Spyglass 1708, Whitby Sea Captain's Townhouse

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Spyglass 1708 is a Grade II Listed historic property in Whitby's conservation precinct.

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The View from Spyglass 1708 Across the Rooftops of Whitby towards the Abbey.

Built Anno Dom 1708 for Thomas and Elizabeth Walker – a famous Whitby Quaker shipping Family - Spyglass 1708 has been completely refurbished throughout in 2015 - creating Whitby's most luxurious holiday home.

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Although Spyglass 1708 is 307-years old, it's Modern Feel and Luxury Fitout is Perfect for Relaxing Holidays.

You'll soon discover that we're ideally suited for family groups, romantic couples, or couples and friends sharing who are looking for a beautiful holiday home in the centre of the Yorkshire Heritage Coast.

Everything that you come to Whitby to see and do is within a short stroll of our front-door. Making our accommodation the perfect choice for holiday cottages in North Yorkshire.

Harbour Whitby

Boats Have Been Coming and Going in Whitby Harbour for Over 2,000 Years.

Whitby Abbey, the 199-steps, the historic harbor, Swing-bridge, the beach, Pannett Park with Gallery & Museum, Captain Cooks’ Museum, and the historic East-side Old Town are all within short strolling distance.

The Magpie Café, Green’s Restaurant, RomeroJo’s, Trenchers’ and dozens of other eating places, famous fish ‘n chip establishments, pubs, shopping, and nightclubs are also within a short walk from our Whitby holiday home.

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Our Sitting Room is a Comfortable and Elegent Space.

And we're also ideally placed for exploring the quaint coastal villages of Staithes, Runswick Bay, Sandsend and Robin Hood's Bay; as well as for days out in the North York Moors National Park or beautiful Eskdale.

Staithes View

There are so Many Pretty Villages to Explore During a Holiday on the Yorkshire Heritage Coast Near Whitby.

Larger towns like Scarborough, York, Harrogate, Helmsley, Malton and Pickering are also within easy reach for those guests wishing to explore the region more fully by car.

Spyglass 1708 is quite simply the nicest and most comfortable holiday home that you'll find! Making it one of the best holiday cottages in Whitby, North Yorkshire.

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Tasteful, Neutral Tones and All Mod-cons Give Spyglass 1708 an Understated Elegance.

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