The Anchorage
ID: S367463
- Bedrooms 4
- ・ Sleeps 6
- ・ Pets 3
Guests say
The Anchorage in Whitby offers a quaint and characterful stay with its central location being highly praised. Guests appreciate the property's proximity to local amenities and the charm of staying in a historic building. While some guests have concerns about parking and noise, the unique experience and comfortable beds are often highlighted as positives.
Reviews indicate a mix of experiences regarding cleanliness. Some guests found the property to be clean with fresh bedding and towels, while others reported issues with dust, cobwebs, and general upkeep. The inconsistency in cleanliness experiences has led to a below-average score.
The location of the property is highly regarded by most guests for its centrality and convenience to Whitby's attractions. Despite some noise from nearby pubs and issues with parking, the location remains a strong asset.
Guests generally find the beds comfortable and the cottage cosy, with ample space for groups. However, some discomfort was reported due to noise from the pub and issues with hot water, which affects the overall comfort score.
Facilities are adequate with a well-equipped kitchen and sufficient living space. However, maintenance issues such as problems with heating, hot water, and appliances have been noted, leading to an average score in this category.
There is insufficient information regarding thoughtful touches such as gifts or special amenities provided by the hosts. As such, we cannot provide a score for thoughtfulness.
About this property
Lying in the heart of Whitby, The Anchorage is a historic, three-storey cottage boasting four bedrooms, traditional and original features and plenty of character. Perfect for a group of friends, couples or family, The Anchorage is just a stone's throw from pubs and shops, as well as the beautiful Whitby Beach and many attractions. Head into the property following a busy day outdoors and take a right off the hallway into the homely sitting room, with a beautiful ornate fireplace decorating the room, two sofas to relax on and a TV to entertain. Discover a lovely dining room with further evidence of the property's history in the original wood panelling, with this room perfect for delicious home-cooked meals prepared in the kitchen, reached via a step down and passing the door to the small enclosed courtyard, with seating for two, it's a great spot to enjoy your morning coffee.
The kitchen comes well equipped with all the essentials and more, including a dishwasher and a washing machine. A handy cloakroom lies hidden under the stairs, while heading up to the first floor brings you to the family bathroom and two bright and airy double bedrooms. Climb to the second floor to come upon two more bedrooms, both singles and showcasing the rustic timber beams of the ceiling, with pretty views from one of the rooms over Whitby's rooftops and up towards the hilly headland. Enjoy being at the centre of the action of this attraction-filled town, with shops, pubs and restaurants all on your doorstep, perfect for pitstops between your itinerary and evening drinks.
Take a walking tour of the town heading along the River Esk up to where it meets the sea, getting a picture beneath the Whalebone Arch before continuing along the West Pier and up to Whitby Lighthouse, coming back along Whitby Beach and then through the lovely Pannett Park, home to Whitby Museum. Venture up the 199 Steps over the river to Whitby Abbey, the eerie ruins said to have inspired Bram Stoker's novel 'Dracula', and take in the fantastic views over the town and out to sea. Enjoy a guided tour with Whitby Storyteller Guided Walks, or book a trip with Whitby Whale Watching for a scenic sea excursion.
Explore the beautiful Esk Valley with walks or bike rides, with the North York Moors National Park presenting many excellent walking areas. Explore the coast by walking the Cleveland Way, or head off on a bike ride along the Cinder Track, a traffic free route taking you down to Scarborough, home to more excellent places to visit like Scarborough Castle, Scarborough Beach, Peasholm Park and SEA LIFE Scarborough. Make wonderful memories in Whitby with your loved ones at The Anchorage.
Whitby is popular seaside town and port resting on the North Yorkshire coastline and surrounded by the North York Moors National Park. The town is home to the famous Whitby Abbey and 199 Steps, along with Whitby Beach. There are plenty of shops, pubs and restaurants to enjoy here, along with excellent attractions. Discover The Endeavour Experience, Captain Cook Memorial Museum, Whitby Whale Watching boat trips, and Whitby Golf Club.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Four bedrooms: 2 x double, 2 x second-floor single.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Parking in public car parks is subject to charges.
Small enclosed courtyard with seating for two.
3 pets are welcome, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 mile, beach 0.4 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Whitby
- Captain Cook Memorial Museum
- Whitby Museum
- Whitby Abbey
- Whitby Beach
- Robin Hood's Bay
- Runswick Bay
Reviews (26)
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Kevin
Good location with short walk to centre attractions and easy access to surrounding countryside and tourist locations. Need to plan parking, as this is restricted to 1 hour outside property between 9am-7pm. However a Car Park is available 10 minutes walk away, with a 6 hour limit between 9am-7pm.
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Cat
Everything about the cottage was warm and friendly with a Christmas tree as an added bonus. The beds are comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped for self catering. The tap in the kitchen was broken but was fixed quickly so not a problem to us at all. It highlights how much care there is for the guests. The only concern we had was that we had to wash many of the items in the kitchen before we could use them. I would suggest that allowing the cleaning team more time to check the kitchen would be of benefit. Absolutely brilliant house and we would love to come back.
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Paul James
A little tired, especially carpets and some marks on bedding. Cold tap in kitchen didn't work, although hot did! View shown is only possible by hanging out of upper bedroom window :-) Would recommend, and probably for the price you wouldn't expect perfection. Be aware of the parking if you plan to use as a base for exploring, but if you're staying in whitby and relaxing the leisure centre car park is nearby and FREE off season (£10ish other times). Whitby is awesome and staying in a period property is well worth the minor faults.