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

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3 bedrooms, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Interior
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5914 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Gowland Cottage is a charming 260 year old Fisherman's Cottage in Scarborough's Old Town. A very short walk from South and North Bays, the Castle, restaurants, pubs, bars and shops. Comfortably furnished, with a sheltered patio garden and private parking, this characterful house is full of history. A 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 fresh, quirky and charming cottage in the historic Old Town, Gowland Cottage has original beamed ceilings, cosy fireplace, romantic and relaxing bedrooms and is only a short walking distance from the busy harbour, beautiful sandy beaches, shops, amusements, restaurants and bars of beautiful Scarborough. We extend a warm and inclusive welcome to all guests - Scarborough has 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 and stunning views over the North and South Bays. Five minutes' walk from the newly refurbished Public Market Hall with it's fresh local produce as seen on Hairy Bikers. Artisan bakery 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.

Gowland Cottage is a cosy and comfy base 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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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Guest may smoke in garden (not doorway).

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 914 square feet

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    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    Minimum check-in age - 20

    Check-out

    Check-out before 10:30 AM
    Contactless check-out

    Special check-in instructions

    You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

    Rules

    2 dogs welcome, to remain downstairs and not be left alone in the house. Pls bring bedding/bowls Unauthorised Netflix/Prime purchases +£10 admin fee.
    Guests agree to read and follow cottage Handbook and leave cottage and furnishings clean as per booking contract.

    Pets

    Pets are allowed
    Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
    Welcoming dogs only
    2 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
    Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
    Note from host: Up to 2 well behaved dog allowed downstairs only.

    Children and extra beds

    Children are welcome
    Note from host: Family friendly, stairgate, highchair, cot.

    Events

    No events allowed

    Smoking

    Smoking is not permitted
    Guest may smoke in garden (not doorway).

    Important information

    You need to know

    This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
    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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
    Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
    Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
    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

    We should mention

    This property does not have any lifts

    Property is also known as

    Charming 18th Century Fisherman's Cottage Old Town House
    Charming 18th Century Fisherman's Cottage Scarborough's Old Town
    Charming 18th Century Fisherman's Cottage Old Town
    Charming 18th Century Fisherman's Cottage Old Town House
    Charming 18th Century Fisherman's Cottage Scarborough's Old Town
    Charming 18th Century Fisherman's Cottage Old Town House
    Charming 18th Century Fisherman's Cottage Scarborough's Old Town
    Charming 18th Century Fisherman's Cottage Old Town

    About the area

    Map
    SCARBOROUGH, England

    What's nearby

    • North Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
    • South Bay Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
    • Peasholm Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
    • Scarborough Spa - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
    • Scarborough Open Air Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

    Getting around

    • Scarborough Station - 13 min walk
    • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 114 min drive

    Restaurants

    • ‪Fish Pan - ‬5 min walk
    • Pizza Pizza
    • ‪The Waterhouse - ‬6 min walk
    • ‪Sun Inn - ‬5 min walk
    • ‪Scarborough Tandoori - ‬5 min walk

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Unique Fisherman's Cottage Old Town Scarborough, private parking, enc garden. pet-friendly?

    Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

    What time is check-in at Unique Fisherman's Cottage Old Town Scarborough, private parking, enc garden.?

    Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Unique Fisherman's Cottage Old Town Scarborough, private parking, enc garden.?

    Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

    Where is Unique Fisherman's Cottage Old Town Scarborough, private parking, enc garden. located?

    This family-friendly Scarborough holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Scarborough Maritime Heritage Centre and North Bay Beach. YMCA Theatre and St Mary's Church are also within 5 minutes. Scarborough Station is 13 minutes by foot.

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    Unique Fisherman's Cottage Old Town Scarborough, private parking, enc garden. Reviews

    Reviews

    9.8

    Exceptional

    Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 25 reviews
    Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews
    Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
    Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

    10/10

    Cleanliness

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Jennifer S.

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

    Perfect stay for proximity to amenities

    A gorgeous characterful cottage which is well equipped for everything you would need for a family holiday.
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

    8/10 Good

    Peter G.

    Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

    A lovely cottage

    Great location, and a family friendly house.
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    April G.

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

    Great Cottage

    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
    Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

    8/10 Good

    Lisa C.

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

    Great seaside property

    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
    Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Sarah T.

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

    Gotland Cottage

    We had a wonderful stay in Kate’s beautiful cottage. Very well equipped and very comfortable. Welcome hamper a lovely touch, many thanks.
    Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Richard E.

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

    Weekend Getaway

    Lovely cottage, comfortable, warm and very well presented ….. kitchen, garden, furnishings, beds, parking. Would definitely book again. Dog friendly too!
    Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Thomas v.

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

    Great stay in a cosy cottage

    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.
    Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Max C.

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

    Great property and exactly as described

    Perfect bolt hole in Scarborough in walking distance of everything. Everything worked and all arrangements were smooth, thanks Kate
    Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Helen B.

