Boats in the Harbour

Boats in the Harbour: North Yorkshire

This cosy house is perfect for family breaks to the seaside. It stands on the edge of East Cliff, just a ten-minute walk from Whitby’s town centre and its narrow medieval streets lined with pubs, shops and comfy cafes. You can walk easily to the west side of town, where you’ll find the Blue Flag West Cliff Beach and its brightly coloured beach huts. Add in the wonderful Whitby Abbey and its rich history, and you’ll never be short of things to see and do here.

The house itself is warm and welcoming, with heaps of space. It’s an excellent choice for a big group of friends or a couple of families travelling together, as there’s plenty of room for everyone. We love the balcony that opens out from the living room – it boasts gorgeous views of Whitby and its harbour, and is the perfect spot for a morning cuppa. Later on in the day, you might pick up takeaway fish and chips to unwrap on one of the picnic tables on the terrace. It’s a lovely way to round off a day at the seaside.


Home truths:
*You can park one car in the garage here, and there’s room for an additional car on the driveway – there’s extra free parking nearby if needed
*This home is spread over four floors so may not be suitable for those with reduced mobility
*The super-king-size beds can be set up as twins if preferred – just let your host know
*The main bedroom has a super-king-size bed as well as two single beds – we think this room is best suited to families
*Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace