Browsing for the best holiday cottages near Hull? The following cottages will kickstart your Yorkshire getaway, whether it’s pet-friendly, family-friendly or adults-only.
With Hull as your base in Yorkshire, it’s unlikely you’ll find yourself twiddling your thumbs.
Set along the river Hull and the Humber estuary, the port city has a reputation for insightful cultural attractions such as free museums and galleries. Surrounded by the East Riding of Yorkshire, the action doesn’t just take place in the city either; there are lively seaside resorts, market towns, and wild coastlines all a short drive away from Hull.
You might begin the day in the Museums Quarter in Hull’s old town, where the Streetlife Museum has recreated a 1940s high street, tram and carriage rides. Peer into the city’s maritime past at The Hull Maritime Museum, before taking in the history of the slave trade in the Wilberforce House Museum. Once you’ve paid a visit to the city’s aquarium too, the excitement continues across the East Riding of Yorkshire, whether it’s with simple seaside amusements on the Yorkshire coast, rambles over the Yorkshire Wolds or North York Moors or visiting the market town and foodie haven of Beverley. Holiday cottages in Yorkshire are primed to take it all in.
The Top 8 Self-Catering Cottages near Hull:
1. 2 Lane End Cottages (Coniston, East Riding of Yorkshire)
2. Green Marsh Farm (Thorngumbald, Vale of York)
3. 3 The Fairway (Cottingham, Vale of York)
4. Yew Tree Cottage (Westow, Yorkshire)
5. 19 High Street (North Ferriby, Vale of York)
6. The Old Chapel (Great Hatfield, Hornsea)
7. Sunnyside (Goxhill, Barrow-Upon-Humber)
8. 2 Moor Farm Cottages (Hornsea, Vale of York)
2 Lane End Cottages
Location: Coniston, East Riding of Yorkshire
Best for: A pet-friendly rural break just north of Hull
Surrounded by seemingly-endless miles of East Yorkshire countryside, 2 Lane End Cottages ranks highly as one of the East Riding’s most serene holiday cottages. As a six-person self-catering property, this particular holiday home has plenty of space for families. Stroll through the wooden gate and down the gravel drive, and it should be immediately evident that the cottage has some exceptional rural views on both sides. At the back of the cottage, the lawn is separated from scenic farmland by just a hedgerow, meaning that you get the full rural Yorkshire experience without sacrificing any comfort.
Based on the outskirts of Coniston, a village north of Hull, it’s just a 15-minute drive from 2 Lane End Cottages into the city centre. If you’re a golfer at heart, there’s a golf course within walking distance of 2 Lane End Cottages perfect for a day of teeing off. The property’s bike storage is ideal for the countryside setting too. There are country lanes surrounding the home and local trails include the Hornsea Rail Trail, which provides a relaxed – or invigorating – pedal.
Facilities: There’s a lot to like about the facilities at 2 Lane End Cottages. For one, the East Riding cottage is dog-friendly, meaning that your furry family member doesn’t need to be left out of the special occasion. Tastefully furnished with a small woodburning stove, plant pots, cosy sofa spreads and sage kitchen cupboards, the Hull cottage has a homely feel too. Freshen up for the day in the modern bathroom, which has both a bath and a shower, before channelling your inner chef in the kitchen, which has an electric oven and hob. The back garden might call you next, since there is furniture well-positioned to take in the scenery. A shed and bike storage are provided too.
Green Marsh Farm
Location: Thorngumbald, Vale of York
Best for: A pet-friendly 1700s farmhouse 20 minutes’ drive from Hull
Another excellent holiday home for those wanting a rural Yorkshire experience is Green Marsh Farm, a 1700s farmhouse on the edge of Thorngumbald only a 20 minutes’ drive away from Hull. The Hull holiday cottage may be over 300 years old, but it most definitely does not lack sufficient modern conveniences. On the contrary, there’s a large smart TV strung over the woodburning stove in the open-plan dining and living room, a modern conservatory and perhaps best of all, a luxurious hot tub a few steps outside of the conservatory.
The location is just as spectacular as the interior. Thorngumbald is situated midway between the city of Hull and the lively Yorkshire coast, so it’s as easy to visit the city’s attractions as it is to build sandcastles in Withernsea or paddle along the beach in Hornsea.
Facilities: Set yourself up for the evening in the courtyard at the back of Green Marsh Farm, enjoying an aperitif underneath the wooden shelter or an open-air soak in the hot tub. The living room has a quirky feel, which is partly down to the vibrant cushions and patterned wallpaper that have been paired with a chandelier and a small woodburning stove. If you’re hungry when you arrive, the designated chef in the family can begin to cook up a storm using the electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge and freezer. Alternatively, there are a couple of village pubs a short stroll away if you’d rather let a professional sort out the slicing and dicing. Two well-behaved dogs are permitted at the property, and there are plenty of tempting trails out in the surrounding countryside for dog walks.
