Guests say
Stoker's Rest in Whitby is highly praised for its cleanliness, prime location, and comfort. Guests appreciate the modern amenities, proximity to local attractions, and thoughtful touches like a welcome basket. The cottage's view of the Abbey and passing steam trains adds to its charm. While there is a minor mention of creaky floorboards and a towel rail issue, these do not detract from the overall positive experience.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as very clean and well-presented, indicating a high standard of cleanliness throughout the property.
The location is frequently highlighted as ideal, with easy access to the town centre, attractions, and beautiful views, contributing to a high score.
Comfort is well-regarded with mentions of comfortable beds and furnishings, although there is a single comment about an uncomfortable settee for shorter guests.
Facilities are generally praised as excellent and well-equipped. A minor issue with a towel rail and a suggestion for a bathroom grab rail slightly affect the score.
The welcome basket and unexpected extras like a travel cot and high chair are mentioned positively, showing thoughtfulness. However, it is noted that such gifts are a delightful surprise and not guaranteed.
About this property
Stoker’s Rest is a charming, upside-down accommodation situated in central Whitby. Offering easy access to Whitby’s amenities, including the glorious beach, Stoker’s Rest is a great base for families and couples looking to make the most of the Yorkshire coastline. Enter into the spacious reception hall where you can leave your boots and jackets before making your way upstairs to the open-plan living space. Bright and airy, here you can socialise as a group, coming together on the sofa whilst the electric fire keeps you toasty, or perching at the dining table whilst the chef of the group takes over the kitchen, offering all the essentials including a washer/dryer, so don’t bring your entire wardrobe! The bedrooms are situated downstairs and offer a king-size and twin, each neutrally presented and serviced by a bathroom with choice of bath and shower over. To the outside rests a little patio area with picnic bench, ideal for lunches in the sunshine. When you’re ready to explore, Whitby makes a fantastic holiday base; take the short walk over to Whitby Beach, a glorious sandy expanse from which you access West Pier and see the fantastic lighthouse. Be sure to visit the remarkable Whitby Abbey, uncover decades of history at Whitby Museum, climb the famous 199 steps or embark on a trail along The Cinder Track. If exploration takes you further afield, explore Robin Hood’s Bay and expect to find a stunning beach, a choice of cafés and the popular Robin Hood’s Bay Museum. There’s plenty to jam into your holiday itinerary whilst staying at Stoker’s Rest.
At the mouth of the River Esk in North Yorkshire's Scarborough region sits the seaside town and port of Whitby. The area is perfectly positioned for visiting this stunning region of Yorkshire, and it offers a wide range of activities so you can make the most of both the countryside and the seaside. There is something for everyone in this area, from the adjacent North York Moors to its Blue Flag beaches. Among its many attractions, Whitby has a beautiful ambience with meandering streets and obscure alleys that are home to a variety of restaurants and businesses. Visit the charming harbour and lighthouse to watch the sun go down, or go whale watching or on a coastal cruise to see the wildlife up close. To immerse yourself in history, ascend the 199 steps to Whitby Abbey or go to the Captain Cook Memorial Museum, which features a historical and anthropological display about Cook himself. Whitby is a fantastic location for discovering all that Yorkshire has to offer. It is close to Robin Hood's Bay, rich in history, wonders, and scenic areas, and is easily accessible from the thriving towns of Scarborough and Middlesbrough.
Accommodation
Reverse-level.
Two bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor king-size, 1 x ground-floor twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
first-floor cloakroom.
First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area with electric fire
Central heating.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer.
TV with DVD player, Freesat, CD player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Parking.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.3 miles, beach 0.4 miles
Reviews (17)
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Victoria
Everything we needed was provided for, the cottage was very well equipped. It was very clean and the bed was very comfortable. Stokers Rest is in a excellent location. We would love to stay again.
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Anne
Very clean and comfortable. Would definitely recommend to friends and family. Hopefully we will be back.
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David
Clean, warm and welcoming with all the facilities you could need, it was a home from home. We know Whitby well and chose it for its location with views of the the Esk, the Abbey and, of course, the railway just beyond the patio. It was handy too for the train, the buses, the taxis, the shops and just a short walk to the centre of the town along the Esk. We have no hesitation in recommending Stokerâs Rest.