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Host & Stay | Middle Farmhouse

House in Lythe, United Kingdom

8 guests·4 bedrooms·2 bathrooms

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Relaxed coastal retreat with private parking and garden access.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Easy access to Whitby and Sandsend for day trips.

Group & Family Friendly

Group & Family Friendly

Dog-friendly, spacious gathering spot for family groups.

Property details

Settled in the sleepy village of Lythe, Middle Farmhouse is the perfect place for a coastal retreat. The beautiful, Grade II listed building sleeps up to 8 guests so if you are looking for a truly special break near Whitby and Sandsend, this is the place for you. With outdoor space and private parking this is the answer to a stress free break by the sea. Pets: Allowed (maximum 1). Smoking: Not allowed. Events: Not allowed. Suitable for: children and infants. Additional rules: Host & Stay are committed to our owners that their homes are protected during bookings. For this reason, we require all of our guests to transfer a £250.00 Damage Deposit (subject to a £10.00 administration charge) or, to purchase an Accidental Damage Waiver for £25.00 which will cover you for up to £500.00 of accidental damage during your stay. Middle Farmhouse is postcard perfect. With a quaint and charming feel, this stunning Grade II listed building is bound to impress. Recently refurbished to the highest standard, the interiors have been carefully curated to create a seriously stylish space. Upon entering the living room, you’ll feel at home at once. The luxury, velvet sofas frame the room perfectly making it the ideal place to enjoy quality time with friends and family. Subtle artwork adorns the walls and black metal furniture adds an attractive contrast. A large, flat screen TV sits above the wooden fireplace so you can catch up on your favourite shows after a long day of exploring North Yorkshire. The kitchen / dining area is light and airy. Modern appliances work perfectly with the countryside style and the house retains its charm with beautiful exposed beams and white windows. You’ll have everything you need for a stay in Lythe as the kitchen is fully equipped with a dishwasher, fridge freezer, oven, washing machine, microwave and toaster. There is even a coffee machine so you can enjoy a fresh, tasty coffee each morning! You can entertain friends and family at the large dining table which Is accompanied with stylish chairs and a bench. All of the bedrooms are comfy and welcoming with elegant furnishings. The clean style is executed flawlessly as the neutral colour palettes are contrasted with pops of jewel colours. Industrial light fixtures and dark wood wardrobes add depth. You’ll wake up feeling well rested after a blissful night’s sleep in any of the comfortable beds at Middle Farmhouse. The bathrooms are modern and bright. One features a large walk in shower and the other is complete with a bath and overhead shower. Outside you’ll find the secret garden. This lush green space is ideal for children to play and dogs to explore. Guests have access to the full property. The keys to Middle Farmhouse are accessed via a secure key safe and full details will be provided shortly before your arrival date. There is private parking available at the property for up to four vehicles depending on size, and there is also additional free parking nearby. We’re always available for our guests so please don’t hesitate to get in touch The small village of Lythe is quaint and relaxed. It is perfectly located on the North Yorkshire coast - just a short 20-minute walk to Sandsend and less than 10-minutes into Whitby by car. Lythe sits on the Cleveland Way so you can uncover a haven of woodland and moorland during your stay. Sandsend sits at the end of almost 3 miles of sandy beach, west along the bay from Whitby. Watch the surfers bob in the distance as you stretch your legs along the shores. Soak up the sea air as you feel the sand beneath your toes. Head into Whitby and explore everything the seaside town has to offer. Visit the infamous Whitby Abbey which went on to inspire Bram Stoker’s gothic novel ‘Dracula’. Try the local catch of the day in one of the many fish restaurants, enjoy a drink in a cosy pub and feel nostalgia in the arcades which line Pier Road. You can’t miss the beautiful Blue Flag West Cliff beach which is complete with colourful huts on the promenade. We welcome 1 small, well behaved dog.

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Bunk Bed

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Parking

    Parking

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Heating

    Heating

  • Fireplace

    Fireplace

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

  • Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi

  • Balcony

    Balcony

Guest reviews

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Harriet

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September 2026

I was impressed by the QR code with a comprehensive guide to the property. I would have taken the bed home with me if I could! Really great but two things to note: - The back garden had a gate that didn't close fully behind some bushes so if your dog is small and committed to escaping, that may be a concern. It was fine with our dog though. - There are two sets of stairs which are both quite steep. My toddler was obsessed with them and the set in the living room aren't easy to conceal from toddlers. If your child doesn't use stairs safely, that may be worth considering.

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Anne

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July 2026

Pluses - Lovely interior of the cottage - even better than photos. Lovely bedrooms, spacious & plenty of room for all of us, including dog. Comfortable living room with good functioning smart TV. Quiet area & away from traffic, & small garden with table outside (for about 4 people comfortably). Cons - no manuals for equipment, either in kitchen or online, non- functioning of main oven, not a brilliantly equipped kitchen for so many people (fine for breakfast & light lunches), needs another ensuite for more than 4 people. Small toilet downstairs - toilet & washbasin clean, paintwork dirty. Difficult to get any in person help with oven equipment (we only had pizzas to warm up & had to do them one at a time under top oven grill which was primitive) - all communication was through chat box type of communication, which was unsatisfactory.

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Amelia

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June 2026

Lovely Cottage Large bedrooms Very nicely decorated Garden needed a mow and only had a picnic table, area was so peaceful and weather was fab, we would have liked more comfy outdoor seating ( 7 of us squished around a picnic table)

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Garry

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June 2026

Property just off the main road through Lythe, easy to miss on first attempt, .first impressions the gardens weren’t maintained when we arrived, if elderly in party walkway through back door and gate garden tricky with gravelled walkway. As described inside property bedrooms spacious, living room and kitchen. Location ideal to Sands End, Whitby saltburn, runswick bay…wouldn’t class the walk down to Sands End as moderate hill as quite steep and not recommended for elderly , also after a pleasant afternoon, evening,you wouldn’t relish the walk back up. Gardener did turn up on 3rd day of our 4 night break and cut the front and side garden then left the back garden.? Great village shop 2 minutes away with home made cakes pastries. Overall enjoyed the stay and the above comments just info for other holiday makers to consider

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

Pets allowed

No smoking

No parties

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