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Two double bedroom flat with fantastic roof terrace overlooking Swing Brid

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View from the swing bridge
View from across the harbour
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Man on roof!
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Whitby, ENG
  • Place, Whitby Abbey
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Harbour
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Two double bedroom flat with fantastic roof terrace overlooking Swing Brid

From the roof terrace look down on the crowds and venture out for an evening stroll along Church Street to the famous Abbey steps, or down to Tate Sands, below the Abbey, where Dracula's ship was wrecked. When the bell rings go out with a drink to watch the bridge opening and the yachts going out to sea and the fisherman returning with their catch in the evening. If there's a better spot in Whitby to watch the world go by I've yet to find it and I've been visiting for over 50 years!
A light spacious flat with art work on the walls and a cosy dining/ living room. Sorry but not suitable for dogs, and as there are two flights of stairs into the flat unfortunately unsuitable for those with mobility problems. Young children will need supervision on the roof terrace. PLEASE NOTE AFTER TWO FIRES ON THE DECKING NO BBQ'S ARE PERMITTED !
You can see the view of the Swing Bridge from the roof terrace here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pRlFAtUiooA

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Whitby

Located in Whitby, this apartment is on the beach. While the natural beauty of North York Moors National Park and Whitby Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Whitby Harbour. Museum of Victorian Science and The Moors National Park Centre are also worth visiting. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Whitby, ENG

What's nearby

  • Whitby Abbey - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Whitby Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Whalebone Arch - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Whitby Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Whitby Pavilion - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Whitby Station - 4 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Angel Hotel (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Abbey Wharf - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Plough Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Esk Vaults - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Horse Inn - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Two double bedroom flat with fantastic roof terrace overlooking Swing Brid pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Two double bedroom flat with fantastic roof terrace overlooking Swing Brid?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Two double bedroom flat with fantastic roof terrace overlooking Swing Brid?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Two double bedroom flat with fantastic roof terrace overlooking Swing Brid located?

Nestled on the beach, this Whitby apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Captain Cook Memorial Museum, Whitby Harbour and Whitby Beach. Pannett Park and St Mary's Church are also within 10 minutes. Whitby Station is only a 4-minute walk.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

3.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 150 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have been booking this property for the last five year's, it's in a great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacki B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic apartment, great location, amazing terrace, clean and had everything you would need for a holiday. Can't find any negatives! We've stayed here on a few occasions and will be booking again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The flat was absolutely brilliant, the area it’s in was brilliant for our stay, unloading the car was easy the rooms where bright and very clean and it had everything you could possible need for a short stay.The stairs going up to the flat are quite brutal ( I’ve got a bad knee ) but it was outweighed by the veranda over looking the estuary.Will definitely be staying again and cannot recommend enough Mr Barrett
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

john d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quirky and perfect

The view goes without saying , quirky and everything i hoped and expected 👍 slept in the attic = great bed and pillows . Would stay again for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

arthur h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location, well equipped, great balcony,

Comfortable clean perfect location for exploring the delights of Whitby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little gem

We have stayed at this apartment three times now and we wouldn't think of staying anywhere else now,its in the heart of everything,cannot wait till next time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwyneth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful wonderful Whitby ❤️

This property is wonderful, plenty of room and charm, right in the heart of Whitby, we were blessed with wonderful weather, and the terrace was amazing watching the boats come and go, we loved it and if ever in Whitby again would definitely choose to stay here, thank you John we will definitely be letting family and friends no about your beautiful apartment xx
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theodore G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Little place

Great place in the heart of Whitby. Terrace offers an amazing view of the town and harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Valentines

Having stopped at the swing bridge lookout before it seemed to be the perfect place for our valentines getaway. We had an amazing few days, we will definitely be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our Whitby break

Excellent location, cosy & comfortable. lots of local eateries on the doorstep & everything within walking distance, including the 199 steps up to the Abbey. Beautiful harbour & coastal views.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhian E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved Whitby.

