Flamingo Cottage

About this property

Being just a stone’s throw from the Runswick Bay beach, this delightful cottage is arguably in the best position in the prettiest bay on the North Yorkshire Coast. Tastefully finished in a beach hut style design, this property is ideal for families who wish to enjoy a seaside location or adults who simply want to take in the scenery and maybe watch the sun go down while enjoying the pub or beach café just a few yards away. The open-plan living area has a cosy woodburning stove and window seat to look out across the bay. There’s a well-equipped kitchen and dining area perfect for a hearty breakfast. On the first floor, be welcomed by an en-suite double bedroom, bathroom and a rather quirky single bedroom where a space saving staircase leads up to the converted loft where you will discover another three single beds. There’s a sheltered enclosed terraced rear garden and a patio area out front which makes for the perfect people watching platform. You could simply stroll along the beach or perhaps join the Cleveland Way for a bracing walk. If you can tear yourself away from this idyllic setting, there are some fabulous places to explore such as the historic port of Whitby, or quaint fishing villages like Staithes or Robin Hoods Bay. There is much to do in the local area, whether it's visiting the famous Abbey, Staithes with its pretty shops, cafes and art gallery, or touring the dramatic North York Moors. Whenever you go, it’s just a lovely place to spend some quality time with the ones you love.

One of the gems of the East Coast is the lovely Runswick Bay. With its narrow cobbled streets and quaint cottages, this picturesque old fishing village nestles in a small bay just nine miles from Whitby. Backed by spectacular cliffs and moorland scenery, this is not a typical tourist spot; cars have restricted access to the village which makes it an ideal place to relax and unwind without the sights and sounds of the modern world. Reached via cobbled, twisting alleyways, visitors can enjoy the sandy beach - well known for fossil hunting - and various cliff-top walks including the Cleveland Way. Local amenities within Runswick Bay are plentiful and include three local inns, all serving food, and one tea-room. A village shop is provided by nearby Hinderwell.

Accommodation

Over three floors.

Three bedrooms: 1 x second floor family room with 3 single beds (note accessed by space saver fixed ladder only) 1 x first floor double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x first floor bunk bed (note second floor room can only be accessed via this room by ladder).

First floor bathroom with bath, basin and WC (shower no longer functional).

Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.

Electric central heating with woodburning stove.

Electric oven and hob, dishwasher, microwave, fridge with ice box, freezer.

TV with Freesat, WiFi.

Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Public car park nearby (free off season) and drop off point to front of cottage.

Enclosed rear terraced garden and patio to front with furniture.

One well-behaved dog welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 0.6 miles, pub 30 metres.

Note: The power shower on the first floor is no longer in use, however there is another shower in the property.

Note: Mobile phone reception is very limited.

Note: Stair to upper floor is very steep and narrow.

Note: Rear garden is terraced with some 2 metre drops so children will need to be supervised at all times.