3 The Fairway
Location: Cottingham, Vale of York
Best for: A five-person chalet with a private hot tub
Chalets aren’t just for Switzerland. This is the first thing you’ll learn when you arrive at 3 The Fairway. The log cabin is based in Cottingham, an area on the outskirts of Hull, and forms part of the luxurious Cottingham Parks Golf & Leisure Club and the Skidby Lakes Golf Club. While golfers will feel especially at home, it’s also a great holiday home for anyone who has been searching for centrally-located Hull holiday cottages. To add to its long list of conveniences, the site has a selection of communal areas geared towards your relaxation, including a gym, sauna, indoor swimming pool and golf course. If you’re not busy clinking glasses and sharing chocolates in the hot tub at your property, there’s also an on-site bar and restaurant.
When it’s time to head into the city of Hull, the Ferens Art Gallery and The Deep Aquarium are just a 20 minutes’ drive from the property. Northwards, it’s a 15-minute drive to reach Beverley, the market capital of Yorkshire. Whether you visit Beverley for the race day at the Beverly Racecourse, to browse a few boutiques or to visit the 13th-century Beverley Minster, the attractions are all within easy reach.
Facilities: The bungalow-style chalet has two bedrooms, a bathroom and an en suite to choose from. Spread all across one spacious floor, guests are by no means cramped in. On the contrary, the property fits five guests overall, and the double bedroom has its very own en suite bathroom with a walk-in shower and additional TV. Just as you’d expect from a chalet-style stay, there’s a homely atmosphere all-around, which extends from the fire-effect electric fire and leather sofas to the oak-coloured kitchen cupboards and the rattan set of furniture on the wooden balcony. The hot tub is the biggest splash of luxury and completes the set of modern conveniences.
Yew Tree Cottage
Location: Westow, Yorkshire
Best for: A welcoming stone cottage in a rural setting an hour’s drive from Hull
While there are many holiday cottages in the immediate area around Hull, you might also want to discover the historic East Riding of Yorkshire, the Howardian Hills and foodie-friendly Malton. Yew Tree Cottage is the perfect holiday home for a rural break under an hour’s drive from Hull. Within driving distance of five big spots including the city, the Howardian Hills, North Riding Forest Park, the North York Moors and the Yorkshire coast, the cottage couldn’t be more conveniently located for families of six seeking outdoor activities.
Just as attractive as its location is the old-world feel of Yew Tree Cottage. Built from stone and equipped with a lounge and dining area where fireplaces and exposed beams are the centres of attention, the cottage is traditionally-styled. Guests will be poised to fry their morning eggs and bacon in the characterful kitchen; the two products come as part of the welcome hamper containing products from local farmers. Then, they can make their break into the Yorkshire Wolds on foot, on bike or even on a horse’s back.
Facilities: With a belly full of the tea, coffee, cake, milk, fresh bread, eggs and bacon that’s provided in the welcome hamper, you should feel full of energy when you explore the Westow area. Save the bottle of wine in the hamper for the evening, when you might take one of the board games into the garden or rustle up a barbecue. There are DVDs, baby books, soft and sensory toys, a Play Station 2 and smart TVs to entertain kids of all different ages. After scrubbing up with the organic bathroom products, which are laced with ginger root and geranium, take your pick from the master, guest or twin bedrooms. Kids under two can be put to bed in the two travel cots provided, while toddlers can retire to the ready beds with bed rails.
19 High Street
Location: North Ferriby, Vale of York
Best for: A three-storey townhouse welcoming pets
East of Hull along the Humber Estuary, 19 High Street has all the hallmarks of a thoroughly relaxing, pet-friendly Yorkshire getaway. This holiday cottage isn’t your typical thatched cottage, but instead, a tall, three-story townhouse in North Ferriby packed with character and modern comforts. All of the rooms are bright and airy, but if you’re craving some additional fresh air, the back courtyard has a table and chairs. Pets are permitted, so the back courtyard will most definitely come in handy for dog owners too.
19 High Street is a wise option for those who want to stay at holiday cottages away from the noise and bright lights of the city, while still being only 10 minutes by train or 20 minutes by car from Hull. Based in North Ferriby town, there are shops and coffee shops a very short walk away from 19 High Street. The local pub is within walking distance too, and very conveniently for those who are keen hikers or who want to take in the views along the Humber estuary, the Yorkshire Worlds Way runs along the Ferriby Foreshore, five minutes’ drive away.
