South View Cottage

4.5★

Very good

5 Guests
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Electric car charging
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

11 Customer Review(s)

Alasdair
October 2022

“We had a fantastic stay at South View Cottage.”

The property was brilliant and ticket all the boxes for us. Clean, comfortable, wonderful garden. The welcome pack was a lovely touch and we enjoyed the sweet treats after our days out walking. We will definitely return to South View Cottage. Thank you.

The property was brilliant and ticket all the boxes for us. Clean, comfortable, wonderful garden. The welcome pack was a lovely touch and we enjoyed the sweet treats after our days out walking. We will definitely return to South View Cottage. Thank you.

- Alasdair, October 2022
Stephen August 2022

“We had a lovely stay in the house, everything we wanted.”

The location is great for exploring the area. It is peaceful and the view from the rear of the house is fabulous. Just one thing to note was the back garden whilst pretty secure did have a couple of areas that our dog would have got through, although didn’t cause us an issue.

- Stephen, August 2022
Ian July 2022

“We loved the cottage, it was gorgeous.”

The only negative I would mention is that the lowest temperature setting of the shower was still very hot so not ideal for the summertime! Everything else was perfect and the location of the cottage was great. The welcome bag of goodies was a nice touch too, thank you!

- Ian, July 2022
M July 2022

“South View is a lovely clean well presented cottage freshly decorated with a pleasant sunny private garden which is nice to have your breakfast out side.”

The parking is tight but we managed with a Discovery, the hedge just needs keeping trimmed. Sleights is a very nice Village which handy for driving out to Whitby and the Moors ( you can soon be where you want to be). My only criticism would be the beds are not the most comfy, we have stayed in two or three sykes managed cottages now and this has been the case, i know mattresses are not cheap but if you are going away to rest and re charge you need good sleep. ( so maybe advise all property owners) We are happy to recommend this cottage to others it worked for us and a young family.

- M, July 2022
John June 2022

“The cottage itself was extremely clean and comfortable, with all the appliances one would expect.”

The garden was the perfect space and ideal for our dog Rosie - totally secure. We were most appreciative of the bag of goodies. Our only negative would be the absence of an information booklet and a guest comment book. Recommendations for local attractions and pubs and restaurants would have been helpful. As a result we had no idea of which bin should have been put out on which day. It should also be said that a bigger car than our VW Golf would have been difficult to park close up to the property.

- John, June 2022

Thank you for such positive feedback. We have become used to the parking over the years but some guests do find it a tight spot. The bins are sorted by ourselves and our gardener helps too. We should place a calender in the utility room with dates for which bin to go out on alternate Tuesdays to help our guests where needed. With regard to a house manual there was one in the past and we have let it slip. This may be a good time to reinstate the information folder. Property Owner
Stephen May 2022

“South View Cottage is a great place to stay in the Whitby area.”

The house was clean, beds comfortable and the central heating worked well. It has a modern smart TV, good WiFi and the shower was first rate. It's in a good location to get to Whitby and surrounding coast. The garden was pleasant. The parking outside the house was a bit of a challenge with our big car, but there is a public car park a stones throw away. There is an EV charger that we would have used for our hybrid car, but it had not been commissioned. If EV charging is essential to you, check beforehand. In summary, a well equipped house that we would happily stay at again.

- Stephen, May 2022

Thanks Stephen for raising the issue regarding the EV charger, which has now been resolved for future guests. Glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Property Owner
Edward April 2022

“Very comfortable stay.”

High standard of decor and cleanliness. Would have no trouble recommending and would definitely return. Many thanks for a great stay.

- Edward, April 2022

It's good to hear you enjoyed staying at South View. Our new cleaner is doing a great job and your early season feedback is very encouraging. Property Owner
Georgina September 2021

“Cottage was dirty (eg dust under beds and on skirting boards; rugs covered in pet hairs).”

Soft furnishings shabby and grubby. No cleaning fluid was left except washing up liquid, so we had nothing to clean stubborn stains or the oven. Broken light in utility room has still not been fixed (see earlier comment). The bathroom and kitchen were fine but the other rooms need bringing up to standard. Parking very awkward - we used the little public car park nearby. Good bus services however, and Sleights is a good village to stay.

- Georgina, September 2021

Your feedback is appreciated and it is clear the cottage did not meet your expectations. For next season the sofas are being replaced along with new cushions. A new cleaning service will be in place for 2022 in order to ensure all areas of the cottage are cleaned to a consistently high standard. Property Owner
Brian August 2021

“Our third stay at this property in the last four years and always an enjoyable experience.”

However, there are a few points which warrant attention - the light in the utility room did not work, we could not find the butter dish if in fact there is one, the small rug in the second bedroom looks dirty and should be replaced, the hairy cushions on the main settee are horrible and the cushion seats on the main settee gradually slipped forward during an evening's tv viewing prompting the question of should the settee be replaced?

