Little Gem | Whitby | West Pier | North York Moors And Coast

4.8★

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

47 Customer Review(s)

James
November 2023

“We thoroughly enjoyed our short but sweet stay in Little Gem.”

Everything was spot on, from the facilities provided, to the location - brilliant! I.would recommend highly, in the blink of an eyelid, to anyone contemplating a visit to Whitby. Most certainly we will be back, hopefully to the Little Gem. Regards Jim & Sharon Anderson P.s. We think we left a loaf of bread in the microwave, so sorry. You don’t have to post it back!!

Everything was spot on, from the facilities provided, to the location - brilliant! I.would recommend highly, in the blink of an eyelid, to anyone contemplating a visit to Whitby. Most certainly we will be back, hopefully to the Little Gem. Regards Jim & Sharon Anderson P.s. We think we left a loaf of bread in the microwave, so sorry. You don’t have to post it back!!

- James, November 2023
Philip October 2023

“A really lovely little cottage very close to all the local amenities.”

Exceptional clean and tidy throughout.

- Philip, October 2023
Katherine August 2023

“A little gem!”

Spotless, comfortable, and brilliantly located in the centre of Whitby. It's small but perfectly formed, with calming, tasteful decor and clever use of space. Nice to have a sofa downstairs and a micro-sitting room on the first floor - I could do my yoga in the mornings upstairs while hubby listened to his podcast while sipping coffee downstairs. Dog was happy too, with South Sea Park within a minute's walk. Parking was no problem - easy to find a place for the car nearby. Very much enjoyed our stay and we'll be back.

- Katherine, August 2023
Gordon August 2023

“Lovely accommodation with all factories you will need for a short or long break.”

It is a cosy property but surprisingly roomy, there were two adults with two spaniels and it was fine. Everything was spotless and had no problems with anything. Would stay there again

- Gordon, August 2023
Judith August 2023

“Beautiful cottage.”

Everything you could possibly need was provided. Beautifully decorated. Gift hamper very appreciated, including wine & chocolate. Would definitely stay again!

- Judith, August 2023
Stuart White and Katherine Wendell Aug 2023

“A lovely comfortable stay.”

As a diminutive minimalist who enjoys interior design I loved the decor and clever use of space. Even able to do my yoga upstairs while hubby listened to podcast over his coffee downstairs. Perfect!

- Stuart White and Katherine Wendell, Aug 2023
James June 2023

“Lovely little place, but whilst it was clean and modern found it difficult to relax table and chairs tucked away under stairs was no more use than an ornament, stairs to upper bedroom were narrow being 6’7 I had to navigate sideways.”

To be fair it’s a nice cottage but space is important after wandering for miles with our dog it’s nice to relax a while and I didn’t get that comfortable , it was a great break in one of our favourite places but sadly wouldn’t return to this property. Hamper was a nice touch though and if I were average size I’d probably enjoyed it more.

- James, June 2023
Maria & Neil Jun 2023

“We were both very impressed by the accommodation and the attention to detail.”

Easily a 5 star rating from us. Very central to all amenities and transport. We have had a wonderful stay here and hope to return sometime. Thank you very much will definitely recommend to our friends and family. PS. thank you for the goodies and the ice in the fridge.

- Maria & Neil, Jun 2023
Michelle May 2023

“A delightful little cottage right in the centre of Whitby, with everything you would need.”

Very well decorated and immaculately clean, with extremely comfortable beds. The welcome hamper was a really nice touch.

- Michelle, May 2023
Jack May 2023

“Wonderful little getaway.”

Perfect for exploring bath

- Jack, May 2023
Diane April 2023

“An absolutely wonderful week in Whitby in the loveliest cottage.”

Been to Whitby many times and stayed at a Sykes cottage before. This one really deserved its name ‘Little Gem’. Spotlessly clean beautifully furnished comfy bed just lovely. The people who maintain it deserve a medal. Downside got two parking tickets have appealed them and they were my own stupid fault should have looked more closely at the signs. Had wonderful weather and the fish and. Hips as always were excellent. Definitely would book again.

- Diane, April 2023
Steven March 2023

“A lovely little bolt hold.”

Quiet and cosy. Ideal for exploring North Yorkshire. The gift basket was a nice touch.

- Steven, March 2023
Melissa September 2022

“The cottage was very clean, beautifully presented, loved the welcome pack and the milk in the fridge, well situated, everything was provided, loved our stay.”

- Melissa, September 2022
Andrew June 2022

“The property was first class.”

