Title: This property is completely unique. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # This property is completely unique. ## Photo gallery for This property is completely unique. ![Interior - This property is completely unique. (Scarborough)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88830000/88822100/88822039/7926c605.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher - This property is completely unique. (Scarborough)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88830000/88822100/88822039/5579b648.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - This property is completely unique. (Scarborough)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88830000/88822100/88822039/7d73194a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace, books - This property is completely unique. (Scarborough)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88830000/88822100/88822039/4912160e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - This property is completely unique. (Scarborough)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88830000/88822100/88822039/91457782.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the heart of Scarborough's Old Town, The Anchor offers a captivating blend of history and modern comforts. This 1712 cottage features exposed beams, a woodburner, and original wooden ship-style walls; enjoy games in the second-floor games room or unwind in the enclosed courtyard with garden furniture. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### This property is completely unique. This property is completely unique! Dating back to 1712, The Anchor is a listed property nestled in the heart of the old town. This house embodies the very essence of Scarborough.. Ground Floor: Living/dining room: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer First Floor: Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet Second Floor: Games Room: Games Console, Games Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. . Enclosed courtyard with garden furniture. 1 small dog welcome. On road parking. No smoking or e-cigarettes.. Nestled below Scarborough Castle in the heart of the Old Town lies this charming 1712 cottage steeped in history and fantasy, a captivating blend of historical allure and modern comforts, peacefully located near key attractions and amenities. Once the holiday residence of the Bishop of York, The Anchor is also celebrated in a series of nine books, written by a former resident, as the home of the fictional character Agnes, a 300 year old very practical and friendly white witch, and her one eyed one eared cat, Marmaduke who time-travel through the ancient old town walls in the cellar, with stories of piracy and smuggling unfolding around them. Read all about their adventures on the bookshelves! The property has been completely renovated in 2023, retaining original features such as the exposed beams, wooden ship style walls and support beams reclaimed from old ships. Step inside to a warm, nostalgic sanctuary. The ground floor features a living room with a decorative fireplace adorned with nautical touches. The adjoining dining room leads to a modern shaker-style kitchen finished to a high specification with integrated units, beckoning you to create delicious meals using fresh, local ingredients. The first floor houses a bathroom and two bedrooms; a spacious twin room and a kingsize room offering stunning bay views. The second floor hosts another twin room with sea views and an en-suite shower room, accessible via the bedroom or the games room, complete with a games table, board games, and a massage chair with glimpses of the castle walls. Each room promises a restful sleep with luxury mattresses and pillows. Wake up to the soothing sound of seagulls, heralding another day of seaside bliss. The enclosed courtyard at the back offers outdoor seating creating a private patio for relaxation. The Anchor is more than a destination; it’s a special experience, perfect for romantic getaways, family retreats, or solo adventures. This coastal haven promises a unique escape. From The Anchor, a 4-minute stroll down the hill leads to the South Bay beach. Within easy walking distance are restaurants, wine bars, pubs and shops, as well as the castle and North Bay beyond. The route along the cliff top is part of the Cleveland Way walk ending in Filey. Scarborough boasts two very famous theatres: The Stephen Joseph Theatre, which is home to most of Alan Ayckbourn’s premiéres, and the open-air theatre, one of the largest open-air theatres in Europe. The Anchor is a great base to visit the East Coast, with Robin Hood’s Bay and Whitby to the north, and Filey and Flamborough Head to the south. The RSPB bird sanctuary at Bempton Cliffs is a short drive away where in nesting season you can watch the puffins perched on the cliffs. York, an hour’s drive or a direct train ride from Scarborough, is a must-visit medieval city with its rich history, museums, and beautiful minster. Conveniently, the nearby Scarborough Market Hall is just a 5-minute walk away. Free WiFi Small dog/s only allowed. No smoking or e-cigarettes (vaping) Suitable for up to 1 pet ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Fishing ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/31000000/30998300/30998242/0413ee62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastwatch Cottage Scarborough - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as su-UK41601-UK41601 ## About the area Scarborough is home to this cottage. Scarborough Pleasure Steamers and Scarborough Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore North York Moors National Park and Flixton Wildlife Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Scarborough Cricket Club or Oliver's Mount Racing. [Visit our Scarborough travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Scarborough.dx5680) [View more Cottages in Scarborough](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Scarborough-Cottages.d5680-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.28496%2C-0.39129&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=PExIhxXMn8M1SNtE19OepBZlyyg=) Scarborough ### What's nearby - ![South Bay Beach featuring a coastal town and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6173396/f162583b-3454-466b-b580-b332cc883ebc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) South Bay Beach 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Scarborough Castle featuring château or palace, heritage elements and building ruins](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079251/9d9be68f-502d-4666-bb4e-65264ae36010.