Crab Cottage | Sandsend | Whitby | North York Moors And Coast

4.4★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

45 Customer Review(s)

Angela
November 2024

“Our third stay at Crab Cottage and we will be back!”

Gorgeous property and very cosy! It has everything you need and is home from home! The location is so picturesque. Excellent communication from both Sykes and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages.

Gorgeous property and very cosy! It has everything you need and is home from home! The location is so picturesque. Excellent communication from both Sykes and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages.

- Angela, November 2024
Matthew October 2024

“Accommodation was as described.”

Comfortable and convenient. However the Aga and central heating were on at arrival and we had to ventilate the house fully before it was comfortable enough to be inside. We also found broken glass on the floor in the utility room and the living room. Probably enough to make up the stem and base if a wine glass.

- Matthew, October 2024
Gillian September 2024

“Beautiful location.”

Beautiful cottage. Beautiful welcome hamper. Disappointed by thermostats downstairs which didnt seem to work so could only control heating by turning off and on at control panel so we alternated between being too hot and too cold. Garden most unsuitable for children and dogs as open with dangerous drop straight into to neighbours yard. Steepness of garden not explained well enough on website. Upstairs window fixed shut and very black mouldy in twin room which agency have promised to deal with (pics sent). Clean in cottage but this reduced the cleanliness rating for me. Aga pretty but impractical and turned off for safety during our stay. Thankfully oven provided in utility room. Exposed electric switch in bathroom agency have promised to deal with. Twin beds are narrow. Sheets and towels are very nice. Sky TV very nice to have. Parking spaces great to have but sign is not clear enough as falling over and one day a car was in our space but only for a short time. Overall well equipped.

- Gillian, September 2024
Denise September 2024

“It is a lovely comfortable cottage with everything we needed.”

The location is excellent, with very good and easy parking. We would definitely recommend it.

- Denise, September 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback, it is greatly appreciated! We hope you consider another visit in the future! Property Owner
Kim August 2024

“Very good location great views from the garden and house would definitely return”

- Kim, August 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay at Crab Cottage and we hope to be able to welcome you back in the future! Property Owner
Janet August 2024

“A lovely comfortable cottage Only issues were windows painted shut in lounge and bedroom 3 .”

It was very hot as we had a sunny few days . Outdoor areas a bit neglected …especially front area and garden furniture . Otherwise really good and would like to return

- Janet, August 2024
Wayne July 2024

“A beautiful and charming cottage in a magical setting, close to everything you need for a relaxing holiday.”

The only things that could be improved on would be firmer mattresses, clearer instructions to use the aga and induction hob and better maintenance of the garden and garden furniture. It was such a shame the view was blocked by the shrubs at the summer house. Over all though we would return and recommend to others, as the cottage was full of character and was warm and welcoming, we will be taking lots of lovely family memories away from our time there.

- Wayne, July 2024
Anthony June 2024

“Crab Cottage felt like a home from home very comfortable seating, dining and sleeping facilities set in a superb location with private parking.”

We didn't use the AGA or Jacuzzi bath but the alternative cooking and showering facilities were more than adequate for our party of 4. There are beautiful surrounding valley and sea views from the garden/summerhouse area. As it is set in a valley location, the garden has a slope up to the summerhouse, there are well constructed steps to access the summerhouse and upper garden areas. Nice sheltered private patio up a short flight of steps from the hallway door. Ideal location for walking that part of the Cleveland Way whilst also having great access to the local coastal bus route.

- Anthony, June 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review, we hope we can welcome you back in the future! Property Owner
David June 2024

“The cottage and facilities exceeded our expectations.”

Summerhouse wonderful, but perhaps worth stressing the steepness of the steps to access it. Good job I'm a fit 81 year old! Another 'hidden benefit' - the proximity of the bus top for easy access to Whitby, Runswick Bay, Staithes, etc.

- David, June 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are thrilled your enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back in the future! Property Owner
Christine March 2024

“This is the second time of staying at Crab Cottage.”

