Buddy, good on you for being extra careful and I'm so glad you and the good lady have had a great time. Ironically, while you've been there Scarborough/Whitby have become tier 3 so no harm done.
Personally, we were looking to stay once again at Ravens Hall Hotel. A splendid old stately castle like establishment. Pomp and grandeur and you pay for what you get. Good food and wine and the service is really friendly and warm. Nice big open frieplace to sit around which the owners encourage you to top up with coal and logs. Nice with a large brandy after a meal.
Alas as we were tier 3 we never pursued it, wish we had now reading your post....bloody jealous really![]()