Low Moor Holiday Cottages

The moorland wind carries the scent of heather and sea salt — you're high enough to feel the North York Moors, close enough to hear Scarborough in the distance.

Low Moor suits couples after a cosy base between coast and countryside, and anyone wanting a proper roof over their head with a foot still in the outdoors — there are camping pods for that almost-camping feel, plus guest house rooms when the weather turns. Scalby sits just inland from the North Sea beaches, with the moors rolling west and the market town bustle of Scarborough a short drive south. Dog owners should ask ahead about bringing four-legged friends along.

It's a year-round spot, which tells you something about the shelter and setup. Check about campfires when you arrive — policies vary depending on where you're pitched and the season. Expect a quieter, more tucked-away vibe than the clifftop caravan parks, with that distinctly North Yorkshire mix of working farmland and walking country all around.