In the heart of town, this charming Victorian cottage offers a tranquil retreat just minutes from the beach and local shops. With its blend of vintage charm and modern comforts, including a well-equipped kitchen, original cast iron fireplace in the cozy living room with free WiFi.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 555 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Rainbow Cottage - A home from home in the heart of Whitby
Ideal for families and small groups, this Victorian cottage in the heart of the town sleeps 5 with a double, a twin and a single room. Tucked away in a quiet pedestrian backstreet, away from the noise of the road yet just a few yards from shops and cafes and only 5 minutes walk to the beach. The vintage charm of this cottage is blended with contemporary fittings to ensure comfort and convenience whilst retaining its original features. You will be able to unload your car outside, and parking is available in the streets around the cottage. We will provide free permits. Keys are kept in a key safe with the code provided prior to arrival. Entering through the front door, you will immediately ascend a set of stairs, where you will find a large well equipped dining kitchen with modern shaker style cream units complete with an integrated fridge and freezer, a freestanding oven, dishwasher, washing machine and microwave. There is also a separate wc/cloakroom on the first floor. Another set of stairs takes you to a comfortable living room with an original cast iron fireplace, tv with Humax which offers more channels than freeview and a dvd player. There is a selection of books, dvds and board games. The cottage benefits from free wifi. Just off the living room is a single bedroom and contemporary bathroom with electric shower can also be found on this floor. The top floor has a double and a twin bedroom with views of Whitby Abbey. This lovely cottage with its central location will quickly become a home from home for your holiday or short break. Please note that the cottage is located over 4 floors and may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Music library
TV
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
About the neighborhood
Whitby is home to this cottage. Whitby Harbour and Whitby Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore North York Moors National Park and Pannett Park. Whitby Leisure Centre and Museum of Victorian Science are also worth visiting. Visit our Whitby travel guide
Is Rainbow Cottage - A home from home in the heart of Whitby pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Rainbow Cottage - A home from home in the heart of Whitby?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Rainbow Cottage - A home from home in the heart of Whitby?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Rainbow Cottage - A home from home in the heart of Whitby located?
Situated in Whitby, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Pannett Park and Whitby Harbour. Bram Stoker Memorial Seat and Whalebone Arch are also within 5 minutes. Whitby Station is 8 minutes by foot.
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Rainbow Cottage - A home from home in the heart of Whitby Reviews
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Location was fantastic and the property was cosy and welcoming. Thank you for the clear instructions from the host on where to park and access to the cottage. We had a lovely stay!
It was my second time staying at the property. The house was kept to a high standard.there was board games and a good selection DVDs for the wet days.and very close to the town.
A lovely little cottage in the heart of everything on the West Cliff. We went for the weekend. Used the parking 2 minute from the cottage. Cottage is over 3 floors and well stocked with games and dvds which were great. Perfect location and views across to the abbey.
Great little cottage for a family holiday, the owner was very communicative and the process for checking in and out were extremely straightforward. Really charming property in a fantastic location. We would definitely stay there again.
Lovely stay. The cottage was just what we expected when we arrived as the online listing is very accurate. The location of the cottage is the biggest plus, but it is also appreciated that the owners are generous in providing all the little extra things within the cottage to help you make the most of your time away.
Easy to get to the beach as well as the shops/harbour so great location. Host communicated well and everything we needed was provided. Could do with a shelf in the shower as it is quite tight when needing to bend for shampoo etc. initially a cigarette smell to the property so not sure if previous tenants smoked inside. Thank you for a nice stay
We loved the location and layout of the Rainbow Cottage while in Whitby.
Everything was so convenient and walkable. Just a perfect neighborhood and on a narrow street which kept things a little quieter. IT was perfect for our family of 4
Brilliant area rainbow cottage is an ideal location for easy access to all.
This was are first visit to whitby .what a wonderful place.located in rainbow cottage we were in-between the town center and west cliff beach .both within walking distence .
The cottage is just off a street with shops and restaurants and cafes .really easy for provision
Excellent location (although parking nearby tricky at busy times) and a very comfortable place to stay. Lots of stairs, making it more suitable for a family with older children like ours.
Thank you for a lovely weekend.
The location of the property was fantastic and all amenities that we needed for both adults and children were catered for.
Thanks again
Very cosy and tastefully furnished and kindly stocked house over four floors.(Only a single room is on the same level as the bathroom).Great location in a quiet side street.Owner was very helpful as to parking advice and assistance.
Our third time staying here and loved it as usual. Sadly don't think we'll be able to as the only downside is there's a lot of stairs and my asking father sadly couldn't manage them very well this year. But for the physically okay it's a nice place in a great location
We love Rainbow Cottage and this is the third time we have stayed. Simon is always friendly, quick to respond and helpful. The cottage is situated perfectly, a few minutes walk to the harbour. The accommodation is spread over 3 floors and has everything you could possibly need for your stay.
We will definitely be back, it’s our go to place to stay in Whitby! Thanks again!
Our stay at Rainbow cottage was on the whole pleasant and trouble free. The owner quickly replied to my response asking for an extra parking permit. The kitchen setup is tight for all 4 people to use at once, but fine once we were all sat down. Beds were okay, lounge was comfortable. Shower was snug, even for our 11 year-old. Access into the property was fine for us, but could be awkward if you had a pushchair or similar. The location was excellent for exploring Whitby. Parking is Whitby, it's always busy and you just have to reside yourself to the car not being outside, it is the same for a large proportion of the properties. However it is possible to get very close for loading/unloading. We would consider staying again, it was excellent value for money.
We had some very nice days and enjoyed to stay in the center of Whitby. The house is very narrow, with many stairs, but the rooms offered surprisingly convenient space for all of us (5 persons). Everything was very clean and we didn't miss anything. Thank you very much.