Cottage in the centre of Whitby - beautiful coastal and Abbey views

Whitby, England
$179 avg/night
Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

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Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Penrith House is a former fisherman's cottage and it situated in Cliff Street, one of the oldest and most historic streets in Whitby. The cottage has lovely views to the Abbey and sea, and sleeps up to six people. Cliff Street is in the heart of Whitby and in an excellent location, a stone's throw from the pier, beach and quayside. This makes a fantastic holiday home base for exploring Whitby, the North Yorkshire Moors National Park and is ideal for families and couples alike.

Well behaved pets are also very welcome and there is a wonderful choice of scenic walks and beaches for them to explore closeby. The cottage is also well equipped for families and there are many exciting attractions to visit closeby such as the Captain Cook Memorial Museum, The Bram Stoker Dracula Experience and Whitby Whale Watching. Or head out and explore the nearby beautiful moorland aboard the North Yorkshire Moors Railway which departs from the town.


Accommodation
Living space has many original features and includes a cosy lounge, handmade kitchen with dining table and chairs, a large bathroom with free standing bath and separate shower, and three good sized bedrooms, two of which have original fire places.

The property comprises:-

Ground Floor

A spacious lounge with two sofas and view of the Abbey, a traditional stove and fireplace, flat-screen TV. A selection of books, games and CDs are also available.
Kitchen/diner with handmade units and solid wood work tops. Fully equipped with integrated self catering appliances including washing machine, fridge/freezer, electric hob/oven. A microwave and all essential kitchen facilities are available.

First Floor

Bedroom 1, a spacious bedroom with king size bed, original fireplace and views of the Abbey.

Large bathroom with free standing roll top bath, separate corner shower enclosure, wc, wash basin and a Victorian towel heater rail.

Bedroom 2, a large bedroom with a king size bed, original fireplace and fantastic views toward the Abbey and sea.

Bedroom 3, a twin with two single beds.
Outside
Enclosed yard area can be found to the rear. Car park passes can be provided for parking within a five minute walk, (permits are not required in winter months). It is also possible to stop outside the cottage for unloading and loading.

Other Things to Note
Perfect for guests with children of all ages - a travel cot, high chair and baby bath are available.
The front rooms of the cottage all offer lovely views over the Abbey
Full central heating and all electricity is included in the booking price.
Bed linen is provided, but please bring along your own towels.
Well behaved pets are welcome.
The property is non-smoking throughout.

An excellent base for visiting Whitby and also a great place to explore the surrounding area, including Sandsend, Robin Hood's Bay, Staithes and Runswick Bay.

Availability
Short breaks are available outside of peak holiday times. Please call Hilda Day direct on 07925 330671 for more information on pricing, availability and to book.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric Kettle Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Toilet Paper
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Highchair Travel Crib
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • martin

    Submitted May 30, 2023

    Stayed May 19, 2023

    The Property was ideally situated in the heart of the town and had a lovely view from the top room of the Abbey. The host was very helpful and engaged throughout the booking and made sure everything was ok. It is a really lovely cottage and I would recommend to anyone and will stay again.

  • karen whitehall

    Submitted Apr 25, 2022

    Stayed Apr 20, 2022

    Communications from the start were excellent and friendly. The cottage is in a brilliant situation and was lovely inside.

  • Adrianne J.

    Submitted Jun 12, 2026

    Stayed May 29, 2026

    We had a wonderful stay! The house was clean, welcoming, and very comfortable. There are great views from every floor! The location is excellent for exploring Whitby. It's easily walkable to the train station, waterfront, West Cliff, Whitby Museum, and Abbey, as well as many lovely cafes and shops. In the evenings, the neighborhood was quiet, even when there were lots of people in town for a bank holiday weekend. Hilda was an excellent host - communicative, helpful, and understanding. We couldn't have had a better experience!

  • Julie P.

