Holly Cottage

We thought it was a very nice cottage and the position of the cottage was in a nice location of the beaten track.

The design being an old style cottage and the decor and furniture all to try and match the cottage. Was nice and present quiet, which we loved, but close to places you may want to visit. We struggled with the internet in the cottage possible due to its position, we thought that the information book could do with a bit of an update, as some of the information was out of date, some of the places you may have gone to eat where shut down. But that did not stop us from finding these places to eat. We really enjoyed our break there, and would book again if we are in that area.

Doors and window all need attention sooner rather than later

Location was perfect for where we wanted to visit.

great having an enclosed garden for our dog buddy.everything you needed in there to make our stay perfect. Loved the open fire

Our stay was great and we’d definitely go back.

We loved the location, the walled garden, the fire and cozy cottage feeling. Just what we wanted. And being so close to Whitby but still rural was perfect for us. The cottage was very cold for the first night but once we got the fire and heaters going it warmed right up. The beams could do with dusting spiderwebs away, especially in the bathrooms. My daughter was quite squeamish about them. The welcome package of milk, wine and biscuits was very sweet.

This is a charming little cottage in a picturesque hamlet, situated in a very rural location with lovely walks and nearby Sandsend and Whitby.

The owners had made efforts to be welcoming with biscuits, milk and a bottle of wine, which was very gratefully received. However, there was no escaping that we were cold; the storage heaters are old and, in some cases, not working. We had several trips to replace logs for the open fire while we were there, as it snowed. Although lovely, it was too cold to be comfortable, certainly in the Winter.

A delightful cottage, ideally situated for trips to Whitby and Scarborough.

Had slight problems with the storage heaters but apart from that we had a most enjoyable weeks stay.

This was quaint with lots of charm.

Quiet and peaceful spot. Perfect for the dog with a garden for him to roam in. Rustic and charming.

A wonderful holiday in Holly Cottage, everything you need, the surroundings were peaceful, its an idyllic place, perfect

Wonderful stay.

Beautiful location, everything from coast to countryside. Whitby 10 min drive.

Lovely cosy little base for our holiday with all that we needed to be comfortable.

Great location to reach various places across North Yorkshire.

Lovely comfortable cottage with welcoming hosts.

Equipped with everything you may need and in an ideal location for exploring the area.

Holly Cottage is very comfortable, nice lounge and kitchen, bedrooms are quite small but there are two good bathrooms.

Pleasant garden space which was secure for the dog. It is a delightful location. Very quiet and peaceful but easy access by car to all those interesting places on this part of the coastline. Some of the local footpaths and bridleways are somewhat overgrown and challenging although there is an easy walking route to Mulgrave and the Castle.

Very complete cottage.

Dirty windows all over the cottage.

Grubby pedal bin, Hoover was full to brim with dog hair and had no suction, Step to the kitchen was a bit of a trip hazard. Needed a painted white line along the front of it, Front door wouldn't lock properly, Curtain hook missing on lounge curtains, Night storage heater not working in lounge, Table lamp not working, French door wood crumbling badly on outside weather board, Fireside rug needs trimming or renewing, Cobwebs need a good dusting and picture frames. Bedroom blind was in dire need of renewing. Green algae on garden furniture. Cracks in walls need filling. Plug in big bathroom need chain fixing, Shower head needs a clean.

Just returned from our week at Holly Cottage.

The cottage needs a complete update to be honest. Storage heaters not working in kitchen and lounge. Windows very dirty. Hard beds. Very rough guest towels. Paddock for guests use completely overgrown so couldn't access it. No welcome pack on arrival just milk, previous guests had wine & biscuits. Seems that previous guests have made the same complaints but nothing has been actioned!

Holly Cottage is a lovely little cottage in a fabulous location.

It was spoilt by the fact the storage heater in the living room didn't work so the room was really cold in the mornings. We didnt light the fire till the evening as we went out during the day . I did contact Kate the owner on the monday and she was going to get her son to check it out but that never happened. Cottage could go with a bit of TLC and a good clean , there was cobwebs and dust everywhere which we noticed straight away . I did contact Sykes about this a few weeks before we were due to stay as there was a review about the cleanliness and after 3 weeks Sykes got back to me saying all issues had been sorted, which clearly they hadn't. I feel very disappointed to be honest. It is such a shame as it is a really lovely cottage , just needs updating and some TLC. I have never had to write a negative review before as it's not in my nature , but i feel very strongly about this . No way should there have been dirty skirting boards, dust and cobwebs .

Lovely cottage, as described in the write up.

Plenty of coal for the fire, it was needed in February!. All 3 gardens were enclosed, ideal for small pets. Unfortunately due to the weather and mud, our little dog did not have the pleasure of a runaround in them. Plenty of local walks. The cottage was ideally situated for main towns in the area. Kate was friendly and helpful. Thank you

The main bedroom has no wardrobe although it does have chest of drawers.

