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The Retreat - Sandsend

Sandsend, North Yorkshire
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
No Dogs
5 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Luxury
Romantic
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Picture-postcard, North Yorkshire cottage sleeping four guests
  • Origins dating back to the 17th-century
  • Rich, luxurious interiors with an emphasis on quality
  • Award-winning gardens emanating calm
  • Fabulous location, parcelled between the moors and sea
  • Featured on the TV programme, Homes by the Sea
Property code: G0160

Chocolate box features and regal decor are combined to make this North Yorkshire property an enviable getaway destination. The gorgeous country cottage offers an award-winning garden that’s a haven of peace and calm - an antidote to busy days spent exploring Whitby and the wider Yorkshire coastline. Completely detached and surrounded by the vast woodlands and wilderness of the North York Moors, both privacy and quiet are always assured throughout your stay here, ideal for those guests seeking an escape from city life. Accommodating four guests across two palatial bedrooms, the abode is made for two couples seeking quality time on a holiday together.

Fastidiously designed with light, bright interiors and chateau-style accents throughout, this country retreat is filled to the brim with character and life. Step into the farmhouse kitchen where hearty dinners can be rustled up, complete with an easy dining table and access to the more formal dining room next door. After dinner, the cosiest lounge space with a wood burner and TV/DVD invites you to end every day. The first of the two double bedrooms is located downstairs, alongside a handy family bathroom, whilst a second double bedroom and an en-suite bathroom with a roll-top bath is just upstairs. Outside, the half-acre garden enjoys lawn space, a summerhouse and a rose garden – a place to lounge around with a great book and a delicious picnic through slow, sunny afternoons.

Liven things up a bit as you head out each day on an adventure, seeking excitement in the gothic town of Whitby just 2.5 miles away. This literature-rich town is a seaside haven with a beautiful beach, famous 199 Steps up to Whitby Abbey and plenty of opportunities for boat trips including sea cruises and wildlife-spotting ventures. Be sure to collect some Whitby jet as a souvenir of your travels.

  • Family Friendly
  • 2 bedrooms: 2 doubles
  • 2 bathrooms: 1 family bathroom with walk-in shower and WC, 1 en-suite with roll-top bath and WC
  • Kitchen: oven, hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, washer, dryer
  • Wood burner
  • Oven and hob
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Smart TV with DVD player and selection of movies, Bose sound system, books
  • BBQ
  • Award-winning gardens
  • Summerhouse
  • Pub within 0.5 miles
  • Sea 1 mile
  • Shop within 1 mile
  • Ample parking for 2 cars
  • Please note. The cottage has 3 external facing cameras to act as a deterrent due to the remote location
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £250 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Rupert Spiers

This property is personally managed by Rupert.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 28 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Julie 16th August 2024

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The Retreat is a stunning cottage with beautiful grounds in the peaceful village of Newholm. Close to Sandsend n Whitby. It offers everything you need for a relaxing and comfortable stay. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Lisa 2nd August 2024

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We fell in love with The Retreat the moment we walked through the gate. The most peaceful setting, with a beautiful garden. One mile to the beach and perfectly located to visit nearby places of interest. We will be back for sure. We miss it already.

Reviewed by Ela 28th June 2024

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The cottage is very nice and the garden is wonderful. We enjoyed our week holidays a lot.

Reviewed by Robert 14th June 2024

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Lovely cottage , beautiful gardens and very peaceful location. Lots to do in the local area , from great walks to pretty villages and towns to amble around , something for everybody. Would certainly love to come back.

