Cosy York Retreat | Walk to City Centre

Enjoy a stay in this charming Victorian terrace, just a 15-minute walk from York Minster and the heart of the city.

Full of character, with original period features and modern touches, the house offers two comfortable double bedrooms, a cosy living space and a private south-west facing courtyard, perfect for relaxing after a day exploring.

Whether you're visiting for a weekend break or a longer stay, it's a great base to discover everything York has to offer.

The property has two spacious double bedrooms, one with a king-size bed and the other with a standard double, comfortably sleeping up to four guests.

You'll also find a cosy living area, a fully equipped kitchen and a family bathroom. The kitchen and bathroom are a little more traditional in style, but both have everything you need for a comfortable stay.

Outside, there's a private south-west facing courtyard, perfect for enjoying a morning coffee, an afternoon drink or some food in the sunshine.

On-street permit parking available for guests.

Access through the front door, you will have use of the full property, including our spacious courtyard. There is a back alley for bringing bikes into the courtyard.

The key box code is sent out 2 days before check in around 4pm via the messages on Airbnb.

One of the best things about staying here is being able to enjoy York like a local, while still being within easy walking distance of everything the city has to offer.

York Minster is around a 15-minute walk away, and from there you can easily explore the cobbled streets of the Shambles, the independent shops along Stonegate, the historic city walls and the many cafés, pubs and restaurants tucked away throughout the centre.

For food and drink, head to Fossgate and Walmgate, two of York's best streets for independent restaurants, relaxed bars and great places to eat. Spark is another favourite, with street food, drinks and a lively atmosphere. Shambles Market is worth visiting for local traders, fresh food and independent stalls.

If you fancy something a little quieter, take a stroll along the River Ouse, explore the Museum Gardens or enjoy a picnic in Rowntree Park. York is a lovely city to explore on foot, with plenty of little streets and hidden corners to discover along the way.

There's also plenty to keep families entertained, including the National Railway Museum, JORVIK Viking Centre, York's Chocolate Story and the York Castle Museum.

For a day out beyond the city, Castle Howard, the North York Moors and the Yorkshire coast are all worth exploring.

The house itself is set in a residential neighbourhood, giving you a more relaxed place to return to after a busy day sightseeing, while keeping York's shops, restaurants and attractions within easy reach.

One of the best things about staying here is how easy it is to explore York on foot!

York Minster is just a 15-minute walk away, with the city centre, shops, restaurants, pubs and main attractions all within easy walking distance. Once you're in the centre, everything is fairly close together, so there's really no need to use your car during your stay.

York is a fantastic city for walking, with its cobbled streets, historic city walls and plenty of little independent shops and cafés to discover along the way.

York Railway Station is also within easy reach, with regular connections to Leeds, Manchester, London and Edinburgh.

For those wanting to explore further afield, local buses, taxis and train services make getting around easy. There's also rear alley access to the courtyard if you're bringing bicycles.