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Swallow Cottage - Robins Hoods Bay

Fylingdales, near Robin Hoods Bay, Yorkshire
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
5 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Quirky
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Beach within easy reach
Complex
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Charming barn conversion in the North Yorkshire countryside, close to the coast
  • Wood burner for cosy nights in and south-facing courtyard with countryside views
  • Character features and quirky interior design
Property code: OC-G0191

Meet this fantastic cottage: a quirky cosy barn conversion with a stunning moorland setting near Robin Hood’s Bay. We love this gorgeous little cottage with its eclectic style and moorland walks down to the sea from the doorstep. Perfect for couples looking for a cosy rural escape close to the coast.

This old farm building has been transformed into a stylish and surprisingly spacious holiday home. Retro playful design gives the cottage a cheerful and welcoming feel, making you smile from the moment you walk through the door.

Downstairs you'll find a bright open-plan living space home to the lounge, kitchen and dining area. The lounge area has bags of character and warmth, with reclaimed pine floors underfoot and a cosy vintage wood-burner keeping everything nice and toasty. Curl up by the fire on the 50s-style orange sofa with a glass of something good. For your evening entertainment there's a Freeview TV with DVD Player, wireless speakers and of course Wi-Fi is provided. Books and board games are also available if you want to unplug for a while.

The kitchen sits opposite - a fabulous mix of old and new with its handmade terracotta brick floor tiles, hand-painted kitchen units and the solid oak worktops. A retro-style fridge/freezer and bright orange microwave completes the look. There's also an electric oven / gas hob, dishwasher and other usual small appliances complete this kitchen, providing everything guests need for their stay.

Dinner is served in the spacious dining area with its retro-style dining table and colourful chairs along with the upcycled oak sideboard. Rustle up a hearty Yorkshire breakfast and take your time mulling over the morning papers. No need to rush today.

The bedroom in this property can be found on the first floor, at the top of painted white stairs. It feels a little magical up here, tucked away from the world. The quirky retro theme continues with a handsome cast iron bed and brightly coloured furniture.

The bathroom is set on the ground floor under the stairs, a wow-factor room with its bright blue wall tiles, Victorian black & white floor and fabulous claw foot bath. A vintage sink and towel rail complete the look. Indulge in a long hot soak in some bubbles after a bracing walk on the moors.

Outside there is a sweet little south-facing courtyard that enjoys a good deal of sunshine throughout the day. It comes complete with a bistro table and chairs set so you can make the most of the warmer months. Settle down for lunch alfresco and drink in those stunning views of the moors as they tumble down towards the sea.

Please note Swallow Cottage and Granary Cottage share the gravelled courtyard and can be booked together if required. Please enquire about discounted rates for booking the 2 cottages together. There is ample room for off road parking.

  • 1 double bedroom
  • 1 bathroom – shower over bath and WC
  • Fridge/freezer, microwave, electric oven, gas hob, dishwasher
  • Woodburner - logs, kindling and coal provided
  • Smart TV/DVD player, wireless speakers, books and board games
  • South-facing courtyard with moorland views (shared with neighbouring cottage)
  • 2 allocated parking spaces
  • Welcome hamper with local produce
  • Shop and pub within 2 miles, beach within 3 miles
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 15:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Laura Noble-Crookes

This property is personally managed by Laura.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 29 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Kristina 6th June 2026

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Stunning little cottage, cosy with all the home comforts you need for a quiet and relaxing get away. Some wonderful walking nearby. Rex loved the outdoor space. Cant wait to book again.

Reviewed by Jill 14th May 2026

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Swallow Cottage ( once we found it, all tucked away!) was an absolute delight to spend a week in. It was super clean and comfortable plus everything we could have wanted for our stay had been thought about and provided( dishwasher pods, wash up liquid, tea towels, plus dog bowls, clean dog towels, clean dog blankets and throws plus a few toys all Read morein the Dog Box). On arrival we found a generous gift waiting for us: milk and a bottle of white wine in the fridge, 2 packets of locally sourced biscuits, tea bags and a dish full of assorted fresh eggs (from the owners chickens). The decor was tasteful and pretty quirky but suited the cottage very well. The bedroom was upstairs and the bed extremely comfy. The bathroom was stunning and there was always plenty of hot water. The CH worked well by a simple panel on the lounge wall. Being quite centrally located made it an ideal base for exploring the area. We found the Park & Ride a good way to access Whitby. Robin Hoods Bay was not far away and well worth a visit. Ravenscar was an interesting place to visit, if you like a bit of modern history and a visit to a tasty tea room!! All in all, I would thoroughly recommend Swallow Cottage to potential guests and would give it full marks! Hide

Reviewed by Geoffrey 28th March 2026

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A peaceful little haven , far enough away from the road so no traffic noise. A well appointed cottage with all the necessary utensils and appliances, plus some welcoming goodies which were much appreciated. Ideally located to explore the local countryside and coast, after a week here I regret not booking for 2 weeks. I will certainly return

Reviewed by Karen 2nd January 2026

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the cottage was warm, comfortable and clean. the owner had put up a xmas tree was was lovely, our holiday began on 2nd January. the furnishings were to my taste, and fitted with the size of the cottage. the equipment was good quality, as was the furnishings, towels, bedding etc. it was lovely to have a small garden area as one of my dogs is was tooRead more friendly and tends to run towards other dogs. we used the courtyard when no other dogs were there and it was a lovely space. Hide

Reviewed by Wayne 12th December 2025

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Reviewed by Christopher 21st November 2025

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Superb location very quiet and well equipped. Really enjoyed our stay and will book again.

