What do you look for when planning a holiday? If it's fantastic food, the opportunity to step out of the rat race and enjoy a slower pace of life, and a wealth of culture and excitement, you should add Whitby to your list of places to visit.
The North Yorkshire coastal town has been attracting tourists since the Georgian times, and its centuries of history can be seen in the genteel buildings and weathered harbour walls. Getting to Whitby couldn't be easier whether you drive via the M1, or leave the car at home and take the train. It won't be long before you're breathing in the fresh sea air, listening to the cry of the gulls and letting your cares wash away on the tide. Read more
Just outside the village of Commondale in the picturesque North Yorkshire Moors, this welcoming holiday cottage provides exceptionally comfortable self-catering and an ideal base for exploring the areas many attractions including Whitby and the lovely bays of Runswick bay, Sleights with in a 20min drive and the beautiful city of York within easy driving distance.
This welcoming holiday cottage sits in the ground of a 100-year old granary, offering a high standard of accommodation for up to four guests in two bedrooms. Granary Cottage offers all ground floor accomodation and sits on the edge of the North York Moors within easy reach of popular destinations including Malton, Scarborough ,Thornton-Le-Dale, Pickering, Whitby and York. Picture yourself in the summer, enjoying an evening glass of wine as you gaze across countryside views towards the North York Moors, or in winter, relaxing in a cosy sitting room with a proper open fire. Just outside of the village of Snainton and within walking distance of a pub, Granary Cottage is a favourite all year round.
Located in a peaceful position just outside of the village of Snainton close to the edge of the North York Moors with Thornton Le Dale village & Mathewsons "Bangers & Cash" 10 mins away.The Stables Cottage offers a luxurious place to stay while discovering the many delights of the Moors. There is space for four guests plus a travel cot to sleep in two bedrooms (both with en-suite bathrooms), so the cottage is a favourite with couples as well as families who enjoy being close to beautiful countryside and friendly towns including Pickering, Helmsley, Scarborough and Whitby. More information is available on the owner’s website.
Harbour Watch is a lovely holiday apartment in Whitby overlooking the marina and River Esk, with free parking and easy access to the town centre, beach and harbour. Sleeping four guests in two bedrooms with two bathrooms, this self-catering holiday apartment in Whitby suits couples, friends and families looking for a comfortable base on the Yorkshire Coast. The waterfront location provides ever-changing views of boats and harbour life, while Whitby Beach, Whitby Abbey, the famous 199 Steps and the North York Moors National Park are all within easy reach. Restaurants, pubs and attractions are close by, yet the setting remains peaceful and relaxing.
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.
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 (available from August '26 and 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.
This Whitby holiday cottage combines 21st Century comforts with traditional style and a fantastic location. Lobster Pot Cottage is a modern property near one of the oldest streets in town, within walking distance of the beach, promenade, shops, eateries and attractions. It sleeps six people in three bedrooms, two of which are ensuite, and is well-suited to families, multi-generational families, and friends. Whitby offers something for everyone in every season, from its famous ruined Gothic Abbey to its full calendar of festivals. It's ideal for a family holiday at the seaside, a festival weekend with friends, or a week spent discovering the beauty of the North York Moors National Park and coast.
Guests love Sealview for its fantastic location, superb views, and warm, homely atmosphere. Located beside Whitby Marina and the River Esk, the third-floor apartment sleeps four people in two bedrooms, with provision for a fifth on a trundle bed or a single sofa bed. It's ideal for families who love being close to amenities and attractions and for couples and friends who want to explore not only Whitby but also the surrounding coast and countryside. Whitby has loads to offer in all seasons, so whether you're into food, history, adventure, or nature, you'll never forget your stay at Sealview.
Sitting in an ideal position in Port Mulgrave just a mile from the picturesque seaside villages of Runswick Bay and Staithes in the North York Moors, this welcoming holiday home provides the perfect retreat for couples who want to explore the moors and coastline. With good pubs and restaurants close by, lovely beaches for lazy days and miles of moorland and coastal walks, The Apple House is perfect whether you are looking for a holiday to relax and recharge, or want to get out and about exploring the North Yorkshire Moors.
