Swallows Nest | Whitby | Abbey Ho | North York Moors And Coast

4.4★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

48 Customer Review(s)

David
November 2024

“Swallows nest is a lovely cosy cottage in a great location.”

The wood burning stove was a bonus, although there was no fuel starter pack as stated, the basket was empty. On reading reviews, other guests were impressed with the welcome pack, we didn’t receive one, although there was a small carton of milk in the fridge. We were informed about the problem with the upstairs bathroom and coped with that o k. However we did enjoy our stay and had a lovely weekend.

The wood burning stove was a bonus, although there was no fuel starter pack as stated, the basket was empty. On reading reviews, other guests were impressed with the welcome pack, we didn’t receive one, although there was a small carton of milk in the fridge. We were informed about the problem with the upstairs bathroom and coped with that o k. However we did enjoy our stay and had a lovely weekend.

- David, November 2024

Thanks very much for your feedback David & we're pleased you enjoyed your stay, but apologies if there was an oversight & the welcome pack wasn't left for you. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Marilyn November 2024

“The upstairs shower / bath didn’t work which I was informed of but it was to ...”

The upstairs shower / bath didn’t work which I was informed of but it was to late to find alternative with the downstairs bedroom and we were not given reimbursement for this Saying that we managed it was slightly inconvenient but you cope Would go to swallow cottage again but only if both bathrooms were fully functional

- Marilyn, November 2024

Thanks very much for your feedback Marilyn & although the repair is arranged, apologies we were unable to have it completed prior to your stay. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Barry October 2024

“The cottage was clean comfortable and in a great place, very very close to the shops, chip shops and pubs all dog friendly will definitely recommend to family and friends.”

- Barry, October 2024

Thanks very much for your feedback Barry and we're really pleased you enjoyed your stay. Tess & Russell Property Owner
David October 2024

“I will be sending a separate email with images as we were very unhappy with the accommodation.”

- David, October 2024

Sorry to hear your experience was not as great as most David. Thanks, Tess & Russell Property Owner
Lucy September 2024

“Lovely hoilday cottage in a great loctaion , car park across road, has everything you need for your stay and more and great that you are dog friendly, loved the board games , we like a board game night.”

We already planning to book again for a week next year

- Lucy, September 2024

Thanks very much for your feedback Lucy & we're really pleased you enjoyed your stay. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Christine August 2024

“We loved the house.”

It’s in a fabulous location, handy for just about everything. It is clean and has just about anything you could need. The only beef we had was that the seating could have been more comfortable.

- Christine, August 2024

Thanks very much for your feedback Christine and we're really pleased you enjoyed your stay. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Mandie August 2024

“Swallows Nest is in the perfect location.”

It is a lovely, well-equipped and comfortable cottage. The downstairs bedroom is perfect for those who struggle with stairs. Having a sofa downstairs within the kitchen/dining area was a bonus. The first floor lounge is perfect for looking at the views. Although there isn’t a designated car parking space, there are plenty of car parks within an easy- walking distance. We would highly recommend Swallows Nest.

- Mandie, August 2024

Thanks very much for your review Mandie and we're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Swallows Nest. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Margaret July 2024

“Our second stay here and already booked our third.”

This cottage is beautiful, the welcome pack was gratefully received . A ideal position in the centre of Whitby with views of the harbour. We would definitely recommend a stay here. Mags and Dave.

- Margaret, July 2024

Thanks very much for your review Mags & Dave & we're thrilled that you love it as much as we do! Tess & Russell Property Owner
Joolz June 2024

“What a gorgeous , cosy place!”

We loved our stay here. Beautifully clean, comfy beds and even though the cottage was cosy there was plenty of room for the whole family ( five adults) . Thank you so much for accommodating our extra doggies too .. they loved watching the world go by from the big window overlooking the harbour! Ideally situated for all that Whitby has to offer and car parking was no problem as after 5pm we found two free spaces on the roadside further down Church street and simply pulled into the car park opposite to load up to leave! The log fire was an absolute bonus to come back to after the chilly evening beach walk ( in June! .. British weather! ) We will definitely return! One little thing that would improve the comfort would be better blinds in the top bedroom and one for the velux up there as it got light at 4 am but other than that we could not fault our stay at all. Thank you very much !