Reviewed by Michael 3rd November 2025

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Excellent place to stay. Nice and quiet with access to lots of walks just a few minutes by car. Welcome pack was a lovely touch and the dogs have enjoyed the stay just as much as us. We can't wait to go back

Reviewed by Julian 13th October 2025

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We had a great relaxing holiday in Swallow Cottage, the cottage was clean and comfortable with everything you would need provided. The welcome pack was excellent. We would definitely recommend it. The location was great for some lovely walks.

Reviewed by Karen 19th September 2025

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Great place to stay. Well equipped cottage, clean and tidy, ideally situated as a base to explore Whitby and North Yorkshire. We were made to feel welcome from the moment we arrived with the thoughtful welcome pack. A comfortable and enjoyful stay, our small dogs loved it, as did we.

Reviewed by Sara 27th June 2025

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Swallow Cottage is a haven of peace & tranquility - it is perfect

Reviewed by Margaret 6th June 2025

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Fantastic accommodation with a lovely little outdoor space. Ideal location for relaxing but not too far away from pub/ Robin Hoods Bay etc. lovely little welcome pack which was really appreciated. Very dog friendly and I'll certainly be booking another stay soon.

Reviewed by Serena 30th May 2025

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Clean comfortable welcoming peaceful location warm an relaxing cottage We loved it

Reviewed by Kirsten 16th May 2025

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A lovely clean and cosy cottage. Our larger dog was able to get out of our little garden but we were able to close the main courtyard gate to keep him safe. A very secluded and quiet location but with shops and facilities only minutes away. A lovely welcome pack including free range eggs, wine and biscuits was a nice surprise

Reviewed by Rebekah 28th April 2025

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Loved it, couldn't be happier. Feels like a home away from home. Really appreciative of the welcome treats. Sad to leave & can't wait to return.

Reviewed by Wendy 18th April 2025

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The cottage was perfect,didn't want for anything,it was so,so peaceful and oh so cosy at night time,I just wish I could have transported the whole cottage home with me

Reviewed by Andrew 10th March 2025

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Reviewed by Bernard 14th February 2025

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Beautiful cottage in a peaceful and tranquil hidden valley. with log stove and central heating, lovely treats for our arrival including white wine. The kitchen had everything you could ever need for a perfect stay, the living room has a 60s retro style with a very comfortable bedroom upstairs and a magnificent Victorian bathroom downstairs, with exRead moretremely helpful owners. Magnificent! Hide

Reviewed by Beverley 27th January 2025

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Reviewed by Sharon 29th November 2024

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What an amazing little cottage. Loved it! Very clean, cosy and quirky, everything you need while on holiday was provided. The owners had thought of everything, felt very welcome. We were left a very generous welcome pack filled with goodies and flowers, a very nice touch. Thank you very much. Lovely walk into Robin Hoods Bay and not far from WhitbyRead more. We will definitely be back and will certainly recommend to friends and family. We have had a fab holiday at this lovely little cottage. The Brooks' Hide

Reviewed by Jill 8th November 2024

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Reviewed by Joanne 1st November 2024

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Reviewed by Anton 25th October 2024

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Swallow cottage was clean and comfortable. The owners were friendly and helpful. It is relatively close to Whitby and Robin Hoods Bay. A little further to Scarborough and Flamborough. Inland are the moors. The cottage is dog friendly. When planning your stay consider it to be Ramsdale House, rather than Swallow Cottage-there are a few locally! It tRead moreells you something that our only criticism was there was no tea-cosy! Hide

Reviewed by Lorraine 4th October 2024

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Reviewed by Martin 30th September 2024

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Reviewed by Emma 27th September 2024

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Fabulous immaculate cosy cottage in an amazing location, would strongly recommend to anyone wanting to get away from the pressures of day to day life

Reviewed by Sarah 30th August 2024

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Beautiful cottage , beautiful location, Wonderfully decorated. Truly dog friendly, a generous welcome pack and relax A must stay . We will be back

Reviewed by Elaine 26th August 2024

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Lovely cottage. We felt really at home during our stay. Very well equipped and comfortable. Appreciated our welcome pack of fresh milk, eggs , tea, biscuits and wine !Such a peaceful wee retreat and perfect to return to after our days out exploring the local area with our wee dog.We were lucky to have some nice weather to sit out in the wee encloseRead mored sunny garden. The Hare and Hounds pub in nearby Hawsker serves delicious food. We ate there twice during our 4 day stay. Hide

Reviewed by Rhys 9th August 2024

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Reviewed by Claire 19th July 2024

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Fabulous position. So peaceful. We had a lovely 2 weeks stay and highly recommend!

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Granary Cottage - Robin Hoods Bay

Granary Cottage - Robin Hoods Bay

Sleeps: 2 | Bedrooms: 1

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