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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Whitby, North Yorkshire
  • Place, West Cliff Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Golf Club
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom #1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom #2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Sandsend - Gardeners Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

Gardeners Cottage has undergone a full refurbishment in 2022 and is now under new ownership. No expense has been spared throughout to make this an immaculate sanctuary for your time away. The refurbishment also includes the addition of a new boiler to provide plenty of heating and hot water for the chillier times of year.

The cottage itself has a lovely sitting area with a great flat screen TV for those cosy nights in. Leading off the lounge there is a great kitchen which is well equipped for your stay. It has a lovely dining table by the french windows, which lead out to a small patio where you can enjoy early morning coffee or pre dinner drinks, or just to sit and enjoy the peace!

There is also a downstairs cloakroom next to the stairs which lead to the first floor. Here there are two lovely double bedrooms, both with en suite bathrooms, one with a shower and one with a bath and shower over the bath. Both are lovely rooms with comfortable double beds, great for a comfortable nights sleep.

Set within the stunning grounds of the Saltmoore Estate with some fantastic walks within the grounds and Sandsend beach is just a 15 minute walk away this is a great base to enjoy the lovely East Coast.

**Please note that although the cottages are within the grounds of Saltmoore, they are completely separate from the hotel**

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Amenities

Kitchen
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Whitby

Whitby is home to this cottage. North York Moors National Park and West Cliff Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Whitby Leisure Centre and Museum of Victorian Science.
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Whitby, North Yorkshire

What's nearby

  • West Cliff Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Whitby Golf Club - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Whitby Beach - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Towbar Express Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Whitby Harbour - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Ruswarp Station - 6 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pier Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mary’s Sandwich Shop - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Granby - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Ship - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Magpie Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandsend - Gardeners Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sandsend - Gardeners Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

As of 1 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandsend - Gardeners Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms on 13 July 2026 start from NZ$705, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sandsend - Gardeners Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sandsend - Gardeners Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandsend - Gardeners Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sandsend - Gardeners Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms located?

Situated in Whitby, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Whitby Golf Club and West Cliff Beach. Whitby Beach and Towbar Express Stadium are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Declan L.

A great stay & fantastic spot.

An absolute 5-star stay at Gardeners Cottage. Brilliant location in Sandsend, lovely interiors, and a great atmosphere for a weekend break. Highly recommended for anyone looking to switch off and enjoy the North Yorkshire coast at its best. The Saltmoore estate's recent improvements are also fantastic & well worth the very short stroll to enjoy the Bar & restaurants.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine B.

Everything needed for a peaceful stay. Great sleep, away from main road.

Everything needed for a peaceful stay. Great sleep, away from main road. A lovely welcome pack. Gorgeous spot.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Katharine E.

A great cottage for two couples

Gardener’s cottage proved to be a perfect place to stay for walking on the North Yorks coast. It’s well-equipped, cosy and comfortable. Two parking spaces is an absolute bonus in this area. Whitby is a great place to visit - especially the Abbey and Whitby brewery taproom! Sandsend is great for eating places - Estbeck House, the Fish Cottage and the Hart Inn all proved excellent in their food choices and quality. Highly recommend this cottage.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Graham B.

2 day break

We had an excellent stay at Gardeners cottage, the cottage is excellent we will be back for sure Highly recommended
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay

Great holiday. Parking excellent close to the cottage. Good location with great places to visit. Hotel also nice to visit.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable cottage

Very comfortable well equipped cottage in a superb setting with the added advantage of lots of scenic walks on hand. Hope to return in the near future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Beautiful cottage in excellent location

The cottage is lovely - beautifully presented and located in the grounds of the Saltmore hotel. There are lovely walks in/around the grounds and to Sandsend/Whitby.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

great place

Wonderful cottage spotlessly clean and great service from Stays York we would stay again great location
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2025
Hi, Thank you so much for such a lovely review, we are so glad you had a great stay! Please don't hesitate to get in touch should you wish to return to York. Kind regards, Molly Stays York
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

Gardeners cottage

A beautiful cottage in a gorgeous location for walks & the beach. Beautiful furnishings,very comfy beds,immaculately clean & pet friendly. We had a very relaxing stay & looking forward to next time.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Lovely cottage in beautiful surroundings

Gardeners cottage is a lovely cottage inside and out. Having Saltmoore grounds to walk in was perfect. The sea was a pleasant stroll down the road. Used the Saltmoore restaurant once, a part of it was dog friendly which was good, food ok but very pricey.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

We had a lovely stay

We booked a last minute stay for our wedding anniversary as we love this part of the coast. We'd stayed at the hotel previously but now we have a little one travelling with us these cottages were the perfect alternative. Lovely decor, the beds were so comfy and nice to have fluffy towels. We thought the sofa could do with replacing and a few more items in the kitchen would be handy (casserole dishes/oven proof ceramic). Some items in the kitchen needed rewashing from previous guests (lipstick on glasses etc) so maybe worth checking as part of the housekeeping process or asking everyone to use the dishwasher instead. Overall a lovely stay and we'll definitely keep the property in mind if we visit Sandsend again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Review

Great cottage. Loved it. Would definitely book again. :-)
Verified

8/10 Good

Vicky G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property is lovely and spotless. It was our third stay at it. It is great and so quiet. The tv tho is so complicated and WiFi appalling. If u take kids or want an afternoon in front of tv or need to do some work you may have to think again. The other times it’s not been this bad, not sure if provider has been changed. Above the shower room the ceiling is literally peeling and falling off. Needs attention!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Almost perfect.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Yorkshire Getaway

