St Hilda's Cottage | Hinderwell | North York Moors And Coast

4.5★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Hot tub
Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside

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* Based on a combined average customer score

91 Customer Review(s)

Lynn
July 2024

“Had a fantastic stay at St Hilda's Cottage with the grandkids and everything you could need was provided.”

The weather was brilliant and the hot tub was a firm favourite for all of us!! Debbie was amazing and dealt with any queries quickly, even down to getting a new oven installed within 24hrs!! Will definitely be coming back

The weather was brilliant and the hot tub was a firm favourite for all of us!! Debbie was amazing and dealt with any queries quickly, even down to getting a new oven installed within 24hrs!! Will definitely be coming back

- Lynn, July 2024
Bridget June 2024

“Beautiful cottage, very clean and cosy.”

Attention to detail. Staff very friendly and always ask when they saw us ' if everything was OK ' Beautiful walks at your doorstep

- Bridget, June 2024
Tracey June 2024

“Brilliant stayed lots time stayed with best friends this time shared cottage .”

Debbie is great. Staying in 2 weeks again for our 30th anniversary. Tracey x Paul.

- Tracey, June 2024
Catherine June 2024

“We had an issue on the first night that was swiftly dealt with by Debbie and the owner.”

The cottage was a perfect honeymoon location and the staff were warm and welcoming We will return to the cottages as they are ideal to explore the local area

- Catherine, June 2024
Caroline May 2024

“A very well-appointed cottage in a lovely little complex.”

Lots of living space, big and well laid-out kitchen area. Really enjoyed the hot tub! Our few minor issues with the property were very quickly dealt with by Debbie when we reported them. Would come again!

- Caroline, May 2024
Tammy May 2024

“Couldn’t fault our stay at all.”

Lady on reception ( Debbie I think!) was lovely couldn't do enough for us very welcoming, the cottage it’s self was beautiful and fully equipped. ( slightly over packed don’t fetch, tea, coffee,washing up liquid, cloths , kitchen roll, toilet rolls ect…!) hot tub was well maintained . Lots to do around the area, was sad to leave. Would recommend to anyone.

- Tammy, May 2024
Amanda April 2024

“The property was modern , comfortable and luxurious.”

Everything was to a high standard. Lovely hot tub, welcome pack with milk, luxury biscuits etc just made it extra special. We went for our mini moon and it honestly couldn’t have been better. We love the area , and the cottage was the perfect base for us to walk, explore, see some beautiful scenery and eat amazing food.

- Amanda, April 2024
Kim March 2024

“St. Hildas Cottage has a lovely home from home feel about it.”

We loved it from the moment we walked in. The hot tub was a bonus for our aching legs after we had been out with our dog Buddy. Great location for walking the Cleveland way and plenty of other places a little way in the car if you don't fancy walking. We were made very welcome by the site manager Debbie, a very lovely helpful lady. Very informative. Lovely food at the Badger Hounds worth a visit. All in all we had a lovely break, just what the doctor ordered, Thank you St. Hildas Complex

- Kim, March 2024
Alex March 2024

“After getting two flat tyres on the days leading up to staying in St Hilda's Cottage, it is safe to say I was very stressed before arriving.”

When I arrived, all those stresses instantly melted away. I was greeted by the lovely host who showed us to the accommodation. The cottage itself was lovely and warm on arrival with complimentary snacks. The main bed was incredibly comfortable and the hot tub in the back garden was a lovely addition. Would highly recommend it.

- Alex, March 2024
Lisa September 2023

“Everything perfect”

- Lisa, September 2023
Kay July 2023

“This is a beautiful and outstanding complex of varying properties.”

In a beautiful quiet location. Facilities were comfortable and clean and staff were available for advice and queries. I will be going there again to try some of the other rooms available.

- Kay, July 2023
Emma July 2023

“Beautiful cottage.”

Wonderful welcome and service, showing us all the details. Lovely touches with fresh eggs and milk on arrival. Really nice peaceful location. 10 minute walk to the Cleveland Way. Bed a bit squidy for me, but that's probably personal preference. Would not stop us from returning.

- Emma, July 2023
Murray July 2023

“Great holiday cottage.”

Cottage is part of a wider complex. We were well looked after and the cottage is great. Considering it is pet friendly it is in really good condition. We had a very good week here.

- Murray, July 2023
Amanda June 2023

“The property is great with a fully equipped kitchen, large living room space and enclosed garden at the back of the property.”

- Amanda, June 2023
Susan June 2023

“Loved the cottage, but if you have any form of disability this place wount suit ...”

Loved the cottage, but if you have any form of disability this place wount suit you, sink in bathroom to high to be able to use it properly, hand rail in bathroom badly needed, hand rails near hot tub needed as well, a roof over hot tub would be a great thing to add , this would stop bits failing in tub and give you more previous from caravan at back of garden, Debbie the owner was amazing, she couldn’t do enough to help us, seanery around this part of the country amazing, some really strap hills everywhere you go so you will need to be able to walk up hills

- Susan, June 2023
John June 2023

“Where to start, just got home from a fantastic holiday at St Hilda's cottage, Debbie and her staff were great couldn't do enough for you, as for the cottage, what a great location, very clean and comfortable, hot tub was a major bonus.”

We would recommend The Badger and Hounds for food plus only 5 mins walk away. Everything is on your door step or a short drive away. Great place and again great location, would highly recommend and hope to go back soon.

