Step into the heart of York in this charming 2-bedroom Victorian house! Perfect for couples, families, or solo travellers, it blends original style with high-quality furnishings, offering a cosy city-centre retreat. Relax in the sunny backyard, enjoy free parking, and be just minutes from restaurants, shops, and historic attractions. Stylish, comfortable, and perfectly located—your ideal York getaway starts here!
The space
Discover the perfect York retreat at St Denys Road, a beautifully furnished Victorian terrace blending classic charm with contemporary style. Located in the heart of the city, this home offers easy access to York’s historic streets, restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions, making it ideal for couples, families, or friends seeking a relaxing yet convenient getaway.
✨ The Space ✨
Step inside to a stylish, thoughtfully designed interior that combines original modern art, contemporary Yorkshire design, French antiques, and retro classics. The hallway, stairs, and landing have been freshly painted in elegant French grey, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The ground floor features an open-plan living and dining area, complete with a cosy log-burning fire, perfect for relaxing after a day exploring the city. The kitchen is fully equipped with a Magimix Nespresso machine and dishwasher, allowing you to prepare meals with ease (coffee pods not provided).
Outside, enjoy a lovely covered garden, ideal for breakfast in the sun, a quiet afternoon with a book, or sipping wine in the evening. Upstairs, the master bedroom boasts a king-size bed, large built-in wardrobe, dressing table, and bedside tables. The second bedroom is usually set up with a super king bed, which can be arranged as two singles on request, and includes a large wardrobe, chest of drawers, and bedside tables. The modern bathroom includes both a bath and a separate shower for comfort and flexibility.
Additional amenities include high-speed Wi-Fi, workspace-friendly areas for remote work, free on-street parking (please check availability when booking), and self check-in for flexible arrivals.
Whether you’re exploring York’s historic streets, relaxing by the fire, or enjoying the private garden, this stylish Victorian terrace offers the perfect combination of comfort, character, and central convenience. Book now to secure your stay in this unique and welcoming York home!
CONSTRUCTION
Please note, there is currently a construction site opposite the property that may cause some noise during guest stays. We have spoken to the contractors and they have assured us that the work will only take place between 7am and 4pm.
🏛 Local Attractions 🏛
Our home is perfectly located to explore the best of York! Here are the top 5 attractions just a short distance away:
🍫 York Chocolate Story (Approx. 10-15 minutes walk)
A must-visit for chocolate lovers, this interactive museum offers guided tours showcasing the history of York’s chocolate industry and its most famous brands. Guests can also enjoy chocolate-making workshops.
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York Minster (Approx. 15 minutes walk)
One of the largest Gothic cathedrals in Europe, offering stunning architecture and panoramic views from the tower.
🛍️ The Shambles (Approx. 10 minutes walk)
A historic and picturesque street, famous for its timber-framed buildings and narrow lanes, filled with quaint shops, cafes, and boutiques.
🏰 Clifford’s Tower (Approx. 10-15 minutes walk)
An iconic landmark offering panoramic views of York, this historic tower is a great spot to learn about the city’s past.
🌿 Museum Gardens (Approx. 10-15 minutes walk)
A beautiful green space ideal for a stroll, home to the ruins of St. Mary’s Abbey and a range of botanical gardens.
These attractions provide a perfect mix of history, culture, and entertainment, all within walking distance of the property.
There will be some complimentary tea/coffee waiting for you which I am sure will be useful for those arriving after a long journey!
Fresh white bedding and towels are provided (hand towel and bath towel per person), as well as miniature travel sized bottles of shampoo, shower gel and soap.
Managed by a professional co-host of Airbnb, this property is professionally cleaned and the linen/ towels are removed from the property after each stay and replaced with freshly laundered supplies. The property is set up to offer remote access with easy self check in and we also offer 24/7 guest support should you need any assistance during your stay
Guest access
Guests have the whole house to themselves and can come and go as they please!
Other things to note
CHECK IN / CHECK OUT
Check-in time is after 4pm and check-out time is before 10am. A £30 charge will be requested if guests check themselves in early without permission or if guests do not check out on time as this will cause disruption to my cleaner’s schedule.
Please note that you will be charged £100 for lost keys, so please be careful with them.
LUGGAGE STORAGE
Need somewhere to store your luggage before check-in or after check-out? Get 10% off luggage storage with Stasher using code PASSKEYSYORK10 — just enter the code at checkout.
CONSTRUCTION
Please note, there is currently a construction site opposite the property that may cause some noise during guest stays. We have spoken to the contractors and they have assured us that the work will only take place between 7am and 4pm.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
In the rear bedroom there is a super king bed which is set up as default. If you require two single beds instead of a super king, please advise me at the time of your booking so that I can make suitable arrangements in advance of your arrival.
PARKING
Parking is available with a paper parking permit that is stored within the property.
Please note that parking is NOT directly outside the house due our city centre location. Parking is strictly in the R18 parking zone, where there is plenty of availability in adjacent streets from the house (2 minutes walk away).
If the permit is lost or damaged, there will be a £60 charge in addition to covering the cost of any parking until the new permit arrives
LAUNDRY SERVICES
There is no washing machine in the house however there is a fairly priced laundrette which is within 5 minutes walking of the house. Walmgate Bar Launderette, 39 Huby Court, York YO1 9UD. Please make sure to check their opening hours.
GARDEN
As well as our home, we take pride in our outdoor plants where a lot of care has been taken to nurture them, and in doing so, creating a beautiful outside space. An automatic watering system in the back garden comes on once a day for half an hour. Please do not touch it or any of the pipes. (The tap is taped up to make it clear it’s not to be adjusted in any way.)
ALLERGIES
Our sofa cushions are feathered so if you have any allergies to feathers, please advise in advance.
DURING YOUR STAY
My property management team will be available 24/7 via Airbnb, email, or phone to provide any assistance my guests may need.
INCLUDED IN THE STAY: For each stay we provide a bath towel and hand towel for each guest, a bath mat and a tea towel. We also provide a welcome pack to get guests starting including tea, coffee, milk, biscuits and sugar. A dishwasher tablet, washing capsule, sponge scourer, J-cloth, bin bags and toiletries including soap and body wash.
Pass the Keys® is a Property Management Company managing many listings on Airbnb.
Pass the Keys® provides a hotel standard of service for short-let properties. The property is professionally maintained and cleaned, and professionally cleaned linens and toiletries are guaranteed.
24/7 guest support is also available before and during your stay. The local community-based Pass the Keys® team personally inspects the property and certifies my home has met the Pass the Keys® Property Readiness Standard.
