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Two double bedroom flat with fantastic roof terrace overlooking Swing Brid

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A waterfront town with a bridge, boats, and buildings along the shore.
A dining table with food and drinks, overlooking a harbor with boats and buildings.
A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and various appliances. There is a small wooden shelf with pots and a window providing natural light.
A staircase with carpeted steps, white walls, and multiple framed pictures.
A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with white bedding, two bedside tables with lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Whitby Harbour
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Whitby, ENG
  • Place, Whitby Abbey
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Harbour
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Two double bedroom flat with fantastic roof terrace overlooking Swing Brid

From the roof terrace look down on the crowds and venture out for an evening stroll along Church Street to the famous Abbey steps, or down to Tate Sands, below the Abbey, where Dracula's ship was wrecked. When the bell rings go out with a drink to watch the bridge opening and the yachts going out to sea and the fisherman returning with their catch in the evening. If there's a better spot in Whitby to watch the world go by I've yet to find it and I've been visiting for over 50 years!
A light spacious flat with art work on the walls and a cosy dining/ living room. Sorry but not suitable for dogs, and as there are two flights of stairs into the flat unfortunately unsuitable for those with mobility problems. Young children will need supervision on the roof terrace. PLEASE NOTE AFTER TWO FIRES ON THE DECKING NO BBQ'S ARE PERMITTED !
You can see the view of the Swing Bridge from the roof terrace here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pRlFAtUiooA

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8151647
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Whitby

Located in Whitby, this apartment is on the beach. Whitby Harbour and Whitby Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Whitby Leisure Centre and Museum of Victorian Science. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Whitby, ENG

What's nearby

  • Whitby Abbey - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Whitby Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Whalebone Arch - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Whitby Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Whitby Pavilion - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Whitby Station - 4 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Angel Hotel (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Trenchers - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Magpie Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mr Cooper's Coffee House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Abbey Wharf - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Two double bedroom flat with fantastic roof terrace overlooking Swing Brid pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Two double bedroom flat with fantastic roof terrace overlooking Swing Brid?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Two double bedroom flat with fantastic roof terrace overlooking Swing Brid?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Two double bedroom flat with fantastic roof terrace overlooking Swing Brid located?

Nestled on the beach, this Whitby apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Captain Cook Memorial Museum and Whitby Harbour. Whitby Beach and Pannett Park are also within 10 minutes. Whitby Station is only a 4-minute walk.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 151 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

3.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mus be the best location in Whitby, fantastic view from the balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have been booking this property for the last five year's, it's in a great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location, well equipped, great balcony,

Comfortable clean perfect location for exploring the delights of Whitby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Little place

Great place in the heart of Whitby. Terrace offers an amazing view of the town and harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun, 2023
Thank you for kind review, so glad you liked the flat.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Would move in tomorrow, loved location and the layout. Had everything you needed.

Would definately rent this property again when we're heading to whitby.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct, 2020
Lovely review, thank you. Hope to see you again - reduced rates for returnees!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Second stay at this beautiful property

This is the second time we have stayed here and will definitely be back. The location is second to none and there is no better spot than the balcony in the sunshine,which we were lucky to have plenty of
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2021
Thank you Jules, glad you had good weather and welcome back anytime.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The best spot in Whitby!

We had a lovely time in Whitby, the flat was perfect and definitely in the best spot. Fantastic views from the roof terrace and the best bits of Whitby on your doorstep. Would recommend this place and would certainly stay again.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2020
Thanks for your review. We agree it's the best spot in Whitby - that's why we bought it! We never tire of watching the Swing Bridge open and close and the fishing boats going out. Welcome back anytime - returnees get a discount!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic apartment, great location, amazing terrace, clean and had everything you would need for a holiday. Can't find any negatives! We've stayed here on a few occasions and will be booking again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quirky and perfect

The view goes without saying , quirky and everything i hoped and expected 👍 slept in the attic = great bed and pillows . Would stay again for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice little gem

We have stayed at this apartment three times now and we wouldn't think of staying anywhere else now,its in the heart of everything,cannot wait till next time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful wonderful Whitby ❤️

This property is wonderful, plenty of room and charm, right in the heart of Whitby, we were blessed with wonderful weather, and the terrace was amazing watching the boats come and go, we loved it and if ever in Whitby again would definitely choose to stay here, thank you John we will definitely be letting family and friends no about your beautiful apartment xx
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The flat was absolutely brilliant, the area it’s in was brilliant for our stay, unloading the car was easy the rooms where bright and very clean and it had everything you could possible need for a short stay.The stairs going up to the flat are quite brutal ( I’ve got a bad knee ) but it was outweighed by the veranda over looking the estuary.Will definitely be staying again and cannot recommend enough Mr Barrett
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely base to explore Whitby

