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Absolutely wonderful house. Me and the family loved our stay here felt right at home. All the furniture and little touches really made the property feel homely. The kitchen was very well equipped and the house was immaculate. Walking distance to shops, coffee and bakery.
Easy to find & the parking scratch cards were very straightforward to use. Beautifully presented and decorated and so well thought out. Everything has been thought of and is of high quality. The rooftop bar area really steals the show though. The view from there is amazing and it’s going to be extremely hard, if not impossible to beat if you’re looking to stay in Whitby. Everything went without a hitch, until my daughter left her beloved cuddly toy behind. The host & stay team very kindly sent it on to us and saved the day! We would love to go back, thoroughly recommended 😃
Had a great free days staying in this house. Perched on the side in the hill with a great view from top chill out room. Nice as clean. Kids loved the top bar area and playing on all different levels of house. Recommended for family stays
Positive: Dirty roof leaked all over the bedroom stairs asked for help needed clean bedding my son and daughter had to go home couldn’t sleep in the bedroom!!! All promised never happened after several calls, messages , they promised !!!! Nothing such a shame as it has beautiful place if it was looked after properly,
A marvellous few days away with the family. We really enjoyed hanging out on the roof terrace in the cosy warm and the house was a great base to get out exploring from and a pleasure to come back to.
Beautiful townhouse, ideally located for wandering to the shops, or the beach! All of the rooms were furnished to a really high standard, and brilliantly clean!! perfect location for us and the dog to explore Whitby! Host sent very clear instructions, and very simple and clear. amazing few nights break!!
We we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Whitby. Beautiful accommodation for a equipped kitchen beautiful views from the bal Positive: We looked everything about the property. Beautiful accommodation fully equipped kitchen beautiful view. Love that we could bring the dog too.
Positive: Amazing location, so central, facilities were great, a real home from home. Dog friendly.
We really enjoy our couple of days in Whitby, the view from the top of the house was wonderful, and really helped in the very hot summer evenings when we needed to cool down! Would very much recommend the property, and the area!
Cleanliness of property poor and unacceptable Positive: Location of the property and layout also very quiet Negative: When I arrived at the property found that one of the beds had not been made and used bed linen still on the floor. In both bathrooms dirty towels had not been removed and no clean replacement towels had to wash them ourselves. The kitchen bin was full had not been emptied so not nice smell. The freezer could not be used as it needed defrosting , kitchen floor needed a sweep and old sock found behind radiator. I contacted Host and Stay to resolve issue including sending photos of what I found but nothing happened if we didn't have washing machine in the property we would have had to purchase towels. For the price I paid and the standard of property displayed in the photos this was not acceptable. This was a surprise trip for my partner and did not get off to a good start.
The property is very close to all the shops and restaurants. The top floor has a beautiful view of Whitby Abbey . The bedrooms were very comfortable and a lot of consideration has gone into the decor of the house. It would be useful to have 2 parking cards . My friends had to pay for the car park. We all enjoyed our stay and of course the fish and chips were lovely.
Amazing weekend in a beautiful house. Nice touch with bottle of Prosecco & Rooftop bar was fab and had a fridge and ice machine as well as a music system. Amazing views and 5 min walk into Whitby. The only thing I would point out is that although the house was very tidy & clean it was very dusty everywhere which was a shame. 1st night we all ate at abbey wharf and were lucky to get table on terrace with a view. The Whitby Deli was just around the corner and great. The brewery is lovely to sit and have a beer overlooking the abbey. Cosa Nostra did great Italian food and pizza west was really good to with a unique menu and salted caramel expressos to die for. Moon and sixpence is also a lovely cocktail bar especially if you can get a table outside. Lovely shops in the lanes on way to 199 steps. Robin hoods bay definitely worth a visit too. All in all would recommend but cleaners need to up their game. Would go back. Had a great weekend
Luxurious stay Positive: Beautiful decor & loved the rooftop bar & balcony
Extortionate price-gouging and aggressive, automated eviction threats while recovering from critical medical treatment. Positive: The location Negative: Predatory price-gouging and severe lack of professional diligence by the management company (Host & Stay). They manipulated their own policies to charge an extortionate, inflated rate of £1,393.54 for a two-night stay. Once inside, their automated systems repeatedly attempted to double-charge my account, triggering cascading fraud alerts that caused my bank to completely terminate my payment cards. They then bombarded us with aggressive, automated 2-hour lockout threats while I was bedridden recovering from vital medical dialysis treatment. Appalling lack of care for vulnerable consumers. A formal complaint is open with the Property Redress Scheme (Ref: PRSC123998) and Trading Standards.
