Mill Dam Guest House
Mill Dam Guest House descritpion
Mill Dam Guest House sells fast on our site. In the Riverside area of South Shields, Mill Dam Guest House offers well-appointed accommodation on the Tyne and Wear coast. The property has its own attractive garden, with free parking, WiFi access throughout and pets are welcome free of charge.
Each room at Mill Dam Guest House has en suite facilities with shower or bath. All rooms have a TV with DVD player, hairdryer and tea and coffee facilities.
No breakfast is served, but the house lies within 5 minutes’ walk of the town’s cafés, pubs and restaurants. There is a large 24-hour supermarket just 4 minutes away.
On the banks of the Tyne, South Shields is just over 11 miles east of Newcastle. Gateshead, Sunderland and Whitley Bay are all 20-25 minutes’ drive away, and you can reach the historic cathedral city of Durham in less than half an hour.
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Facilities of Mill Dam Guest House
Outdoors ：Grounds
Pets ：Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities ：Fishing
Internet ：Free!WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking ：Free!Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
Services ：Laundry | Daily Housekeeping
General ：Non-smoking Rooms | Facilities for Disabled Guests | Heating | All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
Reviews for Mill Dam Guest House
Review 1：The room was very small. The bed next to the window was cold with a drought from the window.
Review 2：The room was warm Tea and coffe making facility was ok. Wifi was OK
Review 3：it was in need to a deep clean the shower was in need of a proper clean ..they had taken my credit card payment on the day i booked 10th August but we were not staying until 5th November and the balance had to be paid in cash as they said payment machine was not working .....not a nice play to stay . dog fouling in private car park , which i hadnot realised was on my shoes . horrible, key was left in reception. no. human contact untill they wanted the balance of the bill...
Review 4：nearness to where we needed to be ... room had tv on wall. plenty tea and coffee sachets left and small fridge on dresser.. free wifi ...
Review 5：Room no. 5 no window or decent ventilation. It was boiling and therefore uncomfortable, noisy of people upstairs, baby crying. Toilet made noises all throughout night which woke boyfriend up.
Review 6：Good facilities with iron, kettle, DVD player.. Good location, walkable to centre
Review 7：Lack of breakfast, car park to small for vehicle I was in, having to wait outside in the rain as there was no cover, discovering after a few minutes that the door was in fact unlocked, and discovering that this is yet another establishment that takes your money before you have arrived, a practice I'm afraid that is turning into a pet hate of mine, so if like me you disagree with this practice, don't go here.
Review 8：Liked the quaint location.
Review 9：I found the cobbled streets hard to negotiate being that I walk with a cane, also the hill going up to the town. None of which is your problem, but maybe you could inform elderly guests in the future what to expect. Having said that It would not deter me from staying again, I"d come by car.
Review 10：It was quiet and out of the way, ideal for less infirm people'
Review 11：I try to find good in everything but this time it was difficult . I missed the e mail stating the room has no window s . OK, but we were asked not to put the extractor on as other guests complain ,so by 1 am I had to hold the door open for twenty minutes to get enough air to sleep. the shower was a caravan tray so you had to decide to put your body on either the cold tiles or the cold shower curtain . the sink was a tiny hand basin not suitable for anything other than washing hands. being right at reception we had to let some late arrivals in and they thought I was the proprietor. the dried blood on the quilt we found in the morning did not make me too happy either . doing mostly camping I can normally put up with alot! sorry this has to be the worst ever accommodation i have stayed in !
Review 12：the bed was comfy. room quite large
Review 13：I arrived early and called to ask if I could leave my bags as I was going out with my cousin, they couldn't have been more helpful and when I got there provided me with the keys to the room even before they had finished getting it ready
Review 14：To be honest be love it :)
Review 15：The staff were brilliant and we were made to feel welcome, room was big enough we had the room leading onto the garden with the patio doors the bed was comfortable (the girlfriend had to comment this one as) well i slept in the garden on the grass lol, but over all great family ran guest house we have friends who live here and they were alloud to come round and sit with us :) if i was to be honest i would giv this a 5 star guest house :)
Review 16：Room and bathroom was far to small, no windows which we wasnt told about. A large fan was put in place which blew out hot air, was like sleeping in a Sauna. Could hear people coming in and out of the quest house at silly times of the morning as the room was besides the main entrance. No one waiting at entrance for our arrival, had the wait 30 minutes before anyone came to us (we stood at the entrance and phoned the staff to come down) bathroom was to small you couldnt bend over in it. Shower floor was extremely slippery. Aircon should be put in room 5 as you couldnt breath in there without a window.
