The Shepherd's Purse

3.0 star property
Comfortable guesthouse, walk to Whitby Abbey

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Superior Double Room, Hot Tub (Four Poster bed-Room 5)
Superior Double Room, Hot Tub (Four Poster bed-Room 5)
Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Room 1) | Exterior
Superior Double Room, Hot Tub (Four Poster bed-Room 5) | Bathroom
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

Check-in time

12:30 PM

Check-out time

10:30 AM

Explore the area

Map
The Old Workshops, Sanders Yard, Whitby, England, YO22 4DU
  • Popular LocationWhitby Abbey5 min walk
  • Popular LocationWhitby Harbour8 min walk
  • Popular LocationWhitby Beach8 min walk
  • AirportDurham (MME-Teesside Intl.)73 min drive
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Room options

Luxury Suite, Ensuite (The Dove Loft )

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, Hot Tub (Four Poster bed-Room 5)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Room 2)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Double Room, Ensuite (Small Double-Room 4)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Brass Bed-Room 3)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Room 1)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Whitby

The Shepherd's Purse is located in Whitby. While the natural beauty of North York Moors National Park and Whitby Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Whitby Harbour. Museum of Victorian Science and The Moors National Park Centre are also worth visiting. Sailing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.

What's nearby

  • Whitby Abbey - 5 min walk
  • Whitby Harbour - 8 min walk
  • Whitby Beach - 8 min walk
  • Whalebone Arch - 9 min walk
  • Whitby Pavilion - 11 min walk

Getting around

  • Whitby Station - 6 min walk
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Esk Vaults - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Pier Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Magpie Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Trenchers - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Station Inn - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Shepherd's Purse

Property highlights
Close to Whitby Abbey and Whitby Harbour, The Shepherd's Purse has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
  • Smoke-free property

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Guest services

  • No housekeeping

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

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
This property accepts credit cards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Shepherd's Purse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Shepherd's Purse?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Shepherd's Purse?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Shepherd's Purse located?

Situated in Whitby, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Captain Cook Memorial Museum and Whitby Abbey. Whitby Harbour and Whitby Beach are also within 10 minutes. Whitby Station is 6 minutes by foot.

The Shepherd's Purse Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 159 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 159 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 159 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 159 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 159 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Isabelle

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Little gem
Lovely little hidden gem to stay in.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant stay
We didn’t actually see anybody on arrival or during our stay, our key was in the door when we arrived. The room was clean and cosy. Unfortunately we didn’t have enough coffee for the cafetière, or loose leaf tea although there were containers for both. We also ran out of milk on the first day it wasn’t replenished while we were out for the day and didn’t realise until the evening, thankfully a local cafe was open and helped us out. The room wasn’t serviced during our stay, this could just be a misunderstanding on our part as to the type of accommodation we had booked (I was thinking hotel). We did have a lovely stay however and it would not put us off coming again (just with more of our own tea/coffee/toiletries.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic location and awesome place 5star
Amazing room great location outside was lovely area seats fish lights and decor . Huge bed and bath seating area sofa and flat lounge type bed tvs each room best room I have ever had in uk utter bliss little accessories added character books yoga mat lots of charm have posted and recommended to others already only downfall wish stayed longer x thank you for making our break special loved the loft room others looked awesome too !! Smellies all where lush too x
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property lovely and clean friendly staff and a pure little gem
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Deborah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was nicely done and clean Only one side of bed accesible
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very small room . Quite noisy , very thin walls , unfortunately wouldn’t stay again despite it been clean and central
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louisianax

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Delightful hidden gem
This was a lovely little hideaway right in the middle of town but tucked away and quiet. Very comfortable and clean room with a balcony over the beautiful courtyard, and delicious food just next door. Perfect spot to relax and unwind, and see all the sights of Whitby.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Amazing place to stay, would recommend it to everyone, warm, clean and everything you need for a short break, minutes from the Main Street and all the amenities it also has a beautiful garden to relax in with a glass of wine. Can’t wait to go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ekawati

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Little oasis.
What a lovely place to stay, a proper little oasis! Cosy room, rain shower and quality toiletries. Ignore hotels.com comment that states towels and bedding not included, they definitely are.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Kirsty

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room, whilst small, was cozy and the bed was comfortable. The garden was also quiet and really nice to sit in at the end of the day. The only problem was the walls were very thin and you could hear everything from the upstairs room which made it hard to sleep with noisy guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely accommodation in the centre of Whitby
Lovely little accommodation, hidden from the hustle & bustle of Whitby's shopping streets. Very clean, facilities were good, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect stay
Absolutely beautiful Little room and beautiful courtyard, would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Nottingham

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was a true hidden gem in Whitby. It was beautifully presented and well equipped for our stay. I would highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Right in the heart of everything
Really close to everything. So cute and quaint and the owners were very friendly and helpful when we got lost 😂. 100% would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A delightful little nook
Cute little place off the quaint pedestrian streets. It is very very small ( you could only get to one side of the smallish double bed ) and sits off a little courtyard so not a conventional hotel. The area is great, it's close to the steps up to the abbey. The quality of the decor and furnishings was very good. No breakfast but a kettle and fresh coffee is provided and an excellent " hipster type" bakery about 50 yds away on the street.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, relaxing apartment arrangement in the loft suite.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good central location, clean accommodation, friendly people, down side was off site parking, as we could not get parked anywhere near accommodation,, having said that wouls stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021