Doris Cottage

Description

This beautiful Fisherman's cottage is situated in the heart of Whitby's Old Town. It is close to the beach, the famous 199 steps leading up to the Abbey, the Swing Bridge and many charming tearooms, restaurants and boutique shops. Doris Cottage has been renovated to a high standard, it retains its original features and is a real gem. The cottage is an ideal home from home for families and couples. Parking permit for one car for the West Cliff car park is provided.

GROUND FLOOR
Entrance: Into a lounge.
Lounge/Kitchen/Dining Area: TV with Freeview and DVD, traditional gas range fireplace, fridge/freezer, ceramic hob with electric oven and grill, washing machine, microwave, folding table and chairs.

FIRST FLOOR 
Bedroom 1: Double bed, fitted wardrobe, feature fireplace.
Bathroom: Traditional claw foot bath, shower over the bath, vanity unit with washbasin, toilet, heated towel rail.

SECOND FLOOR 
Bedroom 2: Twin beds, chest of drawers, hanging space, open staircase with a door at the bottom of the stairs.

Pets: One pet allowed.
Parking: Parking permit for one car for the West Cliff car park, about 1 mile from the cottage.
Garden/Patio: Communal seating area in front of the cottage.
Heating: Gas central heating and gas range.
Short breaks: Not accepted at peak times.
Notes: Towels are provided. Unlimited WiFi is available free of charge. No smoking at this property. Mobile phone signal is variable. There are some fairly steep stairs which may not be suitable for people with mobility problems & toddlers. A travel cot available on request. Please note that the owner has a dog.

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.

Access Statement

Access Statement 

Property Name: Doris Cottage 

Description: Cottage 

Pre-arrival 

The nearest bus stop is: Whitby Bus Station 

The nearest train station is: Whitby Railway Station 

The nearest food shop is: Co-op, Whitby 

The nearest pub/restaurant is: Duke of York, Church Street 

The nearest petrol is: Sainsburys 

Mobility equipment hire is: Whitby DAG, Flowergate, Whitby 

Arrival and car parking 

Type of parking available: Car Park 

For what sized cars? All sizes 

Good space to unload once parked? Yes  

Number of spaces available: 40 

The parking surface is: Tarmac 

Distance to the property from the parking: Approximately 0.75 miles 

Is parking level? Yes 

Distance to nearest parking area:  

Is it pay and display?  

The width of the path to the property is: 3ft 

How many steps are there en route to the entrance: 7 

Main entrance 

How many entrances are there to the property? 1 

The doors widths are: 28” 

Keyhole height: 4ft 

How many steps are there to the entrance: 3 

Living and dining rooms 

The flooring is: Wooden 

The door widths are: No doors 

Is there good space between the furniture: Yes 

Is it movable or fixed: Movable 

Kitchen 

The flooring is: Wooden 

The door widths are: No doors 

The worktop height is: 90cm 

Is the oven set high or low? Low 

The fridge height is: 85cm 

The freezer height is: No freezer 

Is crockery stored high or low? High 

Is any equipment stored externally or away from the main kitchen area, if so which and where: No 

Bedrooms and landings 

How many floors does the property have: 3 

The number of steps between floors is: 13 and 11 

The flooring is: Carpet 

The door widths are: 28” 

Bed sizes are: 3-4ft, 4'6” 

Is the bedroom furniture movable or fixed: Movable 

Bathrooms and cloakrooms 

The door widths are: 28” 

Is there an accessible or adapted WC?: Yes 

Is there an accessible or adapted bath/shower?: Yes 

Is there a ground floor WC?: No 

Is there a ground floor bath or shower room?: No 

Does the bath or shower have a grab rail or handle fitted: No 

Is there any shower where access is level rather than having to step up?: No 

The flooring is: Tiled 

Outdoor facilities 

External areas are: Sloped and stepped 

Permanent seated is not provided 

There is outside lighting:  

There is colour contrast of critical surfaces (eg white on edge of steps)  

There are footpaths to follow for visually impaired/mobility impaired  

There are no barriers to entry into any part of the garden  

There are no other hazards such as ponds, water features, steep areas  

General 

Is there a land line for guests to use? No 

Mobile reception details:  

Can you easily access an electrical socket in all rooms without having to move furniture (not WC or baths)?: Yes 

Are electrical sockets generally set low or high? Low 

Do you provide speciality alarms for hearing or sight impaired guests?: No 

Any other information:  

This access statement has been completed by the owner and Ingrid Flute's is not to be held responsible for the content therein.