Perfect location, comfortable beds and furniture. Should make it clearer that no BBQs allowed on terrace before booking, or remove the pic of someone bbq'ing from images to avoid any misconceptions
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct, 2023
Thanks for the review, glad you enjoyed your stay. Actually the photo you refer to is me serving kippers which were cooked under the grill in the kitchen, not bbq-ed outside. We cannot allow bbq's as twice people have set the decking on fire. However I take your point and will add the instruction " no bbqs" to the information I send.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Valentines

Having stopped at the swing bridge lookout before it seemed to be the perfect place for our valentines getaway. We had an amazing few days, we will definitely be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun, 2023
Great, welcome back anytime!
Archival

8/10 Good

Right in the hub of Whitby with great views !

Lovely terrace to watch sun go down. Comfortable apartment with homely feel. Surprisingly quiet - the street noise a surprise when you open front door.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2020
Thanks for your comments. Yes it's great to sit on the roof terrace when it gets too crowded and people watch those down below. Welcome back anytime.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect flat at any time of year

We've just enjoyed our third stay at this flat. It is just so relaxing and comfortable yet Whitby is on the doorstep - it's fabulous. It's so easy to pop in and out in between seeing the sights, which are all close by, or sit on the terrace for the best of both worlds. Great.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2020
Thanks for this, so glad you've again enjoyed the flat. We've had some guests now on their 6th visit! Welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend in Whitby

The location was perfect and the roof terrace was great. The photographs don’t do it justice. It has two large double rooms and everything you need. It’s quirky and full of character. Hopefully, we’ll visit again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr, 2021
Thank you for this lovely review. So glad you enjoyed your stay and welcome back anytime.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Location is brilliant. Fully equipped kitchen. Shame TV still broken and would have been nice to have more than one hand towel.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept, 2021
Tv is now fixed at last! There are hand towels and tea towels in the flat.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whitby

Central location. Great views. Slight issue with finding a parking space.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun, 2023
Glad you enjoyed the flat. Sorry, parking can be an issue, although I send details of where we always park for free on booking. We've never paid in over 10 years! .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

On a sunny day, there isn’t a better place than the roof terrace to watch the world go by! A great location to explore the beauty of Whitby. Quirky apartment with everything you need 😊 (apart from towels… you need to take your own and I missed that in the booking confirmation!)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun, 2023
Sorry , but we no longer provide towels as some of them have walked. It does say bring your own in the details i send on booking.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Whitby weekend

Property in excellent central location. Roof terrace was amazing, a real bonus. Everything very comfortable although front door & steps very pigeonified!!! But generally a great location, loved the views from the upstairs bedroom !!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun, 2023
Thank you for your lovely review. The pigeons in the alley are an ongoing problem. We pay cleaners to regularly clean there, but its difficult to maintain in summer. We are pursuing alternatives such as netting. Once inside the flat though I think guests find everything clean and comfortable. Welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Loved our stay.

Lovely 2 bedroom flat in a fabulous location. Plenty of room for four adults. Amazing roof top terrace with brilliant views. We had lovely weather and spent quite a few hours soaking up the sunshine and enjoying the views. Thank you to John for this little gem. Hopefully we will be returning in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your kind comments. So glad you enjoyed Swing Bridge Lookout and some good weather! Welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wow

Absolutely fantastic!!! Lovely apartment, amazing location and a brilliant balcony with outstanding views! Will definitely return. Thank you for a wonderful break!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug, 2022
Thank you for this great review. Welcome back anytime - reduced rates for returnees!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

excellent location

this property is located in centre of town easy access to both sides of town not to far from train station might be a problem for those with a car as there is no parking at place view of harbour is fantastic . only thing is take towels with you as they are not provided
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2023
Thanks for your kind review. I send details of where to park when people book. We don't provide towels as we have had them taken, and most people are happy to bring their own.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Watching the world go by

What a perfect property. Location perfect roof terrace out of this world thought we had stayed in the best last year but I was wrong
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2020
Thank you for this great review.! Welcome back anytime= reduced rates for returnees

About the host

Hosted by J W Rogers

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We are a family of 4 and the flat is our special retreat. We love returning to Whitby on the North Yorkshire coast.
We hope you will find our property like a 'home from home', with lots of books and dvds!

Why they chose this property

I've been coming to Whitby for over 50 years and always wanted a bolthole here, so when we saw that this flat with possibly the best location and view in Whitby was for sale we knew we had to have it!

What makes this property unique

Best fish and chips in the world at the Magpie café according to Rick Stein - and us!
Crabbing! The seaside!
The steam train ride over the moors!
Whitby's charm both old and new - the shops, the abbey, the museum, Dracula! Whitby has it all!

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