- John, June 2023
Theresa June 2023

“The cottage is listed as detached but it isn’t at all, and we would not have booked if we had known.”

Having said that, it was a beautiful, clean cottage with everything you could want . The hot tub was particularly welcome, as was the enclosed garden for our dog. It’s in a lovely village with links to some great beaches. The cottage was absolutely spotless, a real home from home. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for dog friendly with hot tub in the coast

- Theresa, June 2023
Matthew May 2023

“Our stay at Hildas Cottage was lovely.”

The cottage is situated in a fantastic location just a 5min walk from the coastal path, and both Staithes and Runswick were easily reachable with the kids and dog in tow. The bus stop outside the cottage was also perfect for a day trip to Whitby! The village of Hinderwell has a fantastic butchers and the Badgers Hound pub served lovely food. The cottage itself is perfectly fine with plenty of room for a family of four. It is clean and comfortable with everything required to make our stay pleasant. Not to mention fresh eggs every day picked straight from the chicken pen :) A couple of minor criticisms are that, the decor generally appears to be dated and tired, especially when compared to the other cottages in the complex, however we knew this when booking so cant really complain. There is also a lack of clothes storage, especially in the second bedroom which had no wardrobe for hanging any of our teenagers clothes. The largest disappointment however related to the hot tub (which was one of the main reasons we booked this specific cottage), which was not cleaned during our 7 day stay. This meant that after 4-5 days the water was simply not safe for us to use. We did raise this with Debbie who added some additional chemicals, however this had little effect and meant we weren't able to use the tub for the last 2 days of our stay. When we've stayed at other lodges/cottages with a hot tub it has been cleaned on a daily basis, something I would suggest needs to be taken on board at St Hilda's?? All in all a pleasant stay, and Debbie who looked after us was truly pleasant and lovely. We'll definitely be back to explore more of the area, however truth be told, we will probably try somewhere different for our next stay.

- Matthew, May 2023
Paul April 2023

“Absolutely brilliant complex, the cottage was lovely and our daughter loved the hot tub which was clean and warm.”

Coastal walk literally just up the road and the local pub is amazing. You have to try the parmo's they make. Debbie was the five star element of the stay. Absolutely lovely and couldn't do enough to help. We would definitely stay again

- Paul, April 2023
Caroline April 2023

“We have just had our second visit to this property.”

We love it. Debbie is fantastic she makes you feel very welcome and gives lots of great recommendations for the local area. The cottage has everything you need and more. It's impeccably clean and the hot tub is amazing. The location is fantastic to visit different seaside resorts and beaches. It's amazing if you want to take a dog en closed back and some superb beaches near by that are dog friendly especially between October to May. Debbie will go above and beyond to make your stay special fresh eggs fresh flowers are just a few of the special touches she makes. Any problems you may have she sorts immediately. We will be back love this coast line . We feel relaxed after a great week.

- Caroline, April 2023
Nicola October 2022

“Loved our stay!”

The cottage was much larger than the photos. They don’t do the house justice! The complex was impeccable. The cute Halloween touches were brilliant too…although the werewolf made me double take ever time I looked out of the kitchen window

- Nicola, October 2022
Sam October 2022

“Having found the cottage (thinking it would be set on its own) it’s actually part of a holiday complex of other accommodation.”

The setting is lovely though and the cottage itself very clean and spacious. Really comfortable bed and the hot tub, even in October was a pleasure to use. A lovely coastal walk from the base to both Staithes and Runswick Bay, and The Badger Hounds on the high street do lovely food. Will definitely look to return if holidaying in the area in the future.

- Sam, October 2022
Simon September 2022

“This is a fantastic property, the bed in the main bedroom is so comfortable.”

The hot tub is perfect for unwinding in. Everything you need for a relaxing stay is provided. Debbie on site is a perfect hostess and can provide information for restaurants, pubs & places to visit, she's a real asset to St Hilda's.

- Simon, September 2022
Sharon July 2022

“Fabulous stay at St Hilda's Cottage.”

The cottage was spotlessly clean and furnished with good quality furniture, kitchen was well stocked with plenty of good quality utensils and crockery, the power shower in the bathroom was lovely and the beds where very comfortable! We appreciated the hot tub in the back garden and little courtyard in front of the cottage was ideal for evening drinks! We where made to feel very welcome by Debbie the manager and her team Kerry and Amy, nothing was too much trouble. Our young pup was welcomed too and she had plenty of space to play and run around in on the complex. We'd reccomended St Hilda's complex as a great place to stay and would like to return in the future.

- Sharon, July 2022
Robert May 2022

“24 hours after arrival before got tub hot.”

..on web site detached cottage but actually end of terrace would not have booked if known...cooker filthy .no not water in bath only warm had to boil kettle several times to top it up .. And to top it off when seated in the back garden ,rats appeared from under the decking hence left before end of holiday ...very disappointing..if anyone takes any notice of these facts i hope a partial refund is offered on my £950 holiday

- Robert, May 2022
Jim April 2022

“A great little site Staff are very friendly and helpful.”

property is clean well equiped only negative i found was the little garden area could do with a tidy up even a hour or two would make all the difference but its nothing to complain about really. i would revisit again we loved it so much. Debby needs a special mention she was always cheerful and greeted you with a smile and always ready to answer and questions and fix and problems (we locked ourselfs out )

- Jim, April 2022
Keith April 2022

“This was far the best cottage we have ever had it was beautiful”

- Keith, April 2022
Rachel April 2022

“Absolutely amazing cottage and enjoyed every minute.”