Reviewed by Jane 7th June 2024

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A great cottage. Super comfy, well equipped and immaculately clean. Many thoughtful and helpful touches throughout. Gardens are lovely. A great location to explore this beautiful part of Yorkshire. Enjoyed some fabulous local produce. 5 Star for everything - thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed by Mark 31st May 2024

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Beautiful cottage in a great location from which to explore the surrounding area. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed by Ursula 19th April 2024

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Reviewed by Mike 12th April 2024

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The cottage is beautiful with some lovely decor and so is the garden. The bed in the 'Captain's bedroom' is extremely comfortable. The cottage is ideally situated to explore the North Yorkshire coast, with some lovely bays and villages which are well worth a visit. We would recommend avoiding Whitby itself on a Saturday, unless you like heaving croRead morewds (which luckily seemed to disappear during the week). We experienced some very nice restaurants in Whitby itself. Hide

Reviewed by Susan 15th March 2024

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The Retreat is just what it says 'on the tin'. A beautiful period home, tastefully renovated and furnished, a real gem. You don't really want to leave the place but going up the coast road leads you to Staithes and Saltburn and some amazing fresh air walks, cafes/restaurants/pubs etc. Whitby and Scarborough are very close by. Take some essentials bRead moreut a large Sainsbury's is within a short distance from the property. We had a perfect week and will definitely stay here again. Hide

Reviewed by Sharon 24th November 2023

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Reviewed by John 3rd November 2023

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Reviewed by Helen 7th October 2023

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Wonderful cottage in a beautiful setting.

Reviewed by Debbie 15th September 2023

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To us this is the perfect holiday cottage and really felt like a home from home. So comfortable, tastefully decorated and furnished and warm and cosy. The garden is just beautiful and the privacy and peace and quiet made for a relaxing stay. We loved our stay at The Retreat and the location was perfect for exploring the beautiful coast and countrysRead moreide. We will definitely be back. Hide

Reviewed by Philip 8th September 2023

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Great Cottage, great location for exploring both the cost and inland

Reviewed by Margaret 11th August 2023

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Reviewed by Sue 21st July 2023

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We had a great time at the Retreat in August, lovely cottage and huge garden and a fabulous location. Very peaceful and secluded spot but with easy access to Whitby and all of north Yorks. Definitely recommend the park and ride into Whitby to take the hassle out of parking in town.

Reviewed by Nia 7th July 2023

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Reviewed by Robert 30th June 2023

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Lovely cottage in a lovely location. Not a lot more to add !

Reviewed by Stuart 9th June 2023

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Lovely location and beautiful garden, could only hear the birds and bees, very tranquil.

Reviewed by Stephanie 2nd June 2023

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This is a lovely cottage with a beautiful garden. Very comfortable and cosy. Centrally heated but with extra heating for the cooler days. Separate dining room. Reasonably well provided for self-catering but car needed for dining out. Situated in a pretty village. Shame the local pub has closed but the Penny Clair crafts and gifts shop is a must to Read morevisit. An excellent cafe that does great breakfasts, lunches and afternoon teas. Open 10 - 5 except Monday. Just a short walk. Hide

Reviewed by Neil 1st May 2023

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Fantastic

Reviewed by Simon 21st April 2023

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Brilliant! Gorgeous gardens, cozy cottage decorated it to a high standard, excellent location.

Reviewed by Frances 14th April 2023

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Reviewed by Claire 1st April 2023

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A wonderful cottage in a peaceful location. Well-equipped and very comfortable. Easy walk to the coastal path - north to Sandsend, south to Whitby. Gardener picked us a bunch of fresh flowers from the amazing gardens which wrap around the property. Owners very helpful and communication clear.

Reviewed by Gary 20th March 2023

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a lovely cottage in a quiet out of the way location. Situated at the end of a no through road with just the sounds of chickens, geese and pheasants for company. Inside it is beautifully finished and well maintained with most of the equipment and facilities required for a very restful, comfortable and enjoyable stay

Reviewed by Catherine 30th December 2022

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Relaxing, quiet and peaceful location. Cottage comfortable and lots of homely little touches. We needed some peace and quiet away from it all, and this proved a great place to escape. A little haven.

Reviewed by Maria 21st October 2022

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Absolutely stunning cottage in a great location. Everything you need is provided, although you do need shampoo etc as the only toiletries provided is small bars of soap. The gardens are stunning with their own apple trees and it isn't too far from Whitby or Sandsend, Runswick Bay just further up too. Will definitely return.

Reviewed by Brian 14th October 2022

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Excellent property and its secluded settling really gave the privateness we like. Stayed in 2019 and found the beautiful rooms a little less cclutterd which again enhanced the experience.

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