Esk Terrace, Whitby, YO21

The Property
Esk House, Whitby

A Substantial Victorian Townhouse with Impressive Views & Private Parking

Offers Over: £385000

Blending classic Victorian architecture with comfortable coastal living, this beautifully updated townhouse is an exceptional find.

While currently operating as a premium holiday let, the property was thoughtfully redesigned to serve as a generous, refined second home. Spanning four floors, it offers flexible living spaces, four double en-suite bedrooms, a ground-floor family bathroom, and some of the finest views over Whitby.

Property Highlights

Panoramic Views: River Esk, Marina and the historic Whitby Abbey.
Private Parking: Secure, off-street parking for 2 to 3 cars—a rare premium feature in central Whitby.

A Welcoming Layout: Perfectly configured as a relaxing second home or a spacious multi-generational family residence.

Garden: Walled cottage garden with sunny aspect.

Turnkey Condition: Meticulously updated to blend modern comforts with original period character.

Convenient Location: A quiet setting just a flat, 5-minute stroll into the town centre.
The Tour



Property Description
The Tour

Ground Floor: The Heart of the Home

Designed for family gatherings and coastal practicality, the ground floor features a generous, light-filled lounge and dining area complete with a cozy wood-burning stove.

The Kitchen: Modern and highly functional, centred around a large island that seats eight—ideal for casual family breakfasts or evening entertaining.

Practical Living: There is a dedicated utility and drying room at the rear. This leads to a secure, enclosed rear yard with an attached storage room. A spacious family bathroom (with bath) completes this floor.

Dining/sitting room: Features a period stone fire surround with log burner, bay window with garden view, practical polished wooden floor. Perfect as a second sitting room and for more formal dining.

First Floor: Space to Unwind

The first floor centres around the formal Victorian drawing room, offering an elevated space to relax and enjoy the views.

The Drawing room: Large picture and bay windows fill the room with natural light, framing views of the river and abbey. The room retains its Victorian character with original plaster mouldings, a marble fireplace, and a second wood-burner.

Bedroom 1: A double bedroom, adjacent to a newly updated, separate walk-in shower room and WC. It is cleverly configured to serve as a 1st floor WC without invading bedroom privacy.

Second & Third Floors: Rest & Retreat

Second Floor: Features two spacious double bedrooms, both with smartly integrated, modern en-suite shower rooms designed to maximise bedroom space.
Third Floor (Attic Level): A private, expansive fourth double bedroom suite featuring ample eaves storage and its own updated en-suite shower room.

Agent’s Note: Early viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the scale, quality of finish, and exceptional views this coastal home offers.




Outside
Outside & Lifestyle

The Front Garden: A well-maintained walled cottage garden with flower borders and a generous patio area, providing a quiet spot to dine alfresco or sunbathe most of the day due to its south easterly aspect.

The Rear Yard: A secure courtyard providing gated access to the rear of Esk House and additional secure store room.

Hot and cold water outlets facilitate easy cleaning for many coastal activity related needs.

The Parking: A standout feature for the area, offering dedicated private secured parking for 2 to 3 vehicles.

Location
The Location

Whitby is a historic market town known for its maritime heritage and dramatic coastline. A 5-minute walk from the front door brings you to local restaurants, traditional pubs, independent shops, the marina, and sandy beaches. Local amenities are excellent, including a leisure centre/gym/pool, golf course, theatre, cinema, and reliable transport links via the train and bus stations.

Property Description Disclaimer

This is a general description of the property only, and is not intended to constitute part of an offer or contract. It has been verified by the seller(s), unless marked as "draft". Purplebricks conducts some valuations online and some of our customers prepare their own property descriptions, so if you decide to proceed with a viewing or an offer, please note this information may have been provided solely by the vendor, and we may not have been able to visit the property to confirm it. If you require clarification on any point then please contact us, especially if you’re traveling some distance to view. All information should be checked by your solicitor prior to exchange of contracts.

Successful buyers will be required to complete anti-money laundering and proof of funds checks. The current non-refundable cost is £80 inc. VAT per offer. You’ll need to pay this to Purplebricks and complete all checks before we can issue a memorandum of sale. The cost includes obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required.