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Isla House
Whitby, North York Moors & Coast, North York Moors & Coast
Property details
8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets: No
Changeover day: -1
Features
Close to pub
Garden
Open fire
Hasfishing
Family
Countryside
Broadband / WiFi
Seaview
Beach
Near walks
Near cycling
Nearriver
Neargolf
Enclosedgarden
Childfriendly
Nationaltrust
Children
Coastal
Cotavailable
Dishwasher
Extra Bathrooms
Ground Floor Bed
Highchairavailable
Noanimals
Nearrailway
Smoke Free
Washing Machine
Nearpub Shop
Ingroup
Short breaks allowed
Last minute break allowed
Greatview
Close to shop
Summary
The property received positive feedback for its beautiful decor, comfortable atmosphere, and thoughtful welcome packages. Guests appreciated its proximity to the town and easy access to local amenities. Some noted steps could pose challenges for those with mobility issues. Overall, a highly recommended stay.
The property
Located in the seaside town of Whitby, Isla House is an impressive three-storey holiday home with plenty of charm. Constructed c1860, this period Victorian end terrace home features stylish interiors throughout and a large garden with outdoor seating. Your stay will certainly be one to remember. Sleeping up to eight guests across four double bedrooms, Isla House is the perfect match for family holidays and getaways with friends. Just a brisk walk from Whitby town centre, and a further stroll to the beach, you can enjoy all that Whitby has to offer. Alternatively, take a walk to local villages via the cinder or river track, or maybe a drive, train, or bus into the moorland villages of the spectacular North York Moors National Park. The steam train runs past the bottom of the road and boarding is a short walk away at Whitby train station. Parking for the property is available free on the street, on a first come, first serve basis. The Space. Upon entering the property, through the back of the house, you'll be welcomed into the bright and spacious kitchen diner, Featuring a large dining table, a leather bench and five dining chairs, there is ample seating for your whole party to enjoy dining together. Fully equipped, the kitchen has modern appliances and cookware. Towards the rear of the space, you'll find the snug area which includes a wonderful clash of prints to create a quirky look, featuring a woodburning stove, this is the perfect family space to relax. Isla House has a second living room which features a large bay window seat, woodburning stove, and sofa. It is the perfect place to sit in the sunshine overlooking the garden, taking in the sites or reading a book. The property boasts four double bedrooms. The lower-ground-floor room has an en-suite shower and bathroom with patio doors opening out onto the garden patio area. The second, master bedroom can be found on the first floor, and a further two bedrooms can be found on the second (top) floor. Each bedroom is spacious and benefits from premium bed linens and plush bedding and towels. The family bathroom on the first floor has a large copper freestanding bathtub, double walk-in shower, and statement wall mural, WC, and basin. Outside there is a large south-facing garden with patios, grass, and outdoor furniture. A real added bonus in Whitby, this space is ideal for enjoying morning coffee or alfresco meals. Guests have exclusive access to the full property. Please note, the property is split over three floors, so you will need to climb steps/stairs during your stay. The Neighbourhood. Isla House is located on the peaceful, iconic Esk Terrace near the harbour and marina away from the hustle and bustle of Whitby's old town where you'll find many restaurants, shops, and pubs just a short stroll away. The house is located on the West side of Whitby. You'll be able to revel in the nostalgic seaside charm, head to the arcades or explore the beautiful blue flag West Cliff Beach which is lined with idyllic beach huts, a surf shack, and when the tide allows, a beautiful walk to the cute village of Sandsend with its lovely cafe's and a great pub. Venture over the iconic swing bridge to the East side of the town and you'll find the ancient narrow streets dotted with boutique shops, bars, pubs, restaurants and the famous 199 steps to the Church of Saint Mary and Whitby Abbey - the inspiration for Bram Stoker's gothic novel 'Dracula'. Getting Around. Whitby train station is a short walk away, so villages and towns along the North Yorkshire coast can easily be reached via rail. There is also a taxi rank in close proximity to the train station. There are plenty of bus routes throughout Whitby. Hop on the X4 and you can visit beautiful coastal villages like Sandsend, Runswick Bay and Staithes. The X93 travels along the coast to Scarborough. The 95 route features plenty of quaint moorland villages such as Grosmont and Lealholm.
Isla House is a terraced holiday home set over four floors resting in the lovely seaside town of Whitby in North Yorkshire with toasty woodburning stoves. Robin Hood's Bay 5.5 miles; Scarborough 19.6 miles; Pickering 20.6 miles; Guisborough 21.5 miles.
Over four floors. Four bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite with walk-in shower and basin and WC, 1 x second-floor double, 2 x third-floor double. Bathroom with freestanding copper bath, walk-in shower, basin, WC. Sitting room with Woodburning stove. Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with Woodburning stove
Central heating. Fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher. Wifi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Enclosed front garden with lawn, patio and furniture. Ample free on street parking. Sorry, no pets & no smoking. Shop and pub 0.2 miles, beach 1.2 miles. Note: There is a 3-night minimum for all bookings.
Isla House is a terraced holiday home set over four floors resting in the lovely seaside town of Whitby in North Yorkshire with toasty woodburning stoves. Robin Hood's Bay 5.5 miles; Scarborough 19.6 miles; Pickering 20.6 miles; Guisborough 21.5 miles.
Over four floors. Four bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite with walk-in shower and basin and WC, 1 x second-floor double, 2 x third-floor double. Bathroom with freestanding copper bath, walk-in shower, basin, WC. Sitting room with Woodburning stove. Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with Woodburning stove
Central heating. Fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher. Wifi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Enclosed front garden with lawn, patio and furniture. Ample free on street parking. Sorry, no pets & no smoking. Shop and pub 0.2 miles, beach 1.2 miles. Note: There is a 3-night minimum for all bookings.
Practical information
Distance to river (miles): 0.7 miles
Central heating: Throughout
Distance to beach (miles): 1.2 miles
Has great view(s)?: Yes
Check-out: 10:00
Shop: 0.2 miles
Pub: 0.2 miles
Distance to restaurant (miles): 0.3 miles
Working railway: Yes
Children - accepted: Yes
Heating: Gas
Views: Sea, City/Town
Floors: 4
Distance to coast (miles): 1.2 miles
Check-in: 16:00
Distance to supermarket (miles): 0.2 miles
Number of highchairs: 1
Distance to lake (miles): 2.9 miles
Location: Centre
Parking spaces: 4
Parking: Yes
Cot: Yes
Garden: Yes
Garden privacy: Private
Garden style: Lawn, Patio