The owners were so lovely and provided fresh eggs every day! We are certainly thinking of rebooking this next year!

- Rachel, April 2022
Tanya February 2022

“We made a account with skyecottages especially to book this cottage after searching and looking at many in the same area.”

We booked this cottage as our honeymoon and the location was perfect for us , Debbie who runs St Hilda's cottage and complex is lovely and greeted us as we drove in, she gave my husband a tour of the cottage and how to work everything and said if we need anything you have my number. The cottage was always warm and cozy. Plenty of comfortable seating , my husband soon discovered that one of the chairs was a lazy boy and he was in that every evening. The beds was super comfy and we all slept well, usually I take a couple of nights to adjust to a new bed. The hot tub is amazing and going in it at night while star gazing is now one of my favourite things The garden is secure so we didn't have to worry about letting our dog out alone in while when she wanted to go out. We are hoping to re book and come back next year

- Tanya, February 2022
Carly February 2022

“Have a lovely time ,will definitely be returning and Debbie was very accommodating”

- Carly, February 2022
Michael January 2022

“We stayed in the last week of January.”

Cottage is exactly as described, great layout and really warm, we had to turn the heating down regularly even for the time of year. Bedrooms and bathroom all good sizes and very comfy. Free netflix on the t.v. Debbie is an excellent host, greeted us on arrival, showed us around the cottage and told us how to find all the local pet friendly eating places and places to go sightseeing. Hot tub is a bonus. Would definitely return.

- Michael, January 2022
Ian December 2021

“Lovely cottage in a beautiful area with nice walks.”

Badger Hounds pub close by for good food in a nice environment. Hot tub was more than welcome and we were well looked after by Debbie

- Ian, December 2021
Oliver November 2021

“Had an amazing weeks stay in St Hilda’s Cottage during mid November.”

The cottage is situated on a complex with a boutique hotel and a couple of other self catering properties and whilst we saw other residents, there was no disturbance from any noise. The complex manager Debbie went above and beyond to make sure our stay was as comfortable as possible, delivering fresh eggs during our stay and even gave us a quick tour of the hotel to view some of the amazing rooms they have on site. The cottage had everything we could ask for, 2 ample sized double bedrooms, an open plan kitchen/living room/dining area, large bathroom with a powerful shower and a very welcome hot tub in the garden outside to relax in after a day walking. There was outside table and chairs and even a pizza oven but, due to the time of year we stayed, these were unused by ourselves. The kitchen was both clean and well equipped and the living room came complete with reclining sofa & armchair and a large smart TV. The cottage is located just a few minute walk to the Cleveland Way coastal path midway between Runswick Bay and Staithes with a stunning walk in both directions. Whitby and Saltburn are both just a short car journey away. We enjoyed amazing meals out at No 20 Restaurant and The Badger Hounds, both just 2-3 minute walk but I would advise booking well in advance for both. For sea food lovers, Whitby Crab Company is just down the road in Staithes with amazing dressed crab, lobster and smoked fish and for kippers there’s no better than Fortune’s in Whitby. I’m certain we’ll be back, we couldn’t fault the cottage, location or the amazing local food choices. Finally, be aware that this property changed hands during the early part of 2021 so be mindful to disregard any negative reviews prior to this time.

- Oliver, November 2021
Gail October 2021

“Fantastic holiday with great onsite support from the complex manager Debbie.”

The location was perfect and the fact that we could enjoy it all with our four legged friend made it even better.

- Gail, October 2021
Sandra September 2021

“THE COTTAGE WAS ON A COMPLEX.”

IT IS A GOOD BASE FOR THE AREA. VISITING THE VILLAGES AROUND AND BEACHES ETC.VILLAGE PUBS ONLY OPEN SHORT TIME. IF AT ALL. WE HAD A FEW ISSUES WITH THE COTTAGE. DEBBIE OUR HOST WAS MADE AWAY OF THEM AND THESE WILL BE RESOVLED. WE HAD GOOD BREAK .

- Sandra, September 2021
Susan September 2021

“Made to feel very welcome nothing was too much trouble Debbie is an excellent ...”

Made to feel very welcome nothing was too much trouble Debbie is an excellent site manager would thoroughly recommend any properties on the site we will be back soon we hope great location

- Susan, September 2021
Jill September 2021

“We were a little concerned after reviewing some of the previous reviews online however we were delighted with the cottage and the service provided on site.”

The hot tub did have some temperature issues however the team on site resolved the issue for us and we spent time in the tub daily. It was on a lovely complex with 5 cottages of differing sizes and a house providing B & B facilities. The complex came with great support from the Manager, Debbie, who could not have been more helpful. Fresh eggs were delivered to our door every other day. Would definitely return.

- Jill, September 2021
Samantha August 2021

“Holiday cottage is part of a complex that is not made clear in the description, the cottage on whole is clean and tidy, nowhere to store food as kitchen cupboards are full, unable to use freezer as iced up.”

Also believe they have a rodent problem, can hear them running around inside the walls, so many flies inside the place NOT coming from outside. Hot tub over chlorinated and pizza oven we was hoping to use over grown, fantastic position to visit the area, the lady who showed us around gave us some fresh eggs, milk and butter on our arrival, such a shame.

