Top 8 Holidays Cottages Near Whitby

Discover the top 8 holiday cottages near Whitby to prop your feet up after a day of seaside amusement, crabbing, and exploring Whitby Abbey.

Holing down in a holiday cottage is one of the most peaceful ways to spend your precious time off, but deciding where to base yourself can add unwanted stress to what should be a fuss-free process.

Whitby holiday cottages could be just the thing you need to unwind. After a day of visiting the Gothic Whitby Abbey that inspired Dracula, unwinding on the seafront, or crabbing off the town’s swing bridge, you can be sure of somewhere peaceful to prop your feet up at one of the following North Yorkshire cottages and enjoy privacy, relaxation, and features such as rooftop views or hot tubs.

The top cottages near Whitby:

Gavel Cottage

Location: West Cliff, Whitby

Best for: A two-bedroom cottage with views of the historic abbey

Gavel Cottage isn’t just luxurious in terms of its set-up, which includes a cosy double bedroom and a warm living room. This property is also in a prime position in the West Cliff Whitby area, just across from cobbled Church Street and the marketplace where you can get your hands on precious Whitby jet. It’s also only a short stroll away from all the seaside fun at Whitby Beach and harbour. To add to the luxurious feel, the property has a spectacular abbey and harbour view, meaning that you’ll never forget the historic town, even when you’re behind the four walls.

Facilities: Gavel Cottage is a one-bedroomed property with two floors, making it a romantic retreat for a couple or the ideal place for a pair of friends to relax. With Yorkshire fare in the welcome hamper to settle guests into the property and traditional décor that includes a chrome bed and a wooden staircase, the atmosphere in the cottage is very laidback. On the first floor, there’s a fully-equipped kitchen and sitting room for romantic dinners with views overlooking Whitby. If you have small children to cater for, a cot and highchair are available upon request. Otherwise, entertain yourselves with the TV, DVD player and WiFi connection.

Yew Tree Cottage

Location: Westow, North Yorkshire

Best for: Exploring the North York Moors National Park from a low-key North Yorkshire village

Yew Tree Cottage may be located just over 35 miles from Whitby on the North Yorkshire coast, but this is the perfect cottage for those who want to explore the south of the North York Moors National Park and the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, as well as the historic town. Its low-key location in a North Yorkshire village makes it a particularly peaceful place to stay with a cosy interior, woodburning stove and private garden where guests can take in the starry skies at night.

Facilities: With three bedrooms and two bathrooms, guests should feel right at home at Yew Tree Cottage. The woodburning stove and the natural materials around the cottage add a homely touch. There’s an extra-large kitchen to keep all mouths fed, including local farmers and bakers’ treats provided in the welcome hamper, pantry and refrigerator. The outside takes a lot of the limelight too: using the outdoor dining table and bench is an ideal way to enhance your evening with alfresco meals and stargazing.

West Cliff Apartment

Location: West Cliff, Whitby

Best for: A luxurious ground-floor garden apartment, two minutes’ walk from the Whitby seafront

If you’re heading to Whitby to take advantage of the amusements on the Yorkshire coast, West Cliff Apartment might be the romantic seaside getaway you’ve been searching for. This Whitby North York Moors cottage is set over one level ground floor and it’s in the perfect location for the beach. It’s only 100 metres from the seafront, so whether it’s donkey rides, cocktails by the beach or catching a show in the Whitby Pavilion, you’ll be in a convenient location to make the most of it all.

Facilities: Unwind in the open-plan living room, which is decked out with a kitchen, dining area, and a living room with a spare sofa bed. There’s permit parking outside of the cottage for guests who want to travel by car. When you’re not tracking down tasty food fare in some of the Whitby North York Moors many cafes, old traditional pubs, and award-winning restaurants, you could choose to eat outside in the shared spacious rear courtyard. Amenities in the kitchen include an oven, hob, fridge, dishwasher and washing machine.

The Bolthole

Location: Whitby

Best for: A historic stay in a Grade II-listed Georgian property just a short walk from Whitby town centre.

Whitby North York Moors is a historic location, known for its gothic abbey and links to Bram Stoker’s Dracula. Unlike other Whitby cottages, when you stay at The Bolthole, the history doesn’t end at your doorstep. This property, just a short walk from Whitby’s town centre, is actually a Grade II-listed Georgian cottage. That means that the stylish apartment is defined by tall ceilings and roses on the ceiling, respective of Georgian architecture. Another nice touch is the communal lawn and rear yard where guests can prop up their feet after visiting the river Esk or even Robin Hood’s Bay, a beautiful coastal location approximately five and a half miles from the property.

Facilities: When it comes to well-equipped Whitby cottages, The Bolthole fits the bill. The property has a fully fitted kitchen, a king-size bedroom with a roomy dressing room, and a bathroom with a bath, shower, basin and toilet. Places to unwind include the living room, which is fitted with an electric fire and small dining space, or the communal spaces in the garden and rear yard. Parking is available on the road, but if you’re heading out on foot, the closest shops to the cottage are only a five minutes’ walk from the doorstep.

