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Self Catering Holiday Cottage
York
Yorkshire
Prime City Setting Within Walking Distance of York Top Sights Situated in a prime residential position near Homestead Park, this stylish character holiday cottage offers an ideal urban retreat within easy walking distance of central York. Stroll into the historic city centre along scenic riverside paths beside the River Ouse to discover world-class attractions, including York Minster, The Shambles, Betty’s Tea Rooms, Clifford’s Tower, the National Railway Museum, and York Art Gallery. Families can enjoy the nearby play park and flower gardens at Homestead Park, while shoppers have quick driving access to Monks Cross and the York Designer Outlet. Positioned just off major route connections, the property also serves as a convenient launchpad for day trips to Castle Howard, Beningbrough Hall, the North York Moors, and the Yorkshire Coast.
Period Character Interiors with Victorian Fireplace Combining authentic historic features with trendy up-cycled furnishings and eye-catching fabrics, this three-storey city cottage offers a warm, home-from-home layout:
Fireside Lounge & Dining Room: A spacious open-plan living area featuring a stunning original Victorian open fireplace, comfortable seating, Smart TV/DVD, and a bright dining area for family meals.
Galley-Style Fitted Kitchen: Fully equipped for self-catering with an electric oven and hob, fridge with freezer box, washing machine, and essential cookware.
Ground-Floor Shower Room: Located just off the kitchen, complete with a walk-in shower enclosure, washbasin, and WC.
First-Floor Master Double Bedroom & Dressing Room: Accessed via classic steep cottage stairs, featuring a stylish double bedroom and a separate dedicated dressing room with its own en-suite WC.
Second-Floor Attic Twin Bedroom: A second set of steep winding stairs leads up to a cozy converted loft twin bedroom (note: features sloped ceilings with restricted head height in places).
Private Enclosed Courtyard & Off-Road Parking At the rear of the cottage, a fully enclosed courtyard garden with a paved patio and outdoor seating offers a quiet spot for al fresco drinks and summer evenings. The property also benefits from a private off-road parking space to the rear (note: space is compact and best suited for standard/small cars).
Key Highlights
Property Style: Three-storey city cottage (Sleeps 4 across 2 bedrooms: 1 double, 1 twin)
Target Search Focus: York city holiday cottage / central York walkable accommodation
Location: Walking distance to York city centre; adjacent to Homestead Park and River Ouse paths
Character Touches: Victorian open-fire, separate dressing room with WC, and courtyard patio
City Convenience: Fully equipped self-catering kitchen, washing machine, and Wi-Fi
Parking: Private off-road rear parking space for 1 standard-sized car
Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week.
Sleeps 4, Pets Welcome
