The Shepherd's Purse
Location: The Old Workshops, Sanders Yard, Whitby, England, YO22 4DU, Whitby, GB
Star Rating: 3 Stars
Property Type: Guest houses
About this Property
Surrounding Activities
Experience surfing/body boarding, hiking/biking trails, and sailing nearby.
Central Location
Discover nearby attractions like Captain Cook Memorial Museum, St Mary's Church, and Whitby Abbey.
Convenient Amenities
Feel at home in one of the cozy 6 guestrooms with a short walk to Whitby Harbour and Whitby Beach.
Book now for an unforgettable stay at The Shepherd's Purse in the heart of Whitby.
Important Information
This smoke-free guesthouse features surfing/body boarding nearby, hiking/biking trails nearby, and sailing nearby.
Policies
Check-in: 12:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Birdwatching nearby
- Free WiFi
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Smoke-free property
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Horse riding nearby
Rooms Available
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Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Room 1)
1 Double Bed
Overlooking the garden
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free wired internet access
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker
Bathroom - Private bathroom, a hair dryer, and a shower/tub combination
Need to Know - No housekeeping, towels not available, bed sheets not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- No rollaway/extra beds
- No cribs (infant beds)
- No housekeeping
- Towels not available
- Bed sheets not available
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Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Room 2)
1 Double Bed
Balcony with garden views
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker
Bathroom - Private bathroom, a hair dryer, and a shower
Need to Know - No housekeeping, towels not available, bed sheets not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- No cribs (infant beds)
- No housekeeping
- Towels not available
- Bed sheets not available
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Luxury Suite, Ensuite (The Dove Loft )
1 Double Bed
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker
Bathroom - Private bathroom, a hair dryer, and a bathtub
Practical - Iron/ironing board and desk
Need to Know - No housekeeping, towels not available, bed sheets not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- No cribs (infant beds)
- No housekeeping
- Towels not available
- Bed sheets not available
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Superior Double Room, Hot Tub (Four Poster bed-Room 5)
1 Double Bed
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker
Bathroom - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub
Practical - Desk
Need to Know - No housekeeping, towels not available, bed sheets not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Jetted bathtub
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- No cribs (infant beds)
- No housekeeping
- Towels not available
- Bed sheets not available
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Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Brass Bed-Room 3)
1 Double Bed
Features a private balcony
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker
Bathroom - Private bathroom, a hair dryer, and a shower/tub combination
Need to Know - No housekeeping, towels not available, bed sheets not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- No cribs (infant beds)
- No housekeeping
- Towels not available
- Bed sheets not available
-
Basic Double Room, Ensuite (Small Double-Room 4)
1 Double Bed
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free wired internet access
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker
Bathroom - Private bathroom, a hair dryer, and a shower
Need to Know - No housekeeping, towels not available, bed sheets not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- No rollaway/extra beds
- No cribs (infant beds)
- No housekeeping
- Towels not available
- Bed sheets not available
Guest Reviews
- Fay (10/5): - Beautiful hotel right in the heart of Whitby, lots of restaurants around and a short walk from the famous 199 steps. Good value and friendly staff. The supply of shampoo and conditioner was a thoughtful addition.
- Michael (8/5): - Good comfy bed, good location nicely decorated. Things that could have been better - a couple of coat hangers, a fan or summer duvet as the bed and room were very hot at night. Nice touch of wine glasses but could do with a fridge for the wine.
- Garry (10/5): It is a hidden Gem - Absolute hidden Gem the owners are so accommodating and have thought of everything
- David (10/5): - Very quaint, in the center of Whitby.
- David (10/5): Perfect - Perfect location for the town. Lovely bathroom amenities and jacuzzi bath.
- thomas (10/5): Great stay - Such a good stay. The Dove Loft was clean and beautiful. With two rooms it's perfect for a couple like us who enjoyed the space. The room felt really special and I can't thank them enough for being available on the phone when we arrived late and helping us find the place. Perfect.
