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Duck Down Cottage

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A narrow alleyway with a wooden door, stone walls, and a tiled roof visible through an open doorway.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a television, a sofa, and a kitchen area with a microwave, oven, and coffee maker.
A compact kitchen with a dining area, featuring a small refrigerator, a sink, and a window with blinds.
A stone cottage with a wooden door, a sign reading "8a Ducklington Cottage," and a window with white shutters.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a wooden door, and a view into the kitchen.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
With space for 2 guests, this cottage features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. It is pet-friendly and located in a rural area. Explore nearby attractions like Pannett Park and the Whitby Museum during your stay.

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds

    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near Whitby Harbour
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pets allowed (fee applies)
  • Refrigerator
  • Non-smoking
  • Fireplace
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Whitby
  • Place, Whitby Harbour
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Abbey
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Duck Down Cottage

Duck Down Cottage is a cosy one-bedroom hideaway, providing guests with a unique and relaxing stay by the coast, perfect for a couple’s seaside getaway. Steeped in history, it was originally built in 1690, reportedly from stone from a demolished castle and is nestled in the heart of Whitby.



The cottage boasts a comfortable living area, ideal for snuggling up by the fire and catching a movie on the flat screen TV. Its location is perfectly placed for accessing an array of eatery options within the town of Whitby, although if you fancy a night in, the kitchen is fully equipped to whip up a dinner for two: oven, stove top, fridge, kettle, toaster and coffee maker. A stunning double bed is tucked off the lounge separated by an impressive solid wood sliding door. The cottage has ample charm, but with modern amenities such as walk in shower and heated towel rail in the bathroom.



Duck Down Cottage is conveniently, centrally located and only a 10 minute walk away from the train station, making accessing the villages and towns along the North Yorkshire coast super easy. If you wish to visit cultural and historic landmarks when in Whitby, as well as it’s gorgeous beaches, then take a trip to Whitby Abbey, or visit Captain Cook’s memorial museum.



And remember If you want to bring your furry friend with you, for long coastal walks, the studio allows one small well-behaved dog.



Please note: on-street parking is available however, it's on a first come first serve basis. Duck Down Cottage is aptly named as taller guests may need to 'duck down' in the living room due to a couple of low lying beams- this adds to the charm and character of the property.



For bookings and more information please contact Finest Retreats

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total

Dangerous animals not allowed.

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Checkin 16:00-20:00

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 30
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Property # 11602081
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Whitby

Located in Whitby, this cottage is in a rural area. While the natural beauty of North York Moors National Park and Whitby Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Whitby Harbour. Whitby Leisure Centre and Museum of Victorian Science are also worth visiting.
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Whitby

What's nearby

  • Whalebone Arch - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Whitby Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Whitby Abbey - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Whitby Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Whitby Pavilion - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Whitby Station - 5 min walk
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Angel Hotel (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Trenchers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Waiting Room - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Abbey Wharf - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Moon & Sixpence - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Duck Down Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 30. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Duck Down Cottage?

As of 20 Sept, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Duck Down Cottage on 23 Nov, 2026 start from S$663, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Duck Down Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Duck Down Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Duck Down Cottage located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Pannett Park, Whitby Harbour and Whitby Beach. Captain Cook Memorial Museum and Whitby Museum are also within 10 minutes. Whitby Station is 5 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Very lovely little cottage

Excellent little cottage, great location in town
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2026
Thank you Paul. We hope to welcome you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Compact property, very well equipped, designed and planned out for 2 . We were very comfortable here, close to shops, bus and train stations. Aptly named Duck down cottage as the beams in this old, listed building are low- not a problem for us as we are not tall people ( under 5ft 8!) We are booked in for next year !!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Very good

Location excellent and cottage love lot
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect for short stays

Place as described, comfortable bed, heating and shower Ok and very clean.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Loved the cottage

Stayed for 3 nights. Quaint, cosy, spotlessly clean. Bed very comfortable & slept really well. Perfect location. Just wonderful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Steampunk weekend Duck down cottage.

Another great weekend, cottage spotless and nice and cosy, great location for everything, see you again next time.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Feb, 2026
Thank you David! We are pleased to hear that you had another great stay. We hope to see you again soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay

great location for the town. Really nice inside and a reasonable rate would have liked to recycle our rubbish
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing, welcoming and thoughtful.

Relaxing, welcoming and thoughtful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Would use again. Lovely little cottage very cosy and quirky

Cosy and well kept. Very clean
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Feb, 2026
Thank you Francene. We are pleased that you had a great stay and we hope to welcome you back soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Christmas retreat

Self catering it was lovely with lovely Christmas surprises Everything was perfect definitely go again
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Duck Down Cottage

Lovely little cottage, perfectly formed for 2 people with a dog. Ideal position to get to all the shops, bars, restaurants and attractions in Whitby. Would definitely stay here again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely !!!

Everything ,we could live there if owners ever wanted to sell. Lovely home ideal for 2 . Nothing
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect for short stays

Place as described, comfortable bed, heating and shower Ok and very clean. (Mind to use the dehumidifier as per instructions)
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Mar, 2026
Thank you Alberto. We are pleased you had a comfortable stay and found the property to be nice and clean. We hope to welcome you again in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Very cute place in an ideal location would definitely recommend

It was very clean and cosy with everything needed to enjoy our holiday The low ceiling beams would be an issue for someone over 5,7 but due to us both being smaller humans this was not an issue
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Location grest bed comfy clean

Location grest bed comfy clean It was hot weather whilst we were in Whitby and it would have been better if we were able to open the windows in the property
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage in a great location.

Lovely cosy accommodation, very comfortable bed. Close to waterfront, shops, bars and cafes. Not really a negative - but need to be aware of low beams into bedroom and bathroom, ok for me at 5’5”, but partner had to ‘duck down’ (as cottage name implies) when entering bedroom and bathroom.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cute little cottage in the perfect location! Provided the perfect base for exploring beautiful Whitb

Everything!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

My wife and her friend stayed here for the week for respite

My wife and her friend stayed here for the week for respite. They thoroughly enjoyed their stay. The accommodation was excellent and amenities were all within a short walk. There was nothing to fault, it's a delightful little cottage
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wedding

Lovely location .clean and just homely
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Location grest bed comfy clean

It was hot weather whilst we were in Whitby and it would have been better if we were able to open the windows in the property
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A lovely little break and we’ll definitely be back!

Beautiful quaint cottage in the perfect location. Nice touches to make your visit special. Nothing
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

What I needed

Has everything we needed
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Good

Good stay excellent location, just not quite enough room to eat comfortably on the table
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wgw

Lovely apartment everything was perfect hight for me (im short) amazing location! comfy sofa which was a massive bonus after walking all day. warm bedding. Ill definatly be back Window in bedroom was hard to open a dish washer would have been the icing on the cake
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing cottage

Spotlessly clean and fresh on arrival. Amazing use of a small space. Lots of nice touches feather pillows, tea& coffee etc, chocolate biscuits and a complimentary decanter! We are non drinkers but appreciate the thought. It was a great stay and would be more than happy to return. Obviously the low beams... my husband is over 6ft but he avoided them most of the time!
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Mar, 2025
Hi Diane, thankyou for your lovely review. We are so pleased that you had an amazing stay. Apologies for the low beams!

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