Title: Artistic hideaway within York’s ancient city walls Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Artistic hideaway within York’s ancient city walls Holiday home with kitchen, 9-minute walk to Shambles ## Photo gallery for Artistic hideaway within York’s ancient city walls ![Smart TV, books - Artistic hideaway within York’s ancient city walls (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90590000/90589500/90589481/f1a51aa5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Artistic hideaway within York’s ancient city walls (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90590000/90589500/90589481/dc3bccc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Artistic hideaway within York’s ancient city walls (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90590000/90589500/90589481/b051dafc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi - Artistic hideaway within York’s ancient city walls (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90590000/90589500/90589481/be6fefa5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - Artistic hideaway within York’s ancient city walls (York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90590000/90589500/90589481/8b6d29fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Bishophill, a quintessential York townhouse awaits. With original local artwork throughout, unwind in the warm and inviting open plan living area or relax in the tranquil courtyard with atmospheric lighting. Enjoy free guest WiFi, smart TV, and a well-stocked kitchen perfect for home-cooked meals. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Artistic hideaway within York’s ancient city walls Gallery inspired, quintessential York townhouse finished with original local artwork. Situated in the historic, very quiet, family neighbourhood of Bishophill, with on street parking, a stone’s throw away from York’s ancient city walls, historic sites and iconic attractions. Our guests are only a short walk away from soaking up the atmosphere of nearby Bishopthorpe Road and Micklegate, both bustling with many independent shops, cafés, award winning restaurants and traditional pubs. The space Covid-19 Awareness: To ensure the safety of all guests our cleaning agents adhere to AirBnB’s Covid-19 cleaning guidelines and will be putting extra cleaning measures in to practice between guests. The house will also be well stocked with cleaning products and hand sanitiser for our guests peace of mind. Entrance vestibule Hanging storage for coats, jackets, scarves and hats. Living area Whether you are reading a book in our comfortable armchair or chatting around the table with friends after dinner, our warm and inviting open plan living area provides the perfect setting for all occasions. With free guest wifi, smart TV, a variety of books and magazines, and a fantastic selection of vintage games, you will not be short of things to do if the weather turns sour. Kitchen Bright, spacious, stylish, well furnished - our contemporary design kitchen makes for the perfect home away from home. An abundance of carefully selected cutlery, crockery and glassware mean that if going out for the night isn’t on the agenda then no problem! Every conceivable pot, pan, and utensil is provided for you to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. Courtyard Relax in the morning sun with a coffee in our tranquil and private courtyard before heading out for the day. Atmospheric lighting means you can enjoy this space through into the evening, with outdoor dining setting and a fantastic inbuilt brick BBQ for your use. South facing courtyard allows our guests to enjoy the sunshine all day. Bathroom Heritage inspired & recently renovated bathroom. We will provide all of our guests with quality, freshly laundered towels. Our guests will also benefit from complimentary toiletries including sustainably sourced toilet paper, antibacterial hand soap, shower gel, shampoo & conditioner. Our hand soap and shower gel are hypoallergenic so they are kind on sensitive skin. We endeavour to use refills wherever possible to reduce the amount of plastic waste we generate. We do not use single use toiletries. The Green Room After a busy day exploring the city, sink into a king sized bed with luxury, fresh bed linens for a peaceful night’s rest. With ample wardrobe and storage space, and USB charging points this bedroom will leave you wanting for nothing. Traditional wooden sash windows with frosted glass panels ensure that our guests privacy is maintained at all times . Adorned in artwork created by our closest friends and family, with antique furniture, bespoke curtains and ambient lighting, this room makes for a cosy and warm retreat from the outside world. The Blue Room Retire for the evening and enjoy a restful night's sleep in a double bed with luxury, fresh bed linen. Beautifully decorated with examples of local artists' work on the walls, this bedroom is the perfect end to a busy day. Hanging and storage space for our guests with USB charging points and wall mounted smart phone holders for your convenience Other things to note Our house is situated in a very quiet, family oriented neighbourhood with elderly and young children in both neighbouring properties. We request that guests are respectful of the local community and that noise is kept to a minimum. Therefore it is unsuitable for guests who are after more of a party vibe stay. We do not host stag or hen parties for this reason. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C53.95515%2C-1.08637&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7NiB27HACxaKXsn0F_lnFf-dZ_8=) York #### What's nearby - Micklegate Bar \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - York Christmas Market \- 6 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Jorvik Viking Centre \- 6 min walk \- 0.3 miles - York City Walls \- 6 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Shambles \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles #### Getting around - York (QQY-York Train Station) - 10 min walk - Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 57 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Ackhorne Inn - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Falcon. - ‬5 min walk - ‪Golden Ball - ‬2 min walk - ‪Tank & Paddle - ‬4 min walk - ‪Partisan - ‬5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Artistic hideaway within York’s ancient city walls pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Artistic hideaway within York’s ancient city walls? ### What time is check-in at Artistic hideaway within York’s ancient city walls? ### What time is check-out at Artistic hideaway within York’s ancient city walls? ### Where is Artistic hideaway within York’s ancient city walls located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Artistic hideaway within York’s ancient city walls Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heidi F. 30 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very comfortable stay Great place to stay near city centre ##### Heidi F. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Troy O. 11 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy What a wonderful home to have stayed. My son and I stayed here for 9 nights recently late September and wanted to stay longer. The house is as listed & perfectly located to walk throughout the city center with ease. We thoroughly enjoyed the Bishy Road area for its food, shopping and nearby park along the river. A big shout out to Emily and Rowan for being the most amazing hosts and humans. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Troy O. Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 14 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay in York The flat was just what we needed for our time in York! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca A. 15 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay in perfect location! The house was perfect for us! Close enough to walk to everything you could want in York but also quiet and residential. The hosts were so wonderful as well. In fact, our stay had shifted a bit and should we have the chance, we’d book again! ##### Rebecca A. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire A. 25 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic property This is a wonderful property! It was absolutely spotless, great location and communication with the owner was fantastic. We will definitely be back. ##### Claire A. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deb G. 13 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stylish Stay This little York accommodation was beautiful. The pictures are accurate. Lovely thoughtful decor. Emily has thought of everything. We had everything we needed and then some. Thank you for the wine and goodies on arrival. Location is out of the main core yet close enough to commute (even for a senior). The bed was a little firm for our liking but that is a personal choice. Communication was excellent. We would definitely stay again if our travels bring us back to York. ##### Deb G. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia B., South Portland, Maine 3 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Truly wonderful! My husband and teen daughter stayed at this propery for two nights ( wish it was more). It is in a perfect location, within the walls of York, walking distance from train station and to all sights. Beautifully decorated. Great layout, with bedrooms and bath upstairs. Also, the hosts went out of their way to be helpful and immediately responded to our questions about the heat and using the washer/dryer. Host Emily made several wonderful suggestions, including visiting the nearby community owned pub, The Golden Ball. Our only reqret is that we couldn't stay longer. Highly recommend. ##### Patricia B. 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