Holiday home to rent in Filey (2mls S), North Yorkshire

Accommodation details

Enjoy gorgeous sea views from this light and airy apartment which is just a short stroll from the beach and close to a variety of lovely walks. Perfect for a solo adventure or couple's escape, it also welcomes two dogs and can sleep a child on the sofa bed. Access to the first-floor apartment is via 13 internal steps at the back of the large house.

Inside, you'll find a sociable, open-plan living space which includes a bijou corner kitchen designed with everything you'll need for creating romantic meals. In the lounge/dining area there's a sofa and a sofa bed, plus a Smart TV with a DVD and Sky – ideal for an entertaining evening at home. When you're ready for a good night's sleep, head through to the double bedroom, which boasts ample storage and an en-suite shower room.

Another great bonus is the private, decked terrace, which is safely enclosed and includes outdoor furniture for dining in the fresh air as you enjoy the fabulous views over the field towards Filey Bay. With easy access to the 5-mile beach below, the apartment is just 1.5 miles along the coast path from the popular destination of Filey.

This former fishing village boasts lovely Edwardian architecture, a historic promenade and a traditional seaside atmosphere, with amusement arcades, quirky shops, fish and chips and ice-cream parlours. Try some water sports, watch the sea birds, go fossil hunting or hike the long-distance Cleveland Way, which runs through the North York Moors and along the coast.

If you feel like a day further afield, Scarborough and Bridlington are both only 9.5 miles away.