Scarborough holiday rentals: cabins & more

Discover a selection of 1,500 holiday rentals in Scarborough that are perfect for your trip. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Vrbo holiday homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including parking available and internet/WiFi. Prices start at £ 94 per night, and cabins and cottages are popular options for a stay in Scarborough. Either way, you'll find a rental for everyone's needs.

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Stayed Dec 2020

Christmas treat

What a beautiful cottage, I can't recommend it enough. The owners left us some delicious festive treats and put up a Christmas tree for us. It was the perfect Christmas get away. Cosy, warm, clean and well equipped. There was evening a hair dryer an...

Stayed Dec 2020

Perfect for a weekend away

Loved this cottage! Super cosy inside with great views of the sea. Lots of thoughtful touches to make it feel very homely. Good facilities and the hot tub is an added bonus. Perfect for a weekend away especially if you’re looking for somewhere peacef...

Stayed Oct 2020

A cosy home from home, very comfy beds!

Sandy Palms is a real home from home, very clean and very well equipped with everything you could think of for a family, our daughter loved all the toys, games and books, there is something for all ages. The apartment is located centrally for all Sca...

Stayed Oct 2020

Great location for east coast

Communication with the owner was excellent and the information provided was comprehensive. The house is in an excellent spot for scarborough and filey and ideal for anyone with dogs as the walks are very close. The hot tub was excellent even in octob...

Stayed Oct 2020

Great stay, great apartment.

Really pleased with our recent short stay at Castle View; the apartment was very clean on arrival, the owners had ever so kindly and thoughtfully left us a fresh loaf of bread and a bottle of milk!! The beds (1xKing, 2xSingle) were incredibly comfy, ...

Stayed Oct 2020

Fantastic stay

Fantastic place to stay, very clean and tidy! Cabin was spacious and well looked after! Dianne communication up to and welcoming note was perfect fantastic host any questions pre visit she was able to answer instantly and put any worries etc at ease!...

Stayed Oct 2020

Another Fantastic Visit to Sea View, Scarborough

Our third time staying in this gorgeous cottage and once again we had a fabulous time. The new shower is a big improvement, and the TV has a great '70's music channel! There is everything you could need, and we found it spotlessly clean. We will be r...

Stayed Oct 2020

Nice apartment, good location and overall enjoyed the stay.

Had a couple of problems, which were dealt with immediately. Apartment could have been cleaned better in places and a couple of carpets could do with replacement. That said it was good and we really enjoyed our stay, would recommended for a couple or...

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Bag the best Scarborough holiday homes

Scarborough has been a bustling summertime getaway ever since the Victorian era. Before that, it boomed as a busy fishing port under the Plantagenet kings, gaining seaside forts that still stand above the rocky headlands, like something out of a Gothic novel. These days, people still flock to enjoy the sandy beaches of the South Bay, and sweeping views over the green coast and North Sea from the blustery Esplanade. They come for elegant Georgian spas and vertiginous funiculars that ride from the sloshing waves to the town. Scarborough holiday lettings pepper the centre and surrounding countryside, so there's oodles to pick from if all that sounds like your cup of North Yorkshire tea.

History

Explore medieval roots near Scarborough holiday lets

While escaping to a Scarborough holiday cottage might have only become a popular British pastime in the Victorian era, the tale of this seaside town goes back much longer than that. In fact, its origins can be traced to the years of the Plantagenet monarchs, with the first official charter being granted for a marketplace sometime in the 1150s. The splintered stones and eerie outline of Scarborough Castle herald the most iconic historical treasure, though. It's visible from anywhere in the resort, lurching in half-ruined keeps and towers, hiding tales of Scottish sieges and English Civil War battles, alike.

