See all properties
Entire home

Characterful cottage, wonderful sea & countryside views, pet friendly

Photo gallery for Characterful cottage, wonderful sea & countryside views, pet friendly

Living Room
Exterior
Living Room
Living Room
Kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 488 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Whitby, England
  • Whitby Abbey
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Whitby Harbour
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Robin Hood's Bay Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Characterful cottage, wonderful sea & countryside views, pet friendly

Meadowbeck offers 3 self catering holiday cottages - converted 11 years ago from an agricultural barn dating back to 1760.
Charming cottages in a peaceful location with wonderful views - see many guests returning and recommending us to friends & family.
Retaining many original features, providing light & bright accommodation. Cozy, comfortable furnishings, maintained to a high standard, provide a warm welcome, which you will enjoy returning to after exploring this beautiful part of the country.
FORGET-ME-NOT COTTAGE - provides a comfortable stay for 2 to 4 guests with - UPSTAIRS - a king sized bedroom, twin bedroom (2 singles but can be linked to provide a super king by prior request), bathroom with both bath and separate shower DOWNSTAIRS - Living area with 2 sofas, 1 armchair and french doors to patio, Dining Kitchen, Downstairs WC.

Parking is free & directly outside of the cottage.
Electric Vehicle Charger available for guests use - fees apply.

Ideally located just off the A171 in the North Yorkshire Moors - great for country walks & visiting the villages & coast all year round. Wake up to wonderful sea & countryside views, enjoy breakfast on your patio in the summer months & our underfloor heating system provides cozy nights in during the winter. We have some fantastic dark skies, perfect for star gazing and an abundance of wildlife - the sun rising and setting is pretty amazing too. The scenery is stunning whatever the season & can be enjoyed by couples, families, walkers & cyclists all year round.

Opposite the cottages is a barn, where guests can have fun in our games room with comfortable seating, TV and full of memorabilia. Pool table, Bar Football, Darts Board, Gaming Table (Space Invaders etc) - all have 50p slots.

Pets are welcome in Forget-me-not Cottage, strictly by prior arrangement - Max 2 pets - £20 fee per pet.
We do request that pets remain downstairs and are not allowed on the furniture.

Groups can consider booking all 3 cottages - which in total sleep 11, whilst offering guests privacy in their own family unit.

At Meadowbeck our 3 Shepherds Hut which each sleep 2 offer something a little different - please see our website for details.

Property manager

Lisa Rowett-Smith

Languages

English

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Property grounds

2: Curlew - Barn Conversion Peaceful Location

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
10.0 out of 10, (33 reviews)
2: Curlew - Barn Conversion Peaceful Location

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

Events allowed
default

Pets

Pets allowed
Pets welcome with prior arrangement only
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Whitby

Located in Whitby, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Whitby Abbey is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at North York Moors National Park and Whitby Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider alpamare, or check out an event or a game at Towbar Express Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Whitby, England

What's nearby

  • Falling Foss Waterfall - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Whitby Abbey - 12 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Whitby Harbour - 12 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Whitby Beach - 17 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Robin Hood's Bay Beach - 23 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Ruswarp Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bridge Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fylingdales Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Hare & Hounds - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Falling Foss Tea Garden - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fish Box - Robin Hoods Bay - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Characterful cottage, wonderful sea & countryside views, pet friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Characterful cottage, wonderful sea & countryside views, pet friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Characterful cottage, wonderful sea & countryside views, pet friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Characterful cottage, wonderful sea & countryside views, pet friendly located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of St. Stephen's Church, Robin Hood's Bay Beach, and Falling Foss Waterfall. Robin Hood's Bay Museum and Old Coastguard Station are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

Spent three nights at this beautiful cottage in a fabulous location. Very relaxed and chilled! Very well equipped and comfortable cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel A.

Lovely week in gorgeous surroundings!

We stayed at Forget me Not cottage for a week. The facilities were superb and everything catered for. The cottage is decorated to a high standard with a costal theme and definitely deserves five stars! My teenagers particularly liked the barn and played lots of darts and pool, perfect for their age group. Lisa and Graham were lovely hosts who made sure we were ok without being intrusive. Would definitely recommend a stay and would love to return in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Roger B.

Fabulous and immaculate cottage with great views!

From the start Lisa was fantastic to deal and a very welcoming host. The cottage is immaculate, exceptionally clean and beautifully furnished. The cottages have quite obviously been a labour of love and nothing been overlooked. The views over the fields towards the sea are quite simply stunning! We all loved the donkey's who are in the field in front of the cottages and also the very well equipped play barn. There are many beautiful places to visit within easy reach of the house, we particularly liked atmospheric Robin Hood's Bay and Staithes. There is a pub within easy walking distance that serves good food, this was a very welcome treat on our arrival. I would definitely recommend Forget-Me-Not for a holiday stay, it really is beautiful, we all loved it and would love to return!

