Esk View Cottage

Great location!! Easy 5 minute walk to the town. The upstairs double bed on the top floor had no mattress cover. And the kids bedroom main light was damaged and we couldn't use it due it being dangerous

good location we arrived late even loccould not find flat not sign posted very well had to phone host the cottage had character but looked tired but due to steps to property it was unsuitblr forpeople with mobility problems as me and my wife had.

We had a great weekend at Esk View Cottage which is a short walk away from the centre of Whitby in a quieter area of the town. The cottage was clean, and exactly as pictured.

A lovely terraced house, albeit tucked out of the way. Thankfully all our party was mobile, but can imagine this being difficult to access by anyone with a disability. The accommodation was comfortable and for the most part clean. The inside of several kitchen cupboards showed signs of vegetable oil staining (where a leaky bottle had clearly been left for a while, but not cleaned), and could have done with a clean. There was a slightly fusty damp smell in the kitchen, but this could have been because the house was shut up prior to our visit. Beds were comfortable, as was the furniture and the bedding was spotless. Wifi is a bit slow, but 5G was available on O2, as was EE Wifi which as BT Broadband customers was well received. Overall, it is in a very handy location, albeit with a short stroll, however the lack of parking may be an issue to some less fitter guests. We were made aware of this and prepared accordingly.

We had a couple of night stay here. The property is ideal for exploring Whitby. It is on the same side as the abbey. The property was clean and tidy. Which has plates, pans towels etc. there are some steps from the main road which are sandstone and worn. So be careful in the wet. You can access the property from a side entry, which is much easier for young children etc. the only downside was parking. But there are spaces if you look for them. We parked near the Abbey and walked down to the property. We look forward to staying here again.

Great place and host. Would highly recommend!

Great location, comfortable beds , quiet area good views Good communication, However it requires a deep clean Opened bathroom window and it was black on window frames Cobwebs and flies in and around the property Alarm was going off during stay so had to remove battery Light didn't work on stairs The parking is based on finding a spot as close as possible In our case it was quite a hike to accommodation The steps in and around the property where particular difficult to navigate for my parents in there 60s Which it does state in the description Whitby is a beautiful place,

Easy to get keys Dirty. The dust was that bad we were itching

Lovely quirky little house slept 6 of us. Lovely location, the kids loved watching the boats gome in out the sitting room window.

This property is situated in easy walking distance to the centre of Whitby. The kitchen is a little small but has everything needed for cooking meals. The seating area at the back is delightful especially when lit by fairy lights in the evening. The shower is easy to control and powerful. Beds are comfortable. The lounge is small and the dining room table only has space for four to sit round it and even then it’s a bit of a tight squeeze! Cute ornaments and homely touches plus lots of childrens games and dvds. Several useful guidebooks to the local area. Great view of the harbour from front windows. Steps are steep and uneven. People with any mobility issues should not stay here. Overall our group of five, three adults and two teenagers, had a lovely week here.

Location is really good, if lucky you can get parking on main road just in front. Kitchen has everything you need for short stay. Beds are comfy and clean Shower went hot and cold, with no consistency Decor is a little dated, and cobwebs in corners of rooms but nothing too bad.

The rooms were nice to be in and the garden was nice There were a lot of spiders in corners and woodlice in one of the top floor bedrooms

Dont book place was filthy damp in main sitting room damp in bathroom it had not been cleaned the photos are took when it was first put up to rent Please dont book go somewhere else Nothing

Lovely property, it was clean, comfy beds, with a view of the river The outside seating was lovely but garden bushes would benefit from a prune

Nothing It was a very dangerous property the steps at the bathroom need sorting out big time ,the steps up to the premises were so dangerous and the back steps were not alot better ,rubbish bags everywhere there was an empty bottle on the floor behind the TV and I don't think the TV had been cleaned behind in a while We were left a note on our bed about stripping our own beds so overall won't be going back anytime soon

Alleen geschikt voor mobiele mensen. Het huisje op zich is ok, maar moet goed onderhouden worden. Het was bij ons heel stoffig, er was schimmel op de muren in de badkamer en living. De wasmachine zorgde voor roestvlekken op onze kleren. Jammer, want op zich is de locatie heel goed en Whitby zelf fantastisch.

