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The Secret Garden

Whitby, Yorkshire
Original Cottages

This property is managed by our sister brand Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs allowed 4
4
star
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Secluded cottage with a large garden in the heart of Whitby
  • Picturesque harbour, shops and restaurants on the doorstep
  • Comfortably furnished in a contemporary style
Property code: OC-W974

Approached from a picturesque, cobbled street, this cottage sleeping four is in a quiet corner, yet within easy reach of all the historic town has to offer. Climb 199 steps to the clifftop ruins of the 13th-century Whitby Abbey, following the tradition of counting each step along the way. Or for a view from the sea, take a boat trip on a replica of the Endeavour, the ship sailed by the great explorer Captain Cook, who served his apprenticeship in Whitby. Walk along Whitby Sands before visiting one of the town’s many fish restaurants and enjoy more stunning views from the heritage steam train that runs through the North York Moors National Park.

Enter this charming property through the ground-floor dining room, where you can gather with friends and family around the dining table or watch some TV. Adjoining this room are a compact kitchen and a family bathroom. Head up to the first floor, and you will find a comfortable living room with a TV with Freeview. This light-filled room opens onto a large garden. Completing this floor is a twin zip-and-link bedroom (which can be arranged as a king-size on request). Up another set of stairs on the second floor is a double bedroom.

Outside, an enclosed garden features a large lawn and a small patio area with a picnic table.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin zip-and-link (can be arranged as a king-size on request)
  • 1 shower room with WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request
  • TVs with Freeview, DVD, iPod speaker dock
  • Large, enclosed garden with lawn, patio and picnic table
  • Scratch cards provided for on-street parking within designated zones on the West Cliff, 1 mile away, on a first-come, first-served basis
  • Pub and shop 0.5 miles
  • There are 26 steps leading to the property
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 4 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Laura Noble-Crookes

This property has been let with us for over 10 years and is managed by Laura.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 20 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sarah, 7th November 2024

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The Secret Garden is a beautiful, very clean and well-maintained cottage with a lovely garden space - most unexpected on that side of Whitby! The welcome pack was lovely, and Ill definitely bring my dog next time as its clear the owners are big dog lovers and had thought of everything. The main bedroom in particular is beautiful and I loved the velRead moreux windows. The kitchen and bathroom have everything you need, but perhaps dont choose this cottage if you dont like stairs, as its a long way to go up and down to the loo at night! Other than that, I wouldnt hesitate to recommend it and look forward go visiting again. Hide

Reviewed by Robert, 21st October 2024

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Absolutely fabulous cottage, has everything you need for a relaxing holiday. Well stocked kitchen if you like to cook, comfortable furniture and beds. Loads of comfy throws, heating is great. Garden is fabulous for dogs and humans alike. Right in centre of all the action but so quiet as away from the crowds. Perfect place and lovely welcome pack.

Reviewed by Joanne, 5th October 2024

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Had a lovely lovely holiday in a little gem of a place, other than our needy dogs it was fabulous, well be back!!!

Reviewed by Barry, 23rd September 2024

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This was an exceptional find hidden up the stairs in an alleyway with a proper garden. Cant fault anything. It was exceptionally clean and tidy and the dogs loved it

Reviewed by Rozanna, 16th September 2024

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This cottage was delightfully charming and characterful. It had everything you could possibly need, so much thought has gone into the guests comfort including the four legged guests! The dogs loved roaming around the secure garden although my very small dog did manage to fit through railings at one point above the street below so dont leave any smaRead morell dogs unattended! The situation of the cottage was also fantastic, right in the midst of the old town with cobbled streets and lovely little shops and a small outdoor market. Minutes walk from the harbour and the 199 steps to the abbey. Definitely recommend! Hide

Reviewed by Claire, 22nd July 2024

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Beautiful house. Very well equipped. Absolutely lovely garden which was the highlight for our dogs, safe and secure in the Secret Garden. Will definitely be back!

Reviewed by Peter, 2nd July 2024

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We enjoyed our holiday very much the garden is great for the dogs the location of the cottage could not be better for shops restaurants pubs beach and the parking was ok we parked up and didnt us the car all week we will be back very soon

Reviewed by Kevin, 16th June 2024

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Absolutely loved our stay in The Secret Garden. The garden itself was great, very secure and our 3 dogs loved running around and chasing the occasional seagull! Lots of space inside the house itself and quiet during our stay in early June. Well located for restaurants, pubs and all the amazing attractions Whitby has to offer. The parking in Whitby Read moretakes a bit of getting used to but we had no bother at all once we found a map of the designated parking zones. We will happily stay here again on our next visit to Whitby . Hide

Reviewed by Lisa, 9th June 2024

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We had a perfect stay at The Secret Garden We will definitely return We holiday in Whitby at least twice a year with our dogs and have stayed in lots of cottages , this was by far the best The garden was amazing and made our stay so relaxing Cant wait to rebook

Reviewed by Lisa, 1st April 2024

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Reviewed by Hazel, 11th December 2023

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Such a beautiful cottage, stunning location, really close to all of the amenities of Whitby. Having a garden with the dogs was an absolute bonus and just made life so much easier. Very well equipt cottage with everything we needed for a fabulous break away. only issue was the wifi wasn't working properly when we arrived, but we soon worked out tRead morehat it was sitting to low on the window sill and wasn't getting a full signal, as soon as we lifted the box up on to the top of the window it worked perfectly. Really comfy bed and the fact there were dogs beds laid out for us was a beautiful touch. They really had thought of everything. Hide

Reviewed by Stuart, 10th November 2023

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Reviewed by Richard, 22nd September 2023

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Perfect location. 1 minute away from shops , bars etc . Lovely secluded garden for pets & children

Reviewed by Susan, 6th August 2023

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Reviewed by Gillian, 9th July 2023

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Reviewed by Paul, 2nd July 2023

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Reviewed by Malcolm, 27th June 2023

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Reviewed by Gina, 21st May 2023

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Cottage was absolutely lovely, really enjoyed our stay fantastic garden only one thing I would suggest is a mattress, topper or even new mattresses on the king size bed in the smallest bedroom it wasnt uncomfortable, but just needed that little bit more to give it perfect comfort other than that everything was perfect

Reviewed by Lesley, 8th May 2023

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Reviewed by Jan, 4th March 2023

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Location

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