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The Shambles – Golden Row Retreat - A premium stay that sleeps 4 guests

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TV
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, Internet
Dining
Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom49 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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York, North Yorkshire
  • Place, Shambles
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Jorvik Viking Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, York Minster
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the area

York

With a stay at this cottage in York (City Centre), you'll be steps from Shambles and 6 minutes by foot from York Minster. .This cottage is 1.2 mi (2 km) from University of York and 2 mi (3.2 km) from York Racecourse.

What's nearby

  • Shambles - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • York City Walls - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • York Christmas Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • York Minster - 5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • York Station - 13 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cresci Pizzeria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Stonebow - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ye Old Shambles Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Market Cat - ‬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 Shambles – Golden Row Retreat - A premium stay that sleeps 4 guests

Welcome to The Shambles - Golden Row Retreat, a charming one bedroom apartment located right on the world famous Shambles in the heart of York. Set within a beautifully refurbished historic building, with all apartments fully renovated to a high standard in 2026, the interiors throughout offer a fresh, relaxing and charming atmosphere, creating a calm and cohesive vibe across the entire building.

Steeped in history and lined with medieval timber framed buildings, The Shambles is one of the most picturesque and well preserved historic streets in England. Staying here means immersing yourself in the magic of York’s past while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of boutique shops, quaint cafés and traditional pubs right on your doorstep - all while retreating to a space that feels serene and thoughtfully designed.

Situated up the second staircase as you enter the building, this beautifully appointed apartment comfortably accommodates up to four guests. The master bedroom provides a cosy and restful retreat, while the sofa bed in the lounge offers additional sleeping space for two, all styled to reflect the building’s newly refreshed, tranquil vibe.

The living area is bathed in natural light, thanks to large glass windows that offer stunning views of St. Crux Church and the charming cobbled streets below. It’s the perfect spot to relax, unwind, and watch the world go by.

Whether you’re visiting York for its history, culture, or simply a relaxing getaway, The Shambles - Golden Row Retreat places you in the heart of it all - combining an iconic location with freshly refurbished interiors and a calm, inviting atmosphere throughout the whole building for an unforgettable stay.

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Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, featuring a kitchen with an oven and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a dryer.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 527 square feet

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 not indicated whether there is a 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
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

652155

The Shambles – Golden Row Retreat - A premium stay that sleeps 4 guests Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was clean, great amenities, great location (although if you are sleeping on the sofa bed it can be loud at night, to be expected for the location right on the shambles). Easy check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliet B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the flat in The Shambles. The location was perfect and the facilities were lovely. Thank you for looking after us!!
Beautiful kitchen
Comfy bedroom
View of a York tower from the bedroom window.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

Unit was spacious and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Myself and my family with 2 young children stayed 4 nights. It was comfortable and had all the basics that we needed. I felt safe and quiet. They allowed us an early check-in. The location was absolutely fantastic and we could walk to everything. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025