere on the property
✓WiFi included throughout the property
✓Fishing opportunities nearby
✓Golf available nearby at the town’s 18-hole course
✓Horse riding available at nearby stables
✓Water sports available locally
✓Boat trips to the Farne Islands offering wildlife viewing including puffins, seals, and possible dolphins
✓Close proximity to the Northumberland Coast Path offering panoramic coastal views, beaches, rocky headlands, seaside towns, and ruined castles
✓Nearby town of Alnwick with attractions including Alnwick Castle, formal gardens, and Bailiffgate Museum
✓Check-in time from 16:00 and check-out time before 10:00

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Local Insights: Captains Rest

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Seahouses, Northumberland

Weather & Local Conditions

14°C

Overcast

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 2:56am

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14.10°C

Temperature

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14 km/h

Wind Speed

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84%

Humidity

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A pet friendly cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film beats a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Captains Rest sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share of an evening.

Location & Elevation

13m

(43 feet above sea level)

Captains Rest sits in a peaceful Northumberland setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

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13m

Elevation

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Seahouses

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Seahouses are typical Northumberland lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 55.5790460° N | Longitude: 1.658903° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Seahouses (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

3:40am

Sunrise

7:44pm

Golden Hour

8:44pm

Sunset

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3:40am

Sunrise

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8:44pm

Sunset

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7:44pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:44pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Seahouses, you have approximately 17.06 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Captains Rest.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Northumberland. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

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About Captains Rest

Need To Know

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Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

July Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To Captains Rest

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Captains Rest Right For Your Group

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