    A little gem

    What a lovely place to stay .small on the outside but very spacious and charming on the inside .all furnishings and bedding and towels are of a high standard very clean and welcoming. The garden and parking a bonus . In a great location for all things ,beach ,castle and shopping only a short walk away. A lot of thought has been put into the cottage ,it literally has everything you could want and more. I would defiantly recommend this cottage to any one .
    Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

    10/10 Excellent

    Claire S.

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

    Perfect relaxing get away.

    We had a lovely time staying at Gowland cottage. We travelled from Cambridgeshire and the others came from Scotland so it was a half way point for us. It was a perfect location close to the Castle and a brilliant play area for the children with very easy access to the North beach and close to the Market for lovely food! The house is interesting with a great history and is very well equipped with everything you could need even for six people. The little garden was a perfect spot for the Prosecco! Kate was excellent in dealing with our queries and always replied very promptly. All in all we had a lovely time.
    Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Marie-Joelle A G.

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

    FABULOUS HOLIDAY COTTAGE

    The accommodation is so perfect that we will be booking again next year. First class accommodation with every comfort and appliances in luxury home. The cottage is super clean and spacious. The situation is second to none. It is just on the edge of the busy shopping streets but in a quiet area. I have also made friend with the neighbours which shows it is a family and safe area. There is a garden which is lovely for an al fresco drink and for the children. The parking for at least 2 or 3 cars is very unusual for the centre of Scarborough and make all the difference for loading and unloading. It is the best holiday cottage we have stayed in. The owner's response was prompt for any enquiries we had. The directions and explanation for entry and leaving were clear so no problems whatsoever. I thoroughly recommend this cottage.
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Mike S.

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

    Holiday

    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.
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Andy C.

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

    Home from home

    If you are unsure about booking. Then don't be. The cottage is exceptionally well looked after and wants for nothing. Comfortable and well appointed within the town with parking for 2 cars an absolute bonus. Kate thank you for letting us stay at your lovely property and for answering promptly all my questions.
    Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Sheila H.

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

    Cottage in Scarborough

    Lovely cottage, well equipped and comfortable. Parking and lovely little garden are a real bonus!
    Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Angela H.

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

    Lovely cottage

    We really loved staying at this lovely cosy cottage, had everything you could possibly need, very comfy beds, loved the spacious attic bedroom. Great parking at the back of the property. Kate the owner kept in touch and left a lovely basket of goodies for us, which was so nice. Walking distance to the beach and activities. Would definitely recommend 😊
    Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    debbie r.

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

    Excellent

    Had a lovely few days at the cottage. Equipped with everything you need and very clean. Good communication with owner very helpful parking space a god send due to the narrow streets and limited parking. Only one little problem I have a bad knee and found the stairs hard work but should have realised by the age of the cottage but still had a good holiday
    Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Marie-Joelle A G.

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

    excellent location for all amenities

    Excellent property supplied with all that was required for our daily needs. Perfect location for North and South side. off road parking was an added bonus.
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Sheryl S.

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

    Lovely stay in a quaint old cottage with all mod cons!

    We had a great week at Gowland Cottage. Brilliant location for both North and South Bays. Equipped with everything we needed. Good wifi. Everything to hand. The stairs are steep both in the house and in the back garden but that's Scarborough!
    Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Yuriy Z.

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

    Great cottage in great location

    All of us enjoyed our stay in this cottage. Great interior, very clean in great location Thank you Kate
    Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Rosemary K., UK

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

    Lovely cottage in a good location

    From the time of booking onwards all communications with Kate have been very friendly, accommodating and prompt. The cottage itself is attractive and comfortable in a good location with easy access to the main areas of Scarborough. It contains everything you could possibly need to have a relaxing week and certainly is home from home. The little courtyard garden is a great bonus especially on those sunny afternoons, and it is a delight watching the many birds making their daily visits from the kitchen window. The car park is also a valuable addition as parking seems to at a premium in this corner of town. I would thoroughly recommend staying at Gowland Cottage
    Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

    10/10 Excellent

    Nin

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

    Post Lockdown Staycation Treat

    Great accommodation with all amenities and easy access to beaches. It had excellent COVID planning and welcome basket was well provisioned and thoughtful. Throughly recommend Gowland cottage as a base to explore the NE coast.

    10/10 Excellent

    John P.

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

    Lovely house in a great location

    We had a great time at Gowland Cottage. It is close to both beaches, the castle and the best shops and restaurants. The check in was flawless and it had spacious private parking. Great start to our holiday.
    Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

    10/10 Excellent

    Lisa W.

    Amazing location!

    This cottage was everything we had hoped for. Short walk (literally a few minutes even with a 6 and 3 year old) to each of the bays and the castle so we could leave the car in the off road parking. Really well-equipped cottage - every implement you could hope for is in that kitchen. We loved the buckets, spades and fishing nets left in the back garden and used them on several trips to the beach. Loads of towels and good quality bed linen on all the beds. The welcome pack was much appreciated - lovely touch! If we ever come to Scarborough again we would definitely stay here again. I would heartily recommend it to everyone.
    Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018