Bats by the Sea at 23

About this property

Nestled in the shadows of Scarborough Castle and just a stone’s throw away from the seafront, beach and town centre, is the refurbished Bats by the Sea at 23 Holiday Cottage with gothic décor. Set over four floors and sleeping up to three guests in a double and single room, 23 Princess Street is ideal for a refreshing break for a small family and their furry friend. Step into the sitting room, which boasts a neo-Gothic style, echoed throughout the cottage, here you can look forward to relaxing with a glass of wine and enjoying your favourite series on the TV with Sky and Freeview. Completing the ground-floor is a convenient shower room with vibrant decor, where you can freshen up after a long day of exploring. Head to the lower-ground floor where you can show-off your culinary skills in the spacious kitchen, with dual fuel stove cooker and handy washing machine and tumble dryer ensuring you have no washing to do once you return home! Gather around the dining table to savour a delicious feast as you discuss plans for the days ahead. When sleep calls, climb the stairs to the first floor where you will discover the first of two bedrooms, a well-presented double with TV, perfect for those lazy Sunday mornings. Venture up to the second floor where you will find a light and airy single, which is served by a bathroom with a beautiful claw foot bath, ideal for an indulgent soak with your favourite book. Wake-up and join your guests out in the shared yard to enjoy a morning coffee, before preparing for the day in style. Take advantage of the variety of activity right on your doorstep, with 23 Princess Street being just a short walk away from the historic 12th-century English Heritage Scarborough Castle, which frequently holds live events and offers stunning coastal views. Treat the family to a fun-filled day out at the Luna Park Scarborough, where you can enjoy fairground rides, arcades and traditional snacks, the Terror Tower for thrills as you wander the horror movie themed haunted house or make a splash at the Alpamere Waterpark which boasts a wave pool, slides and a sauna and steam room. Meet the local marine life at the Sea Life Cente which offers a variety exhibits and a water tunnel, followed by a leisurely stroll around the scenic Peasholm Park with Japanese Gardens, boats and battle ships. For the history buffs in your party, why not visit the Rotunda Museum where you can brush up on the local history? There is also the impressive 12th-century St Mary’s Church, home to the historic grave of the famous novelist, Anne Bronte. Peruse the Market Hall and Vaults, where you’ll be sure to pick up a treasure or two or head to the Scarborough Art Gallery housed in a 19th century Italianate villa, which offers rotating exhibits and has an on-site café. Pack up your swimming trunks, buckets and spades and head to one of two gloriously sandy beaches, North and South Bay, where you can soak up the sunshine, paddle the shores or treat the family to an unforgettable ride aboard the Hispaniola Pirate Ship. If you can tear yourself away, the market town of Pickering makes for a great day out, with its impressive castle and superb heritage railway where you can hop aboard a vintage steam train and tour the magnificent scenery of the North York Moors National Park. Film fans will delight at a visit to Whitby, home of the Dracula Experience and the gothic Whitby Abbey, which is said to have inspired Bram Stoker’s famous Dracula. Bring your family and friends to Bats by the Sea at 23 to share a memorable stay in Scarborough.

Resting on England's North Sea coast is the thriving seaside town of Scarborough, which boasts a fantastic selection of amenities, including a fairground, two gloriously sandy beaches, an impressive 12th-century castle, Scarborough Spa and Scarborough Open Air Theatre, it really does have something for everyone! The town also boasts excellent golf courses as well as scenic walks long the Cleaveland Way and a handy train station for easy access to the surrounding areas of Pickering and Whitby.

Accommodation

Over four floors.

Two bedrooms: 1 x double with TV, 1 x second-floor single.

Second-floor bathroom with claw foot bath, basin and WC.

Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Lower-ground-floor kitchen/diner.

Sitting room

Gas central heating.

Duel fuel stove cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/tumble dryer.

2 x TV's with Sky Freeview, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

On-street parking with scratch permit in zone A2 on a first come first serve basis with permits supplied.

Shared yard with patio and seating.

One well-behaved pet welcome by arrangement.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.1 miles, beach 0.4 miles.

Note: The owner will provide permits for parking