In The Key Of Sea

We had a beautiful stay in Saltburn and found the apartment the perfect size for two. Everything was clean and tidy and the location was just a minute away from the shops and local conveniences, with the beach and seaside a short stroll. We would love to come back one day and thank you for your hospitality. We've had the nicest holiday in a long time!

Excellent Situation<br/><br/>Heating, Bathroom open to kitchen,

Was as the pictures as shown nice cosy retreat very close to shops and sea met the owner who was also very helpful

Spotlessly clean, imaginatively furnished and decorated.<br/><br/>Uncomfortable dining chairs and sofa. Instructions for induction hob missing - could not get it to work. Couldn’t get grill to work either because of inadequate instructions. Despite following instructions for heating, the radiators did not respond. I can’t complain about the lack of natural light because I knew when I booked that it was a basement flat, but I should have anticipated the drawback of this.

The flat and the location are absolutely perfect!<br/>Lovely stay<br/><br/>The bed frame... My boyfriend hurt his shin in the middle of the night with a corner of the frame and had a wound for a week..

This was our first time with booking using Airbnb. everything went better than ever imagined. location was great. Property was beautiful and comms throughout were brilliant! want to go back!

The flat really is beautifully done up, it has most things you would expect and need. It’s also very close to the station and the Sainsbury’s. The bed is very comfortable and you get two massive large screen TVs. You can adjust the room temperature yourself which was much appreciated.<br/><br/>The flat is in the basement, had I know that before, I would not have booked it. Basements freak me out. The bathroom door did not close and the towels were super small. However, the real downer here was the administration. The company they employ is unprofessional, snotty, patronising people with crying children in the background who clearly are nowhere near the UK and who have no idea how to help you with anything. They say on the website you should pay a deposit when booking which I did and they immediately took the whole money without notifying me first which made me very suspicious. Then they asked me to pay £240 deposit for breakage cover for a 2 night stay! That is 120% of the total price I paid, they will not give you the access information until you paid. I did not trust them at all and I would stay away from them at all costs!

Easy on road parking and good location.

Lovely, cosy apartment. Close to all amenities with free parking. Big, comfy bed.<br/>Advertised as having a washing machine and dryer in the apartment, however there is not one. <br/>Due to it being a basement apartment, there was a damp smell from the cupboards in the kitchen. <br/>Also no lock on the bathroom door and it doesn't close all the way due to it being a sliding wooden door. We had to use the bin in the bathroom to hold the door shut. <br/>Overall 4/5 stars due to comfort and location. One star knocked due to false advertisement regarding the washing machine and damp smell.

The flat was well equipped, clean and tidy. Designed by a follower of Buddha. <br/> <br/>Street parking (in winter) was available nearby. <br/> <br/>Top Tip - take your own illumination if you want to read in the lounge.<br/><br/>Big doubts about the company. They needed to be prompted on the arrival day for access details. <br/>Turns out they use another company to 'verify your identity' and take £250 deposit off your credit card. Then they have the cheek to charge a non-refundable £10, <br/>The clue's in the company name - Superhog! <br/>Then they needed another prompt, a week after the stay, to return the deposit.

The furnishings and cleanliness.<br/><br/>The entrance and the stairs going down to the basement .

Lovely little basement flat. Very cosy and comfortable. Close to the seafront and all the local shops and restaurants. Had a great weekend stay here!

Quiet location!<br/><br/>Website shows a bright clean app.<br/>Reality was it was dark and gloomy and rather grubby in places. I managed to get hot water in bathroom sink once in 2 days. Was hit with an extra £25 payment after we had booked and paid.<br/>Do not know why you need 19 emails during booking and after!

Had a nice chill and rest.

Location & decor<br/><br/>Damp smell on arrival. Not been aired. Sofa damp Linen clean but pillows very poor - one very lumpy the other smelt of sweat. Dirty glass in cupboard with mould in it. Overpriced & extra charge waiver fee- made it a most as expensive as the hotel which included breakfast.

Good value and beautiful area.<br/>Under floor hewring was lovlely bit did leave a few damp patches in the kitchen floor.<br/>Could use an extractor fan as sofa and bed linen felt damp on arrival

Cosy comfy and relaxed

Beautiful basement apartment with lots of space. Couldn't be better located, would stay again.

