Riva

2 weeks ago

Fantastic house sitting right under Scarborough Castle with wonderful views over the harbour and bay. You can't park near the property (except for loading/unloading about 50m down the street) and it's a steep walk up the hill to get to it, but this wasn't a problem at all as the location is well worth it! The house was clean and better than the photos with everything you could need including little things like soap, toilet paper, washing tabs, tea, coffee etc. The beds were really comfortable and the showers were good and powerful with hot water on tap. Three bathrooms for the three bedrooms - lovely! Nothing to complain about at all - we had a brilliant stay. Thank you!

Kayleigh

6 months ago

Overall.... a really good spacious house good size garden garden, really good location. Such a lovely place! stunning views and well equipped. It is set back, so you're not in the hustle and bustle of the scarbrough front, but also a 3 minute walk if you would like to be. ( it is bit of a hill to the house) We all had a fab week and will definitely be looking at booking with host and stay again, we have loved this place!! I would suggest a chat with the cleaners about what is expected from a standard clean. Thank You 😊

John

7 months ago

I mainly want to help with parking as we were unsure and saw conflicting information. There is no parking at the property or indeed on the (small) road that the house is on. However the property does come with parking passes for the area (A2 if you want to look it up). The nearest parking is on the next road along but sometimes it is full but we always got relatively close by. Also we had enough passes for 2 cars which was useful as my mum came separately. A2 stretches quite far, you can even get quite close to the North Bay Beach if you want to. Although South Bay is nearer, North is better for dogs. Overall the property is brilliant. The views are spectacular. I wish I was still there. Also really appreciated the restaurant advice. We went to the Turkish and it was very good. Would certainly return

Josua

7 months ago

Our stay at the accommodation was very pleasant, the view directly on the water is really very, very beautiful, within walking distance you are quickly directly on the water and also the center was only ten minutes away. Thank you so much for having us as guests.

Stephanie

9 months ago

Great house and location. Views were amazing. Plenty of room for 6 people- but need more coat hangers! Just wish host made more effort to provide parking permits, or be clearer where to find parking. Had to drop off belongings at bottom of road as can not park directly outside the house. Disappointed that outside furniture and cushions were covered in bird poo, as was the front door. Appreciate you can’t stop the birds, but more attention on outside areas is needed by cleaners. The house itself was absolutely great.

Daniel

9 months ago

Overall the property is good, how ever.. my wife wouldn't use the upstairs bathroom as the general public can see right in the window as there is no blind and low glass obscurity. broken shower tray in down stair ensuite, mould in all bathrooms including the ceilings, the microwave was dirty inside as were the pans, the front door and windows could also do with a good clean and freshen up, to rid the area of cobwebs and bird poo, also the walls going up the stairs could do with a lick of paint, I dropped my black cardigan on the stairs and when I picked it up it was covered In fluff and hairs, obviously not been hoovered in a while, the enclosed garden area was great but had to remove a large amount of nettles from the garden area and hog weed, see pictures, just a heads up.. it's free parking in the area after 6pm but make sure you have a scratch card in for 10am the following morning. The property is in a great location it's central for everything, great for walks in any direction.

Stephen

9 months ago

Lovely property and very helpful host .

Sadikcha

9 months ago

Lovely, modern, and clean house with large windows offering stunning views of the beach and bay. Each bedroom had its own bathroom/en-suite, which was a great bonus. The house had all the essentials for a short stay. It’s a 5-minute walk downhill to the popular beach, shops, restaurants, and arcades—just note it’s an uphill walk back. The house is on a hill, accessible by car only to the bottom of some stairs. Street parking is required, and while a permit is provided for one car, it was hard to find a spot during a busy bank holiday weekend. We had to park near the beach and walk up each time—not an issue for our young group, but not ideal for those with accessibility needs. Tip: Search for overnight public parking spaces nearby in advance and be prepared to pay and display and walk to house, if street parking isn’t available.

Alisha

10 months ago

In a great location and the host is very reliable and responsive. Our only issue was that we were unable to drive directly up to the property and I was an extremely steep hill with steps. Other than this the apartment is great with beautiful views!

Mohammed

10 months ago

This is an amazing place with a beautiful view. Waking up to the view of the bay was so refreshing with my morning coffee. I would definitely recommend and stay here again. Thank you

Andrew

10 months ago

Seriously nice place to stay. Great views from the upper floor and had its own garden too. Fault the house really, just minor niggles. Upstairs shower - the main shower head didn’t work. Must have been blocked. Downstairs en-suite. Shower temperature adjustment was broken - result only boiling water was delivered. It recommend staying here despite the shower issue and the lack of the welcome oz k which would have contained the parking permit for the first days parking. Replacement permits were delivered the next day, however, no welcome pack arrived and it no l this is where we would have found the dish drying towels. Not a fan of a dishwasher so need spending a fortune on kitchen towel during our stay. Final gripe. And it’s the same as always. Lighting and the control of. Introduce some dimmers or intelligent lighting. It’s simple and cheap and can totally change the guest experience. On and off are not the only options. And your floor lamp needs a shade too. But still I’d return.

