Coastal cottages and self catering in North Yorkshire, North East England

Meadowsweet Cottage, Scalby, North Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £408 to £ 897

Self catering accommodation in Scalby sleeps 6.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Easy Walk access • Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Situated beside the North Yorkshire Moors National Park yet only 3 miles from Scarborough’s golden beaches this cluster of five high quality holiday cottages enjoy views over open meadowland Scarborough Castle and the sea. Full of charm character and original features the cottages are well-equipped stylish and comfortable – all the bedrooms have en-suite facilities. The rear lawned and enclosed garden with patio garden furniture and shared barbecue has a western aspect ideal for evening relaxation whilst the front lawned gardens overlook the countryside and sea. Scalby a lovely rural village with a historic church café/restaurant shops and two local inns is only a fifteen-minute walk from the cottages and if visitors can bear to leave the comfort and special tranquillity of Barmoor it is ideally located for walking cycling or touring the glorious forests moorland and seascapes which are virtually on the doorstep. Each cottage offers a ‘Drive/walk good food guide’ compiled by the owners to maximise visitors’ holiday enjoyment. Among Scarborough’s many attractions are a Sea Life Centre and Theatre in the Round (offering productions and films for all ages) as well as plenty of restaurants cafés and evening entertainment. Sea trips are available from the harbour and coarse fishing is enjoyed at nearby Throxenby Mere. The Forge Valley Woodland Reserve lies half a mile’s walk from the cottages and quiet lanes lead directly to Langdale Forest. Golf courses and riding stables are found locally and the more energetic might like to tackle the nearby Cleveland Way long distance footpath with its stunning views over land and sea. The inviting moorland countryside and picturesque villages of ‘Heartbeat’ fame are a joy to explore and a trip on the North York Moors steam railway is a must. A 30-minute drive up the coast leads to the many delights of Robin Hood’s Bay and the old port of Whitby a fascinating historic town traditionally associated with Count Dracula and in whose attractive harbour tall ships often lie at anchor. The great houses of Sledmere Burton Agnes and Castle Howard are all within 20 miles of the cottages.

Accommodation Detail

3 steps to entrance. Ground floor: Living room/dining room/kitchen area with beams. 1 twin bedroom with en-suite shower room and toilet. First floor: 2 bedrooms: 1 double with high vaulted ceiling and en-suite bathroom with shower over bath and toilet 1 single with sloping ceiling and en-suite bathroom and toilet. Z-bed (for child) available.

Eversfield, Whitby, North Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 12
Weekly prices from £868 to £ 2082

Self catering accommodation in Whitby sleeps 12.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Short Breaks • Games Room • Detached Proper

Accommodation overview: This imposing Edwardian country house has been fully refurbished to a high standard and stands in its own garden overlooking sheep grazing the common at Goathland, whilst the views of moors and forest may be enjoyed from the west-facing terrace. Set in the village of Goathland, perhaps better known as Aidensfield from the TV series Heartbeat, in the heart of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, it is in an excellent area for walking – the North Yorks Moors steam railway stops at the village station on its journey from Pickering to Grosmont.
Whitby (9 miles) is a picturesque seaport famous for its Captain Cook connections, where the cobbled streets and yards stand in the shadow of the Abbey, overlooking the harbour. The three miles of sandy beaches lead to the pretty coastal village of Sandsend. Robin Hood’s Bay (renowned as a bygone smugglers’ haunt), Runswick Bay and Staithes are all worth a visit. Inland, the moors are scattered with villages, many with excellent inns. Goathland itself offers an excellent choice of inns and restaurants, in addition to a local shop. Scarborough 23 miles. York 38 miles. Shops 500 yards.

