Over Esk | Whitby | North York Moors And Coast | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.6★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
Show on map

Features

Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

33 Customer Review(s)

Jackie
August 2024

“Lovely comfortable home from home , very well equipped, very generous welcome hamper and ideal position for town centre .”

. would definitely return

. would definitely return

- Jackie, August 2024

Thanks so much Jackie, and thanks for leaving the house so clean and tidy. Property Owner
Gabrielle August 2024

“We stayed here for a week in August and loved it.”

Felt very welcome, our little dog felt at home straight away. The town centre is a short stroll away - about 10 minutes. We were left a generous welcome hamper and the house felt very well resourced. We can’t wait to come back

- Gabrielle, August 2024

Thanks so much really pleased you enjoyed yourselves, welcome back anytime. Take care. Property Owner
Troy July 2024

“Fantastic property in a fantastic location.”

This is our second stay here and we will be back next year. The property is welcoming and homey, the garden was perfect for my dog.

- Troy, July 2024

Thanks so much Troy, we have plans for a roof terrace overlooking the harbour next year. Look forward to seeing you next year. Property Owner
Robert July 2024

“Excellent well equipped house in an ideal location for exploring Whitby and the surrounding attractions.”

Generous welcome hamper and on street parking a bonus, rear sun trap back garden ideal for the dog and sitting out at night.

- Robert, July 2024

Thanks Robert, a pleasure to have you. Glad you really enjoyed yourselves. Property Owner
Kim June 2024

“This place has everything we needed and more!”

From the welcome hamper in the kitchen to the sun trap back garden, it was perfect for us and our 2 dogs. We had an issue with the TV and the owner came in person to fix it! We hope to come back here in the future.

- Kim, June 2024

Thanks Kim lovely to see you all and hope you enjoyed the sunshine!! Property Owner
Pat June 2024

“Lovely comfortable home from home.”

Very thoughtful welcome pack. Perfect for pets and owners. Very close to town and we found parking for two cars very easy.

- Pat, June 2024

Thanks so much. Property Owner
Stephen May 2024

“We really enjoyed our stay at Over Esk, the house was so well equipped with everything we needed, the welcome pack was so generous, garden was lovely to sit in, we always got a parking place outside the house and a nice stroll into Whitby town.”

We would like to book up next year, but all the slots seemed to be closed.

- Stephen, May 2024

Thanks. We are opening slots for next year soon. Cheers. Property Owner
Clare April 2024

“Brilliant little cottage,not far from town but still quiet at same time,garden ...”

Brilliant little cottage,not far from town but still quiet at same time,garden nice and secure for dogs, lovely and comfortable and warm ,would definitely go back

- Clare, April 2024

Thanks Clare much appreciated. Property Owner
Lynsey April 2024

“Absolutely lovly property home from home feel and felt well looked after was ...”

Absolutely lovly property home from home feel and felt well looked after was text to make sure we had everything we needed so helpful also on arrival had a lovly welcome hamper such a lovly thoughtful thing to do

- Lynsey, April 2024

Thanks Lynsey. Much appreciated. Property Owner
Joanne March 2024

“Just returned after a lovely week at Over Esk.”

We would highly recommend this property. Very comfortable and dog friendly house. We felt at home as soon as we entered the property. Whitby is our favourite place to bring our 2 dogs with us returning to the area on a regular basis. This is the best property we have stayed in within Whitby and we will be looking to book again in the future. The welcome basket and additional nights stay was a lovely gesture. Thank you

- Joanne, March 2024

You are very very welcome Joanne. Property Owner
Cath October 2023

“Over Esk was a very comfortable cottage which was just sitting on the towns edge which suited us.”

The generous welcome pack was lovely too. All amenties where close at hand and we loved Whitby so will be returning. Just a couple of things, the tap for the shower is really difficult to turn on and off so needs looking at and the back door was stiff to open and shut.

