Guests say
Guests have had a delightful experience at 9 Salt Pan Well Steps, praising its cosy charm, excellent location, and stunning views. The cottage's cleanliness and tasteful decoration have been appreciated, along with thoughtful touches like a welcome bottle of Prosecco. While some minor maintenance issues were noted, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many looking forward to returning.
The cottage is consistently described as clean, with only one mention of dampness on the walls, which seems to be an isolated issue rather than a reflection of overall cleanliness.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to local attractions and the town, with guests appreciating the short walks to pubs and restaurants.
The cottage is frequently referred to as cosy and comfortable. However, there were a couple of minor complaints about bedding and the inconvenience of stairs for nighttime bathroom visits.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a quick response to a fridge issue noted positively. However, points are deducted for the mentioned dampness, loose toilet seat, and lack of a microwave.
Guests have mentioned thoughtful gestures such as a welcome bottle of Prosecco and an informative leaflet. While these are appreciated, it is politely noted that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Settled near the banks of the River Esk in Whitby, a bustling seaside town in North Yorkshire, you can find the charming, one-bedroom townhouse of 9 Salt Pan Well Steps.
A former fisherman’s cottage, with tasteful living areas set over three floors, this cosy home boasts superb positioning close to nearby shops, pubs, and a beach, making it an idyllic base for a couple seeking a romantic escape near the brilliant setting of the North York Moors National Park. On road parking is available close to your new home-from-home, step into a well-appointed, immaculate kitchen/diner, which features appliances you’ll need to prepare a delicious dinner for two. Head upstairs to relax in the sitting room as you catch up on the day’s events or start planning the rest of your holiday, take in the picturesque views out of the two large windows of the bustling harbour, swing bridge and townscape in one direction and the River Esk and North Yorks Moors in the other. Wake up to brilliant views again looking out upon Whitby Harbour and the moors before heading out to explore the town, wind down Salt Pan Wells steps to join the River Esk as it meets the harbour, within 10 minutes you will be in the centre of Whitby with all its delights. You’ll find plenty to do and see in Whitby, whether that’s snapping shots of notable landmarks such as the Larpool Viaduct or The Haggerlythe, ascending the 199 Steps to gain unparalleled views of the town and harbour, enjoying a tranquil stroll through Pannett Park and Whitby Museum, or even learning more about Bram Stoker’s iconic villain on a tour at the Dracula Experience. Your trip to Whitby would also be incomplete without a peaceful day spent upon the golden stretch of Whitby Beach, where you can sunbathe and enjoy an amble along West Pier or a stroll up to Whitby Harbour East Lighthouse. A short distance away the North York Moors National Park houses locales such as Mallyan Spout Waterfall and National Trust Nunnington Hall, both of which are well worth a visit. For the ultimate escape to North Yorkshire, look no further than 9 Salt Pan Well Steps.
The seaside town and port of Whitby lies at the mouth of the River Esk in the Scarborough district of North Yorkshire. Ideally situated for exploring this beautiful part of Yorkshire, the local area hosts an array of activities so you can be sure to get the best out of both the countryside and the coast. From the nearby North York Moors to its Blue Flag beaches, there's something here for everyone. Amongst its many attractions, Whitby holds a charming atmosphere, home to winding streets and hidden alleys, where you can find a wide selection of eateries and shops scattered amongst them. Take a trip to the picturesque harbour and lighthouse to watch the sun set or get involved in some whale watching or a coastal cruise to watch the creatures up close. Climb the famous 199 steps to the Whitby Abbey to immerse yourself with history, or visit the Captain Cook Memorial Museum presenting historical and ethnographic exhibition about Cook himself. Close to the Robin Hood's Bay, rich in heritage, wonders and scenic spots, and in easy reach of the bustling towns of Scarborough and Middlesbrough, Whitby is a prime location for exploring all of the delights that Yorkshire has to offer.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
One second-floor double bedroom.
Ground-floor shower room with shower cubicle, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
First-floor sitting room
Central heating.
Electric oven and hob, fridge.
WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Roadside parking available.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.1 miles, beach 0.8 miles, River Esk 0.1 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Whitby Abbey
- Whitby Museum
- Whitby Beach
- Runswick Bay
Reviews (12)
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Jennifer
Beautiful little cottage, prosecco a nice welcome touch. Great location, amazing views of Whitby would recommend this cottage.
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Fay
Also was a lovely gesture leaving s bottle of cava for us , so thankyou for that very kind . Theres a lot of damp on inner walls which was flaking off in the bedroom needs attention near where you hang your clothes . Were nearer our sixties now so found having to go down 2 flights of stairs a bit of a bind when needing the toilet through the night . Parking isn't great either parking on church was nr impossible , we ended up parking at the top of the steps which did end up being better the only problem was we ended up not travelling out because of the fear if not being able to park back up .
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Alison
Everything was good and worked fine, the only down side was the toilet seat was very loose and I nearly fell off it as it moved when I sat on it but other than that the place was so lovely and quaint, nice place and would recommend it, the views were to die for, really enjoyed the stay thank u