5 Oystons Yard

I've stayed at this cottage many times before and always found it to be comfortable, however on this occasion I found that the heating didn't work due to flat batteries ln the thermostat and it was to late to get replacements,this meant spending an evening and night with no heating so not so pleased this time.

We loved this property, it was very quiet, comfortable and in an excellent location.

Although it had no specified car parking space we had no problem finding somewhere to park nearby. The owner was very helpful and we really appreciated him sending something back to us which we had inadvertently left behind. We would definitely recommend.

This is a really lovely little cottage, right in the heart of Whitby, so ideal for exploring the town.

It’s tucked down a tiny ally, or “yard” and has a very authentic feel. The cottage is over 3 floors, with the top one offing fantastic views to the sea - the other two stories however have almost no view, and the ground floor is very dark! This is not a cottage to have if you want to “stay in” - it’s a great place to explore from however. Like all properties there are a few drawbacks - ones that caught us out were the total lack of a washing machine (we made an assumption that everywhere had washing facilities these days), and no freezer - the fridge dosen’t even have an ice box, so no ice cream, and no ice! There is a tiny dishwasher, but no tablets were provided, so we washed yo by hand. Decent sized bedrooms, (the top one isno good if you are tall), good sized shower room. Parking in Whitby is a pain, we used the carpark behind Poundland over-night, and were out most days - you do get a permit, but spaces in its zone are hard to find in high summer. It’s a great place, would be tight for more than two people.

Lovely cottage with everything that you need.

Perfect location. Walked up the 199 steps, to the whalebones and the beach every day. The dog slept for 12 hours when we got home!

My sister and myself stayed here and was a little apprehensive about the parking ,,,,no problem though ,with the parking permit that was provided we parked just a few yards from the property , the lovely cottage was Very clean ,well equipped,great location ,would happily stay here again ,

Lovely and warm did not need to use the log burner as we only stayed home xmas day.

but a lovely addition to have when needed. Just a suggestion, maybe a corner suite would be a better option,one less chair giving more space. overall 5 Oystons yard was perfect. lovely and peaceful and close to everything.

Lovely little house, very homely and perfect for us (2 adults, 2 children and a dog).

Quiet location, beds very comfortable, all the accessories you would expect. House is in Great location with lots of places to eat and drink. Would definitely return. Only suggestion would be to provide more upfront details (perhaps more simple) on how the parking works, as I was not fully confident that I had followed the rules, that said the car was parked for 5 days with no issues but did give me anxiety that I might get a ticket. Apart from that all great, would recommend.

Great location , didn’t find parking that easy .

Property has everything you need .

Needs a non slip shower mat and some basic cleaning products Location great for pubs , shops etc Parking tricky but very difficult to get best of both worlds in Whitby Would stay again

Our second stay in this great little cottage, 30 seconds from the harbour front.

Cosy and warm due to underfloor heating downstairs and radiators throughout. A cute attic room to sleep in. You can see the abbey from the attic! Better for 2 people though. 4 would be a squash in the single downstairs space. Clean enough but could be better - paintwork grubby in places. Good facilities. Comfy beds, sofa and arm chairs. Flooring and carpets in excellent condition. Beware steep stairs due to age of cottage. Would definitely return.

We have just returned from our stay at 5 Oystons Yard and had a lovely time.

The cottage is well situated with everything you need on your doorstep. Although it’s in the centre of town it’s still very quiet with no unwanted noise. The cottage itself is nice and compact with everything you need to enjoy your stay. We would definitely return here.

Cosey cottage, in the centre of Whitby.

A great place to stop and explore the town. Stairs to the top bedroom a bit tight, we have no mobility issues, so not a problem for us.

Loved the cottage, perfect location and everything we needed for a 3 night stay.

We will certainly return and also recommend to others

Just spent a week at Oystons Yard.

It is a lovely cosy cottage. Could get a bit chilly but soon warmed up with the heating on. Didn't need to use the woodburning stove. Beds very comfortable and great shower. Very central location but nice and quiet. Whitby is a fantastic place to visit. Plenty to do and see and some great little restaurants and cafes.

