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Herons Reach

(Ref. 1066734)

Whitby, North Yorkshire Show on map

4.6

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets: Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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  • location (14)
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  • whitby (12)
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  • river (9)

28 Customer Reviews

  • "Lovely place to stay, peaceful and lovely setting."

    The oven door hadn't been cleaned and some oven trays were a little greasy. Overall the place is clean. Loved the pictures and added decorations

    Reviewed by Robert4.7★Jun 2025

  • "Great property in a great location, which was very quiet and relaxing next to the river."

    Everything you need in the kitchen is provided, Sky and Netflix were available if wanted and the owner also provided area maps and guides. Our only suggestion would be a blind for the front door window as the late night dog walkers did have a tendency to peer in.

    Reviewed by David5.0★May 2025

  • "Lovely house in amazing area with views of viaduct, river and trains."

    Nice walk into Whitby over viaduct. Very convenient position for visiting other tourist destinations. Made friends with some lovely ducks outside the house. Only downside was the baking trays could do with replacing and maybe some blinds in the bathroom and toilet downstairs. Would highly recommend this property for a lovely break.

    Reviewed by Kay4.1★May 2025

  • "I have always looked at these cottages when passing so thought it was about time to stay in one."

    We had an excellent week here (helped by the weather) and will always remember the view of the viaduct from the balcony. We have stayed in more than 40 properties up and down the North Yorks Coast and this is right up there with the best. Great location (only 15 mins walk into Whitby), the cottage was clean and modern with all the essentials some other places don't have. (Cleaning equipment, bin bags ect). I would highly recommend a stay here.

    Reviewed by David4.7★Mar 2025

  • "An excellent stay at Heron's Reach."

    It's close proximity to the Esk allowed, indeed, wonder views of many water living birds, herons included. Though I was particularly impressed with a colony of cormerants which roosted just just a stroll from the cottage. I also trained my binoculars on roedeer on the opposite river bank, from our balcony. The cottage itself was very cosy, well maintained and decorated with Whitby themed art, which we liked as it fostered a delightful holiday spirit. It's a short, pleasant walk into Whitby, across the Larpool viaduct, as mentioned in Dracula, which gives you a smashing via of the abbey. We look forward to returning.

    Reviewed by Paul4.4★Feb 2025

  • "Many thanks for a fabulous stay in your lovely cottage."

    The cottage was warm and cosy with everything to hand whether you wanted to eat in or go out for something. It's a lovely walk into Whitby and it's really not as far as you think. We have had a lovely time and would definitely love to return.

    Thank you for your feedback Jayne, it’s really appreciated. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay and would love to welcome you back. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jayne5.0★Nov 2024

  • "Lovely little place, will stay again."

    Reviewed by Clare5.0★Nov 2024

  • "We had a great stay at Herons Reach."

    The location is superb, the accommodation was excellent for us. Clean, spacious andwell equipped. We did expect a bath as in the photos, but it now has a new shower room. Would still definitely come back. Thanks Debs!

    Reviewed by Gordon4.4★Oct 2024

  • "Lovely property in a lovely area perfect"

    Reviewed by Pete5.0★Oct 2024

  • "Enjoyable stay."

    Good location. Owners very helpful. Information folder needs updating..Very comfortable Thanks

    Reviewed by Michael4.1★Sep 2024

  • "Our 2nd stay at Herons Reach."

    The property has every amenity for a comfortable home from home stay. The view of the viaduct , river and steam train passing a few yards from the cottage is amazing ! The owners are extremely helpful when we contacted them about a query before the visit. Highly recommend! We will definitely return!

    Thank you so much for the great feedback, always a pleasure to welcome returning guests. So glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Stephen5.0★Aug 2024

  • "We had a wonderful family holiday here, the dog included."

    The location was perfect for us to explore Whitby & surrounding areas, we especially enjoyed walking over the viaduct which had amazing views & was easily accessible. The house was very comfortable & was a lovely place to stay, I highly recommend Herons Reach & would definitely stay here again if given the opportunity!

