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Whinstone Cottage

(Ref. 1173677)

Esk Valley near Grosmont, North York Moors National Park Show on map

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets: Yes

What you’ll love

  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Broadband / WiFi

This property is part of the Yorkshire Coastal Cottages collection.
Over 120 carefully selected properties in Yorkshire

Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin
  • Bathroom with bath, basin, WC
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Sitting room with electric stove
  • Snug with Woodburning stove
  • Central heating
  • Oven, hob, microwave, air fryer, fridge, kettle
  • Wifi
  • 1 bag of logs and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • 1 well behaved dog welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 1 mile, pub 1 mile

The property

Whinstone Cottage is a charming retreat nestled in the heart of the Esk Valley, located on the rail trail between Grosmont and Goathland, within the North York Moors National Park, near Grosmont, North Yorkshire.

With a large, enclosed garden this pet-friendly sanctuary is ideal for families or groups of friends looking for a peaceful getaway amidst breath taking natural scenery.

With the banks of the Murk Esk at the bottom of the garden, sit back and watch herons, owls and if you’re very lucky, the Kingfishers.

Early risers might even catch a glimpse of a family of deer who are residents in this area.

Upon entering Whinstone Cottage, you'll be welcomed by a cosy sitting room, complete with a warming electric stove.

Adjacent to this, you'll find the cosy snug, featuring a wood burning stove, offering an additional area for relaxation.

The heart of the home is undoubtedly the kitchen/diner, well-equipped for all your culinary needs, where you can gather around the dining table to enjoy home-cooked meals and plan the day's adventures.

There is also a downstairs cloakroom for your convenience.

Step outside to discover a delightful outdoor area, perfect for enjoying a morning coffee or evening drink and listening to the sound of bird song whilst watching the steam trains go by.

Soak up the serene surroundings of the North York Moors National Park.

Grosmont is the main hub for the steam trains, only a mile walk away; explore the engine sheds or maybe take a trip on one of the many historic steam trains.

As the day draws to a close, retire to one of the two welcoming bedrooms, comprising a double and a twin, both offering a serene setting to rest after a day of exploration.

Serving the bedrooms is a modern traditional bathroom with bath, basin and WC, where you can enjoy a refreshing, or relaxing soak whatever the time of day.

Around Whinstone Cottage, there are ample local attractions to take in.

Head to the historic Whitby Abbey, a hauntingly beautiful monastic ruin overlooking the North Sea, thrilling history buffs and inspiring literature lovers alike with its connection to Bram Stoker’s iconic novel 'Dracula'.

Be sure to see the iconic Whalebone Arch marking Whitby's maritime history or explore the vast collections of artefacts in the Whitby Museum.

Train enthusiasts will appreciate the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, particularly stopping at Goathland Station, which gained popularity through its appearance as Hogsmeade Station in the Harry Potter films.

The property is a glorious walk along the Rail Trail to the Birch Hall Inn, a grade 2 listed historic Inn at Beck Hole and a further mile walk takes you to Goathland, famous for the TV series Heartbeart and the spectacular Mallyan Spout Waterfall.

Excite your taste buds with homemade cakes at the Falling Foss Tea Garden; an enchanting woodland nook perfect for a mid-adventure respite.No matter how you spend your time in North Yorkshire, Whinstone Cottage offers a charming and pleasant base to return to.

Where you’ll be staying

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GROSMONT

Whitby 5 miles.

The pretty village of Grosmont sits at the junction of the River Esk and Murk Esk in the midst of striking North Yorkshire Moors scenery. The area is characterised by its narrow roads, steep hills and scenic views over valleys of patchwork fields and wide-open expanses of moorland. Grosmont itself lies in the ‘Heartbeat Country’ and is famous for being the home of the North York Moors Steam Railway. The Railway has been preserved and run by enthusiasts since 1973 and today carries upwards of 300,000 passengers a year. The village has a general store, post office, book shop, art gallery, cafes and a pub. It makes a great base for exploring the many pretty farming villages along the Esk Valley and the wider North York Moors National Park, as well as the North Yorkshire Coastline with characterful harbour towns and villages.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas
Flexible cancellation terms

If you cancel before 12 noon , get all of your money back:

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