Historic courtyard apartment near York Minster

Tucked in an ancient courtyard where the first Norman house was built in the 12th century, these holiday apartments overlook York Minster. Situated behind the Trembling Madness pub, both have free Wi-Fi throughout. The Old Gallery apartments have a 3D TV with Sky channels, and come with an iPod docking station. Each has a kitchen with an oven, hob, toaster and dishwasher. One apartment has a retro Atari 2600 games console, while the other has a PlayStation 3, and there are a range of books and films to enjoy. The picturesque, overhanging shops of The Shambles are just 10 minutes’ walk from The Old Gallery. The National Railway Museum is a 5-minute walk away, and the Jorvik Viking Centre is also nearby.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the real heart of York, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7

  • FREE private parking!


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1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property was right in the centre of York, with free parking at nearby car parks, and was so cosy and atmospheric.
  • Nataliya
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location - 11 out of 10, right next to the Minster. The interior is amazing, like travelling back in time. The staff were very helpful, and the place was impeccably clean. Will definitely stay here again!
  • Nina
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great location right in the middle of everything. The decor is done really well and super fun. Attention to detail is spot on. The kitchen was bigger than I expected and well equipped. Very cool place to stay and enough room for 2 adults and 3 kids.
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic base for a long weekend. Central location, accommodation had everything you needed, breakfast box was excellent. Bonus of having a cracking little real ale pub on the doorstep too. Would highly recommend!
  • Natalie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The funky decor and all the mod cons, so much attention to detail and in a fantastic central location. The owner was very helpful and the staff at the shop/pub were super friendly. From the retro games and carpet from ‘the shining’ to the fresh...
  • Debbie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Quirky apartment full of character. Great location, right in the city centre 2 minute walk from the Minster. The kitchen had a great coffee machine and everything you need. The staff were really helpful. Even though it was a busy location it...
  • Barraclough
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Central location both apartments where spotless and had everything in them you needed
  • Bridget
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Absolutely love this apartment, amazing decor such fun, SO thoughtfully designed, AND really comfortable. Great position. I got he breakfast pack which was generous and excellent quality, and the pub does amazing food. Everyone was friendly and...
  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the location, central for everything! Very quirky, suited our group ❤️
  • Cherida
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We hired both apartments for a group of 9. Both apartments are fab, really unique and fun. Great location in the centre of York. Borge apartments were supplied with fruit and milk as well as tea and coffee and there’s a coffee machine with...

Hosted by Rob, Micheal & Ian

8.8
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Rob, Micheal & Ian
Located in the heart of the old town behind our stunning medieval pub, there is no better place to stay than here with everything you need including over 8000 drinks available in our store open until midnight. You will love these apartments
I have been in York for 25 years and always had a business on Stonegate in the heart of the old town. The opportunity to purchase a medieval building behind my pub came up and I decided to turn it into 2 stunning holiday apartments. See you soon
York is one of England’s finest and most beautiful historic cities. The Romans knew it as Eboracum. To the Saxons it was Eoforwick. The Vikings – who came as invaders but stayed on in settlements – called it Jorvik. Its more recent history also characterises the city – its Minster and medieval architecture, its Georgian town houses, and its wonderful Victorian railway station. There's many museums and stately homes, so much to see and do
Language spoken: English

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House rules

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From 15:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:30
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

A breakfast pack can be arranged to be left in the fridge for guests arrival at a cost of GBP 12.50.

There is one breakfast pack for each apartment, suitable for 4 people. It includes 6 Yorkshire eggs, award-winning Yorkshire bacon, 6 York Ghost Ale sausages, York shambles bread, cherry tomatoes, beans, butter and olive oil.