Fantastic accommodation in a beautiful location. Lots to do and plenty of places for a relaxing coffee. Would recommend this place to anybody as we would love to stay again

Apartment was fantastic..decor fabulous especially the French bed. Loved it.<br/><br/>Nothing.....weather let the visit down

The issue we had was with the management company Host and Stay which required from us a non refundable £25 payment or an up front refundable payment of £250 plus a non refundable £10 fee for admin . These charges were not made explicit on the Booking.com listing of the property and notified to us after booking. Our apartment stay in Whitby the day before was excellent with no hidden charges or deposit. We also experienced a barrage of fine print emails from the company - we had 27 in total which was not conducive to a relaxing break. We have still not received the deposit 8 days since we got home although we have been notified it will be returned

Very nicely appointed flat, well situated within walking distance of Saltburn Beach. Good kitchen, living area, a nice shower and a very comfortable bed

Fabulous location, quiet street with very short walk to lovely local restaurants. Great facilities.

A lovely basement flat, a bit bohemian but with all the mod cons. Just like home from home, it had everything you needed. The bed was particularly comfy. Well placed for the beach, a Spar and Sainsbury's on the doorstep, and plenty of takeaways a short walk away.

We had a lovely weekend. location is great for places to eat and drink. The train station is just opposite.<br/>lovely big bed and plenty of space. <br/>Nice little apartment.

Great apartment in a good location.<br/>Had everything you need for your stay.<br/>Would definitely recommend and stay again.

I stayed two weeks in the Airbnb for a business tripp. The Apartment was super clean and the bed very comfortable. I really enjoyed the underfloor heating. But in the bathroom is no underfloor heating, so it was really cold in the bathrom, especially the floor, because the Apartment is in the basement of the building.

Very well equipped accommodation. Excellent communication throughout. Looked exactly like the pictures. Within walking distance of shops, bars, restaurants and the beach.

Beautifully decorated and very comfortable.<br/><br/>It didn’t have a bread knife, it’s the only negative I can think of!

We had a great break in this basement apartment. Ironically if the booking.com listing had made it clearer that it was a basement apartment we would have dismissed the listing, and missed the chance to stay here. The flat is well thought out, and very well designed. Comfortable and all you need for a short break. We were impressed that the host had read previous reviews and had posted litlle notices and made changes to address the points. The bed was large and very comfortable. The electric shower worked well, and was hot! <br/>On street parking worked well. Saltburn itself was OK, and we had a good meal at the seaview restaurant on the prom.<br/><br/>The shower area was quite slippy and could do with a shower mat. The hot water - for washing up - could have been hotter- but we didnt do much washing up. The sofa is quite low - we are at an age where if your knees are higher than your bum it can be difficult to stand up - but it was comfortable. The wardrobe in the bedroom is fine, but if you're not staying long, a hook rail would work fine, and give you just a little more space in the bedroom. These are all picky things about a fine place to stay.

It was a lovely place<br/><br/>It was on the third floor and we are in our sixties and seventies so the stairs were not good

Excellently furnished high quality apartment in small smart seaside town. Great for a relaxing short break.

This property is a little gem. It is situated in the basement of the house and is beautiful. <br/>The bed is massive and comfortable, the kitchen/livingroom is tastefully decorated. <br/>Its a great use of the space. <br/>The property is situated very close to the beach and all local amenities. <br/>We couldn't have wished for a better place. <br/>Will definitely be back.<br/><br/>There was nothing to dislike.

This apartment is comfortable and is in a perfect, central location in Saltburn, an easy stroll from the seafront. There are some delightful bars in the town, and the whole experience is relaxing and unrushed. Communication beforehand, during and after our stay was excellent, and we had very prompt support when we had a query. All in all, In the Key of Sea can be highly recommended!

The property was decorated very nicely and was very well-equipped. Very comfortable bed, and great shower. Great location, easily walkable to everywhere. Easy access / check-in with key safe. Good communication. Underfloor heating which is easy to control.<br/><br/>Only minor points:<br/>- Would be good to have a proper handle on the inside of the apartment door (as you have to pull it closed with the little Yale lock knob, which is a bit tricky as the door gets stuck a bit). <br/>- There is a slight ‘basement’ smell (but the property is very clean and no discernible damp). <br/>- It would be nice to have a better fitting blind in the bedroom (and one for the fire door) to block<br/>out the light better.