Lovely little cottage, perfect locatioin.

Needed to ask the owners a couple of questions and they got back to us very quickly! Only one very tiny complaint, no freezer compartment in the fridge, useful for ice cubes for drinks ;-) Already looking to book again!!!

Great time in Whitby, beautiful scenery and history very cold but fresh lovely walks and fantastic food.

Log burner essential at this time of year after a cold day to go back to a comfortable homely environment to enjoy family time. Definitely would book again and maybe in the summer time.

Fantastic location, well equipped & made good use of a smaller space.

The bed was comfortable & quality towels (not scratchy!!) Lots of mirrors, including full length, which is great when going out and rare for cottage stays! Easy check in & out The parking permit was much appreciated! Would stay again.

Lovely comfortable cottage perfectly situated for exploring Whitby.

A freezer for making ice would have been nice. Down side was car parking, which is more of a shortcoming ot Whitby, sometimes having to park up to a quarter of a mile from the cottage. Overall a very nice, comfortable stay.

We loved our stay at 5 Oystons yard.

Gorgeous little cottage. Very central and had everything that we needed. Would definitely stay again

Had a lovely stay at oystons yard, great location will definitely stay again, only downside was noisy central heating when going to sleep , otherwise no complaints.

Loved our little break away situated in the heart of whitby beautiful cottage Loved the log burner very cosy & clean had everything we needed would stay again ❤️

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the location was perfect.

The cottage was lovely although we did find shoes and other items left by the previous tenants. We would definitely book again.

We had a lovely 4 night stop at 5 Oystons Yard with our young children.

The view from the top bedroom is great where you can see the sea, the 199 steps and the abbey. A little welcome pack of tea, coffee and chocolates along with logs for the wood burner was provided which was nice. The cottage is well equipped and the master bedroom was bigger than what we thought it would be. It is in a good position with cafes and shops straight out of the yard. A parking permit was provided and we were able to park very nearby without an issue. We note previous reviews about the steep steps to the top bedroom, however they are carpeted, have railings and we found them easily manageable even for the children. Thank you for a wonderful few days away.

We stayed at 5 Oystons yard with our dog and loved it and booked it again for June

The property is very conveniently located and despite being in the centre of Whitby is very quiet.

Parking in Whitby is an issue but the vouchers that are provided allow free parking on a number of streets and we always managed to find somewhere fairly near by. One suggestion we would like to make is that the lighting in the sitting/dining area could be brighter as we found it difficult for reading in the evenings. Otherwise, the cleanliness was good and the property met our expectations from the description.

Fab property in the heart of Whitby.

Very quiet even with the central location. The property was as described very clean and an imaginative use of a small space. We only went for two nights so decided to leave our car in the main car park at the harbour it was £9 for 24 hours. Would definitely book again.

The property was in the perfect location.

Once we’d parked the car we didn’t need to use it again for the duration of our stay. It’s very small and compact but a perfect base for exploring the town. We didn’t use any of the cooking facilities but I can imagine it would be cramped if you were to cook and eat in the cottage. We were lucky with beautiful weather and explored so much of this cute seaside town. We would absolutely return!

The cottage is perfect by way of location - really is in the middle, but not on the main thoroughfare.

It certainly is quaint and quirky, very well-equipped kitchen and a lovely bathroom. The use of space is quite unbelievably efficient. The beds and furniture are comfortable and everything is very tasteful. There are two minus elements, one is the unavoidable parking challenge, it really is a nightmare (especially when you first arrive and have to find the cottage and need to unload). I think most holiday accommodation in Whitby is the same. The other is that I think it should be emphasized the steepness of the staircase, especially to the upstairs bedroom where it is narrow, too. There are warning signs and handrails, but the climb up is still treacherous ( I am 5 ft 1inch and still cracked my head!). This should be put in the initial information, even with children using the upstairs room (the roof is very low to the beds) I would not like to carry a small child up there, bearing in mind that the toilet is on the first floor. There is no door to the top bedroom (insufficient space) so a possible falling hazard for very small children. We had a lovely time in Whitby but our sleeping arrangements had changed so my 6'1" son and I had to sleep in the top bedroom and my 4 yr old grandson shared the double bed with his mum (he was going to share the top room with me). The view is beautiful! There were games, books, a good TV and a dinky little seating area outside with a useful stable door to the cottage.

