Cottage to welcome you in Skinningrove - sleeps 4

Quaker's Cottage 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4

This traditional fisherman’s Cottage is nestled just yards away from the golden beach at Skinningrove, one of the more peaceful and undiscovered beaches.

Accommodation details

Ground Floor:
Step to entrance.
Living room: With wood burner, Smart TV with Sky TV and Xbox One.
Dining room.
Kitchen: With gas oven, gas hob, microwave, slow cooker, fridge/freezer, coffee machine and washing machine.

First Floor:
Bedroom 1: With double bed.
Bedroom 2: With twin beds.
Bathroom: With shower over bath, and toilet.

Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack and doggy extras. Travel cot and highchair. Initial fuel for wood burner included.

Enclosed garden with sitting-out area. On road parking available. No smoking.

Extra Amenities

This gorgeous cottage is beautifully furnished throughout, offering guests a warm and welcoming stay. Outside is a lovely enclosed front garden, where you can enjoy the sunshine and dine al fresco amongst the flowers. At the rear of the property is an enclosed yard, with hooks for hanging wetsuits as well as storage with beach equipment. This is an ideal choice for beachside holidays. Inside the property is a beautifully presented living room, with a wood burner adding comfort to your stay. From the living room is a dining table, with shelves containing a selection of books, toys and games. Some of the books have information about the local area, which will help inspire your days ahead, and the toys and games are ideal for keeping the children entertained in the evening along with an x box. At the back of the property adjacent to the enclosed yard is the well-equipped kitchen, with everything you could need to cook a Sunday dinner. Upstairs is the master double bedroom overlooking the garden, with a double doored wardrobe for your belongings. The second bedroom is a twin room also with a double wardrobe. There is a large corner bath in the bathroom with a shower over, perfect for unwinding after a long day of exploring.

There are beautiful personal touches throughout this property, and some gorgeous unique features, such as the handmade stained glass panelled doors, depicting local scenery.

The cottage was built back in the 1850s as a home for a local fisherman, by the well-respected Quakers who looked after the mining communities and lived here as this area was known as the Iron Valley. The mines were once the powerhouse of the Industrial Revolution and the British Empire. Dispatching iron worldwide, forming the fabric of railways and bridges across continents around the world. You can visit the local mining museum to find out more about the local history and how it shaped the landscape. Now the area is more popular with holiday makers as well as walkers enjoying the beautiful coastal and moorland trails.

The village of Skinningrove is undiscovered by most tourists, and is peaceful all year round. It is a quaint little bay, with neighbouring Cattersty Sands just a short walk away. This is a perfect choice for those looking for a tranquil beach holiday away from the crowds. The village is mostly inhabited by locals, with a little café as well as a fish and chip shop. There is lots to see and do for the whole family in the area, and this is also a wonderful choice as a romantic getaway for couples.

Your dog is welcome to join you and will be in heaven with the fabulous walks you can enjoy together.

For those who love the coast, there are wonderful beaches nearby to discover, either on foot along the Cleveland Way or by car. Saltburn is a surfer’s paradise, and has an iconic pier and some trendy bars and restaurants. Staithes has undeniable charm; this village huddles around the shoreline, with little fishing boats sailing out from the harbour. Runswick Bay is gorgeous, with sweeping golden sand, perfect for a scenic stroll taking in the fresh sea breeze, and Whitby is just a 30-minute drive away. This seafaring town has a fascinating history, with the abbey overlooking the cobbled streets. The North York Moors is also on the doorstep, with ancient forests, miles of heather-clad hills and valleys and many walking trails making Quaker’s Cottage a stunning destination all year round. Local extensive and reliable bus service 2 mins walk from cottage. National bike route and The Cleveland Way along with the post office are yards from cottage. Beach 350 yards.