The large bed takes up the whole room leaving little room to move to the door. The door opens outwards almost to the top of the stairs, I believe it to be an accident hazard. Although the kitchen has plenty of pottery and implements there is no room left for food. The gardens are neglected and overgrown. The heating system requires a complete overhaul.

We loved the area and the cottage was well placed to explore.

The flowers, wine and biscuits were a nice touch but we would have preferred soap in the bathrooms and better towels. The cottage itself is in need of updating with some rotting window frames, areas of damp and an old outdated heating and hot water system. A deep clean would not go amiss with plenty of cobwebs and dust. The cottage has a lot of potential and could be easily returned to what we assume was its former “luxury” status.

Beautiful cottage set in beautiful quiet surroundings Everything you need was available and our stay was very relaxing, peaceful and comfortable

Lovely little cottage in a quiet location, could travel into coastal bays or up onto moors in the car Had everything we needed (but dishwasher instead of washing machine.

. may be a problem if staying with children..was fine for us) A secure garden for the dog who loved exploring it Owner easy to contact if needed

Quaint quiet quirky gem of a cottage ,right in the heart of a plethora of fantastic scenery and days out.

Whitby so close with Sandsend a possible walk away, what more could you want. We spent most evenings recovering from the days out ,relaxing on the porch with a cool chilled wine or beer,with the sounds of the birds,cows,sheep and a donkey laughing in the distance. Would and will definitely recommend.

Some of the radiators did not work, though that may have been because we were not sure how to operate them, the garden and paddock need some maintenance.

The cottage and location are very pleasant and peaceful.

Definitely recommend this cottage it’s really beautiful and the gardens are totally enclosed our little dog loved it The owner was lovely and really helpful Will definitely go again

Perfectly placed cottage loved everything But it needs a washing machine It's says there's one in the kitchen but there's not The place is beautiful and fully equipped

Had a lovely stay in holly cottage very cosy with open fire.

very clean and very quite

Super cottage offering everything needed when away from home.

Ideally located for both coast and moors, very quiet with walks from the door and shops/eateries, a short drive away. It is quirky and rustic, with super outside facilities. It is the place to go if you want to escape the hustle and bustle of every day life.

This was our second stay at Holly Cottage and we hope to return again.

Such a cosy cottage in a beautiful area.

Lovely traditional cottage secluded in a peaceful location .

. all facilities and creature comforts as described and property owner very helpful in discovering local amenities and dining options .. All in all, everything you need for a peaceful break, with no unpleasant surprises .. we would book again without hesitation.

Excellent cottage, quiet location, within short distance of Sandsend and Whitby.

Wonderful break.

Loved the open fire and enclosed garden. Only slight minuses were that we couldn’t get the kitchen storage heater to work, and Wi-Fi was very patchy, although to be expected in such a rural area. Overall we all thoroughly enjoyed it and would definitely return.

This was our 2nd stay at Holly Cottage---a lovely--cozy--comfortable cottage.

The cottage is very clean well equipped in general. Love the location. We really enjoyed our holiday and sunny weather every day. We really enjoyed the open fires and there was plenty of coal in the shed. However this time, the television wasn't working!!! a shelf in the fridge broke and shattered!!! lots of lovely pans for cooking but a lack of baking flat trays in the oven, no salt / tablets/ rinse aid for the dishwasher ---fortunately we brought our own.

A lovely little cottage with fully fenced off garden which was ideal for our puppy.

The view was amazing because of it country location. Fantastic for day trips to Whitby, Scarborough and the dales. I would stay here again and Katie is very helpful if you have any issues.

The cottage itself was lovely, convenient for exploring the surrounding area.

In a nice quiet hamlet, the owner was very pleasant to deal with. But the cottage needs a bit of TLC, also there were no cleaning materials, washing up liquid, bleach, hand wash etc. The patio door frames were in a sad condition. The paddock was overgrown and we could not open the gate, we booked the cottage so our dog could have somewhere to roam, very disappointed. Also the kitchen blind was broken, having said all this, if the cottage was updated a bit we would go again. Thank you, Mr. and Mrs Michael Burks.

Holly cottage Just perfect!

If you are looking for a cottage close enough to all the bustle and fantastic sights of the Yorkshire coast and countryside but within a short drive of this quiet hamlet that you feel immediately at home in; then Holly Cottage is for you. Such a lovely place with all the facilities required for a fabulous time away. A very comfortable lounge with cosy open fire. Enclosed garden and paddock is perfect for your dog to run free and a nice decking to enjoy your breakfast and then later a glass of wine before supper. Highly recommend Holly Cottage.