- Cath, October 2023

Thanks Kath our Plumber has sorted the shower and back door sorted too. Cheers. Property Owner
Paul September 2023

“Had a great week here with 4 adults and 2 small dogs.”

Welcome hamper was fantastic. The house and garden were lovely. The main bedroom was big. The 2nd bedroom had 2 singles and nothing else but it wasn’t a problem because all you do is sleep in there anyway. Would definitely recommend. Only 10 minutes walk to town and we parked 2 cars outside no problem. Thanks for having us.

- Paul, September 2023

Thanks Paul much appreciated. Property Owner
Vickie September 2023

“Lovely cottage.”

Short walk into town. Plenty of utensils, bin bags,kitchen roll, dishwasher tablets and plenty more things. Extremely dog friendly. Throws provided for furniture treats and dog bowls. A number of Sky tv channels and wonderful back garden. Safe and secure for dogs. Very well maintained. Decking area with garden furniture. The owners very kindly contacted us prior to our holiday and invited us to come the day before free of charge. On arrival there was a very generous welcome pack. Along with beer wine and buns and a lovely note from the owners wishing my husband a happy birthday. A lovely time had by all. We would not hesitate to recommend over Esk.

- Vickie, September 2023

Thanks for such a detailed review. Sorry for delay I’ve just realised how to respond to reviews. Property Owner
Diane August 2023

“The cottage was wonderful!”

Great location and super cosy.

- Diane, August 2023
Rachel July 2023

“We had a lovely week at Over Esk, it was so welcoming and cosy.”

The house is perfect for a holiday with your dogs: the garden is secure and so is the front garden once you close the gate. Throws are provided for the sofas and there are even dog bowls, toys, leads and treats! Our two cockers settled in immediately. From Over Esk, there is a view of the abbey and a good view of the town, it is a ten minute maximum walk into the heart of Whitby. We managed to get a parking spot outside the cottage every day. The house is fully equipped and I enjoyed cooking a couple of nights in the kitchen. There are lots of books, we took games and cards with us. There is Sky TV with all available apps like Netflix and Prime. The only slight criticism I have is that the pillows were hard and I wish I’d taken one from home, but this is probably just me - I have felt this before! It is worth mentioning too that the second bedroom is very small, it has two single beds but no furniture; this was fine for us with children, but would be too small for two sets of adults. Other than these niggles, the cottage is perfect and a real home from home. Whitby is the most atmospheric, beautiful place to stay. It is exactly as Bram Stoker described it. Please make sure you go down to the beach at sunset, it is awe inspiring. We especially liked Staithes and Runswick Bay, the beach at Runswick is great with dogs. Robin Hood’s Bay has to be visited (best cakes too!) but the beach was disappointing, not nice clear sand, very rocky and covered in seaweed. We had mixed weather but actually it was perfect as there is so much to see and do around Whitby, you could never be bored! The walking is brilliant. We can’t wait to go back to Whitby and do all the things we missed! We will definitely return to lovely Over Esk.

- Rachel, July 2023

Many thanks. Re pillows we now have spares at the house. We also now have a Simba Hybrid mattress which is very comfy. Property Owner
Susan June 2023

“Had a wonderful week at Over Esk weather was wonderful which is a bonus absolutely everything you could possibly need in the property & on street parking.”

Ideally located a short walk into Whitby with wonderful views. Doggy treats were a bonus we will definitely be back.

- Susan, June 2023

Thanks Susan much appreciated. Property Owner
Jade June 2023

“Amazing location and views property was comfortable would benefit from a travel ...”

Amazing location and views property was comfortable would benefit from a travel cot for young families but had everything else we needed the garden is a suntrap and was si much to do there we loved this for our first family holiday and was sad to leave

- Jade, June 2023

Thanks so much Jade. Property Owner
Keith May 2023

“The quality of the whole experience was excellent.”