We’ve stayed in a few houses in Whitby, but this is definitely our favourite. The house has been beautifully decorated, with so much thought put into every detail. There are lots of lovely little touches and thoughtful additions that make it feel welcoming and homely from the moment you arrive. The rooftop terrace is amazing, with stunning views of both the Abbey and the sea. The location is perfect, just a few mins to shops and pubs, and it was easy to park on the road. We would love to come back!
Brilliant property with one of the best views of the Abbey in the whole town. Would definitely stay again!
A wonderful place to stay in Whitby. Lots of stairs to keep us fit, especially as we loved the room at the top of the house with great views across Whitby. Lots of space if the weather isn’t great to chill out in. We will certainly look at other Host and Stay properties. Thank you for a great stay.
Very quirky but comfortable accommodation. V clean and great upstairs sitting out area with view of the Abbey. Have to be fit though as accommodation over 5 floors!
We had an amazing stay at Devereux House, which is located perfectly in Whitby. The whole house is stunning, with that incredible view of the abbey! Highly recommended, and we'll be back
Fantastic return. Positive: Our second visit, its just a wonderful property - great location for Whitby centre but setback enough to be quiet, beautifully furnished and equipped and the rooftop terrace really is a special treat to sit outside looking over the rooftops of Whitby at the abbey. Negative: Nothing
Devereux house in Whitby was absolutely 💯 stunning for our honeymoon. So modern and clean. The views on the top floor were fantastic overlooking towards the monastery. Lounge is gorgeous and beds are so comfortable with ensuite power showers. Huge kitchen is also fab. 5 mins to town centre and beaches for seaglass! Loads of shops and restaurants close by. Arch and Abbey micro bar is lovely and dog friendly and 2 mins round the corner. Fish and chips and cafes all over. So much to do. 199 steps to the monastery and also the brewery is round the corner is a must. Definitely return here it made our honeymoon perfect. Abbey Wharf had the best fish and chips and Sandsend beach is stunnig with a fabulous cafe for breakfast and handmade cakes. The only thing was the key safe is in the yard not the back where the parking section is and the seagulls can be noisy when nesting. Scratch card was a godsend if you can get a space which we managed. Thank you we will return.
Devereux House Positive: Great location. The accommodation was superb location presented. Negative: Finding a parking space close by is tricky but we knew that before we came.
Fantastic long weekend with friends. Property in a fantastic location close to great restaurants and bars. Easy to access coastal path for great walks. The view and set up on the top floor balcony is great for sundowners. Would love to visit again.
Amazing property !!
amazing house! we've stayed in dozens of places a Whitby over the years, and I can honestly say, this is the best by a stretch! beautifully decorated, very spaces, spotlessly clean, fantastic location. Huge doulbe bedrooms with fantastic showers. The best thing about this house is the rooftop lounge, with a bar area, fridge, kettle, and by far the best private view in Whitby!! Full width glass concertina doors open with an unrivalled and uninterrupted view over the rooftops to the Abbey. Simply stunning..... Already booking it again!
Stylish property in great location. Positive: Stylish accommodation in a great part of the town. Amazing view from the top lounge. Negative: Lots of steps; not a problem for us, but may not suit older guests.
Positive: The house is stunning i a wonderful location . The facilities are excellent. Negative: Nothing
We’ve just returned from a fabulous few days at Devereaux House - what an amazing property! Great location, easy walk into Whitby town, and a stunning view of the Abbey, particularly in the evening light. The climb to the top floor is worth every step! Everything you need is in the house and the water pressure in the showers is brilliant! Would definitely return.
We had an amazing stay, the house is beautifully presented with modern decor and is very well equipped. It was spotlessly clean and has a very welcoming vibe. The rooms are spacious and feel very luxurious. It is a townhouse and there are a lot of stairs, but that is made clear in the description. The top floor of the house is stunning, with far reaching views. comfy chairs and a bar area. We loved it! The location is perfect for the town centre and easy to walk to all the popular Whitby attractions, restaurants etc. Parking is tricky (as expected) but large car parks are nearby and easy to find. We would definitely recommend and will be visiting again.