So tastefully decorated someone who’s got an eye for detail. The welcome hamper was a bonus to us. Helped us settle in right away and helped till we got our bearings to find food shop. Even our dog felt at home, and appreciated his time at little Gem. So many places today say no to our fur babies, but I thank the owners for being accepting of our dog and making it possible for us to go and enjoy our holiday with our beloved member of our family. So thank you for making our holiday a much loved one.

- Andrew, June 2022
Derrick June 2022

“Although the property was smaller than we expected we found it to be lovely and ...”

Although the property was smaller than we expected we found it to be lovely and well planned, we had everything we could possibly need and the welcome gift basket was gorgeous, thank you : )

- Derrick, June 2022
Ms K Halton Jun 2022

“Beautiful, lovely cottage!”

Beautiful hamper and a lovely touch ( partner very grateful for milk). Very well furnished and everything thought of! Will defo be back again! Thank you and well done on a brill cottage.

- Ms K Halton, Jun 2022
Michael May 2022

“There certainly is everything you need at the little gem but a little tight on room in places ,also very handy for whitby itself and thanks to the owners for the lovely hamper.”

- Michael, May 2022
Tracey April 2022

“Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the little gem beautiful cottage and the welcome basket was so lovely and the bottle of milk in the fridge.”

Couldn’t fault it at all. Was a little hard to find but just rang and got sorted

- Tracey, April 2022
Jane April 2022

“Lovely cottage in a great location near shops and pubs, nicely decorated, with every facility you can think off.”

The welcome hamper,milk in the fridge and flowers in vase gave us a welcome feeling on arrival, the only downside was the 2 seater sofa,a 3 seater sofa would have been more beneficial.

- Jane, April 2022
Kelly April 2022

“We loved our holiday at Little Gem.”

The cottage had the facilities we needed and had a great homely feel. The location was perfect. We will definitely return in the future.

- Kelly, April 2022
Mrs P Mar 2022

“Had a great a great stay!”

Lovely contemporary Cottage with all amenities, great location for Whitby other places. Would Highly recommend, thank you for the welcome hamper, thoroughly enjoyed it

- Mrs P, Mar 2022
Vivien November 2021

“A super cottage, perfect for two.”

Everything was of good quality and we would consider returning in the future. The situation of the cottage is very handy for accessing everything in the town.

- Vivien, November 2021
Lois October 2021

“Very disappointing stay at Little Gem.”

Good location (albeit the parking is difficult we didn’t get within a 15 min on any occasion during our stay) and level of cleanliness but the cottage is extremely small even for only 2 adults with the living space only equivalent to an average size caravan. Handle on fridge came off the first time we opened it and the welcome hamper of Yorkshire goodies turned out to be a packet of biscuits and a pint of milk. We paid over £135 per person per night and the experience we received was not at the level we would expect for that cost.

- Lois, October 2021
Clare and Richard Oct 2021

“Lovely little cottage, perfect location, will definitely be coming back next year.”

- Clare and Richard, Oct 2021
Paul September 2021

“Think you should let people know that the stair case to the bedroom is Not ...”

Think you should let people know that the stair case to the bedroom is Not suitable for larger guess We were OK but if I recommended you to some of my friends I know they would struggle getting up the stairs

- Paul, September 2021
John September 2021

“I think the middle room should have a dressing table with mirror The settee is ...”

I think the middle room should have a dressing table with mirror The settee is uncomfortable but I know you are restricted by the size of the room It’s a fabulous holiday cottage in a great location

- John, September 2021
Malcolm August 2021

“Excellent accommodation for two, spotlessly clean, tastefully decorated and very well situated just off Flowergate.”

Would happily return.

- Malcolm, August 2021
Gary July 2021

“The little gem cottage is exactly that it’s incredibly stocked with everything ...”

The little gem cottage is exactly that it’s incredibly stocked with everything you need for your stay and very well appointed the decoration is clean and stylish we would certainly stay here again when visiting Whitby, it is in the centre of town so well placed for all that Whitby has to offer

- Gary, July 2021
Dorne July 2021

“This was a beautiful cottage just big enough for the two of us and the dog.”

Set in a quite courtyard just a 2min walk from the harbour fantastic holiday thank you

- Dorne, July 2021
K July 2021

“Lovely accommodation and excellent location, however the living space was far too small to relax after a full days walking.”

It is dog friendly but the downstairs space isn’t enough for a medium sized dog giving the fact that no dogs are allowed upstairs.

