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Average Rating from 17 reviews: 5.00
Review Review No. 17 of 17
Sam K from Chelmsford
Our party:- Adults:
- Children:
- 2
- 2
7 Nights
August - 2011
- Relaxing
- Touring
- Beach / Sea
- Walking
- Shopping
- Entertainment
- Local Food
“Despite gloomy weather, we had a brilliant holiday and the kids already want to go back!”
Accommodation is exactly as described and pictured on the website. Lovely and clean, tidy and nicely presented.
In a quiet residential area, very peaceful. Nice enclosed garden for the children to play in.
About a 20 minute walk to the beach (with two small children), probably less without having to drag little ones behind you!
Plenty of off road parking
Modern, clean and very comfortable.
Perhaps a few books or toys for younger children would have been appreciated.
Local Gems:The kids loved Peasholm Park and the miniature railway in Scarborough, Scarborough Castle, NYMR Pickering to Whitby.
If it rains and you have small children, the boys enjoyed John Bulls’ Rock Factory outside Bridlington - tour of the factory, roll your own stick of rock.
The soft play area next door is excellent too.
Sam K - Chelmsford - August 2011
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Recommended on 28/08/2011
By Sam K from Chelmsford
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Review Review No. 16 of 17
Peter S from Bourne, Lincs
Our party:- Adults:
- Ages:
- 4
- 20 - 65
7 Nights
July - 2010
- Relaxing
- Touring
- Shopping
- Local Food
- Walking
- Beach / Sea
- Entertainment
“An extremely relaxing holiday”
A superb modernised bungalow in a quiet residential street.
A real home-from-home.
Lovely garden to relax in.
Everything you could want is provided.
Thank you, Theresa and John.
Very clean and comfortable
Well-equipped property in a quiet setting
Ryedale Folk Museum at Hutton Le Hole
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Recommended on 29/09/2010
By Peter S from Bourne, Lincs
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Review Review No. 15 of 17
Euan P from Fife
Our party:- Adults:
- Ages:
- Children:
- Ages:
- 2
- 38 & 39
- 2
- 5 & 6
7 Nights
July - 2010
- Relaxing
- Touring
- Beach / Sea
- Shopping
- Local Food
- Walking
- Entertainment
“Very good holiday, excellent accommodation”
Very good accommodation, matched description and pictures on website. High quality attention to detail both inside and out.
Welcome pack including tea, coffee, bottle of wine, and lots of useful information and maps (with tide times).
Spotlessly clean.
Nice quiet setting.
Easy walking distance into town and beach.
If you are planning a day at Filey beach, check the tide times. We went down armed with buckets & spades, only to find the tide was in!
Local Gems:Good kids’ play park nearby on Pasture Crescent.
The beach at Hunmanby Gap (a couple of miles south of Filey) is good.
Sewerby Hall (in Bridlington) is a good day out for adults & kids alike. You can take the land train from there along the coast into Bridlington.
We enjoyed Peasholm Park in Scarborough, and the mini railway from there along North Bay.
Excellent farm shop & cafe (Redcliffe Farm Shop) at Lebberston, just off the A185 north of Filey, behind the Plough Inn.
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Recommended on 16/07/2010
By Euan P from Fife
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Review Review No. 14 of 17
J.D from Birmingham
Our party:- Adults:
- Ages:
- Children:
- Ages:
- 3
- 40 - 73
- 2
- 1 & 2
7 Nights
June - 2010
- Relaxing
- Beach / Sea
- Walking
- Touring
- Shopping
- Entertainment
- Local Food
“Fantastic - thoroughly enjoyed it”
The accommodation was fantastic - very comfortable and everything was of good quality.
The DVD stopped working but was fixed almost straight away by the family.
The owners were very welcoming and took time to show us round their property.
Couldn’t have asked for anything more!
High specification - very clean and all our needs were catered for
Be Aware:Nothing - it was all there - and more!
Local Gems:We have two very small children so we went to the beach most days
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Recommended on 13/07/2010
By J.D from Birmingham
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Review Review No. 13 of 17
Roger H from Dunscroft
Our party:- Adults:
- Ages:
- 2
- 50 & 83
7 Nights
June - 2010
- Relaxing
- Walking
- Touring
- Beach / Sea
- Shopping
- Entertainment
- Local Food
“Very relaxing and enjoyable”
The accommodation is of a high standard, very well presented and well-equipped.
It is located on a quiet road, yet is only 10-15 minutes’ walk to the town, and just a little further to the beach.
It is ideally situated for exploring the Yorkshire Coast
Furnished to a high standard
Well-equipped
Very comfortable
Walkers Fish Restaurant, East Ayton, Scarborough
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Recommended on 06/06/2010
By Roger H from Dunscroft
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Review Review No. 12 of 17
Martin Y from Gainsborough
Our party:- Adults:
- Ages:
- Children:
- Ages:
- 3
- 20, 47 - 52
- 1
- 14
7 Nights
May - 2010
- Relaxing
- Walking
- Touring
- Beach / Sea
- Shopping
- Entertainment
- Local Food
“The best property ever rented in 20 years plus! Thanks! We will be back”
The advert really doesn’t do Merlin Cottage justice! - the location, standard of decoration and comfort all exceeded our expectations.... The garden, use of a BBQ, garden seating. And all wonderfully peaceful.
