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Waterloo Cottage Annexe

Ruswarp near Whitby, North York Moors & Coast (Ref. 12240)

Customer rating

4.9★

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Yorkshire Coastal Cottages rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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152 Customer Review(s)

  • Alison

    “An absolutely delightful cottage in a beautiful and peaceful setting.”

    Very nicely presented with clean, comfortable furnishings and a well equipped kitchen. The garden is very pretty with ample furniture for sitting and eating out next to the river (watch out for the mozzies!) Very short drive into Whitby for the NYMR, the Abbey and a slow stroll through the old town to the harbour. Lots of pretty independent cafés and coffee shops to frequent, along with jewellers for the famous Whitby jet and of course you cannot visit without trying the delicious fish and ...

    Very nicely presented with clean, comfortable furnishings and a well equipped kitchen. The garden is very pretty with ample furniture for sitting and eating out next to the river (watch out for the mozzies!) Very short drive into Whitby for the NYMR, the Abbey and a slow stroll through the old town to the harbour. Lots of pretty independent cafés and coffee shops to frequent, along with jewellers for the famous Whitby jet and of course you cannot visit without trying the delicious fish and chips! Though we bring our own, we have always been greeted at other accommodation with the basics like tea, coffee, sugar and a pint of milk, there's none of that here (but there's a well put together list of local amenities including nearby supermarkets if you need to do a shop), but, all in all, we have to say that Waterloo Cottage Annex is one of the most delightfully situated places we have ever stayed, it's a credit to the owner and to Sykes. Absolutely recommend it.

    - Alison, June 2026
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Summary

  • All ground floor
  • One double bedroom
  • Shower room with shower, basin and WC
  • Small fitted kitchen
  • Sitting room with sofa bed, dining area and woodburner
  • Small conservatory/porch.
  • Gas central heating with woodburner in sitting room
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, slimline dishwasher, TV with FreeSat,Wifi, DVD, radio
  • Fuel & power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off road parking for 1 car
  • Lawned garden alongside river banks with furniture
  • River access for kayaks/canoes
  • One well-behaved dog welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop and pub 5 mins walk
  • Note: This property is accessed via 5 steps
  • Note: The garden of this property runs alongside the river banks and is unfenced.

The property

An attractive, single-storey property, adjoining the owners' holiday home, situated on the banks of the River Esk in Ruswarp village.

Traditionally furnished and decorated, this Ruswarp cottage provides desirable accommodation for couples wishing to stay in a tranquil riverside setting, but within easy reach of the lively seaside town of Whitby.

The spacious sitting room takes in lovely views over the river and offers a cosy woodburner for cooler evenings, whilst the small kitchen opens onto a porch/conservatory with additional seating overlooking the garden.

Outside this Ruswarp cottage, a lawned garden runs alongside the river banks, a delightful place to sit, relax and watch the abundance of wildlife - including seals that are regularly seen swimming upstream.

This Ruswarp cottage has the added benefit of river access, so guests are able to bring canoes and kayaks.

Ruswarp village has excellent facilities, including a renowned butcher's, a local inn serving real ales and food and a village shop.

Steam trains regularly pass by in the summer months and a public footpath offers a pleasant walk into Whitby, with its famous abbey, good beaches and historic harbour.

Why not climb the 199 steps up to St. Mary's church and take an invigorating cliff top walk, or explore the quaint, narrow streets and cobbled market place?

With the spectacular scenery of the North York Moors close by and the dramatic coastline to discover, this Ruswarp cottage provides an ideal base.

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About the location

RUSWARP

Whitby 1.5 miles; Sandsend 2.5 miles, Robin Hood's Bay 6 miles.

Situated just 1.5 miles inland from Whitby, the small village of Ruswarp lies on the River Esk, with old stone cottages lining the main street. Ruswarp has excellent amenities, including a local pub with hand-pulled real ales, a village shop and a renowned local butcher. The Esk Valley Walk runs through the village, and it is an easy 25 minute walk to the centre of Whitby. Ruswarp has a regular bus service, and the single track railway has regular steam trains running through! Enjoy an hour’s boating on the river, take a ride on the miniature train, feed the local ducks, or enjoy a snack at the tea room. A perfect location for exploring the surrounding coastline and the dramatic North York Moors.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute

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