I booked this property for my mum and step dad. the decor could not have been any more perfect for my mum. my stepdad loved the tv in the bedroom and the shower. myself and kids loved the Buddhas. they want to come back but they would be taking their dog next time so will look elsewhere.<br/><br/>the steps are a little narrow and steep.

Great cosy basement apartment, clean and well presented. Good location, plenty lovely coffee shops and restaurants nearby and of course the beach is just a short walk away. No problem with on street parking.

Location was very good, close to all we needed and easy to get to beach<br/><br/>A bigger freezer, the one we had was small and frosted up so couldn’t put anything in, the shower head wasn’t as powerful as used to

Carpet was an accident waiting to happen and needed fixing down

Very comfy bed, super clean apartment.<br/><br/>Freezer needs a defrost . <br/>No mention in adverts that the apartment was a basement.

Excellent apartment perfect location

Nice location lovely apartment good size bed and TV<br/><br/>Lighting a bit poor though

N/a<br/><br/>Grab handle in shower

Very comfy bed and very clean.<br/><br/>The front door was a little bit hard to close. <br/>We couldn’t use the freezer because it completely froze up.

Comfortable clean and ver convenient location <br/>We were concerned about on street parking but it was never a problem during our stay

Spotless, comfortable and very friendly neighbours.

If I had not read one of the reviews I would not have known it was a basement.

Absolutely gorgeous apartment, perfect position in the town. Very short walk to beach and a really nice and welcoming bar/pub life around. Some very good restaurants and cafes around too. Would highly reccomend. More than likely to return at some point.

An amazing apartment great use of space, home from home everything you need for an amazing break away. <br/>The central location gives you access to the town's amenities, supermarket, bars restaurants some fantastic café's. <br/>The location also allows you access to all the local attractions, the beach, the Pier, Valley gardens, miniature railway and the Victorian Tea Rooms all are within walking distance of the apartment. <br/>We couldn't have asked for anything better, fantastic apartment, fantastic location and accessibility to local attractions cannot recommend enough.

Great apartment in an excellent location. As per the photographs this is a high quality apartment and the massive bed is super comfy. A great use of space and the furnishings and accessories have been carefully chosen. Would visit again !

Everything the accommodation was immaculate and very well equipped.<br/><br/>Should make people aware that there are two very steep flights of stairs to go down into a basement apartment.

The property was perfect, spotlessly clean and well equipped.<br/><br/>Basement apartment so very little natural light - the fact that it was a basement apartment wasn’t listed in the details

It was cleaned and good facilities<br/><br/>It was advertised as a 1 bed house, but it was a basement flat, very disappointing, the views where a brick wall, we needed a nice break as my dad died on the 20th of march, but this did not help staying here

A most comfortable, clean cosy flat…..it felt homely and wrapped you in a huge hug ?? ..the bed was so comfortable it took all my time getting up in a morning….very central to everything, shops, sea front a beach, beautiful sea view when you walk 2 mins down to promenade….x

very central location. all amenities. brilliant value for money

Breakfast was not included.The location was very good and 5 minutes walk to the beach and local amenaties.<br/><br/>The flat was noisy because its was in the basement and we could here everybody and there dog when entering the building which did make us feel unsettled and at one point we were thinking of returning home.

Lovely apartment in a great location. Super clean and it had everything we needed for a weekend away. Beautiful beach and great little bars a short stroll away.

Brilliant location for exploring the local area. And plenty to do.<br/> The accommodation is beautifully decorated and very comfortable. It had everything we needed for a few days break. The bed was super comfy and the quilt was lovely and lightweight and cosy. Spotlessly clean.<br/>The living area kitchen is really spacious.<br/>The hosts are local and we're really friendly when we saw them. Easy check in<br/>Pubs and restaurants withing walking distance. With lots to do in the area.<br/><br/>With it being a basement accommodation it is a bit dull inside with not much natural light. <br/>It's OK for a few days but i couldn't spend any longer there.

The location and very clean<br/><br/>Nothing to dislike

Beautiful place to stay. Lovely furniture and ambiance. Couch and bed really comfortable!!!!<br/>Only downside was that you could hear every footstep from the apartment above.<br/>Its a great location with pubs, restaurants and beach within an easy walking distance.

