Thornwick Cottage

Description

This stone-built cottage is situated along the High Street going down the hill into the old village of Staithes. It is only a few minutes from the seafront. The cottage is furnished and decorated to a high standard yet retains original features such as wooden floorboards and an open fireplace. The accommodation is over four floors.

GROUND FLOOR:
Lounge: TV and feature fireplace with wood-burning stove.
Second Lounge: Sofa, leather chair and games chest.

BASEMENT:
Kitchen/Diner: Fridge freezer, electric cooker with grill, oven and extractor fan, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine. iPod docking station, radio/CD player and dining table with chairs. Door leading to patio with sitting out furniture.

FIRST FLOOR:
Bedroom 1: Double bed, built-in wardrobe, dressing table.
Shower Room: Double shower, toilet, washbasin.
Landing Area with day bed. Leading to:

SECOND FLOOR:
Bedroom 2: Double bed, wall hanging space, TV and partitioned en-suite bathroom within the room.
En-suite: Roll-top bath, toilet, washbasin.

Pets: One dog welcome.
Parking: No parking provided but you can drive down to the property to load and unload. There is a pay and display car park at the top of the hill.
Garden: Patio area at the rear of the property with sitting out furniture.
Heating: Woodburning stove in the lounge and electric central heating.
Short breaks: Not accepted at peak times.
Notes: Please bring your own towels. Because of the steep stairs, this property is not suitable for people with mobility problems. Unlimited WiFi is available free of charge. No smoking at this property. No mobile phone signal.
Pub: 0.2 miles, Shop: 0.1 mile.

Staithes
Staithes is a pretty, traditional fishing village with bundles of charm located 10 miles north of Whitby and offers an idyllic location for holidaymakers visiting the seaside. The village boasts some of the narrowest cobbled streets in the north and is connected with ginnels, nooks and winding streets. There is plenty to see and do with pubs, cafes, shops, art galleries and a fish smokehouse. The village hosts real ale and jazz festivals during the year and attracts many visitors. For those fancying taking to the waters there are regular boat trips to Whitby from Staithes. There are many walks around the area along the cliff tops and through to Whitby, it is an ideal location for any holidaymaker.

Area Information

Staithes
Staithes is a pretty, traditional fishing village with bundles of charm located 10 miles north of Whitby and offers an idyllic location for holidaymakers visiting the seaside. The village boasts some of the narrowest cobbled streets in the north and is connected with ginnels, nooks and winding streets. There is plenty to see and do with pubs, cafes, shops, art galleries and a fish smokehouse. The village hosts real ale and jazz festivals during the year and the September Arts Festival is becoming a very popular event which attracts many visitors. For those fancying taking to the waters there are regular boat trips to Whitby from Staithes. There are many walks around the area along the cliff tops and through to Whitby, it is an ideal location for any holidaymaker.

For more information on Staithes and the surrounding area and local events see our Yorkshire Coast Guide and the Festivals & Events Guide.

Access Statement

Access Statement 

Property Name: Thornwick Cottage 

Description: House 

Pre-arrival 

The nearest bus stop is: A174, Staithes Lane 

The nearest train station is: Salburn by the sea, 10 miles 

The nearest food shop is: Co-op, Whitby Road, 1 mile 

The nearest pub/restaurant is: High Street, 200m 

The nearest petrol is: Hinderwell, 2 miles 

Mobility equipment hire is: Whitby DAG, Flowergate, Whitby 

Arrival and car parking 

Type of parking available: Limited on-street 

For what sized cars? Normal 

The width of the path to the property is: Standard on-street 

How many steps are there en route to the entrance: 0 

Main entrance 

How many entrances are there to the property? 2 

The doors widths are: Standard 

Keyhole height: Mid-door 

How many steps are there to the entrance: 2 

Living and dining rooms 

The flooring is: Wooden and rugs 

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: High 

The freezer height is: Low 

Is crockery stored high or low? Low 

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: 4 

The number of steps between floors is: 12  

The flooring is: Carpet 

The door widths are: Standard 

Bed sizes are: 2'6”, 4'6” 

Is the bedroom furniture movable or fixed: Movable 

Bathrooms and cloakrooms 

The door widths are: En suite 32”, main bathroom 30” 

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 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: firm, level and stepped 

Permanent seated is 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 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 – telephone box 30 second walk 

Mobile reception details: No mobile reception in the village 

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: On-street parking is limited to 40 minutes in the day and can park over night from 6pm-9am. Car park is available at £6 per day from 1 March to 31 October, otherwise free. 

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