The cottage was very well furnished and maintained and the welcome pack was more than generous. A call from Yorkshire cottages to check all was OK was reassuring. We had a very enjoyable time and would be very happy to go to Over Esk again

- Keith, May 2023

Thanks Keith, much appreciated. Property Owner
Jon April 2023

“Beautiful house, we had a wonderful holiday, the food basket was a lovely thing to arrive to, we would definitely come back again.”

Thankyou xx

- Jon, April 2023
Joanna February 2023

“Over Esk was the perfect accommodation for our family for this holiday!”

It was very welcoming and homely. The welcome basket of goodies is such a thoughtful gesture too! We had such a great stay and will definitely be returning next time we visit Whitby!

- Joanna, February 2023
David October 2022

“On arrival we were really delighted with the welcome pack, it was fabulous, we were also extremely pleased with the Sky TV provided, however on arrival we had to give the bathroom a clean it wasn’t up to scratch, the mattress on the small double bed was way to soft for us, which I know is a personal preference.”

The location of Over Esk is excellent a nice walk to the centre with a great pub pit stop along the way.

- David, October 2022
Michelle September 2022

“Excellent location.”

House as described, thoughtfully presented & very well equipped. Excellent shower. Lovely welcome hamper which was an unexpected surprise, thank you. Sky tv a great extra, thank you. Never had this in a cottage before. Whitby is a lovely town. Lots of history and exploring to do. We loved the piers. We were lucky with the weather. Lots of dog walks very close by. We were also lucky enough to see the Tour of Britain cycle race come down our street :) We walked along river Esk a lot. We walked to Larpool viaduct. Lots of birds to see including a kingfisher. Plenty of places to visit close by. We went to Robin Hoods Bay, Goathland and Thornton Le Dale. Lots of lovely independent shops in Whitby which was lovely to see. Our bins were emptied on Wednesday morning very early on so this was a good thing too. We know we can trust Sykes listings as have used several times before.

- Michelle, September 2022

Thanks for a lovely review we walk down near the viaduct a lot and the birds are amazing down there as are the riverside cafes. Property Owner
John July 2022

“Property position very good , housekeeping very poor , the ceramic hob was in a ...”

Property position very good , housekeeping very poor , the ceramic hob was in a very poor condition my wife spent 30 mins cleaning it , the 2 frying pans had to be cleaned underneath to prevent further damage to hob ,the large utensils in the yellow boot next to hob were all caked in grease all had to be washed before use ,one of my dogs was shedding hair we found the dyson to use it was so clodded up it wouldnt start until it was emptied , the tv unit had not been dusted in ages not value for money compared with previous property near Ruswarp

- John, July 2022

Thank you for taking the time to give us feedback on your recent stay at our property. We were very disappointed to hear we did not meet your expectations on this occasion. We take on board all your comments and will address them as we see fit. The ceramic hob has recently been installed and has had very little use.The pans were new in April but we will look to replace these. The hoover will also be replaced to avoid any further issues in the future. We make sure all areas are cleaned prior to guests arriving using anti bacterial sprays and wipes, whilst we value constructive criticismdid feel some oof your comments were a little unfair. We are constantly upgrading and renewing fixtures and fittings to maintain the high standards we provide for our guests.Previous reviews reflect the efforts we put into our property and the positive comments we achieve by doing this.We do hope you enjoyed our lovely garden and decking area with its quality rattan furniture, a perfect place to enjoy the generous welcome pack we provided for you. Property Owner
Leanne June 2022

“Lovely house to stay in for the week.”

Perfect location and very homely. We had everything we needed and more. The welcome hamper was a lovely surprise and was very generous, thank you. The garden was a great sun trap and we appreciated the nice outdoor furniture on sunny afternoons. We will definitely be staying again in the future.

- Leanne, June 2022

Thank you Leanne much appreciated. Property Owner
Dawn June 2022

“We had a lovely stay at Over Esk.”

The cottage was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. The welcome pack was a lovely treat and even had doggy chews for our little dog. We would definitely stay again .

- Dawn, June 2022
Louise May 2022

“Great location within easy walking distance of Whitby just a short 10 -15 minutes walk, would be quicker if we didnt have a couple of miniature dachshunds in toe with little legs.”

Over Esk was exceptionally clean with a lovely welcome pack on arrival, even catered for the dogs with treats and dog toys. Great addition was the SKY TV, I dont think we've ever been anywhere where you can catch up on your soaps on the TV and are not scrambling for something to watch of an evening when you want to relax. Garden is an added bonus and sun trap, with nice furniture to relax in. Every little detail catered for, we will definately be back. Only let down was the small double bed when you are used to a King size.

- Louise, May 2022

Thanks Louise. New Simba mattress now and always trying to improve. Property Owner
Susan May 2022

“The owners have done everything to ensure a relaxed and comfortable holiday.”

Such a warm house, we hardly had the heating on at all for the week. The hamper was fantastic. Very safe enclosed garden. The only issue was parking as it was chaotic with residents of the flats across the main road parking in dangerous places and blocking access, but this is outside the control of the owners. Everything about the cottage was otherwise perfect.

- Susan, May 2022
Andrea April 2022

“This is a very nice house & we'd stay again.”

One small thing was there was no tv in the main bedroom. Other than that it's a very well equipped and comfortable property.

- Andrea, April 2022

Thanks Andrea we are looking at TV option in main bedroom. We are looking at an extra bedroom in loft too. Property Owner
Gareth March 2022

“They said there was a washer dryer in the welcome book, there wasn't.”

Also said information on refuses & recycling days for bins available on back of main kitchen cupboard door not there, found out during our stay that it was refuse week after the they had emptied the bins to late for bin to be put out, but wouldn't have been able to put bin out as bin was absolutely full off past people's rubbish.

- Gareth, March 2022
Tom February 2022

“Well presented, clean cottage with all the amenities needed for a great stay.”

We were made to feel very welcome upon arrival with some unexpected treats left for both us and our dog which was a lovely surprise. The cottage was very dog friendly with a lovely enclosed back garden and blankets to make her feel warm and cosy. The location was perfect for us with pubs and shops a short walk away with roadside parking easily available outside the cottage. A real gem, would definitely stay here again :)

- Tom, February 2022

Thanks Tom much appreciated. Property Owner
Phil September 2021

“This cottage was rated at 3 ticks we believe that has it has been refurbished it should be 4 ticks , it exceeded our expectations and was excellent .”

It’s ideally located only 10 minutes walk into town , a good enclosed garden perfect for dog owners and a nice decked area for outdoor eating. Clean and well presented .

- Phil, September 2021
Roberta September 2021

“No where to hang outdoor coats,no where to put shoes after being out, not enough ...”

No where to hang outdoor coats,no where to put shoes after being out, not enough wardrobe space, could do with a lamp in the living room,not worth the money we paid

- Roberta, September 2021

Thanks Roberta all points actioned. Property Owner
Cliff September 2021

“Had a wonderful stay at the cottage.”

Very comfortable and clean with the added bonus of car parking outside. Great position to enjoy Whitby with just a few minutes walk to town centre and all the bars and restaurants.

- Cliff, September 2021

Show less

Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x double and 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, over head shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Living/dining room
Gas central heating with electric fire
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine and dishwasher
TV and WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Enclosed back garden with lawn, decking and furniture
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.2 miles
pub 0.3 miles, beach 1.8 miles

The property

Nestled on the coast in Whitby is this fantastic semi-detached cottage, Over Esk.

Residing near the River Esk and boasting easy access to beachfront attractions, Over Esk is a charming dwelling for a family of four's seaside getaway. This home-from-home provides you with on-street parking.

Enter the home to be enveloped into a charming open-plan living/dining room, the open-concept of the room makes it a light and airy space for you to unwind in.

The sitting area is equipped for relaxation, with ample seating available for you to curl up on; switch on the TV and electric fire to enjoy a peaceful evening.

Continue through to the kitchen to find a wealth of appliances, where the chef of the group can rustle up home-cooked meals, to be enjoyed at the dining area with your loved ones.