    Reviewed by Lynsey5.0★Jul 2024

  • "Excellent in all respects."

    Reviewed by Mervyn5.0★Jun 2024

  • "Enjoyed our stay in this lovely cottage."

    Nicely decorated and furnished and well equipped. Would definitely stay here again. It was good being near the river with views of the viaduct and trains going by.

    Reviewed by Christine3.8★May 2024

  • "We absolutely fell in love with herons reach."

    So peaceful, perfect beautiful location, kitchen better equipped than my own! Really comfortable and a lovely place to relax The owners were so kind and helpful too We honestly can’t wait to go back it really touched our hearts Loved the steam trains passing and watching the wildlife

    Reviewed by Julie5.0★Oct 2023

  • "This is a great place to stay."

    Its location is great, because it peaceful just out of town. But only 15 mins away. There’s plenty of parking. The property is clean and caters for all your needs. We just love it there.

    Thanks did your lovely feedback Peter, we love having you. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Peter4.4★Sep 2023

  • "Very spacious and well equipped cottage with dining kitchen, lounge and loo on ground floor and master bedroom, single bedroom and sofa bed area and balcony, and family bathroom upstairs."

    Great location for walking into Whitby, just a short but very steep path up to the road then lovely stroll through. Nice well maintained gardens and river view too. Would happily revisit

    Reviewed by Carolyn4.7★May 2023

  • "Just returned from a week away at Herons Reach, what a lovely cottage in a superb location."

    My granddaughter enjoyed finding crabs in the river, I enjoyed seeing the steam trains passing by. Very little driving as so many places to walk to. The Cinder Track into Whitby was a lovely stroll. I will be booking again.

    Reviewed by Sharon4.7★Apr 2023

  • "Initially we had a little difficulty finding the property as there are 2 number 11s in the area."

    You need to drive right down to the viaduct - this could be a little clearer in the property instructions.

    Reviewed by Simon4.7★Mar 2023

  • "Enjoyed our stay pleasant and comftable cottage would recommend"

    Reviewed by Michael4.4★Dec 2022

  • "Outside areas needed some tlc decking cleaning maybe better quality pillows but all in all a very nice stay and very good to be able to walk to Whitby and not use the car as much."

    Reviewed by Gary3.8★Oct 2022

  • "Perfect location for Whitby and exploring North Yorkshire coast, and peace at end of busy day beside river."

    Safe for our little dog. Short steep hill to negotiate if walking into Whitby but once at top of lane joined cinder track for easy 20min walk into Whitby over aqueduct. Informed that Improvements to bathroom planned. Supermarkets nearby. Excellent customer service. We had a lovely week’s stay. Would definitely recommend.

    Reviewed by Beverly4.1★Jun 2022

  • "We had a lovely week at Heron’s Reach."

    Lovely peaceful location, excellent facilities in cottage. We had our small dog with us who loved sitting on balcony watching the ducks! She even met the friendly swan! Whitby is a lovely town with lots to see and do, taxis readily available if you don’t want to drive or walk to and from cottage. Would definitely recommend it and hope to return to herons reach in the future. Found Sykes to be very helpful would book with them again.

    Reviewed by Anne5.0★May 2022

  • "Great property well place for Whitby."

    Sits in a beautiful spot right by the river. Easy access for most places. That was our third stay there and we loved it. I am sure we will be back again soon,

    Thank you for the feedback Peter, really glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Peter5.0★Apr 2022

  • "Great cottage in a great location only 1 thing wrong I would like a choice of ..."

    Great cottage in a great location only 1 thing wrong I would like a choice of another quilt the 1 we had was a bit heavy

    Reviewed by Kenneth5.0★Nov 2021

  • "Fabulous property ."

    ...in a pretty stunning setting ..very close to whitby ..really enjoyed seeing the steam train the other side of the larchpool on several occasions ..also watching people bungee jumping of the larchpool on the sunday was enjoyable ...its a great place to explore that part of the yorkshire coast from ...a sainsburys nearby and petrol station also very handy ...lots of takeaways deliver if you don't fancy cooking ...we thoroughly had a great time and would 100% book this again ...you wouldn't regret booking this ✌

    Reviewed by Catherine5.0★Oct 2021

  • "An excellent location and a really nice cottage which was well equipped."

