The sparkling jewel on the crown of the Yorkshire Coast, Robin Hood’s Bay is as picturesque as it comes. Nestled beneath towering cliffs, this sleepy fishing village stretches down towards the sea, offering an array of pubs, independent boutiques and cafés along the way. Thanks to its location along the Heritage Coast of the North York Moors National Park, there’s plenty to see and do in the local area. What’s more, you’ll find some of the best cottages in North Yorkshire right on your very doorstep. The perfect recipe for a sublime staycation? We certainly think so! Read more
River Bank Cottage sits in a peaceful location outside Whitby, with excellent access to the North York Moors and coast. It's next to the Esk with beautiful views of the river and the Larpool viaduct. The one-bedroom self-catering cottage is excellent for couples and individuals, with a sofa-bed increasing accommodation to four people for small families to stay. Guests love the quiet spot close to Whitby's famous sights and attractions. This property is an excellent base for a walking, cycling and sightseeing holiday in all seasons. Children and well-behaved dogs are welcome.
Robin Hood's Bay's only 5* rated property. An elegant Victorian villa in Robin Hood's Bay, Fernleigh is made for families, friends and gatherings. The house sleeps up to 10 adults plus 2 children, giving larger groups space to settle in, spread out and enjoy time together by the sea. Recently featured in Yorkshire Life magazine, Fernleigh was praised for its warm and welcoming entrance and its sense of being somewhere to return to. For the owners, whose family has holidayed in Robin Hood's Bay across five generations, the idea behind the house is simple: to create a place families want to come back to. There are six sleeping spaces in total: five adult bedrooms and a separate children's bunk room. The top floor includes a private family suite with a king size bedroom, a separate children's bunk room with full size bunk beds and its own private shower room. Fernleigh has five private shower rooms in total, all served by a full pressure hot water system for powerful showers, plus a separate downstairs WC. Fernleigh is one of the Bay's few large holiday homes where everyone can come together without feeling crowded. There are generous living spaces, a grand dining room, a warm and characterful snug, a private enclosed garden, parking for two cars and a six person hot tub tucked away at the end of the garden ( from 1st March - 1st November annually). Set on Mount Pleasant South in Upper Bay, the three south facing bedrooms look out across sweeping sea and bay views. Downstairs, double doors open onto the private garden, with outdoor dining, comfortable seating, a BBQ and the hot tub ready for slow mornings, summer suppers and evenings under the stars. Inside, you will find a grand living room with a feature open fireplace, comfortable sofas, bay window chairs, a 55 inch Smart TV and Nintendo Switch 2. The spacious dining room has a log burner usable by guests and a huge bespoke table made for long meals together. The fully equipped kitchen is centred around a modern range cooker, with Miele appliances, a Sage Nespresso coffee machine and everything needed for relaxed cooking during your stay. Each bedroom is furnished with White Company duvets and pillows, matched with Yorkshire made soft furnishings from the Yorkshire Blanket Company. High speed Wi-Fi, full gas central heating, a private EV charger, thoughtful baby equipment and dog friendly touches help make every detail of your stay easier. On arrival, enjoy a welcome hamper with Baytown Coffee, cake and biscuits, a warm Yorkshire start to your stay at Fernleigh. Fernleigh is managed locally for us by Baytown Holiday Cottages.
"Garden Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. The picturesque village of Scalby lies just 2.5 miles from the seaside resort of Scarborough. The village centre, with its stone cottages and Victorian houses, boasts good facilities, with a pub, two local shops, a quaint tea room, a...
"Happy Days" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Popular since Victorian times, the vibrant seaside town of Scarborough retains many of its original fine buildings, parks and gardens, as well as its historic castle which overlooks the town. North Bay and South Bay provide two superb stretches...
"The Nook" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. A peaceful village on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, Glaisdale is set amongst beautiful countryside in the heart of the Esk Valley. The village itself has a post office in the general store, an excellent butcher (famed for his...
"1 Bed Cottage in Whitby" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 bedroom – king-size - 1 shower room with WC - Gas cooker with 5 rings, dishwasher, fridge, microwave - Smart TV...
"1 Bed Lodge in Dalby" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 king-size bedroom - 1 en-suite shower room with walk-in rainfall shower and WC - Electric oven/hob, microwave, fridge with ice...
"Lowdale Barns West" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Sleights is ideal for a coastal and a country holiday. It's 4 miles from the coastline, it is also on the edge of the moors, with attractive villages and scenery. Sleights has a pub, a fish and chip shop, an antique shop with a café, a...
"Little Gem" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. The seaside town and port of Whitby lies at the mouth of the River Esk in the Scarborough district of North Yorkshire. Ideally situated for exploring this beautiful part of Yorkshire, the local area hosts an array of activities so you can be...
"1 Bed Cottage in Whitby" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 double mezzanine bedroom - accessed via steep, ladder steps - Shower room with WC - Kitchenette - 2-ring electric hob,...
"Lowdale Barns East" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Sleights is ideal for a holiday. 4 miles from the Yorkshire coastline, it is on the edge of the moors with attractive villages and scenery. Sleights boasts a pub, a fish and chip shop, an antique shop with a café, a butcher's, a bakery, a...
