Captain's Cottage

3.8★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

4 Customer Review(s)

Patrick Andrew
February 2025

“We have had a fantastic stay at Captains Cottage in February half term.”

The house has been beautifully decorated, particularly downstairs, and has everything you need. It was very clean and the heating lovely and warm. The location is perfect being about a 5 min walk from South Bay and 15 mins from North Bay. Although it's in a very residential area with parking on the road opposite, (permit provided), it was very quiet. You do step straight out onto the road which is something to be aware of if you have younger kids or dogs. The double bed mattress is very firm ...

The house has been beautifully decorated, particularly downstairs, and has everything you need. It was very clean and the heating lovely and warm. The location is perfect being about a 5 min walk from South Bay and 15 mins from North Bay. Although it's in a very residential area with parking on the road opposite, (permit provided), it was very quiet. You do step straight out onto the road which is something to be aware of if you have younger kids or dogs. The double bed mattress is very firm which is not a criticism just personal preference. The kids found the two singles very comfortable. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it if you want a comfortable quiet clean place to stay.

- Patrick Andrew, February 2025

thank you for the feedback ,I'm so glad you had a great break from Lynne,Graham and Dave Property Owner
Lisa September 2024

“We've had a fantastic week in the cottage and we're really happy with it.”

There were extra little touches that were lovely and would have been helpful to know were there as we carried them all with us unnecessarily! (toilet roll, toiletries, pot liquid, dishwasher tablets, tea towels, tea & coffee) There are a couple of little snagging bits in the cottage that need looking at but we understand that it has recently been purchased and I'm sure they'll get done soon (the kitchen door doesn't close without slamming it which isn't good if it's late at night or early morning! The master bedroom door squeaks very loudly so it's hard to get in/out without disturbing the family, the dryer function on the washer/dryer doesn't work but you can still wash your clothes) I wouldn't let any of the small snagging bits put me off and would definitely book again as this cottage is lovely and located in a good place to travel to either north or south bay. It was clean when we got there and was easy to leave clean when we left as there is a vacuum and mop. The beds were made up with clean linen and the rooms are spacious. Thanks for a lovely stay!

- Lisa, September 2024

thank you for your feedback ,we will address small issues .I'm really glad you had a lovely time Property Owner
Terence September 2024

“Funny smells in bedrooms.”

I use a CPAP machine smell came back home in filter needed a complete clean on getting home.

- Terence, September 2024
Cheryl July 2024

“We liked the house but there were a few issues.”

Dog muck right outside the house didn’t help as it’s on the road (not owners fault) but glad we didn’t tread it in. Furnishings r lovely and it’s well equipped but the front door sticks, door to kitchen doesn’t shut, (luckily it’s heavy or would have been a nightmare as wanted dogs to sleep in the kitchen) bathroom door out of line so lock can be fiddly. Mattress in bedroom hard. Garden light doesn’t work and there r steps so it’s a hazard as u could fall. Also flow pipe in next doors bathroom is not connected but on their property!!!! Telescope in loft room doesn’t work and husband went to look at the blood red moon and the leg fell off so really needs removing. With everything fixed this would be a lovely house. Permit is a great addition as parking in Scarborough is a night mare. Unfortunately with the issues we would not go back to this property and it was not cheap for the 3 nights. The owner is very helpful though.

- Cheryl, July 2024

Thank you for the feedback, which we will take on board. However, we feel it is important to give some perspective. We are new owners, having purchased the property in early June. Along with the purchase, we inherited a lot of bookings throughout the remainder of this year. June, July, August and Sept are, not surprisingly for a seaside resort, very busy. We therefore haven't had a lot of opportunity to undertake minor maintenance between guests due to the high occupancy. To respond directly to your points though:- 1. There's not a lot we can do about dog muck and irresponsible dog owners. 2. Doors sticking/out of line. The cottage is 170 years old and building standards were not as exact as modern day standards, although we do feel as though that is part of the charm of the property. The doors are all fire doors to suit the fire regulations so yes, they are quite heavy. 3. The mattress is hard. This is subjective - some guests have commented directly that they found the beds very comfortable. 4. The garden light doesn't work, that is correct. We will be fitting a new light at the first available opportunity. 5. The flow pipe from next door. As you rightly point out, this is redundant and isn't connected so we're not sure why you have flagged this up as an issue. 6. As part of the purchase, all fixtures and fittings were included in the sale. Whilst we have provided new sofa's, coffee table, curtains etc etc the telescope was left by the previous owner. We weren't aware that it didn't work, but this will now be removed from the property. We're obviously sorry that these few issues would prevent you from staying with us again as, notwithstanding the above, you appear to have enjoyed your stay and thank you for acknowledging that we are helpful owners. Property Owner

