Guests say
Wychwood is a well-regarded cottage in Whitby, praised for its cleanliness, comfortable furnishings, and thoughtful touches like welcome packs. Its location is ideal for exploring the North York Moors & Coast, with easy access to local amenities and attractions. Guests have enjoyed the property's cosy atmosphere and well-equipped kitchen, although some noted minor maintenance issues and suggested improvements.
The majority of guests found Wychwood to be very clean, with several reviews highlighting its tidiness. However, a few guests mentioned areas that could have been cleaner, which slightly impacts the overall score.
The location is highly praised for its quiet setting and proximity to local attractions, including pubs, shops, and the steam railway. The scenic surroundings and accessibility to walking routes contribute to a high score.
Guests frequently complimented the comfort of the beds and the cosy feel of the cottage. Some concerns were raised about specific rooms and the temperature, which slightly lowers the score.
While the cottage is generally well-equipped, some guests experienced issues with maintenance, such as problems with the shower temperature and door locks. Suggestions for additional facilities like a downstairs toilet were also made.
Guests often mentioned and appreciated the welcome packs, which included treats for both humans and pets. However, as gifts are not guaranteed and not all reviews reference them, a score cannot be accurately provided.
About this property
A delightful, end terrace cottage, tucked away in a quiet location in the heart of the pretty village of Grosmont, Wychwood is a lovely choice for your next break to the North York Moors National Park. Refurbished and decorated with quality and homeliness in mind, Wychwood is ideal for families or friends seeking plenty of walks on the moors, as well as trips to the beautiful North Yorkshire coast less than five miles away. On entering this Grosmont cottage, discover spacious and attractive accommodation to enjoy when you’re not out exploring, with a charming sitting room providing a great space for the group to come together and relax before the woodburning stove. Find a well-equipped country-style kitchen/diner where you’ll be tucking into delicious home-cooked meals around the dining table, created in the pretty fitted kitchen complete with all you need on a self-catered stay. Offering ground-floor accommodation is the delightful double bedroom with window views overlooking the well-kept garden, while upstairs discover the gleaming bathroom with a bath and overhead shower, along with a lovely twin room and a charming single too. Spend time outside in the lovely garden to soak up the sunshine in this south-facing spot, accessed via a shared path, you can enjoy alfresco dining, evening drinks or sunny mornings with your first coffee. Take a stroll down the road and come to the excellent amenities of Grosmont, with a village shop and a local pub serving excellent food, along with a tearoom and a gallery. A trip to Grosmont wouldn’t be complete without an exciting excursion on the famous North York Moors Steam Railway, taking you on a scenic journey through the stunning national park, with the 1952-themed Grosmont Station home to the engine sheds where the steam and diesel locomotives are maintained and restored! See the beautiful bluebells light up the local woods every May with a circular walk from Grosmont over to Beck Hole, or head along the riverside to Egton Bridge for another charming ramble. Just a few miles away is Goathland, home to Heartbeat’s ‘Aidensfield’, well worth a visit for any fans of the show, along with the Danby Moors National Park Centre, with its interesting displays and exhibitions. Venture over to the coastal town of Whitby to spend a classic day at the seaside at Whitby Beach, home to golden sands and backed by a host of amusements and amenities; visit Whitby Abbey reached via 199 Steps for stunning views over the town and coast, get a picture beneath the Whalebone Arch, explore the winding streets, and embark on an exciting Whitby Whale Watching trip out to sea! With the stunning moors and the scenic coast to explore, this Grosmont cottage, Wychood, is the perfect base for a family holiday to the North York Moors National Park.
Grosmont is a charming village resting within the North York Moors National Park in North Yorkshire. The village lies at the junction of two rivers, Musk Esk and River Esk, surrounded by beautiful moorland scenery. Grosmont is home to a local shop and two pubs, as well as the famous North York Moors Steam Railway, with vintage engine sheds and carrying upwards of 300,000 passengers a year! The bustling town of Whitby is an easy drive away, home to plenty of attractions, as is the stunning North Yorkshire coastline.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double, 1 x twin, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Boot room
Oil central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
Smart TV with FreeSat and WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair.
Off-road parking for two cars.
Small, sheltered, and sunny lawned garden to front (accessed via communal path) and side with furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 mile.
Please note: This property comes with a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.Please note this property has a minimum requirement stay of 3 nights.
Nearby points of interest
- Whitby Museum
- Captain Cook Memorial Museum
- Ryedale Folk Museum
- Mathewsons Classic Cars
- Whitby Beach
- Runswick Bay
- Robin Hood's Bay
- Whitby
- Whitby Abbey
Reviews (47)
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Anne
The location was perfect as we could travel there by train and enjoys walks from the door so no need for a car. The cottage was well equipped, cosy and comfortable. The welcome pack was very generous and much appreciated. Thank you.
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Amy
The hot water was dangerously to hot shower was only used 1 the next 2 times we went to use it went to perfect to burning hot to ice cold with 2 people staying with limited mobility couldn't use the shower small bedroom felt damp and came away with a sore throat we've stayed in other cottages but unfortunately won't be returning to this one
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Christopher
Located in Grosmont, parked up the car and let the train do the work... Lovely walks close by and a lovely pub on the doorstep .. Enjoyed the days out and came home to sit infront of a log burner... Will be returning again in the future