Guests say
Rosie's Retreat in Whitby is highly praised for its excellent central location, cosy and comfortable atmosphere, and well-equipped amenities, making it a popular choice for repeat visitors and dog owners alike. Guests appreciate the spacious bedrooms with en suites and the convenience of being close to shops, restaurants, and the beach. While most reviews highlight cleanliness and comfort, a few mention areas needing deeper cleaning and minor maintenance. Thoughtful touches such as welcome packs are appreciated, though not guaranteed. Overall, the cottage offers a homely and relaxing base for exploring Whitby.
Most guests found the property clean and well-presented, but several reviews noted issues such as dusty areas, mould in showers, dirty floors, and stained furnishings, indicating some inconsistency in cleaning standards.
The location is universally praised for its proximity to Whitby's attractions, shops, bars, and the beach, with guests consistently highlighting the convenience and central setting.
Guests frequently describe the cottage as cosy, comfortable, and homely, with particular praise for the beds and sofas. Repeat visits and positive comments about relaxation reinforce the high comfort level.
The cottage is well-equipped with essentials, en suite bedrooms, and dog-friendly features. Some minor maintenance issues (e.g., showers, toilet) were promptly addressed, but a few guests noted areas needing attention or updating.
Many guests appreciated welcome packs with tea, coffee, milk, and biscuits, as well as festive decorations. However, these thoughtful touches are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This Grade II listed property is situated in the heart of Whitby with immediate access to all its exciting attractions, beach and eateries.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: TV, Freesat, DVD Player, Ipod Dock, French Doors Leading To Garden
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Ceramic Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Electric storage heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack.. Terrace with garden furniture. Garden (shared with other property). Scratch card for parking.
Please note: There are three steps to the terrace. !.
Rosie’s Retreat is a beautiful Grade II listed town house positioned in an ideal location right in the heart of the historic town of Whitby. It has been refurbished to a very high standard with high quality furnishings and décor throughout. It provides the perfect base for couples looking to explore this stunning coastline and the North Yorkshire Moors National park areas. The enclosed garden terrace is a sun trap and therefore the ideal place to do a spot of sunbathing whilst relaxing with a glass of wine. The bustling town centre of Whitby is right on your doorstep with numerous amenities to suit all tastes. It also hosts many events and festivals throughout the year including Sixties weekends, Soul weekends, Goth weekends and many more making Whitby a very popular place to visit. There are also a large selection of pubs, quaint antique and gift shops, the infamous fish and chip shops and three miles of golden sandy beach. There are also several restaurants that have won many awards for excellent cuisine especially if you enjoy fish. The tour bus is a great way to get around and to make sure you don’t miss out on everything Whitby has to offer. You could also take a trip out on one of the pleasure boats where you can enjoy a trip around the harbour and out to sea where you can view Whitby in all its glory. Whitby is surrounded by spectacular scenery of the North York Moors which you can enjoy by taking either the Esk valley train that takes you to Middlesbrough stopping at the pretty villages along the way, or the excellent North York Moor steam train that will take you from Whitby to the lovely market town of Pickering stopping off at Goathland otherwise known as ‘Heartbeat Country’. The lovely coastal resorts of Sandsend, Staithes, Runswick Bay and Robin Hoods Bay are all within close proximity and are well worth a visit.
Free WiFi
Please note - there is no boundary between the cottage and the neighbouring property. The decking belongs to the cottage, whilst the patio area belongs to the neighbour, so the garden is shared.
Please note that the garden is shared and there are no enclosed areas for dogs.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Whitby Museum
- Whitby Beach
- Runswick Bay
- Whitby Abbey
Reviews (43)
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Confirmed Guest
Excellent value cosy comfortable everything you need 4th time I've been will be going to book again
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Confirmed Guest
4th time of visiting and the cottage is ideal for short stayHopefully booking again for 2027
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Sam
We stayed at Rosie’s retreat last year and loved it. So handy for the town, comfortable and well equipped. Dog friendly. However, it was really disappointing to see how dirty the place was this time. Empty lager cans under the coffee table, the dog picked up a small ball, perfect choking hazard! The kitchen floor had old food spills and when I wiped up spilled water the cloth was black from the filth. The hall rugs are filthy, the lounge rugs are filthy, the wooden floor is dirty. The throw on the sofa is ripped, the cushions smell like wet dog. It really needs a good deep clean, dust the lamps, upgrade the tv (remote doesn’t work and inbuilt freeview rather than running a separate Sky box is much easier). Great location but we think the cleaners are letting the owners down.