An erstwhile bustling fishing community, Staithes is a historical village located by the seaside. Surrounded by whitewashed cottages and narrow alleyways, this dreamy little town offers stunning views of the coastline. Just 10 mi (16 km) from Whitby, Staithes attracts artists and travellers who want to spend some time in an idyllic vacation spot filled with art, history, and architecture. Visit the gorgeous little fishing village filled with maritime history and character. There are plenty of fun things to do here ranging from art galleries to walking trails. If you are looking for a place to stay, check out our list of the top eight holiday cottages with parking in Staithes, the UK.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to parking facilities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on December 18, 2024.
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1. Traditional cottage in the heart of Staithes
Kindly Light Cottage is a modern home nestled in the heart of Staithes. It is fully equipped with everything you need like access to a private garden where you can relax to the sound of crashing waves. The house has been decorated with the latest amenities and traditional décor to give you the best of both worlds. The guests can also use the property’s well-stocked kitchen to make some home-cooked meals. The property can host up to five guests in their bedrooms. This property offers free parking on premises.
Staithes, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
14.08 km (8.8 mi) from Whitby AbbeySuperhostAccommodates: 5
2. Beautiful cottage in a rural location (from USD 97)
Sandwiched between the seaside town of Whitby and North Yorkshire Moors, this property offers a comfortable two-bedroom stay that can host up to four guests. The location is peaceful with ample street parking. If you are looking to get away from the city’s hustle and bustle, then this place is the perfect weekend getaway for a small family or a couple. There is also an open plan kitchen, a living area, a patio with tables and chairs for comfortable lounging outside. The guests can access the well-equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, laundry room, and dishwasher.
Top guest reviews
Host:
lovely cottage with lovely hoststhe hosts were friendly welcoming and helpfulhosts went over and above to make our stay specialfantastic hosts friendly and attentive to all our needsmany thanks also to our lovely hostsLocation:
wonderful location for walkingideal location for exploring and to buses and train stationan excellent chip shop is just on the edge of the villageit is only 10 mins into whitby and in a good location for visiting the whole areagreat location quiet but easily accessible to whitby and all the quaint villages in the surrounding areaCleanliness:
beautifully clean and compact cottage very dog friendly in idllic settingeverything was clean and well decoratedit was immaculately clean and well cared forso homely and cleanexceptionally clean modern cottage well equipped kitchenRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the cottage also has a nice sized tv access to now tv netflix and great wi-ficosy cottage with everything you need for a very comfortable staycomfortable beds ~ thank you for the delicious cake and beautiful spring flowers ~ we will be backthe kitchen is fully equipped with new cutlery crockery a great oven a dishwasher and microwavethe house was cosy and comfortable and well equipped with everything we needed
3. Old cottage in the historic fishermen’s village (from USD 96)
This delightful cottage located in the erstwhile fishermen’s village of Staithes can sleep up to four guests. It features several amenities such as a washing machine, a coffeemaker, a seating area, and more. This early 19th-century cottage definitely provides all the comforts that you can expect from a modern rental. Parking is only available for a short-term stay.
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it is clean comfortable and well cared for throughoutvery easy booking process and property was clean and well stocked with everything neededproperty was clean and owners very helpful
4. Comfortable cottage good for four guests (from USD 197)
This property is a semi-detached cottage that is located just 10 mi (16 km) away from Whitby in Yorkshire. It can accommodate up to four guests in one double room and two single rooms. There is also an open living area, dining area, and seating area. Post Box Cottage gives you the perfect opportunity to enjoy the countryside at your own pace. Amenities include electrical heating, microwave, fridge, washing machine, TV, Wi-Fi, and a selection of books. Outside, there’s enough parking space for your two vehicles.
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5. Gregorian cottage with stunning sea views (from USD 130)
This comfortable and spacious cottage offers three well-equipped bedrooms that can sleep up to five guests. Situated on the harbor of this beautiful village, the property has been tastefully designed and comfortably furnished for its guests. The house is modern but still retains a lot of its old-world charm. If you are a painter, the views from the cabin will surely give you the perfect inspiration for your artwork. The house features an electric cooker, filter coffeemaker, flat-screen TV, and other superb amenities. This property provides parking for loading and unloading only.