- K, July 2021
Paul June 2021

“What an amazing property - true to its name!”

! The property was cleaned to a very high standard on arrival. Lovely cottage felt so homely, with everything thing you need. Perfect location to explore Whitby and surrounding area. Would 100% go back to ‘Little Gem’

- Paul, June 2021
Barbara June 2021

“Lovely little cottage right in the centre of Whitby with all you need for a comfortable stay.”

Had a great holiday , plenty to do and see .

- Barbara, June 2021
Maureen June 2021

“Everyone about Little Gem was perfect.”

The only downside was finding a parking space. Once we had we didn’t dare move again for fear of not finding another but public transport was very good.

- Maureen, June 2021
Heather May 2021

“The cottage was spotless and had many little touches such as milk and Yorkshire biscuits and especially appreciated in these challenging times were the antibacterial wipes and disposable gloves.”

I very much appreciated your help in assisting me to make changes to my booking after I experienced a car accident which delayed my arrival.

- Heather, May 2021
Verity April 2021

“This is my new favourite place to stay in Whitby it is beyond beautiful and so clean ❤️ Absolutely stunning little cottage and had everything we need so happy I found it!”

We will defo be back!

- Verity, April 2021
Christopher October 2020

“So cosy and a wonderful place to stay.”

- Christopher, October 2020
Carolyn September 2020

“Fabulous cottage”

- Carolyn, September 2020
Keith August 2020

“Good location, small however, a very well refurbished and perfect accommodation.”

Parking awkward and can be a distance from the accommodation if you're don't know where the particular W zone is. Apart from that I don't have any issues with recommending the Little Gem.

- Keith, August 2020
Peter July 2020

“The location of the cottage was just off Flower Street in a little courtyard.”

The shared courtyard wasn't brilliant but once you were inside the cottage, the outside didn't matter. The cottage was very tastefully decorated, set over 3 floors. The kitchen on the ground floor had everything we needed down to cling film, tin foil, bin liners, cleaning items not to mention cooking impliments. The bathroom was on the second floor along with little reading, chill out room and the bedroom was on the third floor. We were very comfortable living in the cottage for 5 days and would definitely return. Whitby is a lovely quaint and interesting town with lots of history, we loved it. Thank you for a lovely relaxed stay, we will definitely return

- Peter, July 2020
Richard December 2019

“Fantastic very well equipped cottage in a great location , ideally placed to enjoy all that Whitby has to offer .”

- Richard, December 2019
Tara September 2019

“The owners of this property have put so much time, care and attention into providing a really cosy cottage which is well equipped, so convenient for exploring Whitby and spotlessly clean.”

It really is a little Gem and I would definitely recommend a stay!

- Tara, September 2019
Yvonne and Pixi May 2019

“Lovely cottage.”

- Yvonne and Pixi, May 2019
Carmen Gostelow Apr 2019

“Little Gem is perfectly located and superbly equipped, the kitchen was so good we ate in most nights.”

Everything was exemplary and we felt priviledged to be the first guests. Thank you so much for such a great week, we would certainly book again.

- Carmen Gostelow, Apr 2019
Atkinson Party Apr 2019

“A lovely little hideaway!”

Ideal location and fab that it's dog friendly.

- Atkinson Party, Apr 2019
Cheryl Jane and Carmen Apr 2019

“Beautiful and serene place to stay!”

- Cheryl Jane and Carmen, Apr 2019
Louise & Kev Apr 2019

“Fantastic place to stay and fab that it is dog friendly.”

- Louise & Kev, Apr 2019
Jack and Cathrine Apr 2019

“A beautiful stay.”

- Jack and Cathrine, Apr 2019

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Summary

Over three floors. 1 x second floor twin. First floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC Second floor cloakroom with basin and WC. Open plan living area, with kitchen, dining area and sitting area. First floor library area with seating.
Electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, TV, Netflix, DVD, WiFi, selection of books
Bed linens and towels inc. in rent. Nearby on-street, scratch card parking is available on a first come first served basis. Two well-behaved small dog welcome. Shops, restaurants in vicinity, only yards from property
Beach 5 mins’ walk. Notes: Welcome hamper of quality Yorkshire goodies on arrival
The two single beds in the bedroom cannot be pushed together, they must remain separate.

