The peaceful hamlet of Dunsley is definitely a place to visit to escape the hurly-burly for a while. Dunsley is away from main roads, but easily accessible from both the A171 coastal route and the A169 that carves its way through the North York Moors to Whitby a mile or two to the west of the settlement. But for those staying there who want more than quiet, there is plenty on offer in the surrounding area. The major attraction in Dunsley is the elegant Dunsley Hall, built for a shipping magnate in the last full year of Victoria’s reign. Its mellow stone and confident architecture convey a feeling of solid Victoriana coupled with looking forward to a new era and the new century. Hidden away in trees in the village is an abandoned chapel that provides a rather sad if pretty counterpoint to the nearby Hall. Whitby is a short drive from Dunsley, with its lovely beaches and fascinating history – the Captain Cook museum is good for a rainy day, and for aficionados its associations with Bram Stoker’s Dracula can be explored. Further north up the coast and in easy reach of Dunsley, there is the seaside village of Sandsend, a resort in keeping with the idea of an old fashioned holiday by the sea, with pebble and sand beach and an air of Edwardian calm. For a more vigorous expedition the beautiful North York Moors are on the doorstep, with a huge range of hikes and scrambles available, or visits to the little villages dotted across the wild landscape – Goathland is particularly well-known because of its use in the TV series Heartbeat – before returning to the haven of Dunsley.
Places to Stay near Dunsley
Dunsley Hall Hotel (0.04 miles)
Dunsley Hall Hotel is a splendid AA 3 star rated hotel set in the quiet hamlet of Dunsley in four acres of landscaped gardens. It is located close to Whitby ... More
Raithwaite Hall (0.76 miles)
Bagdale No4 Annex (1.52 miles)
Bagdale No4 is one of two annex buildings to Bagdale Hall Hotel. Reception is at Bagdale Hall Hotel where breakfast and evening meals are served. Also all guests can use ... More
J Louisa Luxury Guest House (1.74 miles)
We offer three letting bedrooms and pride ourselves on high ... More | visit website
Viking Lodge (1.79 miles)
Cherry Blossom Luxury Guest House (1.84 miles)
Cherry Blossom Guest House offers high standards of service together with luxury accommodation, situated 15 minutes walk from Whitby town centre, sea and harbour.Whitby's well known for its cobbled streets, ... More
Salmon Leap Hotel (1.92 miles)
The Salmon Leap is situated in the beautiful village of Sleights on the bank of the river Esk, at the edge ... More | visit website
Assam House (1.95 miles)
Small and friendly Guest House in a quiet location.All rooms on first floor.Clean and comfortable.En-suite rooms with Hospitality Tray,LCD TV,DVD Player,Hair Dryer,Radio Alarm clock,Blackout curtain linings.Varied,wholesome breakfast menu.We only accept ... More
Rosewood B&B (2.03 miles)
Riftswood (2.06 miles)
Charming Victorian, family run Bed & Breakfast, quietly situated in a secluded part of Whitby, yet within close proximity to both the sea front and the bus & rail stations ... More
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