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The city of York, Yorkshire
The city of York, Yorkshire

Self Catering Holiday Cottages in York

The northern city of York is famous for many things; the historic walls that still surround the bustling centre, the location’s pivotal role in the War of the Roses, and the incredible gothic cathedral that has stood amongst the streets since the 13th century. It’s the perfect holiday destination for fans of history, with plenty of different attractions including places like the York Dungeons, York Castle Museum and Jorvik Viking centre. Visitors can also explore the winding streets of quirky little shops, dine in a fantastic range of eateries that includes the famous Betty’s Tea Rooms, or walk the city walls to admire views of the whole city. Read more

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54.155000, -0.316152

The country meets the coast at Dale Farm Cottage. This beautiful period holiday home sleeps six people in three bedrooms and is perfect for families (sorry but no children under 7) and friends. It is just outside Hunmanby village, three miles from Hunmanby Gap and five miles from Filey town and beaches. Scarborough and the Yorkshire Moors National Park are also nearby, offering lots of fun and family-friendly ways to enjoy this beautiful part of Britain. The owners have put a lot of thought and effort into furnishing the cottage, creating somewhere that is luxuriously and comfortable where you can all relax and enjoy yourself. The kitchen is very well equipped and there is a barbecue for relaxed outdoor family meals where everyone can catch up and enjoy being together.

Weekly guide price:
£1000 to £1500
Short breaks from £150 per night

6  |   3  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

54.415536, -2.423793

Luxurious rural barn conversion at the foot of the fells in Cumbria, perfectly positioned at the edge of the Lake District. Impeccable styling, cosy retreat, wood-burner, fabulous local walks from the door, dogs welcome, enclosed garden & two great pubs within walking distance. Tourist board rating: 5 Star

Weekly guide price:
£750 to £1400

4  |   2  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri | 5 Star

54.415536, -2.423793

Luxurious rural barn conversion at the foot of the fells in Cumbria, perfectly positioned at the edge of the Lake District. Impeccable styling, cosy retreat, log-burner, fabulous local walks from the door, dogs welcome, enclosed garden & two great pubs within walking distance. Tourist board rating: 5 Star

Weekly guide price:
£790 to £1450

4  |   2  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri | 5 Star

54.415536, -2.423793

Luxurious rural barn conversion at the foot of the fells in Cumbria, perfectly positioned at the edge of the Lake District. Impeccable styling, cosy retreat, log-burner, fabulous local walks from the door, dogs welcome, enclosed garden & two great pubs within walking distance. This fantastic holiday home sleeps 6 and is ideal for larger families or friends catching up. Tourist board rating: 5 Star

Weekly guide price:
£850 to £1450

6  |   3  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday | 5 Star

53.999426, -0.873922

Nightingale Cottage is ideal for families or friends, sleeping six people in three ensuite bedrooms, two of which can be set up with two single or one super-kingsized bed. The cottage is in Yorkshire's beautiful East Riding region, two miles from Stamford Bridge, ten miles from York, and within easy reach of the Howardian Hills and the breathtaking Yorkshire coast. The welcoming holiday home is on a family-run arable farm and has a private deck with an outdoor hot tub for luxurious star gazing. It's available for holiday bookings all year round. 

Weekly guide price:
£750 to £1100
Short breaks from £234 per night

6  |   3  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

54.309792, -0.945090

Located on a farmstead in the North York Moors National Park, these two self-catering holiday cottages provide the ideal retreat for anyone who enjoys walking or simply wants to relax in beautiful countryside. Just a mile from Hutton-le-hole with a good pub serving food and within easy driving distance of Pickering, Helmsley and Kirkbymoorside. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£340 to £590

4  |   2  |   Enquire  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Saturday | 4 Star

54.295322, -1.695465

The Shippon is a gorgeous stone holiday cottage close to the Yorkshire Dales and within easy reach of the North York Moors. The one-bedroom holiday home sits on two acres of gardens with panoramic views and boasts the sort of peace and tranquillity of which most people can only dream. It is only four miles from the welcoming market town of Bedale, with easy access to fantastic footpaths, sweeping cycling routes and thrilling mountain bike trails. The twin bedroom sleeps two people and is ideal for couples, friends or individual travellers who love the views and the comfortable 4-Star accommodation that is welcoming all year round. 