- Joolz, June 2024

Thanks very much for your feedback Joolz & we're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Julie May 2024

“We had a wonderful break at Swallows Nest.”

Perfect central location for exploring Whitby. Downstairs bedroom was great for my elderly parents as one of them is disabled. Great for 6 adults

- Julie, May 2024

Thanks very much for your feedback Julie & we're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Swallows Nest. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Pamela May 2024

“Everything we needed had a super few days couldnt fault it will definitely book again”

- Pamela, May 2024

Thanks very much for your feedback Pamela & we're really pleased you enjoyed your stay. Tess & Russell Property Owner
John April 2024

“Lovely break .”

Close to everything. Basket with wine ,crisps and cake on arrival was lovely. We have left a ring in the kitchen sink area if that could be sent to us if possible. Thanks.

- John, April 2024

Thanks for your feedback John and we're really pleased you enjoyed your stay. The cleaners did find it and we'll arrange to get it back to you. Tess & Russell. Property Owner
Lisa April 2024

“Lovely location.”

Some areas of maintenance required around a few areas - peeling paint in dining areas, previous water damage in a few areas on ceilings and bath upstairs has rusty looking marks. That being said we really liked the property and would go back these points would just do the property a bit more justice. The cottage had everything we needed and was cozy. All the little extras were very welcome - didn’t expect to have a bottle of wine, snacks and milk in the fridge! , lots of condiments in the cupboard and a good stock of essentials such as paper towels, washing liquids, extra hand soap etc so no need to bring too much. Really felt like a home from home.

- Lisa, April 2024

Thanks very much for your feedback Lisa and we're really pleased you enjoyed your stay. Tess & Russell. Property Owner
Andrea April 2024

“Perfect location with lovely views beyond the carpark.”

We were very luck to find free on street parking just beyond the Middle Earth pub which was perfect. The cottage is lovely and comfortable a couple of suggestions to make it perfect perhaps the stained bath could be replaced as it was quite alarming to look at and a mop would be great, sadly the weather wasn't on our side and we absolutely drenched the kitchen floor after we got absolutely soaked, apologies if there is one but I couldn't find it anywhere just the mop bucket. We had a great stay The Vault restaurant at The Resolution and the Costa Nostra were both amazing and the food was fabulous.

- Andrea, April 2024

Thanks very much for your feedback Andrea and we're really pleased you enjoyed your stay and the mop has now been replaced. Tess & Russell. Property Owner
Susannah December 2023

“What a beautiful cottage.”

It was so lovely to walk into, the heating was on so it was really cosy, the welcome pack was absolutely wonderful and it was spotlessly clean (including all the furniture). It wasn’t at all damp and it really did look exactly like the photographs. The beds and bed linens where really comfortable and of a high standard as were all of the items in the cottage. We really appreciated the Christmas decorations too! I would not hesitate in coming back to Swallows Nest, the house is so lovely and has the wow factor! Parking only issue but you can get a weekly pass for £8 a day from the Co op (only over the Bridge) which is a bit cheaper and you wouldn’t have the faff of renewing the meter.

- Susannah, December 2023

Thanks so much for your feedback Susannah & we're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Swallows Nest. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Margaret December 2023

“Fabulous cottage we will be back.”

Loved the welcome pack many thanks.

- Margaret, December 2023

Thanks very much for your feedback Margaret & we're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Julie November 2023

“To small for 6 damp in places filthy sofa in kitchen.”

Parking terrible couldn't move car once parked.left early wouldn't go back

- Julie, November 2023

Thanks for taking the time to leave a review Julie & sorry to hear you didn't love all the history, character & charm Whitby has to offer. There's parking advice in the welcome folder that may have been useful. We're getting a couple of windows replaced in the new year so it will be back to full cosiness before long. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Charlotte November 2023

“Loved the property.”

Great location, completely suitable for our family of 5 plenty of space and walkable to everything. Could be boosted with a 4 slice toaster as the 2 slice toaster meant getting breakfast for 5 took a long while! Also lights in the entry way weren’t working. Those were tiny issues though, a really lovely stay in a great residence, would definitely come again!

- Charlotte, November 2023

Thanks very much for your feedback Charlotte & for the suggestion - I'm sure we can get a four slice toaster before you return! Tess & Russell Property Owner
Andrea October 2023

“A lovely place to stay.”

