Salmon Cottage
ID: S212601
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 6
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
Salmon Cottage in Staithes is a well-loved property praised for its spaciousness, cosy atmosphere, and prime location close to the harbour and local amenities. Guests have enjoyed the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and the added bonus of a garden. While some guests mentioned steep stairs and the need for minor improvements, the overall sentiment is positive with many expressing a desire to return.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Most guests found Salmon Cottage to be clean and well-maintained, with only a few isolated comments about specific cleanliness issues. The majority of reviews do not raise concerns, suggesting that the property is generally kept to a high standard of cleanliness.
The location of Salmon Cottage is highly praised for being close to the sea, harbour, and village pubs. Its setting in the heart of Staithes is considered ideal by guests, contributing to a very positive experience.
Guests have complimented the comfortable furnishings, especially the beds and seating. However, some guests noted that the steep stairs within the cottage and the hill outside could pose challenges for those with mobility issues, slightly impacting the comfort score.
The cottage is appreciated for its well-equipped kitchen and amenities like a coffee machine and board games. However, there were comments about missing items such as a stair gate and kitchen scissors, and some maintenance issues like a sticky door key and a non-working shower in the en-suite, which suggests room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
While guests have mentioned a welcome pack upon arrival, there is insufficient information to determine if this is a consistent offering or to assess the level of thoughtfulness in terms of gifts. Therefore, a score cannot be provided, and guests should note that such amenities are not guaranteed.
About this property
Resting in the heart of seaside village of Staithes, is this delightful, semi-detached property, Salmon Cottage. Boasting three storeys and a spacious interior considering the central location, the cottage offers a heart-warming base for families looking to explore the dramatic coastline and North York Moors National Pasrk. Enter into the well-equipped kitchen with large dining area with ample seating for all during mealtimes. Four steps down is the sitting room, oozing charm and character with two plush settees and a flat screen TV, completed with the alluring multi-fuel stove. The bedrooms are spread across the upper two floors, with a king-size double resting on the second floor, whilst a triple and double with en-suite shower room can be found on the first floor. Outside to the rear is a private patio with seating where you can enjoy your morning cuppa whilst planning for the day ahead. Wander the cobbled streets of Staithes and you can expect to stumble across a range of independent shops and fine eateries, from traditional pubs to quality restaurants, along with numerous, quaint tea rooms if you fancy a light bite. Spend your afternoons lounging on the sandy beach whilst the children paddle in the shallow waters, or enjoy a stroll along the craggy cliffs where beautiful coastal and inland views can be seen from every angle. Further attractions in the local area include the fabulous steam railway at Grosmont, the Danby Moors Visitor Centre and boating on the River Esk at Ruswarp, and not forgetting the wonderful attractions in Whitby, just ten miles away! Enjoying a convenient location, this pretty cottage makes for a wonderful holiday base, any time of year.
The quaint seaside village of Staithes is situated on the North East coast, in the Scarborough Borough of North Yorkshire. With its quaint cottages and winding streets, Staithes has the air of a place lost in time. Once one of the largest fishing ports on the North East coast, this coastal hamlet is now a well-loved base for exploring Yorkshire’s cliff top paths and discovering the delights of rock pooling and fossil hunting on the sandy beach.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x second-floor king-size double, 1 x first-floor double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x first-floor family bedroom with three single beds.
First-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with multi-fuel stove.
Oven and hob, microwave, fridge, TV with Sky, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent, starter pack provided for the wood burner.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot provided.
Private patio with seating and BBQ.
Two-well behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.6 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Beach 0.2 miles.
Please note - The garden/patio area is not suitable for dogs to be left unattended.
Nearby points of interest
- Runswick Bay
- Whitby Beach
- Whitby Museum
- Whitby Abbey
Reviews (32)
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Ceiridwen
As mentioned in our last two reviews, the cottage is in a superb location, with lots of places to eat in the village, and within a short drive of Saltburn, Runswick Bay and Whitby. The new door locks work well, but it would be nice to have two front door keys. Also, a replacement clothes horse would be very welcome to dry beach towels.
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Tricia
The cottage is in a great location and is very homely and well appointed. We had a wonderful week here and would recommend it. Staithes was a lovely, quaint little place to use as a base from which to explore the Yorkshire Coast and moors. Im itâs own right it has lovely walks, views and eateries.
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Martin
Nestled away in the sleepy seaside village of Staithes, this spacious and well appointed property features lots of levels and stairs, a deep sense of calm and quiet and a relaxing warm welcome from its cosy kitchen, comfy sitting room, spacious bedrooms and wonderful (recently refurbished?) bathrooms. The property was clean and tidy when we arrived, and the instructions given by Sykes to access the keys were accurate and straightforward. There was a welcome pack of tea, coffee and biscuits on arrival which was nice - perhaps some long life milk might have helped too - we arrived late without basic provisions, and there wasn't a shop close by to purchase the essentials (milk, bread, butter etc). Salmon Cottage is well appointed and good quality towels and bed linen made for a pleasant stay. The beds were well made and very comfortable, making it a pleasure to go to bed, and easy to lie in for a rest in the mornings. The bathrooms on the first floor are very nicely finished, with a massive walk in shower in the en-suite and a dinky but big enough for 2 bath and shower in the family bathroom on the same level. The kitchen was a pleasure to be in, well equipped and a lovely big range style cooker. The long wooden table was ideal for family meals and conversations about the day's events over dinner. We enjoyed our short stay - Staithes is lovely (even the seagulls were charming in the end) although a little hollowed out by holiday lets ;) We spent money in all of the local establishments, including a souvenir from Staithes Gallery, so hopefully have contributed something to the local economy. I think it would be an interesting place in winter, although I wonder what Salmon Cottage might be like when the wind picks up. That said, it would be very cosy with a fire in the wood-burner, and very romantic to be tucked up in bed with the wind howling around, especially as the walls are thick and there is double glazing to most (if not all) windows. We would certainly recommend Salmon Cottage for family groups - it is very nicely located in the village, and very easy to get to. The beach at Staithes is small, but suitable for all ages and accessible for most. There is a sense of history around the place and the little pockets of endeavour make it interesting (e.g. fudge shop, galleries, places to eat and drink, the fact it is a working port). From Staithes you are but a stone's throw from Whitby (10 minutes in the car, or 20 by X4 bus from the top of the hill) and Robins Hood Bay isn't far. For us, perhaps the best thing was the way in which time slowed down and we were able to catch our breath and relax, even with the caw-caw of the gull population entertaining us (it is the sea-side I suppose!). We came away feeling very refreshed and happy to have stayed somewhere so nice - that says it all! All credit to the owner (Sara) for setting it up so well. Thank you for your hospitality, which we will certainly recommend to friends and family.