- Samantha, August 2021
Leonard July 2021

“Cottage was very comfortable .”

Advert did not do it justice very large kitchen living room.great hosts very helpful

- Leonard, July 2021
Tabetha June 2021

“Debbie the hostess was amazing and lovely local food left for us as a welcome.”

- Tabetha, June 2021
Christina June 2021

“Great cottage, couple of things it needs full length wardrobe or hanging space, ...”

Great cottage, couple of things it needs full length wardrobe or hanging space, clothes arier as no where to dry clothes, didn't realise it was in a complex this wasn't mentioned some other residents were quite noisy until early hours of morning other than that was comfy ,clean , great area to either explore or relax

- Christina, June 2021
James May 2021

“Excellent accommodation that made for a fabulous break.”

The team were all very helpful and helped make this a special trip.

- James, May 2021
Lesley April 2021

“First the con(s) Sykes listing says no internet which may put people off, but the internet is definitely available and effective :-) All the rest are pro's.”

I did a lot of research and couldn't understand the differing reviews. Glad I gave it the benefit of the doubt. We got stuck on the motorway for hours but Debbie rang to say the cottage was ready and to give her a call whatever time we got there. She was so welcoming, friendly and helpful and greeted us with fresh duck eggs. Then we enjoyed a hot tub and a drink to relax. Yes the hot tub cover needs replacing and it was explained that it has been on order but this in no way bothered us, just mention it in case others put it as a problem. The owners are continually changing and updating the complex of farm buildings and their design and ideas are inspirational. I wouldn't agree that the cottage is tired as others have said, although it isn't pristine, it is a holiday let, but it is lovely and we really enjoyed it. The only thing missing was an ice cube tray!! There was a lot of work (not intrusive in any way) in the farm complex both in the other holiday lets and the boutique B &B. I had a peek at the studios Marrakesh and Rekyavik which are both stunning (Marrakesh blew me away). Then had a look at the newly refurbed other lets and people are in for a real treat. All in all I couldn't have chosen better for my North Yorkshire experience, Debbie and the others were helpful and cheerful and St Hilda's cottage in the lovely village of Hinderwell was a lovely holiday.

- Lesley, April 2021
Kieron April 2021

“The cottage was very clean and spacious.”

It could do with a little TLC but overall cannot fault it especially for the price. The host was excellent really friendly and informative nothing was too much trouble

- Kieron, April 2021
Cara October 2020

“What a fabulous find.”

The cottage itself was clean and really cosy. Great kitchen space for cooking and loved the open plan. Lovely bedrooms and a huge bathroom. The hot tub was just idyllic after days walking on the beach. The garden was completely enclosed for my pooch who is an escape artist. Very accommodating hosts who had to climb over the fence after we managed to lock ourselves out. 5 minute walk from the badger and hounds which serves amazing pub food and was ultra friendly. Close to many of the east coasts best beaches so visited a different spot every day. Our only problem was that the pooch lost her wag after spraining her tail from over wagging. That’s how much she enjoyed it! Yes, a couple of kitchen cupboards are loose and there are a few carpet marks upstairs. But so what? It’s a cottage that accepts dogs so wear and tear is to be expected. It was pristine in every other way. Great place to rejuvenate.

- Cara, October 2020
Ray October 2020

“The cottage was very nice, we liked the layout, there were some minor faults but nothing to detrimental, needed a bit of TLC.”

The people who ran the cottage were nice friendly and helpful. very nice village and very good pubs.

- Ray, October 2020
Catherine September 2020

“After booking the cottage I read a really bad review so I was really nervous about going .”

.but I'm really glad to say that the cottage was beautiful..very spacious, very clean and very well equipped ..as in most places there were lots of wasps in the evening thus did prevent us from using the hot tub but hey ho it was no big deal ..location of the cottage was excellent

- Catherine, September 2020
Alison August 2020

“The cottage was as described although it is probably a few years since it was originally listed and is need of a little refurbishment.”

The photos show it as it should be but not quite as it is now after some years wear. However, comfortable stay & lovely hot tub. Easy reach of Staithes & Runswick Bay.

- Alison, August 2020
Sarah July 2020

“Beautiful spacious cottage, lovely hot tub.”

Comfortable beds. Only issues we had were the garden could of done with a quick jet wash and there could of been space to hang wet clothing but a very enjoyable week for a family with small children.

- Sarah, July 2020
Sarah December 2019

“The photos did not do this place justice.”

Stunning cottage with a great location and a hot tub too! Perfect for our family trip with the dog. Lots of walks around and close to pubs. We recommend the Brown Cow, 5 minutes walk away, for food and warm welcome. Will definitely look at returning at some point.

- Sarah, December 2019
Michael December 2019

“Our stay at St Hilda's Cottage was nothing short of brilliant.”

The proprietor, Dave, is a superb host. From the welcoming pack of tea, coffee, milk, mince pies, and a fully dressed Christmas tree, to the overall high standard of the cottage itself and its facilities, we felt right at home. The rear garden is completely private and is complete with hot tub, pizza oven, barbecue and table and chairs. With regard to the location, it is only 20 metres from the main road through Hinderwell itself, but is an haven away from the traffic. There is a supermarket 5 minutes drive away, there are plenty of local routes to walk dogs (our two loved their break) and there are two pubs, both dog friendly, within a 3 minute walk away, that have a superb selection of ales and serve good quality food. All in all, we would recommend St Hilda's Cottage to anyone who wants a hassle free break in a warm, comfortable, fully fitted house in a great location. A+++++

- Michael, December 2019
Rick November 2019

“On first impressions, the cottage appeared much bigger and nicer than the photos had suggested however it was not without it’s problems.”

