Holly Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Swimming pool
Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Games Room
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

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Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score over the last 3 months

13 Customer Review(s)

“Lovely cottage and a short walk to access the beach.”

Unfortunately due to covid restrictions the pool was closed but the grounds of the resort were very nice and well maintained. This part of the coast is lovely with lots of great beaches ( fantastic for dog walking) we will return again.

Unfortunately due to covid restrictions the pool was closed but the grounds of the resort were very nice and well maintained. This part of the coast is lovely with lots of great beaches ( fantastic for dog walking) we will return again.

- Mrs Miller, July 2020
“It was really disappointing - we have used Sykes before many times and this cottage would have been great but was let down by the cleaning company - the new check in time of 5pm to allow for Covid cleaning should have given plenty of time - we arrive a little early but hadn't realised they not been in until we had unloaded car - the cleaners didn't arrive till after 5pm and so cleaned around us!”

! not sure how Covid safe it all was? other than that the cottage was lovely

- Ms Smith, July 2020
“This was our third holiday at holiday cottage however this time the low standard of cleaning and cleanliness was terrible; particularly in these times of Covid 19 and despite assurances that additional steps would be taken in cleaning the property.”

Throughout the entire house the floors were dirty, notably in the bathroom, long dark (I believe human hair) everywhere and in plug holes. (Photographs available.) Hair and crumbs on the downstairs floors, crumbs left in the toaster and fridge/freezer compartment were dirty. The property itself is comfortable and the Aria site is well maintained with good facilities albeit restricted due to Covid 19. The pool is now open and a good system is in place for booking and changing however social distancing in the pool is difficult. A guest book in the property shows that several previous occupants have commented on the need for a thorough deep clean and I would add that this is essential. Fortunately our grandaughter didn’t join us until the second day of our holiday which gave me the opportunity to clean and sanitise before her arrival but I felt uncomfortable the whole time I was in the house and have never before looked forward so much to the end of a holiday. Obviously we’ve previously had good holidays at Holly Cottage but this time we will not be rebooking.

- Mrs Thompson, July 2020

Many thanks for your valuable feedback, we are very disappointed that one of our properties has seemingly let us down and not provided you with the experienced that we had hoped for. We will be contacting the owner of this property shortly regarding the points you have raised. We will then be in touch with you to discuss this in more detail. If you wish to discuss or elaborate more on the issues raised, please feel free to contact the Sykes office on the details below, quoting your booking reference number and any other information that may assist us in providing the best possible outcome and customer service. 01211 345700 option 1 then option 3 Sykes owner relations
“Parking was a bit problem not obviously down to you it was other people using it that wasn't staying in that area and them blocking the bins so they couldn't be emptied.”

TV ariel might need replacing the 1in the bedroom didn't work and the living room 1flickered. The bulb in the kitchen will need changing it flickers constantly when light is on no problems that would effect your holiday we had a great time and would book again

- Mrs Sandiford, December 2019
“The only fault was in the listing,that being it failed to mention the meadows was being redeveloped and was no longer available for dog walking.”

We only found out by reading other reviews. Holly cottage is a loverly place to stay and is equipped with everything you would need.We found it to be comfortable and clean to a reasonable standard. The owner met us at the cottage on arrival and told us that he had revised the listing with regards to the meadows but had not been acted upon by the listing agents .He gave us a bottle of wine a box of Chocolates and a welcome card by way of apology which we both found to be a very thoughtful gesture. Thankyou for a fantastic week Chris, Bridget and Rory the dog.

- Mr Hall, September 2019
“The cottage was not very clean, there was lots of wear and tear for eg coat hooks off the wall, lamp not working, cupboard doors not shutting etc.”

The double bed is small and the mattress thin - it has a wooden base board so my 6 foot husband had to sleep curled up. It is situated on the car park, so if we had the windows open people disturbed us in the mornings. The adjacent building work started at 8am - it was noisy and there was a vibration from the diggers. Generally the Bay has gone downhill - this was our third visit and the last. The lovely green spaces are all being built on and the infrastructure can’t cope with the extra houses. My husband got a note telling him not to park on the grass verge, but when the car park is full the alternative is to park in the road and cause an obstruction which many people did.

- Mrs Green, August 2019
“Instruction leaflet needed for washing machine as it's not obvious how to program it.”

Ditto for microwave oven. We didn't notice at first that heating thermostat was set very high. Are there any onsite facilities for recycling stuff like plastic bottles and cardboard. We couldn't find any.

