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Seashell Cottage

Whitby, Yorkshire
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Quaint seaside cottage located on a quiet lane in the heart of Whitby’s historic old town
  • Comfortable, homely decoration throughout with a subtle seaside theme
  • Small front patio, perfect for enjoying a meal or drink in the fresh sea air

Overview
Property code: OC-W985

This delightfully quaint seaside cottage sits in a quiet yard in the heart of the old town of Whitby, close to the harbour and the ancient swing bridge linking the two sides of the town. Turn out of the yard and you are only steps away from shops, cafes and restaurants and only a few minutes from the large and sandy West Beach. Seashell Cottage has a private and enclosed courtyard perfect for a relaxing drink and taking in the sea air. The cottage is decorated throughout in a subtle seaside theme with personal touches to make your stay comfortable and homely. The beds are all beautifully dressed in matching, soft, luxurious and sustainably sourced bed linen and from the master bedroom with its en-suite shower you have a view across the harbour to St Mary’s Church on the Abbey headland. With free on street parking using the permits, this pet friendly cottage is the perfect base for a family or couples wanting a break by the seaside and located close to all the main amenities and attractions.

GROUND FLOOR:
Entrance: Spacious porch ideal for coats, shoes, pushchairs and beach or walking equipment.
Kitchen/Diner: Electric cooker with oven, grill and hob, fridge freezer, washing machine, microwave, dining table and chairs. Archway leading to lounge
Lounge: Leather 2 seater and 3 seater sofas, coal effect gas fire with stone fireplace, TV with Freeview, DVD player and Chromecast enabling streaming from your digital device, occasional tables, standard lamp. Stairs off lounge to

FIRST FLOOR:
Bedroom 1: Snug bedroom with twin beds, bedside table and lamp and built-in wardrobe.
Bathroom: Large bath with handheld shower, washbasin, heated towel rail, storage unit, warm cupboard with drying rails.
Toilet: Toilet and handbasin.

SECOND FLOOR:
Bedroom 2: Double bed, bedside tables and lamps, built-in wardrobe, chest of drawers, step up to shower cubicle.

Pets: One well behaved dog welcome.
Parking: Scratch cards are provided free for zoned, local on-street parking.
Garden/Patio: Pretty and enclosed paved area outside front of the property.
Heating: Gas central heating.
Short breaks: Accepted all year round, booking restrictions apply for peak times.
Notes: No smoking at this property. Towels are provided. If bringing a travel cot it will be a tight fit in the double bedroom. Mobile phone signal is variable. Unlimited WiFi access is available free of charge.
Beach: 0.3 miles
Pub: 50 metres 
Shop: 25 metres

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin
  • 1 bathroom with handheld shower over the bath, and separate WC, plus 1 shower cubicle in the double bedroom
  • Electric cooker with grill and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine
  • Stairgate
  • TV with Freeview, DVD, Chromecast
  • Mobile signal is variable
  • Enclosed patio to the front of the property with a table and chairs
  • Scratchcards are provided free for zoned on-street parking
  • Shop 25 metres
  • Pub 50 metres
  • Beach 500 metres
  • Please note, if bringing a travel cot it will be a tight fit in the double bedroom
  • Short breaks: Accepted all year round, booking restrictions apply for peak times.
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

James Ward

This property is personally managed by James.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 30 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sharon 14th April 2025

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We stayed here as when we arrived our original booked house had been double booked. It turned out absolutely fine as sea shell was perfect. It really was. We loved everything about it. The blue door. The little yard. The seaside themed decor. It had everything we needed in the kitchen. The beds were lovely and comfy. The carpets were hoovered and cRead morelean. I would have loved to rebook in August for a few nights but fully booked now. Maybe next Easter we will try return. Thanks for letting us enjoy your home and escape for a few days. Hide

Reviewed by Rebekah 7th April 2025

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Really lovely cottage in a perfect location for exploring Whitby. We would love to stay here again.

Reviewed by Carolyn 2nd March 2025

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A lovely cottage, tucked just off the road. Comfy and cosy, well equipped and a perfect spot for exploring Whitby. Our second time visiting Seashell Cottage, and Im sure we will be back

Reviewed by Mandy 3rd December 2024

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Reviewed by Gweneth 24th October 2024

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Reviewed by Beccy 17th October 2024

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Beautiful cottage in a perfect location for exploring Whitby. The cottage had everything we needed including a really well equipped kitchen and great sized lounge with comfy sofas for relaxing after a busy day sightseeing. We found the double bed quite uncomfortable, but thats just down to personal preference.

