Guests say
Casa Formentera in Scarborough is highly praised for its stunning views, well-appointed interiors, and proximity to the seafront. Guests appreciate the clean, comfortable, and beautifully decorated rooms, though some minor maintenance issues and parking challenges are noted.
The property is generally described as exceptionally clean, with great beds and linens. However, one review mentioned dust and a dirty toilet brush, slightly lowering the score.
The location is consistently lauded for its amazing views and convenience to local attractions and the seafront, making it a prime spot for visitors.
Guests find the property very comfortable, with modern design and well-furnished rooms. The presence of en-suites and a snug adds to the comfort level, though the lack of stair gates for toddlers is a minor concern.
Facilities are well-received with a fully equipped kitchen and clean bathrooms. However, maintenance issues like plumbing problems and a tricky TV system affect the score.
There is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts, so it is not possible to assess this category.
About this property
Casa Formentera, an exquisite three-storey townhouse resides in the enviable location of Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Presenting breathtaking panoramic sea views from the top floor lounge, a state-of-the-art kitchen and close proximity to the historic Old Town of Scarborough, Casa Formentera welcomes six guests (8 with use of sofa bed) to enjoy a truly unbeatable retreat. After parking up, enter your new home-from-home, to be instantly impressed by the living spaces, offering a seamless blend of style and comfort. Allow the budding chef to get to grips with a range of appliances to rustle up a delicious meal for the whole family, before settling down at the dining table to tuck in and toast to your unforgettable dining experience. Afterwards, why not take advantage of the private garden space and the garden furniture to enjoy a cold beverage of your choice. Back inside, embrace the unique blend of Scandinavian minimalism and Ibiza’s vibrant energy that extends throughout the property, creating a harmonious ambience; cosy up in the sitting room to round off the evening or venture to the second-floor where you can take advantage of a stylish lounge with breathtaking views. Relax and unwind in this captivating space and witness the beauty of sunrise and sunset, all from the comfort of your private abode. When sleep calls, freshen up with use of either two en-suites or the sleek family bathroom before hunkering down in one of three stunningly-presented bedrooms, comprising of two king-sizes and a stylish bunk bed room. Situated in the heart of Old Town Scarborough, you'll have easy access to the area's rich history and cultural attractions. Enjoy leisurely strolls along quaint streets, explore charming shops, and indulge in delicious local cuisine at nearby eateries. The property is located on a quiet, tucked away cul-de-sac which leads directly into the Royal Albert Park and from there to the castle. Experience the convenience of having Royal Albert Park as your neighbour, allowing you to escape to greenery and tranquility within mere steps from your doorstep, or take leisurely walks, enjoy picnics, or simply bask in the serenity of nature. In addition to the proximity to Royal Albert Park, the townhouse is a short, pleasant walk from the final resting place of the esteemed novelist, Anne Brontë, where history and literature enthusiasts will find solace in paying their respects to this literary icon. With all of this and more to enjoy, secure your stay at Casa Formentera.
Popular since Victorian times, the vibrant seaside town of Scarborough retains many of its original fine buildings, parks and gardens, as well as its historic castle which overlooks the town. North Bay and South Bay provide two superb stretches of beautiful, golden sandy beaches, popular with families and small children. There are a number of child friendly activities and many excellent visitor attractions for grown-ups too, including the Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough Spa and Scarborough Open Air Theatre for live music. Scarborough is a great location for outdoor activities, with golf courses, lovely coastal walks along the Cleveland Way, stunning cycle routes such as the old railway to Whitby, beautiful sailing and championship quality surfing. Add to this all the usual seaside entertainment and bustling promenades located close to the beach and Scarborough is the destination with something for everyone. Ideally situated for touring the coastline and the moors, Scarborough is an ideal base for a fun-filled break.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x second-floor king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x bunk bed.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room.
Second-floor lounge with sofa bed
Gas central heating.
Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
TV, Sky box, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available.
Roadside parking available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Private garden and patio area.
Sorry, no smoking.
Pets allowed.
Shop and pub 0.2 miles, beach 0.6 miles.
Note: There are steep stairs leading up to the first floor which may not be suitable for guests with lower mobility.
Note: If you do require the sofa bed please contact the owner prior to arrival.
Please Note: this property has a 3 night minimum stay.
Please Note: parking permits are provided for one car but if more permits are required.
Please Note: From 1 October, the parking arrangements at the property will change slightly, parking remains on a first come first served basis at the property and is free of charge from 6pm to 9am the following day, during the day, The blue parking discs provide up to 6 hours parking a day in 2 x 3 hour sessions or payment through Ringo App, alternatively there are 2 car parks within 5 minutes walk of the house where cars can be left all day if needed Quay Street Car Park (the closest) or Eastborough Car Park.
Reviews (11)
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Jody
It was very well furnished and finished and made for a comfortable stay. We were surprised there was no information booklet on arrival? But the fiasco with the additional parking permit not being available did take the shine off the holiday. Mistakes happen and we understand this so whilst frustrating it wasn't initially a major problem that we didn't have all the permits on arrival however the amount of time it took for the issue to be resolved and for the additional permits to be dropped off was unacceptable and certainly not something we would had expected from a reputable holiday company. We arrived on the Saturday and didn't receive the additional permits until the Wednesday meaning we had to use public car parks for a couple of days during our stay during which time my car was also hit by a wheelchair that was left to roll into my car (luckily not causing noticeable damage). This was not convenient as we have a baby and therefore a pushchair so we booked the holiday home on the provision we had parking at the house as advertised. Having to constantly phone and chase up the parking permits over multiple days impacted our holiday and our experience of having a holiday through Sykes was really disappointing which is a real shame given the holiday property itself was a lovely place to stay. There was also a minor issue with a running toilet and shower, but this only occurred infrequently and intermittently so wasn't a big problem for us.
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Lily
Few issues with fridge breaking down before arrival & a leak through the ceiling from top floor shower room onto my son in the middle of the night causing a complete power cut on the middle floor apart from that it was a standard stay in amongst electricians coming in and one waking us up on our last morning relaxing before going back to a high/stress job, not ideal! Property extremely dusty especially on blinds & window sills & kitchen shelf unit old food crumbs were found, toilet brush on top floor extremely dirty covered in faeces. Shower bottles were almost empty in all three shower/bathrooms. Plenty of toilet roll readily available though which was the only positive, without the spectacular views on the top floor we would have left & booked into a B&B.
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Clare
Beautiful views and very comfortable and clean. Design was modern and well thought out. Few minor maintenance issues that would make this property 5* for us. Plumbing issues â¦.. Dripping shower on top floor en-suite and poor drainage during shower. Middle floor bathroom has no cold water at basin and middle floor en-suite had a leaky radiator. We did report that flush wasnât working in this toilet but that was rectified once reported. Also patio area not entirely enclosed so be careful if you have a dog to let out. But, all in all would definitely use this property again, it was lovely.