It has everything you need for a great time in the wonderful Whitby. The accommodation is superb our 2nd visit and it won't be our last.

- Andrea, October 2023

Thanks very much for your feedback Andrea. It's a pleasure to have returning guests & we're so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Matthew October 2023

“A lovely place to stay, the location is perfect.”

- Matthew, October 2023

Thanks for your feedback Matthew & we're pleased you enjoyed your stay. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Neil October 2023

“Enjoyed our stay very much”

- Neil, October 2023
Di October 2023

“Lovely house, beautifully renovated to a high standard.”

Great position overlooking harbour. Very comfy beds and so well equipped. Already thinking of booking again next year!

- Di, October 2023

Thanks very much for your feedback Diane & we're so pleased that you enjoyed your stay in Swallows Nest. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Janet September 2023

“We had a wonderful week at Swallows Nest.”

The best cottage we have stayed in, in Whitby by a country mile !!. I left a couple of comments in the book that would improve the cottage even further and although we had a plumbing issue in the ground floor bathroom it was rectified during our stay. We will certainly be staying again in the future. Thank you

- Janet, September 2023

Thanks very much for your feedback Janet & we're so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Deborah September 2023

“Location was great, space on the car park was like gold dust, it was also £9 a day to park.”

Kitchen is cramped and the table and chairs need sorting as the layout just doesn’t fit! The lounge is lovely but the suite is uncomfortable and low. Cobwebs in all bedrooms and stains on the bath were off putting. This was a girlie short break so it sufficed, it wasn’t that bad that I wouldn’t stay there again but it wouldn’t be at top of my list

- Deborah, September 2023

Thanks for taking the time to leave a review Deborah. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Chris September 2023

“A well appointed property with all the facilities needed for a relaxing holiday.”

Shame there is no outside space to sit. Perfect location for visiting Whitby itself A nice welcoming pack awaited us and was used after a long journey Thank you

- Chris, September 2023

Thanks for your feedback Chris & we're pleased you enjoyed your stay. Tess & Russell. Property Owner
Michael August 2023

“The property is lovely, stylish and cosy too.”

Was clean and tidy on arrival and we enjoyed our stay very much. Great location, close to the pubs, restaurants and the town centre.

- Michael, August 2023

Thanks very much for your feedback Michael & we're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Allan July 2023

“We absolutely loved the place!”

The standard and attention to detail was beyond exceptional. Good quality cutlery, crockery and in particular glassware. Would not hesitate to recommend or return. My background is hotel kitchen management, so if I could offer a few pointers, (from a Chef's point of view) which I hope you find useful. The kitchen tools would be great if they were near the cooker, say on a rack above the cooker, rather than in the dining room sideboard and some hooks at the sides of the cooker for oven gloves and drying cloths. Being on the oven door handles they tended to get in the way when opening and closing the oven / grill doors. The quality of the pans is great but they're a tad on the small side when cooking for six people. Finally, some wall hooks in the en-suite would be useful to hang towels once used. Thank you so much for a great week.

- Allan, July 2023

Thanks very much for your review Allan, we're really pleased you enjoyed your stay & thanks for the suggestions. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Anna July 2023

“Beautiful cottage in the perfect location, right next to Whitby’s harbour, with the abbey steps, the swing bridge over the harbour, great restaurants and wonderfully quirky shops all only a stone’s throw away.”

The cottage itself has been beautifully decorated and has stunning views out across the harbour from the dining area, the sitting room and the top bedroom. All our needs were catered for; the books, board games and generous welcome pack all being particularly nice touches. We’ll definitely be coming back and would recommend Swallows’ Nest to our friends and family! Thanks for a great stay.

- Anna, July 2023

Thanks very much for your feedback Anna and we're really pleased you enjoyed your stay. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Jenny July 2023

“Lovely cottage, tricky parking, noisy street.”

