Thistle-Doo Nicely
ID: S1323421
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
Thistle-Doo Nicely is a quirky, characterful cottage in the picturesque village of Staithes, offering a unique and rustic experience. Guests appreciated the comfortable beds, helpful caretaker, and the charm of the log burner. The location is peaceful and ideal for exploring the village. However, several reviews noted that the property would benefit from a thorough clean, some maintenance, and clearer instructions regarding heating and hot water. While the cottage provides a memorable stay for those seeking character and value, it may not suit guests with mobility issues or those seeking modern comforts.
Multiple guests mentioned dust, cobwebs, and a general need for a deep clean, especially in corners and under beds. However, the kitchen, bathroom, and beds were generally found to be clean.
The cottage is praised for its excellent location in the beautiful and peaceful village of Staithes, making it ideal for exploring the area.
Guests found the beds comfortable and the cottage spacious, but steep stairs and issues with heating and hot water affected overall comfort, particularly for those with mobility concerns.
Facilities were described as basic, with several reports of non-functioning appliances, lack of hot water unless the fire was lit, and maintenance issues such as peeling paint and loose handrails.
Guests noted a lack of basic supplies such as firelighters, kindling, and welcome packs. While towels and some essentials were provided, gifts or extra touches are not guaranteed.
About this property
Explore Whitby’s Benedictine Abbey, Captain Cook’s house, or venture further inland the North Yorkshire Moors National Park from this characterful fisherman’s cottage...
Lower Ground Floor:
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, Multi-Fuel Burner
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Second Floor:
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Corner Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Central heating and hot water by solid-fuel stove (coal supplied in colder months) , limited kindling at extra cost locally, electricity, bed linen, towels included. Balcony. Parking 500 yards (at cost). Please note: The car park is located up a steep bank.. In an elevated position with views across the quaint fishing village of Staithes, this four storey fisherman’s holiday cottage stands just 100 yards from the beach. 10 miles to Whitby with its Benedictine Abbey, Captain Cook’s house, museum and marina. Inland the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, scene of ’Heartbeat’ with walking and choice of inns. Shops and pubs within 100 yards.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Runswick Bay
- Whitby Beach
- Whitby Museum
- Whitby Abbey
Reviews (11)
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Confirmed Guest
Just as previously mentioned, not good
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Antony Jacklin
Firstly, Staithes is a beautiful village and well worth a visit. The cottage itself is quaint, with many quirky features which we didn't mind.However, it is most definitely lacking in areas.There is no hot water available unless you light a fire, not very practical when you don't need a fire lighting, this would be unbearable in summer period and contrary to what it says in information provided. The immersion heater does not work. So we had no hot water in the bathroom, thankfully the shower is electric, and resorted to boiling kettles in the kitchen. We did contact the caretaker who confirmed the immersion heater doesn't work and a fire would need to be lit. The cottage is generally clean but a bit unkempt, nothing a really good proper clean wouldn't solve. It does need a great deal of work in the kitchen though, fridge is old, rusty and my opinion needs replacing. In fact the whole kitchen could with a decent amount of money spending on it. It smells of damp, cabinets are poor, lighting is abysmal, you can see daylight through the edge of the window frame and the door sticks badly needing a lot of force to close properly. By far the kitchen is the worst room in the cottage and needs addressing. Our 3 night stay was at best alright, we only slept and had breakfast there. There are similar cottages in a lot better condition in Staithes, just look through the windows. Quaint and quirky. Would we stay there again??? DEFINITELY NOT!!!
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Confirmed Guest
This cottage was dreadful.Prices for September were reasonable but id suggest paying slightly more to stay in a well presented cottage. Paint was peeling off damp walls and ceilings Cleanliness was shocking.Although towels were available there was no tea towels in kitchen.On the plus side the log burner was fantastic.bed was comfortable and laundry was clean.