Now driving your route . . .
ID: S1256729
51 reviews
Pets welcome
1 Bathroom
WiFi
Open fire
Artist House in Saltburn by the Sea receives praise for its beautiful views, cleanliness, and proximity to local attractions. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and the quiet neighbourhood. While some mention issues with parking and worn-out sofas, the overall sentiment is positive, with many finding it a great base for exploring the coast and enjoying family holidays.
Most guests found Artist House to be spotlessly clean and well-presented. However, a few reviews mentioned issues such as dust, cobwebs, and stale smoke odours, which slightly affected the overall cleanliness score.
The property is well-liked for its fantastic location close to the sea and local attractions. Despite some concerns about parking and the rundown nature of the nearby area, the convenience for coast exploration and access to nearby towns is highly valued.
Guests generally find the house comfortable, with special mentions of comfy beds and a quiet location. However, several reviews cite an uncomfortable sofa and thin blinds that let in light, which impacts the comfort score.
Facilities are generally praised for being great, clean, and easy to use, with a well-stocked kitchen. Some maintenance issues like scuff marks, the need for a lick of paint, and TV signal problems have been noted, suggesting room for improvement.
Unfortunately we’ve been unable assess this category comprehensively enough based on the reviews we’ve received from guests about this property.
If you’re looking for a unique place to stay with great access links to the coast, look no further than Artist House. Nestled in the small town of Loftus, you’ll have easy access to renowned walks and cycling routes such as the infamous 100 mile long Cleveland Way Trail and the Tour de Yorkshire. Withpremium interiors and one of a kind artwork throughout, this brand new holiday home is both stylish and inspiring. Sleeping up to 5 guests across 3 spacious bedrooms, it is perfect for group getaways and family stays. Artist House is located in the small, family friendly town of Loftus which has independent shops and amenities including the award winning Willow Cake Shop, Wold Pottery for arts and crafts and a micro gin bar. If you’re looking to get active during your stay, join the infamous 100 mile long Cleveland Way Trail or venture to Staithes along Boulby Cliffs which is the highest cliff on the east coast! Loftus is also an ideal base for cycling as you will find the Tour de Yorkshire and the Klondike pass by at the end of the road. If you want to partake in cycling yourself, there are plenty of uphill climbs to get your heart racing!
The gorgeous seaside town of Saltburn-by-the-Sea is just a short 15 minute drive away. Here you’ll find golden sandy shores and a bustling town centre. You can take the oldest functioning cliff lift in the UK down to the promenade where you’ll arrive at the 208-metre pier which stretches out into the sea. The beach is overlooked by colourful boutique beach huts, a fish restaurant, arcades and a surf shop making it the ideal spot for a day at the seaside.
Also close to Loftus is the charming fishing village of Staithes. The quaint coastal hamlet was recently named one of Britain’s most beautiful seaside villages. It has high cliffs, winding streets and mismatched cottages bursting with charm. Staithes is a magnet for art and artists alike. Throughout the village you’ll find amazing painted illusions known as the ‘Painted Illusions Trail’ created by the famous artist Paul Czainski. It is also the home to the impressionist art society, known as Staithes Group, and their work can always be seen dotted around. Visit Staithes Gallery and browse the wonderful exhibits inspired by the village. Artist House is within walking distance of all that Loftus has to offer. It is within 15 minutes’ drive time of Saltburn and Staithes, and 30 minutes’ drive time Whitby so the coast can be easily explored.
The closest train station is located in Saltburn and has routes to Longbeck, Redcar, Middlesbrough and Darlington with connecting trains to Newcastle, York, Leeds, Manchester and London.
There are a number of busroutes throughout Loftus. Hop on the Arriva North East 5 which travels through to Middlesbrough. If you want to explore the coast, take the X4 route and you can visit beautiful coastal villages like Runswick Bay, Sandsend and Whitby. Artist House is a thoughtfully curated holiday home jam packed with artwork and inspiration. Set over two floors, the house showcases work by the property owner, Diana Scarborough, who is a national and international artist-engineer. With strong connections to the area, you’ll find original one-of-a kind prints and photographs on display throughout the property. Designed and decorated as an artspace and gallery, all artwork is for sale and changes seasonally.
