Goathland cottages

Self-catering holiday accommodation in Goathland

Goathland in the North York Moors is a pretty village near Whitby has been a big hit with TV fans since the early 1990s, having served as the chief shooting location for Heartbeat. This little town is instantly recognisable and draws in enthusiasts hoping to catch a glimpse of the dashing 1960s policemen and women. Goathland has a station on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, another film locale which doubled as Hogsmeade in the early Harry Potter films. Close to Goathland is Wades Causeway, a walking trail that cuts across the beautiful and stark Wheeldale Moor, a great place to enjoy extended treks into the wilds. 

Goathland is also home to several pleasant pubs and restaurants for you to try out during your stay including the Birch Hall Inn in Beck Hall which consists of two small bars with a sweet shop in the middle.  A popular walk close to Goathland is the 5-mile scenic walk from Saltergate (8 miles) over the Hole of Horcum and Levisham Moor and nearby towns and villages include Whitby, Sandsend and Egton. You can also soak in the views of Skelton Tower and the rocky ravine at Dundale Griff. Other natural beauty spots in the area are Mallyan Spout Waterfall and the Goathland viewpoint, a few miles from the centre of the village. We offer a great range of luxury Yorkshire homes in Goathland for you to choose from, as well as a number of dog-friendly properties too. Browse our range of North Yorkshire cottages and start planning your next UK getaway.