Guests say
Voebroch Cottage in Whitby offers stunning views and a spacious, comfortable stay. Guests have praised the location and the added touches provided by the owner. While some have encountered issues with cleanliness and maintenance, others have had memorable stays, enjoying the property's amenities and picturesque surroundings.
Cleanliness has been a concern for several guests, with reports of a dirty kitchen floor, washing machine, and general untidiness. However, some guests found the property spotless, indicating inconsistency in cleaning standards.
The location is consistently praised for its amazing views and proximity to great walks, despite the challenging access road. The picturesque setting has been a highlight for many visitors.
Comfort has received mixed feedback. While some guests found the beds uncomfortable and had issues with hot water, others enjoyed the spaciousness and found the property lovely and comfortable.
Facilities have been noted as adequate but with room for improvement. Issues with hot water, blocked drains, and insufficient kitchenware have been reported, alongside positive mentions of a games room and ample parking.
The owner's thoughtfulness is evident in the welcome pack and nice toiletries provided. However, it should be noted that such gifts, while appreciated, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Nestled in the quiet hamlet of Kettleness, Voebroch is a beautiful, coastal holiday home a shirt distance from Runswick Bay and Sandsend. Boasting a fabulous sea view, five bedrooms, and within easy reach of the North York Moors, this is a wonderful base for a group of 10 to discover stunning coastlines and unspoilt countryside. Arrive at this tranquil property with ease by parking in the private driveway, take in the peace and quiet, and get settled into Voebroch. For spending time with loved ones or celebrating a special occasion, you'll find a spacious, bright, open-plan living space inside; set the large dining table for 10 with a stunning sea view, while the group's designated chef cooks up a storm in the well-appointed kitchen area, complete with a range cooker and dishwasher for easy clean-ups. Turn on the Smart TV for after-dinner entertainment, whilst the small sitting area invites a few guests to take refuge with a glass of wine by the warmth of the woodburning stove. This coastal holiday home has you covered with two utility rooms, one with an American-style fridge/freezer and a wine cooler, and the other containing a washing machine and tumble dryer to throw in sandy clothes and beach towels. Relish the sea view from the rear garden, where guests can picnic on the lawn in the sunshine, set the outdoor seating to dine alfresco under the stars, whilst a side, enclosed courtyard is a quiet spot to unwind. All 10 guests are treated to stylish, plush bedrooms in Voebroch with three ground-floor bedrooms, ideal for those preferring ground-floor living; choose from a double with en-suite shower room, a double with a TV to catch your favourite morning shows, and a twin room with an en-suite wet room. Upstairs two more bedrooms include a fabulous double with a freestanding bath and basin to soak in the bubbles whilst enjoying a sea view, alongside another double. After a day trekking along the coast or swimming in the sea, enter into Voebroch's boot room to kick off muddy shoes and jump straight into the ground-floor shower room to rinse off the day, or enjoy longer soaks for tired legs in the bathroom with a gorgeous freestanding bath and heated towel rail for added comfort. If you fancy a break from cooking, The Fox & Hounds pub in Goldsborough is a short journey away serving delicious meals. Voebroch puts you in a fantastic location for a range of attractions to suit all guests; walkers can join the renowned Cleveland Way coastal path at the bottom of the garden, starting in Helmsley and ends on Filey Brigg, for breath-taking and ever-changing landscapes. Pack the car and take a short drive to Whitby for a day along the family-friendly, sandy beach, marvelling the ruins of Whitby Abbey overlooking sparkling seas, or climb the 199 Steps for panoramic views of the bustling town and harbour. Staithes is a quieter seaside village north of Voebroch where guests can soak up local heritage and history in Captain Cook & Staithes Heritage Centre, followed by tasting local seafood at Cod & Lobster pub with outdoor seating to make the most of the sea view. Be sure to visit Robin Hood's Bay, a picture-perfect fishing village bursting with history; wander through the cobbled alleyways lined with independent shops and eateries, visit the village museum and head back in the time in The Old Coastguard Station. With the North York Moors on your doorstep, outstanding landscapes, rich moorlands and religious ruins are waiting to be explored for guests to enjoy unspoilt tranquillity. For a coastal escape with a perfect sea view, book your stay in Voebroch.
