Boca Chica Cottage

Description

Hidden away at the end of an old farm road lies a small group of houses the furthest being Boca Chica Cottage. It stands proud on the edge of a wide expanse of beach at the mouth of the Wansbeck River, over looking the little known golden bay of Cambois, near Blyth.

The cottage takes its name from an old area name in Cambois reportedly first used in 1745 by two sailors serving under Admiral Vernon (Duke of Newcastle) in the Carthagena War where one of the outposts was Boca Chica.

This is a property steeped in history and the area’s industrial past. Originally stables for wagon horses, it is thought to have housed ponies used in Cambois pit, also as servant’s quarters for the adjoining property and latterly used as a school house.

Owners Clair and Michael bought the adjoining stone house and buildings in 2014 and successfully converted the run down building into a holiday cottage.

The couple have put their own stamp on the building, carefully utilising as much of the original fabric as possible, and have managed to secure many local items to recycle in the build - from the old gym flooring rescued from a school demolition, to the handmade bricks to build the impressive feature chimney breast in the lounge, to the hefty ceiling beams foraged from a local beach.

The property is now a delight, bright and airy, with a clean modern finish enhanced by independently commissioned photography, depicting the immediate surrounds, and the recycled materials and furnishings which give the cottage its heritage.

Boca Chica Cottage is a fantastic holiday retreat for couples or a small family, well behaved dogs are very welcome.

Entrance

• Originally stables for wagon horses
• On entering the arched stable opening you enter the open plan lounge and dining room
• The main hall also leads to the back door

Kitchen

• Modern galley kitchen
• Ceramic hob and oven
• Fridge
• Freezer
• Dishwasher
• Washing machine
• Microwave
• Toaster
• Kettle

Dining Area

• Open plan lounge and dining room
• Wooden table and 4 chairs
• 2 seater leather sofa
• Sideboard

Lounge

• Open plan lounge and dining room
• Comfortably furnished with leather suite
• Flat screen TV
• Wi-fi
• Log burning stove sits in the reconstructed fireplace
• Handmade staircase provides access to the relaxed reading area/children’s den above the lounge area

Bedrooms & Bathroom

• 2 double bedrooms
• Both well furnished with king size beds (one of which can be made into twin beds on request)
• Each bedroom has a wardrobe and set of drawers
• Large shower/wet room is accessed from the main hall

 

• Flat screen TV
• Wi-fi
• Selection of board games, books, dvd’s and CD’s, plus a host of information about the area

Outside Facilities

• Main hall leads to the back door and the well laid out nautically themed garden beyond
• This has been completely refurbished, retaining many of the mature bushes and trees
• Access to the beach can be gained via a path 20m to the north of the cottage or 100m south of the cottage.
• Secure enclosed courtyard

What's Included @ Boca Chica

• All bedding, bed linen and towels
• Full central heating
• Initial logs & kindling for the log burner - more can be purchased from the owners on site
• Smart TV with Freeview x 2
• Wi-fi in main living area
• Selection of board games, books, dvd’s and CD’s, plus a host of information about the area
• A generous welcome pack awaits your arrival
• Selection of toiletries are supplied
• A full inventory can be provided on request
• Cot and High Chair can be provided free of charge on request. (Sorry cot linen is not provided)
• Dog bowl if you have booked your dog
• Storage for leisure gear can be pre-arranged ie. Cycles, kayaks, golf clubs etc

Children's Facilities

Travel Cot and High Chair can be provided free of charge on request. (Sorry cot linen and towel for infant is not provided)

Bringing Your Dog on Holiday to Boca Chica

Boca Chica welcomes well behaved dogs (up to 3) @ £25.00 per dog per week or part thereof. When you book you will be asked to provide some information about your pet which will aide the owner in ensuring that the property is set up to welcome them.

A dog bowl is provided.

A bit of K9 etiquette should be observed during your stay:-

• Your pet should not be left in the property unattended (unless crated - crates can be hired)
• Your pet should not be allowed in the bedrooms or on furniture
• On booking for your pet, you are confirming that it is fully up to date on its flea treatment.

 

Special Notes and Conditions.

Notes and Special Conditions

• The property has access to the beach (20m) so children and dogs should be well supervised whilst in the garden and beach areas.
The secure enclosed Courtyard is suitable for dogs.
• There is a charge of £25.00 per dog per week or part thereof.
• Whilst this is predominantly a single storey property, with all main rooms at ground floor level, there are some steps into and inside the property where changing levels ie one step froom the main hall to the shower room & one of the bedrooms. Please see our access statement for details.