    Submitted May 28, 2026

    Stayed May 21, 2026

    Perfectly situated for the town and harbour, but down a side street, so lovely and quiet of an evening. Hilda's check in instructions and where to park were spot on and any questions I had were answered very quickly. The whole place was very clean and the beds were very comfy! All in all, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

  • Kirsty C.

    Submitted May 27, 2026

    Stayed May 24, 2026

    Beautiful property in the heart of Whitby, Host was excellent, very clean, comfy beds and spacious.

  • Paul N.

    Submitted Apr 16, 2026

    Stayed Apr 13, 2026

    Great house in perfect location, good communication with the host and loads of information provided, would definitely recommend and stay again when in Whitby

  • Angela W.

    Submitted Apr 2, 2026

    Stayed Mar 16, 2026

    Clean & comfortable, in a good location. Good communication with host, received a nice welcome pack on arrival. The decor is tired in some areas

  • Sarah M.

    Submitted Mar 13, 2026

    Stayed Mar 6, 2026

    Brilliant location and lovely cottage! The owners were super kind as my dad wasn't well on check out day and they went out of their way to help!

  • Lesley T.

    Submitted Mar 4, 2026

    Stayed Feb 27, 2026

    Great host, with excellent communication.Location is perfect, central to West Cliff, Harbour & shops.Comfortable rooms providing perfect accommodation for adults, kids and dogs.Kitchen could do with a make over but it was adequate for our needs.I would definitely book again.

  • Julia S.

    Submitted Dec 10, 2025

    Stayed Dec 5, 2025

    Location was perfect . The cottage was very comfortable and had everything we needed . The bedrooms and bathroom were particularly large so we had lots of space and lots of cupboard space too. Loved the free standing bath !

  • Erika F.

    Submitted Nov 13, 2025

    Stayed Nov 10, 2025

    Hilda was lovely & friendly from the moment I booked. Very helpful. The house was warm, sparkling clean & comfortable. Beds are comfy. Tip top 3 days. Highly recommend xxx

  • Steph H.

    Submitted Nov 7, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    The fireplace was warm and heated up the living area quickly. We only are breakfast in the house, but the kitchen looked to be well equipped. The little dining area was quite compact.

  • Jane P.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2025

    Stayed Oct 18, 2025

    Lovely and clean ,fresh bedding xx

  • Ann P.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2025

    Stayed Oct 1, 2025

    Really nice cottage very close to amenities. Accommodation was well proportioned. Kitchen work tops were very sticky. The only other criticism I have was that the pillows were very hard. Other than that the cottage was great. Central heating worked very well

  • Alistair M.

    Submitted Sep 26, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    Nice cottage, clean, good comms, comfy.

  • Val C.

    Submitted Sep 26, 2025

    Stayed Sep 23, 2025

    Pleasant stay. Perfect location.

  • Donald C.

    Submitted Sep 17, 2025

    Stayed Sep 11, 2025

    Nice wee cottage,5 mins from beach and pubs and shops,comfy bed,all utensils you need,kitchen could do an update.

  • Dato' Amir M.

    Submitted Sep 11, 2025

    Stayed Sep 7, 2025

    Accessible to the centers of Whitby and all the restaurants and piers.Enjoyed the facilities, only issue is the vacuum cleaner provided was clogged with dusts unemptied from previous guests and we had to unclog the dust bags to ensure effective vacuuming.

  • Rebecca M.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    Lovely cottage close to town centre. It’s has a private back yard perfect for evening drinks. Nice spacious bedrooms and bathroom. Beautiful view of the abbey from the top floor. Fully equipped kitchen. Owners very helpful. Situated in a quiet street with zone parking (provided) not too far away or a pay and display very close by. This is our second time in Penrith house and I’m sure we’ll be back!

