Guests say
Columbus Retreat in Scarborough offers a spacious and well-located holiday experience with comfortable beds and a variety of amenities including a hot tub, pool table, and table tennis. The property is ideal for large family gatherings, with ample parking and en-suite rooms adding to the convenience. While guests appreciate the proximity to local attractions and the generous size of the house, some have noted areas for improvement in cleanliness and maintenance.
Several reviews mention issues with cleanliness, including dust, debris, and unclean kitchenware. Some guests reported the property was cleaner upon their departure than arrival, indicating a need for more thorough cleaning between stays.
The property's location is highly praised for its proximity to the North Bay beach, local amenities, parks, and restaurants. It is also noted for its ample off-road parking, which is particularly beneficial during busy events.
Guests find the beds very comfortable and the en-suite rooms well-prepared. However, some guests mentioned that the beds were too soft for their liking, and there were issues with hot water temperature.
The property is equipped with enjoyable facilities such as a hot tub, pool table, and table tennis. However, there are reports of maintenance issues like broken appliances and inadequate kitchen provisions that affected the overall experience.
While some guests expected welcome packs based on the property's advertisement, the reviews do not consistently mention the presence or absence of gifts or welcome packs, thus a score cannot be accurately provided.
About this property
Perched on the coast in Scarborough, North Yorkshire is this large, semi-detached house of 102 Columbus Ravine. Enjoying three-storey accommodation, 102 Columbus Ravine sleeps up to 16 people and is situated within proximity of a range of fantastic, seaside attractions dotted along The Cleveland Way. Upon arrival, you'll be pleased to discover five off-road parking spaces, along with additional on-street parking nearby. After parking up, make your way inside to be welcomed by a sumptuously decorated sitting room, where you can grab a seat on the velvet sofas and unwind with a glass of wine in front of the TV. A snug can also be found towards the rear of the property, where a corner sofa entices you to unwind in front of another TV. When it comes to cooking, you’ll find everything you need thanks to the spacious kitchen offering a range of contemporary units with integrated appliances, including a large fridge/freezer and a dishwasher. Once a tasty dinner has been rustled up, bring it through to the fabulous dining room, where two tables seat 16 people overall; once you've settled down to dinner, why not open a bottle of fizz and raise a toast to this amazing getaway? As the day winds to a close, venture upstairs to the first floor to find four of the eight beautifully decorated bedrooms, such as a double with an en-suite bathroom, a king-size offering a basin, TV, and an en-suite shower room. Progress upstairs to the second floor, where the latter four bedrooms await, including a double, single and a triple, all offering en-suite shower rooms, and a twin enjoying an en-suite bathroom. Behind the property rests an enclosed yard, where a shed boasting a luxurious hot tub can be found; ideal for when you want to soak up after a day at the beach! Embark on a short walk towards Scarborough's coast, where a range of superb attractions can be found, including the amazing SEA LIFE aquarium, Alpamare UK and Scarborough North Bay Railway; perfect for keeping kids of all ages entertained! Spend some time unwinding on the beaches, before embarking on a hike along The Cleveland Way to the historic Scarborough Castle and ending the day with a tasty meal at the Scarborough Flyer. For more coastal fun, head to Whitby, where the iconic 199 Steps and Whitby Abbey await, as well as the picturesque sands of Whitby Beach. Filey, Bridlington and Ravenscar all rest within easy reach, offering even more seaside fun. Treat the whole family to a brilliant stay at 102 Columbus Ravine.
The bustling coastal town of Scarborough, which has been a favourite since the Victorian era, still has many of the original excellent structures, parks, and gardens, as well as its iconic castle that towers over the community. Two outstanding sections of lovely, golden sand beaches in North Bay and South Bay are very well-liked by families with young children. Numerous family-friendly activities are available, as well as several top-notch tourist attractions for adults, such as the Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough Spa, and the Scarborough Open Air Theatre for live music. With golf courses, excellent seaside walks along the Cleveland Way, stunning cycle paths like the former railway to Whitby, beautiful sailing, and championship-calibre surfing, Scarborough is a great place for outdoor activities. Scarborough is the destination with something for everyone when all the customary seaside amusement and busy promenades near to the shore are added. Scarborough is a great place to start a fun-filled vacation because it is ideally positioned for exploring the coastline and the moors.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Eight bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x double with basin, TV and en-suite walk-in shower and WC, 2 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor triple with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor twin with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor single with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room.
Snug.
External shed
Gas central heating.
Electric double ovens, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
3 x TVs, WiFi, a selection of books and games, pool table.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available.
Off-road parking for 5 cars with additional roadside parking available.
Enclosed rear garden with patio and external shed containing a hot tub.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.1 mile, pub 0.2 miles, beach 0.4 miles.
Note: No Hen/Stag Do's or similar.
Quiet time between 9:30pm - 8am.
Note: Hot-tub can only be used between 8am - 8pm.
Fireplace is ornamental only
Reviews (14)
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Leeanne
Property was fully equipped with everything we needed and more and all the information we needed was to hand. Fantastic location as it's just a short walk to the centre, also Peaseholme park and the seafront. Ideal for family get together's and plenty to do nearby. Will definitely be booking again and can't wait to return next year!
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Laura
14 people stayed over for 2 nights and we had a lovely weekend. The children enjoyed playing in the games room and there were plenty of space for the adults to sit and chat. All bedrooms were en-suite and everything was lovely and clean. The digital handbook was really useful and give us numbers to ring if there was an issueâ¦thankfully there wasnât any. The house is situated in a lovely part of Scarborough very close to the park. We would definitely stay again
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Analeise
Property owners were extremely helpful and quick to respond to us when we contacted them with a query, we really enjoyed staying here and we would highly recommend the property to families looking to stay in the Scarborough area, our family will definitely be back again in the future.