Weekly guide price:
£395 to £550
Short breaks from £58 per night

2  |   1  |   No  |   No  |   Yes

Min nights: 4 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

54.204578, -0.290769

Glenview House is a beautiful period property in Filey near the North Yorkshire Moors. The graceful Victorian holiday home sleeps eight people in four bedrooms and boasts a spacious enclosed garden and lots of family-friendly touches throughout. Filey's award-winning beach is a short stroll from the door, as are shops, cafes, bars and restaurants. The location is ideal if you want to stay in one place and spend all day at the beach, but it's also perfect if you would like to explore the North York Moors and other beaches along the Yorkshire coastline, such as Scarborough, Whitby and Robin Hood's Bay. 

Weekly guide price:
£980 to £2450
Short breaks from £225 per night

8  |   4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

53.964246, -0.981804

This charming holiday cottage is only a few miles east of the ancient city of York, in the friendly village of Dunnington. The local pub and shops are within walking distance while the plentiful attractions of York are within easy reach, as are the Howardian Hills AONB, North York Moors National Park and the coast. Local attractions include Castle Howard and the Yorkshire Air Museum as well as the Jorvik Viking Centre and York Lavender Farm. The one-bedroom cottage is perfect for couples or solo travellers who appreciate space and privacy without sacrificing the convenience of village life.

Weekly price:
£490 all year
Short breaks from £70 per night

2  |   1  |   No  |   No  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 2 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

54.485082, -0.617072

Converted from an old farm building, this cosy, comfy holiday cottage affords gorgeous views over the countryside and provides a relaxing self-catering base from which to explore this beautiful part of the North Yorkshire Heritage Coast and Moors including nearby Whitby and Robin Hood's Bay.

Weekly guide price:
£440 to £510

2  |   1  |   No  |   No  |   No

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

54.020396, -0.501135

If you are looking for comfortable and spacious accommodation, look no further than The Nook, the newest addition at Church Farm.  Once inside you will appreciate the generous sized rooms and open plan living space for solo travellers and couples alike. Ideally situated to discover the delights of the Yorkshire Wolds, historic towns and cities, and the glorious Yorkshire coast.     Tourist board rating: 5 Star

Weekly guide price:
£520 to £750
Short breaks from £150 per night

2  |   1  |   No  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 2 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible | 5 Star

54.355417, -2.481042

If you want a self-catering holiday cottage in the Yorkshire Dales where you can step outside and see nothing but fells and mountains, then you will love Bluecaster Side. The period property has been carefully restored and converted into a very comfortable holiday cottage that can sleep up to eight people in four bedrooms, with every room enjoying stunning views of this dramatic landscape. The cottage is private and feels secluded, yet is only a short drive from Sedburgh's excellent amenities. It is perfect for families and friends at any time of the year.

Weekly guide price:
£979 to £1769
Short breaks from £280 per night

8  |   4  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

53.998898, -1.539301

This stylish townhouse is located in the centre of the fashionable town of Harrogate in North Yorkshire. It sleeps 13 guests in seven beautiful bedrooms, with a spacious kitchen, cosy lounge with woodburner and separate dining room making it perfect for extended families and friends holidaying together. The Acorn Lodge provides the ideal combination of elegance and indulgence, whilst still feeling like a comfortable home from home. Spend your days shopping, eating and exploring the spa town of Harrogate and walking or biking in the stunning Yorkshire Dales. Other day trips can include sightseeing in York or Leeds and visiting Castle Howard. 

Weekly guide price:
£2240 to £3850
Short breaks from £350 per night

13  |   7  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

53.832281, -1.342235

You won't be surprised that Pump Hill Barn is a place visitors return to year after year. The charming period holiday cottage is in the quiet Yorkshire village of Aberford, within walking distance of the local pub, village green and playground. It comfortably accommodates four people with a layout that works well for couples, families or friends. Leeds, York and Harrogate are all within half an hour's drive, with other attractions including Castle Howard, Harewood House, and Fountains Abbey. Great road links make Pump Hill Barn ideal for exploring York, North Yorkshire, and West Riding. 

Weekly guide price:
£495 to £700
Short breaks from £160 per night

4(+2)  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

53.999426, -0.873922

Relax in the peaceful surroundings of Partridge Cottage. The romantic barn conversion is on a family-run 400-acre arable farm near the historic village of Stamford Bridge, ten miles from York, and within easy reach of the Yorkshire Coast and the Howardian Hills AONB. It comfortably sleeps two people in one large bedroom, boasting a four-poster bed and a deep rolltop bath. There's a modern shower room downstairs and a private outdoor hot tub. What more could you want from a self-catering cottage in Yorkshire?

Weekly guide price:
£450 to £800
Short breaks from £134 per night

2  |   1  |   No  |   No  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

54.103514, -1.032684

The Fold Yard is a charming period holiday cottage in rural North Yorkshire, close to Sheriff Hutton and within easy reach of York, Castle Howard, Thirsk, The North York Moors and the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). It sleeps four people in two ensuite bedrooms and has a flexible layout that suits couples, friends or families. Guests are able to enjoy gorgeous walks or bike rides in the local area, with the owner providing secure bicycle storage. The cottage is offered all year round for short breaks and longer stays, depending on availability. 