Cozy interior Stairs

Located close to Whitby harbour and Abbey Property needed a deep clean. Property needed redecoration. Baking trays and frying pan need replacement. Kitchen sink tap blanking plate broken and needs replacing. Bathroom floor tiles around toilet loose. Bathroom sink, hot tap spins as it is turned on and off. Shower head riser loose TV did not work Heating thermostat by fireplace in living room - cover was removed and lying on mantelpiece, wires exposed. No replacement bags for kitchen waste or hoover. No mention of 20-30 steps up from the pavement to the property in pre booking description. No problem for us but could be for those with mobility difficulties. Alternative access is onto a road with no pavement and blind bend. Parking not great - but we knew this before booking.

Good location for whtiby centre. Parking was terrible, unless you are very lucky and get a space we had to park about 1/2 a mile away. It’s up very steep, slippy stairs so carrying bags is quite hard. House itself was nice, we had 6 adults there so was a bit cramped in the living room but bedrooms fine and towels provided. It was quiet and 5 mins walk in Whitby centre.

Gut gelegene Unterkunft. Gute Ausstattung, liebevoll eingerichtet. Für 6 Personen beengt am Esstisch. Küche eigentlich gut ausgestattet, jedoch mehrere Töpfe etc. Wackelig, zerkratzt/ Deckel kaputt. Hier müsste man mal aussortieren/erneuern. Leider war das Geschirr teilweise nicht sehr sauber im Schrank und die Fächer nicht sauber. Im Schrank befanden sich Lebensmittel von evtl. Vormietern, die hätten entsorgt werden sollen. Z.B. Mayonaise.

the property had been thoroughly cleaned inside. the location is central to Whitby but difficult to access from the street and difficult to park cars. The garden was a building site and nowhere on the description does it say it is shared. This is a very important factor for customers wishing to book with pets. The tv was unworkable for the whole stay, due to the lack of a remote control The Wi-Fi was unworkable due to the plug being broken. The most surprising and disappointing factor was the response I had from Host & Stay customer service when reporting these issues. I have been made to feel it was my fault and my responsibility to rectify the problems. I paid £337 for a two night stay. Completely overpriced and very poor value for money.

No cancellation upon booking, yet within 24 hours we were asked to pay an additional fee, this should be detailed up front and should form part of the price! Arrival time changed and when request was submitted to revert to original arrival time, unhelpful replies were provided. The property is up a number of uneven steps. The property was rented as sleeping 6, on the outside the plaque says it sleeps 4 and the property is totally unsuitable for 6 people, it felt incredibly claustrophobic. Underneath the sofa was hair and old false eyelashes. The spiral staircase up to the top floor is unsuitable for a rented property, and we were concerned of the fire hazard posed by having no escape from the top floor. The seal on the fridge doesn't work so you have to jam it shut, and the milk shelves in the fridge door are broken and unusable. The property is located well for access to the town, and the kitchen has all appliances and utensils needed. Parking is on street so difficult to find space.

A lovely, quirky cottage, with comfortable beds, plenty of hot water and a nice outdoor space. We felt relaxed and at home, and were comfortable there with 3 adults and 2 teenagers. Centrally located, lovely views, well provisioned, and all kitchen appliances work well! There is a thoughtfully provided clothes airer for anyone who doesn't wish to use the dryer function on the washer-dryer. Our stay in Whitby was lovely - there is so much to do in the area, and locals were friendly, interested, and helpful. Do visit Botham's for your bread and a traditional brack or parkin!