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Summary

Over three floors
Two bedrooms: 1 x first-floor double, 1 x second-floor twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, WC, and basin
Kitchen/diner
Sitting room with electric fire
Gas central heating and electric fire
Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, pod coffee machine, fridge, freezer, washing machine & dishwasher
Smart TV with Freeview, WiFi, selection of reading materials and games
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Toiletries provided
Highchair and travel cot available
Roadside parking permit provided
Garden with decking area
One well behaved dog welcome
Sorry no smoking
Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.2 miles
Note: Check-in is from 4pm, check-out by 10am
Please note, the stairs leading to the upper floor can be quite steep and might not be suitable for people with mobility issues, please take care.

The property

Captain's Cottage is a charming mid-terrace house that can be found in the heart of Scarborough, just a short walk from bustling restaurants and the beachfront.

With a large outdoor area to spend the evenings, this property is perfect for a small family or two couples wanting to be close to the action of a fun-filled resort area.

It offers two bedrooms, including a double on the first floor and a twin on the second floor, with a promising view of the night sky through the roof windows as you drift off to sleep.

The tidy kitchen/dining area hosts an array of amenities to assist you with preparing a home-cooked meal or whipping up something with freshly-bought fish from the seafront.

The sitting room is the perfect place to unwind, with a beautiful electric fire to snuggle up next to on a breezy night on the rocking chair.

Outside is a large decking area fit for the whole family to get together and enjoy breakfast together.

The local area is perfect to experience seafood cuisine, fresh from the sea, or simply enjoy some delicious fish and chips on the beachfront with other holiday-goers.

Enrich yourself with history by taking a trip to the relics of medieval town life at The Bolts or visit the Rotunda Museum, an 1829 museum offering you an insight into local history, or take a walk down to Scarborough Harbour or North Bay Beach where you can find a yacht club, seafront café, and amusement arcades.

Further out is Peasholm Park, famous for its breathtaking Japanese-style landscaped park and gardens; a true picturesque paradise.

To discover more beautiful scenery, head to Yorkshire Dales National Park for a walk filled with magnificent wonders and tranquil settings.

Captain's Cottage is a brilliant property with easy access to the beachfront, walking routes, and family fun activities.

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About the location

SCARBOROUGH

Pickering 17 miles; Whitby 20 miles; York 40 miles.

Popular since Victorian times, the vibrant seaside town of Scarborough retains many of its original fine buildings, parks and gardens, as well as its historic castle which overlooks the town. North Bay and South Bay provide two superb stretches of beautiful, golden sandy beaches, popular with families and small children. There are a number of child friendly activities and many excellent visitor attractions for grown-ups too, including the Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough Spa and Scarborough Open Air Theatre for live music. Scarborough is a great location for outdoor activities, with golf courses, lovely coastal walks along the Cleveland Way, stunning cycle routes such as the old railway to Whitby, beautiful sailing and championship quality surfing. Add to this all the usual seaside entertainment and bustling promenades located close to the beach and Scarborough is the destination with something for everyone. Ideally situated for touring the coastline and the moors, Scarborough is an ideal base for a fun-filled break.

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Scarborough, North York Moors & Coast (Ref. 1159058)

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Reviews & Ratings

“We have had a fantastic stay at Captains Cottage in February half term.”

“We've had a fantastic week in the cottage and we're really happy with it.”

“Funny smells in bedrooms.”

“We liked the house but there were a few issues.”

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The property

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About the location

SCARBOROUGH