South Bay Garden Apartment

Welcome to South Bay Garden Apartment – your perfect seaside escape in Scarborough!


Our spacious, modern, and pet-friendly holiday home is just a short stroll from the beach. With two comfortable double bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and a private enclosed garden, it’s ideal for families, couples, and dog lovers. Whether you're here to relax, explore the coast, or enjoy local attractions, you'll find everything you need for a memorable stay.

Frequently Asked Questions About South Bay Garden Apartment, Scarborough

  • How close is South Bay Garden Apartment to Scarborough beach, town centre and Spa?

    South Bay Garden Apartment is within easy walking distance of Scarborough’s South Bay beach, town centre and Scarborough Spa.


    Guests can leave through the apartment’s private enclosed garden, continue through the communal gardens and exit directly onto Valley Road, providing a convenient route towards the beach, Spa and town centre.


    Scarborough railway station is also within walking distance, making the apartment a practical choice for guests arriving by train.


  • How many guests does South Bay Garden Apartment sleep, and what are the bed arrangements?

    South Bay Garden Apartment sleeps up to four guests in two spacious bedrooms, with comfortable Hypnos mattresses and a proper adult-length bed for every guest—there are no bunk beds or sofa beds.


    The standard arrangement is one super king bed and two single beds. On request, the bedrooms can instead be prepared as a super king and a king, or as four separate adult-length beds.


    This flexible arrangement makes the apartment suitable for families, two couples, friends or colleagues travelling together. Please select your preferred bed arrangement during the online Guest Check-In before arrival.



  • Is South Bay Garden Apartment suitable for families with children?

    Yes. South Bay Garden Apartment is a family-friendly holiday apartment in Scarborough, sleeping up to four guests across two spacious bedrooms. Children have proper adult-length beds rather than bunk beds or a sofa bed, and a travel cot is available on request.


    The apartment also has a private enclosed garden, indoor and outdoor dining areas, a fully equipped kitchen, separate freezer, washing machine and plenty of storage in the boot room—particularly useful for pushchairs, beach equipment and everything families bring with them.


  • Is South Bay Garden Apartment suitable for friends or two couples?

    Yes. South Bay Garden Apartment has two separate, spacious bedrooms, making it ideal for friends, two couples or colleagues visiting Scarborough together.


    The bedrooms can be arranged as a super king and a king, the standard arrangement of one super king and two single beds, or four separate adult-length beds. Every guest sleeps in a proper bed—there are no bunk beds or sofa beds.


    Please select your preferred arrangement during the online Guest Check-In before arrival.


  • Does South Bay Garden Apartment have a private garden?

    Yes. South Bay Garden Apartment has its own private enclosed garden, accessed directly from the apartment, with comfortable outdoor seating and space for dining outside.


    A gate leads from the private garden into the communal gardens, where guests can follow the path and steps down to Valley Road for convenient access towards Scarborough Spa, South Bay beach and the town centre.


  • Is South Bay Garden Apartment dog-friendly?

    Yes. South Bay Garden Apartment is a dog-friendly holiday apartment in Scarborough, and up to two dogs are welcome to stay. The apartment has its own private enclosed garden, and we provide a welcome pack for our four-legged guests.


    Please tell us that you are bringing a dog when booking or through your online Guest Check-In. Dogs must not be left unattended in the apartment at any time, and owners are responsible for cleaning up after them both inside the property and in the garden.


  • What facilities and amenities are included at South Bay Garden Apartment in Scarborough?

    South Bay Garden Apartment has a fully equipped kitchen, separate freezer, washing machine, free Wi-Fi, indoor and outdoor dining areas, two comfortable seating areas with Smart TVs, a private enclosed garden and plenty of storage in the boot room.


    There are two spacious bedrooms with comfortable Hypnos mattresses. The standard arrangement is one super king bed and two single beds, but they can also be prepared as two large double beds or four full-size single beds.  Both bedrooms also have their own seating, and the twin bedroom has a convenient washbasin.


    Please request your preferred arrangement when booking. A travel cot is also available on request.


  • What kitchen and laundry facilities are available at South Bay Garden Apartment?

    South Bay Garden Apartment has a fully equipped kitchen for self-catering stays, along with a dishwasher along with a separate freezer and washing machine.


    There is a dedicated indoor dining area as well as outdoor dining space in the private garden. The boot room provides plenty of additional storage for shopping, luggage, pushchairs, walking equipment and beach belongings.


  • Does South Bay Garden Apartment have free Wi-Fi and Smart TVs?

    Yes. South Bay Garden Apartment has free superfast fibre broadband throughout the property, ideal for streaming, browsing, remote working and keeping everyone connected during your stay.


    The apartment also has two separate seating areas, each with its own Smart TV, giving families and groups space to relax together or enjoy different programmes.



  • Is parking available at South Bay Garden Apartment in Scarborough?

    Yes. On-street permit parking is available on Grosvenor Road directly outside South Bay Garden Apartment, and one scratchcard parking permit is included with your stay.


    Parking is usually very easy, including during the summer, and spaces are normally available within one or two bays of the apartment. Spaces cannot be reserved or guaranteed. If you are travelling with more than one car, additional parking permits can be purchased through your personalised guest guide before arrival.


  • Can I stay at South Bay Garden Apartment without a car?

    Yes. South Bay Garden Apartment is a convenient choice for a car-free stay in Scarborough. Scarborough railway station is within walking distance, and the apartment is well placed for exploring the town on foot.


    From the apartment’s private garden, guests can continue through the communal gardens and exit directly onto Valley Road. This provides a convenient walking route towards Scarborough town centre, South Bay beach, Scarborough Spa, shops, cafés and local attractions.


  • What Scarborough attractions are close to South Bay Garden Apartment?

    South Bay Garden Apartment is well placed for visiting Scarborough’s South Bay beach, Scarborough Spa, town centre, harbour and seafront attractions.


    Guests can walk through the gardens and exit onto Valley Road for a convenient route towards the beach, Spa and town. Scarborough’s North Bay, Peasholm Park, Open Air Theatre and other attractions are also easily reached by car or public transport.


  • Is South Bay Garden Apartment a good place to stay for Scarborough events?

    South Bay Garden Apartment is well placed for visiting Scarborough’s South Bay beach, Scarborough Spa, town centre, harbour and seafront attractions.


    Guests can walk through the gardens and exit onto Valley Road for a convenient route towards the beach, Spa and town. Scarborough’s North Bay, Peasholm Park, Open Air Theatre and other attractions are also easily reached by car or public transport.


  • Does South Bay Garden Apartment have step-free access?

    No. South Bay Garden Apartment is a lower-ground-floor apartment in a Victorian building set into the side of a hill, so there are steps on both access routes and it is not suitable for guests who require step-free access.


    The steps leading around the main building to the apartment’s garden entrance are wide and well lit. The alternative route to Valley Road passes through the communal gardens and includes a slope and further steps.


  • What are the check-in and check-out times at South Bay Garden Apartment?

    Standard check-in is from 4pm, and check-out is by 10am.


    Subject to availability, an early check-in from 2pm can be purchased for £20 through your personalised guest guide. Late check-out options may also be available to purchase there.


    We cannot normally accommodate arrivals before 2pm because our cleaning team needs sufficient time to prepare the apartment thoroughly between guests.

  • Can I arrange a celebration package for my stay?

    Yes. Celebration packages can be arranged at South Bay Garden Apartment for birthdays, anniversaries and other special occasions.


    After booking, you will receive access to your personalised guest guide, where you can view the available celebration options and purchase your chosen package before arrival. Please arrange this in advance so everything can be prepared for your stay.