Firstly, getting in touch with the owner was very difficult, they had only supplied a land line number and I failed to get hold of them on a number of occasions before our arrival. When I did contact them, it was to request a high chair and travel cot be available for us on arrival. We arrived after 7pm (past our 6 month old baby’s bed time) and were keen to get him to sleep. However there was no travel cot (or high chair) set up. A neighbour who showed us where the cottage was offered to get their travel cot for us but did not have a mattress. They managed to contact the owner who advised us that a travel cot was in a cupboard in the master bedroom. However there was still no mattress for this. We tried contacting the owner ourselves but they were unconcactable. Forutnately, we knew someone who lived in the village and they were able to let us borrow their mattress, otherwise our baby would have had nowhere to sleep. The rest of our experience at the cottage was pleasant enough however it did lack some finishing touches e.g. no dishwasher tablets, washing powder, salt, coffee etc. not essential items but ones which, in our experience, have always been provided. Both of the TVs did not work on arrival and I had to tune them in. A couple of lightbulbs did not work, including a bedside lamp and one of the lights in the bedroom started buzzing in the middle of the night and I had to remove a lightbulb to get it to stop. There is also a rather strange situation with the blinds on the upsstairs landing. They do not close properly, meaning anyone staying in the hotel next door can look up and see in to the property. Not great in the middle of the night when walking from the bedroom to the bathroom. Overall, it’s hard to say whether we would recommend it or not. With a little extra effort from the owner the property could have been amazing but a lack of attention to detail let it down somewhat.

- Rick, November 2019
Michelle October 2019

“The property is quirky and ideally placed with access to the coastal paths and 2 good pubs.”

It was warm and cosy and the hot tub was excellent. It would benefit from having a few more kitchen utensils for cooking in the big kitchen, and a short guide of how everything in the cottage works - we could not find the light switch for 1 group of lights despite searching all week! The phone signal was very weak, but the wifi was also weak and dropped out a lot - it is either worth investing in beefing up the wifi, or making it clear on the listing that it is very intermittent so that the booker can make a choice - with a teenager that is addicted to social media and watching stuff on youtube, better wifi would have been the cherry on top of this pleasant cottage.

- Michelle, October 2019
Traci October 2019

“Very comfortable cottage.”

very warm and cosey. Excellent location with spectacular walks to Staithes and Runswick Bay with regular bus services if you want to go further afield. It is semi-detached rather than detached but this was not a problem for us. Nice enclosed private garden and very quiet and love the hottub. Only issue was poor Wi-Fi signal however if you want to get away this is not a bad thing!!!

- Traci, October 2019
Terry September 2019

“Property appeared to be neglected.”

The sofa had been stitched up and was splitting at the seams. There were many lightbulbs not working, especially in the lounge/ dining area. The kitchen was ill-equipped, only one wine glass, mis-matched crockery, not enough utensils for self-catering, and apart from the fridge. there was nowhere to store food. The bathroom shower had restrictions, and the washbasin was leaking from the tap, and too high for most people to use. Also, when it rained, the bathroom ceiling leaked. The garden was shabby and the hot tub also. We did not want to use it, it looked to be neglected. The decking was very slippery. The owner appeared very friendly, but did not seem too bothered when advised about the leak in the bathroom. Overall, we feel the place was not up to the standard that we had expected for the amount paid.

- Terry, September 2019
Sharon Lesley September 2019

“Cottage in a lovely location but could do with some tlc as it’s looking a bit ...”

Cottage in a lovely location but could do with some tlc as it’s looking a bit shabby in places and the garden is neglected

- Sharon Lesley, September 2019
Penny August 2019

“The hot tub was unusable.”

There were cats across the yard upsetting our dog. The living area was cold and uncomfortable. The garden was dark with filthy decking and rubbish.

- Penny, August 2019
Jeff August 2019

“Property is listed as detached when it actually isn’t.”

Garden is in need of some urgent updating and sprucing up. Generally some updating is required throughout but nothing material other than the outside area.

- Jeff, August 2019
Linda June 2019

“The layout was perfect.”

Extremely friendly. Dog loved it.the garden was wonderful. Completely safe for your dog and not overlooked. Added bonus was the pizza oven.fun to use and so tasty.hot tub was perfect way to end the day.two beaches a mile in each direction and in a friendly village. Could not ask for more.

- Linda, June 2019
Bryan January 2019

“Lovely little cottage, nice big comfy bed in the master.”

Personally we wouldn't stay with more than 2 of us. Lovely little garden with hot tub, which we still used even though it was January. Badger Hounds fabulous pub for food and the Brown Cow great local pub. Bus stop 1 minute from the cottage, great for Whitby £15 return for 2. If you stay here end of Sept to March though free parking in Whitby. If cooking in go to the local butchers, very good. The cottage is ready for a little TLC and missing a few comforts, perhaps the owners could stay in there themselfs just to see. Overall though great welcome and fresh laid eggs on the doorstep in the morning. Even got a tour of the B&B, which is lush and showed us there further projects.

- Bryan, January 2019
Maggie December 2018

“The cottage is beautiful and had everything that we needed.”

