Dog friendly Kirkby House, Whitby, North Yorkshire - Sleeps 5

Hidden away in an elevated position overlooking the harbour, this semi-detached cottage provides excellent accommodation with magnificent panoramic views. Set over four floors, the property is perfectly placed for enjoying this popular historic seaside town and for exploring the surrounding countryside of the North York Moors National Park.

Offering modern furnishings with a contemporary feel, there is a bright and well-equipped kitchen, with a corner breakfast bar and picture windows to take in the views whilst relaxing over a leisurely breakfast! The comfortable sitting room is on the top floor to take full advantage of views over the harbour activities, and features a 50" TV so that you can catch up on your favourite programmes.

From the property, steps lead down right into the hustle and bustle of this popular port, with its quaint, narrow cobbled streets, rich array of tea rooms, pubs and restaurants and long, sandy beaches. Climb the 199 steps up to the famous Whitby Abbey, or take a bracing, exhilarating walk along the Cleveland Way clifftop trail.

The surrounding area offers a wealth of attractions including the steam railway at Grosmont, the Danby Moors Centre and pretty villages such as Robin Hood's Bay and Staithes. With easy access to the market towns of Pickering, Kirkbymoorside and Helmsley, this attractive cottage is a superb base for a memorable holiday.

Kirkby House, Whitby - Property Amenities

Gas central heating. Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing/dryer, slimline dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, DAB radio, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot, highchair and stairgates on all sets of stairs. One free allocated parking space available nearby and additional parking on The Ropery and Church Street on a first served basis. Large decking area with furniture and BBQ to the side of the property (accessed from the outside). Sorry no smoking. The nearest pub is only 2 min walk away and the shops 5 min away. There is a Co-Op on the other side of the river approx 10 min away. Beach 10 mins walk. Note: This property is accessed by a cobbled slope and 15 steps down from The Ropery or 48 steps up from Church Street. Note: The cottage is in a residential area. Please respect the neighbours if you are sitting out at night and keep the noise to a minimum after 10pm. Please note: This property only accepts 7-night stays in the high season (April-September).

About the Whitby area

Whitby in North Yorkshire remains one of the regions most popular tourist hotspots, and with good reason. The town is at the mouth of the River Esk, and this old fishing port retains mush character in its winding streets and hidden alleys. There is a picturesque harbour, sandy beach and the famous Whitby Abbey.

Close to other seaside destinations such as Scarborough, Staithes and Robin Hood's Bay, Whitby is also ideally placed for heading inland and exploring the beautiful countryside of the North York Moors National Park.