This seaside bolthole is ideal for five friends or family, plus one lucky pup. It’s set in a charming part of Robin Hood’s Bay and offers comfortable accommodation with quirky touches via both design and original features. And, best of all is that the beach is 200 metres away, so walks with your canine chum are a pleasure without the pressure of getting them in the car. This cottage is ideal for relaxing and discovering this pretty fishing village or as a base for exploring further afield.
This characterful property gives you a real sense of history that will be thrilling for young and old alike. The open-plan lounge/diner has ceiling beams, a stripped wooden floor and wood panelling for that authentic feel. It’s cosy, too, with an open fire and comfortable furniture. The kitchen is up three steps and has all you need plus a nice, tiled floor for your faithful friend to keep you company. Up on the first floor, you will find one elegant double, one cosy single room (both with light decor and beamed and panelled ceilings (and a shower room. Up again to the second floor, where a twin bedroom nestles in the eaves with the exposed beams coming from a ship’s mast for a reminder of the history of the area. A bench in front of the cottage overlooks a shared garden with a BBQ.
Take the lead and get lost in the village’s labyrinthine cobbled streets. Stop and take stock of the lovely sea views when you can glimpse them or just sit and watch the world go by. Learn about this fascinating stretch of fossil-rich coast at the National Trust Visitor Centre on the quayside. Whitby is 5.5 miles north, which makes a great place for a long return walk with happy dogs in tow or for a low-key day trip.