It is a gorgeous, comfortable, cosy & well equipped cottage. It is in such a peaceful location. Slept very well in the comfortable beds. Could I possibly suggest a bread bin which would come in very handy. I look forward very much to returning again

- Christine, March 2024
Kieron February 2024

“Loveky, we couldn’t find a pen to complete the book, but a lovely time had by all and such a beautiful house and in such a beautiful setting.”

The heating and hot water broke down but was quickly fixed in a few hours.

- Kieron, February 2024

Hi Kieron, thank you for your kind feedback. We are thrilled you had a lovely time. I am sorry to hear you had issues with the heating and hot water, but also glad to hear these issues were quickly resolved! We hope we can welcome you back in the future! Property Owner
Rachel February 2024

“What a great stay.”

The cottage is perfect location and very relaxing! We cooked every night and only thing we couldn’t find was a measuring jug - everything else was perfect. Washing machine was a god send as it was wet! Jacuzzi bath was amazing. Bathrooms are beautiful. Can’t fault the cottage at all. Location was amazing. Kids loved playing out in. The garden and the beck at the front watching tides come in and out. Walked from our door step every day for hikes. Perfect!

- Rachel, February 2024

Thank you for your feedback Rachel, it is greatly appreciated. We will be sure to provide a measuring jug, and hopefully we can welcome you back in the future! Property Owner
Adrian December 2023

“General furniture a bit uncomfortable Shower in the en-suite leaked making floor ...”

General furniture a bit uncomfortable Shower in the en-suite leaked making floor very wet Shower in main bathroom also leaked glass door seals In very poor condition There was a water leak in main bedroom when it rained heavily somewhere near sky light Windows impossible to open and where very drafty Both front door and back foot very drafty Lighting out the back very poor making steps very dangerous

- Adrian, December 2023
Diane November 2023

“Lovely cottage here stayed twice perfect location and lovely and warm and cosy ...”

Lovely cottage here stayed twice perfect location and lovely and warm and cosy The only thing was we decided to cook one night and there was not one single knife capable of cutting through even a fillet of beef or a crusty loaf and for a luxury cottage that was disappointing But it was still a great stay

- Diane, November 2023
Mark November 2023

“The cottage is really great, we loved it and we will be back.”

The cottage has a real quality too it, we were very pleased with all aspects of the stay,

- Mark, November 2023
Angela November 2023

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Crab Cottage.”

When we arrived and opened the door the cottage felt so cosy and welcoming. The hamper was a nice touch with premium products. We had everything we needed for our stay - it was very well equipped. The property was clean and the decor very tasteful. The car parking spaces near the property are brilliant too as parking in some of the cottages in Sandsend is non existent. We will definitely return as it was good value for money. Thanks for a lovely holiday.

- Angela, November 2023
Sophie October 2023

“What a beautiful home.”

So tastefully appointed, lovely and warm and a thoughtful, locally-sourced welcome hamper. Looking forward to a repeat visit!

- Sophie, October 2023
Alveen October 2023

“We have stayed in sandsend many times wonder location, beautiful cottage thankyou”

- Alveen, October 2023
Jude September 2023

“Information book out of date.”

Steps up to the house not mentioned. Difficult if one was infirm. Decor of house slightly shabby. No spare bin bags or battery in the torch which was required when taking the dog out at night.

- Jude, September 2023
Marjorie September 2023

“The cottage needs a handrail outside together with a gate.”

The steps are very high. This could be done whilst the cottage was occupied. The lighting very dark, especially in the dining room. The settee and chairs very uncomfortable. The windows do not open. The outside space at the front needs flagging , and 2 new benches

- Marjorie, September 2023
Michael May 2023

“Exterior furniture, front and back, very poor standard.”

Just needs replacing regularly. Overgrown plants and weeds. Weather was super, but couldn’t enjoy either outside space. Summer house looked dirty, weeds growing up the doors and view blocked by overgrown plants. Front and back doors of the cottage are worn out. Showers have mould issues. I think Crab Cottage may be the victim of its own success. Owners must be careful, it’s maintenance is running away with itself.