Facilities: Prepare a tipple or a tasty lunch using the electric oven, gas hob and fridge-freezer provided in the property’s kitchen. You won’t need to waste any of your precious time away scrubbing at the dirty dishes afterwards since the kitchen also has a dishwasher. Whether you’re unwinding on the velvet sofa after walking part of the 79-mile Yorkshire Wolds Way or soaking in the bath after hitting the tarmac of the city, 19 High Street has plenty of ways to help guests relax, and that’s in addition to the quiet setting.
The Old Chapel
Location: Great Hatfield, Hornsea
Best for: A peaceful pet-friendly converted chapel near the sea
If you’re yet to be swept off your feet by a stone cottage or a traditional townhouse, The Old Chapel is a unique holiday home. It’s based in a converted Methodist chapel in the quiet Great Hatfield Village. It’s still delightfully peaceful, and even more conveniently, it’s surrounded by a web of footpaths ideal for birdwatching or hiking in the Yorkshire Wolds. Nearby Hornsea has a Victorian folly and a charming British seaside vibe, with plenty of shops and sand to explore for a different kind of day out.
With weekly adult bicycle hire available on a first-come-first-served basis at the property, you might want to whizz to Hornsea on two wheels. Alternatively, there’s bike storage for any guests who own their own bicycles. Perhaps, stop by the local shop and pub on your route.
Facilities: With eco-friendly underfloor heating and solar panels, The Old Chapel pays mind to the environment. Attention is paid to comfort too, which is very evident from features such as a woodburning stove, leather armchairs, humble lighting and a bath tub. A travel cot and a high chair are available upon request, and among the activities available to entertain teens are two smart TVs with Freeview, a radio, an iPod dock and WiFi. The wet room also makes the property accessible for guests who have limited mobility. Guests with one well-behaved pet are accommodated too.
Sunnyside
Location: Goxhill, Barrow-Upon-Humber
Best for: A romantic retreat with a hot tub
Just as the name suggests, Sunnyside should start any morning sunny side up. The single-storey, two-person holiday cottage is half an hour’s drive from Hull and is an excellent spot for a sunny, romantic break in a quiet village. Foodie couples can track down local farm produce and Yorkshire snacks in nearby Barrow Upon Humber, and those craving time by the ocean can drive northwards to Hornsea’s beach and Victorian folly.
While there is plenty to discover nearby, first get acquainted with the property’s luxury hot tub, which is surrounded by a characterful gravelled garden with crawling plants, hanging baskets and a parasol just in case rain decides to make an appearance. It’s the ideal spot to unwind and reflect upon the day’s many adventures, which may have included hiking in the Yorkshire Wolds or soaking in the culture in Hull.
Facilities: Pay a visit to the shops and pubs in Barrow Upon Humber. A list of ingredients will come in handy if you plan on doing some cooking. After all, Sunnyside has a quaint kitchen with a gas oven, hob, microwave and fridge-freezer. Alternatively, line up the sausages, burgers and buns for a barbecue in the garden. With outdoor furniture and a hot tub to relax in when your meal is ready, you might feel quite spoilt for choice. Gas central heating awaits inside, so you’ll be just as warm and cosy inside as outside, and there’s an ensuite shower attached to the double bedroom where you can rinse or towel off after your time in the hot tub.
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2 Moor Farm Cottages
Location: Hornsea, Vale of York
Best for: A modern three-bedroom cottage with a hot tub
When it comes to simple but luxurious stays, 2 Moor Farm Cottages excels. Based a short drive from Hornsea, the three-bedroom property is a fine example of Hull cottages that mix modern conveniences with a rural atmosphere. The brick house backs onto miles of Yorkshire farm fields, where animals or tractors might trundle by during the daytime. The hot tub is the crowning feature of the garden, which has been planted with flowers and provided with a gravel patch equipped with rattan chairs and a table where you can lay out a map of the local area and begin to plan your break.
As part of this plan, you might decide to first visit Victorian Hornsea for watersports and a simple beach day. Also nearby is Hornsea Mere, where there are sailing and fishing activities available on Yorkshire’s largest natural lake. Hull is half an hour’s drive to the south should you decide to take an urban day out too.
Facilities: Off-road parking for three cars means you’ll be set to depart to the local Yorkshire attractions at a moment’s notice. One well-behaved dog is welcome on the premises, so any canine family members can share in the wonder of Yorkshire Wolds’ many footpaths, including the nearby Yorkshire Wolds Way. When you’re ready to prop your feet up rather than explore, choose from one of the three bedrooms or the cosy sofa in front of the woodburning stove. There’s an additional leather sofa positioned next to the kitchen, which transforms the area into a sociable open-plan space.
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