About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Glenhowen in Robin Hood's Bay offers a 4-star holiday home with three bedrooms and a bathroom. The property features a fully equipped kitchen, a cosy fireplace, and a private entrance. Modern Amenities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, a dishwasher, and a TV. The kitchen is equipped with kitchenware, ensuring a pleasant stay. Pet Friendly: The holiday home welcomes pets, making it ideal for travellers with animals. Convenient Location: Located a 2-minute walk from Robin Hood's Bay, Glenhowen is 77 km from Teesside International Airport. Nearby attractions include Whitby Abbey (9 km) and Scarborough Castle (27 km). Highly Rated by Guests: Glenhowen receives high ratings from guests for its comfortable accommodation and excellent facilities.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Cottages.com
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)


Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
Bedroom 3
1 double bed
Something went wrong. Please try again later.

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
Facilities
Cleanliness
Comfort
Value for money
Location
Free WiFi

Select topics to read reviews:

Guests who stayed here loved

  • Paula
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location. Shops, reasturants, pubs and beach very accessible. Cottage was cosy and had everything you could need. Lovely friendly people in RHB.
  • Chris
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really well setup, lots of thoughtful touches, made us feel at home.
  • Susana
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful house Beautiful decoration Quiet and beautiful location. Good showers and very close to the see. When we leave the front hose, the sea is 10 steps away from the front door. Very clear instructions and a kitchen equipped with everything...
  • Lewis
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely location perfect for lower village and beach access
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Practically perfect. One of our best stays in RHB.
  • Evans
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location of the cottage in the Bay. Cottage was well stocked with all the basics including a cafetiere! Comfy beds, and nice quality linen and towels. Cottage allowed well behaved dogs to stay. The dog friendly beach was a short walk from the...
  • Hayley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely little cottage in a very quaint village. Very cosy even when cold/wet/windy out. Comfy bed. No sea views, but the sea view is just 5 seconds walk away. Very well kitted out including a few board games. Ample parking (only public paid for...
  • Brian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely homely cottage, right in the centre of the village, very comfortable beds. Enjoyed our stay immensely.
  • Caroline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We loved the cottage and the location. It was comfortable, cosy and everything we'd hoped for during our short break. Look forward to returning sometime.
  • Anonymous
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I loved hearing the sea at night. It was extremely clean and very dog friendly. The owner equipped it as if it was a home away from home, providing toilet roll, soap, biscuits (dog biscuits too, bowl and bags), tea, coffee, condiments and the list...

Managed by Cottages.com

Company review score: 9.2Based on 50,085 reviews from 14529 properties
14529 managed properties

Company information

Cottages-com is home to a number of unique, inspiring collections, curated by our cottage experts. Each collection within the family offers something different, so that all holidaymakers can find the perfect break, wherever it may be and whatever they are looking for. As our name suggests, we love everything about cottages and cottage holidays. We’re here to help you choose from over 23,000 independently vetted holiday properties, not just in the UK, but across France, Ireland and Italy, too.

Property information

There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property. There are low beams on the second floor. It is important that guests are aware that the double bed on the second floor is only a small double, and that space is compromised downstairs if there are 5 adults in the party. Nestled in the heart of Robin Hood’s Bay, Glenhowen is a charming, mid 18th-century cottage that embodies the timeless allure of a traditional fisherman’s abode.. 1 step to entrance. Ground Floor: Living/dining room: Smart TV, Woodburner Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher First Floor: Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet Second Floor: Bedroom 3: ¾ Double (4ft) Bed (Children Only), Low-Beams Mean That Bed Only For Single-Occupancy. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Fuel for wood burner available locally. Welcome pack. Public car park nearby. No smoking. Please note: The cottage is suitable for no more than 4 adults (plus one child) due to the space available downstairs. There are low beams on the second floor.. Stepping through Glenhowen’s doors, you’ll be transported to a bygone era, surrounded by wooden panelling, beamed ceilings, exposed stone walls and an abundance of character that evokes a sense of history. Spread over three floors, this delightful cottage offers a unique and cosy living experience. The ground floor welcomes you with an open plan living area that seamlessly combines a comfortable living room with a dining table, creating an intimate space, perfect for gathering around the wood-burning stove on chilly evenings, the adjacent kitchen exuding charm. Ascending to the first floor, you’ll find two enchanting double bedrooms, each with its distinct appeal. One of the bedrooms features a striking feature fireplace that adds to the cottage’s ambience, while the second bedroom provides the added convenience o...

Languages spoken

Danish,German,English,Spanish,French,Croatian,Italian,Dutch,Norwegian,Polish,Swedish

Property surroundings

House rules

Glenhowen takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the full amount of the reservation is due before arrival. Cottages.com will send a confirmation with detailed payment information. After full payment is taken, the property's details, including the address and where to collect keys, will be emailed to you.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.