- Michael, May 2023
Sandra May 2023

“Yet again another perfect stay in this beautiful cottage.”

Location is perfect multiple seafront café/restaurant. Pub and lovely chippy. Would defiantly recommend

- Sandra, May 2023
Margaret May 2023

“Biggest disappointment on arriving at the cottage was the general standard of maintenance of garden areas and summer house.”

Due to overgrown vegetation there was no view when sitting in the summer house and it felt quite dirty. I would say that some of the cottage was tired, with the beam in the sitting room water stained. The back door was particularly hard to open with only one in our party able to open it. Even though heating wasn't required the radiator in the main bathroom was red hot making the bathroom unbearable. The height of the skylights here made them only accessible using a chair. We had to hoover the carpet in the ensuite bedroom on arrival as it had some sort of ash on carpet area just adjacent to ensuite.The wardrobe? space in the double bedrooms was very limited due to height restrictions. The skylights in bedrooms had no blinds making it particularly bright very, very early in the mornings. There were no salt and pepper dishes available and two of the four crab mugs were chipped.

- Margaret, May 2023

We are sorry you did not enjoy your stay at Crab Cottage as much as you would have liked. We have gardeners attend regularly, but we have now arranged for more garden maintenance to be done following your comments. The summer house is cleaned at the start of the season and guests are requested to leave it as it is found. We will monitor this. The back door lock will be changed to make it easier to use. We will address the issue with the bathroom radiator with our plumber. We have made the owner aware of your comments, and they are planning on carrying out a week of maintenance work to rectify any wear and tear issues. We have also contacted you privately. Property Owner
Patricia April 2023

“We enjoyed the cottage very much.”

A comfortable cottage all round with super beds. Loved the aga too. Uncomfy sofas and chairs in sitting room! Fabulous position for getting to the beach which has great facilities. Good parking with cottage. The main bathroom has a bad shower leak under shower door. Wasted towels trying to mop up and the floors could do with a good clean downstairs. Just a little concerned about how easy it would be in case of fire to leave the property via windows. They are locked And the key is inaccessible for a quick get out. Otherwise a super stay and we wish it was ours. We are in love with Sandsend.

- Patricia, April 2023
Sarah March 2023

“The location of Crab cottage was perfect; walking distance into Whitby along the beach or the bus took 8 minutes and the beach was minutes away.”

The cafes and The Hart pub all did lovely food. There were some lovely walks from the cottage. The furnishings in the cottage were good quality as well. The hamper which was there when we arrived was a lovely touch, especially as the village shop has closed and the nearest local store is in Lythe which is up a very steep hill. However, the maintenance of the cottage needs to be improved. The Aga was not hot enough to cook meals and the cooker in the utility didn’t work. If we had wanted to cook a meal we would have been at a loss other than using the microwave. There were no blinds in the dorma windows in the bedrooms . Many of the windows and doors were difficult to open , the garden was not suitable for young children or the elderly as it was very steep and slippy. The summer house was a nice touch but the fridge and the kettle etc were filthy and it needed a good clean. We love Sandsend and would recommend the location , we had a lovely holiday inspite of the few niggles with general maintenance of the cottage. However, given the cost of the cottage better upkeep is required.

- Sarah, March 2023
Christina March 2023

“Excellent cottage.”

Clean and spotless. Comfortable and warm.

- Christina, March 2023
James February 2023

“We had a great time in a lovely cottage.”

Cottage was well equipped with everything we needed and it has some really nice finishing touches. All the beds are really comfy so a relaxing break was had by all. It’s a superb location in gorgeous surroundings. A few minor points to consider, that didn’t spoil our stay;- A blind was broken in rear bedroom and one of the whirlpool jets in the bathroom kept falling out. There is no blue recycling bin so we had to bring lots of waste home in the car with us Yorkshire coastal cottages called and left a message on Saturday morning at 10.30am to ask to send a plumber to the property at 11am for a ‘maintenance check’. I would expect routine maintenance to be scheduled between bookings and us not to be disrupted trying to find a phone signal in the middle of a short stay, so the request was politely declined. Many thanks

- James, February 2023
Denise December 2022

“Beautiful warm cottage with comfortable beds.”