  • Maureen M.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2025

    Stayed Jul 7, 2025

    My friend, I & great nephew 13yrs enjoyed a very comfortable stay at this property. The bedrooms were beautifully decorated though the white furniture could do with a lick of paint. Having both a bath & a shower was great. Kitchen was well equipped , clean & a welcome pack was left for us. However the kitchen itself could do with being modernised . Lounge was very comfortable & bright. Lots of nice pictures & ornaments around the house which made it welcoming. The entrance flooring could do with being changed as it was old & worn. We enjoyed using outdoor area at back of house which had a table & chairs. Flooring in kitchen could do with being changed as like entrance was old & well worn. Wifi was great downstairs but didn’t reach top floor. We had easy access to all the main attractions & amenities in Whitby. All were in walking distance . I hadn’t appreciated the house was on 3 floors when I booked.

  • Joannie L.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    Beautiful cottage very clean with everything you need Supper comfortable beds . Little welcome pack in kitchen and milk in the fridge , we all loved it location perfect for harbour and Whitby pavilion.Great communication from owner .

  • Zoe S.

    Submitted Jul 5, 2025

    Stayed Jun 28, 2025

    A perfect place to stay. Beautiful house and surroundings. We enjoyed staying in such a beautiful home, with all amenities and very central in Whitby. We would highly recommend this property! The communication and information was clear and made everything so easy. Thanks again! The Singletons

  • Jill E.

    Submitted Jul 4, 2025

    Stayed Jun 20, 2025

    Traditional cottage, roomy and comfy.

  • Chris C.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 17, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay! The property was spotless, well-maintained, and just minutes from shops and restaurants—super convenient. The host was incredibly helpful and responsive, making everything easy from start to finish. We especially appreciated the thoughtful gift basket on arrival (and milk in the fridge)—it was a lovely touch. Highly recommend!

  • Cat S.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2025

    Stayed Jun 14, 2025

    Lovely property, very central, well-equipped. Very helpful owner.

  • Steven L.

    Submitted May 30, 2025

    Stayed May 26, 2025

    An excellent base in an ideal location.The contact with the owner was great, all instructions were clear and concise. The cottage itself was ideal for our needs. The two grandchildren loved it here.Two of the bedrooms have great views of the Abbey.One possible issue is that two of the bedrooms are on the third floor, so anyone with mobility issues would struggle.But if mobility isn't a problem I cannot recommend it enough.

  • Robert S.

    Submitted May 10, 2025

    Stayed Apr 22, 2025

    Fantastic property, Hilda was brilliant, I would highly recommend going to this cottage it was clean and tidy and the location was excellent

  • Yvonne D.

    Submitted May 1, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    If you want to feel at home as soon as you step through the door then this cottage is for you, its homely its not a show home its just a home. We could not have picked a better cottage for our stay, its centrally place for shops beach restaurants the lot, yet its so peaceful and quiet. And the owner cares that you have a good stay, Just perfect.

  • Aleksandra H.

    Submitted Apr 24, 2025

    Stayed Apr 17, 2025

    A big, spacious and very substantial house rather than a cottage. Full of character and old charm. Located in the very centre of Whitby so close to anywhere you want to go. It’s a cobblestoned street, narrow, quirky and full of history. Only one inconvenience was lack of outside parking.You can unload your luggage in front of the house and the host supplies a parking pass so you can park free at nearby car park.However the pass doesn’t warrant a space. I supposed it’s something you need to put up with if you want to stay at such a cool location.We had a great time and most definitely would stay there again!

  • Suzanne H.

    Submitted Apr 21, 2025

    Stayed Apr 14, 2025

    The property had everything we needed.Location was very good just a minute away from shops but peaceful on an evening.Very clean and comfortable house.

  • katherine f.

    Submitted Apr 16, 2025

    Stayed Apr 10, 2025

    We were pleased with how central the property is - with a 5 year old and 2 year old it was lovely to be able to walk everywhere. The rooms were lovely and the house was well equipped. We were surprised to see the ghost tour stops right outside the house, but didn’t dwell on that too much!

  • Janet C.

    Submitted Apr 1, 2025

    Stayed Mar 17, 2025

    Really enjoyed our recent stay in Whitby.Communication with Hilda was great - the house had everything we needed and is in a good central location.

  • David H.

