What a View at Quayside Apartment

A lovely Property overlooking the River and Town.

needs updating, microwave rusty, a sofa that was slippy and I kept sliding off it . saucepan handles get hot , no quilted pan holders . bed comfy, Property good for accessing town, 15mins walk to Rail Station . only two trains in the day .8.45 and 12.12 to York

Lovely break.

Clean, convenient to Whitby amenities. Lovely view from window.

The fact that we have returned eight times tells you everything

The location of the apartment was great.

The property was adequate for a short weekend break but I felt not for longer. We came home day earlier. The furniture is not comfortable and unless you moved the TV and sofa you couldn’t see the TV. The bed and mattress were extremely uncomfortable dipping to the middle. I stripped the bed when leaving and noticed a stain on the mattress cover which wasn’t good. Personally I wouldn’t stay again.

Bit difficult to access in dark, having to owner for key safe abit old fashioned, the location was wonderful and the views, we had to turn the boiler on and off when we left, the place was clean but had a fusty smell, someone has been in and left a pint of milk, couple of teabags and some biscuits ,there was nothing in bathroom not even a Loo Roll!

!!! The bedroom was very spacious a king size bed would have been fabulous, all in all stay was ok, a bit expensive for what we got( clean but old fashioned) Thank you for our stay won’t rush to go back

We had a wonderful break.

The apartment is very close to the town. We really enjoyed our stay. Never saw an available parking place on the road all week.

I started my weeks holiday on the Sat, and by the Mon I’d rebooked for next year.

However, one/two small complaints. Small being the operative word: the bed is too small, as is the settee. But looking forward to next year already.

A thorough clean had not been done since the last occupants.

I found socks in a bedside drawer and a piece of clothing in another drawer. Also a blister pack of pills lying on the floor. The hair dryer nozzle was covered in hairs and sticky residue. Bed headboard and other wooden fittings had thick layer of dust on them. Really not good enough! The towels were very small and only one each. Not really enough for a week. Plus nowhere to dry them!

A really lovely apartment with fantastic view's.

It was our second there.

Cosy, bright apartment with great views.

Well equipped and in a great position. Easy to walk to all the lovely places to visit in Whitby.

Wonderful little place with great views and central to shops / restaurants etc .

would recommend and will be back again

We love staying in this apartment.

It is bright, welcoming and clean. We have stayed many times because it is cosy, central and has great views. It is very well maintained by the owner and has everything you would need for a holiday. They should be proud. One small criticism would be a bigger/comfy sofa. Maybe we’re getting older but we really felt it this year. The main issue is, with whoever is tasked to clean it. They let down the property by not being thorough, during change over. Guests are asked to wash and tidy everything away before leaving. However, as was with the past couple of years the dishes, glasses and pans in the cupboards are not checked for cleanliness. The glasses were greasy, on some of the plates, there was dried on food and also burnt on food in some pans. We therefore, had to wash them all before use. The extractor fan was also covered in grease and as much as we wanted to clean it; we didn’t want to risk standing on the furniture. The area between the cooker and work top was filled with crumbs and seeds and had not been brushed or cleaned out. We also found a dirty bath towel in the bathroom. This is unacceptable, as in the past we’ve found dirty clothes left from previous occupiers in the bathroom. As we stated previously, we love this apartment and hope these issues are addressed, so we can continue to return.

We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely apartment.

Nicely decorated with loads of period details. It's ideally situated close to town. It is grade 2 listed with single glazed windows but we did not find the slight road noise obtrusive. Marvellous views of the harbour and swing bridge. A really beautiful apartment.

Fab location,lovely apartment comfortable & convenient

A lovely apartment with all ‘mod cons’ in a great location, just a few minutes from the town centre, with a fabulous view over Whitby harbour - always something going on!

Will definitely return soon.

This apartment is in a great location, although parking could be an issue, it was very busy during my stay, car parking was difficult at times.

