Stakesby House Apartment 1 | Whitby | West Cliff | North York Moors And Coast

4.9★

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

53 Customer Review(s)

Lisa
March 2025

“Excellent stay, very clean and tidy, everything we needed.”

Only little issue was shower wasn't very hot. Bedroom could of done with a blackout blind as the sun was early raising and light in the room. But overall great stay.

Only little issue was shower wasn't very hot. Bedroom could of done with a blackout blind as the sun was early raising and light in the room. But overall great stay.

- Lisa, March 2025
Mark November 2024

“Second time in the apartment , great location, clean and cozy , nice wine ...”

Second time in the apartment , great location, clean and cozy , nice wine biscuits and milk on arrival , will be back next year

- Mark, November 2024
John November 2024

“The apartment was wonderful and we have already booked for 2025.”

But we had an issue with the occupants of the apartment above us. For the first fews days we endured late night and very early morning noises from them. Their incessant singing, shouting, and banging about showed a complete disregard for courtesy and social norms. The constant disruption repeatedly shattered our sleep and ruined our enjoyment of what is usually a peaceful and idyllic location. At one point we considered leaving and returning home but luckily mid-week they either left or had their moral compass pointed in the right direction Because of this we can only truly give this stay 3 stars.

- John, November 2024
Stephen October 2024

“Excellent spacious accommodation in good location.”

- Stephen, October 2024
Irene October 2024

“Beautiful spacious apartment, clean and comfortable.”

Well positioned, only 10 minute walk into Whitby but uphill coming back so could be a problem for the less mobile. Lovely garden to rear of property with plenty of seating. Milk biscuits and wine were very much appreciated. Parking can be awkward but plenty of space on the road. Would not hesitate to recommend this property and would stay there again if visiting the area.

- Irene, October 2024
Sheila October 2024

“Lovely apartment, spotlessly clean!”

Really comfortable & had everything we needed. On a busy road but you can’t really hear it from the inside. We tended to keep the blinds & curtains closed most of the time for more privacy as people staying in other apartments can see in. Handy for the town, approx a 20 minute walk, then we used local buses most of the time.

- Sheila, October 2024
Karen September 2024

“Another excellent stay at Stakesby house.”

Spotlessly clean, spacious and comfy. Parking space too. And welcome goodies. Would highly recommend.

- Karen, September 2024
Peter September 2024

“A very comfortable and clean apartment, with high quality furnishings and general finish.”

- Peter, September 2024
Olwen August 2024

“Very pleased with the flat in Whitby.”

Extremely comfortable, parking on site and near to park and ride and shops. The accommodation had a lovely tranquil feel with a spacious garden and seating area at rear of property while also being located conveniently near to a main road with direct access to shops and Whitby town. The best of both worlds Very pleased

- Olwen, August 2024
Geraldine July 2024

“Great accommodation, every thing you need, good location will be back”

- Geraldine, July 2024
Rosalind June 2024

“We had a good week, the was property was nice .”

We only had one car but I do think the listing should be more clearer about parking . It says 3 cars but doesn’t mention thats for other apartments in the building as well . The picture makes it look a lot bigger than it is . The bed is comfortable .

- Rosalind, June 2024
David May 2024

“Absolutely fabulous!”

A really lovely cottage, really comfortably furnished, great shower, comfortable bed and very clean. Had everything you need for a great break and only 10 minutes walk from centre of Whitby. Beautiful garden and very quiet and peaceful setting. Really nice welcome pack and 2 minutes walk form Lidl and local Pub. We have been visiting Whitby for 20 years and never normally go back to the same cottage but can’t wait to book Stakesby House Apartment 1 again. Owners live near by and are very nice and helpful. Would give it 6 starts if I could. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- David, May 2024
Eileen May 2024

“We had a lovely week , the house was lovely and clean .”

We found the Park and ride was good to get to the harbour . Would stay again.

- Eileen, May 2024
Stephen April 2024

“Enjoyed our stay.”

