Title: Duck Down Cottage - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Duck Down Cottage Cottage with kitchen, 7-minute walk to Whitby Harbour ## Photo gallery for Duck Down Cottage ![Dining - Duck Down Cottage (Whitby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106300000/106292100/106292058/94dd0869.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Duck Down Cottage (Whitby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106300000/106292100/106292058/e6e23e07.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Duck Down Cottage (Whitby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106300000/106292100/106292058/671a1531.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Duck Down Cottage (Whitby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106300000/106292100/106292058/d387da05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker - Duck Down Cottage (Whitby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106300000/106292100/106292058/38952ac6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Near Whitby Harbour, Duck Down Cottage provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2646 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 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 ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - One pet total - Fee: GBP 30 - Service animals exempt from fees ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 646 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115430000/115428600/115428533/24f26d92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Duplex in Whitby near the Beach Whitby - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Microwave 9.6 Exceptional 25 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=115428533&PinnedHotelID=115428533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44520000/44510200/44510155/d5fe2dbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blue Peter @ Engine Shed Whitby - Kitchen - Washer - Parking included - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $818 CA $981 total includes taxes & fees Dec 28 - Dec 29 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=44510155&PinnedHotelID=44510155&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45860000/45851000/45850927/cece8375.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A beautiful fisherman's cottage in the heart of Staithes Staithes - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=45850927&PinnedHotelID=45850927&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90930000/90920900/90920888/fb6aeb4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 17th Century cottage in the heart of smugglers fishing village. 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Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 490518 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.48606%2C-0.61609&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nkldDkyNVcyieU_RtT5cc8-RPwI=) Whitby #### What's nearby - Whalebone Arch \- 6 min walk \- 0.5 km - Whitby Harbour \- 6 min walk \- 0.5 km - Whitby Pavilion \- 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - Whitby Abbey \- 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - Whitby Beach \- 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 Esk Vaults - ‬2 min walk - ‪Java - ‬2 min walk - ‪The Plough Inn - ‬4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Duck Down Cottage pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Duck Down Cottage? ### What time is check-out at Duck Down Cottage? ### Where is Duck Down Cottage located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Duck Down Cottage Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 14 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colin Sep 12, 2025 #### 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 ##### Colin This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark Nov 24, 2024 #### Great stay great location for the town. Really nice inside and a reasonable rate would have liked to recycle our rubbish ##### Mark This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cameron Jul 23, 2024 #### 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 ##### Cameron This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Phil Apr 30, 2025 #### Good Good stay excellent location, just not quite enough room to eat comfortably on the table ##### Phil This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane Jan 13, 2025 #### 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! ##### Diane This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane Dec 23, 2024 #### Utterly fabulous! Lovely host, great place to stay Self catering facilities but we didn't cook Loved the cosiness and warmth Ability to work at table with free wifi Shower powerful Ample hooks and hangers (not a given in Whitby) Great little shelves each side of bed for phone, glasses, cup of tea Soft blue throw was nice to use Gorgeous internal wooden doors with latches Chest of drawers so useful and a mobile mirror and a full length one Location super I am already looking forward to coming again 🙂 No shelf in the bathroom for hair/skin products Duvet quite unforgiving .. but did not taint the stay at all, just mentioning ##### Diane This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa Aug 18, 2025 #### 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. ##### Lisa This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elaine Aug 14, 2025 #### Wedding Lovely location .clean and just homely ##### Elaine This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### richard Sep 7, 2025 #### 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 ##### richard This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie Dec 30, 2024 #### Perfect Christmas retreat Self catering it was lovely with lovely Christmas surprises Everything was perfect definitely go again ##### Julie This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie May 10, 2025 #### 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 ##### Melanie This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren Aug 24, 2024 #### Cute little cottage in the perfect location! Provided the perfect base for exploring beautiful Whitb Everything! ##### Lauren This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie Mar 5, 2025 #### What I needed Has everything we needed ##### Julie ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Holiday Inn Express Hamilton by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hamilton.h1889137.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury Beach House Rental with Hot Tub, 30 meters to Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Looe-Hotels-Luxury-Beach-House-Rental-With-Hot-Tub.h27313935.Hotel-Information) > > [Bonkle House](https://www.expedia.ca/Wishaw-Hotels-Bonkle-House.h15996183.Hotel-Information) > > [Unique Luxury Escapes](https://www.expedia.ca/Diss-Hotels-Unique-Luxury-Escapes.h29745570.Hotel-Information) > > [Windermere Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Hotels-Windermere-Manor-Hotel.h22280374.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Travelodge-Gatwick-Airport-Central.h10160516.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Peterborough-Marriott-Hotel.h691233.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Peterborough.h2254377.Hotel-Information) > > [The Pearl Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-The-Pearl-Hotel.h6335144.Hotel-Information) > > [The Manor House](https://www.expedia.ca/Scarborough-Hotels-The-Manor-House.h44509462.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Hamilton Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Hamilton-Park.h33810078.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Peterborough by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Peterborough.h281577.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn by Wyndham Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Peterborough.h2928593.Hotel-Information) > > [No Man's Fort](https://www.expedia.ca/Portsmouth-Hotels-No-Mans-Fort.h11536410.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Northampton](https://www.expedia.ca/Northampton-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Northampton-Town-Centre.h12543.Hotel-Information) > > [Novotel Milton Keynes](https://www.expedia.ca/Milton-Keynes-Hotels-Novotel-Milton-Keynes.h892420.Hotel-Information) > > [Camelot Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Tintagel-Hotels-Camelot-Castle-Hotel.h8083111.Hotel-Information) > > [Pennyhill Park Hotel And Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Bagshot-Hotels-Pennyhill-Park-Hotel-And-Spa.h517256.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson BLU Hotel Durham](https://www.expedia.ca/Durham-Hotels-Radisson-BLU-Hotel-Durham.h2226171.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h7234788.Hotel-Information) > > [Heated indoor pool & spa, countryside holiday cottage near the beach & park](https://www.expedia.ca/Hastings-Hotels-Heated-Indoor-Pool-Spa.h18971402.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Lumley Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Chester-Le-Street-Hotels-Lumley-Castle-Hotel.h175571.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandman Signature London Gatwick Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Crawley-Hotels-Sandman-Signature-London-Gatwick-Hotel.h6579.Hotel-Information) > > [The Harlow Hotel By AccorHotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Harlow-Hotels-The-Harlow-Hotel-By-AccorHotels.h950.Hotel-Information) > > [Pinewood Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Ibstock-Hotels-Pinewood-Lodge.h17183221.Hotel-Information) > > [The Crown hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Woodbridge-Hotels-The-Crown-Hotel.h520172.Hotel-Information)