Clean and well equipped in an excellent location. I will definitely be returning ☺️

- Denise, December 2022
James December 2022

“Fabulous cottage, it was perfect for our family pre Christmas holiday.”

The cottage is very well appointed, has all the amenities you require, lots of car parking space for 3 cars, a beautiful garden and it was very warm through an extremely cold week in Sandsend. Customer service was great and we want to rebook for next year too. 5*'s.

- James, December 2022
Diane November 2022

“This was a very comfortable cottage.”

We were worried it would be a bit chilly in there as it’s old but it was beautifully warm in every single room. It is in a beautiful position very clean everything you could wish for it was really lovely and we were very very pleased with it.

- Diane, November 2022
Cheryl October 2022

“Crab Cottage is a lovely, comfortable warm cottage perfectly located for exploring the coast around Whitby.”

Booking with Sykes was hassle free and we had great communication from them in the run up to our holiday.

- Cheryl, October 2022
Marc August 2022

“Fantastic property and location no problems will be booking again.”

Congratulations to the owners one of the best we have stopped in over the last 30 years.

- Marc, August 2022
Cora July 2022

“This is a beautiful cottage with a quirky seaside decor.”

Very comfortable with a traditional feel but all mod cons. We loved it! The location is superb. Surrounded by other lovely little cottages in a pretty valley, just a minute’s walk to the beach. The parking spaces were a huge benefit. We hadn’t been to Sandsend before but we will definitely be back, hopefully to Crab Cottage if it’s not fully booked. Wonderful holiday!

- Cora, July 2022
Mark June 2022

“Crab Cottage is a fantastic place to stay, packed with touches of luxury, particularly the bathrooms and the Summerhouse.”

The location could not be better and we have very much enjoyed our stay.

- Mark, June 2022
Sandra May 2022

“Absolutely beautiful cottage, very well placed with stunning views.”

Nice touch with the hamper on arrival. Very well equipped. We loved it so much we have booked again

- Sandra, May 2022
Penny May 2022

“Crab Cottage was a beautiful place to stay.”

Very homely and an excellent location too. Would love to go back. Nice welcome hamper too thank you.

- Penny, May 2022
Linda April 2022

“The cottage is fabulous.”

The facilities are great and the garden and summerhouse overlooking the beach was lovely. We loved the kitchen, using the aga, cooking whilst enjoying company of the family using the dining table to play board games until meals were served. The whirlpool bath was a big hit with some of us at the end of energetic days hiking the many footpaths from the house. There was so much to do and a good local shop,cafe and restaurant. We were surprised how good the bus service is too. Everyone wants to come back.

- Linda, April 2022
Vivienne April 2022

“The cottage was clean and welcoming with a very good parking space which was absolutely necessary given the amount of other cars over the busy Easter period.”

There was a wonderful welcome pack. The boiler did stop working but was rectified very quickly by the engineer. Both the bench area at the front and the sea views from the garden at the back were great for relaxing. The cottage was well equipped and we really enjoyed our stay in this idyllic location.

- Vivienne, April 2022
Janice March 2022

“The rooms were wonderful but could do with blinds over the skylights as the rooms were very bright as soon as daylight came.”

Minor problems

- Janice, March 2022
Richard March 2022

“Really lovely cottage in Sandsend.”

Very comfortable and beautifully decorated. We did have a problem with the hot water and heating stopping working which was promptly fixed within a day.

- Richard, March 2022
Stephen February 2022

“Did say a see view from the summer house but the trees we’re overgrown,otherwise everything was lovely”

- Stephen, February 2022
Mark January 2022

“Its the 3rd time we've stayed at that particular cottage and we couldn't be happier with everything.”

Excellent in every regard, in a great location. We hope to do it again very soon.

- Mark, January 2022
David January 2022

“A truly wonderful cottage in a great location.”