- Mrs Richardson, August 2019
“Not very clean at all car park always full”

- Mr Ratcliff, July 2019
“We were a little disappointed about the meadow which was closed and at the time of booking that was one thing we where attracted to.”

Also there was no shop on the site

- Mr Heslewood, May 2019
“Spot on great for the dog as well”

- Mr Burgess, March 2019
“The cottage was lovely next to fields so ideal for the dog and my 18month old grandchild.”

Pack your wellies as a little muddy in places. The stay was lovely and the pub on the site welcomed dogs. Lovely swimming pool but unfortunately the baby pool was out of action due to refurbishment. You can walk to the beach it’s a good walk but worth the walk to see the sea views. I have recommended The Bay at Filey to lots since I returned home as it was clean, family and pet friendly. Its also ideally situated for exploring Filey, Bridlington, Scarborough, Whitby etc all areas along that coastline. My stay was not during peak holiday times so the site was not very busy and exceedingly quiet. I would highly recommend staying here

- Mrs O'mahoney-baxter, February 2019
“A lovely cottage that was comfy and equipped with everything we needed, a home from home!”

! My family and I had a wonderful week. We would defiantly recommend this cottage.

- Miss Sate, November 2018
“The cottage was perfect and loved where it was on the Bay Village.”

The Bay is ideal for couples with children and for dogs. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back. We will definitely use Sykes holidays again as they make booking a holiday so easy.

- Mrs Scothern, October 2018
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The property

Filey 3 miles.

A lovely mid terraced cottage on The Bay holiday village with all it's amenities, near to the traditional seaside town of Filey, North Yorkshire.

With excellent on site facilities, the cottage offers an ideal base for friends or families wishing to enjoy a relaxing holiday on the lovely Yorkshire coast.

The property is a short walk to the blue flag beach, is set within well tended gardens and has many amenities available on hand.

Downstairs a light hall leads to a modern, comfortable, open plan living area.

French doors give access to a west facing patio area with patio furniture, ideal for catching the afternoon sun and enjoying an early evening glass of wine.

A simple nautical theme permeates the property making it an ideal holiday home.

The fully-fitted kitchen is modern and well-equipped with microwave, dishwasher and washing machine.

Upstairs is a family bathroom and two spacious bedrooms; one double and one twin.

The double room has views of the sea, and the twin room has a TV, ideal for a family.

A downstairs cloakroom completes the accommodation.

The Bay holiday village provides a range of activities, appealing to all tastes.

Guests can access the indoor swimming pool, sauna, and gym as an inclusive part of their holiday.

Also available on site are activities including tennis, archery and fencing.

There is also the opportunity to hire bikes.

The John Paul Jones pub is a 5 minute walk from the property and serves food.

They also allow dogs.

Also on site is an Italian Restaurant and a pharmacy, and various beauty treatments are available.

Filey is a very traditional town in the North East of England, and sits just under 3 miles from this cottage.

It has the usual shops, pubs and restaurants, however as it is based just metres from the sea, the majority of activities are beach and water based; from fishing to pony rides and crazy golf, it really does offer fun for all of the family.

For those enjoying walking and the Yorkshire countryside, the Bay is convenient for a variety of walks, both coastal and inland, including easy access to the Yorkshire Wolds Way.

Flamborough Head is easily accessible as is Bempton RSPB reserve with its puffins, kittiwakes and gannets.

Culture lovers will enjoy stately homes such as Burton Agnes Hall, Swerby Hall and Sledere House.

The traditional seaside resorts of Scarborough and Bridlington are within 20 minutes drive, and why not have a day trip to Whitby or York?

A delightful property, this cottage is ideal for a fun-packed family holiday.

Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Ground floor basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Gas central heating
Electric oven and hob, fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WIFI, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair on request
Off road parking for 1 car
Patio to rear with furniture and shared lawn area
Communal grounds with picnic areas and lakes
Communal leisure facilities inc. free use of indoor swimming pool, sauna and gym
Optional charge for other facilities inc. bike hire, tennis, scuba diving lessons, fishing, archery etc
One well-behaved pet welcome
Sorry, no smoking
On-site shop/pharmacy, coffee/pizza cafe and pub 5 mins walk (coffee and pizza cafe subject to seasonal opening times)
Beach 0.5 miles
Note: Open lakes in grounds, children should be supervised at all times
Note: The meadow area adjacent to Holly Cottage is no longer accessible
It is currently closed to allow building of Holiday Lodges
From the 30th September until Early 2020 all access to the development site is from the Woodspring Way
We are assured that work on the site will be controlled to ensure minimal disruption to visitors to The Bay. Note: The Swimming Pool on the site will be closed from 4th November till 16th December due to renovation works taking place
Pool on alternative holiday site can be available to use between Tuesdays and Fridays

About the location

FILEY

Scarborough 7.5 miles; Bridlington 11 miles.

