Whistle Stop

ID: S1314241

  • Bedrooms 3
  • ・ Sleeps 6
  • ・ Pets No

Guests say

Whistle Stop is a spacious, modern, and exceptionally clean apartment in Ruswarp, near Whitby, offering secure parking and excellent access to local attractions. Guests praise its well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and proximity to scenic walks and the steam railway. The local pub and butcher’s shop are highly recommended. While most found the property quiet and relaxing, a few noted minor maintenance issues and occasional noise from neighbouring flats. Overall, it is a highly recommended base for families and groups exploring Whitby and the surrounding area.

The majority of guests described the apartment as spotlessly clean, modern, and well maintained. Only one review mentioned minor cleanliness issues, which were reported to the management. Overall, cleanliness is a consistent highlight.

The location is frequently praised for its easy access to Whitby, scenic walks, proximity to the railway, and local amenities such as the pub and butcher. Guests appreciated the secure parking and the peaceful yet convenient setting.

Guests consistently found the apartment spacious, warm, and comfortable, with high-quality beds and furnishings. A few mentioned minor issues with noise from neighbouring flats and a lack of extra seating for larger groups, but overall comfort is rated very highly.

The apartment is well equipped with modern appliances, secure parking, and EV charging (though a few guests reported issues with the charger and gate fob). The kitchen is highly rated, but some noted missing utensils or minor appliance problems.

Several guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as welcome hampers, wine, and biscuits, though these are not guaranteed. The host’s communication and provision of essentials like loo roll and jigsaws were also noted positively.

About this property

Nestled in the small village of Ruswarp, just up river from the seaside resort of Whitby.. 14 steps to entrance.

All on the

First Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Freeview Smart TV

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Wine Cooler, Dishwasher, Washing Machine

Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed

Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet

Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV

Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.

Gas underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. . Electric car charging point. Private parking for 2 cars. The property is not suitable for stag and hen parties as noise travels in the apartments and can cause a nuisance to the residents. No smoking.. Perfectly positioned between the coast and the North York Moors National Park. You are within walking distance of the river Esk, with a footpath leading beside the train track into the heart of neighbouring Whitby just over a mile away. (Please note that during some months this cinder path can be dry and dusty and may result in a black soot being picked up on shoes). This beautifully furnished apartment accessed through a gated entrance, offers a welcoming setting for your next visit to North Yorkshire. Overlooking the platform where you catch the train to Middlesborough on the pretty line through the River Esk valley or see the steam train to Pickering.

Stepping inside, you are welcomed into a modern and welcoming social space, with an open plan living area. It is thoughtfully laid out with a wooden dining table with seating for all six guests as well as sofas gathered around the TV. The kitchen is fully equipped and of a high specification with integrated appliances, featuring all the necessities required to prepare your meals. As the day draws to a close, there are three bedrooms to choose from, all sumptuous ensuring you have a revitalising night’s sleep. There is a kingsize and a double bed as well as a twin bedroom. In the master bedroom you have an en-suite shower, plus you have a family bathroom with a bath as well as a shower cubicle, so that you can choose to have either a refreshing shower or relax your muscles amongst the bubbles after a day full of adventure.

Just over the village green you have a traditional village pub serving up hearty pub food, or take a visit to the butchers to pick up some locally sourced meat or freshly baked goods to enjoy in the comfort of the apartment. The village also has a small village shop for your essentials. In this charming village you also have the Pleasure Boats, where you can hire a rowing boat and enjoy a leisurely float along the river, or thrill-seekers can tackle the waters in a kayak. The riverbank is abundant with wildlife, look out for leaping salmon, heron and even otters if you are lucky. For children there is an indoor play area – Mini Monsterz nearby.

Hop into the car and you are in the heart of Whitby within 5 minutes, this historic town was the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s novel Dracula. With the iconic Gothic abbey up on the headland, the cobbled streets lined with quaint tea rooms and independent shops, as well as the 199 steps leading up to St Mary’s Church with elevated panoramic views, it is almost like stepping back in time. History buffs will be delighted with the abundance of heritage to discover in the ancient town, from the selection of museums, to the fossils and jet you can search for on the beaches. Take a trip on the steam train which winds its way through the scenic moorland from Whitby to Pickering for a day out to remember.

Further afield you have Robin Hoods Bay, Staithes, Runswick Bay and Scarborough among the many picturesque destinations awaiting you. This is the perfect base to explore the many delights Yorkshire has to offer. Beach 1½ miles.

Free WiFi

Nearby points of interest

Reviews (29)

  • Confirmed Guest

    We had a lovely stay at Whistlestop - a brilliant base for exploring Whitby and surrounding areas. Highly recommended, and we may well be back! We particularly enjoyed watching the steam train go past.

  • Amanda Goulty

    Absolutely stunning the whole apartment block is just beautiful electric gates to the property so your totally safe and secure A parking space that fits 2 cars with a charger perfectThe apartment is self was like a tardis it is very well thought out is spotlessly clean has everything and I mean everything you could need The bedrooms are huge light and airy and the beds are super comfy 1 is ensuite the shared bathroom is huge and has a deep long bath and a very powerful lovely shower the fixtures and fittings are just beautiful the kitchen is stunning with a lovely double patio doors of which you can view the steam train the stop is literally outside the property it is so handy yet not noisy or disrupting in any way the pub across the road is so friendly and welcoming and the food is delicious great prices too I'd recommend booking as it does get busy as it's so good The whole apartment is so warm cosy comfortable extremely clean and so much hard work has gone into making it the place it is highly recommend I will be returning again definitelyWhere the train stops there's a path it's a 20 min walk into centre of Whitby and it's a stunning walk too We had a fantastic time Everything is within reach so if you want to leave car you can train to Pickering or Whitby if you struggle walking is on doorstep Highly recommend couldn't fault it at all

  • Confirmed Guest

    Whistle stop was absolutely fabulous such a beautiful property. The trains are a bonus , just couldn’t fault it and can’t wait to go again

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