Fantastic little cottage in a great location, hidden away but in the middle of everything!

Would definitely stay again on my next visit to Whitby.

Amazing cottage right in the heart of Whitby would highly tecommey

This is a lovley cottage with all the amenities you could possibly need.

Very clean and an easy walk from the front. Really appreciate the inclusion of dog bowls as I had forgotten mine! You do however need to practice patience when it comes to finding overnight/day parking. Not the fault of the owners, but you just need to be prepared for it. The inclusion of the parking scratch cards is appreciated however.

We had a great break away at 5 Oysters.

The cottage is lovely and cosy with plenty of amenities. The location is excellent. We had our dog Frank with us and cannot recommend Whitby enough for being Dog friendly even down to the national Trust museum. Would definitely stay here again.

Parking is atrocious and took us well over an hour to just find anywhere we could park.

I think it might be helpful in the future if the listing included the Zone letter of permit and some examples of the roads where we can park so we can look it up online and plan ahead

It was a wonderful week, this cottage is so comfy and cosy.

It is well equipped, got everything what we needed, even dog's bowls were ready to use. It is located in the heart of Whitby, very near the grocery shops, pubs, great local bakery round the corner (yes, was there every day at 8.30 when they open), shops andl tourist's attractions. However when you close the yard gate behind you it is lovely and quiet. And the view from the top bedroom.... highly recommended

The only request I would make is for the owner to provide some what's on /what to do leaflets.

Fabulous little cottage.

Everything you could need for a short break. Extremely well positioned in the heart of everything, yet peaceful and private. Would highly recommend and would return again.

The property was great, no issues, lovely presentation.

Might be good to have a little more info re local attractions, days for the market etc - I may have not seen this so sorry if that is available for guests x

We had a fantastic time in our quaint and comfy cottage!

! We were so central to everything we wanted to do and we’ve thoroughly enjoyed our break!!! I apologise that I forgot to write in the comments book and the only thing I’d request would be a front door mat to wipe our feet on! We did struggle to find a parking space, which we did eventually but when we used our car two days later to explore another beach we couldn’t find a space so had to pay for parking for two full days! A small price to pay. Other than that everything was spot on x many thanks

great cottage , really good location , everything as described, will book again.

JEFF

Visited Whitby many times and wasn't aware of the types of accommodation available in the picture perfect alley ways.

This little cottage was just perfect, cosy well presented withe a lovely welcome pack. The beds were very comfortable. We were aware of the steep steps so it wasn't an issue, especially with the extra well placed hand rails. The views from the upper room was well worth the climb. The bathroom is lovely with spacious powerful shower. The ground floor has a comfortable lounge area and great kitchen with everything needed to cook a meal. The location of the cottage is perfect for easy access to everything Whitby. The addition of parking permit is excellent. Would highly recommend and we will be booking again. Thank you

Although the photos of the cottage were good some of the furniture has been updated and the cottage ilooks even better now.

The view from the attic window is spectacular and again the photo on the website doesn’t do it justice. We had a wonderful stay and the cottage had everything we needed. It was really cosy especially with the real fire. We would definitely come back

Absolutely fantastic easy booking service.

Great historical location. I’d like to thank the owners on the cleanliness how the interior had been cleverly thoughtful designed & furnished. Would definitely stay again & recommend.

Myself and my 9 yr old son had the most amazing time in whitby , this little cottage was perfect , very well equipped and had everything we needed .

Fresh Milk and a little welcome pack on arrival was a lovely touch . Bed was super comfy ! Under floor heating was really nice as was the log burner which we lit each night ..the only downside was no logs so went and bought two bags to cover our stay , but thought it may have had a few in the basket included within the price . Childrens games for the evening were welcomed and we used both . Very clear instructions in welcome pack re parking and zones etc , however we did incur a ticket ! So will be taking this up with the council as permit was clearly visible and we were in the right zone . A very lovely stay at oystons yard and lovely memories made for myself and my son , il definitely recommend and will be going back . Thankyou

The cottage was immaculate and we thoroughly enjoyed our week's stay.

