Black Pearl

Description

Black Pearl is a lovely second floor two-bedroom apartment on the West Cliff in Whitby just off Skinner Street with its popular shops and restaurants. The apartment has been decorated and presented to a high standard. It is only a few minute walk to the Esplanade, the beach and the Swing Bridge leading to the Abbey and famous 199 steps. Perfect location to explore all Whitby's attractions.

GROUND FLOOR
Entrance: Through a shared lobby, stairs to the second floor.

SECOND FLOOR
Lounge/Kitchen/Dining Room: Original piece of art work by a local artist Catherine Stephenson. TV with Freesat and DVD, iPod docking station. Fridge freezer, glass ceramic hob and electric oven with grill, washer dryer, microwave, modern electric fireplace, table and chairs.
Bathroom: Bath, shower over the bath, toilet, washbasin.
Bedroom 1: King-size bed, wardrobe, TV. 
Bedroom 2: Twin beds that can be zipped into king-size bed, chest of drawers, large fitted wardrobe, TV and DVD player.

Pets: Sorry, no pets.
Parking: Scratch cards are provided for on-street parking on a first come first served basis in zoned areas.
Heating: Gas central heating and electric fire.
Short breaks: Not accepted at peak times.
Notes: Please bring your own towels. Cot and high chair are available. Unlimited WiFi is available free of charge. No smoking at this property. Mobile phone signal is strong.

Area Information

Whitby
Whitby is a popular choice for visitors all year round. It is well known for its long sandy beach and delicious seafood. The river Esk flows through the town to the sea and cottages are perched on the hills on each side, with cobbled streets and historic yards providing a maze of places to explore. The town has a fantastic mix of modern shops and services, traditional stores and boutique shops. Whitby jet continues to be made into beautiful jewellery and sold in a number of shops.  There are plenty of excellent restaurants which serve local fish and seafood, as well as a wonderful choice of cafes and tearooms.

The ruins of Whitby Abbey stand dominantly on the clifftop and can be reached by climbing the 199 steps from the old town. The Abbey is said to have been the inspiration for Bram Stoker's novel Count Dracula, and its gothic splendour is the perfect place from which to take in some truly stunning views over the town, harbour and coastline. Whitby harbour is steeped in history and visitors can see where British explorer Captain James Cook first worked as an apprentice before setting sail and discovering Australia. A statue of this great explorer stands proudly above the town, along with some huge whalebones, a sign of the town's maritime history. The harbour is a buzz of activity and you can enjoy early mornings watching the fishing boats come ashore before getting first choice of their catch of the day.

There's always something happening throughout the town, with festivals and fairs are held throughout the year. These include Whitby Folk Week and the Whitby Regatta, and there are two popular Goth festivals each year. For more information on Whitby and the surrounding area and local events see our Yorkshire Coast Guide and the Festivals & Events Guide.