Perfectly situated just one mile from the seaside villages of Staithes and Runswick Bay, this holiday cottage is ideal for guests who want to explore the beautiful North Yorkshire Moors and its stunning coastline. An abundance of attractions and glorious Yorkshire scenery to enjoy.
"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...
"Cozy Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Redcar and Cleveland. The charming and sleepy seaside village of Staithes, with its cobbled streets and back alleys, is something of an artist’s dream. Its pretty houses and cottages are clustered around the old harbour and surrounded by high craggy cliffs on three...
"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...
"Handale Banks Farm Lodge" is a 3 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 6 guests in Redcar and Cleveland. Liverton, a village in the ceremonial county of North Yorkshire is a great rural base from which to explore both the coast and the countryside of Yorkshire. Being on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, a variety of scenic beauty may...
"Charlotte House" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in North Yorkshire. Located in Scarborough district of North Yorkshire, Whitby is a seaside resort town and port. There is a plethora of things to see and do in the vicinity, so you can enjoy both the countryside and the seaside in equal measure from this...
"Destiny Rose" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 7 guests in North Yorkshire. The popular seaside town of Whitby lies at the mouth of the River Esk in the Scarborough district of North Yorkshire. Ideally situated for exploring the glorious North Yorkshire coastline and its sandy beaches, some of which are Blue Flag...
"3 Bed Cottage in Whitby" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in North Yorkshire. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 3 bedrooms - 2 king-size and 1 twin - 2 bathrooms - 1 shower room with shower and WC and 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC, 1...
"Little Acorn" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Briggswath is a quiet neighbourhood in a sought-after part of the village of Sleights, resting on the north side of the River Esk, and is named after one of the medieval bridges. The village used to be part of the parish of Aislaby, which sits...
"Nans Cottage - UK43350" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in North Yorkshire. For a truly authentic stay in Whitby, with the best views in the town. This incredible cottage is situated in the ancient old town, boasting a panorama over the harbour to the West Cliff.. Ground Floor: Open plan...
"3 Anchor Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 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...
"3 Bed Cottage in Whitby" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in North Yorkshire. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size with four-poster bed, 1 double, 1 twin (with sloped ceilings) - 1 bathroom – 1 bathroom with bath and WC, 1...
"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,...
"2 Bed Cottage in Whitby" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in North Yorkshire. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 2 double bedrooms - 2 en-suite shower rooms, with shower cubicles and WCs - Range-style gas cooker, oven and grill, coffee machine, microwave and fridge with ice...
"Hazeldene" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in North Yorkshire. Sleights is a wonderful village in North Yorkshire, offering the best of both the coast and countryside being encompassed by the North York Moors National Park and just a scenic drive away from the Yorkshire coastline. The village hosts a pub,...
"The Bungalow" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 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...
"Foulsyke Farm Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Redcar and Cleveland. Loftus is a small town resting on the east coast of Yorkshire, a short distance to the North York Moors National Park. Within the charming town you will find terraced houses and old stone cottages, as well as a handful of grand properties....
"Deer Pod" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. This wonderful North Yorkshire village rests on the fringes of the North York Moors National Park and is close to the coast. Burniston is famed for its dinosaur footprints found on the rocks in the village. It is served by a shop/Post Office...
"Bethel Chapel" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Redcar and Cleveland. There is something magical about Staithes, a sleepy seaside town with cobbled streets and back alleys. With a sandy beach nestled among the cliffs on three of its sides, it's a lovely place to relax and enjoy a day out on the water. The village...
"4 Bed Cottage in Whitby" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in North Yorkshire. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 4 king-size bedrooms (2 have zip-and-link beds that can be converted into twins on request) - 3 bathrooms – 1 family bathroom with an L-shaped bath with rain-head shower...
"The Railway Retreat" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in North Yorkshire. At the mouth of the River Esk in North Yorkshire's Scarborough region sits the seaside town and port of Whitby. The area is perfectly positioned for visiting this stunning region of Yorkshire, and it offers a wide range of activities so you can...
"2 Bed Cottage in Saltburn-by-the-sea" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Redcar and Cleveland. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 2 double bedrooms - 2 en-suite wet rooms with showers and WCs - Fridge, freezer, gas hob, electric oven with grill, dishwasher, microwave - Welcome pack...
