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LetAway - Captain Cook's Cottage, Staithes

Beach vacation home with kitchen in Saltburn-by-the-Sea

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Interior
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Marina
On the beach

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Fireplace
  • Beach view

Explore the area

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Saltburn-by-the-Sea, England
  • Place, North York Moors National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Whitby Harbour
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Saltburn-by-the-Sea

On the beach.At this Saltburn-by-the-Sea vacation home, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Runswick Sands and 6 miles (10 km) of North York Moors National Park. Land of Iron is within 6 miles (10 km) and Cattersty Sands is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • North York Moors National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Whitby Beach - 16 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Whitby Harbour - 18 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • Whitby Abbey - 19 min drive - 12.7 miles
  • Scarborough Open Air Theatre - 46 min drive - 34.1 miles

Getting around

  • Whitby Station - 28 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tiger Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Captain Cook Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cod & Lobster - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mary’s Sandwich Shop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cobbles Of Staithes - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

LetAway - Captain Cook's Cottage, Staithes

Summary:

Captain Cook’s Cottage is located in the heart of Staithes. It has narrow winding streets leading to various points of natural beauty. The cottage is fully equipped and sleeps 7 (2 doubles and 1 triple). No pets and no smoking. Self catering. There is walking access to activities and amenities; recommendations available upon request.



Guests can park temporarily to unload but will need to park elsewhere. Glen Vale parking is recommended which can be booked online. WiFi is free.



The Space:

The cottage is very spacious and located down in the harbour overlooking the sea, beach and surrounding breath-taking scenery. There is a small indoor porch on the ground floor flowing through into a large living / dining area following into the fully equipped kitchen. There is also a basement safely accessible from the kitchen where cleaning facilities and beach equipment is stored for use by guests.



The first floor consists of two homely double bedrooms and a modern main bathroom. From the landing, a second staircase leads up to the 2nd floor.



On the 2nd floor landing is a comfortable sitting area with a 2nd bathroom off this area to service the 3rd bedroom consisting of 3 single beds.



The cottage is owned and operated by a local family who's care and love of the property is evident to see throughout.



The cottage has a comprehensive central heating system controlled by thermostat in the living room and all rooms are perfectly insulated and decorated in a traditional style to reflect the cottage's history.



For Confirmation - the property has three bedrooms (2 x double, 1 with 3 singles).



Guest Access:

There is no parking specifically allocated to the cottage due to parking being so limited and therefore just for permanent residents. Guests can park temporarily to unload but will need to park elsewhere during the stay. We recommend Glen Vale parking which can be booked online (by visiting their website) for a reasonable cost.



Access to the front is via Church Street with a couple of steps leading up to the front door.



Access to the rear is via a service alleyway and up several steps to the rear door off the kitchen.



The Neighborhood:

Staithes is a traditional fishing village famed by Captain James Cook having spent some time there working in 1745 before his career as an explorer.



The village still has many local people living there with also numerous holidaymakers visiting from all corners of the UK all year round. It still has a small community of fishermen operating from the harbour in small fishing boats. It has narrow winding streets leading to various points of natural beauty viewing.



Crime rates are basically non-existent and you will find that many local people and holidaymakers simply leave their front doors open although this is not advised.



Getting Around:

There is little parking down in the harbour. Accessibility is all via foot other than unloading / luggage drop-off.



There are bust routes through Staithes to take you north towards Saltburn and south towards Whitby and Scarborough. Taxis are also accessible in Staithes.



Other Things to Note:

A standard Rental Agreement is applicable to this property for the duration of your stay and is available directly upon request. By making a reservation, you automatically accept the terms of this Rental Agreement. Information about the Cancellation Policy is also available upon request however this differs from Booking Channel to Booking Channel.



For Confirmation - the property has three bedrooms (2 x double, 1 with 3 singles).



For any ad-hoc questions, contact us at the LetAway website.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

N/A

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
  • Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Captain Cook's Cottage
Captain Cook's Cottage, Staithes Saltburn-by-the-Sea
Captain Cook's Cottage, Staithes Private vacation home
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Frequently asked questions

How close is LetAway - Captain Cook's Cottage, Staithes to the airport?

This vacation home is 35.8 mi (71-min drive) away from the Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does LetAway - Captain Cook's Cottage, Staithes have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is LetAway - Captain Cook's Cottage, Staithes to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does LetAway - Captain Cook's Cottage, Staithes offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at LetAway - Captain Cook's Cottage, Staithes?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at LetAway - Captain Cook's Cottage, Staithes?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at LetAway - Captain Cook's Cottage, Staithes?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does LetAway - Captain Cook's Cottage, Staithes have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does LetAway - Captain Cook's Cottage, Staithes have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is LetAway - Captain Cook's Cottage, Staithes to downtown Saltburn-by-the-Sea?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Staithes.

LetAway - Captain Cook's Cottage, Staithes Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Captain Cook’s Cottage

Really comfortable, great location. Could do with a much bigger fridge or an additional drinks fridge for a large family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We'd been to Staithes before and loved it, but what a fantastic cottage! We were a party of 3 couples and the place was exactly what we wanted and everything we could possibly need! Highly recommend! Brilliant!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Captain Cooks Cottage. Also mo

Great property and location. Comfortable beds. A bigger fridge would be helpful for the number of people.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous short stay in Staithes

We thoroughly enjoyed our short stay at this cottage in Staithes. Perfectly located 3 doors from the Cod & Lobster, we were lucky that the mixed weather allowed us to enjoy a coffee on the front bench, overlooking the beach and harbour, in the morning sun every day! Can't fault the cottage where pretty much everything is provided for your stay including a mini library with many interesting celebrity bios and plenty of other books you wouldn't expect! Pamphlets & guides for the local area are provided including a "treasure hunt" to encourage you to explore the village with all its quirks. We never did find the TV remote but we never had the time for TV anyway! We would definitely recommend and hope to return one day! PS Thanks for the wine & cookies on arrival!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam F., Harrogate

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic birthday stay

The property is fantastic in such a brilliant location overlooking the bay. The owners were very communicative & helpful througuout. We'll definitely be returning soon
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022