Sunny Side

Customer rating

4.6★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

23 Customer Review(s)

Avril
September 2026

“A real gem of a place to stay ,so very clean and comfortable for are needs ,the location could not have been better to explore the area ,of all Sykes property's iv stayed at this is one of the very best and the first ill definitely return to .”

However a few minor issues need attention ,the door lock we struggled with ,the coat hooks kept falling off the wall,there was no initial supply of logs left .we would also have appreciated a little Radio , the weather was lovely and we had a brilliant holiday so Thankyou so very much . ,,Deb's and Avril .

However a few minor issues need attention ,the door lock we struggled with ,the coat hooks kept falling off the wall,there was no initial supply of logs left .we would also have appreciated a little Radio , the weather was lovely and we had a brilliant holiday so Thankyou so very much . ,,Deb's and Avril .

- Avril, September 2026
Alison September 2026

“Lovely comfortable cottage, everything you would need for a holiday.”

We love the area, especially Runswick beach our favourite for fossil hunting. We will returning again .

- Alison, September 2026
Susanne September 2026

“Sunny Side is beautiful, and we loved it.”

Close to several wonderful beaches and villages. My sister fell in love with the kitchen and we were both enamoured with the bathroom and shower room tiles. The comfortable beds gave us both good nights sleep. One small point, we ratchet up 157 years between us, and a non-slip mat, or a safety handle, in the bathroom would have been welcome. Everything else was great. We'd love to return next year.

- Susanne, September 2026
Martyn September 2026

“We found the cottage to be beautifully decorated with lots of homely touches such as pictures and quirky ornaments.”

It was warm and comfortable and the heating system was very efficient. The downstairs shower was excellent and easy to use. The kitchen was very well designed with stylish appliances and a light and airy eating area. The beds were comfortable and the towels and curtains etc were of excellent quality. The only criticisms are the state of the duvet in the small bedroom which was grubby looking and filled with feathers which might cause some allergy problems. Also table mats you could wipe clean would be good. The door is difficult to open until you get the knack. That said we loved it so much we have already booked for next year! The nearby pub for great meals was a bonus.

- Martyn, September 2026
Alistair August 2026

“It's a great little cottage in a perfect location for Runswick Bay.”

The beds were very comfy!

- Alistair, August 2026
Beth July 2026

“Lovely cottage in the beautiful village of Runswick Bay.”

Comfortable inside and we appreciated the parking space outside and garden with 2 young children. Steep hill to the beach but there is a car park at the bottom which is an option if you have little ones

- Beth, July 2026
Celia July 2026

“The only criticism we have is that we couldn’t get the main oven to work.”

However, we were able to use the top oven which fortunately met our needs. We had a very good week’s holiday in Sunny Side.

- Celia, July 2026
Gillian June 2026

“Bath mat and blind needed in the bathroom.”

Windows not v good as original. Front garden needs to be cleared for the parking. Ie weeds and Holly bush could do with cutting back so you can open your car rear door.

- Gillian, June 2026
Susan Jane June 2026

“We loved Sunny Side cottage.”

The location was perfect, a short walk from the beach and coastal path and close to the fantastic bus service which ran regularly from Whitby to Middlesbrough with many stops in-between. The beds were comfy and the small garden perfect for meals outside and areas of sun and shade. The nearby Runswick Bay Hotel serves good food and we enjoyed meals out in Staithes and Whitby too. We love this area of Yorkshire with it's mix of Moors and coastline.

- Susan Jane, June 2026
Glenys May 2026

“Cottage very comfortable, suited us very well.”

2 loos, brill shower cubicle very good and easy to use,would not hesitate to stay at sunny side again also good food just down the road at Runswick bay hotel.

- Glenys, May 2026
Christine April 2026

“Good place for the beach Good bus sevice every 30min to whitby Nice and quiet ...”

Good place for the beach Good bus sevice every 30min to whitby Nice and quiet to rax in garden at night Location is good for coastal towns via car or bus And close to clevland walks

- Christine, April 2026

Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay. We feel like the house has the perfect balance between access to the beach and walks on the Cleveland Way We’re especially glad you were able to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet of the garden in the evenings - that’s exactly the kind of experience we hope our guests have. We’d love to welcome you back again in the future! Property Owner
Mike November 2025

“We enjoyed our autumnal few days by the sea.”

The location was right for us with excellent bus service. Pub was closed during the week. Shame. The Ellerby was a suitable alternative. The cottage was cosy, lovely log burner, but we couldn't find the key to the shed for more logs. For heath and safety, an anti-slip bath mat for the shower upstairs is required and I agree, another stair handrail would be good; the stairs are a little steep. I also agree that the front door lock was awkward. On arrival we nearly rang the helpline until we realised the top key turned anti clockwise which I hadn't expected. The door handle then needed a shake and a little push. After a long journey it was disconcerting. Double glazed windows would not only help prevent the condensation but also help reduce energy costs.