Beautiful property, well-equipped, in a lovely quiet location that is still within easy driving distance to visit Scarborough, Whitby etc.
Thoughtful touches such as tea, coffee, loo rolls mean you don’t have to immediately drive to a supermarket!
Lovely and restful property in quiet street you can just sit and relax. Very thoughtful and kind touches everywhere, instructions for oven, shower etc.
Beaches are all a short drive away although parking can be a problem. Filey - clean beaches, lots of clean loos nearby, clean, quiet and not commercialised.
Beautiful area for walking. There is a car park near the Children’s Park that has a short cut to the beach - downhill but accessible for prams or wheelchairs. GBP 2.50 for up to 4 hours. Not well signposted though!
Well-equipped, useful cleaning products provided and things such as cooking foil, condiments, loo rolls.
Location is excellent for visiting other areas.
The walk into town is a bit longer than we expected, though it is not a difficult walk.
Parking in the town and at the beach can be difficult.
We would have liked a mattress topper on the double bed as the bed is very firm.
Softer pillows (without the plastic covering as it made us too hot!) - would have made it perfect.
Directions to the supermarket would be handy
The Clock Cafe in Filey town nice for coffee and cake and not expensive.
Downcliffe House Hotel on the sea front does fab coffee and cakes - more expensive than The Clock, but it’s on the sea front and worth it!
Scarborough - great beaches and shops
Avoid Whitby! - so busy!
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Recommended on 08/06/2010
By Martin Y from Gainsborough
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Review Review No. 11 of 17
Kate M from Matlock
Our party:- Adults:
- Ages:
- Children:
- Ages:
- 2
- 32 & 40
- 1
- under 1
7 Nights
March - 2010
- Relaxing
- Beach / Sea
- Walking
- Touring
- Shopping
- Entertainment
- Local Food
“FANTASTIC!”
An excellent standard of accommodation on a quiet estate around 15 minutes’ walk to the sea front.
The owner was waiting to welcome us when we arrived.
The cottage is well furnished and finished to a high standard.
It made our first family holiday with our young son much easier with a highchair and travel cot provided.
Will recommend without hesitation and will return!!
Home-from-home with every need catered for including that of a young baby with the provision of highchair and a travel cot.
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Recommended on 29/03/2010
By Kate M from Matlock
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Review Review No. 10 of 17
J&K.D from Houghton Le Spring
Our party:- Adults:
- 2
4 Nights
December - 2009
- Relaxing
- Walking
- Shopping
- Local Food
- Touring
- Beach / Sea
- Entertainment
“Brilliant”
We had a lovely relaxing holiday over the Christmas period.
The cottage is fantastic, a real gem!
We did not get out as much as we would in spring or summer, but when we come back we will explore a bit more of the area. And we can’t wait to come back!!
The only complaint was that we had to leave!! Accommodation is first class
Clean, modern, good location and very comfortable
Local Gems:We had a nice night out at The Star - good atmosphere.
The Clock did a lovely breakfast
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Recommended on 08/01/2010
By J&K.D from Houghton Le Spring
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Review Review No. 9 of 17
Paul S from Canada
Our party:- Adults:
- Ages:
- 2
- 30 - 40
4 Nights
December - 2009
- Relaxing
- Walking
- Touring
- Beach / Sea
- Shopping
- Entertainment
- Local Food
“Excellent”
A very warm, well stocked bungalow with very good facilities.
Everything we needed was provided and more, such as milk and welcome drinks and Christmas cake - a nice touch!
Warm and very comfortable.
Friendly owners and neighbours.
The whole Yorkshire coast is simply stunning
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Recommended on 05/01/2010
By Paul S from Canada
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Review Review No. 8 of 17
Pete A from Bristol
Our party:- Adults:
- 2
7 Nights
October - 2009
- Relaxing
- Walking
- Touring
- Beach / Sea
- Shopping
- Entertainment
- Local Food
“Fantastic”
The bungalow was just amazing. Everything was of a high standard.
The owners made us very welcome and suggested restaurant and places to eat.
We could not have wished for a better holiday.
Very relaxing and comfortable.
Everything in excellent condition.
The Corner Cafe-Restaurant was just fantastic - lovely food and service
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Recommended on 29/10/2009
By Pete A from Bristol
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Review Review No. 7 of 17
S.H from Normanton
Our party:- Adults:
- Ages:
- Children:
- Ages:
- 2
- 30 - 35
- 1
- 3
7 Nights
October - 2009
- Relaxing
- Touring
- Beach / Sea
- Walking
- Shopping
- Entertainment
- Local Food
“Excellent, relaxing and enjoyable”
Accommodation was of an excellent standard.
Cleaned to a high standard and situated in a quiet housing area.
Clean beaches and lovely shops.
Close to Bridlington, Scarborough and Whitby for days out. Excellent.