Entrance hall. Cloakroom/toilet. Spacious dining hall with original pitch-pine panelling staircase. Living room with TV leading to a large conservatory. Spacious drawing room with TV, open fire and window seats with stunning views. Spacious, well-equipped kitchen with breakfast area. Utility. Covered passage leading to games room. First floor: Double bedroom with 5ft four-poster bed, TV, dressing room, sauna and en-suite bathroom with large spa bath, shower cubicle and toilet. Further double bedroom. Twin bedroom (zip and link beds). Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Second floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed, TV and additional single bed (for +1). Twin bedroom with additional single bed (for +1). Shower room and toilet.

Sharrowhead Cottage, Robin Hoods Bay, North Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £341 to £ 674

Self catering accommodation in Robin Hoods Bay sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Pub near by sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Tucked away at the end of one of the quaint alleys in the picturesque seaside village of Robin Hood’s Bay (right photograph) this enchanting beamed fisherman’s cottage is perfect for year round breaks. Boasting a comfortable contemporary interior it sits within 50 yards of pubs cafés shops and the lovely beach and just 5 miles from popular Whitby a fascinating harbour town associated with Captain Cook tall ships and the Dracula legend. Travel to Pickering by steam train and the beautiful moorlands from Whitby – or York is an hour’s drive. Riding and cycle hire locally.

Accommodation Detail

Lower ground floor: Dining area/kitchen. Open-sided stairs to ground floor: Living room. Steep narrow spiral stairs to first floor: 1 double bedroom. Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet. Very steep stairs to second floor: 1 twin bedroom.

White Rose Cottage, Whitby, North Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £257 to £ 488

Self catering accommodation in Whitby sleeps 2.

Features include: • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Short Breaks • Games Room • Cottage Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: Set in a peaceful location on a 200-acre estate and with commanding views over countryside and coastline, this stone cottage has been thoughtfully renovated and has its own small garden. Adjoining the owner’s home, it is accessed by a ½-mile private drive and lies in the National Park with superb walking from the door. Just 1 mile from the village, it is 2 miles from Robin Hood’s Bay – a picturesque village and renowned former smugglers’ haunt. With its 3 miles of sandy beaches, cliff-top golf course, and colourful harbour and marina, the historic seaport of Whitby lies just 6 miles distant and Scarborough, 16 miles. The Esk Valley Railway also runs from Whitby, and the North York Moors Steam Railway from Grosmont, 12 miles. York 48 miles. Shops and pub 1 mile.

Entrance hall with dining area and feature flagstone floor. Kitchen. First floor: Living room with electric ‘wood burner’. Double bedroom with gently sloping ceiling. Bathroom with Victorian roll-top bath and toilet.

Seacrest, Whitby, North Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £372 to £ 962

Self catering accommodation in Whitby sleeps 4.

Features include: • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Pub near by • Short Breaks • Games Room • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: This delightful 18th-century mariner’s cottage (blue cottage in photo) is in an enviable location in Whitby’s conservation area, at the foot of 199 steps leading up to St Mary’s church and the abbey ruins. Seacrest offers stunning sea views from the top two floors and a stylish interior with antique furniture and a wealth of period detail. Tate Hill Sands are a meagre 50 yards away. Whitby boasts a 3-mile stretch of award-winning beaches, clifftop golf course and eclectic mix of shops, inns, tea rooms, restaurants, museums and art galleries. The smugglers coves of Robin Hoods Bay and Staithes are easily accessible. Shop and pub 20 yards.

Lower ground floor: Spacious living room with electric ‘wood burner’. Narrow winding stairs to ground floor: Dining room with original wood-panelled walls. Compact kitchen. Narrow winding stairs to first floor: Twin bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Narrow winding stairs to second floor: Double bedroom with antique bed and vaulted ceiling. Beamed throughout.

Low Callis Granary, Pocklington, North Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £330 to £ 611

Self catering accommodation in Pocklington sleeps 5.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Easy Walking Access • Short Breaks • Games Room • Detached Property • Cottage S

Accommodation overview: Beautifully converted and restored to the E.T.C. ‘4 Star’ standard, Low Callis Granary boasts its own enclosed garden in an idyllic elevated location with spectacular scenery. It is set down a country track which passes through the woodland and fields of the farmers’ outstanding organic farm. Pocklington 4 miles. York 15 miles. Filey’s beaches 20 miles. Shops 5 miles, pub 2½ miles.