.very clean and comfortable

- Stephen, April 2024
Kathryn March 2024

“A lovely property with parking which is a big bonus.”

It is very spacious and was very clean and it felt private too. No silly "house" rules either and the welcome pack was very nice especially the local baker's biscuits! All on one level was another bonus. It's a far step to town but the location of the property gives you choices of whether to walk straight down and get onto the harbour/river bridge area or walk through Pannett park and access the town from the other end.

- Kathryn, March 2024
Elaine October 2023

“Lovely property.”

Well equipped. Thoughtful milk, biscuits and wine upon arrival. Decent location.

- Elaine, October 2023
Jack September 2023

“Thanks for a comfortable stay”

- Jack, September 2023
Darren August 2023

“Lovely apartment, immaculately clean.”

Very comfy bed, great location. Apartment well stocked with everything you need. Fab location and nice and quiet. Would definitely stay again and recommend to others.

- Darren, August 2023
Pamela July 2023

“Lovely apartment.”

We really enjoyed our stay. We enjoyed walking to Whitby through the park at the bottom of the road. Good bus service, we got the bus to Scarborough. Plenty of parking on the road outside the apartment- we didn’t bother parking on the drive. Welcome pack was a nice touch. Loved the dressing room with the dressing table - great for contact lenses & make up. Good shower.

- Pamela, July 2023
George July 2023

“The key safe was a good idea.”

Very comfortable apartment everything worked great. We both said we'd love to live here it was that good. Many thanks.

- George, July 2023
Lisa June 2023

“Loved the place, very clean.”

In a great location, near to all amenities. Definitely will be back. I do think that blackout curtains or blinds in the bedroom would help

- Lisa, June 2023
Robert May 2023

“Apartment was very clean & comfortable.”

All the facilities were as described on website. Ideally situated for the town centre & West Cliff area & made a really good starting point for walks both local & on the North Yorkshire moors. Directions to the apartment were spot on.

- Robert, May 2023
Therese April 2023

“The property was beyond our expectations, very spacious and comfortable.”

Very well located only a 15 minute walk into Whitby centre. The welcome pack was much appreciated. We would highly recommend this property.

- Therese, April 2023
Anthony April 2023

“We were very impressed by the standard and cleanliness of the Stakesby house apartment.”

We found everything necessary within the very spacious apartment which helped to make our stay in Whitby very enjoyable. The welcome pack of wine, cake and milk were a pleasant surprise.

- Anthony, April 2023
Graham March 2023

“Bright, clean and welcoming property.”

Well appointed with everything that we needed for our stay. The property is walking distance from all of the amenities of Whitby and handy for lots of walking routes.

- Graham, March 2023
Julie March 2023

“Blinds needed in dressing area and bedroom as being on the ground floor you are overlooked, so we had to have both sets of curtains drawn in the morning until we were dressed from coming out of the bathroom.”

A few more more items in the kitchen would be appreciated such as a baking sheet. Thanks Julie

- Julie, March 2023
Sandra March 2023

“A very clean and comfortable apartment near whitby centre (about 20 min walk) welcome wine, biscuits and milk was a very nice gesture.”

Will certainly recommend and would return as like a home from home.

- Sandra, March 2023
Glynn February 2023

“It is hard to understand why Covid is still being used as an excuse for not providing towels and oven gloves, especially as Sykes information stated that towels WERE provided.”

This meant that on arrival we had to go out to buy them. Bedroom would have benefitted from a mirror, ( 1 was provided in the lobby but was not near a plug for a hairdryer). Parking was very tricky, due to the incline of the driveway. If all apartments were occupied, it would potentially have caused problems.

- Glynn, February 2023
John November 2022

“A first class location and an experience we would like to repeat and fully intend to do so.”

- John, November 2022
Colin August 2022

“Lovely apartment, clean & well equipped.”

Great location as Whitby harbour and attractions were a short walk away. Surprisingly quiet given location on a busy road. The only negative was there was no information available about the area.

- Colin, August 2022
Julie July 2022

“Lovely apartment.”

