This Grade II-listed home has ample space across four stylish floors for up to eight guests – perfect for a family break or trip among friends. It’s set on Whitby’s historic East Side, just 0.5 miles from both the lively harbour below and the dramatic Whitby Abbey above, reached via the famous 199 Steps. From your doorstep, wander cobbled streets lined with independent shops, sample fresh seafood or head to the beach (1 mile). For history and gothic charm, explore Whitby Abbey, famously inspiring Bram Stoker’s Dracula, or take a boat trip from the harbour. Fancy pulling your hiking boots on? The North York Moors National Park begins just 2 miles away and Robin Hood’s Bay is a scenic spot along the coast (5 miles). TV buffs will love Goathland, 9 miles inland, well known as the setting of the period drama Heartbeat.
Entering via the rear entrance, down the 18 steps (shared with the cottage next door) which leads down to the garden. Stepping inside from the garden brings you to the first floor, with stairs leading both up and down through the house. On the ground floor, the open-plan living area feels warm and welcoming with its plush corner sofa, central dining table and modern kitchen for all your meal prep. A multi-fuel stove adds a homely glow, while a door from here takes you down stone steps directly to the harbour. The first floor is home to a double bedroom alongside a stylish shower room. Head up another level to find a second double bedroom with harbour views and a family bathroom with shower over bath. The third floor reveals a charming twin tucked beneath exposed beams, complete with an extra pull-out bed and futon to make it a versatile space for four. This room has gorgeous rooftop views across the harbour and sea to wake up to – you may even see the steam trains passing the moors a couple of miles away.
This outdoor space is a lovely spot to unwind after a day of exploring, with a raised seating area and a gas fire table that sets you up for cosy evenings under the stars.