Isla House, 39 Esk Terrace

Isla House is a striking three-storey Victorian holiday home in Whitby, North Yorkshire. Built around 1860, this property sleeps eight guests and works brilliantly for larger groups wanting stylish period features combined with modern comforts. The house sits just a five-minute walk from Whitby town centre with free on-street parking available.

The location puts you right in the heart of this historic coastal town. You're 0.2 miles from local shops and pubs and 1.2 miles from the beach.

The accommodation spreads across three floors with four double bedrooms sleeping eight people. The lower ground floor has a double bedroom with en-suite shower room and patio doors to the garden. First floor features a master double and family bathroom with copper bath. Two more doubles sit on the second floor. There are two bathrooms total. Three separate living spaces include a sitting room, open-plan kitchen-diner and cosy snug, all with woodburning stoves.

Whitby Abbey (1.2 miles, 6 minutes) dominates the skyline. Captain Cook Memorial Museum (0.5 miles, 3 minutes) tells seafaring stories. Robin Hood's Bay (5.5 miles, 15 minutes) offers cliff walks. Scarborough (19.3 miles, 35 minutes) brings traditional seaside fun.

Isla House suits families and friend groups wanting period elegance near Whitby's harbour and beaches. The south-facing terraced garden provides perfect outdoor space for morning coffee and evening gatherings.