Ideal base for exploring Whitby and surrounding areas.

- Julie, July 2022
Paul June 2022

“Really enjoyed our stay in the property as always we’ve stayed there four times now.”

- Paul, June 2022
Patrick May 2022

“We thought Joe was very polite and helpful .”

And the property was very clean and well equipped. The appartment was so spacious Splendid holiday

- Patrick, May 2022
Peter April 2022

“Spacious and clean flat, we enjoyed watching and listening to the birds in the garden.”

Convenient for local shops, far away enough from town to be quiet, but not too far to walk in. Went for long walk to Robin Hood’s Bay along the disused railway. Would come again.

- Peter, April 2022
Glynis February 2022

“It really felt homely and when the weather prevented us from staying outside all day it was very relaxing to come back to this accommodation to chill out.”

It was just the right distance from the town centre and the local buses.

- Glynis, February 2022
John February 2022

“We really enjoyed our short break at Stakesby House,wished it could have been longer!”

! Very clean and comfortable,everything we needed. Owner very helpful. Would recommend it and would hope to go again. Lyn and John Pearson

- John, February 2022
Mccarthy January 2022

“Comfortable, warm apartment in a good location.”

A few more glasses and a better DVD player would improve things but really minor points

- Mccarthy, January 2022
Tim December 2021

“This is the second time we have stayed.”

Very cosy and relaxing - home from home. The chocolate and Prosecco were a very lovely surprise - thank you. Will definitely return and have already recommended to family and friends. Helen & Tim

- Tim, December 2021
Rosanne December 2021

“A lovely cosy, clean and comfortable flat ideally situated for exploring the area.”

A real home away from home, we loved it.

- Rosanne, December 2021
Dorothea December 2021

“Lovely clean comfortable apartment.”

Excellent service from owner- shower broke repaired within a couple of hours.

- Dorothea, December 2021
Lisa November 2021

“A beautiful well kept apartment.”

Location fantastic to Whitby centre

- Lisa, November 2021
Rachel November 2021

“A bit more cutlery would have been nice.”

It would also have been useful to know that we needed to bring dishwasher tablets and bin bags. Overall a very nice rental.

- Rachel, November 2021
Karen October 2021

“Apartment was lovely, clean and spacious.”

Bed so comfy. It had everything we needed.

- Karen, October 2021
Helen September 2021

“The apartment was very clean and comfortable, having parking was a bonus also the communal garden to sit in.”

It was about a 20 minute walk into Whitby. Whitby itself was a perfect place to stay, with plenty to see and do. We enjoyed looking round the Abbey, James Cook Museum and Pannet Park. Also walking round the harbour to see the boats, and the footpath by the river Esk. There are regular short boat trips around the harbour and a steam railway. There were many cafes, restaurants and pubs to choose from all serving quality food and drink. We found it a lively and interesting place to stay. Only one negative- the public toilets were either closed or flooded during our stay!

- Helen, September 2021
Judy August 2021

“We had a brilliant time able to fully relax in the beautiful apartment”

- Judy, August 2021
George June 2021

“Great base in this lovely area.”

Bempton Cliffs, North Yorkshire Moors Railway, Staithes and Whitby are all well worth a visit.

- George, June 2021
Alan April 2021

“We are not that familiar with self catering and weren’t sure what to expect.”

We were both very satisfied with all aspects of the accommodation, it was clean and had everything that we required, well placed to walk into town and in a nice area with very little noise. I would recommend this accommodation and would return at a later date if possible.

- Alan, April 2021
Craig October 2020

“The DVD player lost sound a number of times when watching films so we had to restart.”

Could be the age of the player. Also maybe a smart tv option so people can watch their own streaming sites like Netflix, usually not a big deal but with COVID-19 we didn’t have much choices to do things on a night.

- Craig, October 2020
Robert September 2020

“Our week in apartment 1 at stakesby house was very comfortable and the property is well situated, we felt reasonably safe there regarding the covid 19 pandemic which had given some concern following reports of a flare up in the north east of the Country, when we live in East Anglia a safer area, I am eighty years old and the thought of driving well over 200 miles in to uncertainty was somewhat daunting, but we were quite happy there, a pleasant break in these uncertain times, we will certainly consider Sykes holiday cottages in the future, thank for the wonderful service.”

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- Robert, September 2020
Keith August 2020

“The apartment was scrupulously clean on arrival, exceeding any expectations we had with the current pandemic, when you would expect the accomodation to be spotless.”

It is spacious, comfortable, conveniently located and therefore everything we wanted for our stay. Well done to Joe & Jacqui.

- Keith, August 2020
Michael August 2020

“We were pleasantly surprised with the accommodation.”

A small niggle was the poor internet connection, didn't intend to sit over my laptop while on holiday but I couldn't access the website to check my emails, disappointed with this. With reference to the information booklet for residents, it might be worthwhile including information on using Parking Discs in the disc parking zones in Whitby town. I've never came across them before and in my ignorance managed to get a £50 parking charge. I've found out since that the cards can be obtained free from many local shops, my fault, lesson learnt. Lovely accommodation though and the off street parking very welcome. We spent a few evenings in the very nice back garden enjoying a g and t before we walked into the town centre (about 15 mins) and plenty of taxis to bring you back for £5.00. We ate out for our main meals, having a traditional Sunday lunch at The Stables, a Thai meal, an Italians an Indians at restaurants in the town and of course the traditional fish and chips ( recommend Alexanders opposite the Irish Bar in town ) This is the first time we have used Sykes Cottages but it will not be the last, we were talking about booking this place straight away for next year!!!

- Michael, August 2020
Harriet July 2020

“This is the first holiday we have had since the Covid 19 restrictions and we were reassured with the safety measures that had been considered for our stay.”

Communication with the hosts was excellent and we felt confident about our booking from the start. The apartment was exactly as portrayed on the website and we were delighted. Would definitely stay here again when returning to the area.

- Harriet, July 2020
Colin March 2020

“Going on holiday in March was brilliant.”

Whitby was busy but not to rammed, a little bit chilly but dry . All in all with quality of the apartment it was nice short break.

- Colin, March 2020

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Summary

Ground floor apartment
One bedroom: 1 x double
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Kitchen/diner
Sitting room.
Gas central heating
Oven, hob, microwave, kettle, toaster, books, DVDs, TV and WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for 3 cars
Rear communal garden
Sorry, no pets or smoking allowed
Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.5 miles
Note: Can be booked with 1017003 to sleep 4

The property

Situated within a converted manor house within the bustling fishing port of Whitby with the glorious North York Moors amidst is this superbly appointed ground floor apartment.

This coastal haven is ideal for a couple seeking a refreshing break to this picture-postcard setting of Yorkshire, carved by its dramatic coastline, historical landmarks and rolling countryside.

Be welcomed into this contemporary styled accommodation, where you will be delighted by the carefully selected furnishings and the quality appliances required for a self-catering holiday with your partner.

Step into the kitchen and look forward to packing up a picnic for the beach or preparing heart-warming meals that can be enjoyed with your loved one in the dining space.

Moving through the space will bring you to a spacious sitting room, where a superb selection of books await you to enjoy as you unwind of an evening, or a TV to catch up on your favourite shows before you head to bed.

The interior is completed by a well-presented bedroom, where the refreshing hues of colour complement the plush bedding and the ample storage to keep your holiday essentials.

Spend a moment or two within the communal garden, where you can roam the lawn area before settling down with a refreshing drink as you soak up the sun.

If you don’t feel like cooking one evening, head into the centre of Whitby where a superb selection of amenities awaits you, including famous fish and chips, freshly caught seafood and idyllic pubs for those special moments.

As well as the winding streets and hidden alleys lined with independent shops to explore one afternoon, Whitby comes with plentiful attractions and activities to keep a couple of all ages and tastes busy.

