Shrubberies Cottage is a charming place to stay

In a beautiful secluded location this detached Grade II listed cottage nestles in a small village on the edge North York Moors National Park. Truly delightful retaining its original charm and character with exposed beams, original Yorkshire Range, has been complemented with a blend of country and contemporary style furnishings offering comfortable accommodation. Quiet location, cosy cottage, open fire and underfloor heating. Host available by phone Country pub within walking distance serving food with a good choice of shops and a leisure centre in Loftus. Sandy beaches at Staithes, Saltburn, Runswick Bay and Sandsend and the Ancient fishing port of Whitby all just a short drive away Shops 10 minutes drive away. Found on North Yorkshire's east coast, Whitby is a picturesque seaside town brimming with maritime history and rich cultural heritage. Surrounded by the North York Moors National Park and beautiful coastline, the town and its nearby areas are brimming with attractions. Nestled in valley at the mouth of the Esk River, Whitby is a great place to visit, with steep winding streets and little boutique shops selling local delicacies and handicrafts. Built on both river banks, it is unified by its landmark swing bridge that spans the water. Visit the port where Captain Cook first took to the seas, the harbour framed by Grade II listed piers, each with its own lighthouse. Explore the Whitby Abbey ruins, home to the ancient poet Caedmon and St Mary's Church, which dominate the east bank; climb the 199 'Church Steps' to reach the graveyard on the cliff top. The coastline is a part of the 'Jurassic Coast', renowned for its fossils. In Whitby, fossilised dinosaur footprints are found imprinted on the beach. To see a larger selection of local fossils, visit the Rotunda Museum in nearby Scarborough. Whitby is small but culturally rich. There are museums, art galleries and also the Pavilion Theatre that hosts a range of events in the summer and the Bram Stoker Film Festival every October. A place of literary traditions it was, amongst other things, used as the setting for 'Dracula'. There is a yearly regatta every August and numerous sea and land activities for adventurers, from the Cleveland Way to windsurfing and diving off the shore Train station at Saltburn Danby and the North Yorkshire Moors Railway at Whitby Dog friendly accept 2. Enquire re more