My opinion is that the facilities are OK, but could do with an upgrade, starting to look a little careworn. But all in all, I enjoyed my stay.

Great location ,don't be put off by the entrance door & porch.

We struggled with the stairs with our cases , just an age thing ! Pots pans and gadgets plentiful just short of an ice cube tray ! We got a parking token from the tourist info centre to cover us for the week as we used our bus passes most days. The weather was very kind and we hope to return next year.

It’s a beautiful flat with a very comfy bed and lovely views.

Incredibly well equipped, I didn’t expect to find an iron or hairdryer. The owner was quick to reply to messages and always with a polite and friendly reply. I’d suggest adding a fan to the flat as it was incredibly hot while we were there. I think thicker curtains or curtain liners in the bedroom would also be helpful to block out some of the light. We really struggled with the road noise. I know the owner can do nothing about this but I think the Sykes description of “some road noise” needs to be reworded to make it clear this is on a main road, near a pub.

Lounge furniture very tiered, could do with a new sofa and dining suite.

"What a view cottage" was very well situated, with pubs, restaurants & shops all within a short walk.

We had everything we needed in well equipped kitchen,with tea and coffee & biscuits on arrival.The only negative is with single glazing you do hear traffic noise but it didn't spoil our experience. We enjoyed our time there.

Great property in a perfect location for Whitby Town.

We were lucky enough to find a free parking space on the road and we didn't use the car again as there was enough to keep us busy in the town for a long weekend. The flat had everything we needed.

Stopping in this appartment for the second time did not disappoint .

The name of the appartment excels all expectations and as a result did not want to close curtains all week.The accomodation offers everything you need to make your stay comfortable and home from home.Well done to Mr and Mrs Spurr as you have established a success in the making and have recommended your holiday let to several members of family and friends.We will be purchasing a property in Whitby ourselves but thanks for great holiday memories and beautiful views of the harbour it will never be forgotten .Vanessa and Steve

The property is very comfortable and the location is very convenient.

Access is very good and would suit anyone who would struggle with the narrow, steep stairs in many Whitby cottages. Good shower and very comfortable bed. Despite the rooms facing onto the road (for the excellent view), there wasn't much noise (might be different in the summer). Excellent value and we had a great time.

Very good

Comfortable, clean, well appointed apartment in ideal situation with good riverside views.

We had a lovely time at quayside apartment, which was pristine, everything you need all on one level, home from home highly recommended, views of marina are stunning.

Will be booking again, Malc and Rita Wigan

Just got back from a 1 week's stay in Whitby, (wish we'd booked two!

) The "what a view quayside apartment" in Whitby was perfect, it has everything you need for a relaxing stay in Whitby. It's in the perfect location to enjoy the sights and sounds of Whitby, we loved the mornings waking up to the sounds and sights of Whitby: fishing boats getting ready, tourist boats setting up, the swing bridge opening / closing etc. The breakfast / dinner table is perfectly placed to sit back and watch the world go by, we didn't drive anywhere as everything you need is in Whitby: shops, restaurants, cafes, pubs, bars, the abbey, museums etc. If you do wish to venture outside of Whitby there are plenty of buses and trains within walking distance at the bus/train station just the other side of the swing bridge, the coastal hopper buses can take you exploring around the other coastal towns and villages. (Staithes, Robin hood's bay, Scarborough, etc..) We will be back again in the near future and we recommend this apartment for anyone wishing to stay in Whitby 100%.

A Lovely Bright,Clean Apartment with a Fab View.

Everything you need if you wanted to Cook a Meal.Easy Access to everywhere & very Handy for the Bus Station for Trips elsewhere.Really enjoyed our stay & would return when back in Whitby.We were very Lucky & managed to get a Car Space right opposite but there is always Spaces across the Bridge near the Co.op.We always purchase a Tourist Permit & didnt use the Car all Week.Dont be put off by the Entrance to the Apartment Building i was & it does need a Makeover but not sure who,s responsibility it is but no reflection to the Decor once you get inside your Apartment.Lots of info what to do if there,s a problem & how to use the Equipment during your stay etc.You will find once you skim through the Guest Book like i did,its rather Faultless,,so go & enjoy your Holiday & the View.