Good well equipped cottage in a great location

A really nice cottage indeed;however, much more than just some TLC is needed to bring the place up to its possible standard.

Holly Cottage is in a perfect location for visiting the beaches on the North Yorkshire coast as well as the North Yorkshire Moors.

The cottage is very comfortable, well equipped with all we needed, and in a lovely rural spot. The enclosed outdoor space is perfect for dogs and small children. It was good to know in advance that there isn’t a washing machine so that we were prepared with enough changes of clothes for the little ones!

Excellent cottage in a beautiful location, amazing holiday, many thanks John

My 5 stars go to the owner such a sweet lady to talk to.

5 stars for the location, so peaceful no noise, traffic, only the birds to listen to. The cottage is lovely but disappointing with no complimentary of anything! Make sure you take everything with you it’s very basic plus the double bed was very uncomfortable. Overall it just needs some TLC. We had a lovely time though.

This was our second visit to Holy cottage but we will not be making a third.

The windows were in need of a good clean, dirty glass and cobwebs in the corners. There were crumbs on the floor in the kitchen by the table, when you went out on to the patio the first length of wood was loose. The whole place outside needs fixing one way or another. I know the lack of normal TV could not be helped, but if I had not phoned for the key code we would not have known about it. I think we should have been informed of the problem sooner.

What a lovely cottage and location we loved every minuet of our holiday

Lovely cottage in a very quiet little countryside location.

The cottage had a homely feeling with everything needed to relax for a week away. The garden was very secure and we had no problems letting our little dog free to wander without fear of her escaping. The paddock at the rear of the property is a real bonus for someone with a large dog who needed lots of excercise.

Lovely quiet hamlet location only 4 miles from Sandsend beach, gorgeous little cottage, tiny bedrooms but fine for couple with 2 small children.

Would be good if twin beds could become double bed to house second couple, or in my case a singleton used to a double bed! Great to have 2 bathrooms. Lots of safe garden to play in, and friendly donkey and horse to visit close by. Very well equipped cottage except for lack of advertised washing machine!! Essential for family with beach loving or muddy walks children.. and it is listed in the info pack but has magically become a dishwasher. . Also a "home from home" should have soap in the basins, washing up brush, scourers, kitchen scissors really...and the "wealth of books" was missing. Communication with owner impossible and inbox full, and information pack in house needs updating. However! Plenty of wood and coal for open fire, and a BBQ hiding in shed, but it would have been helpful to know what not to bring! Two calls to Sykes did not resolve. Would def book again now we know what we're doing.

Lovely peaceful place.

No road traffic noise at all. Well equipped (once we'd found microwave and freezer!) We found it plenty warm enough and lit the fire each evening. Very cosy! Didn't realise we had to provide own soap for bathrooms so had to go and get some and washing up liquid was nearly gone. Just little things though.

We had a nice stay at the cottage, however we had some issues in that no soap, tea bags, oven trays, or milk were provided.

On its own this would not have been an issue but when reading the reviews of other guests we saw that some had Scones, bottles of wine, chocolates etc... It just made us feel a bit dejected. We had to buy these basics which was difficult after a 3 hour drive to a remote location, and added another hour before we were able to relax. When we messaged the property owner to make them aware for future guests we were offered compensation for the things we had to buy, which we accepted, and we were told this would be posted via the letterbox during our stay. We never received this however. In future we would recommend the property owner adds to their listing that these things are not provided, or even spend the extra £2-3 to make a guests stay a little nicer. We would also recommend a more thorough clean before guests arrive, as we had to spend a bit of our first day cleaning cobwebs and clearing out the fireplace.

In winter the storage heaters do not provide sufficient heat for any of the room; the lounge being the exception purely because there is the opportunity to have an open fire.

Holly Cottage is in a lovely peaceful setting, the garden is lovely and great for dogs as it's enclosed.

The central heating is a bit outdated and the bedrooms are compact, but it suited us very well. The weather was lovely and we really enjoyed sitting out in the garden.

this was our second vist to holly cottage ,and will go there again great location central to all atractions would highly recomend.

We had a most enjoyable and relaxing fortnight at Holly Cottage.

Kate was the perfect host, unobtrusive yet readily contactable. The cottage was ample for four adults, with a great open plan kitchen / diner, and was very well equipped - a washing machine rather than a dishwasher would have been our only wish. The three secure gardens and paddock completely surrounding the house gave ample space and shade for dog and human relaxation on hot days, while the sizeable porch made for easy canine comings and goings in wet weather. West Barnby is a lovely calm setting, away from the bustle of the tourist hotspots yet within easy access of coast, moor and forest - next to no passing traffic during the day and only the moos of the cows at night. We found great walks from the door along the permissive paths of the Mulgrave Estate, which we had to ourselves, and Kettleness is only a five minute drive away for stunning walks along the cliff tops or derelict railway track.