The property itself was lovely, however the steps leading up to the property need to be detailed here more. Another review mentioned the steps but we didn't understand what that meant and thought it referred to steps at the property itself, however where the property is situated there are very steep uneven stone steps, about 20 leading to the row of houses. It's not really suitable for people with mobility issues, we had my mother with us, she is able to walk up stairs but we had to search out a route so she didn't go up these steps. Had we realised we would not have had this holiday let as not really suitable for us with my mum being with us, had it been 2 adults and 2 older children (teenagers) it was fine for us. This unfortunately meant that we were restricted in what we could do. The parking - it doesn't have parking, we went week before half term October so was able to find street parking at the top, none on the street below, which was a challenge when unloading in particular when not knowing the routes to and from. The property seemed to have what was needed the gas fire didn't work though but not needed as heating was really good. Fridge needs replacing as doesn't keep things cold, other than this it was comfortable and had what you needed for a short break.

Location very close to Whitby which was good. But not accessible for any mobility disabilites It needs to be clearly stated that this is NOT accessible for anyone with any mobility issues. The steps up to the cottage were dangerous, very steep and not marked. I went with a person who was blind and she found that terrifying. Very dangerous front of cottage for anyone with mobility issues or small children. Small wall with some pots on and then a sheer drop.

Only thing we liked was the lication 5 mins walk into Whitby

The house was really nicely decorated with lots of quirky ornaments. Good bedding - although towels had seen better days. Close to central Whitby. Quiet. Far too small for 6 people. Could not use the dining table and when we moved it out the floor was sticky and dirty underneath. Not enough plates and glasses for six people. And what was there had been put away dirty and had to be re-washed. The listing is misleading about how many steps up to the entrance. Not sure when the cleaners were last in but there was rubbish strewn all across the top of the steps from a neighbouring property - food and bathroom waste - quite disgusting. The wooden decking out the back is very slippy and never dries out as it's so dark and shady. No recycling facilities.

great central location step steps inside the property, had to tell the kids to be very careful

The location was excellent and very close to the centre. The beds were comfortable and the whole house was very cozy. It was clean and had a great bathroom The WiFi didn't work and there was a cat that visited the property. There was also some quite offensive toys in one of the bedrooms which should be removed.

Location was really good ? Bigger TV and a one more sofe

The location was great, not a long walk to the Harbour at all. The bedrooms were a good size and comfortable. loved the decor of the kids bedroom. The outside area was really cute especially at night all lit up it was lovely. We had a special visitor too which the kids loved who goes by the name ham sandwich, a local Cat. The parking is difficult especially with being so many of us carrying lots of bags (4 children including a baby) The stairs up to the property were steep and sloping downward so now t got when wet or icy too I would say. not ideal for families. There was another way to get in which was better with less use of the steps but depending where you can park the car. We did vacuum when we arrived as the were a lot of animal hair but we realised the cat must visit often and the kids did enjoy that.

The property had everything we needed and a well-equipped kitchen. The bedrooms were welcoming, and a lot of thought had been put into the decor, particularly the one obviously intended for children. The terrace was charming, as was the bench by the front door, although the weather didn't allow us to use either much. As pretty much everyone else says, accessing the property is a daunting task! There is an alternative route with far fewer stairs, which is not immediately obvious from Church Street. It requires a little bit more walking around the corner, but it does provide a welcome relief.

Great location in Whitby - slightly away from main town overlooking the river Esk, but only 10 mins walk to centre. Love the garden, outside bench to stop and watch the world go by. House was spotless and tastefully decorated. Would come again

Lovely location. Lovely little house. Stairs to the top floor and kids room are very narrow and tricky for a 3 and 6 year old.

Lovely quirky cottage. Just a leisurely Walk into town.

Excellent accommodation, Maybe the steps leading to the property should be highlighted more, as not really family friendly with young children or elderly people, we did find an easier way, through the lanes,but still steps to contend with, but it was like going through the jungle, as lots of weeds, not ideal for push chairs, prams etc.

The access to the property was very difficult, we couldn’t have managed if we hadn’t had family with us Steps very steep and uneven.Almost impossible to get a wheelchair or pushchair up.

Charming cottage with great views over the River Esk and Whitby.

