Our story
A Family Connection Since 1929
Bond Coastal Lettings is built around a long family connection to Seahouses, the harbour and this special stretch of the Northumberland coast.
Family owned coastal stays
Rooted in Seahouses
Our family’s connection to Seahouses dates back to 1929. Over the years, the village, harbour and coastline have become a huge part of our family story.
In 1958, Frederick Smith bought his first property here, beginning the next chapter of that connection. What started as a personal family link with Seahouses has grown into something we are proud to share with guests today.
These are not just holiday lets to us. They are part of our family history.
Then and now
From construction to coastal stays
These photographs show the story of the cottages over time, from the early building work to the family properties as they stand today.
Construction underway
Work taking place on the family property in Seahouses, with Spider Cottage below and Tidal Cottage above.
Work completed
The completed building, marking an important moment in our family’s Seahouses story.
The cottages today
Spider Cottage remains our family home, with Tidal Cottage sitting directly above it. Wamses Retreat is to the right of Tidal Cottage, offering another coastal stay close to the harbour, sea views and village life.
Our cottages
Family homes with a Seahouses story
Spider Cottage, Tidal Cottage and Wamses Retreat each have their own character, but the aim is the same: to give guests a comfortable and memorable stay in the heart of Seahouses.
The cottages are well placed for harbour walks, boat trips, beaches, Bamburgh Castle and the Farne Islands.
Frederick Smith
The beginning of a family chapter
Frederick Smith played an important part in our family’s Seahouses story. His purchase of the first family property here in 1958 helped create a connection that continues through the generations.
Getting in touch has changed a bit since this photograph was taken, but the personal service has not. We still want guests to feel looked after, welcomed and able to contact us directly when they need us.
A simple timeline
Nearly a century of family connection
1929
Our family connection with Seahouses begins.
1958
Frederick Smith buys his first Seahouses property, and construction work begins.
1959
Building work is completed.
Today
We welcome guests through Bond Coastal Lettings.
What matters to us
Comfort, location and a proper welcome
We want every stay to feel easy from the moment a guest books. Clear communication, clean and comfortable cottages, thoughtful details and a genuine connection to Seahouses all matter to us.
Family owned
Our properties are part of a long family story, not anonymous holiday lets.
Coastal location
Stay close to the harbour, beaches, Bamburgh and the Farne Islands.
Direct care
Book directly with us for personal service and clear communication.
Book your stay
Come and experience Seahouses for yourself
Whether you are visiting for sea air, coastal walks, harbour views, Bamburgh Castle or a boat trip to the Farne Islands, our cottages give you a comfortable base in one of Northumberland’s best-loved coastal villages.
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