- Isabelle (8/5): Little gem - Lovely little hidden gem to stay in.
- Helen (8/5): 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.
- Michelle (10/5): 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
- Paul (10/5): - Fantastic property lovely and clean friendly staff and a pure little gem
- Deborah (8/5): - Room was nicely done and clean Only one side of bed accesible
- Jonathan (6/5): - Very small room . Quite noisy , very thin walls , unfortunately wouldn’t stay again despite it been clean and central
- Louisianax (10/5): 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.
- Kevin (10/5): 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.
- Linda (10/5): 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.
- Kirsty (8/5): - 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.
- Verified traveler (10/5): 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.
- Bethany (10/5): Perfect stay - Absolutely beautiful Little room and beautiful courtyard, would highly recommend
- Thomas (10/5): - This property was a true hidden gem in Whitby. It was beautifully presented and well equipped for our stay. I would highly recommend it!
- Rebecca (10/5): 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.
- Ian (10/5): 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.
- Sarah (10/5): - Beautiful, relaxing apartment arrangement in the loft suite.
- Alistair (8/5): - 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
- Alan (10/5): Fantastic place to stay - What a fantastic little hidden gem to stay in, absolutely spotless and very easy to communicate with the owners, thoroughly enjoyed our stay there and would highly recommend
- Christine (10/5): Highly recommended - Beautiful place.peacefull but very central.owners were lovely,room was stunning and very cosy and comfortable. Highly recommended
- Karen (10/5): romantic getaway - Lovely location, very close to many eateries and bars ect. Extremely well kept and clean. Would definitely stay again
- neil (10/5): - Absolutely beautiful room Ideal location Couldnt have been any better
- Lorraine (10/5): Great 2 day stay - We had a fabulous time, the room was very clean, the bed very comfy and we were close to all the amenities. Would definitely stay there again
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Everything was perfect. Someone there to meet us. Lovely and clean. Warm and cosy. Owner very welcoming and staff available if we needed anything. Would recommend to friends and family. Will be going back.
- Andrew (8/5): Very good - Was very pleasent.owners very helpful.room clean and comfortable.all we needed.
- Steve D. (8/5): I will be going back - Very happy and friendly place
- Yvonne (8/5): - Lovely comfortable room, spotlessly clean, great location for all amenities. Very in keeping with the ambience of olde worlde Whitby.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - What a rare find this accommodation was I wished I'd stayed there longer it was perfect! Next time I stay in Whitby it's got to be here again. Comfortable bed clean room lovely outdoor sitting area. Excellent friendly helpful staff too.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Great location lovely and clean staff were very helpful we will definatley come back
- Gary (8/5): - Fantastic little find...
- ian (10/5): Wet weekend in Whitby - Whitby was as lovely as ever
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Location but peaceful atmosphere for been so close to all amenities everything required for a short visit on doorstep
- Susan (10/5): A fabulous place to stay - Amazing quaint room, lovely decorated, and a 4 poster bed. Fabulous location in the heart of Whitby. Very friendly welcome and they are very helpful owners! Looking forward to our return visit! Highly recommend indeed!
- Louise (10/5): Hidden gem - Lovely little hideaway
- Jill (10/5): - Fab comfortable clean room central for everything.
- Linda (10/5): Hidden gem - Fantastic relaxing stay. Will definitely be back
- Verified traveler (10/5): Definitely recommend - Stayed in the Dove Loft , the photos do not do this suite justice. Would stay again
- shazza (10/5): Nice area in Whitby old town - Lovely cottage garden outside the room. Had a sunny afternoon so had a lovely glass of red wine in the sunshine. Does not include breakfast but there are numerous cafes right next door.
- Ann (10/5): Shopping trip - Shopping trip close to all amenities would definitely go back!
- Dorothea (10/5): - Shepherd's Purse was a lovely place to stay, secluded and delightful! The owners are so helpful and informative. Will return out of season when Whitby might be less crowded.
