Title: Host & Stay | The Alby Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Host & Stay | The Alby Family-friendly holiday home in Whitby ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65710000/65705000/65704951/503284b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65710000/65705000/65704951/d80ed940.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65710000/65705000/65704951/dff68be8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65710000/65705000/65704951/30c022f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65710000/65705000/65704951/68a1b285.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Whitby, The Alby is a perfect base for exploring North Yorkshire's coastline. This modern three-storey house offers a fully equipped kitchen with breakfast bar, cosy open plan living and dining area with Sky TV, and four bedrooms sleeping up to ten guests. With parking for two cars on the private driveway and just a short walk to Whitby Harbour. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101292 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Host & Stay | The Alby Summary: The Alby is a well situated holiday home in the heart of Whitby. Sleeping up to ten guests across four bedrooms, this three-storey house makes the perfect family staycation or group getaway. With walking distance of everything Whitby has to offer, The Alby provides the perfect base for exploring the North Yorkshire coastline. The Space: If you’re looking for a self-catering stay, The Alby has a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances and cookware so you can easily prepare meals. Also sharing this space is a dining table where you can enjoy a morning coffee in peace or socialise with your party while food is prepared. The house also has a cosy living are next door to the kitchen. With two comfy sofas and a flat screen TV with Sky, this is the ideal place to retreat after a busy day. On the first floor, you’ll find two bedrooms and the family bathroom. The master bedroom boasts a king size bed and en suite, whilst the second bedroom features a double. The family bathroom has a freestanding bathtub with handheld shower, WC and vanity unit. Take the stairs up to the second floor and you’ll find a further two bedrooms. The ideal setup for families, one bedroom is a double and the final room sleeps four guests with two single beds and single bunk beds. Guest Access: Guests have access to the full apartment. The keys to the property are accessed via a secure key safe and full details will be provided shortly before your arrival date. There is parking for up to two cars on a private driveway at the property. The Neighborhood: The centre of Whitby, and Whitby Harbour are just a short walk away from The Alby, so it’s ideal if you want to experience what life is like living by the sea. The area is famous for the quality of its fish and chip restaurants, and there are plenty of places where you can sink your teeth into a fresh catch. When you fancy a drink, you’ll find a variety of bars as well as pubs and shops in the local area. Whitby is also famous for Bram Stoker’s gothic novel ‘Dracula’. You’ll find plenty of sites near the property with historic interest relating to the story. The main inspiration can be found at the renowned ruined Whitby Abbey. Step outside of Whitby and you’ll uncover a haven of woodland and moorland. In particular, Dalby Forest and Guisborough Forest, just a short drive away and they both have various beautiful walking and cycling routes to explore. Getting Around: The Alby is just a short walk to the town centre, Whitby harbour and the bus and train station. Villages and towns along the North Yorkshire coast can easily be reached via rail. There’s also a taxi rank in close proximity to the train station. There are plenty of bus routes throughout Whitby. Hop on the X4 and you can visit beautiful coastal villages like Sandsend, Runswick Bay and Staithes. The X93 travels along the coast to Scarborough. The 95 route features plenty of quaint villages, such as Grosmont and Lealholm. Interaction with Guests: We're always available for our guests so please don't hesitate to get in touch. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,292 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45740000/45731000/45730971/04211cea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Host & Stay | Osborne House Whitby - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=45730971&PinnedHotelID=45730971&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116170000/116162400/116162339/02c02a90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Host & Stay | Gray Street Whitby - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=116162339&PinnedHotelID=116162339&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99460000/99459800/99459739/15d90e7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Host & Stay | George House Whitby - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=99459739&PinnedHotelID=99459739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49260000/49250600/49250566/3495e96f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Host & Stay | Middle Farmhouse Whitby - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=49250566&PinnedHotelID=49250566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76620000/76617700/76617675/947c556f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Adventure House Whitby - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 32 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=76617675&PinnedHotelID=76617675&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27122800/27122708/7e1056fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Central, comfortable, spacious period house 8 + cot, 5 bed/3 bath, free parking Whitby - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 92 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=27122708&PinnedHotelID=27122708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119650000/119644900/119644859/ae2bfff3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Botany Bay House - Whitby. 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For this reason, we require all of our guests to transfer a... ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Free ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. 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 Parties and events are allowed on site Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 House The Alby Summary The The Alby in the Heart of Whitby Whitby The Alby in the Heart of Whitby Private vacation home The Alby in the Heart of Whitby Private vacation home Whitby 6018207aa550c4002fbe14e0 ## About the area ![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%7C54.48168%2C-0.61542&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LPHTGRwybjX2wbnihdj5ak0sE2o=) Whitby, England #### What's nearby - Whitby Harbour - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles - Whitby Abbey - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Whalebone Arch - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Whitby Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Whitby Pavilion - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles #### Getting around - Whitby Station - 7 min walk - Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 69 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Angel Hotel (Wetherspoon) - ‬7 min walk - ‪Trenchers - ‬7 min walk - ‪The Esk Vaults - ‬9 min walk - ‪The Plough Inn - ‬7 min walk - ‪Java - ‬9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Host & Stay | The Alby pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Host & Stay | The Alby? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Host & Stay | The Alby? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Host & Stay | The Alby located? > This family-friendly Whitby holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Whitby Harbour and Whitby Beach. Pannett Park and Whitby Museum are also within 15 minutes. Whitby Station is 7 minutes by foot and Ruswarp Station is 26 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Host & Stay | The Alby Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful 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 3 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet B. 31 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very good I was pleased with the house and location. The only negative is that outside was not clean enough to enable our children to play out and I hadn’t realised the height of steps etc. Front and back gardens need some work still to be the standard of inside. ##### Janet B. Stayed 3 nights in May 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Gil G. 6 Jul 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Whitby property Family break with grandchildren ##### Gil G. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Hannah F. 16 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely weekend Lovely stay and well situated property ##### Hannah F. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rowena H. 16 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely property and great location We stayed over Easter 2022, 3 generations, and loved it. The property feels so spacious, with lovely decor throughout and very clean. The kitchen & living space had enough room to cook, store and seat everyone and the garden was a treat when the sun shone. Overall a great property, walkable easily into the main town. ##### Rowena H. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire W. 20 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### September in Whitby Lovely property ‘upside down’ house over 3 levels lovely large kitchen dining / sitting room cozy - lots of little lovely touches - in walking distance of everything - parking for 2 cars but we managed to park other cars on street. Great time thank you! Even went swimming in the sea!! ##### Claire W. 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