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The Old School House

Experience country charm in this cozy cottage near Whitby’s historic coast or explore the scenic North York Moors within walking distance.

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Dining
Hair dryer, towels
TV
Outdoor dining
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Old School House

The Old School House is a lovely 2 bedroomed cottage which sleeps 4 in a delightful village location of Briggswath, just three miles from the historic coastal town of Whitby and close to the sweeping North York Moors with lovely villages and even lovelier walks in the countryside. The cottage is open plan downstairs with beamed ceilings and a bright modern kitchen area.  Close to the river Esk and a short walk to the railway station in Sleights where you can hop on a train and enjoy the scenery of hop off at the stations to enjoy some delightful walks. The quaint coastal villages of Staithes, Robin Hoods Bay and Runswick Bay are a short drive away.
* Size: 2 bedrooms. * Nearest pub: 0.25 mile. * Nearest amenities: 0.5 mils. * Pets: 3 well behaved dogs welcome. * Short breaks: Accepted all year round. * Smoking: Not allowed at this property. * Rooms: Open plan Lounge/Kitchen/Diner. 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom 1 shower off the main bedroom. * Beds: 1 Double bed, 2 single beds. * Luxuries: TV with Freeview and TV in the double bedroom. * General: Underfloor gas central heating downstairs radiators upstairs.  * Notes: Towels are provided. Unlimited WiFi is available free of charge. No smoking at this property. Mobile phone signal is variable. There are open tread stairs up to the first floor. * Standard: Iron, ironing board, toaster, dishwasher, washing machine/dryer. Stairgate.  * Other: Bed linen and towels are provided. Short breaks accepted all year round. The property is decorated for Easter, Halloween and Christmas. * Layout: The property is over two floors, ground floor and first floor. * Parking: Off road parking for  ONE car only. Plenty of additional parking on the road in the village. * Mobility: Should there be any specific health or mobility difficulties which may affect a party member, this must be pointed out at the initial reservation stage so that the suitability of the property can be assessed.
Please note this property is not suitable for children under the age of eight. There is a beck that runs next to the cottage which has a drop of approximately 4ft to the water below.
Pets information:
Pets are allowed at this property by prior arrangement only. Extra charge may be payable (up to £35 per pet per week). Please contact the holiday cottage agency directly after booking to arrange.

Pets - allowed
Smoking - not allowed


Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to guest upon receipt of full payment.

Property manager

Ingrid Flute's Yorkshire Holiday Cottages

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The Old School House Whitby
The Old School House Private vacation home
2530932
The Old School House Private vacation home Whitby

About the area

Map
Briggswath, ENG

What's nearby

  • Whitby Harbour - 6 min drive
  • Whalebone Arch - 6 min drive
  • Whitby Pavilion - 7 min drive
  • Whitby Abbey - 8 min drive
  • Whitby Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Sleights Station - 2 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bridge Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Waiting Room - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Little Angel Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Station Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Arch & Abbey - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old School House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Old School House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is The Old School House located?

Situated in Whitby, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from North York Moors National Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Pannett Park and Whitby Harbour. Whitby Museum is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away. Sleights Station is only a 2-minute walk and Ruswarp Station is 28 minutes.

The Old School House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

3 external reviews