Two-Night Mid-Week Coastal Escape for Up to 6 in Robin Hood’s Bay

If a windswept walk on the beach, fish and chips by the sea, and evenings tucked up in a cosy cottage sound like the perfect antidote to winter, then this two-night getaway at Green Bank House is calling. This Grade II listed fisherman’s cottage, built in 1706, is perched in the heart of Robin Hood’s Bay – just a minute’s stroll from the beach – and comes with those jaw-dropping sea views that coastal dreams are made of.

Sleeping up to six (maximum of four adults, with a twin room just for little ones), this beautifully restored cottage blends period charm with all the modern comforts you’d hope for. Think: a large open-plan sitting/dining room with a log burner and cast-iron stove, a brand-new high-spec kitchen, and a roll-top bath with views over the rooftops to the coastline. The quirky “boat bed” – handcrafted by a local maker – complete with a Smart TV, is the ultimate chill-out spot for guests young or old.

Outside, there’s a cobbled patio with garden furniture and a BBQ, perfect for bracing morning coffees or long, lazy evenings in summer. Guests can also sit out at the front to soak up the sweeping sea views and watch the world drift by. A parking permit is included for the Fisherhead car park, and one well-behaved dog is welcome too – because no coastal escape feels complete without salty paws and sandy noses.

Robin Hood’s Bay itself is a tangle of cobbled streets, historic cottages, and smuggling tales. The vast beach is made for rock pooling, fossil hunting, or just blowing away the cobwebs, while nearby pubs and bistros offer everything from hearty ales to proper Yorkshire seafood. The cottage makes a brilliant base for exploring further afield too, with Whitby and Scarborough just a short drive away, plus the wild beauty of the North York Moors on the doorstep.

This two-night stay makes a wonderful experience gift – something far more memorable than another jumper or gadget. It’s ideal for a family mini-break, a coastal reunion with friends, or simply a chance to slow down and savour the Yorkshire coast in all its glory.

And if you’d like to make your escape even more special, Uniquely Local can help turn your stay into a full holiday package. From distillery tours and pottery workshops to a fish and chip afternoon tea, there are plenty of experiences in nearby Whitby and Scarborough that can be bundled in with the getaway voucher. It’s the perfect way to gift not just a break by the sea, but a whole collection of seaside memories waiting to be made.