We had a great 4 days in early July The cottage was as described and clean, although a little more attention to the cobwebs and the smell from the kitchen sink drain would be good. The central location is great, walking distance to all that Whitby has to offer (including the best fresh fish shop - Sandwell fisheries) but the downsides of the central location are: Parking/ unloading was a problem as the cottage is on the zigzags of a zebra crossing surrounded by double yellow lines. Thankfully the traffic warden who spoke to us was about education rather than penalties! It was then nigh on impossible to find parking for one, never mind 2 cars in the free area and the car park opposite was also full all the time. (And £9 per 24 hours - 2 cars = £££) A parking permit for the reserved area would be a great addition to this cottage! And it’s a noisy street with traffic flowing all night and happy holiday makers strolling home at all hours. The two back bedrooms are lovely and quiet, but the top floor room at the front was really noisy. If you’re used to night noise this won’t be a problem, we struggled. The cottage is well equipped and a great base, (no hairdryer, which is unusual these days

- Jenny, July 2023

Thanks for the feedback Jenny & we're pleased you enjoyed your stay, but sorry to hear it was a bit noisy as it's normally quieter on our side of the harbour. Unfortunately parking in Whitby in the summer can be tricky & unfortunately its not currently possible to get a space in the reserved area, but there are loading bays opposite the Endeavour pub & parking advice in the information folder. We take your comments on board & we bought a hairdryer which we'll drop off next week. Tess & Russell. Property Owner
Mandy May 2023

“This was a great home from home for a few days.”

Central to all we needed for the duration of our stay. A gorgeous, cosy and very clean place to stay for us and our 2 dogs with everything we needed for comfort. It’s already been recommended highly!

- Mandy, May 2023

Thanks very much for your feedback Mandy and we're really pleased you enjoyed your stay. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Mandy April 2023

“The property was exactly as it was specified in Sykes listing, unfortunately this isn’t always the case.”

Swallows Nest was clean, cosy, well equipped and very comfortable, we will definitely use this property again.

- Mandy, April 2023

Thanks very much for your feedback Mandy & we're so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Jane April 2023

“Swallows Nest is a lovely cottage which has been well thought out to use all the space.”

We enjoyed our stay and would recommend the cottage to friends. It was a lovely touch to include the wine, cake and milk on arrival - thank you x Only one thing to say that would have been a help would be somewhere to hang wet towels - especially in the downstairs ensuite, but other than that all was perfect.

- Jane, April 2023

Thanks very much for your feedback Jane and we're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Angela January 2023

“A lovely cottage in the perfect position to explore Whitby's local attractions, cafes and shops as well as the beach and coastline.”

The living room on the first floor has a lovely view over the harbour and was a cosy place, with the logburner blazing, to spend a winters evening. The kitchen is well equipped with comfortable seating, a large dining table (brilliant for boardgames) and tv and the entrance porch was a useful place to remove sandy shoes and coats. 24hr parking is available in the adjacent carpark at a reasonable fee and the ticket was transferable to other council carparks which was useful. I would definitely recommend this cottage and am looking forward to a return visit.

- Angela, January 2023

Thanks very much for your feedback Angela and we're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Swallows Nest. Tess and Russell Property Owner
Steve January 2023

“Location was perfect everything we needed was nearby.”

cottage overall was very cosy at the time of the year. the welcome pack was just what we needed on our first arrival. we have had no problem in recommending this cottage to our friends, and we will be booking again in the near future. Thank you so much see you soon.

- Steve, January 2023

Thanks very much for your feedback Steve and we're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Gina December 2022

“Great holiday cottage and brilliant location, very comfy beds.”

Lovely friendly run pub just a few steps away called The Endeavour and a very tasty eatery across the road called Humble Pie definitely worth a try. Would have preferred some outdoor space due to taking a dog. Shame there wasn’t a parking permit included and a little surprised there wasn’t any hand soap in either of the bathrooms. All 6 of us are induction hob users but found this particular hob difficult to operate but we managed between us. Apart from those small issues we would definitely go back. Thanks for the fabulous welcome pack, which was a lovely surprise. We would definitely recommend this cottage

- Gina, December 2022

Thanks very much for your review Gina and we're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay. We had just put new hand soap dispensers in & it was a communication error that neither us or the cleaners filled them up, apologies. Happy New Year, thanks, Tess & Russell. Property Owner
Kate October 2022

“We really enjoyed our stay in Swallows Nest a few weeks ago which was to celebrate my elderly fathers birthday who is not too steady on his feet these days.”