The only complaint is that it is so well insulated and with underfloor heating we daren’t try out the log burner - we would have literally roasted! We also had to turn off the AGA and open the windows even with outside temperatures of only 7.5 degrees. We had great weather so managed long walks on the beach with the dog and with a welcome coffee in the Sandside Cafe to finish. All in all a very relaxing week thank you

- David, January 2022
Anne January 2022

“We enjoyed the most fabulous family holiday, in a perfect setting, for good walking, access to shops, pubs etc The house comfortably worked for 6 adults, although the twin bedroom was more suited to children.”

- Anne, January 2022
Catherine December 2021

“We have just returned from an amazing 3 night stay at Crab Cottage.”

The Cottage is absolutely gorgeous. We were delighted to be welcomed by Christmas decorations and a beautiful welcome pack. The house was absolutely spotless. The decor is so tasteful and well thought out. We have 3 young children and a dog. There was plenty of space and the cottage felt so homely and cosy. The garden is breathtaking. So quaint with amazing views. The allocated parking area is perfect and easily enough space for 2 cats if needed. One minute walk from the gorgeous beach at Sandsend. We cannot rate this stunning cottage highly enough and we would certainly love to return. It’s a little haven on the gorgeous Yorkshire coast. Thank you for letting us enjoy this special place.

- Catherine, December 2021

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x double and 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, walk-in shower, basin and WC
Cloakroom with basin and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Utility
Snug with woodburning stove
Gas central heating, underfloor heating throughout the ground floor and woodburning stove
Gas AGA, electric hob, 2 x microwave, fridge/ freezer, washer/dryer and dishwasher
Smart TV, WiFi, selection of books and games
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Parking available for 3 cars in a designated space to the left on the lane as you turn in off the main road
Front gravelled area and large rear garden with patio and lawned area
One well-behaved pet welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.4 miles
Note: Phone signal may be intermittent
Note: Check-in at 16.00, check-out by 10.00

The property

Crab Cottage, set within the natural grandeur of the North York Moors National Park and with stunning coastal views, is a wonderful base for a trip to this popular location.

The stone-fronted facade will enchant you, with a front patio yard where you can relax on the bench and enjoy the lovely surroundings.

Step inside to find wonderful décor with a touch of marine blue to match your seaside location and beamed ceilings and hardwood floors bursting with character.

Find the open-plan living area, where you can relax in the armchairs and savour home-cooked meals at the contemporary dining table sitting in the room's centre.

Prepare hearty recipes in the spacious kitchen, which includes an AGA cooker and an electric hob to meet your culinary needs.

Escape to the snug and sink into the luxurious corner sofa and perch your cup of tea on the unique coffee table, whilst the woodburning stove softly heats the room.

With a washer/ dryer to keep your holiday clothes fresh and a dishwasher to keep the house clean and tidy, a self-catered stay has never been more convenient!

As the sun sets over the sea, head upstairs to the first floor to relax and revitalise in the stunning bathroom, where you may either enjoy a relaxing dip in the tub or a refreshing shower.

Choose between three beautiful bedrooms to rest your head, all white-washed with striking feature walls, including a double with en-suite shower room, a double and a lovely twin, all with matching furniture to unpack your belongings. Enjoy a steaming cup of coffee in the spacious garden in the morning to wake up to salty sea air and wonderful landscapes.

Sandsend is a pet-friendly holiday destination with a beautiful beach, as well as plenty of services for your self-catering stay, such as a local shop and restaurants.

Take a trip to Whitby when you're not exploring the natural beauty of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, where historians will relish the gothic ruins of Whitby Abbey, climb the 199 Steps for spectacular panoramic views, or visit the family-friendly sandy beach for picnics and sandcastle building.

Follow winding cobbled alleyways filled with 18th-century cottages, stroll paths along the Yorkshire cliff tops, and go rock pooling on the little sandy beach in Staithes, an unmissable seaside community perched on a hillside with picture-perfect coastal vistas.

Travel to Robin Hood's Bay for a historic, postcard-perfect fishing village with tiny alleyways full of character, quaint shops, and excellent tearooms, as well as the Bay's museum, which houses local history and tradition.

Crab Cottage is an ideal base for exploring Yorkshire's coast and countryside with your loved ones.

