Charming two-bedroom bolt hole ideal for short-lets or weekend escapes.
Tucked away above High Street with partial sea and rooftop views
Tucked up behind the High Street, this deceptive two-bedroom cottage makes an appealing lock‑up‑and‑leave retreat or a holiday-let investment in Staithes. The property is accessed from a private cinder path and sits above another High Street property, giving it a tucked-away feel and attractive rooftop and partial sea views from the top-floor lounge.
Internally the house is neatly presented. A contemporary kitchen on the lower level offers built-in oven, hob and under-counter fridge plus space for a dining table. Two rear bedrooms comfortably take double beds (one currently arranged with a bunk/double configuration). The good-sized bathroom on the top floor has a bath with over-bath shower, heated towel rail and a skylight for natural light. The lounge has a feature fireplace and three large windows overlooking Cowbar and the sea, with storage room, hot water cylinder cupboard and eaves access off it.
Practical points to note: the plot is very small and the rooms are generally compact with lower ceilings in places, so this isn’t a large garden home. The property lies within North York Moors National Park and benefits from a central village location close to shops, pubs, slipway and coastal amenities, but broadband and mobile signals are average. Flood risk is medium; prospective buyers should check insurance and local flood history.
Overall this is a well-presented, characterful small cottage suited to someone seeking a seaside holiday base or an income-producing let in a tourist village. Its freehold tenure, central location and ready-to-rent condition are strengths, while its compact footprint and access quirks are the main compromises.