We have been to Holly Cottage a few times before and have always been very comfortable and pleased with our stay; this time was no exception.

Everything was spotless and COVID safe and the cottage was as comfortable as always. We hope to be back again soon.

Sorry but can't recommend Sykes, as the holiday we had booked in March, we couldn't go due to lockdown and Sykes's wouldn't,t refund deposit.

when we asked to change dates, we could at a rate for new customers when we have 3 booked this year alone with them, and used them several times before. The owner of Holly Cottage kindly made a makeshift bed for our 4 year old granddaughter, as the info was incorrect about beds, and offered her apologies for the misleading info on Sykes site. Our granddaughter kept getting stung by nettles in the garden, however we had a lovely stay. Anne Brooke

It was a lovely cottage with everything we needed and more.

Very tranquil. We booked a dog friendly cottage but actually didn’t take our dog. No worries if you don’t have a dog because the cottage had NO smell of dog in it at all. Because of COVID times we didn’t meet the owner but we spoke on the phone about key pick up and she was very friendly and helpful.

Lovely cottage, well equipped and comfortable.

The garden was safe and good for both our toddler and dog to run about in. Would be happy to stay again

We have been to Holly Cottage a few times now and have always been comfortable and made to feel welcome there.

The location is peaceful and quiet but only a short drive from the great town on Whitby. Our dog always enjoys her time here with plenty of room to run around. We hope to be back again this year (all being well on the COVID front!). Definitely recommended.

Very comfortable cottage - and very quiet - if you like hustle and bustle this is not for you!

We really loved the peace and location - and yet only 10 mins from nearest beach. Our dog Poppy loved it - there is so much garden for her to explore and very secure. We had a wonderful week there and hope to book again for next year

PROBABLY COVID RELATED BUT NO SALT TABLETS RINSE AID FOR DISHWASHWER NOT CLEAR YOU HAD TO BRING YOUR OWN.

NEVER HAD A BAD SYKES HOLIDAY

Shame no logs for fire provided as it was cool in lounge on some evenings.

Marvellous quiet setting and great dog friendly garden.

Beautiful little cottage!

Had everything we needed for a cosy week away! Lovely extras touches too, bottle of milk, bottle of wine and fresh flowers, aswell as the amazing retro board games too! Amazing little find! Really enjoyed our stay! Thankyou!

Lovely comfortable, well equipped cottage and great for our dog.

We enjoyed wandering along the local beaches with our Spaniel and just relaxing in the cottage.

Just one point, we would have preferred to have a washing machine rather than the dishwasher which we did not use.

However a washing machine would have been very useful after a day on the beach.

We had a lovely break and the cottage made it happen as it is in a perfect location and has everything you need for a home from home experience, we shall return to holly cottage the next time we visit North Yorkshire without a doubt, thankyou Kate Mark gray

This cottage is a total gem very well equipped cosy with the open fire.

Enclosed garden is a bonus for your dog, there is a large paddock also for kids to run around in. Great location for visiting Whitby, Sanndsend etc. The host left wine and milk for our arrival superb !

A really beautiful cosy cottage in beautiful location close to Whitby.

We had a great week

Was a lovely cottage and owner Kate was very nice will definitely go back at sometime

Holly Cottage is in a lovely, peaceful location but only 15/20 minutes to the hustle of Whitby.

The gardens and outside areas are great, especially for dogs. The downstairs lounge is snug and cosy. The kitchen/diner has everything you need (as long as you go searching in all of the cupboards to hunt down the microwave and freezer!). However, the upstairs double bedroom is cramped and the size of the ensuite rather encroaches into that space. Fine for a weekend but not sure about any longer.

Lovely cottage, very peaceful setting just what we needed.

We had a lovely break.

Cottage is in a quiet and relaxing location and is homely and comfortable.

Holly Cottage is a lovely well appointed house in a really nice location.

The house was clean and had everything we needed for our stay. We received a kind welcome gift too

Holly cottage.

.was so relaxing very clean and comfortable...in alovely location...one of the best cottages we stayed in...thanks Kate...

We love booking with Sykes!

We find the listings are accurately portrayed. Holly Cottage was in a wonderfully quiet location, yet close to Whitby and all it has to offer. It was such a perfect cottage and we loved the wood burning fire. We had 3 contained garden areas for our little pup to explore, yet stay safe. This is one of our favorites!

THE OWNER WAS EXTREMELY WELCOMING - THE COTTAGE WAS LOVELY WITH EVERY AMENITY PROVIDED - A MOST ENJOYABLE PLACE TO REST ONES HEAD.

Really lovely cottage - perfect.

Warm welcome from owner who was extremely helpful. Would recommend this cottage.