Guests say
Westbourne House in Scarborough receives high praise for its spaciousness, comfort, and well-equipped facilities, making it ideal for large groups. The property's location is appreciated for its proximity to the beach and local amenities. Guests have enjoyed the clean, well-decorated rooms and the thoughtful touches, such as a welcome pack, though this is not guaranteed for every stay.
Most guests found the property to be clean and well-maintained, with only a few minor cleanliness issues noted, such as windows and a dining table that needed additional cleaning, and an incident with dead flies.
The property is well-liked for its location, within walking distance to the beach and local shops. Parking is mentioned as adequate, although some guests noted a walk was required due to the parking situation.
Guests consistently report that the property is comfortable, with spacious rooms and ample space for large groups to gather. The beds and living spaces are particularly commended for their comfort.
The property is praised for its well-stocked kitchen and ample facilities. However, some guests experienced issues with appliances like the tumble dryer and oven, and suggested improvements such as additional showers and red wine glasses.
Several reviews mention a welcome pack, which was well-received, indicating thoughtfulness. However, it is noted that such gifts are not consistently provided to all guests.
About this property
Resting in the heart of the bustling seaside town of Scarborough in North Yorkshire lies this beautifully presented holiday home, Westbourne House. With a garden for the warmer months and conveniently located within walking distance of local amenities and the beach, this holiday home is perfect for a family or group of friends looking for a decadent escape. Step inside to find well-presented living areas, including two sitting rooms with plush seating, stylish interiors, and Smart TVs to cosy up in front of, and a fully-equipped kitchen/diner, any budding chefs can enjoy rustling up dinner in. Upstairs is where you can catch your rest in one of seven tastefully decorated bedrooms, each with storage or hanging space for your belongings; on the first floor locate a king-size, 2 individual singles, and a triple room, serviced by a bathroom and a cloakroom, on the second floor locate a king-size with en-suite and a family room with TV, and finally, on the third floor, a family room with cloakroom.
Outside, there is a delightful courtyard to take advantage of; sought after in the area, the garden space is ideal for hosting and dining alfresco. There is a tonne of attractions in the town, including the magnificent mediaeval Scarborough castle, where visitors can learn about local history and take in the breath-taking views of the North Sea. Those looking to breathe in some sea air can head to Scarborough beach or South Bay Beach, where you can spend sunny days on their golden shores before indulging in some local fish and chips. The burial of Anne Brontë, the Scarborough Art Gallery, and The Secret Garden are further must-see attractions for a gentler day out.
The famed Whitby Abbey, 199 Steps, The Whalebone Arch, and the Dracula Experience are all located in the historic town of Whitby, which is accessible through a short, picturesque drive down the coast. The North York Moors National Park is also close by and offers countless options for cycling and walking with breath-taking views of the English countryside and coast to enjoy with your loved ones. Westbourne House is the ultimate retreat for your next trip to North Yorkshire. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1167574, sleeping together up to 34 guests.
Scarborough, a Victorian coastal town, has many of its original buildings, parks, and gardens, as well as its ancient castle. North Bay and South Bay have gorgeous golden sand beaches popular with families. There are various kid-friendly activities and adult attractions like the Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough Spa, and Scarborough Open Air Theatre. Scarborough is an excellent place for outdoor activities, including golf facilities, seaside walks along the Cleveland Way, gorgeous yachting, and championship-quality surfing.
Accommodation
Over four floors.
Seven bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x second-floor king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC, 1x single, 1 x single, 1 x triple, 1 x second-floor family room with TV, double and single, 1 x third-floor family room with double, single, and en-suite cloakroom with basin and WC.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
First-floor cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
2 x sitting rooms
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer.
2 x Smart TV, TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen included in rent.
Off-road parking.
Rear patio with furniture.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.2 miles, beach 0.7 miles.
One small well behaved pet welcome.
Please Note: Only hand towels and bath mat are provided, please bring your own bathing towels.
Reviews (15)
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Carol
This was through no fault of their own and communication was excellent throughout our stay. However I feel that because of the short notice for the change the property was not properly ready for occupation. The furniture was not up to the standard that I was expecting, ie cupboard doors and drawers were very difficult to open and close, most of the beds had very precarious legs and the central leg on my king size bed wasn't fitted making the bed uncomfortable, one of the dining chairs was broken. There was also a lack of furniture in many of the bedrooms. The fan wasn't working in my bathroom and there was no window for ventilation so by the end of the week it was quite smelly, particularly as there was a leak on the hot water pipe to the washbasin meaning that the floor under the basin was permanently damp. The very top floor room bathroom smelled very strongly of smoke and damp and wasn't pleasant to use. We found it strange that there was a shoe rack in the entrance hall but nowhere to hang coats. On the plus side it was great that all rooms were en suite and had good TVs. Most also had a small kitchenette. There was plenty of crockery, cutlery and glasses for the number of guests. It was good to have an air fryer and a slow cooker but the oven and hob weren't easy to use and there were no oven gloves. There was a good sized dishwasher but only two tablets were supplied. The sofas were all very comfortable. The data lock on the main entrance was good as it meant we weren't juggling keys all week. The house is very conveniently located for the south beach and the town, both of which are within walking distance and there is plenty in Scarborough to keep everyone occupied for a week or more. Just be mindful that the traffic wardens are ultra vigilant and are not afraid of issuing tickets. Unfortunately there don't appear to be any dog wardens though and the amount of dog poo is horrendous.
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Sam
Really big and great layout to accommodate large numbers. 2 large family rooms and a lovely kitchen! The bedrooms were a great size. Location was spot on you can walk to the beach and only a few mins walk to a local small Morrisons which is really handy. Would definitely recommend.
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Katrina
the kids loved the games room and the adults thought the beds and rooms were comfortable. Would recommend for large groups, very cozy house.