- Mike, November 2025
Bernard October 2025

“All in all we found sunny Side in Runswick Bay quite comfortably the kitchen was very well equipped with an electric cooker /Fridge freezer /Dishwasher etc, The down stairs shower & toilet were well maintained has was the one upstairs, The beds were clean and very comfortable with plenty of storage space for cloths, In the lounge area there were a wall mounted T.”

V with very modern electric type wall mounted heaters the furniture was comfortable our only slight criticism was the stairs could have done with another hand rail? We found when cooking etc the down stairs windows which weren't double glazed & caused the windows to be affected with heavy condensation maybe a dehumidifier would probably sort this out? We did enjoy our stay would I book this terraced house again yes I would.

- Bernard, October 2025
Kate September 2025

“Very comfortable quiet cottage with everything we needed.”

Super part of Yorkshire with walks from the door or good road network for travel to wider area. Also benefits from 1/2 hourly bus services to main tourist areas. Very welcoming hotel with delicious menu just 1 minutes walk from the door. We would not hesitate to return.

- Kate, September 2025
Miles August 2025

“I had a lovely stay at Sunny Side.”

The location was perfect for a walk to the beach, and the bus stop is a moments walk away. The garden and patio were lovely. The plum loaf and Yorkshire tea were welcome after a long drive.

- Miles, August 2025
Lynn August 2025

“We enjoyed our stay at Sunny Side as it is in an ideal spot!”

The property is quite adequately stocked and was very clean. The downstairs shower was fine but I feel that the property would definitely benefit from having a shower fitted over the bath upstairs and perhaps fit a mirror in the back bedroom.

- Lynn, August 2025
Pat July 2025

“Property very comfortable and it had everything we wanted and needed.”

Admire them for the colour of carpet as it seems difficult to keep pristine but by no means dirty. We would book again if we were going to be in the area

- Pat, July 2025
Naomi July 2025

“Sunny Side is a little gem.”

Fantastic location to enjoy the very pretty village of Runswick Bay with the benefit of off street parking. The cottage is clean and tidy with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Very comfortable beds. The property maximises the space it has. As there were just 2 of us staying in the house there was more than enough space but for 4 adults it may feel a little cosy. In the lounge there is an armchair and a 3 seater sofa but perhaps a 2 seater sofa instead of the armchair or an additional armchair would allow for more relaxed living space. The main bedroom is spacious but the back bedroom is small with a small double bed - ideal for one person but you may need to store some items in the main bedroom if there are 2 of you staying in there. There are 2 toilets in the property and a downstairs shower room and I think from previous feedback the owner has said they are intending to put a shower in upstairs which will be great. Overall we loved Sunny Side

- Naomi, July 2025
Margaret June 2025

“On arrival at Sunnyside we were surprised at the amount of weeds growing in both the border and the gravel on the front.”

We had a problem opening the front door, it was extremely tricky, and initially thought we would have to call the help number. Eventually we managed to get inside. Property clean and in a great position to get the bus . Runswick Bay hotel good food and drinks! Sheet on bed didn’t fit and needed adjusting during the night!

- Margaret, June 2025

Dear Margaret, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback following your stay at Sunnyside. We genuinely appreciate all comments as they help us improve the experience we offer our guests. We're sorry to hear about the issues you encountered on arrival, particularly with the weeds in the front garden and the difficulty opening the front door. We'll be addressing both of these concerns immediately with our maintenance team to ensure they’re resolved for future guests. We're also sorry to hear that the bed sheet didn’t stay in place during the night. We do use fitted sheets on all our beds, so this shouldn't have been an issue - we’ll investigate this with housekeeping to make sure everything is being prepared correctly. Although you mentioned the property was clean, we noticed that the cleanliness rating was still marked down. We strive for 100% in this area, so we’d really appreciate any further insight into what we could have done better to fully meet your expectations. Any further comments on the accuracy of the listing, comfort, and facilities would also be greatly appreciated as we want to improve in these areas too. On a positive note, we’re glad you enjoyed the food at the Runswick Bay Hotel - it's a lovely pub with a great atmosphere! We hope you’ll consider staying with us again, and thank you once more for your valuable feedback. Tom Property Owner
Ruth May 2025

“There were a few items missing in the kitchen , ( I was so looking forward to making a pot of coffee- but no cafetière) - which would make a good cottage a great cottage .”

These have been highlighted to the owner & they can quickly be rectified . The decor in the bathroom / shower has been mentioned previously: they are however , both great facilities & do what is needed . The house is in a brilliant location for exploring the North Yorkshire coast & moors .

- Ruth, May 2025

Thank you so much for your helpful feedback. I'm pleased to let you know that we have now made some small improvements by adding various items to the kitchen - including a cafetière. We have also updated the welcome pack to include some local produce which will hopefully enhance guests first impressions and experience. We are really pleased that you enjoyed the location - we do believe it to be a very special place with so much to offer. Many thanks, Tom Property Owner
Sidney April 2025

“Most of the accommodation has been refurbished to a very high standard.”