Lowdale Barns East

Location: Sleights, Whitby North York Moors area

Best for: A pet-friendly barn conversion in a peaceful village

If you’re searching for dog-friendly cottages near Whitby North York Moors, Lowdale Barns is a cottage that should be high on your radar. Suitable for four people and one well-behaved dog, the luxury cottage is based in Sleights, a countryside village four miles from Whitby. In tune with its rural surroundings, the bungalow is, in fact, a barn conversion built from stone and set in the grounds of old stables. Yet, that doesn’t mean it’s short on luxury.

As a matter of fact, this is an ideal retreat with features such as a laminate floor, an open-plan living room/kitchen and rainfall showers. At the same time, the cottage is a short walk from the village shop, fish and chips shop, café and a country pub, so you have a choice between eating in and eating out.

Facilities: When you arrive at this property in Sleights, North Yorkshire, you’ll have your own private parking space to pull into. Inside, attention has been paid to all the comforts, including a walk-in rainfall shower, dishwasher in the kitchen and a games room to ensure that you have somewhere to spend quality time with your loved ones. There’s a garden patio for those nights where you want to eat alfresco style on the outdoor furniture, and a shared lawn for sunnier mornings with a coffee or a drink in hand. Back inside, the kitchen has an electric oven with a ceramic hob, as well as a fridge and microwave, so rustling up a meal for the family should be fairly straightforward.

Repton @ Engine Shed

Location: Whitby

Best for: A unique break in a Grade II-listed engine shed alongside the Whitby North York Moors Railway

When you imagine a stay in a Whitby cottage, it’s unlikely that the first thing to come to mind is a cottage where you can watch steam trains roll by on the Whitby North York Moors Railway. However, that’s exactly what you get at Repton @ Engine Shed, a first-floor apartment belonging to a Grade II-listed engine shed on the Whitby North York Moors Railway. The conversion has its own sheltered off-road parking, and to make things even more convenient, it’s in a central location half a mile from The Cinder Track, Whitby Museum and the marina, when you’re heading out on foot. Whitby Beach on the Yorkshire coast is also approximately a 20 minutes walk from the cottage.

Facilities: Great attention has been paid to making this barn conversion more than just a unique and convenient location. The interior has an open-plan living area with traditional beams, a high-end kitchen and a Smart TV. Unlike many other Whitby cottages, the private parking space is sheltered and it has access to an electric charging point, good news for guests with an electric car. Other features in the property include a premium-style shower room, travel cots or highchairs upon request, and an electric oven, hob, microwave, toaster, kettle, dishwasher, washing machine and WiFi connection.

Salt Bay

Location: Whitby

Best for: A dog-friendly cottage with a hot tub alongside the river Esk

Searching for cottages near Whitby with a hot tub? Salt Bay is an excellent option. However, this property isn’t just a good catch due to its hot tub facility. It also has a private parking space and a spacious garden patio, making parking and eating outside much simpler. To add to the convenience, guests can choose to bring along one well-behaved dog for an additional £25 per week. Situated alongside the River Esk and just off Church Street, it’s a 15 minutes’ walk from the cottage to the 199 steps up to Whitby Abbey, as well as 15 minutes to Whitby Beach on the North Yorkshire coast. This is a luxurious style cottage, laid out as an end-terrace with an enclosed patio, where the hot tub and outdoor seating reside.

Facilities: A private hot tub is just as close as you’ll get to having your own swimming pool in Whitby, North Yorkshire. As well as providing a hot tub, the property includes a garage with enough space for two cars (and space for an additional car outside) and gas central heating. There’s a kitchen island where you can plot out your itinerary and make sandwiches for the say’s activities too. It’s often difficult to find properties with a hot tub, let alone a hot tub and dog-friendly interiors, so Salt Bay has a unique offering compared to other Whitby cottages on the Yorkshire coast.

But 'n' Ben

But ‘n’ Ben

Location: Whitby

Best for: A family holiday cottage a 10 minutes’ walk from the Yorkshire coast

While a luxurious apartment located close to the town centre might fit a couple or a small family, larger groups will need a bigger place to say. But ‘n’ Ben is a three-floor property with a king-size bedroom, twin bedroom and a cot available, meaning that it can comfortably sleep a four-person family. With a shared courtyard, the cottage is a 10 minutes’ walk from the seafront and surrounded by an array of shops, restaurants and cafés, so guests shouldn’t have any difficulty finding somewhere to eat dinner.

Facilities: But ‘n’ Ben is well-equipped for any family holiday, thanks to a kitchen that includes a gas oven, hob, microwave, fridge and washing machine, as well as games, books, a Smart TV and WiFi in the living area. Upon request, the property will provide a highchair and a travel cot for families with little ones. When you’re not eating inside or at one of the nearby restaurants, the cottage also has a shared courtyard kitted out with outdoor furniture. Other features include a walk-in shower and a heated towel rail for an extra touch of luxury in the bathroom. Since the staircase is quite steep, there’s a stair gate fitted on the second floor to keep children safe.

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Credit: Some of the images in this post have been provided by Sykes Cottages.