One of the reasons we picked this cottage was the ground floor bedroom and shower room which turned out to be a great shout. The main lounge is on the 1st floor and while dad did go up there a few times, he felt it a little awkward coming back down and would have preferred it if there was a hand rail fitted to the wall. The location of the cottage was nothing short of fantastic - a very short level walk and you are in the thick of all the action in town. Again one of the reasons we picked this cottage and we couldn't have been more delighted with dad being able to walk to restaurants/pubs in the evening. There is also great views of the harbour out of the front facing windows which is another fantastic feature in a holiday cottage. The cottage itself was starting to look a little tired in parts with a few niggly snags here and there like the en-suite shower room door not shutting properly and the hair-dye splashes in the bath of the main bathroom which have been mentioned in previous reviews and I note that the owners are looking to do a bit of a refurb this winter so I'm sure what I've mentioned will no longer be an issue in the new year. The kitchen floor could probably also do with a good wash and scrub and not just a vacuum but overall, for what we paid for a weeks holiday in this location, we feel it was extremely good value for money and more than made up for the small issues we may have experienced here and there. The beds were all extremely comfortable in all of the rooms and we all slept really well. The linen was also of good quality and spotlessly clean. We had two dogs stay with us and were grateful for the inner porch and second door into the main living area. What a great idea for the security of dogs and a great place to store boots and hang coats. The car park straight across the road we felt was really good value especially as a 24 hour parking ticket covered you in various other car parks in the region. It was touch and go trying to get a space in the day time but nearly always a space available in the evening (early October). We thoroughly enjoyed our weeks stay and on reflection don't think we could have asked for a better cottage in a better location. Thank you :)

- Kate, October 2022

Thanks for your feedback Kate and we're delighted that you enjoyed your stay and really pleased that it worked well for your father. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Caroline September 2022

“Perfect location.”

Beautiful cottage although is in need of some attention. Bath was stained, didn't look good, toilet seat not properly fixed. Couple of door latches missing. Flaking paint in the dining area, kept getting it on our clothes. Found peanuts under the bedside cupboard and a sticky vape box under the bed. Downstairs bed room was musty, not pleasant. Dog hairs under the sofa and in the corners of kitchen and living room. We did hoover during our stay and before leaving, other people's pet hair is not nice.

- Caroline, September 2022

Thanks for your feedback Caroline. We have taken on new cleaners in response to guest feedback and we are making improvements, starting with the kitchen before the end of the year. Tess and Russell Property Owner
Yasmin September 2022

“Swallow’s Nest is in a fantastic location, right in the centre of Whitby.”

Luckily I didn’t have to pay for parking the whole time I was there, as I found spaces on The Ropery. Swallow’s Nest itself looks like it could do with a bit of an overhaul. There is a downstairs bedroom which is extremely cramped and smelled musty and mouldy. The whole place could do with a deep clean, dust and hairs all over the wooden staircase. The bath looks awful and is covered in brown splatters.. I thought it was poo at first. Goodness knows what it is, but the bath needs replacing asap. Also, mould in bathroom grouting and on the wooden over bath tray, which needs chucking. This property is not luxury, it is average.

- Yasmin, September 2022

Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback Yasmin. We have had a few comments about the cleanliness and as we are keen to ensure our guests have the best possible experience, we have now decided to change to a new cleaner and we are looking forward to improvements. Unfortunately, someone has stained the bath with hair dye, nothing more sinister than that! It is our plan to replace the bath in due course, but we are re-doing the kitchen first. We also have booked in to have the en-suite doors re-fitted to reduce steam from the shower getting in the downstairs bedroom but have put in a dehumidifier in the meantime. Tess & Russell. Property Owner
Douglas June 2022

“Car parking in Whitby is a nightmare, I would recommend buying a private parking space across the road or warn customers not to bring a car at all.”

- Douglas, June 2022

Thanks for the feedback Douglas. The benefit of Swallows Nest's central location does mean parking is a little more limited. If the pay and display car park opposite is full it is worth dropping luggage off before going to another car park. There is also further parking advice included in the information pack (the private car park allocation is full and even the waiting list is closed!)Tess & Russell. Property Owner
Carol May 2022

“Although the property is situated in a ,prime location the cottage itself leaves a lot to be desired.”