LIVING AREA
On the ground floor, you’ll find an open plan living and dining area. Striking in appearance, the living area features a bold, blue feature wall and a contemporary driftwood sculptureby a local Redcar artist in the fireplace. The ideal place to relax after a day of exploring the local area, you can kick back on one of the sofas and switch on the Smart TV to keep up with your favourite shows. If you’d rather unwind in peace, there is a curated bookcase of art and travel themedbooks, as well as walking maps.
DINING AREA
The dining area features contemporary seating with a white table and matching chairs. A yellow statement wall brightens the space and the selected artwork has been chosen with the overall interior design to create a chilled zone. The french doors open out into an enclosed yard area.
KITCHEN
To the right, you’ll find the fully equipped kitchen. The modern space features handmade Mexican tiles, yellow glass splashbacks and high-end appliances. You’ll have everything you could need for your self-catering staycation as the kitchen has all necessary utensils and cookware so you can prepare meals easily throughout your stay.
There is also a cloakroom on the ground floor featuring a clean, cool look with white and turquoise tiles and mini succulents.
BEDROOM
Head upstairs and you’ll find three spacious bedrooms and the family bathroom.The master bedroom has a light blue and gold colour theme to create a truly relaxing space. The comfy double bed boasts premium bed linens and plush bedding so you can enjoy your nights sleep at Artist House. Artworks featured include Skinningrove photographs, and lithograph and triptych etching inspired by ancient messages. An oak dressing table, wardrobe and a curved mirror complete the space.
Along the hallway, you’ll find the second bedroom. This space features a double bed, upcycled bedside cabinets, a wardrobe and artwork inspired by text and analogue radio technology. You can wakeup to views of clear skies towards Carlin Howe so you can start your day with the calm you need.
The third bedroom is known as the ‘writers room’. This cosy nook is home to a comfy single bed, original prints and a vintage telephone table. With a warm colour palette of burnt oranges, there isa snug and homely feel.
BATHROOM
Also on the first floor is the family bathroom which has a bath and overhead shower, WC and basin. Featuring a unique artist-designed panel of a walking map showing the coast to the moors and a forest green statement wall, North Yorkshire is certainly rooted here.Hidden away in the cupboard, you’ll find a washer / dryer which is ideal for longer stays.
Pets allowed
Garden or backyard
Wireless internet
Bed linens
Carbon monoxide detector
Cleaning Disinfection
Cookware
Dishes and silverware
Dryer
Enhanced cleaning practices
Family/kid friendly
Free parking on street
Hair dryer
Hangers
Heating
High touch surfaces disinfected
Hot water
Kettle
Kitchen
Laptop friendly workspace
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Smoke detector
Stove
Suitable for children (2-12 years)
Suitable for infants (under 2 years)
TV
Toaster
Towels provided
Washer
Bathtub
Dishwasher
Fire extinguisher
Iron
Private entrance
Essentials
Internet
Flat smooth pathway to front door
Stair gates
This is the Trustpilot review score of Last Minute Cottages and not the review score of the property.
If you’d like to read more reviews of Last Minute Cottages, you can do so on our .
Become a Last Minute Cottages member for free and enjoy exclusive pricing, deals and last-minute discounts on thousands of properties.
Login to see
Sign up to see
Login to see
or
Already a member login here
Not a member?
By entering my email address, I agree to Last Minute Cottage's Terms of Service, Privacy Policy and to receive email updates, news, & offers from Last Minute Cottages.
Sign up to be alerted of any last-minute cancellations and discounts.
By entering my email address, I agree to Snaptrip's Terms of service, Privacy policy and to receive email updates, news, & offers from Snaptrip.
So we can send you deals and availability relevant to you.
By entering my email address, I agree to Snaptrip's Terms of service, Privacy policy and to receive email updates, news, & offers from Snaptrip.