On this page I have handpicked the best large holiday cottages in Whitby & North Yorkshire, along with things to do nearby. Also see my guide to over 500 big cottages across the UK.
All the properties are of an excellent or exceptional standard throughout.
Sleeps 8 Whitby & North Yorkshire
The Barn, Ellerby
Sleeps 8 | Bedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 2 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | WiFi | Open fire | Games room
About & Things To Do
Stunning luxury barn conversion near Runswick Bay, a historic fishing village in a beautiful sheltered sandy-beached bay backed by spectacular cliffs and moorland scenery.
Property includes a fantastic hot tub, private gardens and paddock.
Things to do: Visit the historic fishing village of Runswick Bay. Take a trip to Whitby with its famous Abbey.
Castle View
Sleeps 8 | Bedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 2 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | WiFi | Open fire
About & Things To Do
Castle View is a stylish holiday home that can be found lying within the picturesque village of Burniston.
Things to do: Visit Peasholm Park to wander the breath-taking Japanese landscapes.
Hike up Raptor Viewpoint for outstanding scenery and stunning landscapes and stop by the enchanting Falling Foss Tea Garden before heading home to your cottage.
Sleeps 9 Whitby & North Yorkshire
Albany House
Sleeps 9 | Bedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 4 | Pets No | WiFi | Near a pub
About & Things To Do
A luxurious Georgian townhouse boasting sea views.
Superbly located, a few minutes’ walk from the harbour, beach, restaurants and shops.
Things to do: Explore the Captain Cook Memorial Museum and visit Whitby Lighthouse.
Sleeps 10 Whitby & North Yorkshire
Chapel of Rock
Sleeps 10 | Bedrooms 5 | Bathrooms 4 | Pet Friendly | Open fire/Woodburner
11 Highfield
Sleeps 10 | Bedrooms 5 | Bathrooms 3 | Pets No | Hot tub | WiFi | Seaside
About & Things To Do
This beautiful semi-detached period property is situated in the heart of Scarborough, only a short stroll from the beach and local amenities.
Things to do: North Bay and Southbay provide stretches of sandy beaches.
Visit the Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough Spa, golf courses and lovely coastal walks along the Cleveland Way.
Sleeps 12 Whitby & North Yorkshire
Allium House
Sleeps 12 | Bedrooms 5 | Bathrooms 4 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | WiFi | Seaside | Near a pub
About & Things To Do
Character town house in Whitby. Courtyard garden has a hot tub.
Things to do: Visit the Captain Cook Museum where you will find a wealth of information regarding Cook’s life and voyages.
Willow Garth House
Sleeps 12 | Bedrooms 6 | Bathrooms 6 | Pets No | Hot tub | WiFi | Open fire | Games room
About & Things To Do
A Grade II listed three-storey property in Great Smeaton.
Located within 25 acres of its own picturesque gardens, paddocks and woodlands.
Things to do: Walking in Wiske and the Cod Beck, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Sleeps 14 Whitby & North Yorkshire
Station House
Sleeps 14 | Bedrooms 7 | Bathrooms 5 | Pets No | Hot tub | WiFi | Seaside | Games Room
About & Things To Do
Resting in the thriving seaside town of Scarborough, on the coast of North Yorkshire, is this stunning terrace cottage.
Things to do: Scarborough is one of North Yorkshire’s most popular tourist destinations for its wealth of attractions within walking distance.
Venture into the historic town of Whitby for a plethora of attractions, including the Captain Cook Museum, 199 steps and Whitby Abbey.
Green Tor
Sleeps 14 | Bedrooms 7 | Bathrooms 5 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | WiFi | Games Room | Open fire
About & Things To Do
Superbly positioned within walking distance to the golden beach at North Bay in Scarborough, this 1930’s detached house is the perfect place for families and friends to enjoy a wonderful Yorkshire holiday.
Things to do: Relish in the wonderful stretches of sandy beach on the North Bay and South Bay during your visit to Scarborough; the many attractions await you at this glorious seaside town of North Yorkshire.
Sleeps 15 Whitby & North Yorkshire
Royal Victoria House
Sleeps 15 | Bedrooms 7 | Bathrooms 5 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | WiFi | Open fire
About & Things To Do
In the historic seaside resort town of Scarborough, on a street looking out to sea, you can find Royal Victoria House in all its grandeur and glory; an incredible mid-terrace house set over four floors.
It is suited for a large family or a group of friends.
Things to do: Head to Scarborough Castle to learn about the local history, or treat yourself to a trip to Scarborough Spa for an exciting show with events and shows all year round.