"Nutshell" 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 the spectacular North York Moors. Whitby is a charming and atmospheric...
"Thistlewoods Shepherds Hut" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Lealholm is in the centre of the lovely Esk Valley within the North York Moors National Park and just 15 minutes' drive from the magnificent Yorkshire coast. It is a picturesque village which caters well for the visitor with a Post Office,...
"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...
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Whitby is divided by the River Esk. It flows through the town towards the ancient harbour, which is still in use today. Cobbled streets, sunny courtyards, quirky fishing cottages, a busy market, and no end of boutiques and shops make up the town centre. There's no better place to stay than in a Whitby holiday cottage.
Locals are justifiably proud of Whitby's impressive history including its most famous son, the explorer Captain James Cook. Your reward for scaling the 199 steps to Abbey Headland is a stunning view of the ocean and town. Once you've caught your breath, St Mary's Church awaits, along with Dracula's grave, and Abbey ruins. Stop in at the Abbey Visitor Centre to learn more about these fascinating buildings.
Whitby has something for everyone, regardless of age and interest. Whether you're visiting a historic building, trying your hand at rowing on the River Esk, relishing in the serenity of Pannett Park, exploring the coastline and moorland on foot, bike, or horseback, or even attending the annual Whitby Goth Festival, you may need to add a few extra days to recover! You couldn't ask for more from a holiday destination than Whitby offers, so come and experience this gorgeous corner of Britain for yourself.
Before booking your Whitby holiday cottage, it’s important to note when to visit. The weather can contribute to several activities during your break, including where you go and what you see. With this in mind, we have put together more information on the different seasons, so that you can choose the best time to stay in a Whitby holiday let.
Spring is a lovely time to visit Whitby. This is when the town comes to life with bright colours and plenty of flora and fauna. The weather also starts to get a little warmer, providing a lovely climate to get out and explore. Temperatures average around 8 - 10°C, creating comfortable weather for those hoping to get active. Be sure to make the most of the sunsets during this time, as they are utterly breathtaking.
Summer provides the warmest time of year to visit Whitby, great for those seeking plenty of sunshine and longer days. Temperatures average around 18°C, allowing for lots of adventure and exploration during your stay. The hottest month is August, however, this is also when the area is at its busiest, so it's best to book here in advance if you plan on visiting in summer.
Autumn and winter present a cooler climate, with wet, windy days. This is perfect for those looking to snuggle up by the fire in their cosy holiday cottage in Whitby. Temperatures are often around 6°C, so it is still possible to get out and explore during this time, just make sure you pack plenty of warm clothing! You will also find some great festivities and markets, alongside pretty Christmas decorations throughout the town.
There are plenty of great things to do when choosing a holiday cottage in Whitby. Whether you’re hoping to uncover history at the ancient Church of St Mary, wander the ruins at Whitby Abbey, spend some time by the sea, indulge in local fish and chips and much more, there is something for everyone here.
You can spend your days relaxing on the beach, or getting out and active on the many walking trails around Whitby. Alternatively, browse the lovely town where you will discover an array of shops, bars and restaurants. Whatever type of break you’re looking for, you will find it all when choosing to stay in a Whitby cottage.
For those hoping to make the most out of their time by the sea, there are plenty of cottages near a beach in Whitby. This allows visitors to enjoy all that their lovely property has to offer, all with the added convenience of being right by the sandy shores. Whether you’re visiting with family, friends or your partner, there’s no better place to relax and unwind than by the coast.
If you’re looking to plan a trip with your four-legged friend, there is no better place to go than Whitby. With plenty of outdoor space to explore, alongside long walks on the beach, this makes for a great getaway with your canine companion. What’s more, you’ll discover plenty of dog-friendly holiday cottages in Whitby, providing the ideal place to relax and unwind, all with your dog by your side.
There are plenty of visitors who choose to explore Whitby for a couple of days or a weekend. With this in mind, we have a great selection of last-minute cottages that also allow shorter breaks in Whitby. These are the ideal places to soak up all that this pretty part of England has to offer, alongside a great opportunity to truly relax and unwind for a couple of days.