10/10 Excellent

Elaine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Pleasant Accomodation

We had a lovely 7 day stay at Forget-Me-Not cottage. The cottage is nicely situated for visiting local areas on the coast and moors. We loved the rustic charm of the cottage and everything we needed was supplied. Very pleasant and helpful owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The photos do not do it justice!

Our first impression when we arrived was that the photos we had seen in advance didn't do the property justice. The cottage, both inside and outside was even more attractive and charming than we expected. The cottage had everything we needed and was the perfect base for exploring the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karine L.

Warm, welcoming and absolutely charming! We loved it!

Thank you Lisa and Graham for making our stay so comfortable and relaxing. The children just loved it and we will be definitely coming back again! The ‘Scratching Shed’ was a breath of fresh air, just that little extra thought goes a long way; for everyone to enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Daniel H.

Lovely cottage

Great position for exploring the area. Friendly owners, very clean and well kept accomodation. Kids loved the play barn.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

Spotless and very well appointed

A lovely cottage with sea views.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

Excellent

The property was really lovely and clean and so charming Definately will be going again. A very enjoyable hol
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Darren J.

Amazing,clean accomodation,fantastic hosts

Accommodation was stunning,everything thought of,clean and tidy. Hosts were excellent,could not have been friendlier and more helpful Fantastic view over robin hoods bay and the sea.friendly dogs and donkeys on your doorstep. Best accommodation we've stayed in!! Thank you for having us
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

David B.

All your needs provided. Owners are welcoming and always willing to be of help.

The Forget-Me-Not cottage we stayed in was well provided for all our needs and the underfloor heating was efficient. Near the cottage was a garage with basic provisions at reasonable cost, a cafe, and a pub serving meals. A bus stop opposite the garage provided transport to Whitby and Scarborough. Plenty of footpaths were available from the cottage which pleased our dog and made our legs ache. The two teenage boys we had with us enjiyed the owners' man cave and the ability to play pool and darts. Supporters of Leeds UFC will be delighted with the wallpaper of match tickets and programmes.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne Snow

Fabulous cottage in a wonderful location

We had a lovely time staying at Forget-me-not cottage and would definitely recommend it to others. The cottage was so cosy even in the coldest weather, made even more so by the under floor heating! The cottage had everything you would need and was in great location for exploring Robin Hoods Bay and Whitby. Hopefully we will return again soo .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lynsey L., Manchester UK

Perfect

I stayed at forget me not cottage with my husband and 3 year old son. The owners were extermely welcoming my son loved feeding the donkeys, playing with the owners dogs and even letting the chickens out one morning. The cottage was well equiped and nicely decorated. I would reccomend this cottage to others. There were lots of places to visit and explore in the local vacinity.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

A lovely cottage in great location

We enjoyed our stay at forget-me-not cottage. The interior was pretty, tastefully furnished and very well maintained. The location ideal for visiting the coast and the countryside. The hosts warm and friendly. Our children loved the donkeys! We would love to return. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Perfect dog friendly family holiday

Beautiful clean cottage, peaceful setting and we loved it. Loved the furnishings in the cottage and the whole 'feng shui'. Perfectly located for Boggle Hole, Robin Hoods Bay and Whitby. Our dog, enjoyed it as much as us and our two children. Favourites being the cottage itself, the donkeys, dogs, views, location, surroundings fields, boggle hole, robin hoods bay and falling fos. Highly recommend and we hope to return. Thank you Lisa and Graham -great hosts xx
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Keith F.

Superb

For-get-me-not - and we won't! Loved every thing about the cottage inside and out. It was spotlessly clean, tidy and ideally appointed. The view out the front towards the coast was superb. Lisa and Graham are lovely hosts- they should be really proud of what they have achieved here. We are looking forward to returning...sooner rather than later.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gary R.

Gorgeous

We stayed in the Forget me not cottage and it was absolutely stunning. Inside and outside. Very comfy and bigger than expected. Lovely hosts and lovely area. My daughter loved the resident doggies and donkeys.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Louise E.

Clean, comfortable property with everything you need for a great holiday.

Had a great 4 days in Forget me Not. Property was gorgeous. Tastefully furnished with everything you need for a great holiday. Loved watching all the birds each morning on the bird feeder (thanks to Lisa for stocking up their bird feed supply each morning). Fab views of the countryside and sea from the living room. Lisa and Graham should be very pleased with what they've achieved. They made our stay comfortable and effortless. The property is located in a good spot for visiting the coastal towns and there are plenty of places to eat and drink within a mile or so.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wilco W.

Very well presented cottage with lovely views

Beautiful cottage. With more than enough room for a family of four. Very hospitable owners who gave sight seeing suggestions. Beautiful walking opportunity from the cottage to Robin Hood's Bay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Debra G.

Forget me not cottage is excellent

We booked for three days. Cottage was absolutely beautiful. Spotlessly clean and there is everything there you require. Lisa and graham the owners were there to greet us and made us feel very welcome. It was a pleasure to stay in one of their cottages and they are a credit to them and they are both still working hard building wooden huts that look great when there finished. They are very fortunate to live in such a lovely area with sea views , lovely walks and the beach practically on your doorstep. Will definitely visit again .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W.