Weekly guide price:
£499 to £730
Short breaks from £110 per night

4  |   2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

54.212069, -0.292285

Talbot House is a welcoming holiday home furnished with families in mind. The three-bedroom property sleeps six people, with a flexible layout that you can alter to suit your needs. It's barely a five-minute walk from the cottage to the beach, Filey Brigg Country Park, and the town centre with shops, cafes, pubs and other amenities. Excellent transport links make it possible to explore without a car, going to Scarborough and York by bus or train. Talbot House is available all year round for bookings. 

Weekly guide price:
£545 to £1295
Short breaks from £75 per night

6  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

54.423159, -1.254778

A charming holiday cottage close to the village of Swainby with glorious views across lovely open countryside, providing the ideal place for a relaxing holiday in North Yorkshire. Sitting on the edge of the North York Moors, Lyke Wake Cottage is perfect for walkers and cyclists with many superb walks locally including the Cleveland Way and National Cycle Route 65 easily accessible.

Weekly guide price:
£400 to £620

5  |   3  |   Enquire  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

53.999426, -0.873922

A holiday in Yorkshire will be the highlight of your year, especially when you stay in the comfortable surroundings of Barn Owl Cottage. The welcoming holiday cottage sleeps four people in two ensuite bedrooms, one of which is on the ground floor and ideal for guests who'd prefer to avoid stairs. It's one of three cottages on a 400-acre family-run arable farm two miles from Stamford Bridge and ten miles from York. You're within easy reach of the scenic Yorkshire coast and the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Families and couples love the property and the location. 

Weekly guide price:
£500 to £1000
Short breaks from £150 per night

4  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

The Hayloft

Last Minute Offer:Sat, 6th Apr 2024 for 7 nights, £500"Stay for seven nights and only pay for five! Includes welcome hamper, wine and flowers."
54.540981, -1.711753

The Hayloft is Grade II listed and has been beautifully restored to provide a very relaxing 'home away from home'. The Hayloft has lots of character and natural charm and offers all the right ingredients for a romantic retreat for couples. Located at East Greystone Farm in the idyllic Teesdale Countryside. We are situated between the beautiful villages of Piercebridge and Gainford and are an ideal base for walking. With the Yorkshire Dales, Lakes, East Coast and the cities of York, Durham and Newcastle within easy reach by car, this is a great base for exploring the many sights of North East England.

Weekly guide price:
£480 to £580
Short breaks from £95 per night

2  |   1  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

For a historic city experience that you won’t find anywhere else in Britain, York is an outstanding destination for a holiday. Read on for top suggestions of what to see and do when you visit.

Where to Go in York

York is a destination that is absolutely heaving with different attractions, so there’s a huge range of choices when it comes to deciding where to go in the city.

If you’re a fan of museums then you’re in the right place, with options ranging from the National Railway Museum, York Castle Museum and York’s Chocolate Story, which is a deliciously interactive experience. A real highlight is the Jorvik Viking Centre, which tells the story of the city’s Viking history and has plenty of exciting exhibits and unexpected surprises.

Another top-rated place to visit is York Minster; a cathedral dating back to Medieval times with incredible examples of stained glass windows from the 14th and 15th centuries. If you want to continue the historic sightseeing, the 300-year-old Castle Howard is relatively close to York and is an excellent location for a day trip.

What to Do in York

If you want to see York from the best vantage point then walking the 13th-century city walls is one of the best things to do during your stay. The entire trail around the walls is about two miles long and is open from 8.00 am until dusk each day, offering brilliant insight into the city’s history and providing a great afternoon activity.

York is famous for its narrow cobbled streets, and wandering through these is top of many visitor’s lists when they come to the city. The Shambles is one of the most famous streets in York and is the best place to start exploring the little shops and cafes and admiring the medieval style of the tightly packed buildings.

One thing you’ll see a lot of in York is guided tours, and if you want to learn more about the city then this is one of the best ways to get entertaining and accurate insight. With everything from ghost walks to tours performed by actors impersonating famous figures from the city’s past, there’s a lot to choose from and a lot to learn as you walk.

Best Time to Visit York

The best time to visit York is between June and September when the weather in the UK is at its warmest over the summer months. August will be a particularly busy month in the city as it is the school holidays, so if you’re not a fan of crowds then it’s recommended that you come just before or after the peak season at the start of June or the end of September.