We had a comfortable stay. Great communication and a thorough guide was provided ahead of time. Steps up to the house are quite steep so wouldn’t suit everyone but you can’t fault the location and it’s lovely sitting outside and looking out to the harbour on a sunny evening.

Great location, very cute and cosy. Perfect for a family getaway.

Close to centre Smelt of dogs. Couldn’t sit 6 around dining table and only 5 chairs! Tight dining area.

Lovely cottage, 5 min walk to the centre, lovely little fairy garden, comfy beds and personalised touches. Just be wary it's up quite a few stairs and parking can be tricky but a lovely place would recommend

Nice, clean and cosy cottage. Close enough to the town centre with plenty of shops and amenties. Personal touches in the property and excellent communication from owner.

Lovely cottage in a great location. As reviews have said- steps are tricky but not terrible or slippery. Right on the harbour so everything is within walking distance. Cottage itself is gorgeous. Lots of natural charm and everything you need. The garden is really quirky and a definite sun trap. Really can’t fault the place. The hosts were incredibly organised and helpful. They had online information which covered everything- like your own in depth brochure. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.

very clean and tidy. good equipment. the steps up to it. the small tv.

Very nice and clean cottage, in a great area in Whitby. Hosts went above and beyond when we needed a Cot delivered to the cottage. Would recommend.

Traditional cottage over several floors in good location for Whitby centre overlooking harbour. Access via steep steps.

Excellent location, value and views. Would stay again.

lovely stay, lovely house, in a great location

Great spot! Helpful staff. THanks!

Nice cosy property with lovely views and good facilities.

Overall a decent location for access to all amenities but do thoroughly check the parking availability. It was really,limited and we had to unload from car park approx 400/500 yards away and take all our belongings along the road before the stair access so not ideal if you are not fit and healthy. We knew we could not park outside the property but even for loading and unloading nearby is a challenge. Would not advise for more than two adults and two small children, the living space is really quite small but cosy if there are less people. Easy to operate boiler and reliable hot water and clean bedding and towels, general cleanliness was not up to scratch on our visit but we could have been unlucky.

Great place, good location - so easy to get into town

Lovely stay at the house and in Whitby. Fabulous situation. House is well equipped.

Parking a little tricky at peak times! Watch the steps in the wet!

Perfect location for exploring Whitby. The town centre is a short 10 minute walk away and the local supermarkets are a five minute drive around the corner. As others have mentioned, parking can be an issue but we didn’t have too many issues. The house was just the right size for us.

Great location for visiting Whitby Lovely views of river Esk Easy walk into town to pubs/ restaurants/ cafes Parking was tricky but we managed to find spaces on the road above the property (The Ropery) but there are public car parks on Church street or by the Abbey Be aware of the steep steps to access the property and narrow stairs inside the house to the 2nd floor (especially if you have young children or mobility issues) We enjoyed sitting outside the front in the evening sun and also a more shady area at the back. The property is quite small to accommodate 6 people but as we had some warm weather we were lucky enough not to have to stay inside too much.

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Had a lovely time in Whitby! 2 night stay with family! Location is great, handy for everything! Thank you!

This is a great place, within easy walking distance of the town. The property is cozy and well equipped with everything we needed.

The house was in a good place near the beach, pubs, walks and restaurants.

Great cottage and location.

Good central location, the cottage is clean and tidy and more suitable for four people, with two out of three quite small bedrooms.

The place is indeed very cosy, and has all the amenities we could need. The views from the living room, and front bedrooms overlook the River Esk, which is lovely, and there is a bench outside the front of the property for doing the same. The centre of Whitby is just a 10 minute walk away, or there are bus stops right outside the property. Some things to note are that access to the property is via a large set of steps, or a narrow back alley, which we found difficult to negotiate with our pram. It was also often difficult to get a parking spot on the street below, though it is also possible to park on the street above, which is slightly further away.

Very unfortunate for us that a major tree surgery operation was underway Next door which spoiled our time at the property as the noise was incredible. Offered small discount if we book again but wouldn’t and couldn’t afford take the risk incase it happened again.