Host & Stay | The Old Sweet Shop

Entire rental unit in Whitby, United Kingdom

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 beds · 1 bathroom
The Old Sweet Shop is a newly renovated, stylish apartment located on the south side of Whitby Harbour. The spacious two bedroom apartment sleeps four guests and is ideally placed for exploring the town. Once occupied by the towns famous ‘Aunty Alice’ this old sweet shop was well known by all the locals. The apartment has on-site private parking for one car.
The space
This bright ground floor apartment has been renovated to an extremely high standard creating a perfect space to enjoy a short stay by the coast. With a pale, neutral colour palette the apartment gives a real sense of calm.

On entering the apartment you step directly into the open plan living, dining and kitchen area. The two cool blue sofas frame the living area, surrounding a white wooden coffee table and metallic thread rug. From the feature window seat you can see the infamous Whitby Abbey, watch the world go by or enjoy the latest drama on the wall mounted, flatscreen tv.

The dining area comfortably seats four people at the simple, white and wood rectangle dining table. Centred between the kitchen and living area you can enjoy a feast for four or a romantic meal for two.

The fully equipped kitchen features cool grey doors with white speckle effect worktops and marble effect grey metro tiles. The kitchen has everything you would need for a short break including a fridge, oven, ceramic hob, microwave, kettle and washing machine. You’ll also find little luxuries such as a Nespresso coffee machine and a dishwasher. Adding a pop of colour to this open plan area are some Whitby themed fine art prints by Bridget Wilkinson.

This whole area is flooded with light from the large sash style windows. With ample space you can cook, dine and relax as a group during your stay.

Head down the hallway from the dining area and you’ll find the first of the two bedrooms. With a zip and link bed you have the option to configure this as one kingsize bed or two small singles. The bed features an upholstered, Chelsea style headboard and is dressed with grey toned cushions and bed throw. With marble style bedside tables and matching lamps the room is simple and symmetrical.

Head back to the hallway and you’ll find the bathroom. The bathroom includes a WC, basin and large walk in shower. It feels fresh and modern with chrome fixtures and fittings and large white ceramic tiles on the walls and floor.

The second bedroom can be found at the end of the hallway. This room features a double bed with a mink coloured fabric headboard and dressed with blue and grey patterned cushions. The room is finished off with geometric patterned lamps and artwork by Bridget Wilkinson.

Taking its name from what it once was, The Old Sweet Shop is a generous, bright and airy space, ideal for those looking for a little bit of calm away from the busy cobbled streets of Whitby.

Once a hidden trove of delicious hard boiled sweets and tasty chocolates, the children would scurry down the hill to use the coin machines at the front of the shop. Aunty Alice and her sisters ran the shop right through the war years and into the early 1980’s creating many sweet memories during some hard times.
Guest access
Guests have access to the full property.

The keys to the property are accessed via a secure key safe and full details will be provided shortly before your arrival date.

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Bedrooms

Bedroom 1

1 double bed

Bedroom 2

1 king bed

Amenities

  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Hot water
  • Washing machine
  • Essentials
  • Hangers
  • Bed linen
  • Wifi
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Kitchen
  • Free parking on premises
  • Pets allowed

4.3 · 64 Reviews

Michelle
Michelle
2 years on Airbnb
2 weeks ago

The apartment was lovely, very clean and well located. It was excellent to have a parking space provided.

Emma
Emma
2 months on Airbnb
3 weeks ago

The hosts were not flexible in the check in time despite telling me and in their description that it would be possible for just a hour early check in time despite telling me on the phone it would be possible. The place is not clearly marked where the parking space should be. There is no number in the space as described there is just a plaque on the fence. Might have been at the time but no longer exists. The place is in need of a deep clean. Floors sofas and bathroom all felt grubby. It is in an ideal location but the parking is terrible as someone blocked us in when we were trying to exit. Not the hosts fault but it was the second time an instance occurred like this. So if you did want to go out for the day you would be blocked in. The place served its purpose for the weekend and had all the amenities you would need for your stay, apart from tea bags. Make sure you bring you own. Other than what is mentioned it was an okay stay.

Katie
Katie
3 months on Airbnb
1 month ago

Really enjoyed staying in this location, its absolutely perfect. We had two children and two dogs and its was great! Amazing chip shop only 2 minutes walk away. Having a car park space too was absolutely fabulous as there was no faffing with finding parking. Absolutely will be staying again soon!

Jamie
Jamie
7 years on Airbnb
1 month ago

Fantastic stay, had a last minute date change required due to unforeseen circumstances when booking to which the host agreed for us to change. Clean apartment within walking distance of the centre of Whitby, would recommend

Mark
Mark
4 years on Airbnb
4 months ago

Brilliant stay. It’s a lovely location a few mins walk into the centre of Whitby. Easy to find and the parking space was also easy to find. The flat was clean and tidy, well appointed, everything worked and the internet was fast. Before, during & after the visit, communication was friendly, helpful & quick. Nothing was too much trouble. Would definitely stay here again.

Location

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House Rules

  • Check-in after 16:00
  • Checkout before 10:00
  • Self check-in with lockbox
  • 4 guests maximum
  • Pets allowed
  • No parties or events
  • No smoking
  • Additional rules
    Host & Stay are committed to our owners that their homes are protected during bookings. For this reason, we require all of our guests to transfer a £250.00 Damage Deposit (subject to a £10.00 administration charge) or, to purchase an Accidental Damage Waiver for £25.00 which will cover you for up to £500.00 of accidental damage during your stay.

Safety & Property

  • Carbon monoxide alarm installed
  • Smoke alarm installed

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