This cottage places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as Whitby Harbour and Whitby Beach. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a TV.
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
A stunning, luxurious, quirky, peaceful, 4-bed Whitby townhouse.
A stunning, luxurious, quirky, peaceful, 4-bed Whitby townhouse! A 5-minute walk to the harbour and ¾ mile to the beach, this is a luxurious haven of calm away from the hustle and bustle of town.. Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Sky, Netflix, Books, Woodburner
Dining room: Smart TV, Sky, Netflix
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bathroom: Roll Top Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Separate Toilet.. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and 2 stairgates. . Front garden. Rear decked courtyard. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: Families and couples bookings only, sorry, no hen or stag parties.. With off-street parking for one car, a charming front garden, decked rear courtyard and a wood burner, The Merry Gull offers guests both convenience and comfort. Filled with character, The Merry Gull boasts high ceilings and tall windows that light up the rooms. The living room offers a Smart TV, with an adjustable bracket to get the perfect view and features such as Sky and Netflix, perfect for a movie night in. There is also a wood burning stove, for cosy nights in, with access to a fireguard to keep little hands safe.
The tropical-themed dining room has a large table where you can all be seated together, making mealtimes a social event. There is a record player and CD player along with a selection of vintage vinyl and CD’s, and a sofa perfect for sitting while talking to the chef. The galley kitchen adjoining the dining room is well equipped and cleverly laid out, to maximise the space, and inclusive of a washing machine, dishwasher, and a Bosch Tassimo coffee-machine. Also on the ground floor, there are steps leading you from the hallway to a funky, pebble-tiled bathroom.
There is a small, beautifully presented decked area outside at the back, with seating for two people. This is fairy-lit at night, and is a great area in which to sit out and enjoy your morning coffee.
Up on the first floor, you have two characterful, comfortable king bedrooms along with a Victorian-style bathroom with an elegant, free standing, roll-top bath and a cubicle rainforest shower.
Up on the second floor, you have two beautifully furnished bedrooms, with a playful nautical twist, one of which has a cosy chill-out corner, with leatherette beanbags and footstools. Both bedrooms have twin beds, with one of the beds in each room being under the eaves. Whitby Abbey can be seen from one of the attic bedroom skylights.
At the front there is a lawned garden and gravelled sitting-out area, with garden tables and chairs provided.
There are a local fish and chip shop, butchers, friendly pub (with occasional live music), and community shop, where you can buy essentials and enjoy a coffee, all within 175 yards from the property.
Pack-up your bathing suits, swimming trunks and towels and head straight for the glorious sands of Whitby Beach, where you can enjoy a variety of water sports including surfing and paddle boarding, or simply have a paddle. You can also enjoy a leisurely stroll along to Whitby’s Harbour Lighthouse or hook your catch of the day along the Pier. Within the town you will be spoilt for choice for things to do, with panoramic views atop the 199 Steps, the wonders of the Gothic Whitby Abbey, the fun-filled Dracula Experience, the picturesque Pannett Park, home to the Whitby Museum, and the Endeavour tall-ship in the harbour. No stay in Whitby is complete without a visit to one of the many award winning seafood restaurants, you can’t get fish and chips much fresher than this!
For a truly memorable day out, why not take a boat trip to spot the local marine life? As well as seals and seabirds you may even see a porpoise if you are lucky. Keen walkers and outdoor enthusiasts will delight at the easy access to the fabulous surroundings of the North York Moors National Park, where you can visit Mulgrave Castle, tackle The Wainstones, and enjoy walks through the wooded river valleys and hikes through the vast moorlands. Be sure to visit Scarborough, home to an impressive castle, the attractions of Alpamare waterpark and spa, as well as one of Europe’s largest open-air theatres.
However you choose to spend your time in North Yorkshire, secure your stay at The Merry Gull.
Free WiFi
This is a shoes off house, please feel free to bring your own comfy slippers or our spa slippers will be available at the property to use, should you wish to use them.
Bedding for the travel cot is not provided, please bring your own.
Local firewood is available in the Co-op and other nearby shops - please do not use any other fuel other than kiln dried wood.
Toilets are Saniflows - please do not flush anything other than waste and toilet paper, as any callouts and blockages will be charged for.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with Netflix. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a fireplace.
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
su-UK39653-UK39653
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see near this cottage?
This cottage is located in Whitby, a short 7-minute walk from Whitby Harbour and also 14 minutes on foot from Whitby Beach. You'll also find Whalebone Arch and Whitby Abbey less than a mile away.
Is parking available on site at A stunning, luxurious, quirky, peaceful, 4-bed Whitby townhouse.?
Yes, though there is a max of 1 space. You'll find a max of limited parking spaces.
Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.
What do couples enjoy most about A stunning, luxurious, quirky, peaceful, 4-bed Whitby townhouse.?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside cottage include a fireplace, Netflix, and a kitchen.
Are there hot tubs at A stunning, luxurious, quirky, peaceful, 4-bed Whitby townhouse.?
No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this cottage include breakfast service?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.
Are there connecting rooms at A stunning, luxurious, quirky, peaceful, 4-bed Whitby townhouse.?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at A stunning, luxurious, quirky, peaceful, 4-bed Whitby townhouse.?
No, there aren't any cottage with balconies at A stunning, luxurious, quirky, peaceful, 4-bed Whitby townhouse..
A stunning, luxurious, quirky, peaceful, 4-bed Whitby townhouse. Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Christine Jones
Oct 4, 2025
Fabulous house in a great location with everything we needed.
Fabulous house in a great location with everything we needed.
We all loved the space and the quirky original decor of the place. Very comfortable beds and spacious rooms, 3 toilets and 2 showers, TV with Netflix and so close to town centre. Parking was not hard to find either. The kitchen is tiny but very well equipped. We had an issue with upstairs toilet which was fixed next day on a Sunday. Really enjoyable place with lovely touches and stylish furniture and decor with some kitch touches we really liked.
Anisa M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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6/10 Okay
Sheila C.
Sep 28, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
A mixed stay
The house is well-equipped & had everything we needed. While the 4 bedrooms can accommodate 8, the kitchen could not, & it would be hard to fit 8 into the over-furnished dining-room. The quirky decor was not to our taste, but we enjoyed sitting out in the neat garden on sunny afternoons. Our check-in was delayed due to a mismatch over the check-in time we were given & when the owners expected us.