Stay at one of these wonderful Whitby cottages, situated in-and-around this beautiful town on Yorkshire’s east coast. Offering a unique blend of history culture and natural beauty, this selection of Whitby holiday cottages are perfect for romantic getaways, family holidays and short breaks for groups of friends, with something to suit everyone’s taste and budget.
Why Whitby Cottages?
When staying at one of these Whitby cottages, you’ll be right on the doorstep of this historic town and all the best landmarks it has to offer. Known for the iconic ruins of Whitby Abbey as well as the town’s connections to the likes of Captain Cook and Bram Stoker’s Dracula, this really is a town steeped in mystery and charm, making it a wonderful place to explore from one of these holiday cottages in Whitby.
In the town, you’ll also find two fantastic beaches that are extremely popular with both tourists and locals during the summer months. As well as these, there’s also some brilliant attractions like the Dracula Experience and the Captain Cook Memorial Museum that pay homage to the town’s historic past.
Nearby, you’ll also find great places to walk like The Cinder Trail aqueduct and Whitby Abbey, which you can reach via the 199 Steps trail that leads up from Tate Hill Sands in the heart of the town’s harbour. Then, when you’re all finished up, you can retreat to one of these Whitby holiday cottages to unwind and relax for the rest of the evening.
If you’re searching for more places to explore from your holiday cottage in Whitby, be sure to have a browse of our comprehensive Whitby Travel Guide.
Places to visit near Whitby Cottages
Because these Whitby cottages are situated amongst the stunning scenery of the North York Moors National Park, you’ll be no more than a short drive away from this county’s breath-taking countryside, pictures picturesque villages and charming towns that make this part of the country popular.
For example, the village of Robin Hood’s Bay sits just a couple miles south of the town and makes for a brilliant day out exploring its winding historic streets that overlook the seafront. Likewise, if you travel just a few short miles north of the town you’ll find Sandsend, a lesser-known seaside village with a beach that's much quieter than those in Whitby.
Here’s just a handful of places you can find when venturing out from one of these Whitby holiday cottages:
Filey
Goathland
Kirkbymoorside
Hunmanby
Malton
Pickering
Ruswarp
Scarborough
Sleights
Staithes
York
Types of Whitby Holidays
If these Whitby holiday cottages aren’t taking your fancy, then perhaps these coastal cottages in Whitby or these luxury Whitby holiday cottages would be more to your taste. On the other hand, if you’re planning on visiting with your four-legged companion, then these dog-friendly Whitby cottages are sure to have something you’re looking for. You can also choose from these Whitby cottages with hot tubs. If you're still undecided, there are plenty of other North Yorkshire cottages to choose from.