Staithes 2.3 miles. Perched in the small village of Roxby near Staithes in North Yorkshire, is this delightful cottage set on a working farm, Manor House Farm Cottage. Well-known for being the oldest standing building in Roxby and Grade II listed, Manor House Farm Cottage is ideal for a small family getaway to North Yorkshire, with easy access to glorious beaches and the gothic Whitby Abbey. Be welcomed into the spacious sitting room with traditional feature beams, where you can look forward to cosying up with loved ones in front of the crackling open fire as you toast to a wonderful holiday. Move through to the fully-functioning kitchen/diner where you can whip up delicious feasts for your loved ones as they open a bottle of fizz and set the table. Gather around the dining table to tuck-in to a sumptuous meal and discuss plans for the adventures ahead. Completing the ground-floor is a handy cloakroom, where you can quickly freshen up before setting out for the day. Climb the stairs to the first floor which features a generous bathroom, where you can pour in the bubbles and indulge in a hot soak in the bath, before popping on fresh pyjamas and heading to catch your rest in one of two well-presented rooms, a double and a twin which features a single and a 2’6 single . Wake-up and join your guests for morning coffee out on the front garden, before getting ready and exploring the grounds orchard. Walk to the adjacent 13th-century church of St Nicholas, an impressive historical building which holds a beautiful candlelit carol service at Christmas. For a tasty bite to eat, wander up to the welcoming Fox pub which houses a fabulous restaurant a deli for taking treats home with you. Walkers and cyclists will delight at the plethora of exceptional trails on offer from Roxby, including the extensive Cleveland Way and the Tour of Yorkshire. Perched just outside of the village is Borrowby Equestrian Centre, where you can enjoy rides out across the moor, as well as pub rides in the summer months. Be sure to bring your camera as Manor House Farm Cottage is set in a haven for wildlife, so you will be sure to get some fantastic shots to remember your trip by! Venture to the nearby town of Staithes, where you can brush up on the local history at the Captain Cook and Staithes Museum, which details the history of how the famous captain worked in the ton before setting out to sea. Sample fresh sea food at the fabulous Cod & Lobster restaurant, as you enjoy views of the pier and sea. Take the short drive to Saltburn-by-the-Sea, which has the delightful Saltburn Miniature Railway, the Saltburn Cliff Tramway which will take you down to the bustling pier and gloriously sandy beach, where you can paddle the shores, savour fresh fish and chips with the sand between your toes or lose yourself in your favourite book. Foodies will delight at the superb selection of eateries on offer as well as the annual food festival which takes place in July, monthly farmers markers and the popular Seaview Restaurant being featured on the BBC’s show ‘Remarkable Places to Eat’, it is a Mecca for foodies. Next stop is the seaside town of Whitby, home to the ruined gothic Whitby Abbey, which was the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s famous vampire, Dracula. The town boasts its own Dracula experience where you can explore the tale’s history through animated scenes and live actors. There is also The Captain Cook Memorial Museum, which is set in the former home of the captain, here you can delve into his life and learn more about his voyages.

Resting along the scenic North Yorkshire coast is the welcoming seaside village of Staithes, well-known among walkers for its clifftop paths which offer superb views out to the sea and beyond. Within the village you will find a great selection of pubs and restaurants, perfect for grabbing a bite eat after a day at the beach, as well as shops and an rnli lifeboat station. Staithes also plays host to the annual Art and Heritage Festival, making for a great outing.

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