convenience of location

The sofas were tired and worn looking. The bed was uncomfortable and the duvet very thin. the pillows and bedding could do with updating. The tea towel & oven gloves provided were very worn. The information provided about the accommodation stated games were in the drawers of the coffee table. there was no coffee table and one pack of playing cards. Reference was made to the First Aid box being near the kitchen noticeboard. there was no notice board and no First Aid box. I’ve never been required to strip the bed of where I have stayed and felt that should be the responsibility of the person cleaning the accommodation.

The cottage apartment is just perfect for a couple. It was cosy and clean, and we felt we had plenty of space (lots of storage in the bedroom and the layout is great). The location is fantastic, right in the heart of Staithes. It also had things like a dishwasher and microwave, so we didn't find ourselves needing anything. We had an absolutely perfect break and would come back in a heartbeat. Some people may be turned off about the lack of wifi, and I got no mobile reception at all in the cottage, but we found this made us ignore our phones entirely, which made the holiday even better.

It’s very clean, perfect size for a couple.

Not a lot!

All in all excellent, very comfortable, pretty and lovely location.

1)Sadly the cottage stank of damp. This is clearly a long term maintenance problem that hadn't been addressed. We discovered on our 2nd morning the shower tray was split and water ran through onto the floor below. These conditions significantly influenced our opinion of the premises. We contacted the caretaker about it. 2) I was disappointed not to receive a welcome tray as we have in every other property we have visited. Tea, coffee, milk and sugar would have been most welcome especially as the shops are a long way off and hard to reach after a difficult journey.

location

TV was limited

Excellent location. Very well presented with modern facilities and very clean and comfortable. A great retreat for coastal walks.

Confused about the location of the outside bins. TV signal dipped in and out at times. We were aware there would be no WiFi but given the TV signal and no mobile phone service, WiFi would have been very welcome. That said, it didn't spoil our stay.

Grimes Nook was lovely. Very comfortable and clean with all the basic stuff you need for a relaxing weekend away. The bed was sooo comfy!! The location was great. In the village centre but off the beaten track (although it is on the stairway to the large car park, so we felt like we knew a few people quite well by the time they had passed several times with their holiday packing!) There was no signal or wifi in the cottage, which suits me fine. I read. And we had downloaded some films on the tablet. There is a pile of dvds in the living room, and books in the bedroom. You get a bit of a signal out the front if you really want to contact anyone. We didn't venture out to the restaurants/pubs. The Royal George only accepted cash, and the Cod and Lobster wasn't taking bookings as it was the summer. We did get a takeaway pizza from Cobbles. And had coffee and cake. Both of which i would go back to. Mandy was spot on with communication as soon as i had made the booking and everything was explained exactly. Will definitely be back. Totally switched off from the outside world which was well required after this year!

These are really niggley nit pickings which i think for the price could be considered but certainly are not enough to put me going back: The family that were in Grimes Cottage above were quite noisy (not on purpose,i just think the upstairs floor isn't carpeted so all footsteps are heard!). They had a dog, which I'm sure was on roller skates and was chasing a baby dinosaur which could be heard throughout the night/mornings. I had taken ear plugs so it didn't bother me too much. Another toilet roll would have been appreciated for a three night stay, as would an extra bin bag, but i think we have said that before about stays away (to pack and extra roll and bin bag) .....seemingly i use too much loo roll anyway, so it was a good test for me. We eeked the roll out for the weekend, but i was glad to get home and luxuriate in ample paper! All in all, my own gripes and have already put an extra loo roll in my case for my next weekend away.

Lovely cosy cottage, beautifully presented. Friendly agent/caretaker. Picturesque and vibrant village.

comfortable bed and good shower

Soft bed!

Perfect location

Just needs a nest of tables in the lounge as nowhere to rest your wine glass

Location

Shower bed uncomfortable cheap cutlery no internet

The lounge was comfortable with adequate heating and large sofas Close to coast A great fish and chip shop Nice pub food at Cod and Lobster Easy access to Cleveland Way walking Some nice coffee shops in neighbouring village

Cramped kitchen space Leaking toilet handle Only clock without battery Leaking lounge window Old bed linen and towels No local parking or local drop off point for carrying luggage up steep alley

Nice central location

Would have liked the bed to have been a little firmer.