Guests say
The Townhouse in York is highly praised for its prime location, well-equipped kitchen, and overall comfort. Guests appreciate the property's cleanliness, cosy decor, and the convenience of having a TV in every main room. Despite minor issues with parking and stairs, the house's central yet peaceful setting makes it an ideal base for exploring the city. The thoughtful touches by the owners contribute to a welcoming stay.
Guests generally report that The Townhouse is very clean, with only a few minor observations about dust under furniture. The overall high standard of cleanliness contributes positively to the guest experience.
The location is consistently lauded as perfect, being central and within walking distance to York's main attractions. It's described as peaceful despite its proximity to the city centre, making it an ideal spot for visitors.
The property is praised for its comfortable beds and cosy atmosphere. However, some guests noted that the seating in the living area was not ideal for taller individuals, and the presence of multiple stairs may not suit everyone.
Facilities are generally excellent, with a well-equipped kitchen and modern appliances. Some guests mentioned minor issues such as a loose kitchen tap and the need for clearer instructions for Wi-Fi and heating, but these do not detract significantly from the overall high quality of the facilities.
While guests have mentioned personal touches and thoughtful details, there is no specific mention of gifts. Therefore, it cannot be confirmed if gifts are provided, and they should not be expected with every stay.
About this property
Nestled in the charming city of York is this welcoming, four-storey property, The Townhouse. Enjoying an enviable location with easy access to a number of amenities, as well as desirable off-road parking spaces just a short walk from the property, The Townhouse is a magnificent escape for families and friends eager to sample Yorkshire life. Set over four floors, enter your new home away from home on the ground floor, leading into the sumptuous sitting room where you can snuggle up on the plush sofas and catch up your favourite shows on the Smart TV. The kitchen/diner is positioned on the lower-ground-floor and includes a dazzling array of appliances, including an electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge and a dishwasher so washing up will be a breeze. Serve the fruits of your labour at the dining table, or take advantage of the warmer weather and enjoy alfresco dining in the enclosed courtyard. After a filling feast, move through the property to the bedrooms; take your pick from a double with en-suite shower, a standard double and a twin, each complete with neat touches and plenty of storage space. Prepare for bed in the refreshingly tiled bathroom, where you can pour bubbles and enjoy a soothing soak in the tub or have a have a rejuvenating rinse in the shower over. When you’re ready to explore, the city of York will have you spoilt for things to do; explore the magnificent Gothic York Minster of which you can tour the towers, visit the remarkable National Trust site of the Treasurer’s House which is filled with interesting 17th and 18th century items, along with many excellent museums including York Castle Museum and the National Railway Museum, sure to please any train enthusiasts. If you’re seeking a more leisurely afternoon, why not embark on a gentle cruise along the River Ouse, offering a different perspective of the city. A little further afield rests the city of Leeds, bursting with culture and fascinating attractions, including the Royal Armouries Museum, The Emmerdale Village Tour and the Grand Theatre. Box off the attractions of Yorkshire with a stay at The Townhouse.
The Minster and its mediaeval walls, boat cruises on the River Ouse, York Races, museums, and the internationally known Jorvik Viking Centre and its "time journey" experience are just a few of the attractions in York. Whether it's summer or winter, there's something to keep the whole family entertained. Explore York's charming alleyways and hidden corners, or travel farther afield to the Yorkshire Dales, the North York Moors, or the coastal towns of Scarborough, Whitby, and Filey. Harewood House and Castle Howard are just two of the many stately mansions in Yorkshire, both of which are within an hour's drive. York, a bicycle city with two theatres, charming bars, and excellent shopping, has it everything.
Accommodation
Over four floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor double, 1 x second-floor twin.
Second-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Lower-ground-floor Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, washer/dryer.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
One dedicated private off-road parking space free of charge that's 2-3 minute walk from the house and that further additional paid parking is available in the nearby public car park.
Enclosed courtyard with furniture.
2 well behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Due to a number of steep stairs, this property is not suitable for those with limited mobility
Nearby points of interest
- York Art Gallery
- York Museum Gardens
- Yorkshire Museum
- JORVIK Viking Centre
- York Castle Museum
- National Railway Museum
- Yorkshire Air Museum
- Burnbyhall Gardens and Museum
- Shambles
Reviews (19)
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Deborah
It's quiet but right next to the Minister. There's loads of lovely restaurant, cafes and bars minutes away. The beds are comfortable and the bedding and towels were clean. The house had original sash windows so without the heating on it quickly got cold, but the heating worked quickly and soon heated it up. The little courtyard area out the back was nice. The kitchen is well equipt and large. Overall this is a lovely place, but it needs some touching up of paintwork and the shower tray is showing a bit mould. It really should be clear in the listing that there is only parking for one car, as we had two and it was really expensive to park it while we were there. The one recommended was £20 per day. This adds quite a bit to an already pretty expensive stay. One more little thing that's worth mentioning is that the handles are round and very smooth and because of their positioning they can be hard to grip easily. I had to be rescued from the toilet a couple of times because I could open the door. Lovely handles, but not the most practical. I just stopped closing the door properly .... Overall a really great central but quiet location and nice comfortable beds and sofas.
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David
The kitchen is very well equipped with a modern dishwasher and washer/dryer. The caretaker is especially helpful, local and a text message away which gave our stay a 'looked after' feel. Only minor criticism is that, being a townhouse it has a lot of steps, though this was described well in the description. One of the very best holiday houses I have every stayed in. Would definitely recommend.
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Richard
Very helpful!