Book the beach break you’ve always dreamed of with a stay in the amazing holiday cottages near the popular seaside town of Scarborough.
Renowned as the original seaside resort town in England, Scarborough is a fantastic holiday destination on the North Yorkshire coast.
Bursting with historic charm and stunning views, Scarborough, Yorkshire offers an idyllic location for any seaside getaway. From sandy beaches to beautiful countryside – historic market towns to other attractions such as Scarborough Castle, you are sure to find enough fun to thrill the whole family on the rugged coastline of Scarborough, North Yorkshire.
Days out from Scarborough, Yorkshire can include trips to the dramatic landscapes of the North York Moors National Park or a charming village or two, such as Primrose Valley or Robin Hood’s Bay. If you’d rather stay local, there are plenty of sights to see within walking distance of the town centre. Treat yourself to a spa day at the Scarborough Spa, take a short stroll along the sea-front of Scarborough Beach or opt for donkey rides along the sandy beaches of South Bay and North Bay. No matter how you choose to spend your time on the North Yorkshire coast, a stay in Scarborough cottages will be an absolute ball!
Start dreaming and dig into Breakfree Holidays’ top picks for a self-catering holiday cottage getaway near Scarborough, North Yorkshire.
Top Holiday Cottage Beach-Breaks Near Scarborough
- Yew Tree Cottage (Westow, Yorkshire)
- The Barn (Hutton Buscel, Scarborough)
- 33 Hibernia Street (Scarborough, North Yorkshire)
- Forest View Cottage (Cloughton, Scarborough)
- Sailors & Mermaids (Scarborough, North Yorkshire)
Yew Tree Cottage
Location: Westow, Yorkshire
Great for: Scenic family getaways in a peaceful location close to the North York Moors National Park
Pack your bags and prepare for pure countryside bliss at Yew Tree Cottage. Situated in the charming and picturesque village of Westow, North York, this idyllic, 300-year-old stone cottage offers a relaxing retreat for families, couples and friends.
Located 30 miles from Scarborough in the Scarborough District, the village of Westow provides a unique home base for any Nort York holiday. Perched on the edge of the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and only a stone’s throw from the North York Moors National Park, holidays here are replete with natural beauty. Spend days trekking through the surrounding wilderness of the North York Moors, or pop into the vibrant cities of York and Malton, North Yorkshire.
If you’d like to make the trip to the centre of Scarborough, you’ll have a beautiful drive to enjoy. Make a beeline for Scarborough Beach, or get a taste of the town’s rich history at Scarborough Castle. There is a wide range of activities to pass the time with while in town, including aquariums, museums, shops and even waterparks, so it’s easy to make the most of a day out. Once you and the family are ready to call it a day, Yew Tree Cottage will be the perfect place to recharge.
Facilities: Yew Tree Cottage is a stunning self-catering accommodation with plenty of local amenities within walking distance. As far as holiday homes with history go, this property is an absolute gem, with almost 300 years of history held within its walls.
A gorgeous yellow stone exterior and front garden open up into a tastefully renovated and comfortably decorated interior, offering 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a large kitchen and cosy lounge and dining rooms. The bedrooms include a master bedroom, a guest bedroom and a twin bedroom, with extra cots available for little ones under 2 years old.
Curl up by the wood-burning stove and smart TV in the living room. Alternatively, open up the patio doors and head out to the lush private garden. On warmer days, you can even cook up a meal on the barbeque and dine alfresco on the outdoor dining table. Pure, holiday bliss.
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The Barn
Location: Hutton Buscel, Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Great for: A romantic retreat in a cosy cottage close to Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Get a real feel for the country life of North Yorkshire in this charming stone and pantile semi-detached barn conversion. The Barn is a dreamy hideaway that’s simply perfect for couples, with gorgeous wood beams, exposed brick and tasteful interior design that will woo any heart.
This self-catering cottage is located in Hutton Buscel, a gorgeous little village located only five miles from the bustling seaside town of Scarborough, North Yorkshire. This prime location ensures you have a peaceful place to unwind after exciting days out spent exploring the Yorkshire coast, but it’s still close enough to all the action that you won’t have to waste too much time driving.
A great day out can be found at North Bay in Scarborough. Take a stroll through Peasholm Park, or descend to the depths of the sea at the Scarborough Sea Life Centre. Afterwards, you can set up camp on the sandy beach, opting for a swim or kicking back with a good read. There are lots of other sandy spots in town too. Pack your bucket and spade and head down to Scarborough Beach, or make a furry friend and take a ride on one of the donkeys of South Beach.
If you’d rather keep some distance between you and the Scarborough town centre, the North York Moors National Park is practically on your doorstep! Traverse along the rugged coastline, over craggy hills and vast moorlands to your heart’s content. Keep your eyes peeled for the local wildlife too. Roe and fallow deer are often seen strolling in the early mornings and evenings, and there is an abundance of birdlife to spot.
The Scarborough district of North Yorkshire has so much to offer. It’s easy to see why the Scarborough District of North Yorkshire is one of the most popular destinations in England!
Facilities: The Barn is a one-bedroom cottage with one bathroom – ideal for couples looking to get away from it all, while still having the vibrant English seaside within arm’s reach. The cottage offers wonderfully tasteful yet rustic ground-floor accommodation, with a darling lofted mezzanine sitting area accessed by wooden ladder steps. Downstairs, you can cosy up by the woodburning stove tucked away in the original fireplace, or rustle up a romantic meal for two in the open-plan kitchen and dining area. The kitchen is well-equipped, with stylish features such as a duck egg blue Smeg fridge, a combination microwave oven and a ceramic hob.
