The top Yorkshire cottages for 2025

With a trio of national parks, a variety of national landscapes and a long stretch of heritage coastline, Yorkshire has long been a top choice for a holiday destination and places like Whitby, Scarborough and the Yorkshire Dales National Park have proved to be as popular as ever in 2024.

If you’re thinking of coming to Yorkshire for a short break or a longer holiday in 2025, we have all the cottage inspiration that you’ll need with this collection of some of the most-viewed properties during 2024 on the Ingrid Flute’s website.

Take a look at these holiday cottages which include romantic and dog-friendly options along with luxury holiday homes with a hot tub that have room for the whole family.

1 Browcote Cottage

• Dramatic cliff-top location with panoramic coastal views
• Watch seals basking on the rocks below from a private decked area
• Dog-friendly property with a shared paddock for four-legged friends to run around and let off steam

You can wake up to wonderful sea views during a getaway to this cliff-top cottage near Ravenscar which is a perfect base for exploring the Yorkshire coast. The extensive gardens are perfect for families and come with a choice of seating areas where you can make the most of the unique location.

The property comes with a cosy living room, a characterful dining room and a lovely summer house where you can relax together after a bracing walk to nearby Robin Hood’s Bay along the Cleveland Way National Trail. There’s even a telescope provided to help you spot the colony of grey seals that live on the rocks in Ravenscar.

Cliff Cottage

• A seaside holiday home with a prime spot in Whitby
• The stylish property comes with a choice outdoor seating areas for al fresco drinks and dining
• Enjoy views across the harbour to Whitby Abbey from the large roof terrace

This two-bedroom holiday home in Whitby comes with sleek, contemporary interiors and a location that’s right in the heart of the seaside town. Whether you want to wander to the beach, take a boat trip out to sea or enjoy some classic fish and chips, you’ll find it all close by during a getaway to Cliff Cottage.

The property is spread over three storeys and the sociable open-plan living space, which opens onto a balcony, is ideal for breakfast or drinks before seeing what Whitby has to offer. Head up to the roof terrace at the top of the building to watch the fishing boats bring in their fresh catch of the day.

Lower Gill Farmhouse

• Traditional stone farmhouse that’s perfect for extended family gatherings
• Shared facilities at the property include a swimming pool, a tennis court and a games room
• Located in the beautiful Forest of Bowland, close to the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park

Gather your family for a memorable getaway to this spacious farmhouse that’s located in rural countryside within the Forest of Bowland National Landscape. A downstairs bedroom with an en-suite bathroom is ideal for elderly grandparents while the games room and swimming pool will keep the kids happy during your Yorkshire holiday.

There’s plenty of country charm in Lower Gill Farmhouse too with exposed ceiling beams, a wood burner in the living room and comfortable sofas to sink into. The large kitchen/diner has everything you need to whip up a family meal, and you can head outside to find a gravelled courtyard with a BBQ and picnic tables looking out over the property’s extensive grounds.

Barn Owl’s Nest

• Romantic barn conversion in the North York Moors National Park
• Nestled high on a hillside with picturesque valley views
• Catch a traditional North Yorkshire Moors Railway  steam train from Grosmont to nearby Whitby

This gorgeous stone barn conversion is just the right size for two and is in an idyllic spot in the North York Moors’ Esk Valley where you can wake up to birdsong and spectacular views before enjoying a scenic ramble along part of Wainwright’s Coast to Coast Walk to pretty Robin Hood’s Bay.

Barn Owl’s Nest is less than a mile from Grosmont where you’ll find a country pub and a village shop as well as the NYMR station that will take you to Goathland, Pickering or Whitby. Underfloor heating and a wood burner will keep you toasty and warm during even the coldest evening and when the weather allows, there’s an enclosed flagstone patio where you can relax with a cuppa as you enjoy the surrounding scenery.

Harriet Hannah’s Cottage

• Whitby holiday home that’s just moments from the beach
• Period property with plenty of characterful original features
• It’s tucked away on a cobbled street that leads straight to the harbour

This coastal cottage for four people and a dog comes with both a double and a twin room making it just right for small families. It is also close to the dog-friendly Tate Hill beach where you can indulge in morning walkies with four-legged friends. It’s located in Whitby’s characterful old town where you’ll find shops selling traditional Whitby Jet and the start of the 199 steps that lead to Whitby Abbey.

