Pass the Keys | Stunning 3-bed Retreat in the Heart of York

This stylish 3-bedroom retreat in central York offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Just steps from historic landmarks, shops, and restaurants, it’s ideal for families or groups. The home features a fully equipped kitchen, cosy living area, and modern amenities throughout. Parking for one vehicle. Enjoy a peaceful stay with easy access to York’s top attractions. Free Wi-Fi, and thoughtful touches make this property a standout choice for your next visit.

Stylishly decorated and furnished to a high standard, this exceptional home offers both comfort and charm in equal measure. The ground floor boasts a spacious open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area—ideal for socialising and relaxing—as well as a separate, dedicated second living room for added comfort and flexibility. There is also a small utility room here with a washing machine and drying rack available for guests.

The newly fitted kitchen comes fully equipped with an oven, microwave, hob, and fridge/freezer, providing everything you need for a home-cooked meal. Also on the ground floor is the first of three modern bathrooms, along with access to a private rear yard—complete with outdoor seating for enjoying a morning coffee or evening drink.

The open-plan living space is furnished with a luxurious sofa, armchair, dining table, and a breakfast bar—perfect for casual dining or entertaining.

Up on the first floor, you'll find two beautifully presented double bedrooms, each featuring original wooden flooring, built-in wardrobes, and plush, inviting beds. This floor also includes a stylish bathroom with a full-size bath.

The second floor is home to the master suite—a spacious bedroom with a king-size bed, generous storage, and its own private bathroom, complete with a bath for unwinding at the end of the day.

Unfortunately, due to council restrictions, the property doesn't come with parking. There is a 10 minute limit on street parking, ideal for dropping luggage at the house. Paid parking is available at Nunnery Lane, York, YO23 1AA, which is about 5 minutes walk away.

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 Minster (15-minute walk): A must-see for anyone visiting York, York Minster is one of Europe’s largest and most impressive Gothic cathedrals. With its awe-inspiring architecture, towering spires, and stunning stained-glass windows, it offers an unforgettable experience. You can also climb the tower for panoramic views of the city.

National Railway Museum (20 minute walk): Perfect for history and train enthusiasts, the National Railway Museum is home to iconic locomotives and exhibitions showcasing the evolution of rail travel in Britain. Explore the history of steam trains, electric engines, and much more in this fascinating, family-friendly museum.

The Shambles (15-minute walk): Stepping into The Shambles feels like traveling back in time. This medieval street, with its overhanging timber-framed buildings, is a delight to explore. It's filled with unique boutiques, charming cafes, and artisanal shops, offering a perfect mix of history and modern-day commerce.

Jorvik Viking Centre (15 minutes' walk): Explore York's Viking heritage with interactive displays, artifacts, and a ride through recreated Viking streets.

York Castle Museum (15-minute walk): Situated in the historic York Castle, this museum offers interactive exhibits and displays that bring the city’s history to life. From Victorian streets to medieval crime and punishment, it’s an engaging way to learn about York’s past and see how it’s shaped the present.

Clifford’s Tower (15-minute walk): One of York’s most famous landmarks, Clifford’s Tower stands atop a hill with stunning views of the city. The 13th-century tower, originally part of York Castle, is a great spot for history buffs and photographers alike, offering an excellent perspective of the city’s rich past.

These top attractions are all within easy reach, making this location the perfect base for exploring everything York has to offer, while also remaining out of the hustle and bustle.

There will be some complimentary tea/coffee waiting for you which I am sure will be useful for those arriving after a long journey! If you wish to purchase more for your stay there is a Sainsburys Supermarket a 3 minute walk and Morrison's Supermarket an 8 minute walk back down the A1036.

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.

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.

Guests will have access to the entire house.

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.

PARKING
Parking is available for one car and must be requested at the time of booking or prior to check in. Guests need to provide the car registration, make and model for us to allocate the digital permit. Guests cannot park directly on Fairfax Street, but can park on the adjacent streets: Hampden Street, Bishophill Senior, Victor Street and Kyme Street.

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.

For any additional vehicle, the nearest 24/7 car park is on Nunnery Lane 10 minutes away from the property.

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.

My property management team will be available 24/7 via email or phone to provide any assistance my guests may need.

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 the home has met Pass the Keys® Property Readiness Standard.

IMPORTANT: On behalf of our host at Pass the Keys, bookings are subject to a verification process carried out by our trusted partner, Truvi.

In rare cases where a booking is flagged during this process, we may need to request additional information or cancel the reservation.
Pets - not allowed
Smoking - not allowed