Guests say
Oxtoby's Upstairs in York receives glowing praise for its beautifully restored historic charm, immaculate presentation, and unbeatable location just steps from the city centre and York Minster. Guests consistently highlight the spacious, well-equipped interiors, comfortable beds, and thoughtful touches throughout. The property’s views, tranquil garden, and parking are much appreciated, as is the excellent communication from the host. Minor points raised include steep stairs and occasional comments on bed size, but these do not detract from overwhelmingly positive experiences.
Cleanliness is repeatedly described as exceptional, with guests noting the property is spotless, immaculate, and very well maintained throughout.
The location is universally praised, with guests loving the proximity to York’s attractions, city walls, and Minster, as well as the convenience of on-site parking.
Guests find the property extremely comfortable, mentioning cosy rooms, quality bedding, and spacious living areas. A few mention steep stairs and double beds rather than king size, but comfort remains a strong point.
Facilities are highly rated, with guests appreciating the well-equipped kitchen, modern bathrooms, laundry room, and garden. Occasional minor feedback on appliance instructions, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as milk and small extras on arrival, as well as helpful communication from the host. Please note that such gifts or extras are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Dating back to the 1770s, Oxtoby’s Upstairs is a lovingly furnished and thoughtfully presented property, offering a welcoming, comfortable retreat, with much to explore locally.. 1 step to entrance.
First Floor:
Living room: 32" Smart TV
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
Second Floor:
Bedroom 1: Sleigh Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed.
Gas central heating (underfloor in entrance hall), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Laundry room (shared with other property on-site). . Small courtyard with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car; additional public car park, at cost. No smoking.. Upon entering the property, there is a York stone paved entrance hall with garden door to the rear and a sweeping staircase which takes you up to the accommodation which is spread over the first and second floors. The large living room and separate dining room face the front of the property and overlook the city walls and York Minster. Across the hall is the small but stunning kitchen, with central island, views across the roof tops, and top of the range appliances. This kitchen will certainly delight the chef in the family. The two double bedrooms are to be found on the second floor. Decorated with antique furniture, these rooms provide a glimpse back in time to how the gentry would have lived, and the deep mattresses and top of the range linen will ensure you have a great night’s sleep. The small patio area provides a welcome outdoor space to enjoy an afternoon drink whilst planning the next day’s activities or the opportunity to dine al fresco.
With access to over 2 miles of York’s medieval city walls, a maze of snickleways and ginnels, world renowned attractions and a plethora of fabulous shops, cafés and restaurants only a short stroll from the front door, you won’t be able to wait to explore this wonderful city. York is fast gaining a reputation as one of the UKs ‘foodie’ capitals and you can find some seriously great food and even better tipples brewed within the city. Why not take a break from walking around the city and see the view from one of the open top tour buses or sail slowly along the River Ouse on a cruise boat?
Whether your interest is in the large trains on display at the National Railway Museum, the history of the chocolate industry at York’s Chocolate Story, or of marauding Vikings and invading Romans, York has something for everyone. A little further out of the city you can find Castle Howard, one of the UKs finest stately homes, the Yorkshire Air Museum and Eden Camp. This is a wonderful property which will provide you with many happy memories and leave you planning your next visit. Shop 400 yards, pub 100 yards and restaurant 200 yards.
Oxtoby’s Upstairs can be booked together with Oxtoby’s Downstairs (ref UK11708) and Biggan Mews (ref E3692, located 150 yards away) to accommodate up to 8 guests.
Free WiFi
There are steps to the property.
Nearby points of interest
- Shambles
- JORVIK Viking Centre
Reviews (52)
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Audra THEWLIS
Beautiful place. We had a lovely week here, everything we needed was in the house. Clean, bright and beautifully decorated. Fantastic communication with the owner. We could see the cathedral from the living room and it was a short walk into town. Will be returning for sure.
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Sharon Trollope
We have booked this apartment before and once again it met all our needs.
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Debby Cain
Second time in this fabulous apartment- excellent in every way - we will return