The apartment was spotless and very comfortable, although we only used the kitchen for tea and toast in the morning it seemed to have all you needed.

The site is excellent, far away from the town to be quite at night but near enough to enjoy it. We fell lucky with the parking in the car park across the road somebody was pulling out as we arrived, we brought a 4 day ticket from the information centre on the second day so we weren't running back and forth topping up the machine. We would highly recommend the property and would be booking it again on future visits to Whitby.

Great views across the harbour and central for all attractions in Whitby.

The bedroom is very comfortable and the apartment has most of the amenities required for your stay. Parking is the main issue, as is widely recognised, so a bit of planning ahead would help. If you can download the RingGo App from Google Play or equivalent (NOT a third party download site that will charge a monthly fee!) you can pay for your parking on Church Street Car Park using your mobile. The single glazed sash windows (I assume this is a conservation area) don't keep much noise out so if you are a light sleeper, I would recommend taking some earplugs. There is plenty to see and do in Whitby so you would never be bored and this apartment does the job just fine.

as this is our third visit over the years it goes without saying that we enjoy staying There.

The apartment is very clean and well equipped .Parking has become a bigger problem each time. another the owners fault .This time we found a space well along the road and left it there all week so did not leave the town.we still enjoyed ourselves.

Lovely apartment in a great location for the centre of Whitby.

Very comfortable with amazing views over the harbour. Good communication with the owner regarding key collection and information about parking and places to eat.

Overall a good experience.

Parking was a bit of an issue, had to park at the other side of the harbour but this was expected. The property has one small sofa which is inadequate for the size of the property. Very clean throughout but the Kitchen floor lets it down and needs replacing as the laminate is crumbling. Overall good, location excellent.

A lovely stay in a beautiful apartment overlooking the harbour.

It had everything needed for a wonderful and relaxing stay. The apartment was exceptionally clean and very well decorated. We loved the festive touches and the bottles of wine were a very nice surprise. Looking forward to staying again.

Fabulous property, brilliant location, excellent time in Whitby

Lovely spot, ideal position, if your not familiar with road noise , particularly at weekends, then you might have a slight issue.

We loved it, we never used the car all week, everything on your doorstep and a great bus service. Highly recommend it.

Absolutely great location and extremely well finished apartment.

Really helpful tips from landlord Mark on where to go to eat etc, plus local amenities. Shame we happened to be staying at the same time as the Regatta and Folk Week - as Whitby was rammed. However, highly recommend The White Horse & Griffin, Trenchers and Duke of York for drinks and dining. Apartment is on the main road passed the marina & can get a bit noisy to the wee small hours. The Fleece pub across the road generates late night noise but mainly because the windows are single glazed; probably would not have heard anything if double glazed. That said, a great place and definitely a place to return to!

Great central apartment giving a great bird’s eye view on Whitby.

Wonderful week in Whitby.

Parking was a bit of a mare, sorted by weekly ticket bought from tourist board. Apartment faultless, a great place to watch the world of Whitby go by. Definitely recommend.

Had a lovely stay, the apartment was clean and comfortable and in a very central location.

The only drawback is the difficulty in parking nearby.

The view of the harbour from the sitting room & bedroom was fantastic.

Seeing the bridge opening for the boats to go though was an added bonus. The apartment facilities were good, It had everything you need. We would definitely book again it was very relaxing.

We have stayed in this apartment twice before, which shows how much we like it.