Top guest reviews
Location:
the best thing about this property is the location and wonderful viewswe can recommend the local butcher shop which is close to the cottageunspoilt cottage in a fantastic locationRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
very comfortable bed with wonderful viewscottage right on sea front great view comfortable and spaciousthe cottage is brilliant so spacious comfortable beds and views to die for from almost every windowthe property could do with a bit of tlc especially the kitchen but overall was ok
6. Romantic cottage for couples (from USD 110)
This fisherman’s cottage is ideal for a couple. Located in the old part of Staithes, the guests get a double bedroom complete with a kitchen and a bathroom. Lahney Cottage is tastefully designed and recently refurbished to include all the latest amenities for guests’ comfort. New flooring and wall-to-wall carpets give this old cottage a new charm. You can also get access to TV, DVD player, internet radio, and Wi-Fi if you want to spend some time indoors. Free parking on the premises ensures that your vehicle is safe while you explore nearby areas.
Top guest reviews
Host:
eva was a wonderful hosteva was the perfect hosteva was a great host very welcoming and attentivejust perfect and a great hostthe host goes above and beyond with extra touches like milk bread local info etcLocation:
what a perfect little hide away in a beautiful locationit was ideal for our plan to walk the cleveland wayperfect location for beach and local pubs serving delicious food and drinkswe loved the location of the cottage an ideal base to explore staithes and beyondgreat little cottage in a good locationCleanliness:
the accommodation is small but is also very good being clean well decorated and with full kitchen facilitieswonderful cosy tastefully done out clean well-equipped cottage bang in centre of old town all hugger-mugger lanes and rooftopsthe cute cottage is thoughtfully decorated (as per pictures ) and spotlessly cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
we had a lovely stay at this little cottage it was cosy comfortable tidy and nicely presentedthe cottage is so warm and cosy and has absolutely everything you need - including a well-equipped kitchenthe kitchen and living room were absolutely perfect despite being tinya comfortable charming cottage in a great location
7. Cosy cottage by the sea (from USD 74)
Located in the fishing village of Staithes, this beautiful cottage is just yards away from the sea. It is a perfect place for you and your family with plenty of fun things for the kids. If you feel like spending a day indoors, you will find a wide range of board games, DVDs, and a selection of books to keep you and your little ones busy. The cottage can sleep up to four guests and the rooms are equipped with all the necessary amenities to make it a comfortable stay. You can also explore the beautiful Yorkshire coastline on foot or by car. The parking space is at the top of the hill, a few minutes’ walk from this rental.
8. Pet-friendly cottage in Staithes
This comfortable and beautiful cottage in the fishing village of Staithes is perfect for a short weekend and a relaxing holiday. The house is spacious and the kitchen is well-stocked for the guests to use. You can bring your pets too if they are trained and friendly. The guests can also get free parking on the property. There are three bedrooms that can sleep up to five guests. This lovely cottage is warm and welcoming for a small group of friends or family.
North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
14.28 km (8.9 mi) from Whitby AbbeySuperhostAccommodates: 5
Top guest reviews
Host:
the owners are very friendlyamanda was a lovely host and kept us updated with any useful informationamanda was really accommodating and helpfulwe would definitely come again and mandy and keith are lovely hostsLocation:
the location is perfect located on the road into the old town but is very quitethe location is perfect and the place is very comfortable for familiesit’s in a great location with a car parking space which is a super bonusgreat location lovely comfortable beds nice little touches and had everything we neededfantastic little cottage in a great locationCleanliness:
such a lovely charming cottage very clean and comfortablethis is a lovely spotless quirky well-equipped cottagethe bathroom and kitchen were clean modern and had everything we neededthe cottage has been thoughtfully developed over the years and cleanliness and comfort is second to noneRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
very comfy beds a shower and roll top bath plus a lovely open fire for the colder eveningsupstairs there are three beautiful bedrooms and comfortable beds in great stylethe cottage itself is lovely and cozy if a little bit of a squeeze
Explore this village maritime legacy
From winding cobbled streets to 18th-century cottages, Staithes is a coastal village that always attracts people from around the world. What used to be one of the largest fishing ports is now a hillside retreat that gives you stunning views of the rugged shoreline. Explore this village’s maritime heritage, and don’t forget to check out the best holiday cottages with parking in Staithes, the UK.
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