Link to Crab Cottage Virtual Tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=TTSi4P4smax

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

SANDSEND

Whitby 2.5 miles.

Lying on Yorkshire's spectacular Heritage Coastline, Sandsend is the ideal place for a family holiday with its award winning, wide sweeping beaches, rock pools and dramatic cliffs. Indeed this part of the coastline is known locally as the Dinosaur Coast because of the many fossils found here. In the season, beachside stalls offer everything from light snacks and drinks to boats, buckets and spades! Children will enjoy damming the little beck where it crosses the beach to form a freshwater lagoon - great (and safe) for paddling and boating! For the more energetic the village sits on the lovely long distance Cleveland Way Trail, which offers great off-road cycling along the disused coastal railway as well as breathtaking clifftop walks. The National Trust now own the nearby headland, Sandsend Ness, where there is a delightful nature trail in the old quarry pits. A special place offering something for everyone!

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Reviews & Ratings

“Our third stay at Crab Cottage and we will be back!”

“Accommodation was as described.”

“Beautiful location.”

“It is a lovely comfortable cottage with everything we needed.”

“Very good location great views from the garden and house would definitely return”

“A lovely comfortable cottage Only issues were windows painted shut in lounge and bedroom 3 .”

“A beautiful and charming cottage in a magical setting, close to everything you need for a relaxing holiday.”

“Crab Cottage felt like a home from home very comfortable seating, dining and sleeping facilities set in a superb location with private parking.”

“The cottage and facilities exceeded our expectations.”

“This is the second time of staying at Crab Cottage.”

“Loveky, we couldn’t find a pen to complete the book, but a lovely time had by all and such a beautiful house and in such a beautiful setting.”

“What a great stay.”

“General furniture a bit uncomfortable Shower in the en-suite leaked making floor ...”

“Lovely cottage here stayed twice perfect location and lovely and warm and cosy ...”

“The cottage is really great, we loved it and we will be back.”

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Crab Cottage.”

“What a beautiful home.”

“We have stayed in sandsend many times wonder location, beautiful cottage thankyou”

“Information book out of date.”

“The cottage needs a handrail outside together with a gate.”

“Exterior furniture, front and back, very poor standard.”

“Yet again another perfect stay in this beautiful cottage.”

“Biggest disappointment on arriving at the cottage was the general standard of maintenance of garden areas and summer house.”

“We enjoyed the cottage very much.”

“The location of Crab cottage was perfect; walking distance into Whitby along the beach or the bus took 8 minutes and the beach was minutes away.”

“Excellent cottage.”

“We had a great time in a lovely cottage.”

“Beautiful warm cottage with comfortable beds.”

“Fabulous cottage, it was perfect for our family pre Christmas holiday.”

“This was a very comfortable cottage.”

“Crab Cottage is a lovely, comfortable warm cottage perfectly located for exploring the coast around Whitby.”

“Fantastic property and location no problems will be booking again.”

“This is a beautiful cottage with a quirky seaside decor.”

“Crab Cottage is a fantastic place to stay, packed with touches of luxury, particularly the bathrooms and the Summerhouse.”

“Absolutely beautiful cottage, very well placed with stunning views.”

“Crab Cottage was a beautiful place to stay.”

“The cottage is fabulous.”

“The cottage was clean and welcoming with a very good parking space which was absolutely necessary given the amount of other cars over the busy Easter period.”

“The rooms were wonderful but could do with blinds over the skylights as the rooms were very bright as soon as daylight came.”

“Really lovely cottage in Sandsend.”

“Did say a see view from the summer house but the trees we’re overgrown,otherwise everything was lovely”

“Its the 3rd time we've stayed at that particular cottage and we couldn't be happier with everything.”

“A truly wonderful cottage in a great location.”

“We enjoyed the most fabulous family holiday, in a perfect setting, for good walking, access to shops, pubs etc The house comfortably worked for 6 adults, although the twin bedroom was more suited to children.”

“We have just returned from an amazing 3 night stay at Crab Cottage.”

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About the location

SANDSEND