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Explorers Retreat

Whitby, Yorkshire
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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Quaint village property in a seaside location
  • Rooms are light, airy, and adorned with cheerful features
  • All of Whitby’s attractions and beach are within 0.5 miles

Property code: OC-W506

This wonderful semi-detached cottage is nestled in a quite square in the heart of the historic fishing village of Whitby. Walk into the spacious well-equipped kitchen diner, enjoy a meal in the dining area enhanced by a remarkable mural dedicated to the local legend, Captain Cook.  The dining area leads through to the fourth bedroom/games room and also a modern ground floor shower room. Through to the lounge, with comfy seating and double aspect windows. The stairs lead up to three good sized bedrooms and a beautiful modern bathroom with a rainfall head shower over the bath. The property is situated only minutes from all the attractions Whitby has to offer. Discover its high-quality shops and eateries, picturesque harbour, sandy beach, imposing abbey and other attractions including the Captain Cook Memorial Museum and Whitby Whale Watching boat tours. The North York Moors National Park are easily reachable from here, a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts from its walking and cycling paths to its scenery and fascinating villages.

GROUND FLOOR

Dining kitchen: Modern shaker style kitchen units, built in electric oven, ceramic hob and hood, dishwasher, integrated fridge freezer, microwave, Krups Dolce Gusto coffee maker. Table for eight plus chairs, sideboard, large mural of Whitby and Captain Cook and Abbey.

Lounge: Two three-seater sofas, swivel relaxing chair with footstool, coffee table, smart TV on stand, two side tables with lamps, large feature clock.

Ground Floor Bedroom: Queen size (4' wide) double bed, bedside cabinets with lamps, mirrored wardrobe, Smart TV.

Shower Room: Separate shower cubicle with rainfall shower, wash hand basin set in vanity unit with mirrored cabinet above, WC.

Stairs to first floor

Bedroom one: Kingsize bed, bedside cabinet with lamp X 2, wardrobe, dressing table with drawers, mirror on top, club chair.
Bedroom two: 
Double bed, bedside cabinet with lamp, wardrobe with mirror doors, chest of drawers.
Bedroom three: 
Twin beds, bedside cabinet with lamp, chest of drawers, cupboard with clothes hanging space.

Bathroom: Modern shower bath with thermostat shower over with rain water head, WC, wash hand basin, feature tiled walls, tiled floor, heated towel radiator.

Outside: Courtyard area for sitting out.
Pets: Sorry no pets
Parking: Parking for two cars. Please note there are no electric car charging facilities at the property. Cars must not be charged from the property . Electric car charging points can be found at the Lidl and Aldi Stores and at St Hilda's Business Park.
Heating: The cottage is heated throughout with gas central heating.
Short Breaks: Accepted.
Notes:  Towels are provided. No smoking at this property. Unlimited WiFi available free of charge. Mobile phone signal variable.
Shop: 0.2 miles  Pub: 0.2 miles

  • 4 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 2 double, 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC
  • Electric oven and hob, integrated fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, coffee machine, airfryer.
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available
  • Smart TV
  • Mobile phone signal is variable
  • Off-street parking for 2 cars. Please note there are no electric car charging facilities at the property. Cars must not be charged from the property . Electric car charging points can be found at the Lidl and Aldi Stores and at St Hilda's Business Park.
  • Shop, pub and beach 300 metres
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

James Ward

This property is personally managed by James.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 15 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sheila 6th May 2025

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This is a well maintained & situated cottage with the added luxury of off road parking for 2cars. The owners have made the cottage a home from home with a well equipped kitchen. My family & I had a wonderful time at the property.

Reviewed by Mary 2nd November 2024

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Great place to stay, good job we didn't have any bigger cars , parking bit tight but accept that just what there is, cottage is beautifully decorated and lovely and clean,

Reviewed by Steven 28th September 2024

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Really nice place, we throughly enjoyed Explorers Retreat

Reviewed by Gwen 22nd September 2024

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A very well appointed home from home and close to all amenities. Great place for a holiday that was enjoyed by 3 generations.

Reviewed by Georgina 17th August 2024

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We really enjoyed our stay we found the property had everything we needed spacious very clean. Thank you

Reviewed by Owen 10th August 2024

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Our stay at Explorers Retreat was really lovely, the property was clean, spacious and perfectly situated. The bench outside was a really nice place to sit and chill in the early mornings and evenings and the location was just perfect for being so near to Whitby beach and also to the playground in the park which our kids loved. So few holiday properRead moreties have freezers too but this one did which was a welcome surprise! Thank you for a lovely stay, it was a home from home for a week! Hide

Reviewed by Karen 30th April 2024

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Reviewed by Catherine 20th April 2024

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What a great place in perfect location to explore Whitby and the coastal area. Well equipped and great for large family break.

Reviewed by Previous guest 15th September 2023

Our 8th visit to this lovely cottage. Looking forward to the next time we visit. We love it.

Reviewed by Previous guest 12th September 2023

Another lovely stay in this beautiful cottage. Looking forward to next time. Thank you.

Reviewed by Previous guest 3rd September 2023

Home from home. Absolutely brilliant. Slept wonderful, comfy beds.

Reviewed by Previous guest 1st September 2023

A wonderful stay in your lovely cottage. Everything you need for a wonderful holiday.

Reviewed by Previous guest 11th August 2023

Lovely cottage, brilliant location. Had a fab wee, looking forward to returning.

Reviewed by Previous guest 4th August 2023

As always the cottage was wonderful. We've had a super holiday thank you. We are all looking forward to visiting again.

Reviewed by Gary 5th June 2023

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I could not fault Explorers Retreat, it was perfect. We had 4 children in our party so having everything we need within walking distance was fantastic. There is parking for 2 cars, but with so much to do locally we never moved them during our stay. Made a few enquiries with the owners and they were very friendly and helpful. The complimentary gift Read morewas very nice touch. Hide

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