Filey is a traditional English seaside resort with a friendly atmosphere, offering a restful holiday, making an ideal place to stay for walkers and wildlife watchers at any time of the year. A real gem on the Yorkshire coast. A fishing town on the North East Coast, Filey has enjoyed a reputation of being a resort since Victorian times, set beside the magnificent Filey Bay, a long stretch of beautiful sand, with Filey Brigg and its shallow rockpools to the north. Filey Brigg is a low headland that protects Filey Bay and provides good bird watching and seawatching opportunities all year round. The 400 ft high Bempton Cliffs (RSPB Reserve) to the south of Filey Bay are home to over 250,000 seabirds in the summer. gannets, kittiwakes, puffins, guillimots and razorbills all nest there. Gannets are regularly seen diving for fish in Filey Bay. The Brigg area is an ideal place to watch for common and rarer waders, seabirds and migrating warblers,finches and thrushes. As well as seabirds, seals and other marine life, such as porpoises dolphins and Minke Whales can be seen in the sea around the Brigg. The town itself seems almost caught in a time warp, retaining much of its character with individual shops, narrow paths and ginnels. There is a small coble landing, a slipway where local fishermen keep their boats, plus delightful beach chalets that can be hired through the summer months. The bay is edged with two promenades and there are various gardens, where brass bands play on a Sunday afternoon. This small town is family orientated, with donkey rides available on the beach, children’s play areas, crazy golf and candy floss. Also in Filey there is the Filey Dams Nature Reserve, a wetland reserve where common and rare waders and wildfowl can be seen as well as autumn gatherings of swallows, sand martins and house martins. Also there is Parish Wood (just off Sycamore Avenue) an unexpected gem that offers a wealth of wildlife. Willow warbler, chiffchaff, blackcap and tree sparrows breed there and a wide variety of other species are regularly seen such as great spotted woodpeckers and sparrow hawks. Parish Wood also provides shelter and food for a wide range of migrant bird species such as goldcrests, pied and spotted flycatchers, warblers, finches, thrushes and woodcocks. A short drive brings you to the busier town of Scarborough where for family fun you can visit the Alpamare Waterpark, a waterpark unlike anything the UK has ever seen before, as well as plenty to explore and discover in this lovely area.

Note: The meadow area adjacent to Holly Cottage is no longer accessible. It is currently closed to allow building of Holiday Lodges. From the 30th September until Early 2020 all access to the development site is from the Woodspring Way. We are assured that work on the site will be controlled to ensure minimal disruption to visitors to The Bay.
Note: The Swimming Pool on the site will be closed from 4th November till 16th December due to renovation works taking place. Pool on alternative holiday site can be available to use between Tuesdays and Fridays.

Holly Cottage

The Bay near Filey, North York Moors & Coast (Ref. 946913)

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Reviews & Ratings

“Lovely cottage and a short walk to access the beach.”

“This was our third holiday at holiday cottage however this time the low standard of cleaning and cleanliness was terrible; particularly in these times of Covid 19 and despite assurances that additional steps would be taken in cleaning the property.”

“Parking was a bit problem not obviously down to you it was other people using it that wasn't staying in that area and them blocking the bins so they couldn't be emptied.”

“The only fault was in the listing,that being it failed to mention the meadows was being redeveloped and was no longer available for dog walking.”

“The cottage was not very clean, there was lots of wear and tear for eg coat hooks off the wall, lamp not working, cupboard doors not shutting etc.”

“Instruction leaflet needed for washing machine as it's not obvious how to program it.”

“Not very clean at all car park always full”

“We were a little disappointed about the meadow which was closed and at the time of booking that was one thing we where attracted to.”

“Spot on great for the dog as well”

“The cottage was lovely next to fields so ideal for the dog and my 18month old grandchild.”

“A lovely cottage that was comfy and equipped with everything we needed, a home from home!”

“The cottage was perfect and loved where it was on the Bay Village.”

The property

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About the location

FILEY