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Gulls Cry Cottage 17th Century Detached Cottage 2min's from Harbour Side

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, music library
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, music library

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom754 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Gulls Cry Cottage 17th Century Detached Cottage 2min's from Harbour Side

17th Century Detached Cottage, in Private Courtyard, Built in 1660, Refurbished and Furnished to a Very High Luxurious Specification, Redecorated for 2024. Please read over 140 5 Star reviews on Trip Advisor or Holiday Lettings Property No' 142668 Set in a quiet Private Court Yard with Cosy Summer House containing Rattan Furniture, BBQ, Out Door Rattan Seating Area for your relaxation, yet only a 2 min' walk to the Bustling Harbour Side. * 2 nights available at minimum cost, 2 person rental at reduced rates depending on dates. GCH / 42" HD TV with Sound Bar & Sub Woofer. Cosy Log Burning Stove Set in Antique Oak Surround in Lounge. Fully Fitted Kitchen with Oven/Induction Hob/Combination Microwave/Pod Coffee Machine/Washing Machine & Fridge Freezer. Designer Bath/Shower Room with Travertine Stone Tiling Free WiFi throughout Cottage. Gulls Cry Cottage is only 2 minutes walk from the Harbour Side Wine Bars, Restaurants and quaint little pubs dotted about Whitby. 2 Double Bedrooms with Mahogany Sleigh Beds / Fitted Wardrobes 1 Twin with Mahogany Sleigh Beds. Parking via scratch card Permit Supplied, more available on request. I deal with all bookings personally rather than using an agent. This allows me to tailor each booking to suit individuals needs and tastes rather than a "One Stop for All Holiday Experience". I also pre-supply Restaurant Guides and information to get the best seats and entertainment for your stay to make the most of your break by planning before you arrive. Any other information requested is followed up to the best of my ability. Whitby is ideally located for walking and visiting local towns and resorts in the vicinity. The 13th Century Historic Abbey Ruins on the Cliff top overlook the town and Harbour. There are excellent Wine Bars/ traditional ancient Public Houses and of course amusements for the children with us and within us. Twin Piers protrude from the Harbour and after restoration work both can now be accessed. You can go fishing from the Piers, or Boat fishing from the Harbour by Private Charter for approximately £50pp. Why not venture along the Cliff top beyond the Abbey to Saltwick Bay, here you can get a bite to eat drink and perhaps go winkling. The Historic City of York with a Designer Outlet, McArthur Glen on the outskirts is only about an 1hr away with Robin Hoods Bay & Scarborough just a short drive South. Heart Beat Country, Goathland is only approx 20 minutes drive away. 8 miles to the North is Runswick Bay, a relatively unknown beautiful & tranquil place excellent for walkers as it forms part of the Cleveland Way. There are some wonderful eating houses around Whitby, The Moon & Sixpence Cocktail Bar on the Harbour side is excellent for Cocktails! further a field 1 mile out on the moors road heading towards Middlesbrough is The Stables with excellent food. Not forgetting The Magpie famous fish Chip restaurant just a 2min walk away and Whitbys "The Angel" Wetherspoons which is great for breakfast or a good quality cheaper meal with the usual top branded drinks at knock down prices. Grosmont only a short drive away welcomes you with a Steam Railway heading to Pickering and sometimes serves lunch onboard on Sundays, this is a journey through beautiful countryside. There are also occasional Steam Engines leaving from Whitby in Summer months and a Santas Special during the Xmas period.

Property manager

Colin

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed in Court Yard Only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming 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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 754 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children 8 and over accepted.

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
Note from host: This is to respect the local neighbours
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 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Whitby, ENG

What's nearby

  • Whalebone Arch - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Whitby Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Whitby Pavilion - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Whitby Abbey - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Whitby Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Whitby Station - 6 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Abbey Wharf - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Trenchers - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Magpie Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Esk Vaults - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Little Angel Inn - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulls Cry Cottage 17th Century Detached Cottage 2min's from Harbour Side pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gulls Cry Cottage 17th Century Detached Cottage 2min's from Harbour Side?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulls Cry Cottage 17th Century Detached Cottage 2min's from Harbour Side?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulls Cry Cottage 17th Century Detached Cottage 2min's from Harbour Side located?

Located in the heart of Whitby, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Bram Stoker Memorial Seat and Whitby Beach. Captain Cook Monument and Whalebone Arch are also within 5 minutes. Whitby Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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Gulls Cry Cottage 17th Century Detached Cottage 2min's from Harbour Side Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

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

Gulls Cry Cottage stay

excellent facilities and great location. All our party said they would like to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Karen I.

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

Well situated , cosy small cottage near all of Whitbys major attractions

This cottage was near the major attractions of Whitby , you can walk to the abbey , shops beach and restaurants and cafes without needing your car. Has the advantage of a courtyard that we imagine would be lovely in summer . The owner ensures you are everything on offer which is lovely .
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane T.

