Argument Cottage

Type: Self-Catering

Argument Cottage, (named after a local family) is Guisborough's only self-catering establishment.

Located at Northgate, two minutes from the town centre, the property is a former miner's cottage, completely refurbished within the last two years, and retaining many original features.

Sleeping four, it is an ideal base for exploring not only Cleveland's ancient capital Guisborough, but also the surrounding areas-including the North York Moors National Park, Captain Cook Country, Heartbeat Country, the Cleveland Way Walk, Whitby, many other coastal villages such as Robin Hood's Bay and much more.

Guisborough itself has much to offer the visitor. The XII Century Priory ruins dominate the town and are certainly worth a visit. The main hub of activity today, however, is Westgate, a cobbled, thriving, bustling street of shops, pubs, restaurants and businesses.

There is a market every Thursday and Saturday, with speciality markets, such as the French Market and Farmers' Markets, visiting regularly. The surrounding area offers much in the way of entertainment and leisure, with walks and cycle rides within the Guisborough Forest; there is sailing at Scaling Dam and surfing, fishing and golf at nearby Saltburn.

Within a few miles of Guisborough the visitor has many choices. Half an hour in the car will take you to the ancient port of Whitby, where you will also find Argument's Yard. You may also admire the statue of Captain Cook, eat in one of the many fish restaurants or simply enjoy the view from the top of the 199 steps leading to Whitby Abbey-try counting them! Any 'Dracula' fans will know where he made landfall in the 'Demeter' on Tate Hill Sands, in the form of a black dog! Watch out for one recently spotted on Church Street.

Many of the North's greatest cities are also within one hour's drive of Guisborough. Durham was one of the early centres of Christianity in Britain and its Cathedral is one of the finest medieval monuments in the world. York also has a hugely important part in world history-the Roman capital of Northern Britain, the city in which the Emperor Constantine the Great declared the Empire to be Christian-its history stretches back over 2,000 years.

More recent attractions are also numerous.
Newcastle is a vibrant metropolis one hours' drive away. The Quayside, Baltic Arts Centre, Sage Music Centre, Tyne Bridge and award winning 'Blinking Eye' Millennium Bridge, are just some of the sights to see.

Anyone who loves Premiership and European football can go to the magnificent Riverside Stadium in Middlesbrough to experience top quality entertainment. The other great North East Teams-Newcastle, Sunderland, Darlington and Hartlepool - all doing very well, have stadiums nearby!

Argument Cottage has all the facilities provided, allowing you to fully enjoy your time in our beautiful part of England-we sincerely hope you enjoy your stay in Guisborough.

Gradings

4 Visit Britain Stars Self Catering

Awards

Visit Britain Cyclists Welcome 2008
Visit Britain Walkers Welcome 2008
Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme - Silver 2008

Accessibility:

Room Information

Number of Apartments:: 1

Room / Unit Type	Room / Unit Tariff*
Cottage	from £250.00 to £480.00 per unit per week

*As a guide, prices are per room per night for hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and serviced apartments and per week for self-catering accommodation.

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Road Directions

From A1 south or north take A19 towards Stokesley then the A172 towards Guisborough, through Great Ayton Captain Cook's Boyhood home, and Pinchinthorpe then onto A171 into Guisborough.

Public Transport Directions

From Darlington, all trains to Darlington, take train onward to Saltburn. Close to the following train stations: Marske, Saltburn, Redcar.Middlesbrough, Nunthorpe.
If travelling by coach, National Express take buses from bus station going towards Guisborough e.g. 65, 56 please check timetable and routes.

Facilities

Provider Features

Film or TV location - Close to Heartbeat Country, North Yorks Moors Railway where Harry Potter was filmed and near Whitby where Dracula was based.
In town/city centre
Of historic, literary or architectural interest - Captain Cook Tour; Guisborough 12th Century Augustian Priory Ruins and heritage attractions abound within the Tees Valley.
Townhouse - We are in the centre of the historic market town, a short walk from the Priory ruins, market and shops.

Children & Infants

Accept children (Minimum age) - No minimum age, all welcome.
Children's videos/DVDs Available - Facilities on site to entertain children, DVDs, Videos, Books and Games.
Cot - Available on request.
Facilities for children - Numerous board games. DVDs, videos, music centre and suitable literature.
Food/Bottle Warming Available - Microwave is available in the cottage, other facilities available on request.

