Host & Stay | Candyfloss Cottage

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A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a bookshelf.
A staircase with a blue wall, a framed picture, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, toaster, kettle, and oven.
A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa, a wicker chair, and a kitchen area with a fish-themed backsplash.
A bedroom with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Highlights

  • Top-rated for value
    Guests love how much they get for what they pay.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Whitby Harbour

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Garden
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Whitby, England
  • Place, Whitby Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Pavilion
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Harbour
    ‪7 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Garden

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About the area

Whitby

Located in Whitby, this holiday home is by the sea. Whitby Harbour and Whitby Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Whitby Leisure Centre and Museum of Victorian Science. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Whitby, England

What's nearby

  • Whalebone Arch - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Whitby Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Whitby Pavilion - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Whitby Abbey - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Whitby Harbour - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Whitby Station - 6 min walk
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Magpie Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Fat Badger - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Fisherman's Wife - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mr Cooper's Coffee House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Abbey Wharf - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Host & Stay | Candyfloss Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Host & Stay | Candyfloss Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Host & Stay | Candyfloss Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Host & Stay | Candyfloss Cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Whitby Beach and Whitby Harbour. Bram Stoker Memorial Seat and Whalebone Arch are also within 5 minutes. Whitby Station is 6 minutes by foot.

Reviews

6.0
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6.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

4.0/10

Communication

6.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Okay for the price

Location was hard to find, had to ask someone in a local shop. It is not accessible and up cobbled steps. We had two dogs and a 6 month old in a pram so that was difficult to navigate. The yard space was okay to let the dogs out and there is a gate but it was always being left open by others so if you have dogs who like to run off, this is not good. The property itself - it did the job. It was somewhere to sleep however not somewhere I think would be comfortable to stay in all day or for long-term as it is cramped. The fridge wasn’t clean and there was a lot of cobwebs throughout the property. You can see downstairs in between the floorboards on the middle floor which made me feel uneasy. Bathroom was good although again could have been cleaned to a better standard. The bedroom on the top floor does not have a door so bear that in mind. I would not be comfortable in this property with small children who can walk as the staircases aren’t very safe - carpet coming up on the actual stairs, wallpaper coming off the wall, winding, creaky staircase. The worst thing about this property is the constant and overwhelming smell of fish and chips. You wake up to the smell of battered fish, and go to bed smelling it. Even with the windows and window vents closed. This was a real issue for me as I have an extremely sensitive nose and made me vomit throughout my stay. I’m unsure how the owners could resolve this issue however. Overall, not bad for the price but I wouldn’t stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your thorough feedback. We’re sorry to hear that several aspects of your stay did not meet your expectations. We truly appreciate your comments about the location, accessibility, and the yard, especially in relation to your young child and dogs — these are important considerations for us to address. We apologize for the cleanliness issues you encountered, including the fridge, cobwebs, and bathroom standards, and will be reviewing our cleaning procedures with the team to ensure better upkeep. We also take your concerns about the property’s layout and safety seriously, especially regarding the staircases and the bedroom without a door, and will look into ways to improve guest comfort and safety. Regarding the strong smell you described, we are very sorry this caused you discomfort. We will investigate the source and consider potential solutions to prevent this issue in the future. Your feedback is invaluable to us as it highlights areas where we can improve, and we hope you will consider giving us another chance to provide a better experience in the future.
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