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Self-catering accommodation in York and holiday cottages close by to rent

What can – or rather can’t – be said about the majestic walled city of York, with its Roman roots and a Viking past, famed for its magnificent Gothic cathedral, one of the largest of its kind in Northern Europe. With the national Rail Museum located there (there is a total of thirty world-class museums in the city to explore), a chocolate factory with a 3,000 year tour of chocolate making, the Jorvik Viking Museum, York Racecourse and the wonderful retail experience that is the Shambles, with its narrow cobbled streets and ancient, preserved architecture throughout.

Holiday houses in York city and cottages in villages close by are listed below. Some quiet rural locations as well as vibrant historic city accommodation. Browse the selection and if you still need help deciding, contact us!:

Living room/dining room | Apartment 1 - York Riverside Apartments, York

Apartment 1 - UK2858, York, Yorkshire, YO1 9RD.

Spacious lower ground floor city centre apartment with two bedrooms and a double sofa bed, perfect for accommodating up to six people comfortably. Modern amenities, stylish décor, and a...

  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Pets – not allowed
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Living area | Poppy Cottage - Hoxne Cottages, Strensall, near York

Poppy Cottage - UK2726, Strensall, near York, Yorkshire, YO32 5TL.

A stunning contemporary holiday home just 7 miles from York and with a private hot tub. A peaceful rural location with local village amenities.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Open plan living space | Rose Cottage - Hoxne Cottages, Strensall, near York

Rose Cottage - UK2725, Strensall, near York, Yorkshire, YO32 5TL.

Newly built in 2021 to a very good standard, offering contemporary accommodation and accessible facilities. Dog friendly and with hot tub - a real gem.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Wonderfully designed open plan living area with bi-fold doors to the garden | The Carriage House - Station House Cottages, Upper Poppleton, near York

The Carriage House, Upper Poppleton, near York, Yorkshire, YO26 6PX.

Just 2 miles from the medieval city of York, this quaint property offers high-quality holiday accommodation with beautiful views over the surrounding fields.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Delightful living room with wood burner | The Station House - Station House Cottages, Upper Poppleton, near York

The Station House, Upper Poppleton, near York, Yorkshire, YO26 6PX.

Just a 5-minute train ride into York city centre, this charming former station house provides all the comforts needed for a wonderful and relaxing break.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Staying in York City

Aside from its incredible history heritage and culture, it’s a self-caterer’s delight as a centre. There is all you would expect from a major European city on the retail, epicurean, entertainment, culture and drinks front. Yet at the same time, it is compact enough to be able to walk. You can imbibe where old seamlessly and relaxingly meets new. The city is also well known for hosting a festival of some description – music, theatre, food, drink, arts - each month of the year. City apartments in York, especially the large ones that accommodate eight plus people get booked far in advance during the holiday season,

Location-wise, it’s also hard to beat, placed as it is half-way between the two capital cities of Edinburgh and London. The North Yorkshire Moors, Yorkshire Dales and the Wolds start but a few miles outside the city boundaries.