A coastal retreat beckons in the Gothic epicentre of Whitby, a by-the-sea destination on the edge of the North York Moors. Inviting nights filled with endless socialising and fond reminiscing, this four-storey townhouse is a delightful destination for eight guests, finished to the highest of standards. Distant sea views are visible from the bedrooms in the attic, and a small courtyard is to be found out back for soaking up that salty air in the privacy of your own outdoor space. Wander the short distance along to Whitby’s seafront (0.5 miles) where beautiful beaches and famed attractions including the Whalebone Arch are to be found and plenty of local pubs and businesses are on hand with much-needed refreshments.
High ceilings and bay windows are traditional features that have been maintained in this otherwise contemporary cottage. The ground floor is home to the kitchen with an adjacent dining room and access to the courtyard at the rear. To find your lounge, you’ll need to move up to the first floor, also home to the first of four bedrooms and a bathroom. The lounge has been laid out with plush sofas, a Smart TV and a wood burner-effect electric fire for unrivalled cosiness on restful nights in, perfect for watching a family favourite film before bed. All the bedrooms are positioned throughout the first, second and third floors, complete with bathrooms on each level.
Get to know Whitby’s crooked streets and historic architecture when touring the down, plotting a route that leads up to the iconic 199 Steps and on to Whitby Abbey (0.5 miles). If you prefer to venture out at night, many locals offer Dracula Tours around the town, plotting the literary history of this Yorkshire beauty spot. To see more of Yorkshire, find time for a trip to Robin Hood’s Bay (6 miles), a beloved fishing village that’s just a short distance along the coast.