Host & Stay | Caedmon House

Summary:
Caedmon House is a stunning holiday home located in the grounds of Whitby Abbey, with sea views, and recently refurbished to an exceptional standard. Named after the earliest known English poet who was born in Whitby, this charming property is packed with history, and boasts panoramic views of the town, harbour and coastline. Sleeping up to six guests, Caedmon Prospect is the perfect place for families and friends to enjoy a relaxing retreat on the coast.

The Space:
Recently refurbished to the highest standard, Caedmon House is a stunning property with style in abundance. Sleeping up to 6 guests across three spacious bedrooms, this gorgeous property has it all. Upon entering the house, you’ll be welcomed into a bright hallway.

LIVING ROOM
Head up the stairs to the living room and you’ll find a cosy space with a dark coloured feature wall and exposed beams. The perfect place to retreat to, relax on the corner sofa and turn on the flat screen TV to keep up with your favourite shows.

KITCHEN AND DINING AREA
Take the steps up to the open plan kitchen and dining area. Beautifully styled, there is a light grey shaker style kitchen and a rustic wooden table with a matching bench and leather dining chairs. Fully equipped for all self-catering stays, you’ll have everything you could need for your visit.

BEDROOM AND BATHROOM
Also on this floor is an en-suite bedroom with a comfy king bed. The neutral colour scheme creates a luxury and tranquil look. The en-suite bathroom boasts a large walk in shower, WC and basin. Head upstairs to the second floor and you’ll find a further two bedrooms and the family bathroom. Both rooms have king beds with plush bedding and premium linens. Packed with character, they feature sloped ceilings and unrivalled views of the town below. The master bathroom has exposed beams, a sloped ceiling with a low window and grey brick style tiles. Soak in the freestanding bathtub, which has an overhead shower, with a good book. A vanity basin and WC completes the space.

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 private parking for up to two vehicles at the house.

The Neighborhood:
Caedmon House is located on the East Cliff near the incredible Whitby Abbey. To get to the property, you pass through the grounds of the beautiful Grade II listed Abbey House, which was originally a monastic building until it was granted to the Cholmley family in 1541. You’ll be amongst plenty of history. Whitby Abbey was originally a 7th-century monastery and it even went on to inspire Bram Stoker’s famous gothic novel ‘Dracula’. Below, the East side of town is full of narrow, medieval streets dotted with boutiques, pubs and fish restaurants. Head over the swing bridge which sits over the River Esk and you’ll find yourself on the West side of Whitby. Continue to Pier Road and you’ll find more cosy pubs and restaurants as well as fun arcades. Continue along the lively road until you reach the beautiful, blue flag West Cliff Beach which is lined with idyllic beach huts.

Getting Around:
The centre of Whitby is a short ten-minute walk from Caedmon House. Whitby train station half a mile away on foot 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

Other Things to Note:
Two well behaved dogs welcome.

Interaction with Guests:
We’re always available for our guests so please don’t hesitate to get in touch.