    Submitted Mar 11, 2025

    Stayed Mar 7, 2025

    Ideal for what we wanted, communication with Hilda was effortless and efficient.

  • Chris P.

    Submitted Mar 4, 2025

    Stayed Feb 27, 2025

    The photos do not do the property justice! Warm, welcoming, spotless a lovely cottage. The location was amazing with sea views from the top bedroom and a short walk into town and the beach. Bedding was clean, excellent quality, beds and pillows very comfy. Kitchen though small is very workable with all utensils anyone needs. Hilda communicated throughout from the initial booking right through to the morning of our arrival where she allowed us early access to the property. My husband and I, our friends and their dog Lola had an amazing time. We would highly recommend the property and we will definitely be booking again. Again Hilda thank you for an amazing stay.

  • Emma H.

    Submitted Feb 23, 2025

    Stayed Feb 20, 2025

    A great holiday home in a perfect central location. Bigger than expected which was a nice surprise with a gorgeous bathroom. Warm & cosy with plenty of hot water for baths & showers. Lots of original features and a secret little outside hideaway sun trap at the back perfect for a morning cuppa. Easy to unload luggage despite being such a narrow one way road and lovely and clean through out. Can highly recommend. The constant contact with the friendly host was reassuring and the surprise early check in time was a real bonus. Thanks for a lovely stay.

  • Emma C.

    Submitted Feb 21, 2025

    Stayed Feb 16, 2025

    We were four adults and a dog, staying at the house for a three night break in February. The location is absolutely perfect - just a stone's through away from the harbour but slightly back from the hustle and bustle. The house is lovely with well thought out equipment in the kitchen and throughout. The owner was very responsive with any queries we have. We would definitely choose to stay here again. Thank you.

  • SHIRLEY M.

    Submitted Jan 7, 2025

    Stayed Jan 3, 2025

    A lovely cosy cottage . In hind site January probably not the best month to visit . Central position, characterful interior . Host very accommodating.

  • Sinclair W.

    Submitted Jan 4, 2025

    Stayed Dec 30, 2024

    The property was good value, comfortable and well equipped and we liked the rustic style - our friends had two dogs and we were more relaxed the decor wasn't 'show-home' level, but it was all still charming.The house was located very centrally in town within a couple of minutes walk to the town centre shops and restaurants, and to the famous Abbey, as well as beautiful beaches. There is also a great view of the abbey from the front windows and you can also see the sea from one of the bedrooms. The kitchen is very compact but well equipped, and we managed to squeeze all 6 of us around the kitchen table by pushing one side against the wall.The large bathroom has a good sized walk-in shower and lovely roll-top bath and there is always hot water available. We really enjoyed out stay and would stay here again if we were back in Whitby. Finally, Hilda was a great with communication and answered all our questions promptly.

  • M C.

    Submitted Dec 30, 2024

    Stayed Dec 26, 2024

    Brilliant three bedroom home. Sleeps 6. We also had our pet dog. Location couldn’t be more ideal to walk everywhere. Would recommend and will come again.

  • Chris P.

    Submitted Nov 22, 2024

    Stayed Nov 15, 2024

    From receiving the arrival details to leaving the property at the end of our stay, we couldn’t fault a single thing. Hilda was informative regarding the check in procedure, there were biscuits crisps and pop on the table for us, and the house was lovely and warm. The cosy electric ‘log burner’ style fire made the lounge feel even more cosy The property was extremely clean, the bedding lovely and the beds comfy. The property is located in an excellent spot right in the heart of things which we felt was perfect for our weekend break and yet was still nice and quiet whenever we were indoors. We would definitely stay here again.

  • Tony Y.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2024

    Stayed Oct 12, 2024

    Comfortable no problems

  • Tim L.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2024

    Stayed Oct 7, 2024

    The cottage was well-equipped and comfortable in a great central location.

  • Rose P.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    Everything you need and it's in a perfect location - sea, pubs, shops, arcades all nearby for a fun family trip! Beautiful view out the top bedroom window too.

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