Perfect! 👌 Positive: Beautifully decorated, every convenience catered for, extremely clean, great location. Perfect 😊
Perfect location and dog friendly! Positive: The property was everything we wanted for a couple of nights away in Whitby. It was beautifully decorated and had everything we could possibly need. It was well equipped, comfortable and clean. Ideal for coming away with our dog as there was a lovely garden, bowls and blankets. Perfect location. We will be booking again!
Host was wonderful and responsive. This is my second time in Whitby and I would love to stay here again in the future. If you haven’t been to Whitby, I highly recommend going, and staying here
Wow! This property does not disappoint! Very easy to communicate with the host when needed. Rooms are stunning and provide everything you can possibly need for a break away. Towels and bed linen are of a very high quality. I really cannot think of anything that could be improved. Anyone who is thinking of booking should be aware that the property is spread over four levels so there are a lot of steps but it is so worth the effort to get to the top level where you can look out over the estuary. Parking is on street parking and can be hit and miss but the host provides scratch cards that enable free on street parking. There is a pay and display car park very near the property should you not find on street parking. I will definitely be returning!
What a lovely place to stay! Even better than the photos, which I didn’t think was possible. The whole place was immaculate and honestly I think had the best views in all of Whitby with their gorgeous top floor balcony. Family loved it, and my partner had a great 25th birthday thanks to this perfect home! We are already wanting to book again, no one wanted to leave. Thanks to the host who was very quick to respond and explained everything clearly. Best place to stay in Whitby!
A lovely house, perfectly located close to all town centre amenities. Very well presented, spotlessly clean and tidy. My only complaint was that the house was really cold when we arrived and the kitchen and hallway areas didn’t warm up despite the heating being on. We had to ensure the lounge and bedroom doors were kept shut otherwise they’d have been cold as well. It didn’t spoil our stay though and we’d definitely come back.
A wonderful place to stay and enjoy the delights of Whitby and the beautiful surrounding area.
not often we stay somewhere where the photos are exactly the same as in real life. Great property and location. we would definitely stay again
What an amazing little winter break away in Whitby I can’t recommend this place enough So so clean When I say clean I mean spotless It smells Devine when u walk in The house is stunning Very classy expensive taste furniture Just so nice In a good location Within walking distance to bars n restaurants The best I’ve ever stayed at in Whitby and I’ve been there many times The local sweet treats left as a gift are so tasty 😋 that we bought some from local bakery to bring home Thank you for a great stay Don’t hesitate to book it
Beautiful immaculate property, really well equipped, cosy & comfortable. Little extra touches were very much appreciated such as the welcome box of goodies, interesting books about the area, great recommendations & even some history of the house itself. Every room was decorated & accessorised with taste, care, thought & love, the owners clearly take a great deal of pride in their property. Would definitely return & already have friends asking for details. Also a fabulous central location. Parking is absolutely fine - we parked a couple of streets away (maybe 5 minutes walk) & don’t see it as an issue at all. The best property we have stayed at in Whitby.
Thanks again for a wonderful stay at Devereux House. We love chilling in the lounge overlooking the Abbey and the sea in the morning before full days in the shops and beaches. We'll definitely be back!
Positive: 2nd time staying. Lovely property, great location easy to get to town. Will be back.
Stunning property in a fabulous location, quiet in the house but straight out onto plenty of bars & restaurants. Lounge was cosy, Bedrooms were spacious and comfortable. Top floor bar & balcony were a great touch, not so much for December but still amazing views.
The property was outstanding. Immaculately clean and beautiful furnishings. The kitchen was well equipped and the ice making machine in the bar was amazing. Central location but very quiet. Didn't even hear the seagulls. Parking for both our cars was just on the street a short walk from the property which was perfect.
one of the best cottages we have stayed in Whitby good location slightly on the high side price wise but a great house done out very very well we will be back thanks
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Wow! It was our first stay in Whitby and I can honestly say our stay made our holiday. Rooms were fab and just loved thr rooftop bar. Thank you so much
Perfect place to explore the beautiful Whitby.
Really nice house, brilliantly decorated. Right by Whitby town and 1 min from Botham’s bakery!
Fantastic stay. Clean and homely! The views are beautiful. Especially at night. Would love to return again. It would however be handy to have two car parking permits (if possible) for the household.
Immaculate house to stay in with comfortable beds, roomy kitchen diner and excellent bathrooms. The lounge looked great but was a big turn off for us as a place to actually sit and relax. More designed for the brochure. The loft/balcony area was clever and relaxing of an evening. During the day inevitably the seagulls were very present. I noticed the next door balcony had a couple of plastic birds placed strategically - not sure if that helped keep them clear of seagulls though! The crockery was mostly chipped. Particularly unimpressed with the minimal ‘welcome’ pack. If you have to go out shopping for tea and coffee as soon as you arrive it’s neither welcoming or luxurious.
