Harriet Hannah's Cottage

Description

This lovely cottage is located in the heart of the old town at the end of the cobbled part of Church Street leading to the 199 steps. Furnished to a high standard maintaining period features like beamed ceilings and panelled walls, with great views of the harbour and out to sea from the second floor. Another property that benefits from return visitors every year.

GROUND FLOOR:
Entrance porch: Leading to
Lounge/Diner/Kitchen: Digital TV, dining table and chairs, fridge, electric cooker with oven, microwave and washing machine.

FIRST FLOOR:
Bedroom 1: Double bed, built-in wardrobe, chest of drawers, dressing table, TV/DVD.
Bathroom: Bath, hand shower set, toilet and washbasin.

SECOND FLOOR:
Bedroom 2: Twin beds, TV/DVD, hanging space and chest of drawers. Also, a comfortable seating area in front of the window with wonderful views of the harbour and out to sea.

Pets: Two dogs welcome.
Parking: Scratchcards are provided for on street parking within the designated zones on the West Cliff 15-20 minutes walk away.
Short breaks: Not accepted at peak times.
Heating: Gas central heating.
Notes: Towels are provided. Unlimited WiFi is available free of charge. No smoking at this property. Mobile phone signal is variable.

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: Harriet Hannah's Cottage 

Description: Cottage 

Pre-arrival 

The nearest bus stop is: Street, 200 yards 

The nearest train station is: Station Square, 0.25 miles 

The nearest food shop is: Street, 100 yards 

The nearest pub/restaurant is: Family, 10 yards 

The nearest petrol is: Sainsburys, 1 mile 

Mobility equipment hire is: Whitby DAG, Flowergate, Whitby 

Arrival and car parking 

Type of parking available: Street – on arrival/to unload 

For what sized cars? Normal 

Good space to unload once parked? Yes 

Number of spaces available: 0 

The parking surface is: Cobbles 

Distance to the property from the parking: 300 yards 

Is parking level? No 

Distance to nearest parking area: 300 yards 

Is it pay and display? Yes 

The width of the path to the property is: 2ft 

How many steps are there en route to the entrance: 2 

Main entrance 

How many entrances are there to the property? 1 

The doors widths are: Standard 

Keyhole height: 3ft 

How many steps are there to the entrance: 2 

Living and dining rooms 

The flooring is:  

The door widths are: Standard 

Is there good space between the furniture: Yes 

Is it movable or fixed: Movable 

Kitchen 

The flooring is:  

The door widths are: Standard 

The worktop height is: Standard 

Is the oven set high or low? Low 

The fridge height is: Set on floor 

The freezer height is: Floor 

Is crockery stored high or low? High 

Is any equipment stored externally or away from the main kitchen area, if so which and where:  

Bedrooms and landings 

How many floors does the property have: 2 

The number of steps between floors is: 12 

The flooring is: Vinyl 

The door widths are: Standard 

Bed sizes are: 2'6”, 5ft, 6ft 

Is the bedroom furniture movable or fixed: Movable 

Bathrooms and cloakrooms 

The door widths are: Standard 

Is there an accessible or adapted WC?: No 

Is there an accessible or adapted bath/shower?: No 

Is there a ground floor WC?: No 

Is there a ground floor bath or showroom?: No 

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

The flooring is vinyl 

Outdoor facilities 

External areas are: Firm, sloped and stepped 

Permanent seated is not provided 

There is outside lighting 

There is no colour contrast of critical surfaces (eg white on edge of steps)  

There are no 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: Top floor only 

Can you easily access an electrical socket in all rooms without having to move furniture (not WC or baths)?: No 

Are electrical sockets generally set low or height: Low 

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

Any other information: Please note that this property is not disabled friendly