Large, beamed, open-plan living/dining room with farmhouse-style kitchen, rugs on stone-flagged floor and French door to garden and terrace. Double bedroom with antique bed and en-suite shower room with walk-in shower and toilet. First floor: Dressing room with sofa-bed (for +1) leading to twin bedroom with additional TV. Bathroom with Victorian roll-top bath and toilet. All first-floor rooms have spectacular valley views and sloping ceiling.

Sunnyside, Whitby, North Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £362 to £ 962

Self catering accommodation in Whitby sleeps 5.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Pub near by • Short Breaks • Games Room • C

Accommodation overview: Steeped in history, this charming cottage dates back to 1750 and is peacefully located in an elevated position with breathtaking views across the conservation valley and to the sea. It lies just a short stroll from the heart of the picturesque village and 3-mile stretch of glorious beach leading to historic Whitby. Robin Hoods Bay, Runswick Bay and Staithes are also worth a visit, whilst the North Yorkshire Moors National Park is just a short drive. An idyllic holiday location at any time of year. Shops 250 yards.

Large beamed open-plan living room with open fire and step down to well-equipped kitchen/dining room. Step down to external utility/shower room with toilet. Stairs from living room to first floor: Two double bedrooms, one with 5ft bed. Single bedroom. Bathroom with toilet.

Brompton Lodge, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, North East England

Sleeps 9
Weekly prices from £790 to £ 2326

Self catering accommodation in Scarborough sleeps 9.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Swimming Pool • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Short Breaks • Games Room • Detached Property • Cottag

Accommodation overview: Featuring its own indoor heated swimming pool, this spacious attractive house with surrounding garden, stands in a hamlet on the edge of the Yorkshire Wolds. Well equipped and comfortable, it boasts spacious rooms and all modern comforts, making a superb family holiday base.
Just 10 miles away to the east lies the wonderful North Yorkshire coastline. Filey has a wide sandy beach which shelves gently into the sea, whilst the resort of Scarborough, popular with families, offers an excellent choice of restaurants and a theatre. Magnificent Flamborough Head with its bird sanctuary is 18 miles. The historic sea port of Whitby (25 miles), where the legendary Captain Cook learned his trade, has a beautiful new marina. The old town is a jumble of narrow streets, with ancient houses and little craft shops, and above the town, high on a headland, are the jagged ruins of Whitby Abbey, still an impressive sight.
Inland is the market town of Malton, where a museum houses finds from the Roman camp which once stood here. Five miles to the west, Castle Howard, one of England’s grandest houses, is well worth a visit. Surrounded by magnificent parkland, it contains fine furniture and paintings, as well as Britain’s largest private collection of dress from the 17th-century to the present day. The attractive town of Pickering at the southern foot of the moors, is home to the North Yorkshire Moors Steam Railway, which travels across Heartbeat country. The city of York can be reached in an hour or so, with its superb museums, excellent shops and splendid Minster. Flamingo Land and Ayton Castle are also nearby. There is an excellent golf course at Ganton (2 miles) and first-class riding stables at Snainton (7 miles). Good pubs and restaurants can be found in the surrounding villages. Village shop 1 mile, supermarket 3 miles.

Large entrance hall. Large comfortable sitting-room. Spacious dining room. Modern fitted kitchen with breakfast area and French doors to patio. Utility room with door leading to swimming pool with sitting area. Cloakroom with toilet. First floor: Two double bedrooms each with en-suite shower room and toilet. and one with 5ft bed. Two twin bedrooms, each with Vanitory unit and one with 2ft 6in zip-together beds. Single bedroom. Bathroom with toilet.