Sleeps 16 Whitby & North Yorkshire (2)
Crayke Manor
16 guests | 9 bedrooms | 10 beds | 4 bathrooms | Pets welcome
Excellent customer ratings with average 4.85/5 stars based on 39 reviews.
About & Things To Do
Grand Jacobean manor built in 1620 which has been lovingly restored as a family home. Set in 17 acres there’s plenty of privacy and space for large groups of family or friends.
Things to do: Set on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Crayke there are plenty of walks and historical sites to visit, like Ampleforth Abbey, Rievaulx Abbey and nearby towns like Helmsley and Easingwold. The historic city of York is only 10 miles away.
Sykes Lodge
Sleeps 16 | Bedrooms 6 | Bathrooms 4 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | WiFi
About & Things To Do
Detached farm conversion on the outskirts of Malton. Great outdoor area with BBQ and hot tub.
Things to do: Jump on the North Yorkshire Moors Steam Railway at the nearby town of Pickering, the best way to experience the scenic Yorkshire landscape to the coast.
Queen’s Cliff
Sleeps 16 | Bedrooms 8 | Bathrooms 8 | Pets No | Hot tub | WiFi | Seaside
About & Things To Do
With arguably the best views in Scarborough, this stunning mid-terrace Victorian property sits as close to the seafront as you can get from Northcliffe.
Things to do: Walk along from North Bay to South Bay and the small pretty harbour, with the castle ruins perched high on the clifftop.
The Retreat
Sleeps 16 | Bedrooms 8 | Bathrooms 5 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | WiFi | Seaside
About & Things To Do
This spacious accommodation enjoys three floors of contemporary styling, carefully selected furnishings and everything you could possibly need.
Things to do: Within walking distance you will find Peasholm Park, with its boating lake as well as a cinema, open air thatre and the sea life centre.
Explore miles of walking and cycling routes on the North York Moors or the picturesque Cleveland Way.
Sleeps 17 Whitby & North Yorkshire
The Power House
Sleeps 17 | Bedrooms 6 | Bathrooms 5 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | Sauna | Games room | WiFi | Open fire | Near a pub
About & Things To Do
A conversion of a former Victorian powerhouse, 800 yards from the sandy beach in the former fishing village of Skinningrove.
Things to do: Visit Whitby and the coastal villages of Staithes and Runswick Bay.
Head to the North York Moors National Park.
The Manor House
Sleeps 17 | Bedrooms 8 | Bathrooms 3 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | WiFi | Open fire | Near a pub
About & Things To Do
Grand Edwardian house near the popular resort town of Scarborough.
Things to do: Visit the sandy beaches at North Bay and South Bay.
There are a number of child friendly activities and attractions for grown-ups too, including the Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough Spa and Scarborough Open Air Theatre for live music.
The Lodge
Sleeps 16 | Bedrooms 8 | Bathrooms 5 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | WiFi | Seaside
About & Things To Do
This superb, Grade II listed detached stone property with an 8-person hot tub, lies in the small village of Snainton, between Scarborough and Pickering.
Things to do: The historic market towns of Pickering, Malton and Kirkbymoorside are all worth exploring, or you can take a trip on the North York Moors Steam Railway.
Sleeps 18 Whitby & North Yorkshire
Tuft House
Sleeps 18 | Bedrooms 8 | Bathrooms 5 | Pets No | Hot Tub | Open Fire | Garden
Sleeps 20 Whitby & North Yorkshire
Seacrest Lodge
Sleeps 20 | Bedrooms 8 | Bathrooms 4 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | WiFi | Seaside | Games Room
About & Things To Do
Surrounded by beautiful gardens, this immaculate, modern dormer bungalow with a hot tub, sits in an enviable position close to the seafront and all amenities in the popular town of Scarborough.
Things to do: Explore the quaint fishing villages, such as Robin Hood’s Bay and Flamborough Head, or spend a cultural day in historic York, visiting the Minster, the National Railway Museum and the Jorvik Viking Centre.
Sail Lodge
Sleeps 20 | Bedrooms 9 | Bathrooms 9 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | WiFi | Seaside
About & Things To Do
A pleasing and heartwarming mid-terrace property located next to Peasholm Park in the seaside town of Scarborough.
Things to do: Scarborough has something for everyone, with the Alpamare Water Park ten minutes walk away featuring indoor pools, an outdoor infinity pool, and a gigantic wave pool, plus the beach, a number of shops and pubs are five minutes walk away, and only a minute walk away is a Michelin Star restaurant, a newsagents/grocery shop and a beauty salon.
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