Title: Welcoming Family Home - Pass the Keys Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Welcoming Family Home - Pass the Keys Holiday home in North Shields ## Photo gallery for Welcoming Family Home - Pass the Keys ![Outdoor dining - Welcoming Family Home - Pass the Keys (North Shields)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94740000/94734900/94734801/e01940a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Welcoming Family Home - Pass the Keys (North Shields)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94740000/94734900/94734801/db033b4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, toaster - Welcoming Family Home - Pass the Keys (North Shields)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94740000/94734900/94734801/14f55f81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Welcoming Family Home - Pass the Keys (North Shields)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94740000/94734900/94734801/5448b8d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Welcoming Family Home - Pass the Keys (North Shields)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94740000/94734900/94734801/aef0ad0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located on the North East coastline, this Cosy Family Home is perfect for families or small groups of friends seeking to enjoy award-winning beaches. With its blend of modern and contemporary style, it boasts a welcoming feel with three bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51195 sq ft ## Popular amenities - 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 home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Welcoming Family Home - Pass the Keys About this space \- Cosy Family Home \- Stunning private outdoor space \- Free Parking available \- Coastal area \- Three bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms I am very proud to welcome guests to my family home located on the stunning North East coastline. My home is perfect for families or small groups of friends seeking to enjoy the award winning beaches. The space The property still boasts some of its original features and is located only a 5 minute walk from Tynemouth Beach. Through careful renovation it now contains a blend of modern and contemporary style giving it a very welcoming and homely feel to suit many different peoples tastes. The property will sleep 5 people (1 king size bedroom, 1 double bedroom, 1 single bedroom) and also contains a full upstairs bathroom and a small downstairs toilet. Ground Floor As you enter the property through the private front door you are greeted with a bright spacious hallway and a downstairs toilet to your right hand side. Walking towards the rear of the property the door immediately ahead provides access to the kitchen area and a small breakfast table and chairs. The ground floor also contains a large living a dining room accessible from both the kitchen and hallway. Rear sliding doors allows guests to access and enjoy the stunning private rear garden. First Floor Using the staircase in the hallway you will arrive in a spacious landing area on the first floor. The main large bathroom will be on your right with separate shower and bath facilities on offer. Spare linen and towels can be located in the bathroom storage cupboard. The first floor contains 3 bedrooms with some storage space of offer for guests to unpack and make themselves feel like home. We provide complimentary tea and coffee, as well as travel sized bottles of shampoo, shower gel and soap. Other items provided during your stay are a washing-up pack, toilet roll and kitchen roll. These should last a couple of days. If more is needed, there is a Tesco Express a few minutes walk away. Guest access Guests will have access to the entire property. The property's private garden has a clear partition between neighbors making it a welcoming space for guests to sit out during the evening and enjoy the last remaining sunshine. Other things to note \- This property is not baby-friendly and does not have a travel cot or high chair. CHECK IN / CHECK OUT Check-in time is after \*\*pm and check-out time is before \*\*am. A £30 charge will be requested if guests check themselves in early without permission or if guests do not check out on time as this will cause disruption to my cleaner’s schedule. WHO IS PASS THE KEYS The local community-based team of Pass the Keys® personally inspects the property and certifies the home has met Pass the Keys®’s Property Readiness Standard. Additional rules \- Check-in time is after 3 pm and check-out time is before 11 am. \- Please respect the neighbours and keep the noise down. \- Please use the table mats and coasters to protect the furniture \- When leaving the property please make sure you lock all the door and windows \- When leaving the property please use the thermostat to turn the heating down to 10 or off to help reduce our carbon footprint \- If you like gardening, it’s always appreciated if you wish to deadhead the roses, or to get the hosepipe out, which is situated in the cottage pathway but remember to turn the tap off tightly to avoid a flood. \- Please don’t use the bathroom douche pipes to avoid a flood. IMPORTANT: On behalf of our host at Pass the Keys, we require guest verification facilitated by Truvi (Previously called Superhog). Upon confirming your booking, Truvi will contact the lead booker via a secure link, providing detailed instructions for the verification process. The online verification requires a government-issued photo ID and a credit or debit card. During this process, you may choose between a refundable GBP 500 deposit (plus GBP 10 transaction fee currency equivalent) or purchase a non-refundable damage waiver of GBP 40 (currency equivalent) to cover potential damages during your stay. Once the verification process is successfully completed, check-in information will be provided. If you opted in for a deposit, this will be refunded via credit/debit card after your stay, subject to an inspection of the property. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 - Garden - Unit size: 1,195 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113530000/113527300/113527213/06c01ccb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal Charm - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 3528783 ## About the area North Shields is home to this holiday home. Quayside and Port Of Tyne are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rising Sun Country Park and WWT Washington Wetland Centre. Tynemouth Aquarium and Wet 'n' Wild Water Park are also worth visiting. [Visit our North Shields travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/North-Shields.dx6145156) [View more Holiday homes in Newcastle-upon-Tyne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Upon-Tyne-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6084526-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C55.02761%2C-1.43683&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rEDgnp6xC5Kfc1urlcyFnHcUaVE=) North Shields ### What's nearby - Tynemouth Aquarium \- 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Longsands Beach \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Tynemouth Priory \- 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Tynemouth Castle \- 20 min walk \- 1.1 miles - Angel of the North \- 6 min drive \- 1.5 miles ### Getting around - Manors Station - 12 min drive - Brockley Whins Station - 12 min drive - Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 31 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The View - ‬12 min walk - ‪Platform 2 - ‬19 min walk - ‪Queens Head - ‬18 min walk - ‪Dil & the Bear - ‬20 min walk - ‪Brown's Salt House - ‬15 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Welcoming Family Home - Pass the Keys pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Welcoming Family Home - Pass the Keys? ### What time is check-in at Welcoming Family Home - Pass the Keys? ### What time is check-out at Welcoming Family Home - Pass the Keys? ### Where is Welcoming Family Home - Pass the Keys located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Welcoming Family Home - Pass the Keys Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### stewart g. 10 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy #### Short Stay Nice tidy spacious property ##### stewart g. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brent W. 4 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent location, clean and tidy Clean and tidy ##### Brent W. 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