Michelle

10 months ago

Lovely house, beautiful views, and great location but with this comes very steep hills or steps to get to it.

Lucy

11 months ago

Really beautiful spot, especially for the price. Beds were comfy, everything was super clean and the views were spectacular. Kitchen was pretty well stocked too. Had a bit of faff between us and the host before we arrived but once we did and saw the views everything was forgotten!

Georgina

1 year ago

Great place to stay with amazing views

Linda

1 year ago

Lovely house with an amazing view. just be aware of the step road and steps to get to the house. The house was really clean but lacked cutlery, especially spoons and forks.

Robert

1 year ago

The house was well presented clean throughout with lovely views off the harbour would definitely stay again thanks for having us

Rachel

1 year ago

As soon as we arrived at the property we found a leak in the downstairs double bedroom. The carpet, bed and bedding were wet. The whole property was also dirty and hadn’t been cleaned. Initial maintenance person arrived quickly it was determined to be a leaky cold water pipe and he said a plumber would be out the next morning to take up the floor and find the leak and fix it. We asked for housekeeping to bring dry bedding but had no phone call back about bedding. We were left with water dripping all night and having to sleep in a wet bed. The issue was finally fixed but almost 24 hours after we checked in. Not quick enough and ruined the first two days of our holiday. The out of hours phone line was switched off although we were told it should always be on. Out of hours messages were going to an out sourced Helpdesk and I received responses at 2:30 in the morning! I’m now struggling to get a suitable refund for the issues we had.

Becky

1 year ago

Location was perfect House wasn’t cleaned stains all over the carpets marks on sofa spiders hanging from lamps, ripped bedding on the beds and the bathroom was dirty toothpaste on taps and hairs in sink. Damaged garden fence. If the house was clean it would have been perfect but so much dust around when one of the guests has asthma isn’t ideal

Gavin

1 year ago

Lovely home, perfect for our family of 5. The location is BRILLIANT - probably even better than what it appears on the map. Would thoroughly recommend

Andreas

1 year ago

Beautifully located cottage in old town Scarborough with three spacious bedrooms. Great views from the living room and bedroom on the upper floor over the harbor and the sea. In the two bedrooms on the ground floor, it smells a bit of humidity. The very busy South Bay is quickly accessible by stairs. For swimming we recommend the quieter North Bay a little further away. Tip for fresh fruit, vegetables and bread: stop by the Market Hall, which is a short walking distance.

Brendan

1 year ago

Loved it! The proximity to the beach and attractions was amazing yet private and peaceful all at the same time. The house was as described and the views from the living space and upstairs bedroom were fantastic. Was clean and tidy on arrival and the host was extremely proactive in ensuring our stay was comfortable, brilliant contact and really friendly. A superb base for an extended break (although good thighs needed for the steps from the beach 😁) we would definitely recommend for either the family or a couples retreat to the seaside and will definitely be back.

Katie

1 year ago

All I can say is the views were Wow and wow!! Absolutely amazing location

Anna

1 year ago

Lovely sized house with a garden and great views of Scarborough beach! Good location and perfect for a family of 4 to visit.

Helen

1 year ago

Beware - this is let by an agency, and they require either a damage waiver of £25 or a £10 admin fee on a refundable £250 damage deposit. This wasn't stated until after we had booked. We chose the deposit, and this wasn't returned to us until 12 days after our departure which seemed unnecessarily long. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay in the flat. The location is wonderful. The access is a bit tricky, up a steep narrow lane with no turning space at the top. We found parking nearby fairly easily.

Joanne

2 years ago

Fantastic house, position and everything you need

Paul

2 years ago

Lovely property in a great spot. A slight smell of damp downstairs but other than that it was just perfect!

Billy

2 years ago

great stay, lovely location.

Julie

2 years ago

As with any other home that isn't on the sea front, there is a climb to the accommodation that would be tricky for anyone with limited mobility. There were quick steep routes to the sea front and back in minutes or more meandering routes that were less challenging if we were feeling less fit. The home itself is lovely. Comfy & clean and uncluttered with all of the essential equipment for a short or longer stay. The views are stunning from the upstairs sitting area and bedroom and it was great to have a bathroom or shower room for each bedroom. We didn't use the washing machine/dryer but it was good to know it was there if needed. Beds were comfy with nice crisp clean white linen. It took us a short time to find, sending out a scouting party on foot as the road doesn't pass the property. Although parking (as always in Scarborough) was a tight squeeze, using the provided parking permit we were able to park close to the house quite easily. We would be happy to stay again.