Parking & Transport

Car parking - Parking spaces at the back of cottage on Hewitts Buildings and around the corner on Bolckow Street, 3 hour facility 20 yards away on Walkers Row. We are about to receive a residents parking permit from the local authority when the scheme is approved at the end of July 2007
Off site parking - Walkers Row paying Public Car Park 50 yards away, 3 hour free parking 20 yards away on Walkers Road.
On site parking - Parking at the rear on Hewitts Buildings directly behind the cottage with access through alleyway onto rear of Argument Cottage

Leisure Facilities

Access to golf course - Golf courses at Saltburn, Hunley Hall (Brotton), Wilton, Redcar and Middlesbrough - all within 8 miles of the cottage.
Arrangements for riding/pony trekking - Eston and Saltburn Riding Schools nearby not more than 8 miles away.
Cycle hire - Information regarding hire is available on site, we have VisitBritain Cyclists Welcome accreditation, secure storage facilities, maps and other information to help cyclists.
Fishing - Lockwood beck (by approval, approximately 5 miles away for fresh water fishing and the end of Saltburn Pier or beach for sea fishing activities.
Gym - Alama Health Studio is approximately 400 yeards away from the cottage, please enquire about any ad hoc use.
Health/Fitness/ Beauty Facilities - A wide range of treatments are available in the town and in particular along Bow Street and Chaloner Street.
Indoor pool - There is a public swimming pool approximately half a mile away at King George V Playing Fields.
Other sporting facilities - Not on site-available locally 20 yards away.
Solarium - Available at Saltburn,Stokesley and Loftus Leisure Centres.
Tennis court - There is a public tennis court approximately half a mile away at King George V Playing Fields.
Water sports facilities - Surf equipment hire and instruction at Saltburn 4 miles away; sailing at nearby Scaling Dam; white water rafting, canoeing and other activities at the Tees Barrage, Stockton.

Payment Methods

Daily rates available - From £60-£95 per night, please enquire as there is a minimum number of nights with the daily rate.
Delta accepted - For online bookings.
Euros accepted
JCB accepted - For online booking
Maestro accepted - For online bookings.
MasterCard accepted - For online bookings.
Midweek breaks - Available on request.
Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
Visa accepted - For online bookings.
Weekend breaks - Available on request, please enquire.

Bookable Product Facilities

Cottage

CD Player
Central Heating
Colour Television
Drying Facilities
DVD Player
Freezer
Hairdryer
Ironing Facilities
Microwave
Non smoking units available
Radio
Telephone
Video
Washing Machine

Provider Facilities

Garden/patio for guests use - External rear courtyard with bistro table, chairs, bench, hanging baskets, pots and plants - a peaceful sunny space.
Linen available free of charge - All bath, bedroom and kitchen linen is provided with the hire of the cottage free of charge.
Linen provided - Free of charge, bath, bed and kitchen linen.
Linen provided for overseas visitors only - Free of charge, bath, bed and kitchen linen.
Public telephone - Incoming calls only, cordless telephones are situated in the lounge and bedroom.
Registered with One NorthEast - ONE North East registered accommodation

Target Markets

Marketed as green/environmentally friendly - Awarded the Silver grade by Green Tourism Business Scheme in March 2007 for our best practice in environmental, social and economic activities. Finalists for Yorkshire Tourist Board White Rose Awards 2007 in the category of Sustainable Tourism. We fully operate the Local Authority Recycling Scheme Council and take all the items away for recycling at the end of your stay. We use environmentally priendly products where possible, low energy light bulbs and purchase products for the cottage and welcome pack from local markets and suppliers where posible.
Marketed to any other specialist market - Captain Cook Tourism Association linking with the tour of the area, cyclists and walkers and those doing the National Trail the Cleveland Way.
Special provisions for cyclists - Cyclists Welcome accreditation from VisitBritain - secure storage on site for bikes, facilities, equipment and information available on site. Details of local cycling routes available in nearby Guisborough Forest from cottage and Forest Walkway Visitor Centre and beyond.
Special provisions for walkers - Walkers Welcome accreditation scheme from VisitBritain - secure storage on site for walking equipment; facilities, equipment and information available in the cottage to support walkers. There are many local leaflets for wlaks which encompass the industrial and archaeological history of the area, The Cleveland Way National Trail passes directly through Guisborough, Esk Valley Walk is nearby and Caost to Coast Route is nearby. Guisborough Forest and Walkway is a short distance away and offers splendid walks in the countryside, forest and routes nearby.