This pleasantly upgraded barn conversion is located in a rural setting mid-way between Whitby and Robin Hood’s Bay, making for an idyllic coastal getaway for couples or small families. From here you can walk the Cleveland Way National Trail, explore the North York Moors National Park or stretch your legs along the rugged coastal path. There’s plenty to do on a day out in Whitby (3.5 miles), from shopping and playing golf to visiting the ruined Abbey (via 199 steps) or stopping off at one of the many excellent eateries. You might even want to venture out of town on the heritage railway, which takes you to the market town of Pickering. Hunt for fossils at Saltwick Bay (2 miles) or visit picturesque Robin Hood’s Bay (3 miles), with its narrow, cobbled streets.
Thoughtfully designed and decorated, this charming property combines rustic elements – such as rugged beams, panelled wooden doors and deep-set windows – with modern amenities and elegant décor. Step through the glazed front door and into the open-plan lounge/diner, where you’ll find comfortable seating and a dining table for four. Full of natural light, this is a delightful space in which to spend time together, whether lingering over a meal or gathered around the Smart TV to stream a much-loved show. The compact kitchen includes a microwave and dishwasher for your convenience. Also on the ground floor is a sleek family shower room. Head up to the first floor to find two double bedrooms, one of which benefits from an en-suite bathroom featuring a claw-foot bath with a hand-held shower attachment. These upstairs rooms, tucked into the roof, have beautiful herringbone parquet floors and sloping, beamed ceilings that are characterfully low in places.
The cottage has private parking for one car and, on the grassy area adjacent to the parking space, there’s a bench seat where you can sit peacefully with your morning brew or evening tipple as you breathe in the fresh Yorkshire air. There is also an enclosed paddock where dogs can be walked.