Steps Cottage

Description

An attractive little cottage situated at the lower end of the Donkey path and 199 steps. This unique 2 bedroom cottage in the heart of historic Whitby's old town boasting outstanding views of the Harbour Mouth above Tate Hill beach, offering a delightful elevated private patio with stunning views of the Harbour and up river to the marine. This quaint cottage retains many period features, full of character and charm whilst only a stone throw from a variety of fantastic retaurants and friendly pubs. Access to the cottage is via a number of steps, not suitable for guests with mobility issues.

GROUND FLOOR:
Entrance: Small lobby to hang coats. Leading to:
Lounge/ Diner: Two settees, TV with Freesat and Blu-ray player. Dining table & chairs.
Kitchen: Galley style kitchen with electric oven & hob, Fridge with icebox. microwave,
Hallway leading to ground floor shower room: Walk-in shower, toilet, washbasin and heated towel rail.
Rear door access to patio.

FIRST FLOOR:
Bedroom 1: Zip & Link super-king size bed (which upon request can be made up as a twin) with large fitted wardrobes and dressing table. TV with Freesat.
Bedroom 2: Double bed, hanging space.
Bathroom: Bath, Shower over the bath, washbasin and toilet.

Pets: Sorry, no pets.
Parking: Scratch cards are provided for zoned, local street parking. This is on a first come first served basis.
Heating: Gas central heating.
Garden: Walled private patio area with 4-seater bench-table.
Short Breaks: Not accepted at peak times.
Notes: Towels provided. Unlimited WiFi is available free of charge. The mobile phone signal is strong. No smoking at this property.

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: Steps Cottage 

Description: House 

Pre-arrival 

The nearest bus stop is: Whitby Bus Station 

The nearest train station is: Whitby Train Station 

The nearest food shop is: Town Centre 

The nearest pub/restaurant is: The Duke of York 

The nearest petrol is: Sainsburys, 1 mile 

Mobility equipment hire is: Whitby DAG, Flowergate, Whitby 

Arrival and car parking 

Type of parking available: Street, car park 

The width of the path to the property is: Standard 

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

Main entrance 

How many entrances are there to the property? 2 

The doors widths are: Standard 

Living and dining rooms 

The flooring is: Carpet 

The door widths are: Standard 

Is there good space between the furniture: Yes 

Is it movable or fixed: Movable 

Kitchen 

The flooring is: Tiled 

The door widths are: Standard 

The worktop height is: Standard 

Is the oven set high or low? Low 

The fridge height is: Standard 

The freezer height is:  

Is crockery stored high or 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:  

The flooring is: Carpet 

The door widths are: Standard 

Bed sizes are: 4'6?, 6ft 

Is the bedroom furniture movable or fixed: Movable  

Bathrooms and cloakrooms 

The door widths are: Standard 

Is there an accessible or adapted WC?: Yes 

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

Is there a ground floor WC?: Yes 

Is there a ground floor bath or showroom?: Yes 

Is there any shower where access is level rather than having to step up?: Yes 

The flooring is vinyl 

Outdoor facilities 

External areas are: Firm, level and stepped 

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)?:  

Are electrical sockets generally set low or height: Low 

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

Any other information: