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£550,000Guide price

Esplanade Road, Scarborough, YO11 2AS

11bedrooms
10bathrooms
Terracedtype
Freeholdtenure

Listed 28 Sept 2026 · Scarborough

How the price compares

This home£550,000
Median 11 bed in Scarborough£550k2 homes listed
Difference0%in line with the area

Key features

  • Prime location with gorgeous sea views
  • Shared reception rooms on the ground floor
  • Planning approved for five holiday lets.
  • Stunning period details throughout, such as fireplaces, cornicing and sash windows
  • Walking distance to South Bay Beach, Spa, Cliff Lift
  • Proven holiday let potential in Scarborough’s high-demand tourism sector
  • Perfect for investors, boutique hoteliers or multigenerational families.

About this home

Exceptional Victorian coastal investment with stunning sea views and full planning permission for six holiday lets plus three B&B rooms, moments from Scarborough’s South Bay.

Guide Price £550,000 - £560,000

Occupying a position with unbeatable sea views across Scarborough’s South Bay, Bay House is a striking Victorian residence offering rare versatility, timeless architecture, and a substantial income potential. Whether you’re seeking an established coastal investment, a boutique hospitality venture, or a multigenerational home, this landmark property delivers on every front.

The layout has been thoughtfully designed to accommodate a blend of private living, guest use, and revenue generation. It currently comprises of: • Lower Ground Floor: One-bedroom apartment with garden access • Ground Floor: Large Sea view reception room, an additional bedroom with an en-suite, guest WC, and a private-use bar lounge with access to the lower ground floor • First Floor: One rear bedroom and a separate one-bedroom apartment featuring an open-plan kitchen/living space and stunning sea views • Top Two Floors: Full planning permission in place for a further five holiday lets and 3 bed & breakfast rooms, offering significant short-term rental income potential

This is a rare opportunity to secure a seafront property that not only showcases character features but also provides a clear pathway for continued or expanded income. Whether you’re looking for a rewarding lifestyle business, to expand a holiday let portfolio, or create a luxurious residence for multigenerational family living, Bay House presents an outstanding canvas in one of Scarborough’s most prestigious locations.

Outside, residents and guests can enjoy all the charms of Esplanade Road — with South Bay Beach, the Cliff Lift, Scarborough Spa, and the Italian Gardens just a short stroll away. The town’s renowned cultural attractions, including the Rotunda Museum and Stephen Joseph Theatre, as well as its eclectic mix of cafés, restaurants, and seafront walks, are all within easy reach.

Property Details Part A • Tenure: Freehold • Council Tax Band: A • EPC Rating: 71 (C)

Part B • Bedrooms: 11 • Bathrooms: 10 • Reception Rooms: 3 • Parking: On-street parking, residents permit £30 per annum, very quiet one-way street, but garage at rear.

Part C (Material Information - Vendor Advised) Building Safety: • No known structural or building safety concerns. • Vendor confirms asbestos remediation was carried out in 2013; minor asbestos material remains on the lower ground floor, currently deemed safe if left undisturbed. Restrictions & Rights: • No known restrictive covenants, rights of way, or easements. Flood & Erosion Risk: • Not in a known flood risk or erosion area. Planning Permission: • Full permission for 5 holiday lets with 3 extra guest rooms at rear. First floor already completed. Accessibility: • Standard access via front and rear. Coal & Fuel Mining Risk: • No known risk. (Area not within a designated Coal Authority reporting zone.) Heating Type: • Gas central heating throughout. • Two gas fireplaces installed in 2023. Electric: • Mains electricity connected. • Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) issued in 2023. Drainage: • Connected to mains drainage. Broadband: • Full Fibre broadband available. • (Check coverage: Openreach Fibre Checker)

Upon receipt of any offer these steps will follow. 1. Any offer put forward will be qualified by Anita, our independent financial advisor who will give you a call to discuss how you will be funding this purchase. 2. We require proof of your finances for your purchase. This will be evidence of where your cash is held e.g. bank statement, proof of mortgage/mortgage in principal or if your finances are from a sale on a property, we will require details of your solicitor acting for you to confirm. 3. Once a sale is agreed you will then be required to provide solicitor details. We can provide you with a competitive conveyancing quote. 4. Further documents required from you in person are: photo ID (passport/driving licence) and proof of current address dated within the last 3 months (utility bill, council tax or mortgage statement).

Property details

Property type
Terraced
Council tax band
A
Tenure
Freehold
Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes
Heating
Gas central
Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply

Floorplan

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Location

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  • Scarborough Station0.6 mi
  • Seamer Station2.4 mi
  • Filey Station6.1 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in YO11 over the last 12 months: semi-detached £193k · flat £125k · terraced £169k · detached £290k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
Flat 4, 55, Esplanade Road
Scarborough YO11 2AT
Flat
Freehold
14 Jul 2026£125,000
Flat 3, 55, Esplanade Road
Scarborough YO11 2AT
Flat
Freehold
15 May 2026£130,000
Flat 4, 35, Esplanade Road
Scarborough YO11 2AT
Flat
Freehold
6 Nov 2025£85,000
Flat 2, 36, Esplanade Road
Scarborough YO11 2AU
Flat
Leasehold
12 Sept 2025£190,000
23 Esplanade Road
Scarborough YO11 2AS
Other
Freehold
31 Jul 2025£427,500
40 Esplanade Road
Scarborough YO11 2AU
Flat
Freehold
27 May 2025£77,500
Flat 1, Anthony Court, 57, Esplanade Road
Scarborough YO11 2AT
Flat
Freehold
16 Apr 2025£135,000
Ground Floor Flat, 17, Esplanade Road
Scarborough YO11 2AS
Flat
Freehold
6 Feb 2025£225,000
Flat 2, 36, Esplanade Road
Scarborough YO11 2AU
Flat
Leasehold
28 Aug 2024£110,000
Ground Floor Flat, 35, Esplanade Road
Scarborough YO11 2AT
Flat
Freehold
6 Aug 2024£158,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in YO11

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£2,751£55,000 deposit · £495,000 loan
Stamp Duty£17,500England rates

Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.

Listed by Fine & Country, York on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 28 Sept 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 28/09/2026.

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