Guests say
Quayside Cottage in Whitby offers a prime location with easy beach access and beautiful sea views. While guests appreciate the spaciousness and the property's potential, they note that it could benefit from some refurbishment and a more thorough cleaning regime. The property's charm and proximity to local amenities make it a popular choice for family holidays.
Guests have reported issues with cleanliness, including dust, dirt, and signs of pests. Despite some reports of areas being clean, the overall impression suggests a need for a more consistent and thorough cleaning approach.
The property's location is highly praised for its proximity to the beach and local attractions. The convenience of the setting is a standout feature, contributing to a positive holiday experience.
The property is considered comfortable by several guests, with adequate space for large groups. However, some concerns about the quality of mattresses and seating detract from the overall comfort level.
Facilities are generally well-received, but maintenance issues such as dampness, heating problems, and worn appliances have been noted. Guests suggest that updates and repairs could enhance the experience.
Some guests mention a welcome pack, which is appreciated as a thoughtful gesture. However, it is important to note that such gifts are not guaranteed and may vary.
About this property
Quayside is a relaxed home a few steps from the beach and village amenities with ample space for extended families , an ideal base for bucket and spade holidays!
This large, five bedroom family home has a superb location on the seafront, with glorious sea and beach views – a few paces and you are on Sandsend’s golden sands!
The property comprises a glass entrance porch which leads to the kitchen, which has a gas range cooker, dishwasher, tall fridge-freezer and microwave; there is also a utility room that provides more storage plus a washing machine and tumble dryer.
From the hallway is a dining room with seating for up to ten people – plus a good size beach-facing sitting room with a wood burning stove, smart TV and a bay window with window seat. This ground floor also has a cloakroom/WC.
On the first floor are three bedrooms, the front beach-facing bedroom is a double bedroom with hand wash basin and fabulous views out to sea. There is also a twin bedroom with two 3′ single beds and a hand wash basin plus a second double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom with bath, shower over, WC and hand wash basin. This floor also has a house shower room with shower, WC and hand wash basin plus an additional separate WC with hand wash basin.
On the second floor are two twin bedrooms, each with a hand wash basin, with sea views from the Velux windows.
The ancient fishing port of Whitby lies at the mouth of the River Esk and is ideally situated for exploring this beautiful part of Yorkshire, with its superb coastline and close proximity to the spectacular North York Moors. Whitby is a charming and atmospheric town of winding streets and hidden alleys, with a picturesque harbour, safe sandy beaches and of course the Abbey, reached by the famous 199 steps.
Accommodation
Fully equipped modern kitchen with range gas cooker and small dining area, utility room and downstairs cloakroom.
Separate dining room to seat 8/10 people.
Main living room with TV, log burner, stunning sea views.
Master bedroom with king size bed and en-suite shower room.
Double bedroom with sea views, 2 x twin rooms with sea views and 1 twin room at the rear of the property all with wash basins.
Large family shower room.
Gas central heating.
Gas range cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dryer, toaster, kettle.
Smart TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Starter pack for wood burning stove.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available.
Shop 0.4 miles, pub 100 meters, beach 100 meters.
Parking for one car at the side of the property.
Please note this property does not have a garden
Reviews (65)
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Issy
There was dust on many frames, balls of hair under beds, mould in both bathrooms on walls, corners of shower/bath areas. No oven gloves. Mould on the lampshade, wall and pillow cases in the en-suite bedroom at rear of property which was cold even with the heating on. The front bay window could not be locked so a security issue. No dustpan and brush. Some of the pillows did not have protective covers. The bottom drawer/tray in the fridge was stuck with ice to the fridge itself which I had to sort out before we could use it. The fridge in my opinion is far too small for a group of 10 people. The front door was obstructed by rolls of carpet, and a vacuum which was a fire risk (I moved them in order that if there was a fire we could exit the property by either door.) The external bin was almost full and clearly hadnât been emptied for weeks. We ended up leaving a day early as couldnât face another night in a cold and insecure house. You could actually hear peopleâs conversations who were on the bridge from both the lounge and front double bedroom unless drowned out by the intense volume of traffic or the music from the neighbouring fish and chip shop.We will not be returning which is a shame as the cottage itself is in a great location for a summer beach holiday.
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Lyn
There was a bin outside the back door, this is the only door of the property that you can use, it was full and overflowing with stinking maggot infested rubbish, also it looks like next door are throwing there rubbish over the gate as well, this was not emptied till Thursday, a very nice greeting everyday. The house was not the cleanest mountains of hair under the couch this was found when my dogs ball rolled under there. The fridge drain is blocked so it leaks water. The hoover tumble dryer has a broken water container so that leaks water too and turns the utility room into a sauna. The house is also quite damp. On the last day the hot water went off again. Other than the moaning the house was ok, got everything you could want and is in a great spot. The bathrooms were clean and the beds were clean and comfortable.
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Chelsey
Downstairs toilet is just floorboard and smells very strongly of urine that has obviously seeped into the floor. No carpeted bedrooms, sofas and other furnishings are unclean, would be a beautiful view if you could see through the windows. We were warm and comfortable in the evening, handy to have washer and dryer ! Cupboards are very full of mismatched tableware so could do with a declutter, highchair was filthy so luckily we bought our own with us. Itâs such a shame that the overall cleanliness and care of the house let it down because it has so much potential to be a beautiful place to stay. Our children were on summer holiday a week past Yorkshire so we didnât pay the âusualâ summer holiday prices, Iâd say what we paid was roughly around what youâd expect to pay for the property but 100% not worth the price it was for the week before. Welcome package was a thoughtful extra but perhaps would have been better off spending the money on a longer clean