For instance the stairs are very steep and could do with a handrail on both flights especially the top one. You need to stipulate it is not suitable for the older generation. In fact it is dangerous! The sitting room is on the first floor and because of the stairs we found ourselves sitting on the hard dining chairs so we didn’t have to go upstairs. The tv down there doesn’t work either. We found a dog toy under the sofa and a ball under the bed. We had to get one of our dogs balls out from under the drawers and pulled a pile of dog hair out with it. There was a big thick black cobweb on the brickwork at the side of the sofa. I think they need some responsible cleaners who actually do the job. The one plus it had was the single beds on the top floor were very comfortable. We didn’t use any of the cooking or washing facilities so I can’t say anything about them. We all used the shower on the ground floor so we didn’t have to climb into the bath as there are no grab rails to help. All in all we were very disappointed with the accommodation but loved Whitby itself. We also could not get into the “ yard” with the recycling bin because none of us are strongman!

- Carol, May 2022

Thanks for your review Carol and we're sorry to hear that you did not love our cottage. Whitby cottages are often characterful and in comparison to others, many guests have appreciated our ease of access with no cobbles or steps to negotiate, a ground floor bedroom and sofa in the ground floor kitchen diner. Netflix, Amazon Prime and TV players are all set up on the downstairs TV; due to damage to a local transmitter terrestrial TV is currently only available upstairs through the FreeSat that we installed. We will pass on your feedback to our cleaners to address going forward. Tess & Russell. Property Owner
Mark April 2022

“Beautiful cottage.”

Perfect location. Excellent facilities.

- Mark, April 2022

Thanks very much for your review Mark, we're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Tess & Russell Property Owner
jane March 2022

“A long-anticipated break did not disappoint!”

! A beautiful cottage with stunning harbour views, we thoroughly enjoyed the very central, albeit peaceful, location - and were able to make the most of this, our first Whitby experience. We look forward to returning to Swallows Nest - and have already made our recommendations to family and friends.

- jane, March 2022

Thanks very much for your review Jane & we're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Mike March 2022

“Superb location, very well appointed including log fire with logs provided.”

Welcome hamper lovely but maybe consider a small pint of milk in the fridge for tea and coffee. 1 small matter was that lights didn’t work in the en suite, or maybe we didn’t find the switch

- Mike, March 2022

Thanks very much for your review Mike. The cleaners didn't mention the lights from the changeover so we'll get them checked. Thanks, Tess & Russell Property Owner
Kristy March 2022

“The property is in a fantastic location overlooking the harbour, with everything you need on your doorstep.”

The decor is lovely and gives the property a homely feel. The kitchen is well equipped but some of the cupboards could do with fixing as it ruins the look. The beds are very comfortable and the bedrooms are lovely, however the ground floor bedroom could benefit from a small bedside cabinet/table. The shower head in the main bathroom needs replacing as water spray's everywhere when showering. There is currently no terrestrial TV channels available at the property, but you can access Netflix and prime if you have your own account. There is a small car park opposite the property which allows you to park for 24 hour periods which can be extended using the app and there is free on street parking up on the hill behind the property if your lucky enough to get a space. All in all this property is a lovely cosy cottage and is value for money. It has great views of the harbour and has all the amenities on your doorstep. We would definitely stay again and I would recommend it to friends and family. Thank you for the fabulous welcome hamper, it was a lovely touch and much appreciated.

- Kristy, March 2022

Thanks very much for your review Kirsty and we're so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Netflix & Amazon Prime are both available & included at Swallows Nest & terrestrial TV is available through the FreeSat, instructions for each are detailed in the information pack. We installed the wall mounted shelves either side of the bed downstairs to make best use of the space but take on board the suggestion of a cabinet also & thanks for the idea to change the shower head over the bath for a more focused one. Thanks for your recommendation to your friends & family & we look forward to welcoming you again. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Sue February 2022

“We had a lovely few days at Swallows Nest.”

Location was brilliant. Cottage was beautiful and very cozy especially with the fire burning. Welcome pack and wine was very much appreciated. Trying to park was a bit awkward even though we were opposite the car park. Will definitely return tho. Had an amazing time.

- Sue, February 2022

Thanks so much for the feedback and we're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Carl February 2022

“Really loved this place we have stayed at alot of places at whitby”

- Carl, February 2022

Thank you for your feedback, we are glad to hear you had a nice time. Tess & Russell. Property Owner
Barry December 2021

“Toilet brush would have been helpful Instructions on how to operate the shower to run the bath, we did work it out but found the tap very stiff.”