Lovely, cosy holiday cottage

Fantastic little cottage with superb attention to detail. Lovely decor, fantastic views, a very kind welcome gift on arrival, a warm welcome by the owners and the handy dog wash all made for a great holiday experience! We did some fantastic walks along the Cleveland way and on the beach from Boggle Hole. We would definitely use the cottages again. Thank you for a lovely holiday.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amazing cottage great owners😀

Perfect Christmas stay, exceptional decor furniture and fittings. Homely little Xmas touches, thank you. Definitely will revisit for some summer sun and to explore the man cave, even though it a shrine to Leeds United !!!! Would recommend to anyone who likes Gods own county and the great Yorkshire hospitality.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous

Just returned home after a lovely few days at Meadowbecks Cottages.. Lisa &Graham great couple made us very welcome they work so hard to provide a wonderful experience!! We stayed in the Swallows Rest fantastic attention to detail a credit to them..We will most certainly return looking forward to a good night in the Barn..I must say also the Shepard's Hut is amazing good luck to Lisa & Graham!! PS.. Graham " Who put that plank there" ha ha!! Thank you Berni Steve, Angie & Tom.xxx
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

Lovely cottage with great views.

We had a great time at Forget Me Not cottage. The kitchen was well stocked with pans & utensils. The beds are really comfy with a nice quality bed linen & towels. There was always plenty of hot water no matter what time of the day. The cottage is well placed to visit all the lovely villages, Whitby is a 10 minute drive. There is a really nice walk to Robin Hoods Bay from the back of the cottage, it's not too challenging terrain wise, took us about 1.5 hours. Lisa & Graham were great host, really made you feel welcome. Would recommend the cottages to anyone.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

Summer in Scarborough

Forget-Me-Not is a delightful dog-friendly cottage perched on a ridge looking down towards the coast and Robin Hood's Bay. The furnishings were top-notch with all utilities we could ask for. The hosts are genuinely interested in their guests. We particularly enjoyed walking out of the back gate and following the public footpath down through a Woodland Trust wood to arrive at the beach in around 70 minutes. A quite marvellous & relaxing cottage.

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Rowett-Smith

Host profile image
Hi Im Lisa and live with my husband Graham on our 10 acre small holding, next door to the cottages. We enjoy welcoming guests to Meadowbeck and are on hand for advice/assistance but do give guests their privacy to get on with their stay in their own way.
We have 2 very friendly dogs, 2 donkeys who are out in the paddock from late Spring to Autumn, 2 goats, 4 sheep, chickens and ducks.
We moved here in 2012 and renovated our 1760's agricultural stone barn into 3 holiday cottages, our utility barn into a games room and added 3 Shepherd Huts - 1 near the barn and 2 off-grid in our meadow.
Graham planted lots of apple trees and now enjoys making Yorkshire Cider.
It has been an exhausting journey, a labour of love but we have managed to stay married to each other and wouldn't swap it for the world.
We're very proud of what we have achieved and our wonderful guest reviews support that we are providing a great service.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the area whilst visiting my parents who live nearby in Scarborough. We were keen to buy a property which allowed us to run a holiday cottage business but also gave us the opportunity to renovate a building ourselves and start the business from scratch.
We moved in July 2012 & started work on the barn, which had only housed Cows and Swallows since 1760.

We love living here surrounded by the beautiful North York Moors and looking out on our animal family every day. It's such a peaceful esape with great walks on the doorstop, yet close to amenities and the hustle and bustle of life when you need it.
It's great to share our dream with our guests and we love seeing guests return to Meadowbeck - even the Swallows return year after year!

What makes this property unique

Meadowbeck Holiday Cottages are in a great location. Stunning countryside and moorland views, as well as the beautiful coastline - what more is there?
Easy to access just off the main A171 Scarborough to Whitby road, yet in a quiet, peaceful area within the North Yorkshire Moors.
All accommodation has views of open countryside & the sea. There is an abundance of wildlife on our doorstep and the lack of light pollution gives us some amazing night skies - perfect for star gazing. We regualrly feed the birds, so that guests can enjoy their antics on the birdfeeders and nesting boxes.
Easy access by car or bus (from the top of our lane) to a number of quaint villages and coastal towns.
There is plenty of free parking directly outside of the cottages for easy access.
We're doing our bit to take care of the environment and have an energy efficient heating source, solar panels and our water is provided from a natural spring. Our meadow is organic with an abundance of wildflowers and we manage our woodland area to encourage the wildlife.
Electric Vehicle Charger for guests use - fees apply.
Storage for cycles.
Public Footpath with walks to the moors and coast - straight from the accommodation.
Guests Games Room onsite.
Fresh free range eggs from our hens, when available.
Outside dog wash with hot & cold water.

Languages:

English