Cutlery, plates, kettle and toaster were new but some of the white goods and the downstairs shower had not been updated but were acceptable. The location was excellent. Runswick Bay is stunning; a beautiful beach and a chance to go fossil hunting at low tide. The Runswick Bay Hotel is close by and provides excellent food. There is a half hourly bus service almost outside the door, and we could easily get to Whitby in One Direction and Saltburn in the other thus, avoiding the parking problems there might be in nearby busy resorts. The bus was free for us as we are pensioners.

- Sidney, April 2025

Hi Sidney. Many thanks for your feedback. As a new property on the holiday let market, we really appreciate it. If there are any further points you could make on anything that didn’t quite work/ways to improve then that would be great to know! In terms of cleanliness, can I ask what let it down slightly? We use a professional cleaning company so it would be useful to feedback to them where they could improve. The cooker has now been replaced and we have plans to replace the upstairs bathroom. We appreciate that a downstairs shower isn’t ideal so we’re adding a second one upstairs. Many thanks, Tom Property Owner
Alison April 2025

“We loved our stay in the cottage and area.”

Lovely touches to the decor with good garden space, great for rabbit watching. Downstairs shower a bit of a squeeze but did the job and very clean. We were told whilst travelling that the cooker had broke down and so Tom provided a 2 ring electric plug in hob and made an extra journey to drop off an air fryer too which was all appreciated. We did spend more on eating out but it didn't impact our stay, so thanks. Good buses locally and the coastal walk to Staithes is a must to eat in the Cod and Lobster

- Alison, April 2025
Adam April 2025

“We had a lovely stay in sunny side!”

Location was brilliant at the top of the hill, with pubs nearby and short (steep!) walk down to the beach. Cottage was really clean, facilities were great and would definitely stay again. Runswick bay is lovely!! Had a be very minor issue (we are fussy!) that the hosts responded to immediately, so can’t ask for more than that.

- Adam, April 2025

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x small double
Bathroom with bath, basin, WC
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, WC
Kitchen/diner
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Central heating
Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
TV, WiFi
Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for 1 car
Rear garden with patio and lawn
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 2 miles, pub 0.3 miles, beach 0.3 miles
Note: Steps up to lawn in garden

The property

Sunny Side is a lovely cottage resting in Runswick near Staithes in the North York Moors National Park, just a short walk to a pub and beach.

Whitby 8.7 miles.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

RUNSWICK BAY

Staithes 2 miles; Whitby 9 miles; Saltburn-by-the-Sea 10 miles.

The historic fishing village of Runswick Bay is without doubt one of the true gems of the Yorkshire Coast, if not the whole of the UK. This picturesque SE-facing village situated 9 miles from Whitby sits in a beautiful sheltered sandy-beached bay backed by spectacular cliffs and moorland scenery. Relatively un-commercialised and with vehicular traffic restricted, the village provides the perfect setting in which to relax and unwind. Relish in taking long walks on either the sandy beach or along the Cleveland Way on the clifftop above. There is much to do in the local area, whether it's visiting Whitby with its famous Abbey, Staithes with its pretty shops, cafes and superb art gallery, or touring the dramatic North York Moors. The lower village houses a local inn serving food along with a spectacularly situated cafe, whilst nearby Hinderwell provides 2 inns, a fish and chip shop, a local butchers and a garage/petrol station. A Co-op is situated at Staithes 2 miles away.

Note: Driveway to the property has a ramp leading onto the gravel to park and low cars should be cautious of this.

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Reviews & Ratings

“A real gem of a place to stay ,so very clean and comfortable for are needs ,the location could not have been better to explore the area ,of all Sykes property's iv stayed at this is one of the very best and the first ill definitely return to .”

“Lovely comfortable cottage, everything you would need for a holiday.”

“Sunny Side is beautiful, and we loved it.”

“We found the cottage to be beautifully decorated with lots of homely touches such as pictures and quirky ornaments.”

“It's a great little cottage in a perfect location for Runswick Bay.”

“Lovely cottage in the beautiful village of Runswick Bay.”

“The only criticism we have is that we couldn’t get the main oven to work.”

“Bath mat and blind needed in the bathroom.”

“We loved Sunny Side cottage.”

“Cottage very comfortable, suited us very well.”

“Good place for the beach Good bus sevice every 30min to whitby Nice and quiet ...”

“We enjoyed our autumnal few days by the sea.”

“Very comfortable quiet cottage with everything we needed.”

“I had a lovely stay at Sunny Side.”

“We enjoyed our stay at Sunny Side as it is in an ideal spot!”

“Property very comfortable and it had everything we wanted and needed.”

“Sunny Side is a little gem.”

“On arrival at Sunnyside we were surprised at the amount of weeds growing in both the border and the gravel on the front.”

“There were a few items missing in the kitchen , ( I was so looking forward to making a pot of coffee- but no cafetière) - which would make a good cottage a great cottage .”

“Most of the accommodation has been refurbished to a very high standard.”

“We loved our stay in the cottage and area.”

“We had a lovely stay in sunny side!”

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The property

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About the location

RUNSWICK BAY