Lythe is a small, peaceful village resting between Whitby and Staithes in North Yorkshire. The village is home to St. Oswalds Church, with medieval and anglo saxon connections, along with a Viking burial site, and offers a choice of attractions including the historic Mulgrave Castle just south of the village. Dining options include The Stiddy, a traditional public house serving delicious home-cooked meals, whilst you can stock up on essentials at Lythe's Community Shop and post office.
Accommodation
Five bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x double with freestanding bath and basin, 1 x ground-floor double with TV, 1 x ground-floor twin with en-suite wet room with shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x double.
Bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.
2 x Utility
Central heating with woodburning stove.
Range cooker with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
Smart TV, TV, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
x1 cot and x1 high chair available.
Games Room with table football, pool table, darts and lawn ten pin bowling.
Private parking.
Back garden with lawn, patio and furniture.
Side enclosed courtyard with gravelled area.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, up to 4 on request with a supplement of £50 per additional pet.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.3 miles, pub 0.8 miles, beach close by.
Note: There is one step down into the ground-floor double with TV, please take care.
Nearby points of interest
- Runswick Bay
- Whitby Beach
- Robin Hood's Bay
- Whitby Museum
- Captain Cook Memorial Museum
- Whitby
- Whitby Abbey
Reviews (10)
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Julie
It is very spacious and comfortable however we did have a couple of issues. The toilet seat in the wet room was loose and as we had an elderly infirm relative with us she was unable to use it. Fortunately we had able bodied men with us who were able to get the wheelchair down the steps to the other en-suite. We were also advised on arrival that the dishwasher wasnât working. There were 10 of us so we generated a fair amount of washing up and the clean up wasnât quick and easy. Unable to give 5 stars as we paid a lot of money for 2 nights and the facilities advertised werenât available.
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Fiona
The road getting to this property is a single track and very hilly. I wouldn't want to be there in bad weather. I found the cottage using the direction provided on the Sykes app. It's got a tight drive way. Inside the property we were met with a damp smell. The first 2 rooms are bedrooms which are very nice both ensuites. Then there is large open plan living and dining. The view out in the garden is superb. You have a bedroom at the bottom of the stairs. 2 bedrooms upstairs. In one of the bedrooms has a bath which in my opinion doesn't need to be there. What about condensation if using it. It was by the window so I couldn't get close enough to open a window. The bath was dirty. The other bedroom was really spacious and had the view of the sea and the little bays. The bathroom upstairs had both a shower and a bath and again in my opinion the bath didn't need to be there. It took a lot of the space up. I wasn't able to assist the person in that tight space. I also found weird was that it had curtains at the window and clear glass. In my opinion it would benefit from frosted glass and removing the curtains. Downstairs of the kitchen was a room that had a fridge/freezer. That had an odour to it, there was the water dispenser in the fridge door. I removed the dispenser to fill it up and noticed that it was dirty. I had cleaned it out and then left it empty. The owners need to be aware of this. In that space is a wine cooler. We weren't made aware that the cooler was going to be filled with wines and champagne that can be purchased. In my opinion is unnecessary. We had to hide the bottles because of the people we had taken on holiday, it was too tempting. There was a bottle of wine in a welcome basket which we couldn't use. It was very nice but the owners need to know. The kitchen bin lid was dirty and wasn't on the bin but left in the bottom. On going to put the rubbish out side we found that the bin was that full we couldn't get our rubbish in it. We had to leave it by the wheelie bin. It had a lock on it and we decided to leave it of all week to allow the bin to get emptied but it hadn't got emptied by the time we left. The gardener turned up on our last day and needed letting in the bottom gate. If we hadn't been there then they wouldn't have been able to get in. I just find it a bit unorganised. On our first day we had to let the drain man is because the drains had been backing up and the last day the gardener turns up. I hope the owner listens to customers comments then it could be a lovely holiday cottage.
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Siobhan
Simply amazing. Thank you so much for the most amazing stay, we 100% will be back. I have posted the cottage on my social media and people are already asking me where this is so hopefully they will come and stay with you too!!