Title: Sooty Babe colliery cottage.10 mins walk to beach and Castle Eden nature reserve Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=107971459&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sooty Babe colliery cottage.10 mins walk to beach and Castle Eden nature reserve Family-friendly cottage in Hartlepool ## Photo gallery for Sooty Babe colliery cottage.10 mins walk to beach and Castle Eden nature reserve ![Terrace/patio - Sooty Babe colliery cottage.10 mins walk to beach and Castle Eden nature reserve (Blackhall Colliery)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107980000/107971500/107971459/54ec693d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot - Sooty Babe colliery cottage.10 mins walk to beach and Castle Eden nature reserve (Blackhall Colliery)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107980000/107971500/107971459/d02325f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - Sooty Babe colliery cottage.10 mins walk to beach and Castle Eden nature reserve (Blackhall Colliery)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107980000/107971500/107971459/72e626b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Sooty Babe colliery cottage.10 mins walk to beach and Castle Eden nature reserve (Blackhall Colliery)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107980000/107971500/107971459/f50c009e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Sooty Babe colliery cottage.10 mins walk to beach and Castle Eden nature reserve (Blackhall Colliery)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107980000/107971500/107971459/c1abefb2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In a friendly coastal neighborhood, this arty Edwardian terraced cottage is within walking distance to the beach and Castle Eden Dene nature reserve. Unwind in the yarden with sheltered seating area or explore local art murals throughout the house. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sooty Babe colliery cottage.10 mins walk to beach and Castle Eden nature reserve Arty, two bedroom, Edwardian terraced, ex-colliery coastal cottage in a friendly, up and coming, area with good local amenities and walking distance to the beach, Castle Eden Dene nature reserve, river and viaduct. The house features Urban art murals throughout, well equipped kitchen, 58 inch smart TV and bathroom with bath and mixer shower. Free on street parking with plenty of space. To the rear is a yarden (a gravelled yard garden) with sheltered seating area. Well behaved pets are welcome. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Gravel flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smooth flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Bed sheets changed on request - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) ## Similar properties ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122760000/122752900/122752887/005f49c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Harbour Haven by Decent Properties Hartlepool - Washing machine [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=122752887&PinnedHotelID=122752887&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99110000/99109400/99109386/4088d387.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovely 2-Bedroom Home in Langley Park, Sleeps 4 Langley Park - 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18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.75015%2C-1.29244&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ckxghYtjgLoWKUU4LoHns6Qjqb0=) Blackhall Colliery, England #### What's nearby - Tweddle Children's Animal Farm \- 6 min drive \- 2.9 miles - North Sands \- 11 min drive \- 6.3 miles - Hartlepool Maritime Experience \- 12 min drive \- 7.2 miles - Museum of Hartlepool \- 12 min drive \- 7.2 miles - Seaton Carew Beach \- 17 min drive \- 9.5 miles #### Getting around - Hartlepool Station - 19 min drive - Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 48 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Five Quarter (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Hearts Of Oak - ‬6 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sooty Babe colliery cottage.10 mins walk to beach and Castle Eden nature reserve pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Sooty Babe colliery cottage.10 mins walk to beach and Castle Eden nature reserve? ### What time is check-in at Sooty Babe colliery cottage.10 mins walk to beach and Castle Eden nature reserve? ### What time is check-out at Sooty Babe colliery cottage.10 mins walk to beach and Castle Eden nature reserve? ### Where is Sooty Babe colliery cottage.10 mins walk to beach and Castle Eden nature reserve located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sooty Babe colliery cottage.10 mins walk to beach and Castle Eden nature reserve Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Helen L. 19 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just right for what we needed Just right for what we needed ##### Helen L. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia D. 22 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very well equipped, clean and cosy. Would recommend it to friends ##### Patricia D. 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