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£750,0008 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
Abbotsleigh Guest House, Whitby
Semi-detached house
8 beds
7 baths
Key information
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Ask agent
Features and description
- Substantial Victorian Villa close to Whitby's Westcliff
- Currently trading as a Guest House with 6 Letting Rooms
- Modern Extension with Separate Owners Suite
- Large Open Plan Living Room/Kitchen/Diner
- Breakfast Room with Fireplace & Bay Window
- Period Features including Stained Glass & Carved Balustrade
- 8 Bedrooms & 7 Bathrooms (6 Ensuites)
- Garden to the Front & Parking for 4 Cars
Hope & Braim are delighted to present Abbotsleigh on Argyle Road in Whitby to the market.
Abbotsleigh is a substantial Victorian Villa currently operating as a successful guest house with an exceptional owner’s suite and private parking located on Whitby’s Westcliff.
This impressive property seamlessly blends period grandeur with modern practicality, featuring six established letting rooms alongside a thoughtfully designed separate owners' suite within a contemporary extension. The accommodation is truly versatile, boasting eight bedrooms and seven bathrooms, with six benefiting from ensuite facilities - perfect for maintaining the property's commercial viability or adapting for extensive family living.
Period enthusiasts will appreciate the wealth of original features throughout, including stunning stained-glass windows that bathes the entrance hall in coloured light and an elegant carved balustrade that speaks to the craftsmanship of a bygone era. The generous breakfast room, enhanced by an original marble fireplace and charming bay window, provides an inviting space for guests to start their day. The large open-plan living room, kitchen and dining area is truly spectacular - crowned by an impressive lantern window that floods the space with natural light and featuring a cosy log burner that creates the perfect private space for the owners to relax with family.
Externally, the property benefits from front lawned gardens that enhance its street appeal, complemented by practical parking provision for four vehicles - a valuable commodity in this sought-after coastal location.
The location itself is enviable, positioned close to Whitby's dramatic Westcliff with easy access to the town's historic attractions, harbour, and stunning coastline. Whether continuing as a thriving guest house business or converting to a magnificent family residence, this remarkable property offers endless possibilities in one of Yorkshire's most desirable coastal destinations.
Abbotsleigh is a substantial Victorian Villa currently operating as a successful guest house with an exceptional owner’s suite and private parking located on Whitby’s Westcliff.
This impressive property seamlessly blends period grandeur with modern practicality, featuring six established letting rooms alongside a thoughtfully designed separate owners' suite within a contemporary extension. The accommodation is truly versatile, boasting eight bedrooms and seven bathrooms, with six benefiting from ensuite facilities - perfect for maintaining the property's commercial viability or adapting for extensive family living.
Period enthusiasts will appreciate the wealth of original features throughout, including stunning stained-glass windows that bathes the entrance hall in coloured light and an elegant carved balustrade that speaks to the craftsmanship of a bygone era. The generous breakfast room, enhanced by an original marble fireplace and charming bay window, provides an inviting space for guests to start their day. The large open-plan living room, kitchen and dining area is truly spectacular - crowned by an impressive lantern window that floods the space with natural light and featuring a cosy log burner that creates the perfect private space for the owners to relax with family.
Externally, the property benefits from front lawned gardens that enhance its street appeal, complemented by practical parking provision for four vehicles - a valuable commodity in this sought-after coastal location.
The location itself is enviable, positioned close to Whitby's dramatic Westcliff with easy access to the town's historic attractions, harbour, and stunning coastline. Whether continuing as a thriving guest house business or converting to a magnificent family residence, this remarkable property offers endless possibilities in one of Yorkshire's most desirable coastal destinations.
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We are here to provide local knowledge and first class customer service within the Whitby property market Aside from working as estate agents in the Whitby area for over 30 years, both Jon & Emma also live here. Emma moved here at a young age along with her retired grandparents, was educated here and has worked in Whitby all her life. Whilst Jon chanced upon Whitby some 20 years ago and fell in love with the town and the surrounding countryside, so decided to stay and raise his family here. We’d like to think we understand why people like living here so much and hope that we share some of the communities values and aspirations. Local knowledge and first class customer service are at the forefront of everything we do in our agency. Our staff will work with you from the moment you enter our offices to the signing of the last pieces of paperwork.
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