Great apartment in a location close to the town. Roof terrace was a bonus!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philip W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent apartment in prime location

The apartment has good facilities and is in the best location with a rooftop terrace overlooking the swing bridge and estuary giving views of the whole of the harbour and waterfront areas. Looking forward to arranging another stay next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

30th wedding anniversary

My wife and I rented this property for a few days to celebrate our anniversary. The flat is lovely, well equipped and is situated perfectly, the roof terrace is amazing, a lovely place to have breakfast or see in the new day like we did, can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

David B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely base to explore Whitby

Perfect location, comfortable beds and furniture. Should make it clearer that no BBQs allowed on terrace before booking, or remove the pic of someone bbq'ing from images to avoid any misconceptions
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Malcolm M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whitby

Central location. Great views. Slight issue with finding a parking space.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacki B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow

Absolutely fantastic!!! Lovely apartment, amazing location and a brilliant balcony with outstanding views! Will definitely return. Thank you for a wonderful break!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gemma H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

On a sunny day, there isn’t a better place than the roof terrace to watch the world go by! A great location to explore the beauty of Whitby. Quirky apartment with everything you need 😊 (apart from towels… you need to take your own and I missed that in the booking confirmation!)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Meet up with friends

We went to Whitby to meet some friends. Having stopped in this wonderful flat before it was the obvious place to stay this time. Two of our sons joined us and wished they’d been before and asked when we can come back. They also decided our stay should be much longer. It truly is a wonderful place and we all can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whitby weekend

Property in excellent central location. Roof terrace was amazing, a real bonus. Everything very comfortable although front door & steps very pigeonified!!! But generally a great location, loved the views from the upstairs bedroom !!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location with amazing views

Really quirky property with a lovely homely feel and all the amenities you need. The owner was uber responsive and helpful. The seagulls were a tad menacing on account of having a fledgling living on the roof terrace but we got along fine
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whitby trip

Stayed for 3 nights in May. Managed to park for free on arrival,bonus! Felt a little uncomfortable in the small entrance alley,it seemed quite dirty.The stairs up to the apartment door were cracked and the light was on a sensor which didnt come on until i was on the second step. After unlocking the apartment door the stairs leading up were a disappointing first impression, they were covered with a plastic protector which was dirty and torn.Once in the apartment it was comfy and well equipped if a little tired in places. Carpet needed a clean and some painting was needed. Beds were clean with nice linen. Roof terrace was impressive view wise.There was an upturned table and a storage box with no front on which was littered with a broken chair and various broken and mouldy bits of fishing equipment which spoiled the area. I didnt use the kitchen but it seemed really well equipped. There was a mix up with my booking,the property was double booked. John rang and because i was quite flexible with dates i was able to go later than planned. The stairs andand
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I think it is insulting to present the place as a two bedroom flat and in one put a futon bed instead of a proper size bed. I had to sleep in one of the bunk beds.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

gordon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

excellent location

this property is located in centre of town easy access to both sides of town not to far from train station might be a problem for those with a car as there is no parking at place view of harbour is fantastic . only thing is take towels with you as they are not provided
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, location, location

This rental is all about location. It is in the heart of the town with a great roof terrace overlooking the town and estuary. Be aware there are 34 steps to the apartment (another 14 to the master bedroom) a bit onerous when unloading but worth it when you get there! However, parking is a nightmare!! It took 1 3/4 hours to find a space on arrival and we never did find a space in the ‘free’ road side parking. Hence we had to feed the meter every morning £9 a day! That was outside school holidays.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

You have got to stay here - little gem of a place!

John's apartment Swingbridge Lookout is an absolute must for a stay in the beautiful Whitby! Superb location enabling you to explore what Whitby has to offer and a chance to be immersed in this wonderful character of this bustling seaside town. The apartment itself is fantastic, super spacious, full of character, homely and very well equipped for those that enjoy the self catering style of break. I thoroughly enjoyed the various artwork and quirky Dracula ornaments positioned around the place! The roof terrace is most definitely the jewel in the crown for this place! Easily accessible from the living room area and a wonderful place to enjoy a morning cuppa or evening glass of wine watching the comings and goings over the Swingbridge and beyond. You really do get a 'bird's eye view' from here and can even see the steam trains pulling in and out of the station. I'd also like to point out how comfortable the beds are here and that is normally a problem for me in most places that we stay in. There was nothing nicer that waking up and popping your head through one of the skylight windows to see what the weather was doing or to see the lovely St Mary's Church up at the Abbey headland. I can assure you that you will not want to leave this fab place and can't recommend a stay here highly enough :-)
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by J W Rogers

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We are a family of 4 and the flat is our special retreat. We love returning to Whitby on the North Yorkshire coast.
We hope you will find our property like a 'home from home', with lots of books and dvds!

Why they chose this property

I've been coming to Whitby for over 50 years and always wanted a bolthole here, so when we saw that this flat with possibly the best location and view in Whitby was for sale we knew we had to have it!

What makes this property unique

Best fish and chips in the world at the Magpie café according to Rick Stein - and us!
Crabbing! The seaside!
The steam train ride over the moors!
Whitby's charm both old and new - the shops, the abbey, the museum, Dracula! Whitby has it all!

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