Review 17：Bedroom was decorated very nice.
Review 18：My room number 5. No Window. Too hot. Fire trap. Bathroom tiny,wash basin so small could not wash both hands at once.Could not bend over in bathroom shower did not get hot enough.The room had no windows and was really hot so could not sleep,room was drab needed a good painting and refurb.Headboard on bed was not fixed,walls had holes in it.What I saw of the other rooms from the outside they were a lot better and cleaner.Room 5 should not be rented out.
Review 19：Location.
Review 20：Such good value, for such a luxurious experience. My single room included supplies of hot chocolate & biscuits. And I was very comfortable. I wouldn't hesitate to return, an outstanding stay.
Review 21：We booked last minute and was told the room had no window. I suppose we should have cancelled but decided for one night it would be manageable. Don't ever stop in room 5 it was horribly hot. We had to risk it and opened the bedroom door to get some air in.Also the shower and toilet room was tiny and not very nice. Even some vents in the door would help with some air.
Review 22：Close to customs house and the river. Great historic place of the river and its past.positives were fridge and comfy bed.Other rooms did look a lot nicer.
Review 23：no bad points .
Review 24：the hotel was very pet friendly .very relaxed atmosphere and the staff were very helpful and pleasant . the single room was bright , comfortable and clean .you can come and go as you please !! looking forward to my next stay as is my dog .
Review 25：The room was very comfortable and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The location was excellent and I will definately be returning in the future!
Review 26：Couldn't connect to the wifi. Strange noise all night. Very noisy toilets of other occupants. No staff on hand to pay- she had to leave her other job to take payment.
Review 27：The bed was super comfy, room nice and clean. Last minute booking.
Review 28：Nothing cleaned on Sundays! If you are not going to clean the room, then make the sign bigger, not a line on a long detailed list, charge less for that night (this hotel charges more on Fridays and Saturdays (why?) - and leave a supply of biscuits to cover the day.
Review 29：Its proximity to where i needed to be Clean Warm Free wifi
Review 30：very stuffy room without window for ventilation it just felt like a big cupboard. the other rooms looked ok so just avoid room 5 if possible
Review 31：conveniently situated for where we wanted to go
Review 32：I got a little confused as to where and how we were to get to our room but once we Sussed it out was perfect
Review 33：It didn't feel like you were stopping away, it was that comfortable it was like being in your own place :-)
Review 34：Only critism is there was no milk left on the tea and coffee making facilities
Review 35：After personally making a mistake with the original booking, I rang up the guest house and the staff could not have been more helpful over the phone, comfy bed, great location, great value for money! Would definitely book again!
Review 36：Upon arrival we had to buzz and wait for what looked like the cleaner in her slippers [ dont know if she was as no name was given] that was he last we seen of any staff. The room smelled heavily of air refreshner when we arrived , this turned out to hide the strong smell of dampness. The ensuite toilet was so shocking it had make do boxing in around held with silicone.It made a noise all night when flushed and you clearily heard when next door was in the toilet , worst converted cupboard ever. The bed was so bad , the mattress was badly marked which if i had seen at the beginning of stay i would have been out of the place like a shot. Its springs made pinging noises when ever you sat on it , well passed its sell by date. The room had only one basket woven chair so only one of us could sit at a time . The kettle couldnt be filled from the toilet sink as it was too large . We had to fill the kettle a cup at a time. The small lcd tv was placed pointing to the bed not the chair but strangly 3 inches from the ceiling so watch your neck looking up .The place has workmen at it at moment so early am there was men outside the patio doors shouting for a broom . Really the worst time Ive ever had at a hotel
Review 37：Only plus too this place is it is near the town centre
Review 38：The shower area was in need of updating .