    We would certainly stay there again.

    Reviewed by Neil4.7★Sep 2021

  • "Good size accommodation, well equipped, good location for getting out and about, lovely views."

    Reviewed by Gaynor4.7★Jul 2021

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Summary

  • Set on the first-floor
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x double with additional sofa bed (can be sectioned into two by prior arrangement), 1 x single with pull-out bed
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Sitting room
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Sky+ and DVD player
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Travel cot and high chair available on request
  • Ample off-road parking
  • Communal lawned gardens
  • Private patio area with furniture
  • One well-behaved dog welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop and pub 1 mile
  • Note: Due to the proximity of the river, please ensure children are supervised at all times
  • Note: There is quite a steep hill leading to the cottage

The property

An attractive, mid-mews cottage, in a small complex of similar properties set by the banks of the River Esk, one mile from the popular fishing town of Whitby.

This bright and cheerful modern Whitby cottage has been tastefully furnished and decorated to a high standard providing a very comfortable holiday home, with patio doors in the sitting room and an archway leading to a well-equipped kitchen/diner.

Boasting a delightful double bedroom, with access to a balcony overlooking the river, and with the benefit of a large sitting area, this bedroom can be adapted via sliding doors to provide two double bedrooms with a sprung mattress sofa bed.

There is also a single room with a pull-out bed to accommodate two further guests.

The outside balcony affords fine river views offering a lovely place to sit and watch the wildlife on the river, spotting the steam trains passing by, with communal lawned grounds outside leading down to the river, where seals, swans and ducks are regular visitors!

The property also has use of a boat ramp.

Although conveniently located away from the hustle and bustle, Whitby centre is just a short walk from the cottage, great for exploring the quaint cobbled streets, taking strolls on the beaches, or paying a visit to the famous abbey and sampling the many bars and restaurants.

For those of an adventurous disposition, there is the cinder track along the route of the former Whitby to Scarborough Railway to Robin Hoods Bay, a flat six-mile walk with wonderful coastal views and cosy pub stops.

The surrounding area has a wealth of attractions, including the stunning scenery of the North York Moors, tearooms in pretty coastal villages, and trips on the steam train to Pickering stopping in Heartbeat country.

Heron's Reach is a delightful cottage, offering a great base for exploring the scenic splendour of Yorkshire.

Where you’ll be staying

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WHITBY

Robin Hood's Bay 5.5 miles; Scarborough 19.3 miles; Pickering 23 miles; Guisborough 21.5 miles.

The seaside town and port of Whitby lies at the mouth of the River Esk in the Scarborough district of North Yorkshire. Ideally situated for exploring this beautiful part of Yorkshire, the local area hosts an abundance of activity so you can be sure to get the best out of both the countryside and the coast. From the nearby North York Moors to its Blue Flag beaches, there's something here for every interest and time of year. Amongst its many attractions, Whitby holds a charming atmosphere, home to winding streets and hidden alleys, where you can find a wide selection of eateries and shops scattered amongst them. Take a trip to the picturesque harbour and lighthouse to watch the sun set, or get involved in some whale watching or a coastal cruise to watch the creatures up close. Climb the famous 199 steps to the Whitby Abbey to immerse yourself with history, or visit the Captain Cook Memorial Museum presenting historical and ethnographic exhibition about Cook himself. Hosting an abundance of leisure facilities, opportunities to explore the natural lands, and plenty of coastal delights, Whitby offers something for everyone. Close to the Robin Hood's Bay full of heritage wonders and scenic spots, and in reach of the bustling towns of Scarborough and Middlesbrough, Whitby is a prime location for exploring all of the delights that Yorkshire has to offer.

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Note: Due to the proximity of the river, please ensure children are supervised at all times.
Note: There is quite a steep hill leading to the cottage.

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