Reviewed by Linda 29th September 2024

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Lovely cottage in a quiet lane. Good location to get around.

Reviewed by Jennifer 11th September 2024

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Reviewed by Claire 1st September 2024

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Good location but some improvements needed.

Reviewed by Glynis 21st July 2024

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The cottage is in a good position, easy to get to the harbour. The only issue was the parking. There is free parking on the streets but trying to find the correct location/zone was difficult. I rang the office and was sent, by email, a map of where the streets were for the correct parking. It maybe a good idea to leave a street map in the cottage.Read more This would have saved us about an hour to sort it out. Hide

Reviewed by Eve 15th July 2024

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We loved seashell cottage really enjoyed our stay very homely, clean and had everything we needed. Brilliant location, popping to the poundshop for bits was very convenient. We will definitely be back.

Reviewed by Deborah 21st June 2024

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Great location and a lovely cottage.

Reviewed by Claire 16th June 2024

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Lovely well positioned property with cosy feel. Well equipped and nicely decorated. Really comfortable beds and such a treat to have a view of the sea!

Reviewed by Kimberly 2nd June 2024

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Having said the above we had an amazing hoilday and the location was great.

Reviewed by Eleanor 28th May 2024

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A lovely cottage tucked just off the center of Whitby, but oh-so-peaceful! Great location to explore and enjoy Whitby and the environs.

Reviewed by Colin 17th May 2024

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Excellent location, directions easy to follow. A few pleasant minutes walk to the sea front. The bedrooms were clean and bright. Downstairs needs updating and a fresh coat of paint, and I feel that we werent getting good value for money.

Reviewed by Jonathan 6th May 2024

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Nice and clean centrally located cottage. Fantastic as a base of operations to explore the area with a good amount of space for four. Requires some modernising of equipment to make it a great holiday stay, as the fridge is unable to chill items making it unsuitable for self catering and if you move through the night the bed makes an almighty creak Read morethat is guaranteed to wake your significant other. Hide

Reviewed by Pam 3rd March 2024

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A lovely, clean, warm, well equipped cottage in a very central location close to all amenities. Comfy beds with good quality linen and nice fluffy towels. Nice outside space for coffee, bbq or glass of wine in warmer months. Would definitely come back.

Reviewed by S 2nd November 2023

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Our cottage was perfect and the service from Ingrid Flute was impeccable.

Reviewed by Lindsay 26th October 2023

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Fantastic location. Great to have a car park so close. Lovely homely cottage. Would definitely recommend.

Reviewed by Dawn 9th October 2023

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We have stayed in this cottage on a number of occasions, at different times of the year. We Always have a wonderful time and find it very central to all the Amenities we need. It's comfortable and clean and we will definitely be back x

Reviewed by Danielle 23rd September 2023

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Reviewed by Carolyn & Mark 19th August 2023

Lovely cottage. Everything we needed. Very comfy beds. Thank you.

Reviewed by Gail 14th August 2023

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It is worthy because it is so lovely , nearer to Poundland, shop like Breads, Vegs, Car Park is behind Poundland , Few Pubs around at Flowergate , Meals etc , Especially Little Garden on Front with Cottage, quite safe for Dog but Dont leave Dogs Unattended because it alley , quite people walking passed Cottage, But Otherwise It is Beautiful CottaRead morege , Will come back to that Cottage again, Thank you. Hide

Reviewed by Sharon 30th July 2023

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Reviewed by Sharon & Stephen 22nd July 2023

We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Seashell Cottage. The most comfortable beds ever. Perfect location and very comfy. Thank you.

Reviewed by Alison 9th July 2023

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Reviewed by Alison, Andy, Sean & Freddie 8th July 2023

Lovely cottage and brilliant location. Well equipped with everything you need. Been to Whitby many times and will definitely be back.

Reviewed by Marina 3rd July 2023

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The cottage stated a welcome pack but there wasn't one, car parking permit was only for 4 days not 7 and the TV was not a smart TV as stated. It was only Freesat so we had to buy DVD's to watch in the evening.

Reviewed by Liz & Kieran 11th June 2023

A return visit to Seashell Cottage. It's still lovely and very well equipped as well as being in a perfect location. Did a fossil trip from Natural Wonders on Grape Lane - highly recommended. A beautiful walk from Sandsend to Kettleness and back along the old railway line and coastal path. Botham's for all your bread and cakes etc. We will return.

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Location

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