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Host & Stay | Dunsley Chapel

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5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Whitby, England
  • West Cliff Beach
    18 min walk
  • Whitby Golf Club
    3 min drive
  • Whitby Beach
    11 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    66 min drive

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About the area

Whitby

With a stay at this vacation home in Whitby, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of West Cliff Beach and Whitby Golf Club. .This vacation home is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from North York Moors National Park and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Towbar Express Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Whalebone Arch - 6 min drive
  • Whitby Harbour - 6 min drive
  • Whitby Pavilion - 7 min drive
  • Whitby Abbey - 9 min drive
  • Whitby Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Sleights Station - 9 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bridge Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Magpie Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Little Angel Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Quayside - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Arch & Abbey - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Host & Stay | Dunsley Chapel

Summary:
A wonderfully converted former chapel school, Dunsley Chapel accommodates up to 10 guests across 5 bedrooms. Sitting proudly above the village green, this holiday home offers something extra special - with sea views, large enclosed garden areas, and the perfect terrace for dining al-fresco.

This exceptional building has been renovated to a 5* standard, allowing its character to flow through the property perfectly.

The Space:
Upon entering the chapel through its original doorway you are met with an expansive space, perfect for family gatherings and special occasion getaways.

The ground floor features a large open plan living, dining and kitchen area. The living room features three plush fabric sofas, a 65” flat screen, smart TV and two solid wood coffee tables. The large picture wall and faux plants bring a modern style to the chapel while the arched windows and overhead beams remind you of its characterful past.

The kitchen and dining area is the perfect spot for entertaining. The well thought out space allows guests to cook, eat and socialise in one place. The 10ft dining table is surrounded with one solid wooden bench and 6 mint green faux suede dining chairs.

The kitchen features a large range cooker, two refrigerators, a freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster, dishwasher and coffee machine. Whether you’re staying for two days or two weeks, you will have everything you need for that feeling of home.
Just off the kitchen you will find the downstairs WC and shower room.

The Chapel is home to five bedrooms. You will find one master suite and twin room on the ground floor. The master is joined with a full bathroom featuring a bath with an overhead shower, WC and basin. The Twin room has use of a shower room on the ground floor.

On the first floor, you have a king room with a French-chic style to it. The second bedroom is a bunk room, perfect for the smaller members of the party. The third and final bedroom on the first floor is built into the loft space of the chapel. With a stylish, luxurious style this bedroom is the perfect escape during your stay.

The third bathroom can also be found on the first floor. This modern bathroom suite features a bath with overhead shower, vanity unit with basin and WC.

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 available at the property for up to four vehicles depending on size, and there is also additional free parking nearby.

The Neighborhood:
The small hamlet of Dunsley is quiet and relaxed. It is perfectly located on the North Yorkshire coast - just a short 20-minute walk to Sandsend and less than 5-minutes into Whitby by car. Dunsley sits very close to the Cleveland Way so you can uncover a haven of woodland and moorland during your stay.

Sandsend sits at the end of almost 3 miles of sandy beach, west along the bay from Whitby. Watch the surfers bob in the distance as you stretch your legs along the shores. Soak up the sea air as you feel the sand beneath your toes.

Head into Whitby and explore everything the seaside town has to offer. Visit the infamous Whitby Abbey which went on to inspire Bram Stoker’s gothic novel ‘Dracula’. Try the local catch of the day in one of the many fish restaurants, enjoy a drink in a cosy pub and feel nostalgia in the arcades which line Pier Road. You can’t miss the beautiful Blue Flag West Cliff beach which is complete with colourful huts on the promenade.15

For a more vigorous expedition the beautiful North York Moors are on the doorstep, with a huge range of hikes and scrambles available, or visits to the little villages dotted across the wild landscape – Goathland is particularly well-known because of its use in the TV series Heartbeat – before returning to the haven of Dunsley.

Getting Around:
You can explore Dunsley and the surrounding small villages on foot and the coastal village of Sandsend is just a short 15-minute walk away.

Whitby train station is around 5-10 minutes away via car 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.

Other Things to Note:
We welcome 1 small, well behaved dog.

Interaction with Guests:
We’re always available for our guests so please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Stay North Yorkshire

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Free

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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Vrbo Property
Dunsley Chapel - A unique and stylish property, sleeps 10 Whitby

Host & Stay | Dunsley Chapel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rebecca N.

January short break
We loved the house and had a great few days away. We were happy with the location and the decor was nice. Our only complaints were the wifi only worked in 2 bedrooms and nowhere else in the house, meaning the TV also didn’t work. There were also some cleanliness issues; some Kitchenware was dirty, including a baking tray with old food in it (including a whole sausage!) and lots of plates/dishes etc with food caked onto them, a crate of beer left outside the back door and outside lights not working. We also found various items in drawers showing that they had not been cleaned out- a half empty packet of sanitary towels in one bedroom drawer and a half eaten chocolate orange in another!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property in a great location
This is a lovely property with great communal area and outdoor seating. Double rooms lovely and shared ones exactly as described. Great location for sea swimming, coastal path and North York moors.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Neil M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dursley Chapel
Idyllic location, the chapel was great, a superb place for the family. However a lack of basics, soap, washing liquid and shower get made the 3 mile trip to Whitby essential and the first thing we did. Plenty towels supplied and neatly on beds but only one dish towel. There was a random feeling about the crockery and cutlery. Plenty of it but all mixed and unclear how many of each. So a fantastic property and location. The setup could be more professional but I’d book it again for the same family group, they all loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Martin & Gemma H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property and quiet location
V goog
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug B.

Liked: Cleanliness
WONDERFUL IN EVERY WAY!
We cannot express how wonderful our stay here was! Beautiful property inside and out! It was so quaint, quiet, meticulously clean throughout, beautiful views, updated appliances, dinnerware, cooking implements and very spacious bedrooms and bathrooms! We felt right at home in Dunsley! Communication with the host was timely and so very kind! The location is superb and the views are breathtaking! We hope to be back for a longer stay in the future! Thank you so much for everything! The Butler Family
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Our second stay at dunsley Chapel, couldn't rate it enough it's like a home from home!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

John V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place to stay
We was all very impressed by the property, extremely good standards in the property, in pretty much had everything all modern, nicely decorated, everyone of us was well impressed with everything in and outside of the property The location was perfect for me nice quite little village but only 10mins drive from Whitby The only thing I would criticise on is the WiFi wasn't very good or easy to connect to but other than that we loved it and would imagine we will try return later in year 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Helen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dunsley Chapel
Absolutely gorgeous, great attention to detail, spotlessly clean and a great location. Highly recommend this beautiful property. It has everything you need and more.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020