Stayed at Gardeners Cottage for a week with family and two dogs. Lovely property. Spacious, very clean and well maintained. Was really a home from home. Although there is a washer/dryer in the property, the addition of a clothes horse would be ideal and also a pair of oven gloves. Hotel was about to open at the end of the week so lots of construction workers nearby but was kept informed if it was to be disruptive to our stay. Had a great week out and about walking with the dogs and some wonderful meals, in Sandsend, would recommend Esbek House and also Sneaton Castle in Whitby. Would definitely rebook.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Winter break

Had a lovely few days in Gardeners Cottage . Stayed here before & in Jasmine Cottage. Both cottages are very well presented, clean & comfortable. The seating in the lounge could be better so 4 people can view the TV more comfortably. The TV was a bit confusing to get going & viewing is through the Apps. If was fine once we mastered the remote controls. Now the hotel refurbished s almost complete it was much better but some of the walks need a bit of a spruce up ( signposting & the bridge on the lake walk ) Overall we had a great time & wonderful weather. We will definitely be back & highly recommend. I did notice that 2 night breaks are not always available, that’s a shame.
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Didn’t like the hole in selling that was taped over to stop wasps coming out and could not sleep in there with the noise of them all night granted that some one come out to spray them but didn’t stop them and thay was coming out the extra fan in kitchen when was put one one 2 separate days and I was in aware I was renting a property on a bill ding site and the noise for constant all day was not very relaxing As that is why we want to go away to relax and unwind
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

HEAVEN ON EARTH Relaxing cottage with walking distance to the sea, woods & stately gardens hotel

We visited Gardeners cottage around six months ago, We loved it that much we have been back four times the cottage is clean & tidy check in is super easy staff are a phone call away if needed the cottage is situated in a idyllic peaceful spot within a few minutes walk from some woods and a running beck, theres a beautiful hotel within a few minutes walk with stately gardens and lake the cottage is hidden away the beach is around seven to ten minutes walk or five minutes if you walk the back way through the woods Whitby is a five minute drive if needed Gardeners cottage has all the cooking amenities but if you fancy a walk to sands end you can try the best fish & chips EVER at fish cottage theres also a lovely pub called The hart in the beer is great the food is all home cooked the staff & locals are friendly sands end beach is beautiful i love the vast openness with nothing built up around you the cottage is peaceful with the birds singing and pretty flowers all around i call this place MY HEAVEN ON EARTH I wish i could attach some images to this review to show how beautiful this place is
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely cottage, construction work.spoilt views

Loved the cottage, a few cobwebs, shower head could do with a clean. Loved the welcome hamper. This was an alternative cottage offered due to the original one Discovery Cottage being xancelled . Recycling bins were overflowing and the lovely views were spoilt due to ongoing construction work ( diggers, rubble, old mattresses etc) . Would have expected to have been notified about the work and maybe offered a discount at least. Also poor lighting outside at night time was a bit of a hazard. Used our phones. Would not recommend until work around the Hall has been.completed. Would then be happy to revisit.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

miss t.

A lovely cottage

Cleanliness - Overall excellent. Reason for 4 - previous occupants clothes left in wardrobe drawer (has happened on a previous stay too! Room with bath has bacteria under bath tap as black from water/soap build up causing the bacteria build up. Needs a bit of mildew remover. Love The new flooring in the bathroom and all the new decor. Very beautiful, well done! Customer service - I did ask if we might get a bit of a discount as we've been a few times. Was told no. Even 5% would be lovely as repeat visitors. Just think it's good customer relations personally. Comfort - Very comfortable for 3! I sat in the chair by the window as had guests come to visit. Would have preferred a softer seat. Condition - Excellent. Location. Great, but now building work going on a bit messy. Value for money. Good overall as it warrants a higher price tag as it's a very lovely cottage, but as I said above, repeat business maybe get a discount or offers when not in use or when out of season perhaps?
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Autum Relaxation

What a beautiful cottage! Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. hopefully back soon
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Janet W.

New Year break

We had a 3 night stay for New Year. We liked the position of the cottage but we were disappointed with the facilities. We couldn’t get the TV’s in the bedrooms to work. A hairdryer in 1 bedroom didn’t work. And on New Year’s Eve we didn’t have any hot water. We turned on a switch we believed would be the immersion heater and contacted emergency support. We had cold showers. The next morning the water was hot but the boiler made a loud noise when we turned the thermostat down. We feel the property lacks sufficient crockery for 4 people to make a meal. The cafetière was for 1 person but there is a coffee machine with some pods provided. The hamper provided was a nice touch. The towel rail in the second bathroom worked intermittently. The TV in the lounge is difficult to operate so we used our computer
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A fantastic house. Everything there we wanted in a superb location. The welcome pack was wonderful

Would definitely book again if holidaying in Whitby
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy property with issues that could and should be fixed

Very cosy and comfortable property. Stale smell on entry as if it had not been occupied for a while needed all windows open. Bathroom floor tiles cracked and need replacing. Given the price of this property you would expect a half decent smart TV rather than one with an apologetic note saying the remote doesn’t really work
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Melanie A.

Fabulous place near the sea but no extras provided in the cottage

We have stayed at the Raithwaite cottages 3 times this year and love the position they are in near beautiful Sandsend beach but our last stay there on 18th August 2021 there was no welcome pack at all and no toiletries which although this maybe due to covid restrictions we were given earlier in the year and so were disappointed when there was nothing at all.

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