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Cottage in Staithes
16th 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 cruk-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.
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Cottage in North Yorkshire
Marvic - Cosy Cottage, sleeps 4, pet-friendly
This beautiful former fisherman’s cottage dating back to the 1800’s is situated in the heart of the quaint village of Staithes. It has been tastefully renovated, but many of it’s original features remain. Situated on the high street just a few strides away from the beach and the Cod & Lobster pub, where you can enjoy a homemade meal and friendly atmosphere. This cosy cottage has a homely feel, perfect for relaxing in front of the fire after exploring the Yorkshire Coast and North York Moors.
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Cottage in Staithes
Atcot Cottage - a hidden gem!
Atcot Cottage has been our own special sanctuary for years but is now available for holidays and short breaks. A Grade II Listed, 18th Century smugglers cottage retaining lots of original features, it has been lovingly restored to provide luxury accommodation for 4 people. Compact and cosy, tucked away down a little alleyway, it is a perfect holiday location for getting away from it all. Only 200 yards to the harbour and beach and well placed for exploring the lovely North Yorkshire Coast.
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Stay near Staithes's top sights

Cod and Lobster9 locals recommend
Captain Cook Inn4 locals recommend
Dotty's Vintage Tearoom10 locals recommend
Excelsior Fisheries3 locals recommend
Captain Cook & Staithes Heritage Centre3 locals recommend
Betsy and Bo7 locals recommend

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Sunday School - cosy & spacious in iconic building
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Boulby Grange Farmhouse Cottage.
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Photographers House Staithes
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Characterful, 2 bed cottage in Whitby old town
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The Cow House, right in the heart of Whitby.
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Super Romantic Hideaway at Cloud Nine
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One bedroomed holiday home on a dairy farm.
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Central apartment in the seaside town of Whitby
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Cottage in Staithes
Saltwater-Beautiful, cosy old fisherman's cottage
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Views to die for at Garr End Cottage Staithes.
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Beautiful Dunsley Cottage in Staithes⚓
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Quick stats about holiday rentals in Staithes

Total rentals

130 properties

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

30 properties have a dedicated workspace

Pet-friendly rentals

100 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

100 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

4.6K reviews

Nightly prices starting at

£47 before taxes and fees

Your guide to Staithes

All About Staithes

Once one of the largest fishing ports on the Yorkshire coast, Staithes is now a tranquil seaside village with charm to spare. The beauty of this seaside location attracted the Staithes Group, a group of artists who at the end of the 19th century set up a colony here. When you walk down the steep slope to town, you pass through an intoxicating labyrinth of narrow alleyways called “ginnels,” flanked by 18th-century cottages, many with colourful doors and window sills. As you reach the two breakwaters of the harbour, there are a handful of fishing boats and leisure craft bobbing up and down on the waters of the North Sea. Turn around and you’ll see a backdrop of dramatic cliffs making up the northeast corner of North York Moors National Park.


The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Staithes

Enjoy the longer days in your Staithes cottage in the late spring and summer months, when temperatures are at their warmest. This is the time to head out on a boat trip to fully appreciate the awe-inspiring coastline of the National Park. The village is at its busiest over three days in September, when it plays host to the Staithes Festival, during which artists and musicians fill the streets and buildings. The autumn and winter months bring longer nights, as well as more rainfall and stronger winds. This is a good time to visit if you want to go on invigorating walks along the coast and into the moors at a time when the region is at its quietest.


Top things to do in Staithes

Fossil hunting

Staithes is on the northern edge of a 35-mile stretch of coastline called the Jurassic Yorkshire Coast. People from all over come here to hunt for fossils, the most common being ammonites, which look like a small coiled snake. Although it is unlikely that you are going to find the skeleton of a Tyrannosaurus Rex, it’s quite possible to discover small dinosaur footprints in the stones.

Painted Optical Illusion Trail

Hidden in the maze of narrow alleyways are eight lifelike paintings that form part of the Painted Optical Illusion Trail. They were created by a local artist obsessed with trompe l’oeil and include 3D-like depictions of mermaids, seagulls, and Noah’s ark.

Cleveland Way National Trail

If you’re looking for an open-ended hike in which to stretch your legs, head to the Cleveland Way National Trail. This 109-mile path allows you to explore the astounding cliffs and moorlands of the North York Moors National Park. For a small taste of all it has to offer, take the three-mile hike that follows the coastline from Staithes to the horseshoe-shaped Runswick Bay.

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