- Zena (10/5): The Shepherd's Purse- a hidden gem - The Shepherd's Purse was in a central location in Whitby it is a beautiful mix of quirky and vintage. We stayed in the Dove Loft which was an exquisite suite it was delightfully decorated very clean and beautifully furnished and accessoried. It was an excellent accommodation.
- Tracy (10/5): A Whitby Treasure - Stayed for a couple of nights for our Wedding Anniversary didn't want to leave. Loved it! Great shopping area and a nice Cafe next door. The seagull's are quiet when listening to instrumental music from your balcony we found! Would like to stay again!
- Verified traveler (10/5): Lovely room, gorgeous courtyard - Perfect! Right in the heart of Whitby but far enough off the Main Street.
- Jill (8/5): One night stay - Strange check in as had to call a mobile to be told the door was open with key left inside the door. I booked room 1 as it said it had a balcony with garden views. However room 1 is on the ground floor, straight off the garden, with no balcony so was disappointed. Should amend room description to avoid others being disappointed. Room was OK for a short stay but no wardrobe to hang clothes in if staying for a week.
- Verified traveler (10/5): Fab mini Break - Had a fab nights stay in room 1 . The room had everything we needed and was very clean, the bed was comfortable and we will def return for another stay. Loved it.
- Martyn (10/5): Lovely Last Minute Find - We’re looking for a proper last minute room for the night and couldn’t have picked a more romantic or idyllic choice if we had spent a week researching! Highly recommended.
- Stephen (8/5): Short stay. - Very clean and in a great location - within walking distance of the Abbey and all restaurants etc. Would recommend.
- David (10/5): Small but quaint - If you want to immerse yourself in old Whitby and you don't mind a bit of a walk, this is the place for you, I say walk because you will have to find somewhere to park, not always that easy in a small place like Whitby. But you will be more than rewarded.Shepards Purse, is great for that historic feel, found down a small alley. Our room was on the small side but with the four poster bed a chest of draws and some hanging space adequate. Recommended.
- Sue (10/5): Convenient location close to all amenities. - Booked late therefore only small room available but it was certainly adequate for a comfortable stay. Would use this accommodation again with out hesitation
- Verified traveler (6/5): - A bit small but it does what says on the tin location great
- Vanessa (10/5): Very enjoyable stay - Really enjoyed our stay beautiful room nice big bath powerful shower unlimited hot water very pleasant owners nice and quiet loved sitting in the garden at night would definitely recommend
- Andrew (10/5): A great location and an amazing stay - What an amazing little place. We were made so welcome. Fantastic service. Can’t wait to go again
- Katie (10/5): Fantastic stay! - Fantastic stay - there’s such a welcoming family feel to the hotel, it’s clean, quiet and very relaxing! We’ll be coming again thank you! :)
- Steph (10/5): Beautiful little place - Absolutely loved our stay at the shepherds purse, whitby. The room was beautiful, extremely clean, gorgeous bed linen and lovely little touches like fresh flowers. Had a very good hospitality tray and the staff were so friendly. We miss the place already! Well done guys!
- Gareth (10/5): Chic and cheerful! - We wanted somewhere central to the old part of Whitby without spending a fortune. It turned out that the "Shepherd's purse" ticked every box. These family run rooms were in beautifully converted buildings tucked away down a historic alley and courtyard. It's a lovely setting and must be great to sit out in Summer, while it's central, it's not a noisy place. Our room (1) was alongside the office overlooking the garden and while it was small, it was thoughtfully designed with some very nice touches. It wasn't a big room but overall, a lovely base for a few days that won't cost a fortune. Definitely a place to recommend.
- William (8/5): Economical digs in very traditional English town. - Was there for special 1940's wartime memorial event (centred in nearby Pickering.) Weather tried to intervene, lots of blustery wind, but rain kept away long enough on the Saturday.
