Guests say
Harbour Hideaway is a well-received holiday cottage in Whitby, praised for its spaciousness, cleanliness, and prime location close to the town centre. Guests appreciate the comfortable furnishings, ample parking, and well-equipped kitchen. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is positive, with many looking forward to returning.
The property is generally described as clean and well-kept, with several guests noting it as spotless. However, a few reviews mention areas needing attention, such as a stained mattress protector and skirting boards, which slightly lower the score.
The location is highly praised for being close to the town centre, amenities, and transport, with the added bonus of off-road parking. The convenience and ease of access contribute to a high score in this category.
Guests find the property comfortable, with special mentions of comfy beds and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Some concerns about wobbly toilet seats and the need for more single beds are noted, but overall comfort is rated highly.
The property is well-furnished with a fully equipped kitchen, but some guests report maintenance issues like a non-working washing machine and wobbly toilet seats. The need for a deep clean and garden tidying are also mentioned, indicating room for improvement.
There is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the owner in the reviews, so it is not possible to assess this category. Therefore, the score is set to null.
About this property
Harbour Hideaway is a fantastic four-bedroom, Victorian terrace house nestled within a few minutes of Whitby Harbour, North Yorkshire. Enjoying a wonderful location just moments away from the bustling town of Whitby and its beautiful beach, as well as easy access to the scenic North York Moors National Park, Harbour Hideaway is the ideal dwelling for a group or family of eight looking for the perfect blend of country and coast. Park-up in one of two sought after off-road parking spaces, before being greeted by a delightful front garden where up to 8 people can enjoy a morning cup of coffee as the world goes by. Be welcomed into the sitting room, where you can enjoy relaxing movie nights with your loved ones on the TV over a bowl of popcorn. When dinner calls, the chef of the group can conjure up delicious feasts in the well-equipped kitchen, which features two fridges and a handy dishwasher, ready to be savoured at the dining table for eight. Completing the ground-floor is a cloakroom, ideal for quick freshen ups! Climb the stairs to the first floor, where you can indulge in a soothing soak in the bath or revitalising rinse in the shower, before choosing from four well-appointed bedrooms, on the first floor you will find two king-size beds and a bunk room. On the second floor there is a well-appointed double with en-suite shower room and black out Velux windows allowing the natural light to flow in. Explore the local town where you will find an excellent selection of pubs and restaurants to dine at, including The First in Last Out pub right on your doorstep! Relish in your superb location with a picnic in the picturesque Pannet Park, embark on a whale watching adventure, follow in the footsteps of Dracula on the Dracula Experience, marvel at the Gothic Whitby Abbey or climb the 199 steps for stunning views at their top. Be sure to spend a day on the glorious sands of Whitby Beach, where you can bathe, paddle the shores, or enjoy fishing on the West Pier followed by a walk up to the lighthouse. Follow the Cinder Track into the North York Moors National Park, where you can expect vast moorlands, wooded valleys, historic settlements and charming villages, it is certainly not to be missed! Follow the track over to Scarborough, home to a magnificent castle with sea views, here you can join the final stretch of the 109-mile Cleveland Way, meet the local marine life at the SEA LIFE Centre, enjoy the delights of Alpamare and Luna Park or soak up the scenery in Peasholm Park which has its own secret garden. Escape to North Yorkshire with a stay at Harbour Hideaway.
Whitby, a coastal resort and port, is located in North Yorkshire's Scarborough region at the mouth of the Esk River. The nearby area has a multitude of activities, so you can be sure to take advantage of both the countryside and the seaside while visiting this beautiful part of Yorkshire. There's something for everyone here, from the North York Moors to the Blue Flag beaches. Among Whitby's many charms is its beautiful ambiance, which is characterised by narrow streets and back alleyways teeming with restaurants and stores. Watch the sun go down over the beautiful harbour and lighthouse or get part in whale watching or a coastal cruise to get up close and personal with the majestic beasts.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Four bedrooms: 2 x king-size, 1 x second-floor double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x bunk.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room
Central heating.
Oven, gas hob, microwave, 2 x fridges, dishwasher, washing machine.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Front garden with gravel and seating.
Two well behaved dogs welcome at a supplement of £25 per pet per stay.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles, beach 1.2 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Whitby Museum
- Whitby Abbey
- Whitby Beach
- Runswick Bay
Reviews (23)
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Graeme
Your booking conditions state that it is the owners responsibility to ensure the property is maintained and this is clearly not the case with this property. The bath could not be used either as the plug mechanism would not open meaning it could not be used. We did contact Sykes to see if we could switch to another property but this was not approved (or we could do it but would have to pay for both properties). Disappointed in the response from Sykes, protecting the owner before the customer. The result was we left the property a day earlier than planned and won't be using Sykes again. This property is potentially a risk to health with the level of dampness and should not be available until it is fixed. You have pictures /videos of the issues listed.
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Linda
Children safe and secure. Everyone enjoyed the stay. A couple of problems were quickly put right, owner kept us informed throughout. Although quite pricey, would return.
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Ethel
Front and back gardens were very overrun with weeds and were in need of a good tidy. No locks on any bathrooms. Although just a 5 minute walk from the town centre there was a very steep hill which was unavoidable. This made it very difficult for the elderly and less mobile. House itself is in desperate need for a refresh, front and back doors very hard to open and close, but the inside was clean and had everything we needed. Washing machine is out in the back yard but the area was filthy with weeds, rubbish and damp so it was not used. Beds were comfy and plenty of hot water available. Having two parking spaces was very helpful. Unfortunately we would not stay here again.