The Open 2026 Accommodation
Just a four minute drive or a 15 minute walk to the course (and Birkdale Village) is this stunning five bedroom period property with sea views and large garden available for rent for the duration of The Open.
KEY FEATURES
*Unbeatable Location: 4-minute drive/15 minute walk to Royal Birkdale Golf Club and Birkdale Village
*Discretion & Security: Quiet residential road, electric gates, CCTV, alarm
*Generous Space: Over 4,000 sq ft across four floors
*Bedrooms: 5 doubles, including one with a private office
*Entertainment & Relaxation: Multiple indoor and outdoor areas
*Sunsets & Sea Views: Panoramic vistas of Welsh mountains & Lake District
WELCOME TO NEWLANDS
Set on one of Southport and Birkdale's most prestigious roads, Newlands is a stunning Victorian-era semi-detached home blending period elegance with modern comfort. Located in a peaceful, secure neighbourhood, it offers exceptional privacy while being just minutes from Royal Birkdale — and a short stroll from Birkdale Village with its multiple bars and restaurants.
Spanning over 4,000 square feet across four floors, the home features exquisite original details — high ceilings, sweeping bay windows, oak flooring, intricate plasterwork, and elegant fireplaces.
ARRIVAL & GROUNDS
Guests are welcomed via a sweeping driveway with space for four vehicles, including an EV charging point. The rear of the property opens onto beautifully landscaped, sunny-aspect gardens — not overlooked — complete with an outdoor kitchen, dining area, and multiple seating zones. A gated pathway leads directly to the Birkdale & Ainsdale Nature Reserve and expansive coastal beach.
LIVING & ENTERTAINING SPACES
*Grand formal living room and secondary reception with surround sound
*High-speed secure Wi-Fi and Sky TV with full sports package (NBC confirmation pending)
*Extensive basement level with open-plan kitchen, dining (seats 12), and lounge
*Double doors to rear gardens for seamless indoor-outdoor living
KITCHEN & UTILITY
*Fully-fitted chef’s kitchen with range cooker, microwave, air fryer, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, coffee machine
*Pantry, separate WC, and full utility room with washer/dryer
BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS
Five double bedrooms across upper floors — four with private seating areas, and one configured as an office. Rear-facing rooms offer stunning views of sunsets and the sea, stretching from the Welsh hills to the Lake District.
*One en-suite bedroom
*Two large family bathrooms with both bath and shower
*SONOS-integrated bathroom sound system (top floor)
*Walk-in wardrobe
*Upper-level kitchenette with Nespresso, mini-fridge, sink, instant hot tap
TECHNOLOGY & SECURITY
*App-controlled electric gates and heating system
*24/7 monitored security cameras
*Advanced alarm and surveillance system
*Full high-speed connectivity throughout
FLEXIBILITY & PERSONALIZATION
The home is undergoing a bespoke internal refurbishment (completion Spring 2026) and we are open to suggestions or requests that could optimise a client’s stay. Whether for comfort, relaxation, or entertainment — accommodations can be tailored.
OPTIONAL ADD-ONS (EARLY BOOKING ESSENTIAL):
*Private chef – who has prepared meals for the King, Queen, and UK Prime Minister
*Executive transport services
*Latest-model gym equipment
Location: Westbourne Road, Birkdale
Bedrooms: 5
Price: On Application