Whilst here, relax and unwind on the glorious sandy beach or brush up on the local history by climbing the famous 199 steps up to the ruins of the Abbey.

Alternatively, explore miles of walks upon the North York Moors, or venture to the larger town of Scarborough for an action-packed day out.

Stakesby House Apartment 1 is an idyllic base for exploring the delights of this location.

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About the location

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 abundance of activity 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 every interest and time of year. 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 to the Whitby Abbey to immerse yourself with history, or visit the Captain Cook Memorial Museum presenting historical and ethnographic exhibition about Cook himself. Hosting an abundance of leisure facilities, opportunities to explore the natural lands, and plenty of coastal delights, Whitby offers something for everyone. Close to the Robin Hood's Bay full of heritage wonders and scenic spots, and in 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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Reviews & Ratings

“Excellent stay, very clean and tidy, everything we needed.”

“Second time in the apartment , great location, clean and cozy , nice wine ...”

“The apartment was wonderful and we have already booked for 2025.”

“Excellent spacious accommodation in good location.”

“Beautiful spacious apartment, clean and comfortable.”

“Lovely apartment, spotlessly clean!”

“Another excellent stay at Stakesby house.”

“A very comfortable and clean apartment, with high quality furnishings and general finish.”

“Very pleased with the flat in Whitby.”

“Great accommodation, every thing you need, good location will be back”

“We had a good week, the was property was nice .”

“Absolutely fabulous!”

“We had a lovely week , the house was lovely and clean .”

“Enjoyed our stay.”

“A lovely property with parking which is a big bonus.”

“Lovely property.”

“Thanks for a comfortable stay”

“Lovely apartment, immaculately clean.”

“Lovely apartment.”

“The key safe was a good idea.”

“Loved the place, very clean.”

“Apartment was very clean & comfortable.”

“The property was beyond our expectations, very spacious and comfortable.”

“We were very impressed by the standard and cleanliness of the Stakesby house apartment.”

“Bright, clean and welcoming property.”

“Blinds needed in dressing area and bedroom as being on the ground floor you are overlooked, so we had to have both sets of curtains drawn in the morning until we were dressed from coming out of the bathroom.”

“A very clean and comfortable apartment near whitby centre (about 20 min walk) welcome wine, biscuits and milk was a very nice gesture.”

“It is hard to understand why Covid is still being used as an excuse for not providing towels and oven gloves, especially as Sykes information stated that towels WERE provided.”

“A first class location and an experience we would like to repeat and fully intend to do so.”

“Lovely apartment, clean & well equipped.”

“Lovely apartment.”

“Really enjoyed our stay in the property as always we’ve stayed there four times now.”

“We thought Joe was very polite and helpful .”

“Spacious and clean flat, we enjoyed watching and listening to the birds in the garden.”

“It really felt homely and when the weather prevented us from staying outside all day it was very relaxing to come back to this accommodation to chill out.”

“We really enjoyed our short break at Stakesby House,wished it could have been longer!”

“Comfortable, warm apartment in a good location.”

“This is the second time we have stayed.”

“A lovely cosy, clean and comfortable flat ideally situated for exploring the area.”

“Lovely clean comfortable apartment.”

“A beautiful well kept apartment.”

“A bit more cutlery would have been nice.”

“Apartment was lovely, clean and spacious.”

“The apartment was very clean and comfortable, having parking was a bonus also the communal garden to sit in.”

“We had a brilliant time able to fully relax in the beautiful apartment”

“Great base in this lovely area.”

“We are not that familiar with self catering and weren’t sure what to expect.”

“The DVD player lost sound a number of times when watching films so we had to restart.”

“The apartment was scrupulously clean on arrival, exceeding any expectations we had with the current pandemic, when you would expect the accomodation to be spotless.”

“We were pleasantly surprised with the accommodation.”

“This is the first holiday we have had since the Covid 19 restrictions and we were reassured with the safety measures that had been considered for our stay.”

“Going on holiday in March was brilliant.”

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About the location

WHITBY