Katherine

2 years ago

We had a fantastic bank holiday weekend as a family of 6 adults and 1 infant (ranging in age from 79 to 2 years old). The view from the upstairs of the property really made our stay. Fantastic to watch the beach and surrounding areas get busier as the day went on and then watching the lights come on as it turned dark. Fantastic location (short walk) to the beach front. The property is based on a steep hill and may be a little tricky for those less mobile but the road is very quiet so you can rest. You can allocate a bathroom to each bedroom which made getting ready in the mornings and evenings much easier for everybody. The garden area could do with a little tidying but was wonderful for allowing our 2 year old to keep busy whilst not on the beachfront and the garden gets the sunshine. Would highly recommend staying here and hope to come back!

Peter

2 years ago

This house is great, the location stunning and with amazing views! It is so close to the beach and front, the wi fi is fast, the beds super comfy and showers very good. Its a shame 'host and stay' were pretty poor. They didn't answer their 'urgent' phone line when we couldn't find the parking permits, they had not provided instructions of where to find them and they were hidden in a cupboard under a load of duvets. I had to drive away and pay for parking after a big effort getting the car unpacked. Host and stay were very unsympathetic and and bit blunt in their responses. We felt they blamed us for not looking hard enough and their refusing to reimburse parking was very dissapointing. It was also a bit weird that the washing machine was behind a door marked 'no entry'. Host and stay could not tell us why this was and if it was safe to use. Next time we will go back to using air b and b individuals homes rather than these agencies as the communication is much better

Alison

2 years ago

It's true the house is on a steep road with no immediate outside parking, but the truly spectacular views and brilliant location is more than worth it! Parking is round the corner so not too bad. The house is modern and well-thought with bathrooms for each bedroom, a good-sized kitchen, and the living room upstairs to take advantage of the gorgeous views. However, despite being renovated recently, the wear and tear of being a holiday rental is already starting to show through e.g. worn bathroom tiles and amenities e.g. towels. Also, it feels like luck of the draw if there is what's needed in the kitchen depending on who stayed previously otherwise there could be missing, basic items. That's only a minor point though. The only real pain point is communication with Host & Stay. I had to ask the same question repeatedly, and in the end never got an answer. It wasn't a big deal but would have expected better. Still, would highly recommend this property especially at the price we paid!

Matthew

2 years ago

Amazing views across South Bay - really handy for the Old Town, harbour and beach. Parking and access a bit tricky but the views make it all worth it. Clean and tidy - good info from the host. Would book again.

Carol

2 years ago

Good, comfortable house in great location close to the beaches and attractions. Quiet despite being only a few minutes walk from the front. Access is via steep slope and steps and it's not possible to park very close to unload/ load but we managed ok as there were 4 adults and only one toddler. Slight shortage of cutlery but otherwise well equipped. Stairgate provided which was necessary with a toddler.

Rosie

2 years ago

This would have been a 5 star review as the house itself is fantastic - location is brilliant and the view was absolutely amazing. The house was very clean and well equipped although a high chair would be a helpful addition for families. The house is very spacious and the beds super comfy! We also appreciated that there is a stair gate as we have a 1 year old. The “parking scratch cards” are only for one car which isn’t clear on the description however and we had to pay an additional fee for a second card which then wasn’t there when we arrived. Host and Stay did nothing to resolve this during our stay other than make false promises that it would be dropped off. In the end they agreed to reimburse us for the pay and display costs we had to pay to park the second car somewhere else. Overall it was an enjoyable stay at The Watch House but Host and Stay need to improve their customer service.

Chris

2 years ago

Very comfortable property with amazing views and facilities. Would very happily return!

Anna

3 years ago

The place was great and with a lovely view! The amenities were great with fresh linen and towels everywhere. The only problem was the early check out and late check in that basically make you lose almost a whole day. Definitely recommend and would stay again!

Kate

3 years ago

Just lovely!

Catherine

3 years ago

Absolutely beautiful propert in every aspect - quality decor, bedding high standard, kitchen equipped with EVERYTHING - I’d brought salt, pepper etc but it was all there 🙌🏻but that doesn’t give any justice to the view!! I’m going to say it was unimpressive - obviously I’m lying but I don’t want the prices to go up for when we book again 🙌🏻

Jake

3 years ago

Amazing place with views overlooking the harbour and South Bay. Just a short stroll from the beachfront. Sea views from the bedroom and living room/kitchen. Incredible! All nice and clean and as described. Kitchen had some key necessities which helped. Host really well organised and good communication. Great house with truly outstanding sea and seafront views.

Lucy

3 years ago

Lovely property, comfortable with everything you need. great location too