Activities

Sightseeing in and around Scarborough

Do you want to discover attractions to see while you're in the area? Venture out of your holiday home and experience everything that makes Scarborough a one-of-a-kind holiday spot. These are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:

Stephen Joseph Theatre (0.2 mi / 0.4 km)
Spa Cliff Lift (0.6 mi / 0.9 km)
North Bay Railway (0.8 mi / 1.3 km)
Alpamare (1.1 mi / 1.8 km)
Scarborough North Cliff Golf Club (1.2 mi / 2 km)
Sea Life and Marine Sanctuary (1.4 mi / 2.3 km)

Weather

Seasonal weather in Scarborough

If you're planning a holiday around warm-weather activities, July, August, June and September are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 21°F.

Natural features

Exploring the beaches and other natural features in Scarborough

Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Scarborough is a great place to get outside. Here are some of the area’s noteworthy natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:

South Bay Beach (0.4 mi / 0.6 km)
South Cliff Italian Gardens (0.7 mi / 1.1 km)
Peasholm Park (0.7 mi / 1.2 km)
North Bay Beach (0.8 mi / 1.3 km)
Filey Beach (7.1 mi / 11.4 km)
North Riding Forest Park (10.4 mi / 16.8 km)

How to get there

Transport options to and around Scarborough

If you're travelling by train, make your way to Scarborough Station or Scarborough Seamer Station and explore the city from there.

How to get around

Ways to travel around Scarborough

Scarborough isn't big. It's compacted onto a few low hillsides that run along the side of the North Sea, beneath the rises of Scarborough Castle. You can pretty much walk anywhere if you've bagged yourself a Scarborough holiday let in the heart of the town, although the vintage Central Tramway that goes between the beach and the middle of the resort adds a novelty way to travel from sand to shops. A car is useful if you're keen on getting out into the North Yorkshire countryside. Untold natural wonders await there, from the wild Cleveland Heritage Coast to the undulating moorlands.

Food & drink

Tasting regional foods near Scarborough holiday homes

Scarborough might just be the most unlikely culinary hotspot on the North Yorkshire coast you've yet to taste your way through. Thankfully, plenty of places serve regional produce and traditional English fare – there's even an annual Scarborough Food Festival that brings farmers' stalls, craft ale brewers and artisan bakers to the cobbled squares in spring. Must-try dishes include the Yorkshire pudding, which is a ubiquitous addition to any Sunday roast – find them served up with all the trimmings in the local gastropubs. And then there's parkin, infused with ginger and perfectly matched with hot Yorkshire tea.

Essential info

Key facts about Scarborough

The population of Scarborough is 61,000, but that increases considerably during the popular summer months
Humberside Airport and Leeds Bradford International Airport are the 2 closest major flight hubs to Scarborough
Bring waterproofs and good walking boots if you're planning on hitting the coastal walks around Scarborough
Average summer temperatures in Scarborough hover between 18–20 from June to August
Book Scarborough holiday lettings close to the beaches as early as you can – they tend to get reserved first

Can I find a vacation rental around Scarborough?

Yes, our 2021 property listings offer a large selection of 1,532 vacation rentals near Scarborough. From 900 cabins to 891 cottages, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable stay with your family and friends. The best places to stay near Scarborough for a holiday or a weekend are on Vrbo.

What are the popular points of interest near where I can stay when traveling to Scarborough?

Vrbo UK offers a large selection of vacation rentals near lovely places in Scarborough. From Vrbo UK travelers, the most popular points of interest to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend are:

Peasholm Park: 1,613 vacation rentals
Scarborough Harbour: 1,596 vacation rentals
Seamer Station: 1,621 vacation rentals
The Yorkshire Wolds Gallery: 1,048 vacation rentals
Scarborough Castle: 1,596 vacation rentals

But there are many other points of interest around Scarborough listed on Vrbo UK where you can find your place to stay. Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available near the point of interest of your choice.

Can I rent Cabins in Scarborough?

Yes, of course. Vrbo UK has 900 Cabins in Scarborough. Our other popular types of vacation rentals in Scarborough include:

Cottages: 891 rentals available
Flats: 277 rentals available
Houses: 1,211 rentals available

But you can also enjoy a great stay in one of our other vacation rentals including Bungalows and more.

Can I find a vacation rental with pool in Scarborough?

Yes, you can select your preferred vacation rental with pool among our 144 vacation rentals with pool available in Scarborough. Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.