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Scarborough Castle 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![North Bay Beach featuring a coastal town and a beach as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6173391/0df20087-38c7-4c25-ac0c-032b8f423253.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) North Bay Beach 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Peasholm Park showing a river or creek, water sports and flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6173398/6da0f5c5-f983-4132-ae36-0811db50510e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Peasholm Park 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - ![Scarborough Spa which includes general coastal views, music and theatre scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6173402/f49da434-93ed-4aee-8fb9-8a6814dfa073.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Scarborough Spa 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles ### Getting around - Scarborough Station 14 min walk ### Restaurants - Lookout on the Pier 4 min walk - The King Richard III 3 min walk - Winking Willy’s Famous Fish & Chip Shop 2 min walk - The Lancaster 3 min walk - The Anchor Fish & Chips 3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is This property is completely unique. pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at This property is completely unique.? ### What time is check-out at This property is completely unique.? ### Where is This property is completely unique. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## This property is completely unique. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard Carter 8 Sept 2025 #### Absolutely fantastic. Absolutely fantastic. Authentic historical property. Extremely comfortable, warm, quiet, everything provided to make it a fabulous holiday. Superb location only 5 mins from Scarborough front. A wonderful choice for families with 4 bedrooms sleeping 8 and a games room to keep the older kids occupied. I cannot recommend enough. You will not be disappointed ##### Richard Carter This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pamela Matthews 1 Jan 2026 #### We thought the Anchor was spacious and cmfortable. We thought the Anchor was spacious and cmfortable. Really enjoyed our stay. Would have liked a few instructions on working some of the very modern kitchen appliances, but we cracked by the time we left. Would be nice to come back. ##### Pamela Matthews ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Crafted at Powdermills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Battle-Hotels-Powdermills-Country-House-Hotel.h195688.Hotel-Information) > > [Chimney House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sandbach-Hotels-Chimney-House-Hotel.h527768.Hotel-Information) > > [Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ipswich-Hotels-Mermaid.h31883430.Hotel-Information) > > [Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worksop-Hotels-Lock-Keeper.h27479298.Hotel-Information) > > [The Stables Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-The-Stables-Whitby.h23322490.Hotel-Information) > > [Samsara Retreat and Yoga - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maidstone-Hotels-Samsara-Retreat-And-Yoga.h41349775.Hotel-Information) > > [Cromer Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cromer-Hotels-Cromer-Country-Club.h1927781.Hotel-Information) > > [The Skipton Hotel - Formerly Hotel Rendezvous](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skipton-Hotels-Hotel-Rendezvous.h41466.Hotel-Information) > > [voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Haslemere-Hotels-Voco-Lythe-Hill-Hotel-Spa.h517258.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Canterbury](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Canterbury-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Canterbury.h66541221.Hotel-Information) > > [Wild Rose Caravan Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Appleby-In-Westmorland-Hotels-Wild-Rose-Caravan-Park.h24459296.Hotel-Information) > > [Skegness The Royal Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skegness-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel-Skegness.h23931999.Hotel-Information) > > [Soar Mill Cove Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Soar-Mill-Cove-Hotel.h2042032.Hotel-Information) > > [Seven Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Southend-On-Sea-Hotels-Seven-Hotel.h19282555.Hotel-Information) > > [Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Milton-Hotels-Chewton-Glen-Hotel-Spa.h528432.Hotel-Information) > > [OYO Shanklin Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shanklin-Hotels-OYO-Shanklin-Beach-Hotel.h7539838.Hotel-Information) > > [Bear Lodge - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Bear-Lodge-Aspinall-Foundation.h40101484.Hotel-Information) > > [Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Pinewood-Apinall-Foundation.h40101599.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandman Signature Sheffield Quays Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sheffield-Hotels-The-Quays-Hotel-Sheffield.h46197620.Hotel-Information) > > [The Swan Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wells-Hotels-The-Swan-Hotel.h26791.Hotel-Information) > > [The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Clacton-On-Sea-Hotels-Smugglers-Cove-By-Marstons-Inns.h35853904.Hotel-Information) > > [Yeoldon House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bideford-Hotels-Yeoldon-House.h2764122.Hotel-Information) > > [Brock Cottage private Hot Tub DOG/Cat FRIENDLY\* with on site fishing](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pickering-Hotels-Spacious-Stone-Cottage-DOG-FRIENDLY.h36805890.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton London Elstree](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Borehamwood-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-London-Elstree.h18549.Hotel-Information) > > [Exeter Rougemont hotel by Sunday](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exeter-Hotels-Exeter-Rougemont-Hotel-By-Sunday.h7784.Hotel-Information) > > [Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burnley-Hotels-Crowwood-Hotel-Spa-Resort.h38222710.Hotel-Information) > > [voco Leicester by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Hotels-Voco-Leicester.h76596043.Hotel-Information) > > [Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Broadstairs-Hotels-Canterbury-Bell.h33103125.Hotel-Information) > > [Wild Thyme & Honey](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-Wild-Thyme-Honey.h9241983.Hotel-Information) ---