Great place. The lounge/bar area at the top made this place unique with an excellent view. Would definitely come back.
I highly recommend Devereux House for anyone planning a stay in Whitby. The house is exactly as pictured—beautifully presented with top-notch facilities. The balcony bar is a real highlight, offering stunning views over Whitby that made our stay extra special. Charlie was friendly, responsive, and proactive in all communication. That said, everything was so well-organized and clearly explained that we didn’t need to reach out during our stay.
Home from home. Positive: Home from home. Great base to come back to home comforts. Negative: Good sized lounge, but a tiny TV. I was surprised accommodation of this quality didn't have TV's in bedrooms also.
An amazing property in a great location. Lovely furnishings and has everything you needed. Would highly recommend and hope to be back again soon.
Enjoyed our stay. Great location, beautiful accommodation. May not be suitable for anyone with mobility issues. Lovely comfortable beds. Loved the sky Bar, chose to sit in there and as views of Abbey were amazing, didn’t even use the lounge !!! … Had to pay to park as couldn’t find scratch card for permit anywhere, but there is a car park directly behind the building. We have always received a welcome hamper at other AirB&B’s,which is a welcome touch,bit not supplied here.. .otherwise a beautiful property with great views in a central location for everything Whitby has to offer
This property is exceptionally good. Great location, high quality interiors, immaculate and great design.
Well. WHAT an amazing place!! SO well situated, close to lots of coffee shops, pubs, shops but also tucked away enough to feel secluded. I can’t explain how impressed we were with the property. It was absolutely superb!!! Could have stayed another 3 nights, it really made our trip! Will absolutely be back!!!
The property is beautiful and ideally located for a stay in Whitby. I highly recommend it for these reasons, but potential guests should be aware of a few issues—our first 24 hours felt like an episode of Fawlty Towers! Key points: We had to clean the kitchen, bathroom, and balcony upon arrival. The provided parking permit was incorrect and initially useless. A replacement was given but had already expired. The house was extremely cold. The thermostat had a low battery, and after a full day of back-and-forth, maintenance finally arrived at 7 pm to fix low boiler pressure and control settings. Minimal toilet roll was provided—apparently, it's "self-catering"! I'd have preferred that over the complimentary Prosecco. Still, to reiterate my opening sentence, it is a stunning property, and overall, the communication and service were very good.
Probably the best air b n b we have ever stayed in. Amazing decor Comfy beds Good location The kitchen was well stocked and wow the balcony room at the top is next to none with the views of the abbey. We will definitely book this place again !!
A beautiful home in a central but quiet area of Whitby. The accommodation was tastefully furnished with an excellent attention to detail. We would certainly book again.
Positive: It was a beautiful house very clean I would definitely stay again perfect location.
Brilliant property. Highly recommended. Positive: A "wow" property. Stunning throughout and loved the top floor room. Negative: Nothing. A great property.
Had the most amazing time, the house was superb, the icing on the cake was definitely the bar, balcony and views from the top floor. Would highly recommend- we really enjoyed it.
Wonderful house in a great location Stylish property in the centre of Whitby in easy reach of all that Whitby and the Yorkshire coast has to offer.
Excellent stay in a wonderful house and location Positive: Great location Negative: Extra days parking
This house is unreal!! Positive: Rooftop conservatory bar & terrace Negative: Nothing
A gorgeous house in a really convenient location. The views from the rooftop bar are stunning. The property has been decorated to a high standard throughout, beds were comfortable. Lots of information provided beforehand about the property. You will have everything you need to self cater. The only real issue was parking, we ended up using a nearby pay and display at an extra charge of £9.60 per day as there was nothing else available. Also, appreciated the bottle of prosecco but really feel for the price point of £325 per night a welcome pack should be provided of at least some basics like milk and bread.
Amazing house, great location, walkable to town and the waterfront. The venue from the rooftop bar was stunning, never tired of it. Ice machine in the top bar was a nice touch as was the history of the house in the book. The bottle of Prosecco on arrival was most appreciated. Parking was slightly challenging, but we used the pay & display next to it for £9.60/day. Will definitely return and have already recommended Whitby and the house to others.
Beautiful House Positive: Beautiful decor and rooftop bar conservatory! Negative: Nothing, it was exceptional!