Review 39：Easy access and friendly staff , good for dogs as well . The venue is good and hassle free I shall return when visiting my son again .
Review 40：There isn't a reception as such, was greeted by the cleaner who gave us the keys to our room..there wasn't any interaction with any other member of staff from arriving to leaving.
Review 41：The room was comfortable, facilities were good as was the location.
Review 42：The bathroom was a little tired but it was clean .
Review 43：The room was spacious and host accommodating. The area is near new developments and shops . Easy to go with dogs , beach nearby .
Review 44：No one there to greet you on arrival, we were ment to stay 2 nights but only stayed one so paid for 2 but no staff there to let them know we were leaving,don't think they would of even known we had left early.
Review 45：Fantastic location
Review 46：Damp smell in room. Not the cleanest.
Review 47：Locations good there's many pubs and clubs next door. It wasn't too bad for an overnight stay but wouldn't stay any longer in a room without window.
Review 48：My sat nav found it difficult to find at night as it is off the bigger road and not clearly sign posted. The shower was a wet room which although lovely meant there was no where dry to put towels or clothes and the sink was tiny.
Review 49：We were very late in arriving ( due to extremely poor weather and poor driving conditions) but the member of staff was there and welcoming. We had phoned earlier to advise of our lateness. The room was generous in size, the beds comfy and outside quiet.
Review 50：We had booked and payed in advance for two nights but the "receptionist" had no record of this. We were put into a room which was scruffy and had a miniscule and dirty bathroom. On the second night we found a bed bug in the bed. After booking in we did not again see a staff member and the security arrangements are appalling.
Review 51：Nothing
Review 52：Shower room too small. door needs attention as also toilet seat A second pillow would be nice emphasise no breakfast available on web
Review 53：Room comfortable clean
Review 54：The journey by road to the Port of Tyne was more than the stated distance, therefore the taxi fare cost me quite a lot and I could have upgraded to a guest house/hotel that did breakfast also.
Review 55：The closeness to South Shields and the shops and restaurants.
Review 56：couldn't get on to the wi fi. The shower was a bit cramped and water kept spilling over the shower basin.
Review 57：Great location. Good facilities. Friendly staff. comfortable bed.
Review 58：No Staff to meet us on arrival. We had to ring the Guest House telephone number and were told which room we were in. The keys were in the back of the door and the invoice was on the bed. The bathroom drainage was operated by a pump that made a loud noise every time a tap or shower was used, or a toilet flushed.The taps were loose in the tiny sink. The bathroom mirror was inadequate. Poor lighting throughout the room.
Review 59：Very Little
Review 60：The "wet room bathroom", in Room 1 for diabled use.Water never drained away from shower, making floor wet. No normal sized mirrors in either bathroom or main bedroom, sink in bathroom far too small. TV didnt work first day. Never saw owner when we left, gave the cleaner our keys. Difficulty filling kettle from the tiny sink.
Review 61：Location Price Cleanliness Free Wifi Friendly owner Tea and coffee facilities Able to leave luggage longer. Comfortable beds Quiet
Review 62：So warm fan on alnite
Review 63：Location size facilities
Review 64：Car park is dark and not covered by CCTV. Shower is tiny and uncomfortable.
Review 65：Comfortable, warm and spacious room. Good price.
Review 66：Light not working in main room, just needs a new lamp.
Review 67：Lady we meet was very helpful and polite
Review 68：Not a bad day xperience but toilet was a bit aquard if you had mobility problems
Review 69：Good location
Review 70：Nice comfortable stay
Review 71：it was ideal for what our trip was for.
Review 72：Wait while check in
Review 73：Good bed, clean and low price and good location
Review 74：No breakfast
Review 75：Pets allowed
Review 76：Short walk to Riverside Inn for evening meal
Review 77：friendly, helpful people, nice comfortable room with tea/coffee making facilities, fridge, iron & ironing board, handy location.
Review 78：The comfort of the bed aswell as the fridge in the room
Review 79：all good
Review 80：clean comfortable and easy access to town centre
Review 81：good for business use, easy parking
Review 82：Spotless, comfortable, cheap !!!!s
Review 83：Clean , Friendly , safe place to stay.
