Anchor Bay Holidays review

Updated October 17, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team

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Our verdict

Anchor Bay Holidays offers self catering holiday lets along the Yorkshire coast and inland countryside around Filey, Whitby and Bridlington. Anchor Bay Holidays suits families, couples and groups seeking cozy retreats, beach access homes with pools and spacious houses with hot tubs plus local guidance.

Key facts

Best for
Yorkshire coastal lets with local guidance
Legal entity
Anchor Bay Holidays Limited↗
Support channels
Phone↗
Official website
anchorbayholidays.uk

Facts checked October 17, 2026, 1 source

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Focuses on Yorkshire coast lets around Filey with beach access options
  • Offers cottages, apartments, beach houses and lodges for varied group needs
  • Equips each stay with Wi-Fi, made beds, towels, cots and coffee machines
  • Provides local recommendations for villages, walks, sights and countryside rambles

Cons

  • Covers only Yorkshire, so travelers wanting other regions look elsewhere
  • Centers on self catering lets rather than hotels or escorted tours
  • Collections group by season or feature, which limits browsing outside those themes
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Scored 8.1 / 10 by NomadCue.

Who it suits

  • Families wanting spacious coastal homes with hot tubs
  • Couples seeking cozy retreats near beaches and countryside
  • Walkers exploring cliffs, moors, valleys and market towns

Who should look elsewhere

  • Guests preferring hotels over self catering lets

Our full take

Holiday accommodation on the Yorkshire coast, including apartments, beach houses, lodges and cottages at The Bay Filey.

How Anchor Bay Holidays compares

Frequently asked questions

What type of stays does Anchor Bay Holidays provide?+

Anchor Bay Holidays provides self catering holiday lets on the Yorkshire coast and nearby countryside. The range includes apartments, beach houses, lodges and cottages around Filey and the wider coast. Properties include cozy retreats, homes with direct beach access and pools, and larger family houses with hot tubs.

What is included in each holiday home?+

Each home includes Wi-Fi throughout, beds prepared for arrival, and bath and hand towels for guests. Families receive a travel cot and high chair, alongside a coffee machine, hairdryer and iron. The comforts help groups settle quickly and enjoy characterful accommodation without packing extra household items.

Who benefits most from booking with Anchor Bay Holidays?+

Anchor Bay Holidays serves families, couples and groups seeking a Yorkshire base for coast and countryside exploration. An expert local team recommends sights, walks and attractions near each home. Travelers who want personal guidance alongside self catering comfort find the approach especially helpful.

Which holiday homes come with a swimming pool or a hot tub?+

Some properties give guests direct access to the beach and use of a swimming pool, while larger family houses include a hot tub. Anyone who wants a pool or a hot tub can pick a home with that feature.

Can a stay with Anchor Bay Holidays serve as a base for hiking in the Dales?+

Yes, guests can use a home on the coast as a starting point for walks across the Yorkshire Dales, because the hills are within easy travelling distance. The mix of cliffs, moors and market towns gives walkers plenty of variety.

Sources

  • anchorbayholidays.uk/about checked October 17, 2026

    Backs: Legal entity, Support channels

    “Anchor Bay Holidays Limited is an award winning company established by Anthony and Kirstie Smith”

  • anchorbayholidays.uk checked October 9, 2026

    Backs: Description

Compiled from 2 source pages, checked October 17, 2026. We did not open an account.

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Anchor Bay Holidays

Anchor Bay Holidays

Yorkshire coastal lets with local guidance

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