Title: Host & Stay | The Scuttlebutt Townhouse Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=66908354&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Host & Stay | The Scuttlebutt Townhouse Holiday home with kitchen, near Whitby Harbour ## Photo gallery for Host & Stay | The Scuttlebutt Townhouse ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Host & Stay | The Scuttlebutt Townhouse (Whitby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66910000/66908400/66908354/edaf9f23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Host & Stay | The Scuttlebutt Townhouse (Whitby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66910000/66908400/66908354/6786b8ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, offices - Host & Stay | The Scuttlebutt Townhouse (Whitby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66910000/66908400/66908354/74d38db6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap - Host & Stay | The Scuttlebutt Townhouse (Whitby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66910000/66908400/66908354/c9a45d5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Host & Stay | The Scuttlebutt Townhouse (Whitby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66910000/66908400/66908354/801f2fa3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the heart of Whitby, The Scuttlebutt Townhouse offers a home from home experience for up to eight guests. Featuring a fully equipped kitchen, separate dining room and cosy living room, this tastefully decorated holiday home has ample space for families or groups of friends to relax together. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81076 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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 Scuttlebutt Townhouse Summary: The Scuttlebutt Townhouse is ideally located for exploring the wonderful seaside town of Whitby. This tastefully decorated holiday home sleeps up to eight guests across four bedrooms . The property has ample space for families or groups of friends looking to enjoy a break on the North Yorkshire coast. Featuring a cosy living room, separate dining room and fully equipped kitchen, The Scuttlebutt Townhouse is the perfect home from home. Guest Access: Guests have access to the full property. 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 one car on the private driveway to the front of the property. Further cars are able to park in local public car parks, charges may apply. The Neighborhood: Wander along Church Street and you’ll wind up at the East bank where you’ll find narrow medieval streets dotted with boutiques, pubs and fish restaurants. Climb the famous 199 steps up to the Church of Saint Mary. You can also discover the renowned ruined Whitby Abbey, which was the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s gothic novel ‘Dracula’. Walk over the swing bridge which sits over the River Esk and you’ll find yourself at the West side of town. It’s here you can discover cosy pubs, fun arcades and even more fish restaurants! Continue along the lively road until you reach the beautiful, blue flag West Cliff Beach which is lined with idyllic beach huts. Step outside of Whitby and you’ll uncover a haven of woodland and moorland. Whitby forms part of the North York Moors National Park so it’s the perfect place for long walks. Getting Around: The centre of Whitby is a short ten-minute walk from The Scuttlebutt Townhouse. Whitby train station is less than half a mile away so 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 ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### 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 - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - 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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 No 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property 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 House The Scuttlebutt Whitby The Scuttlebutt Townhouse Whitby 6065f2f28bf99d002d1b0e2d The Scuttlebutt Townhouse Private vacation home The Scuttlebutt Townhouse Private vacation home Whitby ## About the area Whitby is home to this holiday home. Captain Cook Memorial Museum and Whitby Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Whitby Abbey and Whalebone Arch. Museum of Victorian Science and The Moors National Park Centre are also worth visiting. [Visit our Whitby travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby.dx182692) [View more Holiday homes in Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Private-Holiday-Homes.d182692-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C54.47946%2C-0.61268&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mLewBFHmPy3Zyww4UOq6RXNOtaA=) Whitby, England ### What's nearby - ![Whitby Harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621556282415/d7f69035-126a-4892-8469-9995bf5ac0c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Whitby Harbour 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Pannett Park showing a park and flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621556282411/667ee1a5-40a9-4d84-a2b0-bd16d3696c22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pannett Park 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Whitby Abbey featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079267/9cbe7ec9-18bf-4272-87a4-45f5eb818f6e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Whitby Abbey 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![Whitby Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621556282413/e2af380c-1ff4-4f1f-b297-03f935a5186b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Whitby Beach 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - ![Whitby Pavilion](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621556282417/a2d4ae51-2fbd-4321-a22e-7ac71da83c88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Whitby Pavilion 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles ### Getting around - Whitby Station 17 min walk - Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) 68 min drive ### Restaurants - Trenchers 15 min walk - The Angel Hotel (Wetherspoon) 14 min walk - The Dolphin Hotel 8 min walk - The Waiting Room 13 min walk - Middle Earth Tavern 6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Host & Stay | The Scuttlebutt Townhouse pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Host & Stay | The Scuttlebutt Townhouse? ### What time is check-in at Host & Stay | The Scuttlebutt Townhouse? ### What time is check-out at Host & Stay | The Scuttlebutt Townhouse? ### Where is Host & Stay | The Scuttlebutt Townhouse located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Host & Stay | The Scuttlebutt Townhouse Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annette 17 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent property A property well appointed for a family stay. A pleasant 15 minute walk into Whitby centre. Cannot fault the property or where it is situated. ##### Annette Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Maria A., 20 south scarle lane north scarle Lincoln ln69er 15 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Nice location It was a lovely house to stay, but one of the en suites floor was quite badly lifting and was a hazard for anybody tripping on it, I did let the manager know and he said they could off rectified it, but that would of been no good as we were already there and starting our holiday and the floor would have to of been taken up, after saying this to the manager we heard nothing else from them which I think is not a very good way of running a business, he obviously didn’t have an answer and didn’t want to offer anything for the inconvenience. This should of been put right before anybody else was to rent the house. Maria ##### Maria A. 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