Description Gull's Rest: Whitby

Overlooking the breezy North Sea, this enviably positioned apartment exudes tranquillity. Plush furniture in the neutral-toned living space encourages relaxing at every opportunity – curl up on the sofa with a cup of Yorkshire tea before sitting down with a platter of nibbles in the contemporary kitchen diner. If the sun is shining, take your pick from one of two balconies and bask in the warm weather.

When you’re keen to get to know your surroundings, it’s a two-minute stroll to Whitby Beach and fifteen minutes to the heart of town where you’ll find a number of bars, restaurants and those all-important fish and chip shops. Explore the eerie Abbey at the top of the famous 199 steps or why not try something a little different and embark on a whale-watching tour? The departure point is less than a ten-minute walk from your doorstep.

Home truths:
*This home is located on the fourth floor with no lift
*Your host provides a parking pass for the W zones in Whitby
*The large windows let in light even when the blinds are drawn – those who are light-sensitive may want to bring an eye mask
*Taller guests will need to mind their heads – the ceilings beams are quite low
*If you’re travelling by train, Whitby station is a fifteen-minute walk from the home
*There are a number of bus routes close by, connecting you to Scarborough and many coastal villages
*The wi-fi can be temperamental here