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Situated in Whitby’s old town.

Cottage with kitchen, near Whitby Harbour

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2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Living area
Living area
Interior
Exterior detail

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$635
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan

Explore the area

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Whitby
  • Place, Whitby Harbour
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Abbey
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬

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About the area

Whitby

At this cottage you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Captain Cook Memorial Museum and St Mary's Church. .Accommodation features a washing machine and free WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Whitby Harbour - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Whitby Abbey - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Whalebone Arch - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Whitby Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Whitby Pavilion - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Whitby Station - 14 min walk
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trenchers - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Angel Hotel (Wetherspoon) - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Dolphin Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Botham's of Whitby Tea Room - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hadley’s Fish & Chips - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Situated in Whitby’s old town.

Situated in Whitby’s old town. This one of a kind cottage has a surprise feature which ensures it stands out from the rest… your own private bespoke bar. It’s like having your own micro pub, where you can take turns on either side of the bar.. 14 steps to entrance.

Ground Floor:

Living room 2: Freeview TV

First Floor:

Living room: Freeview TV

Dining room.

Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave

Utility Room: Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine

Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet

Second Floor:

Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Stairgate. . On road parking. No smoking.. Horner’s Cottage is located along the upper harbour, with views over the water. Following the footpath along the harbour you will arrive in the heart of the old town in less than 10 minutes, passing popular fish and chip takeaways and friendly pubs along the way. You are in an ideal location for exploring this historical and scenic town of Whitby. There are stone steps leading you up to the cottage and being in an elevated position you may be tempted to sit out at the front on a sunny day, just watching the world pass by, with boats sailing out towards the sea, as well as the heritage steam train puffing its way into town across the other side of the river.



Inside you are welcomed into the first lounge, which has characterful wooden panelling. Double doors open to reveal your very own bar. This fun feature is sure to be a talking point, in the evening you can wind down with your favourite tipple whilst reflecting on the day’s events. Stairs lead you up to the first floor where you have the welcoming kitchen, which is well equipped for all your culinary needs. The second lounge is at the front of the property, it’s a cosy room with comfortable seating for three on a sofa and an armchair with an electric stove as well as a dining table in the window. This floor is complete with a shower room and utility room. Up on the second floor you have two bedrooms. The double with a huge window, giving you fabulous views over the town, harbour and cliff top.



Horner’s Cottage is opposite the ship building yard, where on occasion you will see new boats being launched. The golden sandy beach, the 199 steps leading up to the abbey and the Whale bone archway are just a few minutes’ walk away. The quaint narrow cobbled streets are lined with little shops filled with antiques, crafts and gifts, tea rooms, restaurants and inns. There is a heritage railway line where steam trains make their way from Whitby to Pickering along the scenic North York Moors Railway.

Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

Free WiFi



There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

su-UK38342-UK38342

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Situated in Whitby’s old town.?

Yep, Situated in Whitby’s old town. is a short 14-minute walk from Whitby Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

How much does it cost to stay at Situated in Whitby’s old town.?

As of 19 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Situated in Whitby’s old town. on 20 Jan 2026 start from AU$634.64, excluding 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.

Does Situated in Whitby’s old town. have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Situated in Whitby’s old town.?

No, Situated in Whitby’s old town. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Situated in Whitby’s old town.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Situated in Whitby’s old town.?

No, pets are not allowed.

Situated in Whitby’s old town. Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really lovely cottage, nice and clean and well catered.Welcome biscuits with milk/tea/coffee was appreciated We had a lovely stay - my only comment is there is a loose bit of carpet on the steep stairs, otherwise it was great
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025