Access Statement

Access Statement
Boca Chica Cottage, Cambois, nr Blyth, Northumberland NE24 1SF
Pre-Arrival
Give the name and distance of the nearest railway station. 8 miles to Morpeth Station
State whether an accessible taxi service is available. Lots of local Taxi services
Blyth 01670 540222
Bedlington 01670 828828
Newcastle 0191 262 6666
Give information about bus services - accessibility, frequency, distance of bus
stop from property, route no.
Bus service poor only twice a day. Go
North East bus service.
Do you offer a collection service? No collection service.
Describe the streets in the area surrounding the property e.g. paved/cobbles/
uneven.
Access to property via tarmac road.
Paved court yard.
State whether you have information about local services for disabled people
e.g. equipment hire, wheelchair repairs, and Shop mobility.
None
Give details of local stores where shopping can be ordered in advance or
state if you can arrange for shopping to be delivered.
Asda,Sainsburys,Tescos delivery fine
prior to arrival.
Parking
State whether parking is available on site or nearby and give the number of
spaces available and distance to the property entrance.
Parking outside property for up to 3
vehicles.
Describe the type of surface from the car park to the main entrance e.g. level/stepped, firm/uneven, tarmac/gravel.
Tarmac
Describe any lighting in the car parking area and en-route from the car park
to the property entrance.
Street lighting
Entrance to Property
How many steps, if any, to the entrance and is there a handrail? 1 step no hand rail
Describe any ramp available at the entrance - are there handrails on one or
both sides of the ramp? State if no level access is provided.
No level access
What is the clear door opening width? (Please take into account any obstacles that may reduce the size of the opening.)
80cm
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Access Statement
Boca Chica Cottage, Cambois, nr Blyth, Northumberland NE24 1SF
Describe how well/evenly lit the area is and what type of lighting is provided
e.g. ceiling spotlights.
Ceiling spot lights throughout
Describe the floor surface e.g. tile/wood/rugs/carpet (thick/short pile). Hard wood flooring with rugs
Halls, stairs, landings, passageways
Describe how well/evenly lit the area is and what type of lighting is provided
e.g. ceiling spotlights.
Ceiling spot lights throughout
How wide are the passageways? Minimum width for wheelchairs/Zimmer
frame/pushchair is 750mm x 800mm preferred.
100cm
Describe the floor surfaces e.g. tile/wood/rugs/carpet (thick/short pile). Hard wood floor throughout
Describe the stairs e.g. number of steps, landings, and handrail(s).
dimension of steps/threshes height, width, depth how many
Stairs- single steps very steep giving
access to loft area. Stairgate available.
Sitting Room / Lounge
Describe where the sitting room is situated and how you access it i.e. is there
level access, ramps(s) or step(s). If steps, how many?
One step from outside directly into
sitting room via door.
What is the clear door opening width, taking into account any obstacles? 80cm
Describe the layout within the sitting room/lounge. Is it level or are there
steps? Are there large spaces between furniture, what type of seating and
tables are there e.g. high/low tables, couches, and easy chairs?
Low 3 seater leather sofa room
around furniture
Is the furniture moveable? Furniture moveable
Where there are TVs are subtitles/audio description available? Yes
Describe how well/evenly lit the area is and what type of lighting is provided. Ceiling spot lights throughout
Describe the floor surface e.g. tile/wood/carpet (thick/short pile). Hard wood floor throughout
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Westfield Farmhouse, Seahouses, Northumberland NE68 7UR
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Access Statement
Boca Chica Cottage, Cambois, nr Blyth, Northumberland NE24 1SF
Dining Room/Area
Describe where the dining room is situated and how you access it i.e. is there
level access ramp(s) or step(s). If steps, how many?
Dining room accessible directly from
sitting room via open plan lounge
What is the clear door opening width, taking in account any obstacles? N/A open plan
Is there space around the table for a wheelchair? Yes space around the table for a
wheelchair
State the clear height underneath the dining table. 83cm
What type of seating is there? e.g. upright chairs with/without arms. Upright chair without arms – high
chair available on request
Describe how well/evenly lit the area is and what type of lighting is provided. Ceiling spotlights throughout
Describe the floor surface e.g. tile/wood/rugs/carpet (thick/short pile) Hard wood floor throughout
Kitchen
Describe where the kitchen is situated and how you access it i.e. is there level access ramp(s) or step(s). If steps, how many?
Level access to kitchen
What is the clear door opening width, taking into account any obstacles? 79cm
State the height of the oven, hob and microwave. Does the oven have a
drop down or side-opening door?
Drop down oven door.
How high is the work surface/food preparation area? 92cm
State the height of the highest shelf and lowest drawer of fridge/freezer. 26cm 55cm
Describe any places to eat e.g. is there a table and chairs in the kitchen?
What is the clear height underneath the table? Describe the type of chairs,
with/without arms?
No eating area in kitchen
State the height of wall cupboards containing crockery, glasses etc. Can
these be moved to lower level cupboards on request?
