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Historic Fisherman’s Cottage Whitby Quiet Old Yard Sleeps 6

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Haydock Place historical old yard built in 1840 by Reverend Haydock
Lounge
Master Bedroom
Two twin beds Each bedroom with television set
Dining table with four chairs

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Whitby, North Yorkshire
  • Place, Whitby Harbour
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Abbey
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Double sofa bed

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Historic Fisherman’s Cottage Whitby Quiet Old Yard Sleeps 6

A 200-year-old traditional fisherman’s cottage set in one of Whitby’s most beautiful and historic old yards, right in the heart of the old town and just 2 minutes’ walk from the harbour.

The cottage sits within a quiet cul-de-sac of just six cottages, facing original historic outhouses. This unique setting creates a rare sense of peace and space that is hard to find in Whitby. Even on the busiest days, the yard remains calm and undisturbed, with no passing foot traffic — all you’ll hear is the sound of the seagulls.

Despite this peaceful setting, you are perfectly positioned, with Whitby’s shops, restaurants, harbour and attractions all just a short stroll from the entrance to the yard.

The cottage is double-fronted, giving it a more spacious and open feel than many traditional properties in Whitby, while still retaining its original character and charm.

It sleeps up to six guests. The main bedroom features a very large and exceptionally comfortable queen-size bed with a high-quality mattress and topper. The second bedroom offers twin beds, and additional sleeping is available in the lounge with a double sofa bed.

The living space is comfortable and practical, with fast wireless broadband and TVs in the lounge and bedrooms, making it suitable for both short breaks and longer stays.

A free parking permit is provided for West Cliff car park, a short walk away. Guests can briefly stop nearby to unload on arrival. The property is pet-friendly.

Bed linen is provided, along with towels for four guests.

This is a traditional period property and is best suited to guests who appreciate character, history and a unique Whitby setting, rather than modern hotel-style accommodation.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Whitby

Located in Whitby, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Whitby Harbour and Whitby Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Whitby Leisure Centre and Museum of Victorian Science. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Whitby, North Yorkshire

What's nearby

  • Whalebone Arch - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Whitby Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Whitby Pavilion - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Whitby Abbey - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Whitby Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Whitby Station - 6 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Trenchers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Angel Hotel (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Pier Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Granby - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Ship - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Fisherman’s Cottage Whitby Quiet Old Yard Sleeps 6 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Fisherman’s Cottage Whitby Quiet Old Yard Sleeps 6?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Fisherman’s Cottage Whitby Quiet Old Yard Sleeps 6 on 22 June 2026 start from AU$274, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Historic Fisherman’s Cottage Whitby Quiet Old Yard Sleeps 6?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Fisherman’s Cottage Whitby Quiet Old Yard Sleeps 6?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Fisherman’s Cottage Whitby Quiet Old Yard Sleeps 6?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Fisherman’s Cottage Whitby Quiet Old Yard Sleeps 6 located?

Situated in Whitby, this golf holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Pannett Park and Whitby Harbour. Captain Cook Memorial Museum and Bram Stoker Memorial Seat are also within 5 minutes. Whitby Station is 6 minutes by foot.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

7.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location easy access really cosy property. Only one issue with tge listing is that it states it is a 3 bed with one bedroom being a double. One with two singles and one with a futon. There was only two bedrooms and the other bed was a bed settee in the front room which is not what we wanted and as there was five people one person had to sleep in the living room. Aside from that we had a lovely time in a central location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Judy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip

Great location. Communication was perfect. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Endeavour

Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend

As described. Clear instructions on how to find it. Check in process and parking instructions very clear and accurate. If you had limited mobililty would be difficult steps and unless lucky no guarantee of nearby parking. We
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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6/10 Okay

Byron H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Short Family Stay

Property is centrally located and exactly as described. Parking permit is great also. We did however raise some concerns with the cleanliness as found worn underwear in one of the rooms and milk in one of the bowls! There was also a funny damp smell we could not put a finger on. Might be because an old property and terrible weather whilst we were there but made it difficult to relax on one of the sofa's. Super communication with the landlord.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cheri R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Not quite ready for VRBO but convenient

The location was great, but had to park several blocks away. The description says washer and dryer. There was a washer, but no dryer. The owner told me the day before we were to be there that they do not supply shower towels. We traveled from the USA and needless to say we did not bring towels. When I asked for them, he said he would supply them and when we arrived they were not there. We had to use 3 tiny dish towels that we found to dry off. There were cleaning supplies all around, a lot of clutter in the wash closet and under the stairs that either needs to be cleaned out or locked away. Location was great and we were able to walk to all retaurants, shopping, etc. failrly easily. It was a great little town to explore.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Marian m.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Alan Davidson

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I bought I never cottage in 2008 and since then it has been a true pleasure business meeting and providing for many people's holidays in Whitby.

Why they chose this property

The thing I liked about Endeavour Cottage is it's in a small cul-de-sac yard which is very very picturesque and characterful. Indeed it has won as one of Whitby's best yards and as featured in many books because of its history. Set in an extremely quiet location whilst being right in the very centre of everything and only 2 minutes stroll from the harbour. If you want to experience an old fisherman's cottage with the luxuries of the 21st century I don't think you'll be disappointed.

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