Georgian Townhouse Near York Minster - sleeps 5 - near everything
Minster View is an elegant Georgian townhouse superbly located in a conservation area adjacent to the city walls at Bootham Bar and only 2 minutes walk from York Minster and York's bustling city centre with its many places of interest, cafes, restaurants and boutique shops. It consists of 3 floors of a 4 storey 18th century townhouse. (The ground floor is a chiropractors and totally quiet). All windows have views of the Minster (leaves on the trees permitting) or Gillygate. The rooms are elegantly proportioned with high ceilings and original doors and mouldings. This stylish holiday home has been decorated and furnished with great care and attention to detail to combine a period style and antique furnishings with comfort and practicality. Decoration and furnishings are to a high standard and have been chosen with an eye to character and ambiance. Crockery, linen etc are of good quality and were selected to complement the decor. Minster View has been managed by the lovely and helpful Toby and Bee since 2004. If you want a comfortable, historic base where you can easily walk to all the sites and pop back for a cup of tea when you want one - then this is the place for you....!
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
York
Located in York, this holiday home is in the city centre. Notable landmarks in the area include York Minster and Shambles. Travelling with kids? Consider Yorkshire Museum Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Bootham Crescent Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Is Georgian Townhouse Near York Minster - sleeps 5 - near everything pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Minster View: 2 min walk to Minster?
As of 27 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Minster View: 2 min walk to Minster on 29 July 2026 start from NZ$1,031, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Georgian Townhouse Near York Minster - sleeps 5 - near everything?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Georgian Townhouse Near York Minster - sleeps 5 - near everything?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Georgian Townhouse Near York Minster - sleeps 5 - near everything?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Georgian Townhouse Near York Minster - sleeps 5 - near everything located?
Located in the heart of York, this family-friendly holiday home is steps away from Bootham Bar and York Minster. Shambles and York City Walls are also within 15 minutes. York Station is 11 minutes by foot and York (QQY-York Train Station) is 11 minutes.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Wonderful property in a fabulous location.It’s perfect for both a short stay or a longer one, as it’s well-equipped with cooking equipment.We will return!
A nice house above commercial premises; a good kitchen and lounge on the first floor, bathroom and bedrooms on second and top storey. Very comfortable beds, quiet at night. Easy communication with host. Great location close to all you want to see in old York. We enjoyed our stay here. Keep in mind the stairs to the top floor bedroom are quite steep; we managed fine.
The house was exceptional right next to the Minster walking distance of the Shambles and shopping. Lots to do, we went to the Railway Museum and Betty’s cafe. The Minster was outstanding. The rooms were clean, the kitchen was well appointed with a nice eating area. There is a washer/ dryer for laundry. The hosts were outstanding we were in communication regularly no issue was to small that they would respond too. Overall a great experience.
Stuart M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2026
Thanks for your lovely review and we're glad to hear you enjoyed your stay.
This is my third stay at Minster View.The owners & local hosts are both great to deal with, and are very responsive to messages and changes of plans.The place itself is wonderful - perfect location, comfortable, and ideal for either exploring York on foot, or catching a train or bus if you want to explore the Dales, North York Moors, Whitby etc.Loads of good food nearby, groceries, and pubs right around the corner - perfect, really.
Frank P.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2026
What a lovely review, thank you. You've just made our day :)
Beautiful home perfectly located overlooking the Minster. We are a family of 5 and the space and amenities were a home away from home. Easy key pick up and communication throughout.We genuinely had the best stay and would recomment 100 percent.
Ellie L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 April 2026
And that's the best of reviews. :) Great to hear that you enjoyed your stay.
This was our second stay, and will continue to be our prefered location for visits to the region.Incredibly convenient & comfortable - has everything required for your stay - also very accommodating in the event of unexpected delays such as the one we experienced.Just brilliant, really.
My (now adult) daughter & I have traveled all over North America & Europe, and yet, this flat was one of our top favorite stays anywhere. It was like staying with family. The rooms are very comfortable and well appointed. The location cannot be beat. We loved York and hope to return. What charm.
What a wonderful place to stay! The location couldn’t be any better, since the historic city center is just a short walk away.Managers Toby and Bee were great! Toby made sure we had all the information we would need before check-in, and Bee (who was lovely!) was kind enough to watch for our arrival.The townhouse is beautiful and a very comfortable size. We were so pleased that we chose this property.
Victoria W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 October 2025
Well what a beautiful review - thank you for taking the time to write it and we are really pleased that you had such a good stay.
Lovley quaint apartment, very centrally located. extremely comfy beds spotlessly clean plenty of towels. Great communication with property manager. Fabulous bistro restaurant next door. Five stars all round
We enjoyed our stay in this quaint old house from which we could hear the York Cathedral bells chiming in the mornings and evenings. The beds were all comfortable and we all managed to sleep well. My favorite feature was the overhead grill in the kitchen. I had forgotten what wonderful toasted things you can easily make with them.
Lovely apartment with 3 bedrooms in a great location! Close to the Minster and tour buses. The hosts are friendly and helpful. The neighborhood lends itself to a nice vacation!
The property is very comfortable and well equipped and the location is amazing..Loved being able to see the Minster from the back Windows!..Many thanks to the owner and we shall be back.
Debbie J.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 April 2021
Thanks for your lovely review and we would love to see you back in York. regards Anna
About the host
Hosted by Anna Ward and John Willer
We both have long links with Yorkshire. Anna was born in Hull and John has run marathons over pretty much all of it. We keep up our connection by spending some time every year here at Minster View in York. We really enjoy strolling round the city, we get to go to the arts cinema on the river on a near daily basis and we top up our marmite supplies. (If you're puzzled by the last point it's because we live in Granada in Spain the rest of the year.) For us, spending time between Granada and York is pretty much perfect - and we know how lucky we are...
Why they chose this property
York is a great city for strolling, with everything easily accessible within a few minutes walk. We really like the fact it has so much history and the whole area within the city walls is full of boutique shops and people just generally having a good time. Because we are right in the centre we can pop out, have a look around, and then nip back for a cup of tea….. Perfect. We also enjoy the wide range of restaurants, pubs and cafes nearby and Gillygate has some great indie shops. Walking in the nearby Botanic gardens and along the river is always a pleasure.
What makes this property unique
What we love about Minster View is pretty much summed up in the name! We have views of York Minster from all of the rooms at the back of the house, at least in winter when there are less leaves. I particularly like looking at the Minster when doing the washing up. (Don't worry - we also have a dishwasher.) We also enjoy people watching on Gillygate from the large bay window in the first floor sitting room. We love that it is so central and that it is a Georgian property with lots of character.
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