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

perfect place to stay in Whitby

Perfect place for our family of 4. Great location. Lovely, comfortable cottage had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

V J.

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

Fabulous stay

A beautiful well maintained property in a superb location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maurice A.

Excellent stay

We had any excellent weekend in this very well equipped and maintained cottage which is just a short walk from the town centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely cottage very close to the harbour in quiet location

A really lovely cottage in a very quiet location and also very close to the harbour, rail and bus stations and shops and restaurants. The beds were very comfortable and everything was spotlessly clean. Can honestly say it is the best holiday cottage I have ever stayed in and I would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

J G.

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

Beautiful cottage

We
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate g.

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

Lovely cottage with great outdoor courtyard and great location

Lovely cottage, clean with good facilities - good shower and comfy beds! We loved the location and outside courtyard was great . Would definitely recommend and would stay again if returning to Whitby
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

Amazing cottage

Had a great week and the cottage and the location was perfect… Colin kept in touch making sure everything was fine with our holiday,definitely will be booking again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

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

Great get away on the doorstep of all that is Whitby

The cottage was a great location for us, enabled us to pop back for lunches if we needed to without missing out on the day. The property was as described, cosy, clean and comfortable, just what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bobby 5.

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

Superb cottage and location

Colin is the perfect host, always on hand by messaging/email within minutes with any queries. Really cosy, spacious cottage very close to the harbour. Just wish we had been able to get booked in for more than 2 nights in hindsight. Whitby is delightful 😍
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

Excellent property and location

Super experience all round. Great communication from owner, excellent cottage in a perfect location. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melinda K.

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

Great location, comfortable home

Great location for exploring Whitby - close to everything. Great communication with the property owner, and the sun house was a really nice surprise. Beautifully renovated and comfortable home. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic stay

Had a really great short stay at Gulls Cry. The cottage is fantastic. Very comfortable and superbly renovated. The cottage is in a great location - very central but equally nice and quiet. Colin was superb - provided lots of help and local information. Would love to stay again and can definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

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

Weekend away

The cottage was fantastic and Colin was very helpful, with recommendations of places to eat and things to do, the cottage was immaculate, well equipped with everything you would need and very convenient in the centre of Whitby, I can highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S., Cannock staffordshire

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

Beautiful cottage

Beautiful, clean cottage, literally 2 minutes from harbour. Lovely hosts, quick to answer any questions. Would highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan J.

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

Wonderfully relaxing

Cosy, comfortable and so relaxing. This cottage has everything you need and more. We loved it. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Fabulous Cottage in Central Whitby

Home from home cottage right in the middle of Whitby with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Excellent communication and information from host before and during stay. Only small negative is the parking which is on street with a permit - probably easy to find a spot normally but it was the busiest week of the year when we visited due to the Regatta and Folk week which made it a little challenging. Central location great for walks along the coast and visits to York and Dalby Forest
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

teresa o.

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

Perfect getaway in a central location

Absolutely perfect little cottage,really quiet but centrally located in Whitby so walking distance to a wide range of restaurants,walking,sightseeing and shops. Possibly on the small side for 6 adults but as an adult family of 4 it suited us perfectly.The photos do not do it justice, we had a wonderful time and were provided with plenty of information to make the most of our stay ,will definitely be visiting again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Gulls Cry Cottage

Amazing Cottage! Amazing Location! Amazing Whitby! Gulls Cry, was everything this listing stated, but much more, we traveled from the U.S., and spent 2 weeks traveling the UK, and came home evey nite of our 4 day stay, too this Amazing cottage! This is a must stay, when looking for a Cottage in Whitby, Thanks Colin
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea T.

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

gulls cry cottage

The cottage was beautiful it was extremely well equipped very cosy, very comfortable beds had everything you need for a lovely relaxing holiday has a lovely secluded garden to relax in .Very central to the harbour, pubs and shops. Colin the owner could not be more helpful will definitely visit again. Thank you Colin for a lovely holiday stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

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

Mrs j vause

We loved our stay in Gulls Cry Cottage There was a lack of bath towels but that didn’t spoil or stay at all. We loved the fire and a well equipped kitchen thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andraya S.

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

Uni friends get together

Great central location with wonderful outside space. A little private oasis. Close to everything we needed and a short walk to the harbour. Fish and chips were absolutely amazing. Best we’ve ever had. Thank you Colin for the use of your beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

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

March Break

What a property. Great location, we’ll placed for harbour, shops and restaurants. Colin was proactive with his communications and made the short break even better. Even the parking arrangements were easy. Would strongly recommend this cottage to everyone. Marvellous!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilary P.

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

Gulls Cry Cottage

Beautiful cottage, very close to harbour. The cottage was beautifully and tastefully renovated to a high standard. We loved being able to walk anywhere we needed. Colin was an excellent host, solving any issue with grace and ease. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023