As the name of the apartment suggests there is a splendid view of the harbour. The apartment is well equipped and comfortable for two people. It is near all the main attractions of Whitby. The wifi is fast. The network name and password for the wifi is on the router, which you will obviously need to input to your device.The router is in the bedroom on a shelf opposite the bed- we did not notice it at first. The tv gives a very good picture quality. The biggest negative is the parking. There is a public car park across the road, but it is nearly always full. On a couple of occasions we had to part in the large car park across the river, a 10 to 15 minute walk. Parking costs £9 for 24 hours, although you can by a ticket for your whole stay, at £8 a day from the Tourist Office across the harbour, which saves having to use the payment machine every time you park. It covers all the Scarborough Borough car parks. There is limited provision for clothes (chest and hangers).

Very comforable flat in a great location.

The only drawback was the poor condition of the windows in the main room and bedroom. The single glazed sash windows were rotting and flimsy meaning outside noise was intrusive. Perhaps repairs and / or secondary glazing would help. Lastly, just a suggustion to replace the washing machine with a dishwasher. That said, the bed was extremely comfortable, the kitcen was well equipped and the bath / shower very good. Whitby is one of our favourite destinations and you could not do better with this flat for location.

Lovely apartment and would definately stay again.

Also very clean.

Good location for visit to Whitby.

Good clean flat

‘What a View’ is a wonderful apartment in a perfect location with fabulous view.

It was ‘dressed’ for Christmas, which was tastefully done without being overboard. The apartment was bright and clean and as always very well equipped. A great addition was WiFi and a TV in the bedroom. The only issue were the grubby cups & glasses and a used wet bath towel we found hung on the back of the bathroom door. Things that shouldn’t really have been missed by the cleaners and let the owner’s property down. Getting in through the building entrance door was tricky as the key was old and the bolt was a poor fit in the lock, however we managed it. Unfortunately, the following evening upon leaving the building and locking the door as required, our key broke in the lock, effectively locking us (and anyone else who had already left) out of the building. We immediately contacted Sykes Cottages and explained our predicament. I have nothing but praise about how we were treated. Staff were empathetic and efficient in trying to resolve the problem; contacting the owner and even looking into booking us a hotel for the night. They kept in contact, checking in on our well-being and progress. With such excellent customer service, we will continue to use Sykes. In the end after managing to gain entry, we took the lock off the door; a locksmith arrived the next morning, refit the old lock and provided us with his spare key for the building and we continued with our holiday.

The apartment is in a fantastic location and very comfortable and homely.

The view is lovely over looking the harbour and the whole holiday from booking and entering the apartment was very easy.

Have been here ofter before.

I love or. Very convenient.

We had a lovely holiday in Whitby.

The apartment was excellent. Everything was of the highest quality. We would love to return in the summer.

The appartment was fantastic, great location for everything, brilliant view, definately return.

The only comment I would make has nothing to do the the accommodation, which was fantastic as always.

Sadly during or visit they were doing some work further up the road and the car park opposite the apartment was being used as a store for there equipment, this included a 2 floor temporary building which faced the apartment's bedroom window. Not only that but there generator they had on site seemed to randomly come on for at an hour around 2am.

Great location, and the water was hot (the hot water.

or not hot water, was a problem on our last Sykes cottage. The bath side handle is getting loose and needs tightening. One downside was that the kitchen really needs a good clean. Some of the pots and pans had remnents of a previous guest's breakfast or dinner, and I bet they are still there. I know the guests should clean the pans they use, but obviously some do not and you need to check. We could have cleaned them, but hey we don't pay to go on holiday and clean other people's pans. Apart from that, good.

A beautiful comfortable apartment, fabulous location and view of the harbour.

Ideal whatever the weather.

Shame there is no WiFi but that's a minor quibble, fantastic place highly recommend

It would have been good to have wi fi in the flat also two sets of keys would have been good and parking better overall it was a good holiday will definitely return

Had an excellent 3 nights at What A View.

A great clean well equipped 1st floor apartment ideally situated on harbour. Owner is friendly and helpful. Will definitely return. Thank You

The “what a view Queyside” really lives up to it’s Title.

The location is top drawer and Whitby is fast becoming our favourite location for the two of us. The only thing is it was difficult to find a fish and chip shop!! We will definitely return to the apartment. (WiFi would be a bonus).

