South Bay House, Scarborough, North Yorkshire - Sleeps 12

South Bay House is a charming Victorian townhouse located just above the famous South Bay beach and historic Spa in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. With six bedrooms, situated over three floors its calm and relaxing atmosphere is perfect for families and friends, this delightful home offers convenient roadside parking and a prime location for exploring the seaside and local attractions.

The property is set back behind a well-established, enclosed front garden that offers privacy from the road. Inside, a welcoming entrance hall opens onto two separate living rooms and a dining room with an original brick hearth, complete with a warming gas stove. The spacious open-plan dining room leads on to a bright kitchen, fully equipped for all your culinary needs.

Here, you can gather around the dining table and enjoy home-cooked meals, sharing stories of your seaside adventures. The tri-fold doors at the end of the kitchen open directly onto the enclosed courtyard garden, complete with a lawn and patio area with garden furniture, where you can dine alfresco or unwind with a good book and make the most of the refreshing coastal air.

Adjacent to the kitchen, you'll find an inviting light and airy front sitting room, with a Smart TV for your entertainment. Retreat to the snug, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere for quieter moments and board games. The room boasts an ornate fireplace and large bay windows which look onto the front garden and allow the sunlight to flood in.

For quieter moments and board games, retreat to the rear living room, with large windows overlooking the back garden, this bright and spacious room is also equipped with a Smart TV for your entertainment. Spread over three floors, this property boasts six beautifully presented bedrooms. On the first floor, you'll find three king-size bedrooms, one with a TV for your leisure.

Ascend to the second floor to discover a further king-size bedroom with a TV, along with two twin bedrooms, offering flexible sleeping arrangements for your group. For your convenience, the property features a sleek bathroom with a bath and walk-in shower, perfect for a relaxing soak after a day of exploration.

There's also a separate shower room with a walk-in shower, providing ample facilities for all guests. Situated next to the beautiful South Cliff Gardens, enjoy leisurely strolls from the house. Pause to savour the panoramic views before heading through the Italian and Rose Gardens, past the children’s adventure play area, putting green, and down to explore the sandy beach and rock pools below in front of the famous Scarborough Spa.

Continue a walk across the sandy beach, past the famous Spa Bridge, seafront cafes and traditional seaside entertainment to the harbour and lighthouse, then into the town, up to ancient the Scarborough castle, or round the headland to the North Bay. For tired legs, stop at the Clock Tower Cafe to enjoy some refreshments whilst taking in the breathtaking views of the South Bay, before stepping into the history-rich Scarborough Spa Cliff Lift to ascend back to the top, just a stone's throw from the house.

Whatever your tastes may be; days on the beach, seaside walks, historical adventures, seaside entertainment or just embracing the beautiful coastal views, you’ll find it all at your fingertips from South Bay House.

South Bay House, Scarborough - Property Amenities

Gas central heating. Oven, gas hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, coffee machine. 4 x Smart TVs, WiFi, selection of books and games. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Highchair and travel cot available. Roadside parking. Enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio and furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.2 miles, beach 0.3 miles.

About the Scarborough area

Popular since Victorian times, the vibrant seaside town of Scarborough retains many of its original fine buildings, parks and gardens, as well as its historic castle which overlooks the town. North Bay and South Bay provide two superb stretches of beautiful, golden sandy beaches, popular with families and small children.

There are a number of child friendly activities and many excellent visitor attractions for grown-ups too, including the Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough Spa and Scarborough Open Air Theatre for live music. Scarborough is a great location for outdoor activities, with golf courses, lovely coastal walks along the Cleveland Way, stunning cycle routes such as the old railway to Whitby, beautiful sailing and championship quality surfing.

Add to this all the usual seaside entertainment and bustling promenades located close to the beach and Scarborough is the destination with something for everyone. Ideally situated for touring the coastline and the moors, Scarborough is an ideal base for a fun-filled break.