Guests say
Riverbank View is a well-received cottage in Whitby, praised for its tranquil yet central location, picturesque river views, and proximity to local attractions. Guests appreciate the clean environment, thoughtful touches like welcome treats, and the balcony's charm. While some guests mention issues with hot water supply, bed comfort, and heating, the overall experience is positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
The cottage is consistently described as clean, with no negative comments on cleanliness, indicating high standards are maintained.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to the train station, local shops, and scenic views, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and exploration.
Comfort receives mixed reviews, with several guests finding the beds hard and one mentioning an uneven double bed. However, the presence of a 'lazy boy' sofa and the overall quietness suggest a generally comfortable experience.
Facilities are generally good, but some guests faced issues with hot water, heating, and a non-working shower. The presence of an electrical recharge point is a plus.
Guests mention welcome treats and appreciate the small touches, although it should be noted that such gifts are kindly provided and may not be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Enjoying breath-taking, riverside views in the pretty village of Grosmont, North Yorkshire is Riverbank View, a charming, two-bedroom cottage. Centrally positioned near the shops and eateries of Grosmont, whilst resting within the North York Moors National Park, Riverbank View offers a homely abode for a self-catering stay, inviting four guests. Benefit from a private off-road parking space and an EV charger, before making your way into your new home-from-home. Be welcomed into the traditionally-styled living/dining room, featuring original beams, dining seating for four, a rustling woodburning stove, and plush seating, whilst also enjoying access out to the private balcony. Head into the kitchen to prepare delectable meals, before gathering alfresco, with the River Esk in your backdrop; you'll also get the chance to watch the steam trains go by, crossing the nearby bridge from the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. As the night unfolds, locate two well-appointed bedrooms, including a double and a twin, before awakening to a refreshing shower in the bathroom. Watch the world go by from your riverside position, before heading into the village to stock up on the essentials, to grab brunch from Old School Coffee Shop, or a tipple from The Station Tavern. Fabulous transport links are near Riverbank View, with Grosmont Station a stone's throw away, offering services towards both Whitby and Pickering. Within proximity you'll find the Museum of Victorian Science, the stunning landscape of the Mallyan Spout Waterfall, and a plethora of walking and cycling trails zig-zagged through the national park. Head for the coastline, reaching Whitby and its hub of attractions, where you can hike towards the Larpool Viaduct, tour Whitby Museum, enjoy a leisurely afternoon at Pannett Park, climb the 199 Steps for an elevated view, devour a bag of fish and chips along Whitby Sea Front, or take in the towns culture by discovering the remains of Whitby Abbey. Box off your break by strolling along Robin Hood's Bay Beach, or visiting Robin Hood's Bay Museum, before heading to the Browns Robin Hood Bay for a delicious, sweet treat. Experience the best of the coast and the country at Riverbank View.
The charming village of Grosmont is situated in the stunning North Yorkshire Moors landscape at the confluence of the River Esk and Murk Esk. The region is distinguished for its winding roads, high hills, and picturesque vistas across valleys filled with patchwork fields and vast stretches of moorland. Grosmont, which is known for being the site of the North York Moors Steam Railway, is located in the "Heartbeat Country." Since 1973, the Railway has been maintained and administered by enthusiasts, and it now serves more than 300,000 travellers annually. A general store, post office, bookstore, art gallery, cafes, and a tavern can be found in the village.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with woodburning stove and balcony
Central heating.
Electric oven and hob, dishwasher, microwave, fridge, counter-top freezer.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove (Winter months only) included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
EV charging point.
Private balcony with furniture.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles, Murk Esk 0.2 miles.
Note: The parking space is quite tight; recommended to reverse into the private road to reach the parking space as there is nowhere to turn around
Nearby points of interest
- Whitby Beach
Reviews (12)
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Angela
The location was great - overlooking the river tumbling over rocks, and only yards from the stone bridge carrying the steam railway between Whitby and Pilkington, with Grosmont Station just two minutes' walk away. Riverbank View itself was spotlessly clean on our arrival. It was comfortable to be there, with everything easy to use (no lengthy instructions for anything we wanted to use!). For those of us who like to prepare the occasional meal, it was welcome to see we were trusted with sharp knives, a rarity in our holiday accommodation experience. We've stayed at several holiday cottages - this was among the best.
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Pamela
It was such a shame that - We carefully follows instructions for radiators but couldnât get any radiators working. The bathroom door would not fasten and even when the door was pushed it swung open, which was very inconvenient. We both tried to get shower to work but we could not. It was stuck. So we had no shower. So these problems were very inconvenient during our stay.
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Lisa
The cottage is equipped with pretty much everything you could need for a cosy stay and the lovely river view was the icing on the cake. The village is lovely and we enjoyed waving to the passengers on the steam train as it went past. We did the steam train journey ourselves which was pleasant but hugely expensive (£58 for 4 of us to go to the next stop, 3 miles away!). We had a pleasant stop in the coffee shop at 'Hogsmeade Station'. We visited Whitby and Scarborough (which I wouldn't return to) but we loved Filey and Robin Hood Bay, which were both very nice. We recommend the Witching Post Inn in Egton, a couple of miles away for a really lovely meal and great hospitality. The only negative is that none of us found the beds comfy at all as they were very hard so I don't think 3 out of the 4 of us had a decents nights sleep - however, that's a personal thing and you might not have the same issue as us! Very quiet, well-equipped and a good base to explore the local area (and the EV charger was an excellent bonus).