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$266 / night
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Folly Cottage Whitby – Home 5437822 Cottage

  • 1 bedroom
  • 2 sleeps
  •  min stay varies

Folly Cottage Whitby – Home 5437822

  • Cottage
  • 1 bedroom
  • sleeps 2
  •  min stay varies

Key Info

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Not suitable for children
  • Car not necessary
  • Pet Friendly

Description from owner

Description

A Stunning cottage with a balcony over the harbour in the old town at Whitby. This recently refurbished cottage has stunning views over the harbour from every room. The kitchen is a modern stainless kitchen is well equipped with large fridge freezer, oven/hob, coffee machine and a washing machine. The living room has 2 comy armchairs and a dining table placed to take full advantage of the great views. Up the spiral stairs to the double bedroom with a bath in the bedroom and a showroom leading off the bedroom with a large shower, wc and wash basin. Bedding and towels are provided. Wifi is available.

The cottage is available all year for short breaks and longer stays.

pets are accepted for a small fee

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
  • 1 Attached (ensuite)

Amenities

  • Wireless Internet
  • Waterfront
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Sea view
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Washing machine
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Access

  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Getting around

Whitby is a small town, everything necessary is within walking distance. There are buses constantly running to get you around whitby and the surrounding areas.

Interaction with guest

I am available by phone if needed.

Policies

Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 09:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

Damage deposit: ($125.47) £100.00
Smoking
No smoking at this property

Cancellations

Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.

8 weeks before

25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

4 weeks before

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

Check-in date

* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support

House rules

Guests must request for more than 1 pet.

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About the owner

Deb F.
Average reply time:
1 hour 3 minutes
Response rate:
100%
Calendar last updated:
05 May 2024
Years listed:
10
Based in:
United Kingdom
Overall rating:

Languages spoken: English

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Reviews

Very Good
9 reviews

Excellent
7
Very Good
1
Average
1
Poor
0
Terrible
0

“The folly Whitby”

Reviewed 12 Sep 2021

We was so disappointed with the cottage. Do not book it if you are disabled like we are impossible stairs for us. Chairs in the living room uncomfortable. Too much tat on tables . NO microwave. Sorry… More

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“Good but could do better”

Reviewed 12 May 2021

This is a great cottage in a great location let down by lack of attention. For example, great view of the harbour marred by filthy windows. The cottage is comfortable and clean where areas get used. T… More

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“Wonderful!!”

Reviewed 11 Nov 2020

We stayed for 3 nights. The house is beautiful both in it’s interior and also it’s position. The balcony was our favourite bit. We ate on it for all our meals(weather was great) and we nev… More

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“Fabulous”

Reviewed 3 Jan 2019

Absolutely the best place we have stayed in years, the location you just can’t beat. Beautiful decorations and a effortless style. Can’t recommend enough.

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“40th Birthday”

Reviewed 18 Jul 2018

Amazing olde, fisherman’s cottage. Beautifully decorated, balcony over the harbour, amazing view. I wanted to live there permanently.

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Response from the owner Thanks for the review, I hope you enjoyed your birthday. Deb

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“Wonderful location.”

Reviewed 1 Jun 2018

Found this gem online and stayed for five nights and it was excellent, it is well layed out having a galley kitchen, a lovely lounge with a balcony over the harbour, a good size bedroom on the first f… More

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“Stunning”

Reviewed 27 May 2017

Absolutely stunning cottage overlooking the harbour with balcony. We stayed for the weekend and didn't want to leave. So many gorgeous things to look at in The Folly! We were left a bottle of pro… More

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“Very Close To The Sea!!!”

Reviewed 1 Apr 2017

The balcony overhangs the harbour and there are sea views from every room. Undoubtedly one of the best locations in Whitby this charming quirky cottage is very well equipped and spotlessly clean. Not … More

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“romantic retreat”

Reviewed 5 Jul 2016

We had been looking forward to this holiday and we were not disappointed, We love Whitby anyway, its so pretty. The Folly is a hidden gem, seconds away from the hustle and bustle. Beautifully decor… More

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with Deb (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.

What if I have questions before I book?

Send Deb (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

How do I contact Deb (the owner)?

Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Deb the owner's contact details or send them a message.

What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Deb (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then

Or send Deb (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

What is a booking request?

When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Deb (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.

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How do I know my booking is safe?

To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.

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How do I know what it will cost for my stay?

Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.

You can also request a quote from Deb (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.

How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

How do I pay for my vacation?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Deb (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.

Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

Why can't I call Deb (the owner) before booking?

You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.

If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.

How do I pay the balance of my booking?

You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I withdraw my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Deb (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I make changes to my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Deb (the owner) a message.

If Deb (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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