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Duck's Cottage

Whitby, Yorkshire
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • An ancient cottage brimming with charm and beautiful features for a luxurious stay
  • Set in the heart of Whitby on the West Cliff, it’s conveniently located to access attractions and amenities
  • Close to the beach and harbour, enjoy being close to the famous 199 steps to reach the ruins of Whitby Abbey

Property code: OC-W003

A quaint and historic cottage dating back to the 1700s situated in the centre of the fabulous seaside resort of Whitby, this is the perfect retreat for a group of four humans and two canine companions, as no holiday is complete without your dogs. Find a new leash of life on the town’s sandy shores or head 3 miles inland to the wonderful North York Moors National Park.

Enter this beautiful four-storey cottage through the patio and into the spacious and contemporary kitchen/diner. Enjoy this sociable space cooking, eating and playing games together. Take the steep stairs to the first floor, and warm up in front of the open fire. Let the dogs have a well-deserved snooze as you watch movies together after a busy day exploring. The second floor contains a comfortable and pretty double bedroom, alongside a bathroom with a walk-in shower, while the third floor houses the twin bedroom in the eaves, which has skylights. To the front, the enclosed patio area is a safe space for dogs to explore or for you to dine alfresco as the sun sets on the horizon.

Whitby is a bustling town steeped in history and brimming with things to do. The Georgian seaside town has a range of shops, restaurants and plenty of dog-friendly pubs and cafes. Head out on foot or paw and run wild and free on the golden sands of West Cliff Beach or Robin Hood’s Bay (5 miles). Alternatively, head out on the Cinder Track, an off-road route that starts in Whitby and winds along the rugged coastline to Scarborough. Enjoy the countryside of the North York Moors (3 miles) where you can climb fells and soak up the superb views.

  • 2 bedrooms: 1 bedroom with double bed and 1 twin (located on 3rd floor)
  • 1 bathroom: located on 2nd floor with walk in shower and WC
  • Kitchen/ diner on ground floor level with dual fuel range cooker, fridge, freezer, microwave and washer/dryer. Stairs to first floor located here.
  • TV with Freeview and DVD, iPod/MP3 docking station
  • Travel cot, high chair and stairgate available
  • Open fire in lounge on 1st floor (start-up fuel provided)
  • Enclosed courtyard with table and chairs
  • Parking scratchcards are provided
  • Beach 0.3 miles, pub 0.1 miles, shop 0.1 miles
  • Please note, the stairs between all levels are steep
  • 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 17 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Lorraine 24th May 2026

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Reviewed by Jane 14th May 2026

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We had an enjoyable, comfortable stay in Duck Cottage. It is in an excellent position for the main town, pubs, restaurants etc We did feel that the cottage would benefit from a little tlc. I would also recommend that you research the location of the cottage. We were not familiar with the area and parking and found it a bit of a trial on arrival.

Reviewed by Julien 13th April 2026

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A really well located and cosy cottage in the heart of Whitby. Parking for loading and unloading is a bit of a challenge but the visitor parking permits left for us were greatly appreciated.

Reviewed by Rachel 5th April 2026

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Fantastic location and a lovely homely cottage. Plenty of space across multiple floors and a nice courtyard to sit or let the dogs out. Will definitely look for availability on our next Whitby trip.

Reviewed by Sally 29th March 2026

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Reviewed by Simon 23rd February 2026

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Reviewed by Bruce 15th February 2026

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Lovely cottage but found the stairs difficult due to recent back opportunities. Excellent location. Parking an issue.

Reviewed by Lucy 29th November 2025

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Reviewed by Jen 18th August 2025

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Reviewed by Neal 10th August 2025

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Lovely cottage ,excellent location, great week away

Reviewed by Joseph 4th May 2025

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An ideal location off Flowergate, dog friendly, and a very good stay. Loved the kitchen, living room and the comfort of the double bed. Some TLC needed in a few areas, which would improve the property from being very good to excellent. On the whole though I would certainly recommend to others.

Reviewed by James 4th March 2025

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Lovely stay. Great location.

Reviewed by Amanda 29th December 2024

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We all absolutely loved this cottage. It was in a very quiet yard yet everything you needed was a stones throw away and having its own gated area was great for the dogs too. The cottage was very warm and much larger than expected (great kitchen area with sofa and table). Thank you for the additional Christmas decor, the tree was much appreciated anRead mored beautifully decorated. We have no complaints and would HIGHLY recommend this property and would love to stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Laura 26th October 2024

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Reviewed by Stella 22nd September 2024

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We had a wonderful stay. All the comforts of home. Location was perfect and enabled us to visit different places during the day and local facilities by evening. Selection of cafes and restaurants were great. Recommend that future guests make take time to check the parking arrangements as traffic wardens are very, very tuned in and eager to presRead moreent you with a parking ticket Hide

Reviewed by Grant 20th July 2024

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Reviewed by Andrew 15th June 2024

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Charming 3 storey cottage even with its tilting rooms. Loved the history. Well equipped kitchen. Good power shower. Fresh clean towels and bedding. Enjoyed our stay. Great location for restaurants, pubs and beaches. Whitby really do love their dogs!

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Canine 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.