Review 84：Room adequate for my needs on this occasion. Room cleaned daily, fresh towels and tea and coffee filled daily.
Review 85：Cushions smelled of sick but had been sprayed over with air freshener yuk
Review 86：The toilet and shower made a noise through the night
Review 87：The room the staff and the room was very warm
Review 88：no breakfast no area to relax other than in bedroom
Review 89：location comfortable bed decor of room
Review 90：Just everything l
Review 91：A warm welcome and friendly services
Review 92：Great hotel at great price, handy for Tyne Tunnel.
Review 93：The tiolet kept making ä noise but other than that no problems
Review 94：Comfy clean rooms, helpfull staff
Review 95：Friendly staff always happy to help
Review 96：The was waiting for me warm and tidy... I was freezing and inside was so hot I slept as a baby... Wish I could stay there more
Review 97：Small ensuite, dated decor, noisy in the morning.
Review 98：Good location, comfortable bed. Free Wifi, quite area to park.
Review 99：nothing good value
Review 100：Good location. Staff helpful and informative. Would stay again if coming to South Shields.
Review 101：Matress on Beds uncomfortable
Review 102：Easy check IN & Out
Review 103：nothing
Review 104：everything
Review 105：The en suite needed a little tlc
Review 106：The constant humming noise in our room coming from ventilation system
Review 107：The parking
Review 108：Facilities very basic Bathroom floor was covered in residual grout
Review 109：Location was good
Review 110：Good bargain and great location
Review 111：nothing was too much trouble for the staff clean friendly great location.
Review 112：I particularly liked that there was no breakfast included, a meal I usually have to pay for but don,t eat.
Review 113：The room wad clean but thrre were a couple of small things that let it down . Dust in obvious places where you couldn't help but clean in plane sight on windowsill at the head of the bed . Bathroom surfaces again in plain site where you cant miss it . And the coffee mate container , there was a lovely supply of tea , coffee , hot chocolate and milk , Coffee mate was in a very dirty clear container .
Review 114：Freedom to come and go anytime as a key for the front door was provided . Beautiful surroundings close to the sea and town . Free parking . Good wifi connection . Nice hot water for shower . Friendly landlady . Lots of hot drinks supplies .
Review 115：We liked the location.It was guiet we was left to our own devices no hassle .The room was clean comfortable and had everything we could wish for .we will stay again later in the year
Review 116：Although clean the bathroom tiles could do with going over with a tooth brush and bleach or failing that re grouting.
Review 117：For the price we weren't expecting to much just a bed after a girls night but was pleasantly surprised. Staff was friendly and helpful the room was clean and spacious and the bar at the end of the road was good for a late drink.
Review 118：Nothing at all.
Review 119：Everything you want from a Guest House! The owner was genuinely friendly and went out of her way to accomodate my needs (including extra nights at short notice) and nothing was too much bother. I stayed in two different rooms during the week. The decor was very tasteful and the rooms were very clean, fresh and good sizes. Great value all round.
Review 120：Room number five has no window and is quite clostrophobic. This room and the one next to it are fitted with macerator toilet systems which are very very noisey.The sound proofing between room number five and the one next door is none existant.When the ocupants of the room next door started using the toilet and showering at four in the morning they might as well have been in our room.
Review 121：location very good,staff friendley and helpfull,bed comfortable,lots of in room drinks to make.
Review 122：Shower floor (room 2) had a downward angle and the door would not close properly.
Review 123：Quiet, clean, good tea and coffee facilities. Adjacent car park. Great for events at the Customs House.
Review 124：The room was very small and the tea and coffee supplies were horrible, powdered milk and creamer in grubby looking plastic containers that had been used by other residents. Individual servings would be better. We would not use these. The bathroom needed some updating, although the shower was good. The water pump for the supply in the bathroom was very noisy. When we wanted to check out and pass on keys we spoke to someone through an intercom and was told to leave keys on desk, would gave been better to do this face to face.
Review 125：Well located for town centre. Good shower, hair dryer, iron and board supplied. Good parking.