Fisherman's Cottage Old Town Scarborough woodburner, private parking, enc garden

SCARBOROUGH, England
$514 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

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Sleep 5

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Night 1 nights

Min Stay

Do you long for the smell of salty air, a crackling fire, beamed ceilings, romantic, comfortable and comforting surroundings A place to escape to and explore beautiful landscapes, local, fresh and delicious food A stay which not only tolerates your dog but welcomes them as a valued guest With private parking and a sheltered, enclosed private patio garden Gowland Cottage is a charming 260 year old Fisherman's Cottage in Scarborough's Old Town, steeped in history, with a restful atmosphere. A very short walk from the long stretches of sand of the South and North Bays. A few minutes’ walk from Scarborough Castle and headland and St. Mary’s Church where Anne Bronte is buried. Gowland Cottage is a characterful house, full of history. A unique and comfortable base from which to explore the history, culture and fun which Scarborough, the North Yorkshire Moors and Coast have to offer. Prepare to fall in love!

A unique and charming cottage in the historic Old Town, Gowland Cottage has a sitting room, dining room with reading nook, fully equipped kitchen which opens onto the patio garden. Through a doorway up the stairs to the first floor you will find a twin bedroom with a countryside theme and cotton linens. Also on the first floor is a cosy single room which acknowledges Scarborough’s fishing history. A daybed makes this a perfect relaxing space after a busy day exploring the sights. A spacious family bathroom with a good shower over bath is also on the first floor. Take another flight of stairs to the top of the house where you will find the romantic master bedroom, with king size bed and fresh cotton linens - it really is a peaceful haven. Gowland Cottage is only a short walking distance from the busy harbour and 18th century pier, beautiful sandy beaches, shops, amusements, restaurants, pubs and bars of beautiful Scarborough. From live music, museums, fun fair, beautiful gardens, stunning scenery and sweet shops. You will receive a warm & inclusive welcome from us as we share Scarborough’s delights - there’s something for everyone!

Gowland Cottage is easily accessible whether arriving by car or public transport. Only fifteen minutes walk or a minimum fare taxi ride from Scarborough Station and a private parking space big enough for two cars, Gowland Cottage can cater to your needs. Eight minutes' walk from Scarborough Castle, Anne Bronte's grave, St. Mary's Church rebuilt after being destroyed by Parliamentarians during Britain’s civil war and stunning views over the North and South Bays. Five minutes' walk from the newly refurbished Public Market Hall with its fresh local produce as seen on *Hairy Bikers*. Artisan bakery, fresh fish stall and new Gallery floor, cafes and a range of unique shops selling bespoke gifts, handmade jewellery, art, cakes, honey and handmade soaps. Vaults selling vintage and much more.
Scarborough is host to many events, such as Scarborough Cricket Festival, annual Goldwing Light Parade, Armed Forces Day, live music events at Scarborough Spa, the Open Air Theatre and Stephen Joseph Theatre. Ride the oldest funicular cliff railway, or the North Bay Railway, Scarborough is proud to be Britain’s first seaside resort. Visit the Sealife Centre or the Waterpark, or Italian and Shuttleworth gardens or explore the rock pools at Scalby Mills. The Rotunda Museum houses fossils from Yorkshire’s ‘Dinosaur Coast’ and a Bronze Age man. Fishing boat excursions, pleasure boat rides, surfing and cycle hire are all available locally and spectacular walking along the Cleveland Way, Tabular Hills and Dalby Forest.
Gowland Cottage is a nostalgic and cosy home from which to explore the beautiful North Yorkshire coast and the North Yorkshire Moors. Take a visit to Goathland - Heartbeat and Harry Potter country, with the charm of the North Yorkshire Steam Railway. Or visit Castle Howard 18th century stately home and rural estate. Visit the historic walled city of York by train or Whitby harbour by bus, both have a wealth of history, shopping and local fare. Tripadvisor Excellence Award.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total (up To 55 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • 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 Day Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 914 Sq Ft (85 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Limited Onsite Parking (max 2 Spaces) Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Includes Off-street Options
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Sailing Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Theme Parks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Stereo Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Stair Gate
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near The Bay Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Blackout Drapes/curtains Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Note From Host: Guest May Smoke In Garden (not Doorway). Smoke-free Property Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:30 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 5

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Review Review

  • David

    Submitted Oct 19, 2025

    Stayed Oct 17, 2025

    Fabulous place Great location privet parking safe space for the dogs and a great host nothing was to much trouble

  • Will C.

    Submitted Apr 6, 2026

    Stayed Apr 2, 2026

    Lovely stay in a cute little cottage. Recommended.

  • Christopher J.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    We loved our stay at Gowland Cottage!! We spent three weeks on holiday and it really felt like a home from home. We had a few questions at the start of the stay and all were answered within minutes by Kate. The house is in a quiet location in the old town and having a private drive makes life a lot easier. Very rare to find a holiday home you actually enjoy spending lots of time in and isn’t just a base but we really did enjoy our lazy mornings or cosys nights at Gowland cottage. Would really recommend!! Also a really nice little touch to have a welcome basket with some goodies for our stay.

  • Wayne B.

    Submitted Jul 19, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    Nice property, well located.

  • Lisa C.

    Submitted Feb 21, 2025

    Stayed Feb 17, 2025

    The cottage was ideally placed for going to the beaches, the market and most things in Scarborough. We stayed there with 2 adults, 2 17 year olds and 1 dog, the size of the property was perfect, we visited both beaches in Scarborough and the one in Filey which were all great.the teens went to York and Whitby for the day and went to the water park and had a great time, we found a couple of great local restaurants the plough in Scalby and Licorella in Scarborough. We had a lovely few days

  • April G.

    Submitted Jan 1, 2025

    Stayed Dec 29, 2024

    Stayed in this great cottage with friends for 3 nights. It’s full of character, cosy, very comfortable , very well equipped, in a great location and has the added bonus of parking for 2 cars. The welcome basket is a nice touch, and the info re the history of the cottage was interesting.I would definitely recommend this cottage

  • Peter G.

    Submitted Sep 13, 2024

    Stayed Aug 24, 2024

    Great location, and a family friendly house.

  • Mike S.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2024

    Stayed Aug 17, 2024

    Lovely property. A great location only a few minutes walk to the sea front. The private car parking was a big bonus. Would happily stay again.

  • Jennifer S.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2024

    Stayed Aug 3, 2024

    A gorgeous characterful cottage which is well equipped for everything you would need for a family holiday.

  • Thomas v.

    Submitted Aug 8, 2024

    Stayed Jul 29, 2024

    It is a really cute cottage. We enjoyed to stay for a week. It was very clean. We used the well equipped kitchen every evening. Nice beds. The children liked the television with Netflix The cottage is located in the middle of the town, 10 minutes walk to the beaches. Kate was always reacting in time. We had a great stay in Scarborough.

  • Sarah T.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Jul 24, 2024

    We had a wonderful stay in Kate’s beautiful cottage. Very well equipped and very comfortable. Welcome hamper a lovely touch, many thanks.

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