The property

GROUND FLOOR Enter into this charming cottage, which is light and airy, to a lovely open plan living space with comfortable sofa and a Smart TV with a DVD player - access your Netflix account and relax with your favourite programmes after a day on the beach or the cottage has its own Netflix account, if you don't. The stylish kitchen has an electric oven and hob, fridge with freezer compartment, microwave and washing machine. There's a dining area to enjoy meals together, whether that's planning the day's adventures over breakfast or relaxing at the end of the day over supper, having explored the town, walked to Sandsend or taken a steam train to Goathland! FIRST FLOOR There is a lovely, additional seating area to the first floor which has a comfortable chair and a small book library - it's a super spot to sit and relax and catch up with those books you've been promising yourself! The bathroom is immaculate with a bath, shower over, WC and hand wash basin.. SECOND FLOOR The pretty twin bedroom, in fresh whites with accents of duck egg blues, has two full size 3' beds and a bedside cabinet with good lighting for reading at night.

This floor also has the advantage of a further WC with hand wash basin for your added convenience.

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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.

Pet friendly – two small well-behaved dog welcome.
Free Wi-Fi
Free Netflix
All utilities, crisp bed linens and fluffy towels included.
Whilst the property accommodates 2 people, guests should note that there are 2 single beds and due to the room configuration may not be pushed together.
This property is not suitable for children. Adults only.

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Reviews & Ratings

“We thoroughly enjoyed our short but sweet stay in Little Gem.”

“A really lovely little cottage very close to all the local amenities.”

“A little gem!”

“Lovely accommodation with all factories you will need for a short or long break.”

“Beautiful cottage.”

“A lovely comfortable stay.”

“Lovely little place, but whilst it was clean and modern found it difficult to relax table and chairs tucked away under stairs was no more use than an ornament, stairs to upper bedroom were narrow being 6’7 I had to navigate sideways.”

“We were both very impressed by the accommodation and the attention to detail.”

“A delightful little cottage right in the centre of Whitby, with everything you would need.”

“Wonderful little getaway.”

“An absolutely wonderful week in Whitby in the loveliest cottage.”

“A lovely little bolt hold.”

“The cottage was very clean, beautifully presented, loved the welcome pack and the milk in the fridge, well situated, everything was provided, loved our stay.”

“The property was first class.”

“Although the property was smaller than we expected we found it to be lovely and ...”

“Beautiful, lovely cottage!”

“There certainly is everything you need at the little gem but a little tight on room in places ,also very handy for whitby itself and thanks to the owners for the lovely hamper.”

“Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the little gem beautiful cottage and the welcome basket was so lovely and the bottle of milk in the fridge.”

“Lovely cottage in a great location near shops and pubs, nicely decorated, with every facility you can think off.”

“We loved our holiday at Little Gem.”

“Had a great a great stay!”

“A super cottage, perfect for two.”

“Very disappointing stay at Little Gem.”

“Lovely little cottage, perfect location, will definitely be coming back next year.”

“Think you should let people know that the stair case to the bedroom is Not ...”

“I think the middle room should have a dressing table with mirror The settee is ...”

“Excellent accommodation for two, spotlessly clean, tastefully decorated and very well situated just off Flowergate.”

“The little gem cottage is exactly that it’s incredibly stocked with everything ...”

“This was a beautiful cottage just big enough for the two of us and the dog.”

“Lovely accommodation and excellent location, however the living space was far too small to relax after a full days walking.”

“What an amazing property - true to its name!”

“Lovely little cottage right in the centre of Whitby with all you need for a comfortable stay.”

“Everyone about Little Gem was perfect.”

“The cottage was spotless and had many little touches such as milk and Yorkshire biscuits and especially appreciated in these challenging times were the antibacterial wipes and disposable gloves.”

“This is my new favourite place to stay in Whitby it is beyond beautiful and so clean ❤️ Absolutely stunning little cottage and had everything we need so happy I found it!”

“So cosy and a wonderful place to stay.”

“Fabulous cottage”

“Good location, small however, a very well refurbished and perfect accommodation.”

“The location of the cottage was just off Flower Street in a little courtyard.”

“Fantastic very well equipped cottage in a great location , ideally placed to enjoy all that Whitby has to offer .”

“The owners of this property have put so much time, care and attention into providing a really cosy cottage which is well equipped, so convenient for exploring Whitby and spotlessly clean.”

“Lovely cottage.”

“Little Gem is perfectly located and superbly equipped, the kitchen was so good we ate in most nights.”

“A lovely little hideaway!”

“Beautiful and serene place to stay!”

“Fantastic place to stay and fab that it is dog friendly.”

“A beautiful stay.”

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WHITBY