- Brian, August 2021

Glad you enjoyed the cottage. We have now changed all the items you raise in your helpful feedback. It's been a difficult couple of years to keep up to everything. New sofas arrive in January so no more slipping and sliding! Look forward to having you stay again next time you're in the area. Property Owner
Suzanne July 2021

“Stayed in this wonderful cottage for a week in July.”

It was spotless, very comfortable and in a fantastic location. The enclosed rear garden was perfect for us as we had our four month old puppy with us who was able to roam free. We will most definitely be booking this cottage again in the future.

- Suzanne, July 2021

So pleased you enjoyed our cottage. The garden is a proper sun trap and we love the privacy and views, while our little dog plays too. Hopefully, you'll like the changes we're making to the lounge (i.e. new furniture) should you decide to rebook in the future. Property Owner
Julie August 2020

“We arrived at our scheduled time of 4pm and we were met by the housekeepers.”

They apologised and asked for an extra 30 minutes. They explained they were running a little late due to the extra deep cleaning that they had to do. We said it was no problem and we happily waited in the pub The Salmon Leap which was literally on our doorsrep. We waited for the housekeeper to leave and entered the cottage. They certainly did give it a deep clean. It was thoroughly spotless and dust free. The cottage had everything we needed for a weeks stay. Perfect location. It was only 8 minutes on the train into Whitby and the train station is also on the door step. The back garden is beautiful and well kept. There were two gardeners that came during the week and spent 30 minutes tending to the beautiful mature trees and plants. Also the gardner put the bins out for the bin men. I would highly recommend South View Cottage

- Julie, August 2020

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin and 1 x single. First floor bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC. Ground floor cloakroom. Kitchen. Utility. Dining room with gas stove. Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV, DVD, WiFi. Selection of books/DVDs. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot, highchair and stairgate available. Private parking to the front of the cottage for one car and additional on-street parking nearby. South-facing garden with lawn, established borders, trees, a terrace and BBQ with seating. One well-behaved pet welcome. Shops, pub 10 mins’ walk
Whitby 3 miles.

The property

Ground Floor The ground floor comprises of an entrance porch, excellent kitchen with granite work surfaces, stainless steel cooker, gas hob, microwave, larder fridge and freezer.

There is a separate utility room with a washer and dryer plus a cloaks/WC.

There is a formal dining room with a cast iron wood burning stove-style gas stove, shelves with a library of books and videos, and views of the garden, and is a wonderful room to sit and enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner, chatting over the day's events.

There is a comfortable sitting room, again with views over the garden, with a wood burning stove, flat screen TV and DVD. First Floor On the first floor, the bedrooms feature polished wood floors and comprise, a charming double bedroom with delightful long distance views of Iburndale and the North Yorkshire Moors, a lovely twin bedroom and a single bedroom.

The newly refurbished shower room is very stylish with a large walk-in shower with power shower, washbasin and WC.

Outside To the rear is a splendid, south-facing garden, with lawn, established borders, trees, a terrace and BBQ with seating - enjoy al fresco dining in the sunshine or a nightcap under the stars!

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

WHITBY

Robin Hood's Bay 5.5 miles; Scarborough 19.3 miles; Pickering 23 miles; Guisborough 21.5 miles.

The seaside town and port of Whitby lies at the mouth of the River Esk in the Scarborough district of North Yorkshire. Ideally situated for exploring this beautiful part of Yorkshire, the local area hosts an abundance of activity so you can be sure to get the best out of both the countryside and the coast. From the nearby North York Moors to its Blue Flag beaches, there's something here for every interest and time of year. Amongst its many attractions, Whitby holds a charming atmosphere, home to winding streets and hidden alleys, where you can find a wide selection of eateries and shops scattered amongst them. Take a trip to the picturesque harbour and lighthouse to watch the sun set, or get involved in some whale watching or a coastal cruise to watch the creatures up close. Climb the famous 199 steps to the Whitby Abbey to immerse yourself with history, or visit the Captain Cook Memorial Museum presenting historical and ethnographic exhibition about Cook himself. Hosting an abundance of leisure facilities, opportunities to explore the natural lands, and plenty of coastal delights, Whitby offers something for everyone. Close to the Robin Hood's Bay full of heritage wonders and scenic spots, and in reach of the bustling towns of Scarborough and Middlesbrough, Whitby is a prime location for exploring all of the delights that Yorkshire has to offer.

***PLEASE NOTE - Owner proposes a reconfiguration of bedrooms in November 2020. Bunk beds will be removed and replaced with one single bed. Property will then only accommodate 5 people.***
Free Wi-Fi included.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Private parking is to the front of the cottage for one car and additional on-street parking nearby.
There will be an EV charger at the property from Oct 2021

Whitby, North York Moors & Coast (Ref. 1015759)

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Reviews & Ratings

“We had a fantastic stay at South View Cottage.”

“We had a lovely stay in the house, everything we wanted.”

“We loved the cottage, it was gorgeous.”

“South View is a lovely clean well presented cottage freshly decorated with a pleasant sunny private garden which is nice to have your breakfast out side.”

“The cottage itself was extremely clean and comfortable, with all the appliances one would expect.”