Guests say
The Old Chapel and Spa in Ruswarp is a beautifully presented and quirky property, highly praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and unique charm. Guests appreciate the spa facilities, the secure grounds, and the property's proximity to Whitby, with lovely walks and local amenities. Some concerns are noted regarding parking and accessibility for larger vehicles, as well as maintenance issues.
Guests consistently describe the property as spotlessly clean, with great emphasis on the cleanliness of the rooms and spa area. The high standard of presentation is frequently commended.
The location is generally appreciated for its proximity to Whitby and the local area, with pleasant walks and a good taxi service. However, some guests mention difficulties with parking and access, slightly affecting the score.
The property is often described as comfortable, with special mentions of comfy beds and spacious social areas. The secure grounds are a hit with families, adding to the comfort of the stay.
While the spa area is a highlight, there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as leaks and wobbly stair rails. The parking situation and access gate also pose challenges for some guests.
Guests are pleased with the welcome basket and sweets, as well as the special touches for celebrations. It should be noted that while these gestures are appreciated, they may vary and are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
The Old Chapel is a fabulous luxury property with the addition of a SPA, surrounded by charming scenery and tucked away down Water Lane in the centre of Ruswarp. This property would make a truly lovely place to relax and unwind. You can walk into Whitby along the side of the River Esk or catch a steam train.
The Old Chapel is a very special property tucked away on Water Lane in Ruswarp and has spacious accommodation for upto 8 guests. Renovated to retain many original features including a working organ and a repurposed alter table. The standard of the renovation is breathtaking and would make a magical place to stay to relax and unwind with the added luxury of the SPA to recharge your batteries. The property has a lovely walk along the side of the river Esk and the railway you may even get a glimpse of a steam train passing by.
Size: Sleeps up to 8 in 4 bedrooms.Nearest beach: Less than 2 mile.Nearest amenities: Less than 1/4 mile.Pets: Sorry no dogs.Short breaks: Available at this property.Smoking: Not allowed at this property.Rooms: Four bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge/dining, kitchen, reading area, games room, boot room, downstairs toilet, spa area.Beds: Two king size, 2 zip and link king size beds.Luxuries: Smart TV with free Freesat and Netflix with surround sound for the cinema experience.General: Gas central heating, log burner.Utilities: Ceramic hob, electric oven, microwave, american style fridge freezer, integrated dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine, washing machine, tumble dryerStandard: Kettle, toaster, ironOther: Bed linen and towels provided. Please note that this property is not suitable for children under 7 years of age. Layout: Accommodation is over three floors. Lower ground floor SPA area, ground floor, Upper floor.Outdoors: Surrounded on all sides by gardens and lawns with ample seating.Parking: Steep stone drive for two cars and two additional cars can park on the grass.Access: Access to this property is by car down Water Lane. Water Lane is an unadopted lane which also serves as a natural spring run off and can often be under water, the depth varying throughout the seasons. Guest should be aware that the approach is uneven in places and lane can be quite swollen after periods of heavy rain. Guests may want to bear this in mind, particularly if they have small/low vehicles. WiFi: Unlimited WiFi is available free of charge.Mobility: Should there be any specific health or mobility difficulties which may affect a party member, this must be pointed out at the initial reservation stage so that the suitability of the property can be assessed.
Sorry, infants (aged under 2) are not allowed at this property
You may need to pay an Accidental Damage Deposit or Accidental Damage Deposit Waiver for this property. Where applicable we will contact you in good time before your holiday with further details and to take payment.
Nearby points of interest
- Whitby Beach
Reviews (18)
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Mrs Myers
A stunning property, so clean and well equipped. The cleaner deserves 6*. Beautiful white towels, linen and very comfortable beds. The spa area is a plus and was lovely to relax in at the end of the day. The entrance to the chapel is up a very steep slope and through a narrow gateway and one of our vehicles could not get through it. The property is quirky with a beautiful working organ - if you are musical take some music with you! Ruswarp is close to Whitby and it is a really nice walk of about a mile from the side of the property.
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Mrs Cunningham
Plenty of room both inside and outside. We had 3 children (13, 8 & 6) and they loved running round the very secure grounds.
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Mrs Dick
Although the location was fantastic for visiting the local area we do not feel the property lives up to the 5 star status. Although quirky and has beautiful original features there is a few basics lacking which we would have expected from a 5 star property. The maintenance is poor as plumbing leaked and stair rails were wobbly which is far from ideal for a spiral staircase. There is also a lack of toiletries - only hand soap is provided and only 1 toilet roll per toilet. The addition of the spa is a lovely touch however water pressure is slow and it took at least 20 minutes to fill the jacuzzi to the appropriate level each time it was used. Also it is worth bearing in mind that access is poor as the gate to the property is extremely narrow so mirrors have to be pulled in with only inches to spare. The water in the lane is also inconvenient and the advert does not fully justify how quickly the water rises on a rainy day and the anxiety caused about getting out. Due to the access issues we decided to use public transport during our stay which was fantastic for getting around to different places in the locality. A visit to the local butchers Jacksons is also a must as their produce, especially the pies is excellent!!