In the evening, head to bed in a double room upstairs, a space that benefits from tasteful decor and views out to Whitby Abbey.

The snug twin room is located nearby, with pretty, nautical finishes.

The shower room is only down the corridor, featuring a shower over bath to wash the day away in.

Outside, enjoy alfresco dining on the decking or sunbathe on the loungers as your furry friends stretch their legs. Your amenities are at your doorstep in Whitby, with a selection of pubs, eateries and independent shops waiting to be explored.

Venture down to the beachfront and paddle in the waters, or walk your furry friends up to the famed Whitby Abbey; the Whitby and Captain Cook Museums also await, where you cna immerse yourself in maritime history.

Robin Hood's Bay is a great spot for the family, with a children's playground featuring sea views and the fascinating Robin Hood's Bay Museum, along with a fabulous restaurant, the Fish Box.

Venture further south to resort town of Scarborough and board the Scarborough North Bay Railway to run through the coastal scenery, or take the little one for a thrilling time at SEA LIFE or Alpamare UK.

Be sure to walk the Cleveland Way path to discover more coastal activities, or head further inland to the North York Moors National Park and get back to nature.

There is so much fun to be had from Over Esk.

View on map

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 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.

Enclosed front and rear garden. Lovely back garden - suntrap with new composite decking & large table & chairs for al fresco dining. Wifi. Pets accepted. -up to 2 small dogs

**Please be aware that this property can only accept 4 people including infants under 2 years.**

This property offers the following short breaks:

Off-season

Your selection:

Features

Reviews & Ratings

“Lovely comfortable home from home , very well equipped, very generous welcome hamper and ideal position for town centre .”

“We stayed here for a week in August and loved it.”

“Fantastic property in a fantastic location.”

“Excellent well equipped house in an ideal location for exploring Whitby and the surrounding attractions.”

“This place has everything we needed and more!”

“Lovely comfortable home from home.”

“We really enjoyed our stay at Over Esk, the house was so well equipped with everything we needed, the welcome pack was so generous, garden was lovely to sit in, we always got a parking place outside the house and a nice stroll into Whitby town.”

“Brilliant little cottage,not far from town but still quiet at same time,garden ...”

“Absolutely lovly property home from home feel and felt well looked after was ...”

“Just returned after a lovely week at Over Esk.”

“Over Esk was a very comfortable cottage which was just sitting on the towns edge which suited us.”

“Had a great week here with 4 adults and 2 small dogs.”

“Lovely cottage.”

“The cottage was wonderful!”

“We had a lovely week at Over Esk, it was so welcoming and cosy.”

“Had a wonderful week at Over Esk weather was wonderful which is a bonus absolutely everything you could possibly need in the property & on street parking.”

“Amazing location and views property was comfortable would benefit from a travel ...”

“The quality of the whole experience was excellent.”

“Beautiful house, we had a wonderful holiday, the food basket was a lovely thing to arrive to, we would definitely come back again.”

“Over Esk was the perfect accommodation for our family for this holiday!”

“Excellent location.”

“Property position very good , housekeeping very poor , the ceramic hob was in a ...”

“Lovely house to stay in for the week.”

“We had a lovely stay at Over Esk.”

“Great location within easy walking distance of Whitby just a short 10 -15 minutes walk, would be quicker if we didnt have a couple of miniature dachshunds in toe with little legs.”

“The owners have done everything to ensure a relaxed and comfortable holiday.”

“This is a very nice house & we'd stay again.”

“They said there was a washer dryer in the welcome book, there wasn't.”

“Well presented, clean cottage with all the amenities needed for a great stay.”

“This cottage was rated at 3 ticks we believe that has it has been refurbished it should be 4 ticks , it exceeded our expectations and was excellent .”

“No where to hang outdoor coats,no where to put shoes after being out, not enough ...”

“Had a wonderful stay at the cottage.”

Summary

The property

View on map

About the location

WHITBY