Would recommend to anyone. Attention to detail and the standard of finish within the property is outstanding.
Stunning house with a stunning view. Just perfect x Positive: This place is stunning! So well decorated and top quality furnishings! We will definitely be back xx Negative: Nothing
Great centrally located accommodation. Very clean and very comfortable beds. Wonderful view of the Abbey. Management company quick to try and sort a problem we had.
Great property in a fantastic location! Lots of stairs though so would not recommend for people with walking difficulties, although my 85 year old mother was staying with us and able to navigate the stairs slowly and carefully without problems and despite having two hip replacements! The parking in the area was also difficult but to be expected as it is so centrally located. What you can't beat is the quality of the overall home and the views from the roof over Whitby, which were stunning. Great communications by the team responsible for the property too. Would highly recommend!
Beautiful house. Snug at the top perfect spot to chill. Super location for the town centre.. parking a bit tricky but permit provided. Would go back and def recommend
All great…lovely location and beautiful house with wonderful views. Decor excellent and beds super comfortable. Would recommend to most people visiting the area. Lots of stairs so probably not the best for elderly or v young children. Furniture in bar room not very comfortable which is a shame as the view was so nice!!!! Recommended.
Great property. Super nice to stay and a very short walk from all the fun of Whitby.
Positive: I liked everything , ... thank you Negative: just a minor thing . there was no towel in the downstairs toilet. It would be nice to have a full length mirror next to the exit .
Had a wonderful 3 night break. The property has been beautifully decorated and is laid out over 5 floors. It is ideally located for exploring Whitby and has lots of amenities near by. The top floor has stunning views.
Well positioned with two excellent outdoor spaces, lots of thought gone into everything and tastefully decorated throughout. Ideal for grown-ups; one room on each floor and six flights of stairs and no cot or chair provision make it less so for small children. Challenging parking, compounded by need for permits that arrived at the eleventh hour. Despite this “glitch in the system” (host’s explanation) can recommend the property as being in first-class location and a delight to inhabit. The top floor cocktail bar with glass wall and view across to the abbey is unsurpassable.
Beautiful place to stay, particularly enjoyed the top floor terrace! Convenient location to the main attractions in Whitby!
Skyscraper but finely decorated, comfortable and well located. Positive: great view, large space, well decorated, quiet, attention to detail. Negative: Stairs, but I knew they would be there.
great location. great views. expensive with no extras… Positive: location excellent central, terrace bar and views excellent. Negative: this was our second stay… and disappointed to say that we had issues with obtaining the parking passes both times from host & stay. either arrived late or for too short for our stay. also for nearly £900 for the weekend we were shocked that no soap provided for the bathrooms & no welcome pack except bottle of Prosecco… seemed a little mean?
A beautiful property that exactly matched the description. Really well designed and furnished with an amazing view of Whitby Abbey and the sea from the ‘Chill’ room and it’s balcony. One of the best properties we have ever stayed in.
Fantastic place to stay, beautifully appointed and excellent location. Only danger is with the view from the top floor decking, you may never go out!
Great visit Positive: Lovely property. It is in a great location and has been renovated to a high standard. Kitchen was great.
Gorgeous property with amazing views over Whitby and surrounding countryside from the bar on top floor. Positive: close to centre of Whitby. Fantastic views from bar at top. Lovely balcony at top and pleasant little yard on ground floor. very clean throughout with beautiful kitchen/diner. We all loved the decor throughout this property Negative: Set over 5 floors so stairs may be tricky for some but we found this fun!
Stunning place with great views off the top deck. Brilliant location would stop again.
Perfect place! Clean, fresh, and modern. Great location right in the middle of town, around the corner from some nice pubs, cafes, and Botham’s famous bakery. Also, that view overlooking Whitby from the top floor is incredible! The place is spread throughout 5 floors, which was kind of fun and worked well to get the views, but my 80 year old parents had a bit of a hard time with all the stairs. Just something to keep in mind if you also struggle with lots of stairs, etc. Though if you can handle those 199 abbey stairs and all the hills in Whitby, maybe you’d be ok! Overall we loved the place and already said we’d stay at this one again!
Beautify House & Perfect Location Positive: The location & townhouse was perfect. Negative: Couple of issues with cleanliness
amazing place have looked to book again but every weekend for the next year is fully booked Positive: the rooftop bar area and views are amazing! Negative: it’s a long hard climbe to the top!
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