Guests say
Castle View is a spacious and well-presented property, highly praised for its cleanliness, ample facilities, and thoughtful touches like a welcome pack. It comfortably accommodates large groups and is centrally located for easy access to Scarborough's attractions. Some concerns about the immediate neighbourhood and maintenance issues are noted, but overall, guests have had enjoyable stays and many would recommend the property.
Guests consistently describe the property as very clean and spotlessly maintained, indicating high standards of cleanliness throughout their stays.
The central location is appreciated for its proximity to local amenities and the beach, although some guests express concerns about the immediate area, with mentions of a run-down neighbourhood.
The property is generally found to be comfortable, with plenty of room for large groups. However, some guests mention that the top bedrooms have restrictive headroom and steep stairs, which affects comfort for those guests.
Facilities are deemed excellent, with a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable lounge. Maintenance issues such as a noisy fridge and a non-working dryer are noted, suggesting room for improvement.
Guests appreciate the welcome pack and festive touches like a Christmas tree, which add to the property's charm. It is politely noted that such gestures, while delightful, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Perched in the bustling seaside town of Scarborough, North Yorkshire, is this superb mid-terrace Victorian townhouse, Castle View. Offering a large group or family of 14 the best of both worlds with a good selection of beautiful beaches and the stunning scenery of the North York Moors National Park right on your doorstep, whilst the interior has been beautifully restored to the highest of standards and peppered with period features. Look forward to impressing your guests with delicious feasts whipped up in the well-equipped kitchen, featuring a handy dishwasher for quick clean-ups! Tuck-in to your meal at the dining table for 12 as you recount the days adventures over celebratory bottles of fizz. On warmer days, why not fire up the barbecue in the rear, enclosed yard, where your canine companions can run and play? After dinner, climb the stairs up to the first floor sitting room, where you can sink into the plush sofas and select a family favourite from the TV, or challenge your loved ones to a game on the Xbox or Nintendo Wii. There is also an alluring woodburning stove, sure to be your pooch’s favourite spot! After a day on the beach, wash off sandy toes with a refreshing shower, or treat tired muscles to a soak in the bath after hiking through the moors. On the first-floor, you will discover three well-appointed bedrooms, two king-size and a family room with king-size and a single, whilst the second-floor offers a twin with two pull-out beds and an additional family room with double and single. Right on your doorstep, you will find a wealth of shops, pubs and restaurants, including sampling fresh seafood at the Marisco Lounge or traditional pub grub at The Scarborough Arms. The thriving town offers something for everyone, with the historic delights of Scarborough Castle and the Rotunda Museum for history buffs, the scenic walking trails of the Cleveland Way and Cinder Track for keen walkers and cyclists or the fun-filled amusements of Luna Park and Alpamare for family days out. Other attractions within the town include the popular Scarborough Open Air Theatre, the Scarborough North Bay Railway, the picturesque Peasholm Park and the excellent Scarborough North Cliff Golf Club. Those craving more of the outdoors will delight at the surroundings of the North York Moors National Park, where you can soak up the views from Ingleby Incline and The Wainstones or venture further afield to visit the sights of Rievaulx Terrace and Abbey, along with Mount Grace Priory. The popular destination of Whitby is within easy reach, here you can take in the panoramic views from the top of the 199 Steps, marvel at the Gothic wonder of Whitby Abbey, embark on the Dracula Experience, or spend a day of Whitby Beach where you can hook your catch of the day along the West Pier. With easy access to the spectacular countryside and many attractions, Castle View will not disappoint.
Scarborough, a bustling seaside town popular since Victorian times, has preserved many of its original fine buildings, parks, and gardens, as well as its historic castle perched atop a cliff above the city. Families and small children alike enjoy the sandy beaches of North Bay and South Bay, both of which have stretches of golden sand. The Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough Spa, and Scarborough Open Air Theatre, where you can see live music, are just a few of the many family-friendly activities and attractions in Scarborough. Scarborough is a great location for outdoor activities, with golf courses, beautiful coastal walks along the Cleveland Way, stunning cycle routes such as the old railway to Whitby, beautiful sailing, and championship-quality surfing all within a short distance of one another. Scarborough is a destination that has something for everyone if you add in the usual seaside entertainment and bustling promenades located close to the beach. Scarborough is an ideal location for a fun-filled vacation because of its proximity to the coast and the moors.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Five bedrooms: 2 x king-size, 1 x second-floor twin with two pullout beds, 1 x family room with king-size and a single, 1 x second-floor family room with double and single.
Bathroom with freestanding bath, hand-held shower, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Second-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Utility.
Dining room.
First-floor sitting room with woodburning stove
Gas central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric range cooker, microwave, 2 x fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
2 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, iPod dock, Xbox, Wii, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and 2 x highchairs available.
2 free scratch card parking permits for outside property and in surrounding streets.
Lockable bike storage.
Small enclosed rear yard with BBQ.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.2 miles, beach 0.4 miles.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
Reviews (18)
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Karen
It was perfect for our weekend stay in Scarborough
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Elizabeth
some of the door handles were too near the edge of the door to be comfortable . Not enough toilet rolls were provided. good location we had 5 cars but were only given two free parking permits living room comfortable, dining room good Kitchen well equipped Not enough soap in bathrooms beds very comfortable
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Jo
The kitchen was very well equipped and the lounge was comfortable. Location is excellent and parking wasn't an issue. The biggest issue for us was the top two bedrooms. These were far from the standard of the rest of the house. They are too small for adults to move and stay comfortably as the roof restrictions make it difficult. There was little space to stand, even for shorter adults. The stairs up were perilously steep and the rooms were not well presented at all. Both rooms lacked any of the touches seen on the lower floors and access to the shower room was ridiculous because it was so small. They felt like an after thought compared to the rest of the house. 3 guests who used those rooms were not particularly happy. We planned a family BBQ during our stay as the description says there is a secure garden. There is no garden, no grass, nowhere to sit outside, just an enclosed yard that is big enough to let a dog out briefly. Suffice to say we changed plans! The house next door is being converted into a HMO so currently there is a lot of associated building noise. It's not too bad during the day, but during our stay they started about 7am and woke up the entire house. We called the local contact and she had a word with them and the start time was later for the last day we were there. Some advance notice that builders were there would have been helpful. It seems they've been there a while and will be there a while longer. This is a great holiday house up to the second floor, located centrally to the town centre and the sea front is walking distance. A great base for a family holiday.