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Riverside Cottage shown below - enjoy beautiful views down the River Esk..


 

Situated on a tidal section of the river you can watch the ebb and flow of the River Esk as the tides change twice a day

 

In season you can see seals swimming in the river



A calm, serene setting providing a perfect getaway for
families or just couples wanting a romantic time together

 

 Riverside Cottage sits right on the banks of the beautiful River Esk. This scenic location is on a tidal stretch of the Esk and the scene constantly changes along with the run of the tides twice each day. A stunning location for your holiday base. Ample free parking at Riverside Cottage



Terms & Conditions

  • By completing the cottage Booking Form or by e-mail or telephone booking agreement, you agree to be bound by the terms and conditions on this page.

  • In the interests of our guests and to better cater for guests with allergies and in order to maintain high standards, the cottage is strictly non-smoking and animals are not allowed. A charge of £50 will be made for extra cleaning if these conditions are not met.

  • This cottage has two sets of narrow stairs and as such is not ideal for wheelchairs, disabled people or those having physical difficulties. This is simply a caution for anyone considering booking the cottage as we have to consider your personal safety and the safety of others whilst on our premises.
  • For bookings more than £191 in Riverside Cottage, a non - refundable deposit of £100 per week booked is required.
  • For Short Breaks less than £190 a non-refundable £75 deposit per short break is required.
    (deposit is Payable within 3 working days of confirmation of booking or booking may be cancelled without notice).
  • The above deposit secures your holiday dates and will be deducted from the total amount owed.
  • All payments must be paid in full 8 weeks before the booked date, or immediately, if less than 8 weeks until your 'Booked date' otherwise your booking may be cancelled.
  • You are responsible for ensuring that we receive the final balance for your break when it is due as reminders are not sent out to you.
  • If you cancel your booking within the final 8 weeks you will be charged the full amount unless we are able to rebook the cottage for the same price - in this instance your full payment minus the deposit paid will be refunded to you. If the cottage is booked for a lesser price than that you originally paid you will be refunded the lesser price minus the deposit paid. Any payment due to you will only be paid after the full balance is received from the new 'bookees'.
  • In the unlikely event that we have to cancel your booking (unless you are in breach of any condition above) we will return all monies paid, back to you within seven days.
  • If within 14 days of you making a booking you would like to change your originally booked dates (unless this falls within 12 weeks of your originally booked date) we will try, but cannot promise, to accommodate your request. A fee of £40 is chargeable per booking date change. We will not make any refunds in this instance and your initial deposit minus the £40 fee will part-fund your new booking dates. Any booking change must be taken within one calendar year of your initial booking 'start date'.
  • For short notice bookings i.e 5 days or less before your arrival date - payment must be made via credit or debit card. This will incur a 3.9% surcharge.
  • At Christmas, New Year, Goth Weekends and certain other 'high risk' times an extra 'refundable' deposit is required. Pick here for details.
  • Guests will be admitted from 3pm on the day of arrival and must vacate the cottage by 10am on the day of Departure.
    A £10 payment can sometimes be made to allow you a 12 noon late departure although this cannot always be guaranteed..
  • Please ensure you have adequate insurance to cover you for cancellation or 'no show' due to bad weather or other eventaulities etc as we are not liable for this.
  • We reserve the right to levy an additional charge if the cottage is not vacated on time.
  • Awd Tuts Cottage sleeps up to 5 adults however Awd Tuts lounge and dining area arrangements are ideally better suited to 4 adults only.
  • Riverside Cottage sleeps up to 6 adults (except babies in cots where applicable)
  • The number of people staying in the cottage must NOT exceed the number above.
  • Cot bedding to be provided by guests - we DO NOT provide this.
  • A cottage booking form must be completed for each stay showing your genuine contact details. This needs sending to us by post.
  • All persons staying in the cottage must be listed on the 'Booking Form' for insurance purposes
  • No one but the persons named on the 'Booking Form' shall occupy the cottage. (We reserve the right to refuse admission if the condition above is not observed)
  • The owner reserves the right to enter the premises at any reasonable time for access and remedial work
  • Windows and doors must be kept securely closed and locked at all times when the property is not being occupied.

  • It is hereby agreed that the purpose of this letting is to confer on the 'guests' the right to occupy the house and premises for a holiday only during the term reserved and no other rights of occupation.
  • We do not allow sub-letting of the property under any circumstances. We reserve the right to terminate the rental forthwith and at any time if the action of sub-letting is discovered. The rental will be deemed to have been cancelled by the 'guest' and charges as set out in our terms will apply.

  • 'Guests' must comply with the instructions found in the cottage instruction manual pack in the accommodation for use of the appliances provided. T.V, washing machines, fridge/freezes, dishwashers, showers, microwaves, toasters, CD and DVD player cannot be guaranteed in the event of a breakdown during your stay but everything will be done to repair or replace the item as soon as possible.
  • All visitors are responsible for their own personal belongings during their stay.
  • The cottage must be left clean and tidy and in a very similar state to how you found it upon arrival. Any waste or rubbish etc that you have accrued during your stay to be disposed of correctly and not left in the cottage.
  • Reasonable care must be taken with regard to furniture, fixtures and fittings.
  • Whilst we try to ensure all cottage appliances and systems are working correctly - in the event of breakdown or fault we endeavour to rectify as soon as possible. We cannot be held responsible for events beyond our control eg external services.
  • Any damages, breakages or loss of any equipment are the legal responsibility of the holiday maker and as such will be chargeable.
  • We do not accept any responsibility for any loss, damage or injury that occurs from the use of our cottage or its contents.
  • By staying in the cottage you agree to take full responsibility for your own safety and well-being, and also for the safety and well being of all other persons in your party.
  • Any items left in the cottage after your departure, can, if you wish, be posted back to your home address. A £10-00 minimum fee will apply (payable by you, in advance) for post and packaging unless the cost is above £10-00 where we will request the higher amount from you. We will obtain proof of posting receipt and mail as soon as possible by 2nd class post. We cannot be held responsible for any left items that you leave behind.

  • Cottage Special Offers:
    We make various reduced rate offers and free night offers throughout the year. You are only eligable for these offers at the time of your initial booking. Any offer which coincides with your booked dates but not brought to our attention until a later date is not eligable and you will not be considered for any refund or free nights. All offers are singular and cannot be combined with other arrangements made separately with us. Offers are only applicable to bookings made solely via www.whitby-cottage.co.uk and not via any external advertising or other third party companies that we use for booking or advertising purposes.
  • The 'guests' shall indemnify the 'owners' against all actions, loss, damages and costs whatsoever, in consequence of any claim by any person arising out of any act or default on the part of the guest or any member of his / her party throughout the booking period.