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Crossing Keeper's Cottage

Grosmont, near Whitby, Yorkshire
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
3 star
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Uniquely placed character cottage with views of passing steam trains
  • Spacious lounge with wide front window, so you won’t miss a thing
  • Enclosed rear courtyard patio for al fresco feasts

Overview
Property code: OC-WA060

Crossing Keeper's Cottage is situated in the centre of the pretty village of Grosmont, at the heart of the picturesque North York Moors, yet only a ten-minute drive to the coast. The cottage offers great views of the station and the steam trains. Grosmont is a popular tourist destination, famous for its heritage line with connections to Whitby and Pickering and the beautiful main Esk Valley railway line between Middlesbrough and Whitby. The North York Moors National Park offers fantastic opportunities for walking and cycling, and the historic town of Whitby has a beautiful sandy beach and many tourist attractions, such as the Abbey, the 199 steps, St Mary Church, the Swing Bridge and a great choice of boutique shops, tearooms and restaurants.

GROUND FLOOR
Entrance: Through the patio into the kitchen.
Kitchen: Fridge freezer, electric hob, electric oven and grill, washer dryer, microwave.
Dining Room: Dining table and chairs, wood burning stove, dresser, utility cupboard, patio doors, stairs to the first floor, under the stair utility cupboard.
Lounge: Smart TV, two three-seater leather sofas, coffee table, feature fireplace, view of the Steam Railway line.

FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1: Double bed, wardrobe, drawers. 
Bedroom 2: Double bed, wardrobe, drawers. Limited access to one side of the bed due to shape of room.
Bedroom 3: Full size bunk beds, hanging space.
Bathroom: Bath, shower over bath, washbasin. 
Separate toilet.

Pets: Two well behaved dogs are welcome.
Parking: Unrestricted between 1st November to 20th March, restricted 10am to 4pm all other times on street parking on a first come first served basis. 
Garden/Patio: Enclosed patio with outside seating and barbecue.
Heating: Air Source electric central heating, a wood burning stove and open fire.
Short breaks: Not available at peak times.
Notes: Towels are provided. Stairgate is available. Mobile phone signal is variable. Unlimited WiFi is available free of charge.
Pubs: 0.1 mile. Shops: 0.1 mile.

  • 3 bedrooms - 2 first-floor doubles (one double bed has access from one side of the bed only) - 1 first-floor bunk bedroom with 2 single beds
  • 1 first-floor bathroom with bath, shower over bath and separate WC
  • Kitchen with electric oven, grill and hob, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer and microwave
  • Welcome pack
  • Stairgate is available
  • Open fire in lounge; wood burner in dining room - Air Source electric central heating- logs provided
  • Smart TV
  • Mobile signal is variable
  • Enclosed rear patio, with BBQ and garden table
  • Parking: Limited on street parking on a first come first served basis. Chargeable car parks nearby
  • Shop 200 metres, pub 200 metres
  • Beach 7 miles
  • Short breaks unavailable at peak times
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Rupert Spiers

This property is personally managed by Rupert.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 18 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sarah 29th April 2026

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Cottage really lovely great location and size. Definitely be booking again. Had a lovely mini break with family.

Reviewed by Charlotte 2nd March 2026

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House lovely and warm, great location. Quiet place in Feb. No steam train running but Lovely walks in the area. Pub across the road.

Reviewed by Deborah 22nd November 2025

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A clean comfortable cottage. Great location near to lovely countryside and wonderful Whitby.

Reviewed by Karen 31st October 2025

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Great place , great location, great facilities.

Reviewed by Michael 10th October 2025

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A lovely three bedroom property situated right next to the North Yorks Moors train line at Grosmont and opposite the local pub. Property is well equipped and has plenty of entertainment eg games for the night time. Northern Rail line runs through Grosmont and only costs around 3 return to Whitby. There are some good walks for the energetic.The onlRead morey down side was car parking as this was on road with lots of yellow lines to avoid. Station car park has no over night parking. However we managed to agree a deal with a local to park our car. Holiday was excellent and we would certainly recommend a stay here. Hide

Reviewed by Gordon 7th October 2025

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Overall quality has improved over the years we have stayed in the cottage

Reviewed by Robert 22nd September 2025

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The cottage is a lovely place to stay, situated in a great peaceful position for walk's and access to the pub, CO-OP and the NYMR, main line trains and small cafes.

Reviewed by Mandy 8th August 2025

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Location was perfect. Lovely setting. Great to watch the steam trains in and out of the station. Very comfortable. Everything we needed. Weather was kind for getting out to the seaside. Would definitely recommend to family and friends

Reviewed by Terry 15th July 2025

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Reviewed by Karl 13th May 2025

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Clean cosy and quiet, perfect, everything needed was there apart from logs which maybe down to the fire hazard on the moors, the shop opposite catered for most of out needs and reasonable priced, the only downside we found was if you wanted a steak in a restaurant you had to travel for miles

Reviewed by Claire 5th May 2025

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Amazing place and if you like the heritage railway this is amazing can watch Trains from lounge or sit out on one of picnic benches outside , lovely gem of a cottage only downside is no parking and take a chance if can park in railway station car park , 5 per day ,didnt bother me but on busy days difficult to get a space until trains stopped for thRead moree day , but a gem of a place been two years running , recommend to family and will be back next year hopefully !! Lovely walk to the post gate inn at Egton bridge 1.5 miles along old toll trail did this twice great food there Hide

Reviewed by Kim 28th December 2024

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The property has an excellent location. It was in warm, inviting and incredibly clean and fully equipped. We would highly recommend for all ages. We went at Christmas time with a small child, the property has everything you could possibly think of and was wonderfully christmassy decorated. The kitchen is so well equipped, we cooked a full ChristmaRead mores dinner. The small extras, like the toilet roll, washing up liquid and especially the milk were an enormous help after a long journey. Well definitely be back! Hide

Reviewed by Kim 28th December 2024

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The property has an excellent location. It was in warm, inviting and incredibly clean and fully equipped. We would highly recommend for all ages. We went at Christmas time with a small child, the property has everything you could possibly think of and was wonderfully christmassy decorated. The kitchen is so well equipped, we cooked a full ChristmaRead mores dinner. The small extras, like the toilet roll, washing up liquid and especially the milk were an enormous help after a long journey. Well definitely be back! Hide

Reviewed by John 3rd November 2024

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Reviewed by Heather 1st October 2024

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We stayed at this cottage last year because the location is perfect for the railway. Very pleased to see improvements - new carpets, freshly painted, generally much cleaner and brighter. Not ideal for a small child (we had a 15mo with us) because the staircase is open on one side. Comfortable and generally well-equipped (but no dishwasher).Read more Perfect for steam enthusiasts! Hide

Reviewed by Marion 24th September 2024

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We had a lovely weekend with my dad and uncle. They used to stay in the identical cottage next door in the 1940's on their holidays and as boys used to wave at all the trains. A real trip down memory lane

Reviewed by Deborah 1st September 2024

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Reviewed by Karen 5th August 2024

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Beautiful cottage, everything you need , great location, just perfect, feels like home from home.

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Original Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.