Cental location close to all the amenities and harbour. Would definitely recommend this cottage and have already been looking to stay there again next year.

Overall cleanliness was good except for kitchen cupboards stains inside cupboards and pans and bowl were greasy.

Also hair and stains and hair in utensil drawer. My main concern was the building site at the end of lane. Very noisy with work starting before 8am and finishing at 6pm. Workmen very loud wheelbarrows up and down all day. When asked jokingly if the could start a bit later was told twice 'you maybe on holiday but we aren't ' Could not sit outside on bench or table provided for the noise and the workmen constantly up and down.

Compact property but perfect for a short break.

Access to the top bedroom was a challenge but then we didn't use it as there was only 2 of us. Location was perfect as only a short walk to the town amenities.

This was our second stay here, the location is perfect and the cottage is cosy, clean and well equipped- we really love it!

Parking in Whitby is complicated.

We had a fabulous break in this delightful cottage.

Really enjoyed our holiday there.

We'd spent a week on the same row two years ago and it couldn't have been more convenient. Only quibble would be better advance info on the parking set up, we found one disc on arrival and if we hadn't checked with locals we may have misused and ended up with a big parking bill. Eventually found the right parking ticket but that was a couple of days in and we'd found somewhere else to park by then. Looking forward to a return trip next year.

Excellent location.

Really clean and well equipped. Ideal size for the two of us. Very comfortable. Dishwasher was a bonus and the log burner was ideal for autumn nights. After using the starter logs provided, we were able to get further supplies from the nearby Co op. We came by train so no parking issues!

Really lovely property and good location

Great location.

Exactly as described on website. Couldn’t really have been anymore convenient for shops restaurants and pubs. Finding convenient parking spot was slightly more difficult, but I.think this was due to the rapid influx of visitors at the time of visit. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely book again!

A freezer compartment would have been useful.

It should also be stated in description that attic room is awkward to enter and especially to leave, you need to be very agile. A self closing gate at the end of yard would also be welcomed. But we had a very enjoyable week and accommodation was comfortable. Thank you

Great location and cottage has everything you would need for a great holiday Great use of space

Very quaint holiday cottage in a perfect position.

We enjoyed the evenings with the log burner, everything we could have hoped for, definitely ticked all the boxes. Would love to return.

What a little gem the cottage is , even a bottle of milk so thougtfull , comfy and warm , could have stayed longer, will book the cottage again .

This is a small but perfectly formed cottage.

It has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The location is great, right in the town centre and an easy walk to the beach. The cottage did smell quite strongly of dog when we arrived, but we vacuumed and this seemed to help.

Such a lovely property which was well maintained and had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable.

We were concerned about parking however during our stay we managed to find parking close to the property using the provided scratch cards. We would not have any hesitations recommending this property to friends and family.

The cottage was immaculate and comfortable with all the mod cons.

Our children loved the attic bedroom and the beds were soft and comfortable. The bathroom was perfect as was the kitchen with everything you needed. We would definitely recommend and we would definitely visit again!

Enjoyed the break however the seating in the cottage is not very comfortable for chilling out and the alley that the cottage is in could be made more attractive with a clean up some nice plants better outdoor seating.

Excellent cottage in a really good location.

It's in the heart of Whitby yet its position in a yard off the street ensured it was quiet. Well presented and clean with good facilities.

We had a fantastic stay here, in Oystons Yard.

