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A complimentary hamper will be awaiting you on your arrival containing milk, tea, fresh coffee, bread, butter, eggs, juice, wine and cheese, along with other essential items to prepare a light snack or breakfast. There may be some regional variations.
A complimentary starter pack will be awaiting you on your arrival containing coffee, tea, milk (1 pint), bread, butter, cheese and cake.
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A lovely escape. Beautiful cottage in a spectacular location. We loved every minute of it. The very generous hamper filled with lots of tasty morsels was a perfectly wonderful cherry on top! Thank you.
Excellent unique cottage. Great location with a fantastic view. Great facilities. Excellent welcome pack, the best we have seen. Would highly recommend.
Great location, great property. How many folks can say they've stayed at a lighthouse?
Lovely property in a magical setting. No wifi, no phone signal, just perfect to get away from the crazy world for a few days. The property is very well equiped and well maintained. Very clean and Covid safe, thanks to Diana who is always contactable. In one word, "Excellent"
No WiFi or phone signal was omitted from the description.
Due to its location there is unfortunately no wifi at Galatea hence we dont advertise it as having wifi. Regarding the phone signal this, of course, can depend on your phone provider if you receive a signal in certain areas.
Totally as advertised, great home away from home, weather never disappointed and the location was just amazing. The house was as advertised and the comfort was second to none. Thank you.
The best lighthouse we have stayed in & Diana's touches just added to a lovely stay
Fabulous location, great accommodation, good weather! Lots to do in the immediate surroundings - had a great break
Cottage was just as we remembered from our last trip ... and the Xmas decorations and treats made it all the more special. The freedom to walk along the coast, and soak up the atmosphere of Whitby were both fantastic ... and the lack of connectivity in the cottage really helped us to relax and chill for the whole break!
Fantastic break in a beautiful location. Cottage was fantastic with a great welcoming basket. Highly recommended.
Beautifully maintained lighthouse cottage with a well thought out cosy interior. All mod cons whilst retaining its charm. You felt instantly welcomed with a fabulous hamper to get your holiday started. Would definitely recommend and would definitely stay there again. Loved it!
Great location, lovely rooms, perfectly equipped and a great welcome hamper.
A perfect place to relax with stunning views cottage was excellent very clean and welcoming
fantastic location, well equipped felt the small bathroom by the door needed updating, but as only the 2 of us we did not use it.
Having always wanted to stay in a Lighthouse, this was a dream come true! Fabulous property, perfect location on the coast, away from the crowds but not far to travel into Whitby town centre. Definately want to return to Galatea again.
Beautiful view, excellent welcome package, helpful housekeeper
The location, facilities and quality of presentation all make it a real pleasure to stay at Galatea. This was our 8th year staying in the cottage and we are already anticipating a 9th visit!
The cottage was excellent in every respect and the caretaker very thoughtful and helpful.
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Saturday - 9am to 5.30pm
Sunday - 10am to 4pm
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Book a March stay and ferry travel is included to the Isle of Wight • The ferry crossing applies to only 1 x standard car, if the car is larger charges may apply. (Wightlink Standard Car / Van up to 5m (L) & 2.24m (H) / Red funnel Standard up to 5m (L) and 2m (H)) • This is subject to availability • Ferry included with both Red Funnel and Wightlink ferries
Or if your stay is further ahead, please call 01983 897868 for the best rate
Please note: when you book this property, you can also book a return ferry trip to the Isle of Wight. We guarantee that this will be the best price available for your selected date and route. If you find a lower price, we will refund the difference. Please select the Ferry option on the booking form. If selected you will receive an additional email regarding the necessary Ferry information.
Updated at 16:40 on Tuesday 28th September 2021
As a customer focused business, we are keen to reassure guests, homeowners and housekeepers during uncertain times. The situation regarding Coronavirus (Covid 19) changes regularly and we will always follow the latest regulations.
If the local or national travel restrictions are re-introduced due to Covid-19 then affected Guests will be offered various options including changing the start date of the holiday, a voucher to stay in the same property on an alternative date or a full refund of the cost paid to date towards renting the property.
At present there are no national travel restrictions in England, Scotland or Wales, with the exception of self-isolation following a positive COVID test result. However, from the 16th August, if you are a contact of someone who has COVID-19 and you are fully vaccinated, or aged under 18 years 6 months, you will not be required to self-isolate.
If a Guest(s) records a positive Covid test
If a Guest has a positive test and is following the isolation rules, the Guest will be requested to provide us with a copy of the positive test result. Guests with positive test will be requested not to come on holiday and the party will be offered the choice of the following options:
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