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Post Office Cottage - Goathland

Goathland, near Whitby, Yorkshire
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 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

  • Beautiful village cottage featured on ITV’s Heartbeat and close to a Harry Potter filming location
  • Cosy and welcoming former post office boasting a roaring wood burner and a peaceful lawned garden
  • The perfect base for outdoor pursuits, with the North York Moors and Yorkshire’s coastline at your feet
Property code: OC-P30205

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque village of Goathland on the North York Moors, this unique holiday home was once featured in ITV's Heartbeat as the district nurse’s cottage. Since the show’s launch, this property has retained much of its UK television history, with Aidensfield still emblazoned on the front of the building. Make the most of peaceful village life, with a local ice cream parlour next door and a village green and places to eat and drink nearby. This famous retreat is centrally placed for both adventures in the North York Moors National Park and Yorkshire’s coast. Drive 7 miles and find yourself in the historic seaside town of Whitby, or venture over to Robin Hood's Bay (6 miles) to discover a fishing village with twisting cobbled streets, quirky shops and family-friendly pubs. Stay inland and find plenty of walks on your doorstep, including the renowned, 3-mile circular route of Mallyan Spout.

Before stepping into this delightful cottage, take a moment to look around and appreciate your charming village surroundings that set the scene for a peaceful Yorkshire stay. Head on in to find that the rural charm continues in the form of tasteful decor, with accents of the property’s rich past dotted throughout. Be greeted by a welcoming lounge area, where a roaring wood burner and Smart TV offer the perfect spot for a cosy evening in together. When stomachs begin to rumble, the kitchen/diner is fully equipped, making mealtimes a breeze for guests, which can be enjoyed around the dining table in the ice cream parlour-inspired dining space. Dopamine-dressed decor and generous dining space make this a fantastic spot to congregate with loved ones as you plan the next day’s adventure. When day turns to night, head upstairs to find a cosy single bedroom, a king-size room, and a king-size bedroom with an en-suite shower room and WC. Finishing off this floor is the family bathroom with a shower over bath and WC, offering a haven of tranquillity at the end of adventurous days.

Outside, an enclosed lawned garden features a decked area and overlooks glorious Yorkshire fields. Enjoy balmy summer evenings out here with al fresco drinks or admire the dark skies at night. There is a permit for on-street parking at this property, plus a public car park opposite the house.

  • 3 bedrooms – 2 king-size, 1 single
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 1 family bathroom with shower over the bath and WC
  • Electric oven/hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer
  • Welcome pack on arrival
  • Wood burner in the lounge (first basket of logs provided)
  • Smart TV in the lounge Enclosed, lawned garden with decking and outdoor furniture
  • On-street parking permit for 1 car; public car park opposite the property (subject to availability)
  • Shop 20 metres, pub 400 metres, beach 9 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Amy Jackson

This property is personally managed by Amy.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 16 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Diane 13th June 2026

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Reviewed by Pauline 20th May 2026

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Everything you could want was there. Perfect Location. Outside space really good when we had friends visit.

Reviewed by Matthew 4th April 2026

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We love staying at the Post Office cottage,we've been twice and will definitely be back. It's a great base for doing things and it had everything we needed.

Reviewed by Gemma 8th December 2025

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Gorgeous well equipped cottage. Loads of room for our family of 5. Will definitely return.

Reviewed by Louise 30th November 2025

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This cottage is a dream, beautiful, perfect and perfect location, we had the best time, will definitely be back with the family

Reviewed by Jane 13th September 2025

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Great cottage, great location

Reviewed by David 6th September 2025

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Last minute booking we made and so pleased we chose this cottage. Everything was perfect and we have already booked for next year. Definitely will be booking this cottage in future when visiting the area. So clean and comfortable and surprisingly spacious. Lovely decked area to sit outside being very private and not overlooked

Reviewed by Carol 31st August 2025

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Great cottage - beautifully presented, very comfortable, lovely garden. Great location - plenty to do in and around Goathland - great walks, steam trains and a playground for little ones. Good food at The Inn on the Moor which is 5 minutes walk away.

Reviewed by Matthew 23rd August 2025

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We found the Old Post Office to be perfect for the holiday we wanted to have. It was clean, well equipped and very comfortable. Will definitely be booking another stay here.

Reviewed by Derek 4th August 2025

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This is a must stay for any fan of Heartbeat or anyone looking to explore Goathland and the surrounding villages and also any steam train enthusiasts. The cottage is well presented in the heart of village life. A tranquil and charming atmosphere. Also excellent for stargazing

Reviewed by Julie 28th June 2025

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Superb cottage in a great location. Very comfortable with excellent quality facilities. Fully enclosed garden for the dog. Everything has been thought of and provided. Great place to people watch during the day. Heartbeat fans will love this place, as we did.

Reviewed by Jamie 28th April 2025

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Perfect cottage in the perfect location with lovelys walks. Beds are very comfortable kitchen has everything you need. I would definitely recommend

Reviewed by Beverley 7th April 2025

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To anyone looking to stay in Goathland I would highly recommend cherry Garth lovely and spacious it was like home from home, absolutely no privacy at the post office cottage as people looking through the front windows all the time, neighbour uses back garden as a through fare to his property

Reviewed by Matthew 30th March 2025

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The stairs may be a little steep or narrow for older people as both toilets are upstairs but overall it is a nice house lovely big kitchen with TV.. We only cooked once but cooker easy enough to work and washing machine also basic.. Little penned seating area was ideal for us and our dog who could not escape to the field so we could let her out Read morewithout worry of her running off... Overall good value for money and bus is only 25 mins to Whitby if you do not want to drive Hide

Reviewed by Jane 15th March 2025

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The cottage is beautiful the decor is lovely it is very clean and equipped with everything we would need. The beds were wonderfully comfortable.

Reviewed by Helen 6th March 2025

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Lovely cosy cottage in a great location.decorated beautifully. The little shops in the village have all the essentials. The inn on the moor is great for food a short walk down the village. Welcome pack of Tea,coffee,milk and biscuits for the humans and biscuits towel etc for the dog. The area is very dog friendly and would definitely visit again

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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.