Guests say
Moonshine Loft offers a charming and quirky base in Whitby, with guests praising its excellent central location and comfortable bed. The property is well-organised and provides lovely views from the top floor. However, the stairs can be challenging for those with mobility issues, and there was an isolated mention of cleanliness concerns. The inclusion of a parking permit is a helpful bonus for those arriving by car.
Most guests found the apartment clean and tidy, though one review noted issues with stained bed sheets and makeup residue, suggesting occasional lapses in cleaning standards.
The location is highly praised, with guests highlighting its convenience for exploring Whitby and the surrounding area, as well as the benefit of a parking permit.
Guests found the bed very comfortable and the loft well-organised, but the numerous stairs may impact comfort for those with mobility concerns.
The property is described as compact but well-equipped with everything needed for a stay. The parking permit is appreciated, though the stairs may be a drawback for some.
There is no mention of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
A third floor apartment overlooking the town of Whitby with its shops, pubs and traditional fish and chip shops right on your doorstep.. All on the
Third Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 19" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Record Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Washing Machine
Bedroom: Zip And Link Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Shower Room: Shower, Toilet.
Electric heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.. Set in picturesque Whitby, this contemporary loft apartment makes a great base for exploring the coastline of Yorkshire. Moonshine Loft is perfectly situated right in the heart of Whitby, on the West Cliff. Just a short walk to the harbour brings you to the old part of town with its shops and restaurants. This Victorian, top floor apartment has been refurbished and is in a wonderful location. It is just a short stroll from the heart of this bustling fishing town with Whitby Abbey and the church of St Mary’s (the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s Dracula). 3 miles of golden sands beckon beach lovers and there are many bars, restaurants and cafés around the centre of the town. Whitby is situated on the Yorkshire Heritage coast - ideal for hikers and cyclists who can make the most of the nearby Cleveland Way and the National Cycling Network. Whitby itself hosts events all year round including a Goth Weekend, Steampunk events, the Whitby Regatta and much more. There is always something going on in this beautiful, gothic town. The North Yorkshire Moors Steam Railway departs from the town on a regular basis and snakes its way through ’Heartbeat’ country into the depths of the North York Moors National Park. The medieval walled city of York is just an hour away boasting many attractions such as the National Railway Museum and the Jorvik Viking Centre. Day trips to the theme park of Lightwater Valley and Flamingo Land are less than an hour away and there is so much to see and do in the North York Moors National Park. Beach 500 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 100 yards.
Free WiFi
Free parking on the street outside is available for a maximum of 3 hours with a blue parking disk. Disks available from the post office.
More information about parking in Whitby can be found on the below link.
https://www.scarborough.gov.uk/home/parking/whitby-parking
Nearby points of interest
- Whitby Beach
Reviews (6)
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Lewis Kenny
My Girlfriend and I are a young couple, new to driving, live in Liverpool and are not the most healthy of people but still relatively active and fit, making the 4 flights of stairs and many, many hills not a concern for ourselves.We spent a week in this accommodation and it was absolutely fantastic. The bed was extremely comfortable and completely clean as soon as we arrived (which considering i had just driven 150 miles, was a blessing) and we fell asleep instantly.Simply put, we loved: The vinyl player, the amount of random scary movies, the Dracula themed decor and the whole quirkiness of the space, the easy to use cooking appliances where especially important to me as i work for a massive kitchen retailer 😂.The only area of improvements for me where: the floor within the kitchen/living space was uneven due to previous booming of the flooring panels and was a slight shock but was not a disaster or deal breaker. My only other concern was that the bedroom window appeared to have some obvious wear to the right side of the frame when you open the window.The location is about <5 minutes from the main harbour, which was fantastic with plenty to do and endless restaurants to eat in; up until about 10pm and then the town goes quiet with so many relaxing benches and local pubs to enjoy the sunset with a drink/snack.So overall: Location superb, food fantastic, plenty of hot & clean drinking water, Bed was epic and the horror/romantic setting was really amazing for some sweet nights curled up watching movies. (The beanbag was epic)We will be back. And we hope that people enjoy our 3 little Dvds that we left in order to make the night watching a little lighter 😂 Just that one note to management about the floor, might be worth looking into it.
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Confirmed Guest
The loft was a good base. And location for Whitby and surrounding area. Unfortunately, we did struggle with the stairs, so if you're not fit, it's not the place for you. Yes, it is was are fault but booked in a hurry as it was a last minute mini break. If you are taking a car, you do need to make sure you get a parking permit as all the roads use them.
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Andrew Osborne
Our second stay at Moonshine Loft. Small and compact with quirky decoration. To really enjoy you need to be fit enough to manage the stairs. As a base in Whitby it is in an excellent location. The car park pass is a real bonus.