All can be moved to lower cupboards
upon request
Describe the sink taps e.g. single mixer lever tap. Single mixer tap
List any aids that can assist people e.g. cordless kettle revolving 360 degrees.
None
Describe how well/evenly lit the kitchen is and what type of lighting is provided.
Ceiling spot lights throughout
Describe the floor surface e.g. tile/wood/rugs/carpet (thick/short pile). Hardwood flooring throughout
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Access Statement
Boca Chica Cottage, Cambois, nr Blyth, Northumberland NE24 1SF
Bedroom 1
Do you have any ground floor bedrooms? If yes, how many? 2 ground floor bedrooms
What is the clear door opening width, taking in account any obstacles? 77cm
Can furniture be moved around or removed? Furniture can be removed
What bed combinations are there e.g. twin, double, zip-linked? Double
How wide is the space next to the bed (s)? (For wheelchair user to transfer
onto bed.
65cm
What is the height of the bed(s) to the top of the mattress? What is the
height of the clear space under the bed (if any)?
62cm
Describe how well/evenly lit the bedroom is and what type of lighting is provided;
Well lite with ceiling light and bedside lights
Describe wardrobe and storage space e.g. can rails be adjusted? Small wardrobe fixed rail. Accessible
drawers
Describe the floor surface(s) e.g. tile/wood/rugs/carpet (thick/short pile). Hardwood flooring throughout
Give details of any non-allergenic bedding that can be provided. Goose and duck down pillows. Replacement at request in advance
Are subtitles/audio descriptions available on televisions with instructions
available on how to use it?
Yes
List any other accessible equipment you may have e.g. vibrating alarm clock. None
Bedroom 2
What is the clear door opening width, taking in account any obstacles? 80cm
Can furniture be moved around or removed? Yes
What bed combinations are there e.g. twin, double, zip-linked? Zip linked 2 singles or 1 double
How wide is the space next to the bed (s)? (For wheelchair user to transfer
onto bed.
95cm
What is the height of the bed(s) to the top of the mattress? What is the
height of the clear space under the bed (if any)?
66cm
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Westfield Farmhouse, Seahouses, Northumberland NE68 7UR
Telephone: 01665 721380 Email: stay@staynorthumbria.co.uk www.staynorthumbria.co.uk
Access Statement
Boca Chica Cottage, Cambois, nr Blyth, Northumberland NE24 1SF
Describe how well/evenly lit the bedroom is and what type of lighting is provided;
Well-lit ceiling spot lights and bedside lights
Describe wardrobe and storage space e.g. can rails be adjusted? Small wardrobe fixed rail. Accessible
drawers
Describe the floor surface(s) e.g. tile/wood/rugs/carpet (thick/short pile). Hard wood floor throughout
Give details of any non-allergenic bedding that can be provided. Goose and duck down pillows. Replacement at request in advance
Are subtitles/audio descriptions available on televisions with instructions
available on how to use it?
No television in second bedroom
List any other accessible equipment you may have e.g. vibrating alarm clock. None
Bathrooms, Shower-Rooms And Toilets
Is there level access from the bedroom to the en-suite or shared facilities i.e.
no steps?
Access to bathroom via hallway no
on suite
What is the clear door opening width, taking in account any obstacles? 84 cm
Describe the shower - is it separate or over the bath? Level entry with no
raised lip?
Opening to shower wet room 57cm
small lip to access
What is the height of the WC from floor to seat? 47cm
What is the height of the washbasin? Is there clear space underneath the
sink i.e. no pedestal?
What types of taps are on the washbasin and bath? e.g. lever.
Give details of what support/grab rails are fitted where e.g. bath, shower,
WC.
None
How well lit is the room? Describe the type of lighting used e.g. ceiling lights,
fluorescent tube shaving light;
Ceiling lamp well lit
Describe the colour contrast of the floor, walls, doorways and towels. What
is the colour scheme for these?
Grey and white walls blue colour
scheme towels etc
Describe the floor surface(s) e.g. non-slip/laminate/tile/wood/carpet (thick/
short pile).
Hard wood floor and tiles
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Westfield Farmhouse, Seahouses, Northumberland NE68 7UR
Telephone: 01665 721380 Email: stay@staynorthumbria.co.uk www.staynorthumbria.co.uk
Access Statement
Boca Chica Cottage, Cambois, nr Blyth, Northumberland NE24 1SF
Garden
Describe the garden area that guests have access to e.g. patio and lawn. Lawn area with mature planted
shrubs and trees. Gravel path from
small gravel drive around to rear
door. Paved area from rear door.
Steps from rear door to path. Path
leads to a gate giving access to
beach by a steep path.
State whether these areas are flat/undulating, stepped (details) etc. Give
details of what seating is available.
As above garden flat but steps from
rear door.
What is the width of footpaths? 60cm
Describe the surface of the footpaths e.g. level/firm/uneven/is gravel used? As above mixed gravel and paved
area.
Additional Information
Describe any facilities, equipment or services you offer not detailed above. High chair, travel cot on request
Assistance dogs, it is illegal to refuse to accept working assistance dogs.
What facilities are offered to assistance dogs e.g. run area, water bowls?
Court yard and bowls provided
What internet access is available? Is this charged for or is it free? Mobile
phone reception?
Free wi fi in most rooms. Mobile reception in area.