Hope House

Description

This beautiful period family house has been refurbished and restored with great care in keeping with its original character. It now offers comfortable accommodation with all modern comforts, sleeping up to 5 people . The property has lots of original features and period ornaments, such as fireplaces, a traditional range in the dining room and an elegant wooden four-poster bed in the main bedroom. The house is situated in a pleasant residential area of the popular historic seaside resort of Whitby, only a short walk to the seafront and the town centre. Whitby is famous for its beauty and amazing history as well as its sandy beach, tearooms and Fish & Chip shops. The beautiful Whitby Abbey and St. Mary's Parish Church are also renowned for their connection with Bram Stoker's Dracula.

GROUND FLOOR
Entrance: Into a hallway.
Lounge: Leather corner sofas, TV with Freeview, DVD and ROKU, impressive period fireplace with open fire.
Dining Room: Dining table and chairs, traditional range, storage cupboard with a freezer, door to the kitchen.
Kitchen: Fridge with an icebox, electric cooker with oven and grill, microwave, door leading out to a small yard.
Outside Toilet and washing machine.

FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1: Four-poster king-size bed, wardrobe, chest of drawers, cloakroom with washbasin, feature fireplace.
Bedroom 2: Double bed, feature fireplace, washbasin, utility cupboard.

SECOND FLOOR
Bedroom 3: Twin beds, wardrobe, chest of drawers. Shower cubicle.
Bathroom: Bath, toilet and washbasin.

Pets: Two dogs are welcome.
Parking: On-street parking on a first come first served basis.
Garden/Patio: Small enclosed yard.
Heating: Gas central heating, open fire in the lounge. Starter bucket of coal provided.
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. Due to the steep stairs, narrow landing and parking arrangements this property may not be suitable for people with mobility problems.

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: Hope House  

Description: House 

Pre-arrival 

The nearest bus stop is: Rievaulx East, 0.2 miles 

The nearest train station is: Whitby, 0.6 miles 

The nearest food shop is: Lidl, 1 mile 

The nearest pub/restaurant is: The Little Angel, 0.3 miles 

The nearest petrol is: Harrisons, 0.2 miles 

Mobility equipment hire is: evmobility@aol.com, 01947 825555, 0.9 miles 

Arrival and car parking 

Type of parking available: on-street, first come first served 

For what sized cars? Standard 

Good space to unload once parked? Yes 

The parking surface is: Tarmac 

Distance to the property from the parking: immediate 

Is parking level? Yes 

Distance to nearest parking area: Crescent Avenue 

Is it pay and display? Yes 

The width of the path to the property is: 4ft plus 

How many steps are there en route to the entrance: None 

Main entrance 

How many entrances are there to the property? Two 

The doors widths are: 2ft 7?, 2ft 3? 

Keyhole height: 4ft 4? 

How many steps are there to the entrance: None 

Living and dining rooms 

The flooring is: Wooden 

The door widths are: 2ft 5? 

Is there good space between the furniture: Yes 

Is it movable or fixed: Movable 

Kitchen 

The flooring is: Wooden/ linoleum 

The door widths are: 2ft 5? 

The worktop height is: 3ft 

Is the oven set high or low? Floor 

The fridge height is: Floor 

The freezer heights 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: Freezer is in the dining room under the stairs 

Bedrooms and landings 

How many floors does the property have: Two 

The number of steps between floors is: 12 and 14 

The door widths are: 2ft 5? 

The flooring is: Carpet 

Bed sizes are: 3-4ft, 5ft 

Is the bedroom furniture movable or fixed: Movable 

Bathrooms and cloakrooms 

The door widths are: 2ft 5? 

Is there an accessible or adapted WC?: No 

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

Is there a ground floor WC?: Yes 

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: Wood/Linoleum 

Outdoor Facilities 

External areas are firm and level 

Permanent seating is not provided 

There is no colour contrast of critical surfaces 

There are no footpaths to follow for visually/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: Talk Talk 

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 height: Low 

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

Any other information: The property is not suited to wheel chairs due to the age of the property. However there is a downstairs outside toilet with one step into this.