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Scoresby House

Whitby, Yorkshire
Original Cottages

This property is managed by our sister brand Original Cottages info_outline

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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs allowed 4
4
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Apartment
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Historic home on Whitby’s pretty harbourside
  • Waterside views from most windows, with all attractions within 0.5 miles
  • Self-contained accommodation perfect for a family getaway with everything close at hand

Overview
Property code: OC-W975

With harbour views from many windows, this historic home is close to all Whitby has to offer. The former home of Captain William Scoresby, this grand residence is on Whitby’s harbourside, overlooking the River Esk, with the Abbey, 199 steps, fish and chip shops and the beach all within 1 mile. If you fancy exploring further, take a walk along the Cleveland Way to Robin Hood’s Bay or, further afield, visit the spectacular landscape of the North York Moors National Park.

Step inside the entrance hall where there is a private porch, and climb the stairs up to the maisonette, arranged over the first floor. Inside is an open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner, perfect for relaxing in after a day exploring Whitby. The lounge area has comfortable sofas around a TV, while the kitchen is well-equipped and the dining table overlooks the harbour. The property’s two bedrooms – a double and a room with full-size bunk beds – are decorated in neutral tones for a restful night. A shower room with a WC completes the accommodation.

While there is no outside space at this property, the front door opens right onto the historic harbourside, with the beach less than 1 mile away.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 full-size bunk beds
  • 1 shower room with WC
  • Fridge/freezer, gas cooker with oven and grill, washing machine, microwave
  • Travel cot
  • Satellite TV and DVD
  • Unrestricted on-street parking on a first come first served basis
  • No Wi-Fi
  • Pub 300 metres, shops within 0.5 miles, beach within 1 mile
  • Arrival: 16:00 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 14 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Joe, 5th November 2024

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Stayed here over the Goth weekend and wouldnt stay again. Its basic, a place to sleep but not much else. Lack of basic amenities, no toilet paper, no working heating, no WiFi, toilet flush takes many tries to work, hot tap barely worked. And its a fair walk to the co-op to get the basic necessities that are provided by most other cottages. OtherRead more people in our party stayed in a bigger cottage near the abbey which was cheaper and they provided a welcome basket containing basics like teabags, milk etc. so Id look elsewhere if youre staying in Whitby. Place was also not very clean. Black mould in the shower, dirty mirrors and hair all over the floors. Knelt down in the bedroom while unpacking and was covered in what I assume was dog hair. Also if you bring a pet, check under the wardrobe in the bedroom as theres loads of dog toys stuck under there too. Located on a noisy street which cant be helped but expect to be woken up by the boat yard opposite at 6am and you will hear every person who walks past through the night as the windows are single glazed. Minus the mould the shower is good though, very powerful. Overall, for the price theres a lot better places to stay in Whitby so I would look elsewhere. Hide

Reviewed by Thelma, 8th September 2024

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As usual we enjoyed our holiday at Scoresby House, the position is great but it is looking a little tired and needs a new mattress! Traffic noise and noise from the boatyard can be a problem but otherwise everything is good.

Reviewed by Linda, 16th August 2024

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Reviewed by Jane, 8th July 2024

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Reviewed by Catherine, 26th June 2024

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Terrible unclean needs updating can't open windows if you do you have to wedge with something. When windows are open the noise from the shipping yard you are directly across from is unbearable. Spent as little time as possible in the property . Cleaned it myself best I could but needed a real deep clean , every pot and glass were dirty in dirty cupRead moreboards I could go on and on . Hide

Reviewed by William, 11th November 2023

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Reviewed by Eryl, 31st October 2023

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Reviewed by Michael, 20th October 2023

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Reviewed by Liz, 27th August 2023

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Reviewed by Kirsty, 31st July 2023

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Had a lovely stay, there was a dirty tea cloth of the radiator when we arrived. The walls could do with a freshen up as some dirt and scuffs but we had a lovely stay, the facilities were great and location was perfect.

Reviewed by Jane, 17th July 2023

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Reviewed by Justin, 4th June 2023

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Everything was great very quiet area very clean the only issues we had is we only had one roll of toilet roll had to get more did leave some there and there was only one bin bag couldnt complain about anything else would defo go back again There is also dog bowels there wish we would have known as we wouldnt have brought ours would have saves someRead more room In our bags Hide

Reviewed by Sue, 14th May 2023

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Shocking place to stay needs a good over all and a good clean for starters

Reviewed by Paul, 13th April 2023

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Great location well equipped

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Location

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