The owner was very friendly and helpful. The location is a perfect place for exploring other parts of North Yorkshire. Both pubs in the village offer excellent meals.

- Maggie, December 2018
Hayley October 2018

“It was so peacefull and the gentleman who greeted us was lovely.”

Perfect getaway for what we needed! We didnt want to come home! The beds were super comfy, the hot tub was lush, the space was great! The location was just fab as we were so close to the sea!

- Hayley, October 2018
Miss October 2018

“This cottage was a amazing get away for me my boyfriend and dog we had such a fantastic time.”

The cottage is beautiful and was very clean and had everything we needed. It's location is a little difficult to find and not very well sign posted as the b and b in front of the cottage has the same name so you have to have a walk around and knock on some doors to find somebody! When you do though the owners are lovely all the staff that live in the surrounding houses are very kind and friendly there are lots if lovely walls and it's easy to get on the bus to go to Whitby as parking there is a bit difficult. Overall we will defiantly return to the cottage it was one of the best places we had stayed in andntje hot tub was a nice little treat after long walks on the beach.

- Miss, October 2018
Kenneth June 2018

“Excellent and comfortable cottage with good facilities and good location.”

Could perhaps benefit from a little maintenance of a few fixtures and fittings (eg kitchen blind, bathroom mirror) and could do with small table by the swivel chair (so says my grandson). Owners are very pleasant and helpful.

- Kenneth, June 2018
Jackie June 2018

“There needs to be more plates, mugs/cups - insufficient and the ones provided were chipped or cracked, and more cooking/baking dishes/trays.”

The towels were rather tatty, thin and shabby. Hot tub was good, but we had to ask the owner how long it took to warm up as by the Sunday evening it was still freezing cold. Someone had turned the temperature down, however, I would have thought that would have been checked upon cleaning and refilling.

- Jackie, June 2018
Dee April 2018

“The owners were really friendly and helpful - the cottages was comfortable and met our needs - didn't want to leave had a fantastic week!”

- Dee, April 2018
Stephen March 2018

“Really comfortable and warm cottage.”

loved the hot tub after some long walks. good location to explore the local coastline. all together a fab week

- Stephen, March 2018
S February 2018

“Could do with a little bit of dusting around the property.”

Apart from that it was a lovely holiday

- S, February 2018
Jackie November 2017

“Difficulty in arranging check in prior to arrival, so arrived not really knowing what to do, contacted emergency numbers when we arrived but went to answer machine!”

Have to say we were a little concerned for a moment or two as it was very dark and cold but found the cottage and keys where in the door!! Lovely, lovely cottage that suited our needs perfectly, hot tub was fabulous, wonderful location, me and my 3 girlfriends loved it and have talked about returning. Only negative is the crockery, pots and pans were greasy and not really clean and needed to be washed before we could use them, this though was no biggy for us as we really enjoyed our stay! Remember to go say hello to the birds and animals at the back of the farm x

- Jackie, November 2017
Geoff November 2017

“Kitchen needed some attention such as cleaning the oven and restocking of pans and some crockery.”

Property clean and tidy. Hot tub well maintained

- Geoff, November 2017
Sarah February 2016

“St Hilda's Cottage was wonderfully warm and inviting considering we were visiting in February.”

The kitchen was very well equipped. The rooms were all as described. The bathroom was beautifully clean. The children loved having the farm animals so close by. The owners were welcoming.

- Sarah, February 2016
Jason October 2015

“This Cottage was a gem of a find.”

Wonderful location, close to all of our needs. Great walks around the area with the dogs (especially Runswick Bay Beach) coming back to a hot tub and a glass of wine, fantastic.

- Jason, October 2015
Sara June 2015

“We had a great time at St Hilda's Cottage.”

The location was great for exploring the area and the village of Hinderwell has all you need for pubs etc. The owners hit just the right balance; you know they are there if needed but were quite happy to leave you to your own devices. The hot tub was perfect and collecting fresh eggs and seeing all the animals was great for us so must be wonderful for the children if you take them. The dog was made very welcome too, which for us is very important. We would definitely return and would also recommend to friends and family.

- Sara, June 2015
Paul May 2015

“The hot tub was great after a long day walking and the cottage was ideal for us, it had a lovely kitchen.”

It is in a super little village which had all the amenities we required and it was very quiet which was lovely. The farm animals were so cute we visited them every day and the countryside is so beautiful.

- Paul, May 2015
Georgie February 2015

“We loved the cottage and its surroundings.”

The owners were really nice and down to earth, making sure we had everything we needed to make our stay as good as it could be. The hot tub is an added bonus. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone!

- Georgie, February 2015
Sarah December 2014

“The owners were very friendly and welcoming throughout our stay.”

The property was exactly as described and we loved the location! The animals made us laugh and we especially loved the inquisitive peacocks roaming about the farm! The decor of the property was very well thought out and the hot tub is a lovely treat! Perfect for relaxing with a glass of fizz after a long day of exploring. All in all a lovely little cottage and we would be pleased to recommend!

- Sarah, December 2014
Christopher October 2014

“Lovely accommodation.”

Very friendly hosts. The village and surrounding areas were easily accessible and we will go back next year.

- Christopher, October 2014
Claire April 2014

“Lovely part of the world.”

Cottage was fabulous and my son loved all the animals. The owners were lovely and so welcoming and gave us lots of fresh eggs. The hot tub was fantastic we were never out of it.

