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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!:

Hot tub | Gilbertson Cottage, York

Gilbertson Cottage, York, Yorkshire, YO19 6BQ.

Welcoming guests on a luxurious stay in the countryside, the beautiful Gilbertson Cottage enjoys a peaceful rural location just 8 miles from the historical city of York.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Exterior | Duck Cottage, Tholthorpe, near York

Duck Cottage, Tholthorpe, near York, Yorkshire, YO61 1SL.

Situated between the North York Moors National Park and the Yorkshire Dales in the picturesque village of Tholthorpe is the beautiful Duck Cottage.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
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Living room/dining room | Westfield Stables, Kirk Hammerton, near Knaresborough

Westfield Stables, Kirk Hammerton, near Knaresborough, Yorkshire, YO26 8DU.

This beautiful property is in a great spot for exploring this part of Yorkshire, with Harrogate, York and the Yorkshire Dales within easy reach.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Exterior | Morning Mist, Strensall, near York

Morning Mist, Strensall, near York, Yorkshire, YO32 5BJ.

Open plan, dog friendly, shepherds hut, oozing charm, with a wood burner and wood-fired hot tub.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
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Living area | Apartment 8 - York Riverside Apartments, York

Apartment 8 - UK2864, York, Yorkshire, YO1 9RD.

We just love the city centre location of this apartment, perfect for enjoying York’s vibrant restaurant scene and some great shopping too!. All on the second floor. Open plan living space....

  • Golf nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • 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.

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