Guests say
Waddleduck Cottage in Whitby is highly praised for its cleanliness, comfortable amenities, and superb location. Guests appreciate the easy access to local attractions and the peaceful setting. The property is well-equipped, offering a home-from-home experience, with some guests receiving a warm welcome with gifts. The picturesque walks and family-friendly environment make it a favoured choice for return visits.
Guests consistently note the property's exceptional cleanliness, describing it as spotless and super clean. The attention to cleanliness contributes significantly to the overall positive experience.
The location is frequently highlighted as excellent, with easy walks into Whitby and proximity to the North York Moors. The scenic views and accessibility to local attractions enhance the property's appeal.
The property is generally regarded as comfortable, with spacious rooms and a cosy atmosphere. However, a few guests mentioned soft mattresses and poor pillows, slightly affecting the comfort score.
Facilities are well-received, with the property being well-equipped and maintained. Some minor issues such as bedroom TV channels not working and the absence of a DVD player were noted, but these did not significantly detract from the overall experience.
While some guests mentioned receiving gifts upon arrival, there are not enough references to consistently evaluate the thoughtfulness of the host. Therefore, it is not guaranteed that future guests will receive the same courtesy.
About this property
Whitby 1 mile. A lovely, mid-terrace mews property, set in a small development above the River Esk, one mile from Whitby. Offering light, spacious open plan living, this Whitby cottage has been furnished and decorated in a contemporary style, providing very comfortable accommodation. From the rear patio of this Whitby cottage are fine views over rolling countryside, whilst the balcony off the double bedroom affords river views and glimpses of the passing steam trains! For nature lovers staying in this Whitby cottage, a meander down to the river banks brings you to an abundance of wildlife, including kingfishers and seals that are frequently seen swimming upstream.
Ideally placed, a pleasant walk from this Whitby cottage brings you into this vibrant old seaside town, with its quaint cobbled streets and ginnels, famous abbey and historic harbour. Explore the long, sandy beaches, take a bracing cliff-top walk, or sample the numerous eateries, including the best of fish and chips! Surrounded by the beautiful scenery of the North York Moors and pretty inland villages and market towns such as Pickering, Malton and Danby, this Whitby cottage is well placed, with a wealth of activities in the area to enjoy, from a nostalgic trip on the steam railway to a cultural day out in York.
Whitby is a fishing port set at the mouth of the River Esk. The town offers winding streets and hidden alleys, a picturesque harbour, sandy beaches and the Abbey.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with decked balcony, 1 x twin, 1 x single with pull out bed.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground floor basin and WC.
Open plan living area with fitted kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Please note: This property has a £150 good housekeeping bond.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, netflix, CD/radio, WiFi.
All fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair.
Off road parking for one car plus guest parking.
Rear decked patio with furniture.
Communal lawned area.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 10 mins walk, pub 1 mile.
Note: No hen/stag.
Please note, this property only accepts 7 night stays commencing on a Saturday.
Nearby points of interest
- Whitby Museum
- Captain Cook Memorial Museum
- Scarborough Open Air Theatre
- Whitby
- Whitby Abbey
- Whitby Beach
- Robin Hood's Bay
- Runswick Bay
Reviews (30)
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Steven
Location is "rural" but an easy 20 minute walk into the centre of Whitby with all it's amenities.
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Julie
Walk with our dog into whitby. Very clean and tidy. We will stay again. Thank you.
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Vicky
Beautiful surroundings and coming back to comfortable beds. What more could you want. We would highly recommend Waddleduck!