On arrival the cottage was warm and cozy, and very clean. A basket of wood and firelighters for the burner. Fresh milk in the fridge. Towels laid out on the beds. The instructions to find the yard are not hard to follow, but I'll make a note here that the bakery that the gate is next to is now called Lainey's Tea Room, not Abigail's (if you're looking on Google Maps, etc.). It's on Flowergate, if you want to be precise :) The yard itself is very quiet and tucked away at the back of the buildings, but you're right in the center of Whitby. Superbly located for pretty much everything. Shops and supermarkets in easy reach, and a good, locals pub over the road. The cottage is well appointed with central heating as well as the wood burner, but we hardly had the heating on unless we were having showers, etc. It was so warm and snug most of the time. And this was February, too! There's plenty of facilities for cooking, and even a slow-cooker. My one tiny half-critisism is the lack of an ice-box or freezer compartment in the fridge. It wasn't a big deal for us, really. We just put our bottles of gin and tonic water in the fridge (I know, first world problems, right?! LOL). The TV is a smart one, so we could log into Netflix or BBC IPlayer, etc. and there's a USB attachment for it which I'm assuming will play files from a pen-drive but I didn't try it. The beds were lovely and comfy, and the shower was great. Parking is, as you can imagine for the center of Whitby, is a fun game to play. There spaces on Flowergate but they are only 1 hour (with a parking disk). We left our car two streets away and used the 'scratch cards' provided for us at the cottage (another thankyou for those!!). It's a complicated affair if you're new to it, but didn't take us long to work it out. We managed to get a space on Flowergate for loading and unloading our gear. There's a parking disk provided also by the owners and if you need another one (as we did, due to the last people not leaving it behind) they are free from the Poundland down the road. Here's a handy guide that explains everything... https://www.thewhitbyguide.co.uk/parking-in-whitby/ Basically, if you have a scratch card you can park for up to 2 days in the Blue or Orange areas (the sign will have a W on it) There's not really much more to say. I'd take care if you have trouble with steep stairs. Getting up and down to the upper floor might be difficult. All in all, perfect. Would definitely stay there again.

Absolutely Fabulous!

! Central location. Very peaceful, cosy and well equipped. Comfortable bed.

Fantastic little Gem in the heart of everything.

Lovely and welcoming clean and has everything you need for a mini break. Our teenage girls loved the attic room with an amazing view of the Abby which this week was lit up at night. Watch your head going up and down to the attic. Will be back again.

The cottage is very quaint, I wouldn’t recommend it for 4 adults as the attic bedroom is too small to access, my husband and I had to crawl on our knees to get into the room.

Very hard to find but when you do it's an amazing little cottage.

Right in the centre of whitby, nothing to far. Permits to park are made available which were a god send. We found a perfect spot 3 mins away,and only used the car once as so many walks to do and bus and train station near by. We really enjoyed our stay here, the only thing letting it down was no logs for the fire. It's an amazing feature that I would loved to of used. Saying the cottage is very warm and cosy. Would highly recommend.

Superb location, lovely cottage, very clean and provided all our needs, would highly recommend and will be staying again

The location of the property was excellent, a nice quaint property.

The only complaint I would have is that we would have preferred a small freezer or freezer box in the fridge for ice instead of a dishwasher.

The location of this cottage was perfect , we used an app called just park and hired a private parking space within short walk for 3 days.

The cottage was of great standard very quant and cosy but spotless , the bed was a little squeaky but not really a problem , the bedrooms have plenty of space and the kids loved the top floor twin room , beautiful property .

Lovely cottage in a tiny alleyway off a Main Street.

I’ve been going to Whitby for over 30 and this little cottage in the tiny alley way was a lovely surprise. Even though a pub was a short distance away it was still a lovely and quiet location.

The cottage was surprisingly small - didn't cause us a problem as there were only two of us staying.

The access to the top bedroom is very cramped and low, but again we were ok with it. Not too difficult to find, though Oystons Yard doesn't appear on any satnavs, the instructions we received were just about adequate. Parking is a real problem, we ended up nearly a mile away - ok for us as we were staying in the town for the duration.

Great central location.

Well equipped kitchen. Very nice small bathroom. Sofa a bit low and unsupportive. Generally had a great time.

This cottage is nicely located in the centre of Whitby.

There is a user friendly car park just around the corner. A parking disc is made available (1 hour limit on Flowergate) but during our 3 night stay we were unable to find a spot to unload or load our car, hence the car park. The cottage on Oyston Yard is lovely, well appointed and very clean. The weather was a bit inclement during our stay and we didn't find the cottage over warm despite lighting the wood burner each evening. However I would recommend this as a nice place to stay. Ian Brown (Belper Derbyshire)