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The location for exploring York is fantastic.

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Dishwasher, high chair
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Living area
Dining
Interior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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York
  • Place, York Christmas Market
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shambles
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, York Minster
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the area

York

With a stay at this cottage in York (City Centre), you'll be a 2-minute walk from Shambles and 7 minutes by foot from York Minster. .This cottage is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from University of York and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from York Racecourse.

What's nearby

  • York Christmas Market - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • York City Walls - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Shambles - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • York Minster - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • York Station - 11 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Drift-In Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dusk - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Yates York - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Byron - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The location for exploring York is fantastic.

The location for exploring York is fantastic. Right in the heart of the City and surrounded by history and with so many dining options to choose from. Only 5 minute walk to York Minster.. 25 steps to entrance.

All on the Ground Floor:

Living/dining room: Smart TV, Netflix

Kitchen: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher

Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and Highchair available. Welcome pack. Public car park, at cost, 5 minutes away. No smoking.. Roof Tops in York is a charming second-floor apartment, offering a perfect blend of modern comfort and historic character. Designed for four guests, the apartment boasts original features that add to its charm. A double and king-size bedroom, ensue a restful stay. The bathroom includes a bath with a shower over. The well-equipped kitchen is fitted with electric appliances, and the inviting living and dining area is complete with a large smart TV.

Step outside, into the heart of York, a City steeped in over 2000 years of history. The iconic York Minster is just a five-minute walk away, visitors can climb the tower for breathtaking views or delve into the undercroft to uncover remnants of the ancient Roman fortress. York’s vibrant bars and restaurants are within easy reach.

The Fossgate Quarter is famous for its unique eateries, while the City’s bustling streets showcase some of Europe’s finest street artists. Explore The Shambles, the enchanting medieval street that inspired Diagon Alley in Harry Potter, or lose yourself in York’s hidden Snickleways. Ghost Tours provide an eerie but fun experience. With over 300 pubs, you’ll never be short of a place to stop and enjoy a drink.

Enjoy a boat trip along the River Ouse or spend a day at York Racecourse. Must-visit attractions include the Jorvik Viking Centre, National Railway Museum, Clifford’s Tower, and York’s Chocolate Story. For those looking to venture further, the breathtaking North Yorkshire Moors National Park and the historic seaside town of Whitby are just an hour’s drive away.

Free WiFi



There are steps to the property.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which has a kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
This smoke-free cottage features fishing on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Fishing

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and clean apt. Only downside was the huge amount of stairs, rough sheets, no mattress protector, completely flat pillows, and a nespresso machine was provided but no capsules. Otherwise it was a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025