Fantastic little get away. Great apartment, great location & we will definitely be back again ?

Cleanliness, decorated to good standard<br/><br/>Not advertised as a basement apartment. Very little natural light and no outside views.

Really lovely apartment sun a great location. The bed is massive and super comfy kitchen is well equipped and lots of nice homely touches

The Key of the Sea Is highly recommended. <br/>A lovely well presented apartment, welcoming and clean with good quality fixtures and furnishings. <br/>The bed linen is very nice and the bed is incredibly comfortable, the apartment was very quiet so a great nights sleep was had. <br/>There is easy street parking. <br/>Saltburn-by-the-Sea is a unspoilt Victorian town with great views, walks and lots of Cafes, Restaurants and Bars <br/>I certainly look forward to returning to The Key of the Sea .

the hob didn’t work

Fabulous comfortable apartment located right on the Main Street very clean and comfortable sofa and bed everything you need in the apartment<br/><br/>Nothing not to like

A perfect little getaway for a couple. This modern basement conversion has been done extremely well and is very cosy and well-equipped. Lovely big comfortable bed and very comfy sofa that you can curl up in. Location is perfect as it’s close to the station and some good cafes and restaurants, and a short stroll to the seafront.

Quiet, spacious, comfortable, private.

Lovely basement flat. Very well equipped. Fabulous big and comfortable bed with good linen. Perfect location in the heart of Saltburn.

A really lovely, high spec and cosy place to stay when visiting Saltburn. The extra large king sized bed was a bonus!

What a lovely place to stay. Was so comfy and felt at home. Just loved the decor and the bed and sofa were so comfortable. Location was great, close to the beach, bars and shops. Would definitely come back.

Excellent location for walking the Cleveland Way. Would highly recommend the ‘coco & rum’ restaurant. Excellent food and service.<br/><br/>Whilst it didn’t bother us, I don’t recall it mentioning in the accommodation details that it was a basement apartment.

Great communication from the host with easy check-in and check-out. The flat is beautifully decorated and clean, with a comfy super king bed. The location was great as it was near to the station, shops, and places to eat. One night of my stay I went to a place called Parlours which was nearby and that had a nice tapas-like menu including some good veggie and vegan options. I'd happily stay here again.

The apartment was great, lots of little extras added. The location was ideal. Would definitely return.

The location was great and the flat was very well decorated and comfortable. Lots of nice details - lighting, under floor heating, large comfy bed, lovely efficient shower.<br/><br/>Disappointing to find that it was in the basement - no mention of this in the booking information.

Excellent location just a few minutes walk from shops, bars and restaurants. The walk down to the beach is 10 minutes or so. <br/><br/>The apartment is recently refurbished and is lovely and clean with all the amenities you could need. Overall a great stay and we would recommend.

Wonderful place in a great town! Creatively decorated and pleasant space. Beautiful ornate and comfortable bed, although the legs stick out and are a hazard to shins. Saltburn-By-The-Sea has quiet elegance and a fantastic beach without the crowds and noise of neighbors down the coast.

Lovely little apartment in a fantastic location. Amazing restaurants and pubs within walking distance. The train station was just across the street as was a grocery store. Comfortable bed and comfy sofa too!

Flat in a great position in Saltburn a few minutes from the beach and other amenities. Very comfortable and easy communication with the owners. Very comfortable for a couple, would recommend.

Lovely quiet place & nicely decorated with good taste, very comfortable for a couple to stay and use as a base. The amenities were good & parking was never a problem on the street. Would definitely recommend and we'd stay here again if we returned to Saltburn.

Great little apartment, nice and quiet and a nice cool temperature which was ideal in the heatwave! Super comfy bed and close to everything.

Cool, quirky little flat situated on the Main Street in Saltburn . Next door to the guitar shop. Parked on the street right outside the flat . Cool decoration and big comfy sofa . It is below street level and down quite a few stairs but windows in the living space and bedroom let light in . A little bit odd that theres a window shaped hole in the wall between the bathroom and kitchen and just a blind . Guessing it’s for ventilation . The super king bed is very comfy , no noise at all . Had an amazing stay in saltburn and Milton Street has some excellent craft beer bars and independent restaurants. So close to the sea too . Will definitely be back .