Twitcher's Rest, Hartlepool, County Durham

County Durham. Sleeps up to 3

Resting on the outskirts of Hartlepool is this delightful, seafront terraced house. Enjoying fabulous sea views, this Headland property is perfect for families seeking a traditional seaside getaway to the North East of England. Step into the large sitting room, housing plenty of seating for everyone to snuggle up and enjoy a DVD beside the alluring woodburning stove. Just beyond this room rests the well-presented kitchen, appointed with a selection of contemporary appliances and stylish units to form an attractive cooking area. Upstairs plays hosts to the bedrooms, including a single and double bedroom, the double benefitting from glorious sea views, as well as a dazzling family bathroom with bath and shower over layout. After a tiring day exploring the coastline, look forward to a soothing bath to relax and rejuvenate. Resting on the property's front door is the magnificent Headland beach where guests can while away the day listening to the waves crashing against the sea wall. Follow the coast until the reach the Heugh Breakwater where the brave among you can walk along it out into the open water; a truly breath-taking place to admire the far reaching and uninterrupted views across the North Sea, on clear days you can even see across to the town's other beach Seaton or as far as Redcar! Stroll along Hartlepool’s historic quay and make a stop in the fascinating museum, housing large exhibitions which tells the story of Hartlepool from prehistoric times to the present day, including the steel, coal and fishing industries. If you an ardent fan of Brenda Blethyn in Vera you will probably identify a number of places on the Headland and wider afield on Teesside which are used. There is even a day out you can book visiting the places in the North East where the series has been filmed! And before you settle down for the evening, just make sure you are not missing out one of the fabulous sunsets from the promenade. ( The sunrises are just as impressive but that may be too much of an ask!). Get your retail fix in the Middleton Grange shopping centre which is one of the largest in the North East. Outdoor enthusiasts can stroll, jog or cycle along the Promenade immediately outside the house, walk or beach-comb on the adjacent beach, or go rockpooling within a couple of minutes walk. Further afield there are walks along the banks of the banks of the River Tees or the Durham Coastal Path. Wildlife enthusiasts will enjoy a visit to the RSPB's flagship reserve at Saltholme or Teesmouth Nature Reserve, home to a diverse range of habitats and offering plenty of bird-watching opportunities. The Headland is renown amongst twitchers as one of the top migratory birdwatching hotspots, and attracts a wide range of birds throughout the year. Terns, waders, seaduck, geese, gannets and guillemots abound and with patience and binoculars you can occasionally see dolphins and porpoises from the house! Head further north to the cathedral city of Durham and explore the quirky shops and award-winning restaurants, as well as the historic attractions including the Romanesque cathedral. Newcastle is also within a easy journey for a day out in the north's leading city. With plenty to see and do in the area, this coastal dwelling has everything you’ll need for a seaside holiday to remember.

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