Guests say
The Retreat in Whitby is a spacious, well-equipped apartment praised for its excellent location just a short walk from the town centre and harbour. Guests consistently highlight the stunning views, comfortable beds, and the added bonus of secure parking. The property is clean and homely, with thoughtful touches such as games and beach equipment. Some minor issues are noted, including stained carpets, the need for a proper shower in the main bathroom, and occasional maintenance concerns, but these do not detract from the overwhelmingly positive experience.
Most guests found the apartment very clean and tidy, with only a few mentioning stained carpets and some tired flooring. The overall impression is of a well-kept property.
The location is frequently described as perfect, central, and ideal for exploring Whitby, with easy access to the town centre, harbour, and public transport.
Guests regularly mention comfortable beds, a cosy atmosphere, and spacious rooms. A few noted issues with a mattress and creaky floorboards, but comfort is generally rated highly.
The apartment is well-equipped with kitchen essentials, games, and secure parking. Some guests would prefer a proper shower in the main bathroom, blackout blinds, and a hairdryer, but overall facilities are praised.
Guests appreciated extras such as games, books, beach and crabbing equipment, and some basic kitchen supplies. Please note that these thoughtful touches are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Situated just a 10-minute stroll away from the heart of the historical coastal town of Whitby, this beautiful apartment boasts views across the town over to the iconic abbey up on the headland..
First Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Separate Toilet.
Second Floor:
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Highchair.. Balcony. Private underground parking for 1 car; additional on-road parking. No smoking.. This second floor apartment has the benefit of its own underground car parking space, it has a welcoming feel and is comfortably furnished with an open plan living area, making it a great place to share with family and friends on holiday. The apartment is set over two floors, with the living and dining area at the front with glass doors opening onto the balcony where you can enjoy views over the town to the abbey. The separate kitchen is large and has everything you could wish for when creating freshly cooked meals. The first double bedroom is also on this floor as well as a toilet for added convenience. There is a second double bedroom upstairs complete with an en-suite shower and wonderful views over the neighbouring roofs over to the harbour. A twin bedroom lies beneath velux windows. The family bathroom is on this level, with a hand held shower over the bath.
Whitby Abbey and the red rooftops of the old town make a pretty backdrop. As you amble through the heart of this quaint seaside town, with its cobbled streets, atmospheric harbour and myriad of shops, boutiques, restaurants and cafés, you will be spoilt for things to do. Sample the famous Whitby fish and chips and work them off with an exhilarating cliff-top walk. Whitby has so much to offer, no wonder it is a year round destination for holidaymakers. There is always something happening from the bi-annual Goth Festival to the Whitby Regatta, and their music festivals to the festival of Christmas.
With 3 miles of unspoilt beach, this is a fantastic location to get out and explore the natural beauty of the North Yorkshire Moors and The Yorkshire Heritage Coast. Take a pleasure boat out to sea or a tour bus around the famous sights. Hop on-board the steam train that travels right into the heart of the Yorkshire Moors National Park from Whitby to Goathland famously known as ‘Aidensfield’ in the TV show ‘Heartbeat’. For the outdoor enthusiast, Whitby forms part of the Cleveland Way Walk, a 110 mile walk which comes down the coast through Whitby, finishing at Filey, passing through quaint fishing villages and along rugged coastlines. With stunning scenery and a wonderful coastline, this spacious apartment provides a great base from which to explore Yorkshire’s many attractions. Beach 1 mile. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
Reviews (32)
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Confirmed Guest
Excellent location
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Confirmed Guest
We booked this 2nd floor apartment (no lift) for two couples. It was spacious and on the whole, well equipped, although there was only one proper shower which was in the en suite of the main bedroom. The other bathroom had a push on shower that attached to the bath taps and no shower screen, we found this to be rather inconvenient. There is only one parking space provided but luckily, I managed to book a 'Just Parking' space quite close by. If I hadn't been able to book this space it would have been very difficult to find parking for the second car. The apartment is situated fairly close to town and had a lovely view across the town to the Abby. The general appearance was a little tired (stained carpets, cracked melamine, etc.) but did not detract too much from the experience.Overall, our experience of staying at The Retreat was good but we felt it was more appropriate for a family rather than two adult couples.
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Rosie Foxx-Bradbury
The only downside was that the bed broke when I sat on it. We reported it, and it was mended within hours though, and we didn't even have to stay in waiting for the repair person.We found this to be a lovely holiday home. Comfortable, with all necessary items in place. Great location. The washing machine is a washer/dryer, which was a nice surprise and good for getting a few bits washed before we went home.