Excellent location, lovely furnished cottage.

- Barry, December 2021

Thanks very much for your feedback Barry, when we're back in the New Year we'll update the information pack. Tess & Russell Property Owner
Chris November 2021

“A truly fantastic cottage with loads of charm and character.”

We where made to feel very welcome on arrival. The building is full of charm and is finished to a very high standard of both traditional and modern in design, which helps you to relax and unwind. Being December when we visited it was a nice touch to have been seasonally decorated, even with a couple of Christmas trees made it feel even more special. The fab view from the lounge and top bedroom of Whitbys harbour is right outside. Location is fantastic and feels very central and a very short walk from the Abbey. Car parking is £9 a day across road (free in December) but we managed to park on road behind. Truly enjoyed our stay and Wished we had booked longer. We all definitely said we would consider a return visit. Note: Take care on lower staircase when wearing socks as can be quiet slippy (wife slipped on last step).

- Chris, November 2021

Thanks for taking the time to complete a review Chris, we are really pleased that you enjoyed your stay and hope your wife is ok. Tess & Russell Property Owner

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Summary

Over three floors
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x second-floor twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Kitchen/diner
First-floor sitting room with woodburning stove
Gas central heating with woodburning stove
Range cooker with induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TVs with DVD players, Freesat, Netflix and Amazon Prime, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels included
Please bring own beach towels
Close to public car park and on street parking
Two well-behaved pets welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.1 miles, beach 0.8 miles

The property

Nestled in the heart of Whitby, North Yorkshire is this superb three-bedroom, Grade II listed cottage, Swallow’s Nest.

Enjoying a location within the scenic North York Moors National Park with easy access to a selection of beautiful beaches and an interior boasting beautiful original features blended with contemporary additions, Swallow’s Nest is a fabulous dwelling for a group or family of six looking to explore the North Yorkshire coast.

Located on historic Church Street, the cottage has great accessibility with no steps or cobbles to negotiate which makes it a great place for those with less mobility.

Step into the glass and oak designer porch, where you can discard any coats and shoes after your journey.

Be welcomed into the inviting kitchen/diner, where you can look forward to preparing tasty dishes for your guests with the help of the range cooker with induction hob, fridge/freezer and microwave, all set among contemporary high-gloss cabinets.

Gather around the dining table for six to tuck-in to a delicious meal, as the wine is poured, and plans are made for the days ahead.

Completing the ground-floor is a beautifully presented double bedroom with its own en-suite shower room, ideal for those with limited mobility.

Climb the striking, oak floating staircase to the first-floor, home to the sitting room with a bay window offering fantastic harbour views, where you can look forward to relaxing on the generous corner sofa in front of your favourite film on the TV as the woodburning stove crackles nearby.

When sleep calls, you will find a second well-presented double bedroom with high-vaulted ceiling, served by a contemporary bathroom with bath for those indulgent evening soaks, as well as a splendid twin bedroom on the second floor with exposed beams and a dormer window with harbour views.

Take advantage of your central location, with the magnificent sights of historic Whitby right on your doorstep!

Make your way to the imposing Whitby Abbey, said to be the inspiration behind Bram Stokers famous vampire, Dracula, here you can explore the ruins which offer exceptional views over the town.

From here you can embark on the Dracula Experience, which leads you around the town to key spots and features animated scenes and live actors.

Budding historians are well-catered for in Whitby, with the local history museum offering a fascinating insight into the town, as well as the Captain Cook Memorial Museum, where you can learn more about the adventurer’s voyages to the South Pacific.

Be sure to check out Whitby’s family-friendly beach, where you can wander the golden sands, treat the little ones to a donkey ride during the summer months or indulge in fresh fish and chips followed by a leisurely stroll to the lighthouse.

For a fun-filled family day trip, why not head to Scarborough?

Here you can enjoy the delights of the grand medieval castle which boasts coastal views and hosts live events, as well as the attractions of the sea life centre, Alpamare waterpark and the Scarborough North Bay Railway.

Further afield is Pickering, home to the North Yorkshire Moors Railway for rides aboard a vintage steam train through the national park, as well as Pickering Castle and Beck Isle Museum.

For an unforgettable coastal getaway, secure your stay at Swallows Nest.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £350.

