Robin Hood's Bay

Discover one of England's most picturesque coastal villages, where winding cobbled alleyways, dramatic cliffs, hidden history and unforgettable coastal adventures await.

Welcome to Robin Hood's Bay

There’s something about Robin Hood's Bay that keeps people coming back. Perhaps it’s the winding cobbled alleyways that lead down to the sea, the sound of the waves echoing around the village, or the feeling that life naturally slows down as soon as you arrive. Whatever it is, many of our guests tell us they visited for the first time and they fell in love and many more have been returning year after year ever since.

As a small, local Holiday Cottage Booking Agency that specialises in Robin Hood's Bay we’re lucky enough to experience this special place on the daily. We know the best places to watch the sunrise, the quiet corners of the beach when the tide is out, and the walks that reward you with breathtaking views along the Yorkshire Coast. We also know that no two visits are ever quite the same. Every season brings something different, whether it’s spring wildflowers along the clifftops, summer evenings spent on the beach, colourful autumn walks across the North York Moors or cosy winter weekends beside a roaring fire after a day exploring.

A Village Full of Character

Robin Hood's Bay is one of the most distinctive villages on the Yorkshire Coast. Once a thriving fishing community with a colourful smuggling past, today it offers visitors the chance to escape the pace of everyday life while still enjoying plenty to see and do. Wander through the maze of narrow ginnels and historic cottages, browse independent shops, enjoy fresh local food and discover stories hidden around almost every corner. It’s a village that rewards curiosity, where taking a wrong turn often leads to another beautiful view or a hidden passage you hadn’t noticed before.

The Beach and Coastal Walks

The beach is one of the village's biggest attractions. Robin Hood's Bay's Beaches stretch out beneath dramatic cliffs and forms part of the famous Yorkshire Dinosaur Coast. At low tide, visitors gather to explore rock pools, search for fossils and skim stones across the sea, while walkers enjoy miles of coastline in either the direction of Whitby or Scarborough. It's the sort of place where children can spend hours discovering tiny sea creatures, and adults quickly rediscover the simple pleasure of beach-combing along the shoreline.

For those who love the outdoors, Robin Hood's Bay is perfectly placed to explore both the spectacular coastline and the North York Moors National Park. The Cleveland Way National Trail passes through the village, offering unforgettable coastal walks with panoramic sea views, while the famous Coast to Coast Walk finishes here after crossing northern England from St.Bees. There are gentler routes too, including the Cinder Track, making the area just as appealing for leisurely strolls, family adventures and cycling holidays.

Dog Friendly Stays and Outdoor Adventures

If you're travelling with your four-legged friend, you'll find Robin Hood's Bay is wonderfully welcoming with it's all year round dog friendly beach(es). Many local cafés, pubs and walking routes are dog friendly, and there are countless opportunities to enjoy long walks together along the coast and through the surrounding countryside. At Baytown Holiday Cottages, we're proud to offer an extensive collection of dog-friendly holiday cottages where dogs stay free, making it even easier to enjoy a coastal break with every member of the family.

Exploring the Yorkshire Coast

Robin Hood's Bay is also an ideal base for discovering more of the Yorkshire Coast. Whitby, Staithes, Sandsend, Runswick Bay, Saltburn and Scarborough are all within easy reach. The North York Moors National Park which Robin Hood's Bay calls home and sits on the coastal edge of opens up a landscape of heather-covered moorland, ancient woodland, picturesque villages and scenic drives. Whether you're planning family holidays packed with adventure, a walking holiday, a romantic weekend by the sea or simply time to relax and recharge, you'll never run out of places to explore.

Stay with Baytown Holiday Cottages

At Baytown Holiday Cottages, we believe where you stay is just as important as where you visit. Our hand-picked collection of Robin Hood's Bay holiday cottages and cottages in neighbouring Fylingthorpe offer a range of choice, from cosy cottages for couples or solo travellers to larger properties for families and groups. As a small local team of two, we're always happy to share our favourite walks, places to eat and hidden gems to help you enjoy the very best of Robin Hood's Bay.

We hope you'll come to love this special corner of the Yorkshire Coast as much as we do.

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Stay with Baytown Holiday Cottages

Robin Hood’s Bay is the kind of place that’s best enjoyed when you have a comfortable base to come back to after a day of exploring. At Baytown Holiday Cottages, we manage a hand-picked collection of cottages in Robin Hood’s Bay and nearby Fylingthorpe, chosen for their character, comfort and location. Whether you’re planning a romantic break, a family holiday, group stay, solo adventures or a dog-friendly escape, we’ll help you find the right place to stay so you can make the most of your time on the Yorkshire Coast.

Explore our collection and find your Robin Hood’s Bay cottage and coastal stay.