Cowslip Retreat

Whitby, Yorkshire


Suitible for: 2 Humans icon 2 Humans
Suitible for: 2 Dogs icon 2 Dogs
Suitible for: undefined Children welcome icon Children welcome
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  • Enclosed garden
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Why we love it

With unmissable views and a bath to slide into at day’s end, Cowslip Retreat is a great spot to relax in the Yorkshire hills, not far from the coast


What you'll love

Dogs will love

  • Chasing their owners along the many walks from the front door
  • Warming their tummy on the underfloor heating
  • Finding the doggy hamper left for them!

Humans will love

  • Admiring the spectacular view
  • Watching night roll in on the outdoor sofa
  • Taking a dip in the bath at day’s end

The place

It would be impossible to talk about this space without giving a nod to its most impressive feature – the absolutely phenomenal view. Whether you’re out on the outdoor sofa relaxing with a book in hand, at the al fresco table, enjoying your breakfast, or even sat indoors on the sofa, looking out of the French doors – you’ve got an incredible backdrop. Settled into the Yorkshire hills, it’s just a 15-minute drive to the coast, giving you the best of both worlds. You could explore the many walks from the front door or take on a coastal hike – knowing when you get back, you can choose between sinking into the sofa, admiring the view from your enclosed garden or simply taking a long luxurious bath. This is a lovely spot to settle down for a few days with the dog, with so many options to go and explore!

Sleeping

  • 1 x King bed in an open-plan layout

Washing

  • Bathroom with a bath tub, shower, sink, heated towel rail and WC
  • Utility room with a washing machine and tumble dryer

Living and relaxing

  • Lounge with a wood burner and firewood
  • Sofas and armchairs
  • TV with Netflix, DVD Player, and Ipad
  • Patio with a sofa, coffee table and a table with seating for two
  • Books
  • Wifi

Cooking and dining

  • Open-plan kitchen including oven, gas hob, fridge/freezer and dishwasher
  • Cooking basics supplied - salt, pepper, sugar, milk, butter, oil, crockery and utensils
  • Welcome hamper includes a bottle of wine, crisps, coffee, tea, jam, chutney, biscuits and coffee
  • Dining table with seating for two
  • Breakfast bar with two stools

For the dog

  • Enclosed garden with 1 metre chicken wire, hedges and bushes
  • Treats
  • Blankets for the sofa
  • Bowls
  • Dog shampoo
  • Poo bags

Booking information

  • Check in 1500
  • Check out 1000
  • Travel cot and highchair are available on request
  • There is a designated parking space for the retreat with EV parking available
  • £50 per dog per stay

You should know

  • Cowslip Retreat shares a building with other spaces so you may see other guests during your stay
  • The enclosed garden is fenced and covered with chicken wire to keep escape artists secure!
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In the neighbourhood

  • At only a 12-minute drive, you should check out Whitby Abbey, a 7th-century Christian monastery that once housed Benedictine monks. It overlooks the North Sea from its perch on the hillside above Whitby’s centre, and whilst it was likely a touch more striking when it was in its prime, the ruins are still staggeringly beautiful. You’re able to bring your hound on a lead around the site, and even the visitor centre and tearooms
  • Castle Howard may be an hour away, but it is very much worth the visit. The name might be a touch misleading, don’t think medieval, think period drama mansion. Words can fall a little short of describing this place, and its remote location seems surprising for how grand the building is, but it is a phenomenal sight, and well worth visiting. Your dog is very welcome on a lead, and can visit the café, and even get a bone from the farm shop
  • Fancy a walk? We know someone will. And if so, there happens to be a 110-mile-long one nearby. The Cleveland Way Coastal Path starts in Helmsley, passes through Whitby, Robin Hood’s Bay, Runswick Bay and Sandsend, ending at The Brigg at Filey. There’s a pretty good chance you won’t be taking on a 40-hour walk, no matter how large your dog’s eyes get, however, any stretch of the path is lined with historical sites and things to sniff out
  • Everybody knows food is better with a view over water, that’s just facts. So head into Whitby, explore the town, climb up the 199 Steps (it’s said it’s tradition to count them as you go), and venture to the beach with your four-legged friend’s ears flapping as you go. And best of all, go to a proper pub, with proper food, and a proper pint – head to The Duke of York and enjoy all the above looking over the harbour
  • There’s no forgetting where you are around these parts, and that’s in the North York Moors National Park. It borders the Howardian Hills AONB and contains the incredible North Riding Forest Park – which has a six-mile trail through it, as well as several mountain biking trails to follow too. This is a massive area to explore, and your dog will love plodding along with you, whether it’s on hill walks, river wanders or waterfall tours
  • The only thing missing is a little bit of beach, and you’re easily sorted there. Take the half-hour drive to Scarborough and enjoy the wide-open expanse of the sands there. It’s available to dogs all winter, though there are some seasonal restrictions during the summer. If you get time, pop into the castle that’s just round the corner, overlooking the sea. Of course, fish & chips are a must.
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Whitby, Yorkshire ///worm.chart.informer YO22 5EP

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