- Laura (8/5): - Lovely, cute and cosy accommodation in centre of Whitby. Well placed for all amenities. Very friendly staff. Only negatives were feather duvet (for allergy sufferers, feathers not good) and exceptionally soft mattress
- sharon (10/5): Lovely, quiet and close to the centre. - The room was very clean and there were lots of choice with tea and coffee facilities. It was close to all the nightlife and the attractions in Whitby. We have been twice now to shepherds purse and will definitely go a third time.
- Ian (10/5): Great Place - Excellent couple of nights in Whitby, loved the Shepherds Purse, will return.
- Verified traveler (10/5): Lovely Short Break in Whitby - I loved my stay, I found the room charming and full of character, the attention to detail was notable. We were very comfortable and the proprietors were very helpful.
- michael (10/5): 3 day stay in whitby - Brilliant location. Room beautiful, nice and warm and plenty of hot water. Could not have asked for anything more.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Really lovely place, staff we're very friendly and the room was cosy. We stayed in room 4, which is a small room with a ensuite shower. There was a variety of speciality teas and coffee which was lovely. We really enjoyed our stay and would like to come again.
- hazel (10/5): Hazel - Loved it! Room 2,4 poster with comfy matress and quality bedding.v clean with chabby chic feel. Clean quality towels and complimentary tolieties supplied. China cups with great selection of tea's and biscuits. Lovely courtyard with seating outside. Would defo recommend
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Just a couple of teeny things, hardly worth mentioning really, I couldn't quite get the shower to the right temperature, it was either a little too hot or a little too cold and its quite dark at night when returning, there is a security light that comes on but not until you get into the courtyard, I recommend taking a torch to use while walking up to the courtyard. Other than that it's a lovely place and definitely would stay again. The staff are lovely and very friendly.
- John (8/5): Good room in central location - Impulse overnight trip to Whitby saw us book this last-minute before setting off. Lucky choice really, tucked away in a tiny courtyard in the Old Town opposite The Shambles in Sadlers Yard. Comfortable bed and furnishings, small room which requires the right-side of bed sleeper to clamber over the left-side sleeper to exit!! Good size ensuite with effective shower. Tea/coffee etc provided. Otherwise this is Room Only accomodation. Plenty of nearby breakfast/evening meal venues. Parking is about 150m away in public carpark 24hrs parking £6.50. Overall, reasonably priced for standard of facility.
- Verified traveler (10/5): Highly recommended stay - A very warm and welcoming environment in a beautiful location right in the heart of Whitby
- Helen (10/5): small but perfect in every way - Lovely place with nice thoughtful touches in a perfect location. Will definitely return.
- vanessa (10/5): - Absolutely beautiful. Very very quaint. Massive choice of teas and coffees in the room. Definitely stay again ++++++++
- Catherine and Craig (10/5): fantastic room - Beautiful, peaceful place to stay in an excellent location. The owners were very friendly and the room was lovely. The small little extras such as the fresh flowers and home made teas and coffee made it that little bit more special. The Shepherds Purse had a lovely homely feel and we will definitely be back.
- Liz (8/5): A shabby chic retreat in the heart of old Whitby - Great location but initially hard to find.Our room was very pretty and clean,but small with a high bed.The staff were very friendly and keen to help. We could not get Wifi in our room.
- Michelle (8/5): The beautiful and quaint shepherds purse - My 10 year old daughter had a lovely stay last week at the shepherds purse, what a beautiful and quaint little place, ideal for a family or a couple, right in the middle of Whitby too!
- Barbara (6/5): Characterful accommodation in centre of old Whitby - Arrived during check-in time specified (2-5 pm), but no-one there. Fortunately, other guests had just arrived and told me: there is no reception, you just go to your room number, key in door. Yes, I found my room and key. But if the other guests had not been there, I would not have known who to turn to or what to do. Explain this unusual 'reception' on your booking info clearly!
- Ian (8/5): Nice for short stay - Just one night. Would have preferred breakfast to be included.
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