ID: S517868
Railway House in Scarborough receives high praise for its spaciousness, cleanliness, and stylish decor. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities, including a hot tub and comfortable furnishings. The property's location is convenient for accessing the town centre and beach. The owner, Jaime, is commended for his responsiveness and hospitality, often leaving a welcome hamper, although such gifts are not guaranteed.
Guests consistently note the property's spotlessness upon arrival, indicating meticulous maintenance and cleaning. The provision of fresh linen and the cleanliness of the rooms contribute to the high score.
The property's central location is frequently mentioned, with guests appreciating the proximity to local amenities, the town centre, and the seafront, enhancing their overall experience.
Numerous reviews highlight the comfortable beds, ample space, and the cosy atmosphere of the property, suggesting a high level of comfort for guests of all ages.
The facilities, including the hot tub, are generally praised, though some guests note a lack of large pans and serving dishes for cooking for large groups. The dining table's capacity is also mentioned, but overall, the facilities are well-received.
The owner's thoughtfulness is evident in the welcome hamper and the provision of extra towels for the hot tub. However, it is politely noted that such gifts, while appreciated, are not guaranteed for every stay.
Resting in the heart of the popular seaside town of Scarborough in North Yorkshire is this stunning Victorian, three-storey holiday home, Railway House. With a stunning, custom made hot tub and plenty of social space, while being within easy reach of local amenities, Scarborough train station, and the beach, this property is ideal for a group celebration or a large family gathering. On arrival at the home, off-road parking provides a private space to unload your bags, and a convenient place to leave your car if you like to set off on foot. Enter the bright and airy hallway, a gorgeous space to invite you in to begin your holiday. Stepping inside there is not one but two spacious lounges; The Ladies Lounge which has a feminine touch to the interior design, with plush sofas offering seating for everyone and a large 60-inch TV. The Gentleman’s Lounge has a more masculine flair, boasting table football and games machine as well the large wall mounted TV and PlayStation for the gamers. The beautiful marble topped kitchen is open plan and has a 6 burner range master cooker with 3 ovens, built in oven and microwave, dishwasher, 60/40 fridge freezer, wine cooler and a separate utility with washing machine, tumble dryer and an extra fridge for convenience. The dining area is open plan and boasts the original 1800s range cooker beautifully restored in the chimney breast. Make your way down the hallway to find a handy utility where you can freshen up your clothes and towels after a day at the beach. Outside, relax and unwind at any time of day in the custom made stainless steel hot tub or perhaps take your meals alfresco with dinner at the outdoor dining table. When it's time to rest, ten bedrooms with plush beds welcome you to rest your head before more adventurous days out; the ground floor is home to a super-king-size, along with a bathroom, with both a freestanding bath and a walk-in shower, making it ideal for a multi-generational family. Upstairs on the first floor lies seven bedrooms, including a master bedroom with a super-king-size, a TV, and a freestanding bath for an indulgent soak with views over the town castle on the clifftops, sea, and beyond. Three well-presented super-king-size bedrooms with TVs provide a flexible sleeping arrangement, along with a king-size with a TV, a double with a TV and a final double on this floor; the rooms are serviced by a shower room and two more bathrooms with both freestanding baths and walk-in showers. Completing the interior of the home is the second floor, home to the two final bedrooms; light and airy, a king-size rests on this floor, leading into a family room with two doubles, making this floor ideal for children or friends sharing. This is a property where you really feel like history has been brought back to life, with high ceilings adorned with original coving and ceiling roses and, designed with such detail and beautiful furnishings. The 43 windows and glass atrium on the landing bathe every area of the house with light. If you can tear yourself away from this property, head into Scarborough and enjoy all the town has to offer, such as Peasholm Park, a wonderful place to relax, Scarborough Castle, a must-see, and SEA LIFE Scarborough, which is perfect for a fun family day out. Finish your day out by trying Capplemans Fish and Chips for the perfect English takeaway experience! Stepping outside of the town, Pickering is a charming market town located in the heart of North Yorkshire, just a short car journey away. The town is home to a variety of attractions, including Flamingo Land Resort, Pickering Castle, and Beck Isle Museum, and visitors can also enjoy a variety of shops and restaurants, as well as beautiful parks and gardens. Don't miss out on a trip to the popular Whitby, a coastal town situated at the mouth of the River Esk. The town has a maritime history and is a popular tourist destination for its prominent feature is Whitby Abbey, a ruined Benedictine monastery, the largest in England and the 199 Steps, a flight of 199 steps, lead up to the abbey from the town below and rewarded with unbeatable views of the area. A fantastic property in a superb location; for a memorable break, choose Railway House.
Popular since Victorian times, the dynamic seaside town of Scarborough has many of its original beautiful buildings, parks and gardens, as well as its mediaeval castle which overlooks the town. North Bay and South Bay feature two outstanding stretches of gorgeous, golden sandy beaches, popular with families and little children. There are a multitude of child friendly activities and several good visitor attractions for grown-ups too, including the Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough Spa and Scarborough Open Air Theatre for live music. Scarborough is a superb site for outdoor sports, with golf courses, lovely seaside walks along the Cleveland Way, stunning cycle paths such as the former railway to Whitby, beautiful sailing and championship standard surfing.
Ten bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size with TV and freestanding bath, 1 x ground-floor super-king-size with TV, 3 x super-king-size with TVs, 1 x king-size with TV, 1 x second-floor king-size, 1 x double with TV, 1 x double, 1 x second-floor family room with two doubles.
Ground-floor bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
2 x bathrooms with freestanding baths, walk-in showers, basins, heated towel rails and WCs.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Ground floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Sitting room.
Sitting/games room
Gas central heating.
Six-burner gas Rangemaster cooker, electric oven, microwave, fridge, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Vertuo plus coffee machine ( please bring pods) and wine cooler.
2 x 60" TVs and 9 x 42" TVs, WiFi, a selection of books and games, table football, PlayStation.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available.
Private driveway parking for 8 cars.
Enclosed rear garden with furniture with a stainless steel hot tub.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.1 mile, pub 0.3 miles, beach 0.7 miles.
Note: The family bedroom is accessed via a king-size room.
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Karen
The only comment made over weekend was more mirrors or even a couple of long mirrors but that was it . It had everything we needed.
Sharon
The house is finished to a high standard and so comfy. The host was so helpful with any questions we had & a lovely hamper was there when we arrived with all essentials. So happy we stayed and canât wait to visit again next year. Thank you again for a wonderful stay
Sarah
All the guests were extremely happy with their rooms and our stay was perfect. We would definitely recommend you or even visit again.
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