Seamstress Cottage

Description

An attractive seaside themed cottage with an enclosed garden,  tucked away in a pretty yard in the centre of Whitby. The cottage is in an ideal location close to shops, restaurants, pubs and only a five minute walk to Whitby's award winning beach and West Cliff attractions. This Cottage is ideal for families or couples.

A number of steps lead down to the property.

GROUND FLOOR:
Entrance: Off Bakehouse Yard into the lounge.
Lounge: TV with Freeview, electric woodburner effect fire and surround.
Kitchen/Diner: Gas oven, hob and grill. Microwave, fridge with icebox and radio/CD player. Dining table and chairs.
Staircase from lounge leading to first floor:

FIRST FLOOR:
Bedroom 1: Double bed and built-in wardrobe.
Bedroom 2: Full size bunk beds, chest of drawers and hanging space.
Bathroom: Bath, shower over the bath, toilet and washbasin.

Pets: Sorry, no pets.
Garden: Enclosed garden with patio area, table and chairs.
Parking: A parking permit is provided for the West Cliff car park.
Heating: Gas central heating.
Short Breaks: Not accepted at peak times.
Notes: Please bring your own towels. WiFi is not available. 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.

Access Statement

Access Statement 

Property Name: Seamstress Cottage, Whitby 

Description: House 

 

Pre-arrival 

The nearest bus stop is: Whitby Bus Station, 500m 

The nearest train station is: Whitby, 500m 

The nearest food shop is: Flowergate, 0.2 mile 

The nearest pub/restaurant is: The Ship, Pier Lane, 100m 

The nearest petrol is: Harrisons, Upgang Lane, 0.3m 

Mobility equipment hire is: Whitby DAG, Flowergate, Whitby 

 

Arrival and car parking 

Type of parking available: car park 

For what sized cars? all 

Good space to unload once parked? Yes 

Number of spaces available: Many 

The parking surface is: Tarmac 

Distance to the property from the parking: 600m 

Is parking level? Yes 

Distance to nearest parking area: 600m 

Is it pay and display? Yes 

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

How many steps are there en route to the entrance: Up from the harbour 27, Down off street, 10 

 

Main entrance 

How many entrances are there to the property? 2 

The doors widths are: Front 84cm, back 78cm 

Keyhole height: 98cm 

How many steps are there to the entrance: 2 

 

Living and dining rooms 

The flooring is: Laminate 

The door widths are: Front 84cm, door to kitchen 76cm 

Is there good space between the furniture: Yes 

Is it movable or fixed: Movable 

 

Kitchen 

The flooring is: Laminate 

The door widths are: 78cm 

The worktop height is: 89cm 

Is the oven set high or low? Low 

The fridge height is: 85cm 

The freezer height is:  

Is crockery stored high or low? Low 

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: 1 

The number of steps between floors is: 13 

The flooring is: Carpet 

The door widths are: 76cm 

Bed sizes are:  

Is the bedroom furniture movable or fixed: Movable  

 

Bathrooms and cloakrooms 

The door widths are: 76cm 

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 showroom?: Yes 

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

The flooring is tiled 

 

Outdoor facilities 

External areas are: Firm, sloped, stepped, gravel and grassed 

Permanent seated is not provided 

There is no 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: Excellent 

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: