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The Curious Crab - Staithes

Staithes, near Whitby, Yorkshire
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Just a stone’s throw from the sea in the pretty fishing village of Staithes
  • Rustic seaside cottage, sleeping up to 6, bursting with character and original features including an impressive fireplace oven
  • Three beautiful bedrooms: a double, single, and family room, the perfect configuration for a family
Property code: OC-88118

Staithes is a pretty, traditional fishing village with bundles of charm located 10 miles north of Whitby and offers an idyllic location for a seaside escape. The village boasts some of the narrowest cobbled streets in the north and has a network of ginnels, nooks, and winding streets. There is plenty to see and do with pubs, cafes, shops, art galleries, and a fish smokehouse. The village hosts real ale and jazz festivals during the year and attracts many visitors. For those wishing to take to the water, there are regular boat trips to Whitby from Staithes, or try your hand at crabbing off the quay. There are also many walks around the area along the Cleveland Way clifftops and over to Whitby. A wonderful location for a holiday with family or friends.

Step into this cosy and charming three storey cottage just metres away from the beach. You will be find a traditional style cottage interior with wooden floors, a beamed ceiling, and a working original fireplace. Sit on the comfortable sofas and unwind whilst watching a film on the Smart TV. Dine around the table at mealtimes before heading out for the day. Take the stone twist steps down to find the contemporary kitchen complete with a breakfast bar. The kitchen is fully equipped to cook up a storm, with electric oven and hob, fridge, dishwasher, microwave and washing machine. From the lounge, venture up the stairs, on the first floor is a spacious double room, a single room, and a bathroom with a bath/shower over and WC. Open the landing door to find another set of steps (mind your head on the way up!) and you'll discover a triple room with a double and single bed.

A parking permit is provided for one car at the public car park (Bank Top) at the top of the village (within 500 metres) with additional pay and display parking (long stay available). Please note that this property is not suitable for the less mobile due to the steep incline in and out of the village and some steep stairs and low ceilings in the property.

  • Sleeping up to 6
  • 3 bedrooms - 1 double, 1 single and a family room with 1 double and 1 single
  • 1 bathroom - shower over bath and WC - sloped ceiling in shower area
  • Electric hob and fridge, dishwasher, washing machine and microwave
  • Travel cot and highchair
  • Smart TV in the lounge
  • Open fire (first basket of logs provided in winter only)
  • Permit for one car at the car park at the top of the village within 500 metres - additional pay and display available (long stay rates) steep incline hill in/out of the village
  • Beach, pub, shops, and restaurants within a very short walk
  • PLEASE NOTE: there are original uneven stone stairs down to the kitchen, infants should be supervised
  • Please note that this property is not suitable for the less mobile due to the steep incline in and out of the village and some steep stairs and low ceilings in the property
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

 

James Ward

This property is personally managed by James.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 10 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Joanne 6th May 2026

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The cottage was lovely, cute and cosy. Fabulous location and ideal for a family holiday.

Reviewed by Tracy 28th March 2026

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Reviewed by Steve 24th October 2025

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Loved it, authenic fishermans cottage, full of character. Great loaction close to beach, close to Pubs, on the easy walking path to the top of the hill.

Reviewed by Peter 19th September 2025

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Lovely cottage in a brilliant location in a stunning place. Be prepared that the stairs to the kitchen are tricky and the headroom in the shower is restricted, more than compensated by without doubt the most comfortable bed we have ever had in ~30 plus years of using holiday cottages. Stunning coastline, friendly locals, lots to see and really helpRead moreful welcome pack with lots of suggestions for walks and places to eat. Fully justifies 5* but anyone 6 foot plus will have to duck quite a bit. Hide

Reviewed by David 5th September 2025

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Reviewed by Nicola 8th August 2025

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Reviewed by Andrew 1st August 2025

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The cottage was beautiful, full of caricature, stairs took a bit of getting use to going to the kitchen but after a couple of days there was no problem. everything was there you could have needed to have a great holiday. situated in the village brill, a short walk to both pubs. only downside was the parking up at the top carpark, some time we had tRead moreo wait for 30 mins for a parking space. I would go again as so relaxed cod and lobster did great food everyone was so friendly Hide

Reviewed by Peter 14th February 2025

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A great place with lovely art and amazing location! Main bedroom is huge and top room is great for kids.

Reviewed by Julie 27th September 2024

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We absolutely loved the cottage as with most cottages not for tall people and the shower was in between the stairs again it was fine for me as Im short but partner couldnt use as he couldnt fit between the stairs to shower. But loved our stay and would stay again

Reviewed by Dennis 20th September 2024

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Stayed here again this year = good location near bottom of Staithes ... old-time fisherman's cottage had what the three of use needed ...

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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.