Holiday rentals in Runswick Bay

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Cottage in Staithes
17th Century fisherman's cottage + stunning view
Wake up to this stunning view, relax, and enjoy your morning coffee, afternoon tea or early evening G&T sitting outside our traditional cottage gazing at the fishing boats in the beck, higgledy-piggledy rooftops or out to sea. Regularly stayed in and painted by artists, this charming 17th Century cruck-beamed fisherman's cottage is quaint and cosy + open fire-ideal for a romantic getaway or walking holiday. Mortimer & Whitehouse stayed and filmed their Gone Fishing Christmas Special here 2020.
27 Sept – 4 OctIndividual Host,
£137 per night
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 130 reviews
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Cottage in Staithes
Boulby Grange Farmhouse Cottage.
Cosy quirky 1 bedroom holiday cottage with stunning views of the sea with own garden & log burner. NB .. the bedroom is in the eaves so limited head room & accessed by reasonably narrow staircase/shower room is downstairs (therefore not suitable to elderly or tall people due to the limited headroom / due to size of the bedroom it is only a double bed). Situated on the Cleveland Way this is a perfect spot for walking & within walking distance to the lovely harbour village of Staithes (25 mins)
10–17 NovIndividual Host,
£86 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews
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Cottage in Runswick Bay
Seascape, an ideal seaside bolthole
Seascape is situated at the top of the picturesque village, Runswick Bay. Offering spacious living area, large garden (with outdoor shower) and private parking. This delightful, well proportioned home has been renovated to a high standard, incorporating seaside style with comfort and relaxation. Locally made driftwood sculpture and art provide unique decoration. To make the most of the sun all day long, the house has two outdoor seating areas - one at the front of the house and one at the back.
15–22 DecIndividual Host,
£166 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 190 reviews

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Hut in North Yorkshire
Crumbleclive Cabin
11–18 NovIndividual Host,
£127 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 179 reviews
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Cottage in Staithes
Dunroamin - our sunny seaside escape in Staithes!
31 Jan – 7 FebIndividual Host,
£142 per night
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews
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Cottage in Staithes
Beautiful Dunsley Cottage in Staithes⚓
8–15 JunIndividual Host,
£166 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews
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Apartment in Hinderwell
Forge Cottage
19–26 SeptIndividual Host,
£54 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 76 reviews
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Home in Runswick Bay
Inglenook. LOWER VILLAGE by beach.Stove. Sea views
22–29 NovIndividual Host,
£178 per night
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews
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Home in Sandsend
McGregors Cottage
27 Dec – 3 JanIndividual Host,
£218 per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 48 reviews
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Home in Staithes
Beautifully Renovated Cottage next to Beach
26 Nov – 3 DecIndividual Host,
£132 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews
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Chalet in Staithes
Woodland Lodge Staithes on the Cleveland Way
24–31 DecProfessional Host,
£81 per night
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 76 reviews
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Cottage in Staithes
Hill Cottage - perfect for Singles & Couples
8–15 JunProfessional Host,
£112 per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 42 reviews
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Cottage in Staithes
Saltwater-Beautiful, cosy old fisherman's cottage
24–31 OctIndividual Host,
£146 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 73 reviews
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Holiday home in Saltburn-by-the-Sea
Idyllic cottage a short drive from Staithes
5–12 NovIndividual Host,
£99 per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews
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Cottage in Lealholm
Picturesque Cottage in Stonegate, Lealholm
15–22 OctIndividual Host,
£86 per night
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 61 reviews

Your guide to Runswick Bay

Welcome to Runswick Bay

With its mile-long golden sweep of sand, safe swimming, and a pretty village of old stone fishermen’s houses clinging to the wooded cliffs behind it, Runswick Bay is one of the North’s loveliest beach communities. However, its neighbouring resorts of Whitby, 10 miles south, and the arty fishing harbour of Staithes to the north get all the attention, leaving Runswick comparatively undiscovered. All are part of the North York Moors National Park, a heather moorland rich in heritage sites and foodie villages, which rolls back from the cliffs and beaches of the dramatic coastline.

Other resorts may have more seaside amusements, galleries, and shops, but Runswick Bay is appealingly authentic and little-developed. Beach pursuits here mean hiring a paddleboard or kayak, poking around in rock pools, and fossil hunting, while its steep alleyways and streets of red-roofed cottages hide only a couple of places to buy a cup of tea or a pint.


The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Runswick Bay

Like most British beaches, Runswick Bay is wonderful under a warm summer sun. But there are good reasons to stay in one of the area’s cottages all year round, including the area’s varied wildlife. From June to November, minke, fin, pilot, and humpback whales are often spied during boat trips in the area. Migrating seabirds breed on this coast’s massive cliffs, especially at Bempton, between April and August. Common seal pups can be seen in June and July, and grey seal pups in November. Fishing for cod can be excellent here in winter. And the year-round events are always a good draw, from trail-running races such as the Hardmoors series in various moorland locations to August folk festivals in Saltburn and Whitby, and Staithes Festival of Arts and Heritage in September.


Top things to do in Runswick Bay

Fossil Hunting

This area of the Yorkshire coast consists of Jurassic-age shales that are constantly being eroded, leaving fossils such as ammonites, belemnites, and those of rare marine animals — and even dinosaurs — to be discovered on the beaches.

Cleveland Way National Trail

This 109-mile footpath skirts the coastline along the top of the cliffs above Runswick Bay, passing many lively coastal towns and fishing villages on its way to Helmsley, an attractive moorland market town famed for its food stores. A manageable shorter section follows the path north to the next bay, Port Mulgrave, then Staithes.

Hob Hole

In the cliffs above Runswick Bay are several caves. According to local folktales, the largest, Hob Hole, is named after a type of mischievous spirit called a hob, also known as a boggart or boggle, similar to a bogeyman or goblin. Legend has it that parents used to take children with whooping cough there to be cured.

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