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WHITBY

Robin Hood's Bay 5.5 miles; Scarborough 19.3 miles; Pickering 23 miles; Guisborough 21.5 miles.

The seaside town and port of Whitby lies at the mouth of the River Esk in the Scarborough district of North Yorkshire. Ideally situated for exploring this beautiful part of Yorkshire, the local area hosts an array of activities so you can be sure to get the best out of both the countryside and the coast. From the nearby North York Moors to its Blue Flag beaches, there's something here for everyone. Amongst its many attractions, Whitby holds a charming atmosphere, home to winding streets and hidden alleys, where you can find a wide selection of eateries and shops scattered amongst them. Take a trip to the picturesque harbour and lighthouse to watch the sun set or get involved in some whale watching or a coastal cruise to watch the creatures up close. Climb the famous 199 steps to the Whitby Abbey to immerse yourself with history, or visit the Captain Cook Memorial Museum presenting historical and ethnographic exhibition about Cook himself. Close to the Robin Hood's Bay, rich in heritage, wonders and scenic spots, and in easy reach of the bustling towns of Scarborough and Middlesbrough, Whitby is a prime location for exploring all of the delights that Yorkshire has to offer.

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“Swallows nest is a lovely cosy cottage in a great location.”

“The upstairs shower / bath didn’t work which I was informed of but it was to ...”

“The cottage was clean comfortable and in a great place, very very close to the shops, chip shops and pubs all dog friendly will definitely recommend to family and friends.”

“I will be sending a separate email with images as we were very unhappy with the accommodation.”

“Lovely hoilday cottage in a great loctaion , car park across road, has everything you need for your stay and more and great that you are dog friendly, loved the board games , we like a board game night.”

“We loved the house.”

“Swallows Nest is in the perfect location.”

“Our second stay here and already booked our third.”

“What a gorgeous , cosy place!”

“We had a wonderful break at Swallows Nest.”

“Everything we needed had a super few days couldnt fault it will definitely book again”

“Lovely break .”

“Lovely location.”

“Perfect location with lovely views beyond the carpark.”

“What a beautiful cottage.”

“Fabulous cottage we will be back.”

“To small for 6 damp in places filthy sofa in kitchen.”

“Loved the property.”

“A lovely place to stay.”

“A lovely place to stay, the location is perfect.”

“Enjoyed our stay very much”

“Lovely house, beautifully renovated to a high standard.”

“We had a wonderful week at Swallows Nest.”

“Location was great, space on the car park was like gold dust, it was also £9 a day to park.”

“A well appointed property with all the facilities needed for a relaxing holiday.”

“The property is lovely, stylish and cosy too.”

“We absolutely loved the place!”

“Beautiful cottage in the perfect location, right next to Whitby’s harbour, with the abbey steps, the swing bridge over the harbour, great restaurants and wonderfully quirky shops all only a stone’s throw away.”

“Lovely cottage, tricky parking, noisy street.”

“This was a great home from home for a few days.”

“The property was exactly as it was specified in Sykes listing, unfortunately this isn’t always the case.”

“Swallows Nest is a lovely cottage which has been well thought out to use all the space.”

“A lovely cottage in the perfect position to explore Whitby's local attractions, cafes and shops as well as the beach and coastline.”

“Location was perfect everything we needed was nearby.”

“Great holiday cottage and brilliant location, very comfy beds.”

“We really enjoyed our stay in Swallows Nest a few weeks ago which was to celebrate my elderly fathers birthday who is not too steady on his feet these days.”

“Perfect location.”

“Swallow’s Nest is in a fantastic location, right in the centre of Whitby.”

“Car parking in Whitby is a nightmare, I would recommend buying a private parking space across the road or warn customers not to bring a car at all.”

“Although the property is situated in a ,prime location the cottage itself leaves a lot to be desired.”

“Beautiful cottage.”

“A long-anticipated break did not disappoint!”

“Superb location, very well appointed including log fire with logs provided.”

“The property is in a fantastic location overlooking the harbour, with everything you need on your doorstep.”

“We had a lovely few days at Swallows Nest.”

“Really loved this place we have stayed at alot of places at whitby”

“Toilet brush would have been helpful Instructions on how to operate the shower to run the bath, we did work it out but found the tap very stiff.”

“A truly fantastic cottage with loads of charm and character.”

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WHITBY