The open-plan downstairs of Harriet Hannah’s Cottage features a living area and kitchen that are separated by the dining room table. The twin bedroom in the eaves of the property comes with original exposed beams and far-reaching views out to sea.

2 Railway Cottages

• Traditional railway cottage that looks out over the historic Settle to Carlisle Railway line
• Peaceful location between Pen-y-Ghent and Ingleborough in the Yorkshire Dales National Park
• Lovely cottage garden where you can sit and watch the trains go past

This classic stone cottage lies at the rugged western edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and is the perfect base for a walking holiday, especially if you fancy tackling the Yorkshire Three Peak Challenge as Pen-y-Ghent, Ingleborough and Whernside are all close by. You can also head deep underground into a series of fascinating caves and caverns, all within a few miles of the property.

Enjoy views across to Pen-y-Ghent with the occasional train whistling past as you relax on a bench in the property’s enclosed rear garden. Head inside and there’s a brick fireplace with a wood burner to add character and warmth to the cosy living room. There’s also a modern kitchen/diner where you can sit down to some hearty Yorkshire fare after an exhilarating Yorkshire Dales walk.

Church Beck Retreat

• Luxury property with a hot tub and cedar-clad sauna
• Coastal location in a pretty village near Scarborough
• Beautifully landscaped gardens with a variety of seating areas

This 5-star property is just right for a special celebration with sumptuous interiors, gorgeous gardens and plenty of room for up to 12 guests. With a sweeping gravel drive and a grand entrance hall, you know you’re in for a special getaway when you arrive at Church Beck Retreat and the stunning kitchen and elegant lounge do not disappoint either.

Head outside and there’s a wellness area in the garden with a hot tub, sauna, changing room and showers for the ultimate relaxing break. There’s also a retractable pergola and BBQ so you can enjoy the best of summer living. You’re just a short stroll from the village shop and pub in Scalby with the delights of Scarborough only 3 miles away.

The Stables at Airy Hill Manor

• Luxurious Whitby holiday home for up to eight people
• Stunning views over the North York Moors countryside
• Hot tub and bar area where you can relax with friends

This luxurious holiday home has everything you need for a relaxing getaway with friends including a large open-plan living area and a wood-panelled hideaway with a hot tub and a tiki bar named The Retreat. The 5-star interiors at The Stables at Airy Hill Manor exude calmness and tranquillity and rainfall showers in the property’s three bathrooms add to the feeling of being at a spa.

The cottage is in a lovely location just a short walk from Whitby Harbour and close to the banks of the River Esk, which you can follow to nearby villages like Ruswarp where you can hire wooden rowing boats for a jaunt on the water. There are plenty of bars and restaurants close to the cottage too for a sociable evening out.

The Foldyard

• A complex of three properties located on a working farm
• Bike storage is available to help you explore the surrounding Yorkshire Wolds on two wheels
• The shared courtyard garden and games room are great for bringing families together

Converted from a 200-year-old barn, The Foldyard is a complex of properties located in the rolling countryside of the Yorkshire Wolds that sleeps up to 14 guests and three dogs. Individual families can have their own space during a multi-generational getaway and there’s a dining table that seats everyone for mealtimes together.

The trio of properties all come with underfloor heating, a wood burner each and characterful original features such as ceiling beams and exposed stone walls. The working farm where The Foldyard is located has ducks, sheep and horses to give you a true taste of rural Yorkshire life during your memorable staycation.

Paddy Waddells Rest

• Bijou countryside bolthole in the North York Moors National Park
• Two outdoor seating areas and a BBQ for al fresco dining with a view
• Gorgeous walks on the doorstep with bluebell woods, packhorse bridges and pretty villages

Escape to a peaceful part of the North York Moors for a solo getaway or a romantic break where a couple of four-legged friends can join you too. The living room and bedroom at Paddy Waddells Rest both come with vaulted ceilings and exposed stone walls; a balustrade in the bedroom allows you to look out over the rest of the property.

The secluded property comes with far-reaching countryside views in all directions, a secure enclosed garden for dogs and outdoor furniture where you can sit and enjoy the view. Nearby Glaisdale has a pub, a couple of cafes and even a Museum of Victorian Science. Other pretty villages within easy reach include Egton and Lealholm.

Plan your Yorkshire getaway

This is just a small selection of the properties available to book through Ingrid Flute’s Yorkshire Holiday Cottages. Whether you are looking for a holiday home with a hot tub in the North York Moors or a dog-friendly barn conversion in the Dales, browse our full range of cottages to find your perfect base.