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# Host & Stay | Milbanke House

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Escape to Milbanke House, a newly renovated two-bedroom property in the seaside resort of Seaham. Unwind with your loved ones on the luxury orange velvet sofa, or enjoy meals together in the beautifully decorated dining area featuring trendy velvet chairs.

## Reviews

2.0

### Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Pet-friendly
- Parking available

## Add dates for prices

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## About this property

### Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

### Host & Stay | Milbanke House

Summary:  
  
Milbanke House is a newly renovated two-bedroom property located in the popular North East seaside resort of Seaham. Dog friendly and close to the beach, this beautiful holiday let is perfect for couples, families and small groups of friends looking for a coastal escape. With two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, dining room, living room and private parking, you'll have everything you could need for a self-catering getaway at Milbanke House.  
  
The Space:  
  
With a luxury, orange velvet sofa and a metal coffee table, the living room is the perfect spot to relax with your loved ones. Lay back here with a good book or simply just relax after a day at the seaside. Beautifully decorated, the living area is complete with exposed bricks, wall lamps and wooden flooring. Watch your favourite shows or stream your favourite apps from the 43” Smart TV provided.  
  
Directly behind the living space is the dining room. On trend velvet dining chairs frame the black table so there is ample room for your party to enjoy meals together. Whether you are making home cooked food in the kitchen or you’re ordering in a takeaway, the dining area allows you to socialise easily with your friends or family.   
  
The modern kitchen is on the right-hand side of the dining space and boasts a sophisticated look. With light cream cabinets and wooden worktops, the kitchen is fully equipped with everything you could need for your self-catering staycation. There is an oven, hob, microwave, toaster and kettle. The space is complete with silverware and cookware. A washing machine is also provided for your convenience.  
  
Head upstairs and you’ll find two welcoming bedrooms and a family bathroom. The master bedroom boasts a double bed, storage space and an ensuite shower room. Beautifully decorated, the space includes a cosy cream walls and premium furnishings. The ensuite has a walk-in shower, basin and WC.   
  
The second bedroom also features a comfy double bed with premium bedding and linens. With a bright colour scheme of white, there is an instant relaxing feel. The space is complete with a bedside table and a stylish lamp.   
  
The main bathroom has a bathtub with overhead shower, WC and basin.   
  
Along with parking for one vehicle at the rear of the property, you’ll also find an enclosed yard area.  
  
Guest Access:  
  
Guests have access to the full property. The keys to Milbanke House are accessed via a key safe box and full details will be provided prior to check-in.   
  
Private on-site parking is available for one vehicle.   
  
A maximum of two well-behaved dogs are welcome to stay at Milbanke House per reservation.  
  
The Neighborhood:  
  
Milbanke House is located less than a 5-10 minute drive from Seaham Golf Courses and The Serenity Spa, renowned for its excellent services and recipient of the Good Spa Guide Awards 2019\. Plenty of fantastic cafes and restaurants, such as Sambuca offering Italian cuisine, and The Lamp Room, a bistro restaurant and coffee house, are just a short walk away.  
  
Admire the dramatic cliff top views, seek out one of England's oldest churches or simply relax at the beach in Seaham.   
  
The tranquil beauty of the sandy North Beach, with its inviting rock pools, is sheltered by a long sea wall which also protects the cliffs from the power of the North Sea. Grab an ice cream or simply enjoy the stunning view from Seaham Harbour Marina or set off on a walk along the coastal footpath (part of the King Charles III England Coast Path) to reveal breathtaking views.   
  
Don't miss the perfect photo opportunity with "Tommy" the WWI statue and visit the heritage and lifeboat centre where George Elmy is on permanent display. and you'll be spoilt for choice when it's time to refuel with a wide selection of bars, cafés and restaurants along a busy sea front.   
  
A sense of history is never far away, one of the most outstanding features in Seaham is St. Mary the Virgin Church, recognised as one of the 20 oldest surviving churches in the whole country. Located to the north of the town, this old Anglo-Saxon church has roots thought to date back to the 7th Century.   
  
No visit to Seaham would be complete without a trip to nearby Dalton Park - find bargains galore at the region’s biggest outlet shopping destination.  
  
Getting Around:  
  
Seaham rail station has regular routes to Hexham, Metro Centre, Middlesbrough, Newcastle, Sunderland and Whitby.   
  
Seaham has great bus routes to surrounding areas including Peterlee and Sunderland.   
  
The nearest airport is Newcastle International, 27 miles away from Seaham.  
  
Interaction with Guests:  
  
We're always available for our guests, so do not hesitate to get in touch.

## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in the house: WiFi

### Parking and transport

- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster

### Bedrooms

- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Towels provided

### Entertainment

- TV

### Laundry

- Washing machine

### Work spaces

- Office

### Comfort

- Heating

### Pets

- Pet friendly

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoke-free property

### Location highlights

- Near the sea

### 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)
- First aid kit

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM 

Minimum check-in age - 18 

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

### 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

Note from host: Free

### 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 professional host. 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 

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit 

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

663ba58f4b4d2d0037dc1f86

## About the area

Located in Seaham, this holiday home is by the sea. East Durham Heritage and Lifeboat Centre and Ryhope Engines Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Penshaw Monument and Souter Point Lighthouse. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Karting North East or Stadium of Light. [Visit our Seaham travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Seaham.dx6048752)

[View more Holiday homes in Seaham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Seaham-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6048752-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)

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Seaham, England

### What's nearby

- ![Strange colour water lovely beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048752/ef70c85a-7543-4718-8a25-d68b0da68cad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Blast Beach  
5 min drive \- 1.3 miles
- ![A little known gem within Durham. A lovely walk through the gardens to the Greenhouses](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4628/644da214-90a4-4f55-99b2-73af718cc7d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Durham University  
22 min drive \- 15.2 miles
- ![St. James\' Park showing modern architecture and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079501/36056334-aa49-409f-8a12-c29b751a0c8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
St. James' Park  
27 min drive \- 24.5 miles
- Seaham Harbour Marina  
6 min walk \- 0.4 miles
- East Durham Heritage and Lifeboat Centre  
9 min walk \- 0.5 miles

### Getting around

- Seaham Station  
18 min walk
- Stadium of Light Station  
20 min drive
- Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)  
43 min drive

### Restaurants

- Lamp Room  
10 min walk
- The Coalface  
6 min walk
- The Hat and Feathers (Wetherspoon)  
7 min walk
- Sambuca  
5 min walk
- Crows Nest  
18 min walk

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## Host & Stay | Milbanke House Reviews

## Reviews

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### 10

Cleanliness

### 10

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## Reviews

### 2/10 Terrible

#### Clairlyn D.

8 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

#### Our Stay

Our overall impression of Milibanke House is that its location is great. It is quiet. The management lacks integrity and we encountered several issues. 

##### Clairlyn D.

Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024

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