- Claire, April 2014
Kevin March 2014

“Great cottage, lovely owners.”

Great location and family friendly.

- Kevin, March 2014
Michelle September 2013

“The cottage was wonderful.”

It was cosy, very posh and warm and inviting. The hot-tub was a real bonus after days out walking along cliff tops and despite the strong winds was rather well sheltered. The beds were by far the best ever, very comfortable. The power shower in the bathroom was second to none. Absolutely brilliant.

- Michelle, September 2013
Karen August 2013

“The cottage was a lovely peaceful hideaway.”

The village had everything we could need, 2 pubs, paper shop, chip shop and a stones throw away from the stunning coast and views. The hot tub was an added bonus at the end of a tiring day.

- Karen, August 2013
Daisy July 2013

“The hot tub was excellent and the owner was always there to help if needed,we loved that we could take our two dogs away and the location of this cottage was great, especially for walking.”

- Daisy, July 2013
Robert June 2013

“The friendliness of Dave and Linda.”

The animals, the quietness. The whole place was great.

- Robert, June 2013
Steve May 2013

“A lovely part of the country.”

Beautiful cottage and friendly owners and villagers. The local pubs were very welcoming with excellent food at reasonable prices.

- Steve, May 2013
Philipa April 2013

“The cottage was lovely and in a beautiful location.”

The owner was very friendly and helpful. The hot tub was fantastic after long walks in the moors! Local pubs both very friendly and welcoming, all in all a great holiday.

- Philipa, April 2013
Christine March 2013

“Hinderwell is so convenient for the coast and Moors.”

This is a stunning cottage, really spacious with huge comfy beds! The hot tub in the little decked courtyard is perfect for lazy evenings in!

- Christine, March 2013
Martyn February 2013

“The cottage is of a high quality, very well set out and owned by very friendly owners.”

It is great to come back to after being out and about. It is situated in just the right place for lovely walks and short drives to wonderful seaside towns and harbour hamlets. The cottage is perfect for a couple or a small family to have a great time in a beautiful part of the country.

- Martyn, February 2013
Garry February 2013

“Owner very friendly and helpful.”

Great setting - farm, village and nearby seaside all excellent. Hot tub was clean and was larger than expected. We were really impressed with the cleanliness of the house on arrival. Was much better than expected overall.

- Garry, February 2013
Wendy August 2012

“Lovely cottage in a great location.”

Hot tub was nice at the end of day.

- Wendy, August 2012
Robin July 2012

“A beautiful cottage in an excellent location for exploring the North Yorkshire coast.”

Friendly staff on farm who let my children help feed and clean the various animals on the farm.

- Robin, July 2012
Steven June 2012

“The friendly owners, hot tub, location and farm environment were all excellent.”

- Steven, June 2012

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x super king-size double with TV, 1 x double
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Spacious, open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and comfortable sitting area
Note: The bedrooms are accessed by a spiral staircase
Hot tub
Gas central heating
Electric oven, 5-ring gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 2 x TVs with Freeview, DVD
All fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair on request
Off road parking for 2 cars
Enclosed, decked rear patio with private hot tub and furniture
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 5 mins walk
Beach 1 mile
Note: Bottle of Prosecco on arrival for any bookings between the 3rd January 2020 and 31st January 2020

The property

A superb, detached stone cottage set on the edge of the owner's farm in the North Yorkshire village of Hinderwell, one mile from the coast.

With a pretty chocolate box exterior, step inside this beautiful Hinderwell cottage to a contemporary open plan living space, perfect for a luxurious, relaxing romantic break.

Fully renovated, this Hinderwell cottage retains some original features, with stripped wooden floors, exposed timbers and a stable door, but has been modernised with a designer kitchen, glass dining table and high quality fixtures and fittings, all beautifully styled.

The spacious sitting area in your Yorkshire cottage boasts comfortable seating, whilst a rear door leads to an enclosed decked patio, complete with hot tub - an absolute delight to sit and relax in with a glass of bubbly at the end of the day!

From the living area of this Yorkshire holiday cottage, a wrought iron spiral staircase leads up to the two double bedrooms, one with a sumptuous super king-size bed, whilst the large, modern bathroom leads off from the spacious hallway.

A five minute walk from your cottage in Hinderwell brings you to the excellent village amenities, including several pubs, a good butcher's, local shops and a bistro, whilst the sea lies only a few minutes further.

Close by are the old fishing villages of Runswick Bay and Staithes, with their cobbled, narrow streets and sandy beaches, rich with fossils and rock pools.

Enjoy a bracing cliff-top walk on the Cleveland Way or visit the seaside town of Whitby with its imposing abbey, many independent shops and famous fish and chips.

With the stunning North York Moors National Park on the doorstep and numerous attractions such as the steam railway at Grosmont, this Hinderwell cottage pleases everyone.

A fabulous base for a cottage holiday in North Yorkshire.

Note: This cottage can be booked with Ref. 3650 to sleep 8.

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About the location

HINDERWELL

Whitby 9 miles.

Hinderwell is a small but bustling rural village with shops and pubs close to the picturesque fishing villages of Staithes and Runswick Bay, whilst being just 9 miles from the charming harbour town of Whitby. Hinderwell is ideally located for exploring the beautiful surrounding countryside, ranging from the dramatic cliffs and smugglers’ coves of the coastline, to the deep secluded dales of the North York Moors National Park. Walking, cycling, gliding, riding and fishing are all well catered for in the area, making this the perfect location for a relaxing break.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Had a fantastic stay at St Hilda's Cottage with the grandkids and everything you could need was provided.”