If the weather isn’t quite cooperating during your stay, you’ll be well-looked after indoors with the TV (equipped with Freeview, a DVD player and a selection of DVDs), as well as a variety of books and free WiFi. However, if the sun breaks through, you can step outside into the private, furnished patio garden and soak up the rays.
33 Hibernia Street
Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Great for: Family fun in the heart of Scarborough, Yorkshire
Itching to stay in the thick of it all? 33 Hibernia Street could be the cottage for you! Situated in the centre of Scarborough, North Yorkshire, all the delights of the famous Yorkshire coast town are within walking distance. This means you’ll have easy access to a plethora of must-see attractions such as Peasholm Park, the Sea Life Centre and Scarborough Castle, as well as easy-breezy sandy beach days. Make a splash as you whoosh down the historic water chute, or visit one of the oldest built museums still operating in the UK, the Rotunda Museum. Even the outside of the museum is a spectacle in itself, with a unique curving shape suggested by the name. The museum is a Grade II* listed building, originally constructed in 1829, and it is well-worth a visit.
If you start to crave a bit more wide-open space and fresh air, take a short walk along a portion of the Cleveland Way, a 109 mile long walking route through the North York Moors National Park and the Scarborough District. Soak up the sparkling sea views as you trek along coast, moorland and heath, stop off for a dip at Robin Hood’s Bay and simply savour all the stunning scenery of the Yorkshire coast.
Facilities: When you’re tuckered out from all the Scarborough holiday fun, 33 Hibernia Street will be waiting for you with a warm welcome. 6 guests can sleep throughout the 3 bedrooms in the cottage, ranging from 1 super-king-size bedroom, 1 single bedroom and 1 family room with a super-king-size and single bed for the taking. The cottage is bright and airy, with modern and tasteful touches throughout. Spend warm evenings dining alfresco in the private garden, or curl up on the leather sofas and pop some Netflix on the large telly. This is the perfect place to get your fill of rest and play while holidaying on the Yorkshire coast.
Forest View Cottage
Location: Cloughton, Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Great for: A romantic getaway for 2 on the edge of the North York Moors
Step into the cosy village of Cloughton, situated on the perimeter of the North York Moors and less than 5 miles from Scarborough. This sweet and sleepy village provides easy access to all the essentials you’ll need, including a farm shop and 4 pubs, as well as the perfect blend of countryside and coast.
All of the attractions of the Scarborough district of North Yorkshire are at your fingertips, so if you can pull yourself away from your delightful home-from-home, step outside and start exploring! Stay active on the beautiful walking trails of the North Riding Forest Park and the North Yorkshire Moors, or chill out on the sprawling sandy beaches of Scarborough. Anyone up for a donkey ride on the beach?
The popular town of Whitby is also nearby, offering an additional surplus of beaches, restaurants and attractions to tickle your fancy. Potter about the shops, catch a wave or two and check another bustling English resort town off your bucket list.
Facilities: After a long day of sightseeing, Forest View Cottage is the perfect place to retire. Forest View Cottage is a studio-style property sleeping only 2 guests, with an open-plan double bed bedroom, kitchen, dining area and lounge. The kitchen is well-equipped, making self-catering a breeze. Rustle up a delicious meal for two using the electric oven and hob, microwave and fridge/freezer, and dig into your homemade delicacies outside on the picnic table in the private garden. Alternatively, take it easy and grab a bite at one of the local pubs. Afterwards, you can cosy up with a movie on the TV, and call it a night. Sounds pretty relaxing, right?
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Sailors & Mermaids
Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Great for: A fun-filled Scarborough family holiday with sea views
Hunting down a Scarborough property with a sea view? Sailors & Mermaids is the place for you! Situated in a beautiful area of central Scarborough known as Esplanade, this second-floor apartment makes for an exceedingly special stay.
With South Beach just a short walk away, beach days are absolutely effortless from here. After a long day filled with sun, sand and sea, it’s a priceless luxury to be only a few minutes’ walk from your cosy accommodation.
The attractions of the town centre are also just outside your front door. This means you can spend the most time having fun, without having to navigate any difficult commutes.
When you need a break from all the sand and sun, Scarborough, Yorkshire offers plenty of other amusements to entertain too. Museums, waterparks, aquariums and restaurants galore are yours to explore!
Travel back in time at Scarborough Castle, get your fill of thrills at Alpamare Waterpark or catch a one-of-a-kind performance at the Open Air Theatre. If the kids are eager for even more thrills, the delights of Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo are just around the corner! Spend a day hitting the rides and admiring a wide variety of creatures before heading back to your beautiful self-catering accommodation for the night.
Facilities: Sailors & Mermaids is a spacious and airy second-floor accommodation that’s perfect for a family of 5. The property has 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size with an en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC and 1 with a triple bunk. There is an additional family bathroom that features a bath, shower, basin and WC. At the centre of the bright and modern apartment, you’ll find an open-plan living area with a modern kitchen and dining area, lounge and even an electric fire. As this is a self-catering property, the kitchen is well-equipped, so when you need a night in, cooking up delicious meals is a delight. Permit parking is provided for 1 car, making your Scarborough holiday that much easier! What’s not to love?
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Book the Best Holiday Cottages Near Scarborough
Are you ready to escape to a beautiful cottage in the Scarborough District? With dramatic coastline, beach, exciting family attractions and outdoor activities aplenty, holidays near Scarborough offer something for everyone. From the watery depths of the Sea Life Centre to the thrilling heights of the historical water chute ride – the expansive landscapes of the North York Moors National Park to the beautiful bays of the North Yorkshire coast, each day here offers something brand new.
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