"1 Bed Cottage in Whitby" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 double bedroom - 1 bathroom – shower over bath and WC - Fridge/freezer, microwave, electric oven, gas hob, dishwasher - Woodburner -...
"Seaside Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in North Yorkshire. Popular since Victorian times, the vibrant seaside town of Scarborough retains many of its original fine buildings, parks and gardens, as well as its historic castle which overlooks the town. North Bay and South Bay provide two superb stretches...
"Coastal Retreat" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in North Yorkshire. Popular since Victorian times, the vibrant seaside town of Scarborough retains many of its original fine buildings, parks and gardens, as well as its historic castle which overlooks the town. North Bay and South Bay provide two superb stretches...
"Quarterdeck" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. The lively seaside town of Scarborough has many fascinating historic buildings, a castle, beautiful gardens and peaceful parks. The town has been hugely popular with visitors ever since the 19th century, and people still flock to Scarborough...
"The Bolthole" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Situated at the mouth of the River Esk, Whitby is an ancient fishing port steeped in history. The ruin of St Hilda's Abbey is high on Whitby's East Cliff and looks down on narrow streets and alleyways. From the old town, the parish church of St...
"Newton Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Resting within a stone's throw of the delightful fishing village of Robin Hood's Bay is the sweet village of Fylingthorpe. Lying inland from the coast following a steep winding road, this settlement was most likely of Scandinavian origin from...
"1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 2 - Parking - Wifi" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Popular since Victorian times, the vibrant seaside town of Scarborough retains many of its original fine buildings, parks and gardens, as well as its historic castle which overlooks the town. North Bay and South Bay provide two superb stretches...
"Apartment Green" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. The seaside town and port of Whitby lies at the mouth of the River Esk in the Scarborough district of North Yorkshire. Ideally situated for exploring this beautiful part of Yorkshire, the local area hosts an array of activities so you can be...
"Apartment Blue" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. The seaside town and port of Whitby lies at the mouth of the River Esk in the Scarborough district of North Yorkshire. Ideally situated for exploring this beautiful part of Yorkshire, the local area hosts an array of activities so you can be...
"Annie's Place" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Sneaton is ideal for both a coastal and country holiday. Just 4 miles from the picturesque Yorkshire coastline, it is also on the edge of the dramatic North Yorkshire moors country, littered with attractive villages and scenery, which is very...
"Brambles Apartment" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Situated just 1.5 miles inland from Whitby, the small village of Ruswarp lies on the River Esk, with old stone cottages lining the main street. Ruswarp has excellent amenities, including a local pub with hand-pulled real ales, a village shop...
"Kittiwake" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Popular since Victorian times, the vibrant seaside town of Scarborough retains many of its original fine buildings, parks and gardens, as well as its historic castle which overlooks the town. North Bay and South Bay provide two superb stretches...
"Mamoir's Place" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. The seaside town and port of Whitby lies at the mouth of the River Esk in the Scarborough district of North Yorkshire. Ideally situated for exploring this beautiful part of Yorkshire, the local area hosts an array of activities so you can be...
"Caedmon's Rest" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. The ancient fishing port of Whitby lies at the mouth of the River Esk and is ideally situated for exploring this beautiful part of Yorkshire, with its superb coastline and close proximity to the spectacular North York Moors. Whitby is a...
"Sneaton Hall Apartment 4" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. The rural village of Sneaton is situated just 3 miles from Whitby, and 21 miles from Scarborough. On the main street you will find a local, traditional pub and close by is Beacon Farm, which produces wonderful ice cream and also has a tea room...
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When it comes to Robin Hood’s Bay cottages, you’ll certainly have the pick of the bunch. From self-catering holiday hideaways large enough for all the gang to cosy stone cottages on the outskirts of town, you’ll find it all in this lovely Yorkshire locale. Whether you’re travelling with friends, family, your other half or all of the above, you’re bound to find your dream holiday property in no time within our collection. All that’s left to do is pack your suitcase — and your bucket and spade!
Cosy pubs, excellent restaurants, vibrant galleries, quirky boutiques…Robin Hood’s Bay is as rich in culture and cuisine as it is in natural beauty. Gourmands will like sampling fresh seafood and artisanal local produce, while history lovers will adore discovering more about the town’s smuggling past. Beach bums will want to head straight for the sand for a day of relaxing and rambling. Keep an eye out for fossils as you go: Robin Hood’s Bay is one of the UK’s best fossil-hunting spots! Sold on a trip to this idyllic spot? Browse our full collection of cottages today.
Whatever your interests, you’ll find something to tickle your fancy in Robin Hood’s Bay. From hiking and biking to boutique browsing and antique shopping, there’s so much to add to your agenda.
If you’re travelling from one of the major cities in the UK, below shows an average distance to Robin Hood’s Bay, so you know what to expect when choosing to visit by car.
London: 260 miles
Birmingham: 184 miles
Glasgow: 226 miles
Liverpool: 152 miles
Manchester: 123 miles
Leeds: 80 miles
Edinburgh: 194 miles
Newcastle: 78 miles
Rich in history, wild natural beauty and strong local culture, the glorious region of North Yorkshire welcomes you with open arms. England’s largest county, there’s so much to do and see, it’s hard to pick where to go first! Here are a few of our favourite spots:
