Cottages, Apartments & Lodges in York, East Yorkshire, England
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York: The Jewel in Yorkshire's Crown for Self-Catering Breaks
York for many is the jewel in Yorkshire’s crown and an excellent place for a self-catering break. This fine city offers a host of different attractions to enthral and impress visitors and as well as having a rich history, river setting, and many historical buildings, it is also a great place for shopping.
Exploring York's Rich History and Modern Delights
There is also an assortment of bars and restaurants to choose from in this city, plus a highly acclaimed Betty’s Tea Room where some people queue to get in. Behind the ancient city walls of York, discover the famous Minster, medieval cobbled streets, and historic buildings. This is a city that confidently celebrates its past whilst embracing the modern world; quaint tearooms happily sit alongside chic café bars and restaurants.
York's Attractions: From Tea Rooms to World-Class Museums
Take refreshment at the Earl Grey Tea Rooms in the Shambles, one of the oldest recorded streets in England, then discover the myriad choice of shops, world-class museums, and art galleries; including the award-winning National Railway Museum; the Castle Museum with its reconstructed Victorian Streets and 'Museum of Everyday Life' collection; the York Museum where you can learn all about the first Roman settlement on the site.
Historic Houses and Architectural Wonders in York
Then there are the historic houses - Fairfax House; the National Trust Treasurers House, once the home of the Treasurers of the Minster, now housing the collection of Frank Green, a delightful vision of a 17th century manor house by an eccentric Edwardian gentleman of means! Walk the medieval city walls, and discover why, in York, the gates are called bars and the streets are called gates.
Discover York's Scenic Beauty Along the River Ouse
Leave the car and follow one of the many cycle routes or walks along the banks of the River Ouse, enjoy the Millennium Bridge and Rowntrees Park.
Exploring Beyond York: Yorkshire's Wider Charms
A short drive will take you to the A64 from whence you can discover the further delights of Yorkshire, known as ‘God's own county’ – Castle Howard, the North York Moors, and the heritage coastline. A ten-minute drive from the city centre will take you to the Macarthur Glen Designer Outlet – designer goods at discount prices.
Convenient Transportation and Easy Access to York
Most entrances to the city have a Park & Ride facility, with free parking and cheap return fares, an excellent way to access all that York has to offer. York is a very walkable city, with an awful lot packed into a small space! If you come by train, you are almost in the centre of the city, less than 15 minutes from the Minster, the great medieval cathedral that is the beating heart of this truly historic city.
Finding the Perfect Accommodation: Holiday Apartments and Self-Catering Townhouses in York
Find a holiday apartment or a self-catering townhouse for a very special break in or near York. In short, York can offer something to suit everyone - from the ancient to the state of the art. No wonder the Daily Telegraph voted it Tourism City of the Year 2009.
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