Beach Villas In Southport

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Jonathan - Verified booking

  This was booked as a last minute replacement when our booking (through different company, not Sykes) for another property in Southport was cancelled just over a week before we arrived.

  We had looked at this property when planning our trip but originally rejected it due to the spiral staircase which we though might cause us problems, in the event we managed it OK, but it was a bit difficult for my partner to climb and descend. When we arrived we were met by the owner who showed us around and came out with some rather unexpected requests. We were asked to save electricity by (if possible) only using the dishwasher, washing machine and cooker (!) between 09:00 and 15:00 when the solar panels would be providing power. The freezer was turned off and we had to ask for it to be turned on. There were also notices left all over the property telling us to do (or not do) this and that, not very welcoming. We were asked not to lift the blinds of the rooms as they caught on the window catches (due to being fitted badly), but the whole place felt dusty and airless so we needed to lift them just to get some air into it, it would also have been nice to be able to look outside during daylight hours! We were told (and there was a notice!) not to try and adjust the heating as it was controlled from the owners property. I felt it humiliating to return to the property after an evening visiting friends in town to have to call him and ask if we could possibly have some heating as it was cold inside. The parking was exceedingly tight to enter and exit, fortunately my (average sized Honda) is equipped with parking sensors and a rear camera, otherwise we would probably have had to leave it on the street outside and carry our luggage a considerable distance to the property, which is located at the bottom of the owners garden. The main bedroom (downstairs) has a large window, but the glass is frosted so you couldn't actually see into the garden from it! There were also no opening windows to it, just some tiny vents. The upstairs bedroom was small and cramped. The place certainly has character, but it was a bit weird to be cooking and eating in what had been carefully preserved as the original stables. Fortunately, most days we were eating out with our friends, either on trips out during the day, or in the evening at their house. Overall, not a great second week to our holiday, particularly compared to the lovely house in North Wales that we had stayed in for the first week.

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• Kevin - Verified booking

  Lovely house and garden, so peaceful bearing in mind that it is so close to the railway line but we didn't find it disruptive as trains are electric, relatively quiet and went past quickly.

  Downstairs loo was an added bonus for us oldies with creaky joints, no stairs to climb every time the loo was needed. Double bed was so comfy, we slept really well and the walk-in shower was another bonus for us not having to climb in and out of a bath. Kitchen had all the equipment you could need for dining at home. The only downside for us were the sofas, too low for creaky jointed people but sitting on a bundle of cushions soon sorted that problem out. Would recommend a walk into the Village down the pathway by the side of the railway, lovely cafes and restaurants within walking distance and if you fancy visiting a 'real' pub (still has a taproom) then you can't do much better that The Upsteps, the patron and clients were so friendly when we visited to watch a Liverpool game on Sky Sports. We had a really comfortable, peaceful and fab stay at Spring Close. Thank you to all concerned. Cathy & Kevin May 2022

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• Peter - Verified booking

  We really enjoyed our stay in Southport at the Coach House!

  The pool table, and access to Disney, Netflix & a wii games console kept our kids entertained throughout our stay. As a family we didnt have any issues with the spiral staircase to get upstairs, with the kids staying in the upper level bedroom while we stayed in the bedroom on the groond floor. The kitchen was well equipped, including a slow cooker which we used quite a few times while we were out and about. Parking was secure behind electric gates, albeit with a fairly tight reverse in. The location was handy for buses and a nearby Lidl. Its a pleasant 25 minute walk to Southport Centre, which we also did a few times when eating out. The gift of a bottle of wine and some easter eggs on arrival was also a nice treat. Overall its a really fantastic space, and if we ever visit Southport again we will be staying here!

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• Ron - Verified booking

  Our Host John, made us feel very at home, nothing was too much trouble for him.

  We arrived early, were allowed to leave the car on the drive and John gave us directions to a very nice cafe. (John was very good at giving accurate directions to wherever we wanted to go) We arrived to find a very nice little basket of food and a carton of milk. I think that was very thoughtful of him. When our daughter and Grandchildren arrived she had a problem with her car, a front mudflap had come adrift and was scraping on the ground. John said oh you can't drive with that, I'll fix it. He fixed it with a bit of wire, but later came back to say I've been thinking about it and I'll. Tape it up with Gaffa tape that will get you home. He was such a nice chap, we've never had any stay with anyone so caring. I was quite touched. It gave me hope for humanity once more.

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• Audrey - Verified booking

  We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Coach House.

  We found the property was very well equipped and could see that a lot of work had gone into restoring it. It was in a great location only a few minutes drive away from the centre of town and we all enjoyed the pool table which was a very nice touch. Weather was fantastic and we certainly took full advantage of it. I would highly recommend to family and friends to stay at the Coach House and hope to see you in the future. Thanks to Allan who was always on hand to assist with anything and everything. Audrey, Billy, Ross and Nicola Morrison

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