THE OLD GUARD HOUSE, pet friendly, luxury holiday cottage in Whitby

The Old Guard House rests in Whitby and can sleep ten people in five bedrooms.

The Old Guard House has five bedrooms: a ground-floor zip/link super-king with woodburning stove and Smart TV, a ground-floor double room with jack-and-jill access to bathroom, and three king-sized rooms, one with an en-suite shower. There's a shower room and an open-plan living space with kitchen with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, kettle, coffee machine and toaster, dining area, and sitting area with a woodburning stove and Smart TV. Amenities include oil central heating, underfloor heating, washer/dryer, starter pack for woodburning stove, highchair and travel cot. Off-road parking for four cars, enclosed wraparound garden with rear lawn, patio, furniture, hot tub, and a roof terrace with furniture. Two well-behaved dogs are welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop in 1.6 miles, pub in 0.1 miles. The Old Guard House is the perfect base for a family getaway. Note: Check-in is from 4pm, check-out by 10am
Note: There are two steps up to the ground-floor bedrooms

Amenities: Oil powered underfloor heating. Range with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, kettle, coffee machine and toaster. 2 x Smart TVs, 3 x radios, WiFi. Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Highchair and travel cot available on request. Private off-road parking for 4 cars. Enclosed wraparound garden with rear lawn, patio, furniture and hot tub. Enclosed roof terrace (with furniture during summer). Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 1.6 miles, pub 0.9 miles. Note: Check-in is from 4pm, check-out by 10am



Region: The North York Moors National Park covers 554 square miles, with landscape ranging from heather-clad moorland and deep secluded dales, to the cliffs and coves of the magnificent coastline making it a haven for walkers.

Town: The seaside town and port of Whitby lies at the mouth of the River Esk in the Scarborough district of North Yorkshire. Ideally situated for exploring this beautiful part of Yorkshire, the local area hosts an array of activities so you can be sure to get the best out of both the countryside and the coast. From the nearby North York Moors to its Blue Flag beaches, there's something here for everyone. Amongst its many attractions, Whitby holds a charming atmosphere, home to winding streets and hidden alleys, where you can find a wide selection of eateries and shops scattered amongst them. Take a trip to the picturesque harbour and lighthouse to watch the sun set or get involved in some whale watching or a coastal cruise to watch the creatures up close. Climb the famous 199 steps to the Whitby Abbey to immerse yourself with history, or visit the Captain Cook Memorial Museum presenting historical and ethnographic exhibition about Cook himself. Close to the Robin Hood's Bay, rich in heritage, wonders and scenic spots, and in easy reach of the bustling towns of Scarborough and Middlesbrough, Whitby is a prime location for exploring all of the delights that Yorkshire has to offer.