Short Breaks

Your home away from home in Scarborough.

Second bedroom configured as twin beds at Sanderling Chase apartment, Scarborough

Whether you’re looking for a short break in Scarborough for a weekend break, a week by the sea, or you have tickets to the Open Air Theatre, the apartment offers something a hotel can’t; a proper home, all to yourselves. Two comfortable bedrooms, showering facilities, a fully equipped kitchen, and a coffee shop just a few feet from the front door.

This is a split-level apartment, with one flight of stairs from the front door up to the living area and kitchen, and a further internal staircase to the bedrooms and bathroom. Guests with mobility issues may find the layout challenging.

Parking During a Short Break in Scarborough

On-street parking is available along Commercial Street — sometimes directly outside, usually within a few metres. Unrestricted after 5pm and before 9am Monday to Saturday, and before noon and after 5pm on Sundays. During restricted hours, 3-hour disc parking applies; a disc is provided in the apartment.

Daytime parking: Sainsbury’s car park less than 5 minutes’ walk (up to 3 hours free, Horizon app for longer stays at around £4 per day, or Tesco Superstore approximately 12 minutes’ walk with greater availability at around £8 per day.

What’s nearby:

  • Scarborough’s North and South Bay beaches — both within a mile on foot
  • Scarborough Open Air Theatre — Europe’s largest open air stage — less than a mile away, hosting international acts including Kylie Minogue and Tom Jones
  • Scarborough Spa — less than a mile away
  • Bloom Coffee Shop & Bakery — step outside, turn left and it’s on the corner
  • Peasholm Park — a mile away
  • The Cinder Track — Scarborough to Whitby via Robin Hood’s Bay — starts nearby
  • Whitby — 45 minutes drive
  • Scarborough train station — 10 minutes walk, direct services to York and beyond
  • Sainsbury’s — less than 5 minutes walk

What’s included for your short break in Scarborough:

  • Two bedrooms sleeping up to four
  • Bedroom 2 super-king can be split into two singles on request
  • Fully equipped kitchen — cook your own meals and keep costs down
  • Washing machine, ironing facilities and drying rack
  • Ultrafast WiFi (up to 300Mbps), rated 10 out of 10 by guests
  • Flat-screen Smart TV with Netflix, BBC iPlayer, Amazon Prime and more (guests will need to use their own accounts)
  • Welcome supplies on arrival — tea, coffee, milk and toiletries
  • Books and games
  • Bike storage for up to four bikes

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FAQs

How close is the apartment to the beach and Scarborough attractions?

We are perfectly situated in the heart of Falsgrave, just one mile from Scarborough’s famous seafront and sandy beaches. The Scarborough Open Air Theatre, the historic Scarborough Spa, and the Stephen Joseph Theatre are all about a mile away, making our apartment a fantastic base for exploring the coast and attending local shows.

What dining options and cafes are within walking distance?

You are spoiled for choice right on our doorstep! We are located just a few feet away from the popular Bloom Coffee Shop & Bakery for your morning coffee and treats. Within a few minutes’ walk, you will also find a large Sainsbury’s supermarket, a local greengrocer, excellent Indian and Chinese restaurants, and traditional fish and chip shops for easy dining in or out.

How does check-in work and is it flexible for late arrivals?

To give you maximum flexibility and a stress-free arrival, we utilize a secure self-check-in system. This means you can arrive at your convenience after our standard check-in time without having to rush to meet someone for keys. Detailed arrival instructions and access codes will be sent to you automatically prior to your stay.

Where is the best place to park during a short weekend break?

Free on-street parking is available along Commercial Street, right outside or within a few metres of the property. It is completely unrestricted overnight (after 5pm and before 9am Monday to Saturday, and all day Sunday). For daytime parking during your stay, we provide a 3-hour parking disc inside the apartment, or you can use the nearby Sainsbury’s car park for around £4 per day via the Horizon parking app.