Guests say
The Costins is a well-equipped, cosy cottage in a peaceful village setting, just steps from a beautiful dog-friendly beach. Guests praise its cleanliness, comfortable beds, and excellent location for exploring the coast and Lake District. The property is ideal for families and pet owners, with friendly locals and scenic walks nearby. Some minor maintenance issues and occasional parking challenges are noted, but these do not detract from the overall positive experience. Limited local amenities mean guests should plan ahead, but the cottage remains a popular choice for a relaxing getaway.
Most guests found the cottage clean and tidy on arrival, with several repeat visitors highlighting its cleanliness. However, a few reviews mention lapses such as dusty areas, dirty cutlery, and pet hair on sofas, indicating occasional inconsistencies.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to the beach, scenic views, and easy access to the Lake District. The peaceful village atmosphere and friendly locals are frequently mentioned as highlights, though limited local shops are noted.
Many guests found the beds and sofas comfortable, contributing to a relaxing stay. However, some reviews mention hard single beds and less comfortable seating, suggesting comfort may vary depending on personal preference.
The cottage is generally well-equipped, with guests appreciating the kitchen, hot shower, and dog-friendly features. Some maintenance issues recur, such as a loose shower head, broken drawer, and limited towels, but these are typically minor and do not overshadow the overall experience.
There are no mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
This contemporary cottage offers modern living and a superb beachside location in the coastal village of Allonby.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: 49" Freeview TV, Gas Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Small enclosed courtyard with patio and garden furniture. 2 small dogs welcome. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Allonby has a great seaside heritage and an interesting past from tales of smugglers frequenting its shores, to its transformation as the regional centre for herring fishing. Walking around you can see reminders of its history and of its Victorian charm, with cobbled streets and narrow lanes. Fast forward a few hundred years and modern day Allonby offers a fantastic, 21st century beachside stay in a coastal village designated as an Area of Outstanding Beauty. 1 The Costins makes that stay just perfect.
This modern, semi-detached property, built in 2007, offers contemporary living and is a great property for your next Cumbrian getaway. This beautiful home, set over two floors, can accommodate up to four guests and features a spacious master bedroom on the first floor, as a well as a twin bedroom and a bathroom with shower over the bath. It would be perfect for one or two couples, and certainly great for families. Downstairs, the well equipped kitchen and modern living room features wooden floors and stylish furniture, meaning you will have everything you need to relax after a long day breathing in the fresh sea air. Your pets can come too, and the hard floors downstairs make it an ideal property for your companions to enjoy their holiday too! The property benefits from its own driveway for private parking, and if you want to bring along your bikes or water sports equipment, there is plenty of storage available in the lockable garage. At the rear of the property, there is a small enclosed patio complete with garden furniture which is perfect for soaking up the morning sun.
Step outside the property and you have a lovely tea room within 20 paces, and then cross the quiet road to the wonders of Allonby Beach. Its long stretching sandy bay is the perfect place to exercise your four-legged friends and to go exploring for shells with the children, the family will love it. Also across the road is a playground for children and a football field with goal posts. If you don’t feel like cooking after a long drive, there is a fish and chip shop across the road, 150 yards, and the local pub is just 100 yards. Allonby Beach offers spectacular views across the Solway Firth to the mountains of southern Scotland, and is located just 5 miles from Maryport if you are looking for more restaurants, shopping and pubs.
If you want a more rugged adventure, you are only a 10-mile drive from the Lake District National Park, where you can tackle any one of the 214 Wainwright walks. It is just 16 miles to the nearest lake, Bassenthwaite, home to the Lake District Wildlife Park with over 100 species of animals, which makes for a great family day out. It is also home to the Lakes Distillery, who produce local gin, whisky and vodka, and also offers tasting tours too. If you like the coast and beaches, 1 The Costins is a great choice for your next holiday. Beach 100 yards. Shop 50 yards, pub and restaurant 100 yards.
Free WiFi
Small dog/s only allowed.
There are steps to the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (30)
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Confirmed Guest
Had a great stay - great location for lovely dog friendly beaches. Village is small but has couple of pubs and coffee shops. Great ice cream shop! Cottage has everything you need
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Confirmed Guest
We were very disappointed when we arrived as cottage didn’t match photos. The first thing we had to do was find a shop to buy toilet paper and kitchen roll. Coffee tables were sticky and stained with spilled drinks and the patio had strawberries squashed onto it. No information about local amenities or places to eat. Definitely not what we have been used to with cottages.com!
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Cindy Tinnion
We love staying at the Costins. It's our third stay this year and we've been coming here for years. It's always very clean. Place to park the car around the back. Not the front! There are parking wars with the residents but we learned years ago to park around the back as one of the residents is very confrontational and we saw her in action with another holiday maker in the street in a different cottage. I was reluctant to mention the bad neighbours in the review but thinking about it I think a heads up is good .This little house is perfect for us, it's in a fab location feels like home from home now... And yeah we'll be back again. Glad the back bedroom window was fixed too little fixes like that mean the owner cares and takes notice😊