The Old Guard House

About this property

Whitby 5.7 miles. The Old Guard House has been carefully restored and converted into a luxury 5-bedroom holiday home over the last 18 months. The original building has been furnished in the style of the 1940s with traditional wallpaper, vintage furniture, and wall art displaying WWII British propaganda and governmental advice. The west-facing upper balcony has also been restored, allowing guests to enjoy a view of the farmland and coastal bays that run along this sensational coast. An extension in same style as the original building has also been added in order to take full advantage of the location. This contains the kitchen/living area, which has been designed for maximum comfort and lounging opportunities! Equipped with a multifuel burner, large TV and huge squishy sofas this is the ‘mess room’ of the house. Glass doors take up almost one entire wall and provide spectacular sea views. These lead out to the private garden and patio, while discreet hedging and fencing alongside the property offer complete privacy to our guests. The Old Guard House was originally developed in 1941 as an Army station to detect enemy ships approaching Britain by sea in WWII. In 1942, it was transferred to the control of the RAF, becoming RAF Goldsborough. It was part of the ‘Chain Home Low’ radar warning system that was developed to detect low flying aircraft used by German forces. In 1951, RAF Goldsborough was upgraded with an enormous underground bunker, in addition to The Old Guardhouse. In 1958, the bunker was destroyed by a severe fire and was no longer fit for purpose. In 2004, another fire destroyed much of the Guardhouse leaving it badly damaged, roofless, and abandoned until 2022 when restoration work on The Old Guard House began. Fun-filled adventures await you at The Old Guard House.

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

Five bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor super-king with zip/link and woodburning stove, 1 x ground-floor 4ft double with jack-and-jill access to bathroom with free standing copper roll top bath, heated towel rail, basin and WC, ground floor shower room with walk in rainfall shower, toilet, washbasin and heated towel rail, 2 x king-sized, 1 x king-size with en-suite rainfall shower, heated towel rail, basin and WC.

First floor family bathroom with rainfall shower, toilet, washbasin and heated towel rail.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.

Utility-washer/dryer, kettle and toaster.

Boot room
Oil powered underfloor heating.

Range with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, kettle, coffee machine and toaster.

2 x Smart TVs, 3 x radios, WiFi.

Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair and travel cot available on request.

Private off-road parking for 4 cars.

Enclosed wraparound garden with rear lawn, patio, furniture and hot tub.

Enclosed roof terrace (with furniture during summer).

Two well-behaved dogs welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 1.6 miles, pub 0.9 miles.

Note: Check-in is from 4pm, check-out by 10am