Nestled in the quiet Hamlet of Cowbar, Sea Breeze Cottage is a charming base for exploring the Yorkshire Heritage Coast and North York Moors National Park. From its hillside setting, this former miner's cottage offers multi-fuel burner views over the moors and a south-facing conservatory with countryside views.
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9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Parking available
Fireplace
Beach view
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About this property
2 bedroom accommodation in Cowbar, near Staithes
This wonderful property is ideal for a family holiday exploring the Yorkshire Heritage Coast and the North York Moors National Park.. 4 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: 32" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Multi-Fuel Burner
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Conservatory.
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Economy 7 heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Initial fuel for multi-fuel burner included.. Small sitting-out area with garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. . Sea Breeze Cottage is a lovely terraced property, located in the quiet Hamlet of Cowbar, just a short walk away from the popular fishing village of Staithes, on the Yorkshire Heritage Coast. This beautiful former miners cottage, is set up on the hillside, just yards from the cliff tops, dating back to the 1800’s, and has now been lovingly renovated. The ground floor boasts a living room with a multi-fuel burner and views over the North York Moors, as well as a well-equipped kitchen and a lovely, bright, southfacing dining room/conservatory with great views over the surrounding countryside. There are storage radiators in the living room, kitchen and both bedrooms.
Cowbar is on the route of the Cleveland Way, and is just a short stroll down to a foot bridge which allows access over Staithes Beck, where you will find traditional pubs, restaurants and a museum. Sea Breeze Cottage is perfectly located for those wanting to get out and explore the Heritage Coast or the North York Moors.
With its higgledy-piggledy cottages and winding streets, the town of Staithes was once one of the largest fishing ports on the north east coast and is now a well-loved base for exploring Yorkshire’s cliff top paths, and discovering the delights of rock pooling and fossil hunting on the small sandy beach. Whitby is just a short drive away, and was made famous by its links to Bram Stokers ’Dracula’, and the haunting Abbey standing over this bustling fishing town. Keep an eye out for the many events and festivals that take place throughout the year such as the Goth Weekender, Steam Punk Festival and the Whitby Regatta, just to name a few. The area is a beach lovers paradise, with miles of golden sands and bays hidden all along this stunning coastline, such as Runswick Bay and Robin Hoods Bay. Perfect for nature lovers, take a walk on the Cleveland Way, or head inland to explore the hundreds of designated walking routes through the National Park. Comprising over 1,400 miles of natural beauty, this enchanting region is home to heather moorland, pine forests and rolling hills, not to mention badgers, deer and hawks. Look closer and you’ll discover historic abbeys, castles, priories, traditional pubs and ’hidden’ villages and hamlets. Take to the trees on a rope swing in Dalby Forest, or hire a bike and explore a landscape of ruins, legends and endless horizons. For something different why not take the steam train from Whitby right into ’Heartbeat country’, or take a drive through some of the countries most amazing scenery. Beach ¼ mile. Shop 2 miles, 1 mile on foot, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Please try to park so that your vehicle does not stick out into the service road and prevent access for others.
You do not need a parking permit to use this space.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Property amenities
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
TV
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
2 steps to reach entrance
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near the ocean
On a lake
On a river
Things to do
Fishing
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Saltburn-by-the-Sea, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North York Moors National Park and Saltburn Valley Country Park, while Land of Iron and Whitby Museum are cultural highlights. Saltburn Leisure Centre and The Moors National Park Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Saltburn-by-the-Sea travel guide
Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Cowbar, near Staithes pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 2 bedroom accommodation in Cowbar, near Staithes?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Cowbar, near Staithes?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Cowbar, near Staithes?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Cowbar, near Staithes located?
Situated by the ocean, this cottage is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from North York Moors National Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Runswick Sands and Land of Iron. Cattersty Sands and Saltburn Valley Country Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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2 bedroom accommodation in Cowbar, near Staithes Reviews
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This is a comfortable place to stay on the NE coast, 100yds from the clifftops.
This is a comfortable place to stay on the NE coast, 100yds from the clifftops. The stove on the fireplace catches well with the provided sticks and coal, the radiators work well too. The conservatory is snug and comfy giving a fine view over upper Staithes.A great base for touring the area.
Kate McCulloch
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Helen Dibley
6 Jan 2026
The location was better than I could have imagined! Ability to walk above the cliffs from the front
The location was better than I could have imagined! Ability to walk above the cliffs from the front door or wander down to the village for beach and rock pool access. We even met the neighbours who were lovely too. The conservatory was a great spot to sit and watch the sky in the evening. My only thoughts are that the sea view room could do with a new mattress and we struggled to get water hot enough to do the washing up with from the kitchen tap at any time of day - we resorted to boiling a kettle. This might have been why some of the crockery needed washing up before we used it on arrival. The same was true of the downstairs shower re hot water - it was warmer than the sea we decided, but the upstairs shower was fantastic!
Helen Dibley
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Wendy Woollaston
4 Oct 2025
Great position down the lane to the harbour in Staithes which is so pretty.
Great position down the lane to the harbour in Staithes which is so pretty.Cleveland Way beautiful and beaches amazing for fossils.Whitby brilliant though very busy in August.
Our stay at the cottage was very comfortable. For us it was all about location to Staithes as we went to paint and sketch.
The property is very small quite dark in the living area but not a problem as we where out most of the time even thought the weather was rather mixed. The downstairs shower and toilet facilities where rather cold for a shower so we just used the upstairs shower .
Could do with shelving in kitchen or cupboards for food supplies.
Overall we enjoyed our stay and would recommend it to others.