Escape to the coast for a romantic retreat at this characterful apartment and switch off from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Boasting a wood burner and a private terrace, this property offers a special treat at all times of the year, with easy access to the seafront less than half a mile away from your doorstep.
As you enter this first-floor apartment, you’ll find the warm and welcoming living room where a selection of comfortable seating waits for a cosy night in. Light the fire and pop a film on the TV to kick back and relax after a day of adventure. When it’s time to dine, the modern kitchen has a unique style, furnished with all you could need to fix up a feast along with a table and chairs for two.
At the end of the day, there’s nothing quite like a soak in the Jacuzzi bath to help you wind down before retiring to the blissful double bedroom for a good night’s rest.
Outside on the private terrace, you can watch the sunset whilst you make plans for the days ahead.
Staying in Scarborough, you’ll be able to take your pick between the North Bay and South Bay for days out at the beach, where if you keep your eyes peeled, you may have the chance to spot sea life such as dolphins and porpoises. Set off on the Cleveland Way walking trail to experience the rugged beauty of this part of the world stopping off at peaceful bays to recharge along the way. Head to Whitby (20 miles) for a fascinating day out strolling the narrow streets and learning of its interesting connections to Dracula and Captain Cook.
The property has a fabulous location on the Yorkshire coast, with all of the delights of Scarborough close by, including its gorgeous sandy beaches, cafes and restaurants.
Make your way through the historic streets to explore Scarborough Castle or pop into St Mary's churchyard to visit Anne Bronte's grave. Enjoy a stroll around the South Cliff area, taking in the famous spa and Italian Gardens. Catch the cliff lift down to the beach and walk around to the peaceful North Bay, visit the renowned Sea Life Centre or explore the beautiful Peasholm Park with its boating lake, woodland walks and oriental influences. The old railway line which ran from Scarborough to Whitby is now a stunning cycle and walking route and is the perfect choice if you feel like a coastal walk taking in some spectacular scenery. You are also perfectly placed to take in the best of the North York Moors, Yorkshire coast and York.
Sitting at the eastern foot of the North York Moors, the region's dramatic landscape of heather and open moorland is just a short drive away. Somewhat smaller than the Yorkshire Dales, the North York Moors still cover an area of almost 600 square miles, and, like the Dales, you can easily find yourself miles from anywhere relatively quickly. But there is something distinctly more civilised and less remote about the moors. In place of harsh limestone and dramatic peaks, you'll find gently rolling hills of heather, ancient woodland and lazy rivers winding through lush green valleys. There is a sense of wilderness, particularly on top of the high central moorlands, but it’s cast in comforting soft focus.
The rest of the Yorkshire coast is also close by. Much like its Cornish counterpart, the North Yorkshire coastline is a heady mix of rugged cliff tops, peaceful bays and pretty fishing villages. With long sandy beaches and all the traditional seaside trimmings of yesteryear, this is proper bucket-and-spade territory. That's not to say it's stuck in the past; in fact, the coast's villages and towns combine the traditional with the contemporary effortlessly, with trinket shops and tea rooms sitting alongside upmarket champagne and oyster bars.
This region is best known for the gorgeously gothic town of Whitby (20 miles). Playing host throughout history to Romans, Saxons, Celts and Danes amongst others, the town's rich heritage is immediately obvious. Straddling the River Esk and dominated by the 13th-century ruins of St Hilda's Abbey on the East Cliff, Whitby's crooked cobbled streets and picturesque harbour have been a magnet for artists and tourists alike for centuries. Robin Hood's Bay (16 miles) and Sandsend (21.5 miles) are also worth a visit, each with their own unique charm.