Clean, with little extras that make it a very welcoming home-from-home
Local Gems:The Corner Cafe - excellent food at affordable prices
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Recommended on 10/10/2009
By S.H from Normanton
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Review Review No. 6 of 17
Emma B from Halton
Our party:- Adults:
- Ages:
- Children:
- Ages:
- 2
- 28 - 34
- 1
- 3
7 Nights
September - 2009
- Relaxing
- Walking
- Beach / Sea
- Shopping
- Local Food
- Touring
- Entertainment
“Excellent - would DEFINITELY recommend to friends. Very good value”
Merlin Cottage certainly exceeded our expectations.....every single thing we might have wanted was there. The kitchen was better fitted out than my own!
Lovely area, very friendly neighbourhood. Bungalow itself second to none.
I wish my own kitchen had half the facilities! Gave me ideas how to decorate my own house!
Bathroom encompassed luxury for grown-ups and fun for kids.
Can’t say anymore....was perfect
High level of luxury yet still family-friendly.
Peaceful, friendly area.
Nature reserve
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Recommended on 27/09/2009
By Emma B from Halton
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Review Review No. 5 of 17
Mr F. R from Stourport
Our party:- Adults:
- 2
7 Nights
September - 2009
- Relaxing
- Walking
- Touring
- Shopping
- Local Food
- Beach / Sea
- Entertainment
“Very relaxing week”
Merlin Cottage is an excellent base for a relaxing holiday. Located centrally along the North Yorkshire coast, with other resorts and North Yorkshire Moors in easy reach.
The property is very well furnished and equipped, and it felt like a home-from-home.
Very nice rear garden with timber decked area, lawn and barbeque facilities.
Freeport shopping village at Hornsea
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Recommended on 11/09/2009
By Mr F. R from Stourport
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Review Review No. 4 of 17
Ian S from Sheffield
Our party:- Adults:
- Ages:
- Children:
- Ages:
- 2
- 26 - 46
- 2
- 2 - 6
7 Nights
August - 2009
- Relaxing
- Beach / Sea
- Walking
- Touring
- Shopping
- Entertainment
- Local Food
“First class”
Merlin Cottage was accurately described on the website and was perfect in every way
It was like a home-from-home. By far the nicest holiday accommodation I have ever stayed in.
Everything was first class and we all had a wonderful time.
Total comfort
Local Gems:We went to Hanmanby Gap to beach. GBP 2.50 to park all day
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Recommended on 28/08/2009
By Ian S from Sheffield
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Review Review No. 3 of 17
Amanda C from Fenham
Our party:- Adults:
- Ages:
- Children:
- Ages:
- 2
- 28 - 34
- 3
- 5 mnths, 2 & 5
7 Nights
August - 2009
- Relaxing
- Touring
- Beach / Sea
- Shopping
- Entertainment
- Local Food
- Walking
“Excellent”
We found the accommodation to be of an excellent standard - better than expected - clean and with good facilities.
Extra items such as BBQ and DVDs to use were very useful.
The accommodation is in a very convenient location within walking distance to the local shops, public transport and the beach.
We found child-friendly activities within all the nearby towns so had ample entertainment for the whole family.
We had an excellent time and can’t wait to come again.
Bathroom facilities are excellent.
Garden area
The only thing not provided was pegs for the washing line
See Owner’s Reply below.....
Playdale Farm
Owner’s Reply:Pegs can be found in a little peg bag under the kitchen sink!
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Recommended on 19/08/2009
By Amanda C from Fenham
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Review Review No. 2 of 17
Mrs S D from St. Neots
Our party:- Adults:
- Ages:
- 2
- 60 - 75
7 Nights
July - 2009
- Walking
- Touring
- Relaxing
- Beach / Sea
- Shopping
- Entertainment
- Local Food
“Excellent”
A lovely bungalow in quiet residential area not far from the beach, shops and moors, with plenty of walking nearby.
It is beautifully decorated throughout with so many home comforts and personal touches.
The equipment in the kitchen is amazing - the owners appear to have thought of everything.
Filey is a lovely seaside resort that has not been spoilt.
Very well presented and equipped
Local Gems:Flamborough Head for walking
Filey Brigg and Country Park North
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Recommended on 30/07/2009
By Mrs S D from St. Neots
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Review Review No. 1 of 17
Malcolm D from Scunthorpe
Our party:- Adults:
- Ages:
- 3
- 57 - 84
7 Nights
June - 2009
- Relaxing
- Touring
- Shopping
- Local Food
- Walking
- Beach / Sea
- Entertainment
“Enjoyable week at an outstanding property. First class - would certainly recommend to friends”
The Merlin is a real gem among holiday homes - we found it more comfortable and better presented than we expected.
The owners have gone further than most in making sure their visitors enjoy their stay at this superbly situated and excellently furnished and equipped bungalow.
The complimentary bottles of wine and carton of milk were just one of the special touches which set this holiday apart.
The Merlin seemed to want for nothing in terms of convenience and luxury. Highly recommended. We felt sorry to leave.
Owners have made a special effort to cater for visitors’ every need.
Local Gems:Get a taste of the sea with a walk along Filey Brigg
En Route:Travelled from Scunthorpe and stopped off at Bridlington on the way
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Recommended on 10/07/2009
By Malcolm D from Scunthorpe
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