“Beautiful cottage, very clean and cosy.”

“Brilliant stayed lots time stayed with best friends this time shared cottage .”

“We had an issue on the first night that was swiftly dealt with by Debbie and the owner.”

“A very well-appointed cottage in a lovely little complex.”

“Couldn’t fault our stay at all.”

“The property was modern , comfortable and luxurious.”

“St. Hildas Cottage has a lovely home from home feel about it.”

“After getting two flat tyres on the days leading up to staying in St Hilda's Cottage, it is safe to say I was very stressed before arriving.”

“Everything perfect”

“This is a beautiful and outstanding complex of varying properties.”

“Beautiful cottage.”

“Great holiday cottage.”

“The property is great with a fully equipped kitchen, large living room space and enclosed garden at the back of the property.”

“Loved the cottage, but if you have any form of disability this place wount suit ...”

“Where to start, just got home from a fantastic holiday at St Hilda's cottage, Debbie and her staff were great couldn't do enough for you, as for the cottage, what a great location, very clean and comfortable, hot tub was a major bonus.”

“The cottage is listed as detached but it isn’t at all, and we would not have booked if we had known.”

“Our stay at Hildas Cottage was lovely.”

“Absolutely brilliant complex, the cottage was lovely and our daughter loved the hot tub which was clean and warm.”

“We have just had our second visit to this property.”

“Loved our stay!”

“Having found the cottage (thinking it would be set on its own) it’s actually part of a holiday complex of other accommodation.”

“This is a fantastic property, the bed in the main bedroom is so comfortable.”

“Fabulous stay at St Hilda's Cottage.”

“24 hours after arrival before got tub hot.”

“A great little site Staff are very friendly and helpful.”

“This was far the best cottage we have ever had it was beautiful”

“Absolutely amazing cottage and enjoyed every minute.”

“We made a account with skyecottages especially to book this cottage after searching and looking at many in the same area.”

“Have a lovely time ,will definitely be returning and Debbie was very accommodating”

“We stayed in the last week of January.”

“Lovely cottage in a beautiful area with nice walks.”

“Had an amazing weeks stay in St Hilda’s Cottage during mid November.”

“Fantastic holiday with great onsite support from the complex manager Debbie.”

“THE COTTAGE WAS ON A COMPLEX.”

“Made to feel very welcome nothing was too much trouble Debbie is an excellent ...”

“We were a little concerned after reviewing some of the previous reviews online however we were delighted with the cottage and the service provided on site.”

“Holiday cottage is part of a complex that is not made clear in the description, the cottage on whole is clean and tidy, nowhere to store food as kitchen cupboards are full, unable to use freezer as iced up.”

“Cottage was very comfortable .”

“Debbie the hostess was amazing and lovely local food left for us as a welcome.”

“Great cottage, couple of things it needs full length wardrobe or hanging space, ...”

“Excellent accommodation that made for a fabulous break.”

“First the con(s) Sykes listing says no internet which may put people off, but the internet is definitely available and effective :-) All the rest are pro's.”

“The cottage was very clean and spacious.”

“What a fabulous find.”

“The cottage was very nice, we liked the layout, there were some minor faults but nothing to detrimental, needed a bit of TLC.”

“After booking the cottage I read a really bad review so I was really nervous about going .”

“The cottage was as described although it is probably a few years since it was originally listed and is need of a little refurbishment.”

“Beautiful spacious cottage, lovely hot tub.”

“The photos did not do this place justice.”

“Our stay at St Hilda's Cottage was nothing short of brilliant.”

“On first impressions, the cottage appeared much bigger and nicer than the photos had suggested however it was not without it’s problems.”

“The property is quirky and ideally placed with access to the coastal paths and 2 good pubs.”

“Very comfortable cottage.”

“Property appeared to be neglected.”

“Cottage in a lovely location but could do with some tlc as it’s looking a bit ...”

“The hot tub was unusable.”

“Property is listed as detached when it actually isn’t.”

“The layout was perfect.”

“Lovely little cottage, nice big comfy bed in the master.”

“The cottage is beautiful and had everything that we needed.”

“It was so peacefull and the gentleman who greeted us was lovely.”

“This cottage was a amazing get away for me my boyfriend and dog we had such a fantastic time.”

“Excellent and comfortable cottage with good facilities and good location.”

“There needs to be more plates, mugs/cups - insufficient and the ones provided were chipped or cracked, and more cooking/baking dishes/trays.”

“The owners were really friendly and helpful - the cottages was comfortable and met our needs - didn't want to leave had a fantastic week!”

“Really comfortable and warm cottage.”

“Could do with a little bit of dusting around the property.”

“Difficulty in arranging check in prior to arrival, so arrived not really knowing what to do, contacted emergency numbers when we arrived but went to answer machine!”

“Kitchen needed some attention such as cleaning the oven and restocking of pans and some crockery.”

“St Hilda's Cottage was wonderfully warm and inviting considering we were visiting in February.”

“This Cottage was a gem of a find.”

“We had a great time at St Hilda's Cottage.”

“The hot tub was great after a long day walking and the cottage was ideal for us, it had a lovely kitchen.”

“We loved the cottage and its surroundings.”

“The owners were very friendly and welcoming throughout our stay.”

“Lovely accommodation.”