Great little apartment.

Lovely and clean and short of nothing. Location ideal for us with lovely views of the river

Lovely apartment for two people exactly where you need to be located for the pubs and restaurants

Booked this on the same day we went.

Great helpful staff who contacted owners and rang me back within ten minutes. Received emails for directions etc within minutes, couldn't ask for more. The apartment had everything you needed iron, hairdryer and lovely fluffy towels. Comfortable bed and cozy living area, great views and minutes walk to everything. Newly painted and fresh. Contact from owner great very helpful and friendly. Looking forward to go back and will recommend without doubt.

Another great stay at this apartment.

Very clean and wel appointed. Again only wifi lacking to make it perfect.

Small Cons - our only gripe was that although all the rooms were spotless, the glasses and cups in the cupboard were grubby and had to be washed before use.

We also felt the oven should be ‘refreshed’ before each rental. Although none of these spoiled our stay, they were small fixes that should have been rectified prior to our arrival. BIG Pluses - Communications with Sykes and the owners were spot on. The apartment was lovely, bright and in a perfect position for a short stroll to all that Whitby has to offer. It had everything we needed for a very comfortable stay, games, books etc. It was was warm and welcoming and the views (hence the name) were awesome. We could happily have watched the comings and goings, on the river Esk rather than watch TV and the free entertainment of ‘hunt the carpark space’ :-) We will definitely be returning.

My third stay at this apartment.

All it lacks is wifi to make it perfect. I will be returning.

Fabulous accommodation in perfect location for the town.

Cosy and comfortable, with great facilities. Great communication from the owner regarding parking and getting around. Can't fault anything.

Fantastic apartment.

My second visit. I will be back again. Thank you

It is a very nice apartment, simple but adequate.

It is in a very good position, close to town centre and overlooking harbour. Only negative is the parking. Car park is right opposite, but is quite small. Expensive at £9 a day (£8 if you buy a permit at the tourist office). WIFI would be a good addition to the facilities.

It was lovely for my parents great spot lovely views and very clean.

Everything was great, Just one thing, parking was very expensive and i found out at the end that you can get a parking permit from torist information centre which would have been of interest if we had known at the begining of the holiday

This is our second holiday in What A View .

It is a very good apartment with the best view of Whitby and the harbour.The only slight problem we had was the toilet seat which slipped to the side when you sat down. A little unnerving.It can easily be fixed if you have the tool to do so. I am sure we will be back again some time.

The apartment was ideally located with a view of the harbour and had all the facilities needed.

The only minor problem was a lack of parking space which to be fair was a general problem in WHITBY.

We had a truly great week!

The location was superb, only a few minutes walk to the town with a number of cafes on the way. The view was stunning! we had an uninterrupted view of the harbour, swing bridge and town. The accommodation was very clean, well furnished, well equipped kitchen and we loved the shutters on the windows. I all, we will definitely be going back to Quayside when we next go back to Whitby. On the downside, the mattress really does need changing as it has lost its stability. There is quite a bit of noise from outside with people walking past and the road noise. Also, we decided to pay the £9/24 hours in the car park opposite all week. As the week was quite, we never had a problem parking but during the weekend, this gets much more popular and spaces are at a premium.

Great location and view of harbour, comfortable accomodation .

Lovely apartment and contact with owners really good.

Fabulous location and had a great time there. Highly recommended apartment.

A perfect location for what we wanted to do, which was walking on the coastal paths and on the moors.

Excellent property with good view.

Ideal location for exploring North Yorkshire. Parking a bit of a problem but to be expected with this popular location.

Appreciated the reminder email with holiday details!

Had a lovely holiday.

The apartment has the most fantastic views and is very comfortable with everything you need. Very handy for all the shops. We will definitely book again.

Very very nice place to spend a holiday .

WHAT A LOVELY PLACE And WHAT A VIEW!