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Cornerhouse, a luxury townhouse 15mins walk along the charming river to the city

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 699 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cornerhouse, a luxury townhouse 15mins walk along the charming river to the city

Welcome to the Cornerhouse, York, a stunning 3 bedroom / 2 bathroom luxury townhouse which is just a few minutes walk from the City Centre along the ancient banks of the River Ouse. This beautiful 4 storey Victorian property has recently been subject to an outstanding refurbishment and provides the comfort and space to ensure you have an enjoyable York holiday.

The property sits in a highly sought after quiet residential area with pubs, delicatessens and supermarkets all in close proximity. Cornerhouse is furnished and equipped to the highest standards and provides an elegant, spacious holiday home which feels luxurious at every turn. Down to the basement and you’ll find a large, bright, modern kitchen fitted with high spec appliances including Nespresso coffee machine, induction hob, the latest Neff Hide and Slide oven, Bosch dishwasher, a washer dryer and full size fridge freezer. The cupboards are well stocked with high quality catering equipment, crockery and glassware to ensure you are able to prepare a special meal to serve on the solid oak full size dining table that sits at the heart of this large kitchen. The kitchen also includes a casual seating area so that meal preparation remains a social occasion and part of your holiday with a handy downstairs cloak room and wash room for added convenience.

The ground floor provides a generously sized, double aspect sitting room, with reclining leather settees, contemporary armchairs, a large 49 inch curved Smart TV linked to the free Wi Fi. A Smart home hub allows you to play music, adjust the lighting and heating system all from the comfort of your chair plus listen to the latest news, weather and get up to date information about the local area. Relaxing mood lighting and large circulation space makes the sitting room a comfortable place for you to relax together on your holiday.

The bedrooms in Cornerhouse are set over the first and second floors. The first of which is a large double aspect master bedroom; a beautiful room which boasts an oak king size bed and wardrobe, Smart TV and ensuite shower room with power shower. Also on this floor is the spacious family bathroom with a full size shower bath with power shower and contemporary heated towel rail. On the second floor are two more double bedrooms. The first room is equipped with a king-size bed which can be split into two singles depending on your requirements (please note this will need to be requested at the point of booking). This large room also includes walk in wardrobe, Smart TV and vaulted ceiling adding further to the sense of space. The second bedroom on this floor also has a similar vaulted ceiling and provides double bed, oak wardrobe, Smart TV and double aspect giving this room a light airy feel.

The bedrooms all feature top of the range pocket sprung mattresses and combined with luxurious 100% cotton bed linen the Cornerhouse beds will ensure you have a good nights sleep throughout your stay.

Cornerhouse highlights:

Luxurious accommodation.

3 Double Bedrooms up to 6 guests

Third Bedroom can be kingsize or twin bed configuration

2 Bathrooms and Cloakroom with WC

WiFi, Smart TVs in all bedrooms and sitting room all with Netflix

Generous sitting room

Smart home hub

Large well equipped kitchen diner

Nespresso machine


Local Area
York is one of the best city break destinations in England. But don’t just take our word for it, York is constantly in the UK top 20 Cities to visit and in Lonely Planet’s 2014 Best list, Yorkshire was described as the best place in Europe and third best in the world to visit.

The city was founded by the Romans as Eboracum in 71 AD, with its ancient walls and Minster the city has been the north’s spiritual capital for 2000 years. Cornerhouse is ideally placed to sample this ancient City. Everywhere in York is easily reachable by foot and with a short riverside walk to the City's castle, visitors to Corner House can enjoy hundreds of attractions, museums, historic buildings, tours, shops, restaurants and bars.

When visiting Corner house the whole of Yorkshire is on the doorstep with excellent transport links, including the 10 min interval Park and Ride bus stop on the main road at the end of the street. Visitors can easily get to the station, City centre or alternatively head out to the City's Designer Outlet, a must visit fashion and shopping destination, home to 120 designer brands all at up to 60% less.

Cornerhouse visitors who wish to explore the City's extensive cycle network can store their bikes in the secure bike shed or hire them a few minutes walk away.

Arriving at Cornerhouse could not be easier; by car there is no need to drive into the city centre situated as it is just off the A19, Fulford Road. The property has a parking permit for free on street parking for 1 car.

For those vistors who have travelled to York from further a field by train and wish to explore the Yorkshire Countryside or Coast, daily car hire is also available just adjacent to the Park and Ride bus stop and bookable in advance over the internet.

Cornerhouse is a 2 minute walk away from a Sainsbury's supermarket so shopping for those last minute items could not be easier, alternatively as well as all the City Centre restaurants there are three high quality delicatessens within a 5 minute walk of the house.

Rounding off the perfect location, for those looking to complete a days sightseeing with a drink in a traditional Pub then the Wellington Inn or the Fulford Arms are both again within a 5 minute walk from the Corner House.

Bookings are available for a minimum of 3 nights

Property manager

Jo Ferris

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator (full size)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near outlet shopping

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1068 sq ft (99 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 6
Note from host: No Stag or Hen parties please
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Cornerhouse Luxury Townhouse 15 Mins Walk Along Riverbank City

About the neighborhood

Map
York, England

What's nearby

  • University of York - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Shambles - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • York Minster - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • York Racecourse - 5 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • York (QQY-York Train Station) - 4 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Postern Gate - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Fulford Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Lighthorseman - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Winning Post - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wellington Inn - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cornerhouse, a luxury townhouse 15mins walk along the charming river to the city pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cornerhouse, a luxury townhouse 15mins walk along the charming river to the city?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cornerhouse, a luxury townhouse 15mins walk along the charming river to the city?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cornerhouse, a luxury townhouse 15mins walk along the charming river to the city located?

This family-friendly York vacation home is located in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of York Barbican and University of York. York City Walls and Jorvik Viking Centre are also within 1 mi (2 km). York Station is 27 minutes by foot and York (QQY-York Train Station) is 27 minutes.

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Cornerhouse, a luxury townhouse 15mins walk along the charming river to the city Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

BEVERLEY T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great weekend in York
An excellent place to stay and only a twenty minute walk from centre of York. The property was very clean and tidy and we would certainly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S., Troy, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Amazing in every way, great place to stay, loved it,
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay
The house was perfect! Well equipped, cosy and spotlessly clean. Spacious rooms and very close to town. Will highly recommend to friends and hope to be back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday Home
A great townhouse with plenty of space. The dining kitchen has all you need, three good size bedrooms in a quiet location and only 10-15 mins walk to the town centre.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great townhouse
Was really pleased and very happy with our stay at the corner house. We were in York for a conference and found everything we needed. Clean,tidy and with excellent facilities within a 25 minutes walk to the centre. Communication with the host was quick, easy instructions and everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate H., England, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip to the fab city of York
We we're 6 adults (3 couples) and were very comfortable here. Great kitchen for catching up with family or friends. York is a brilliant city to visit, great pubs, cafes, restaurants (recommend Yemen Heaven), gigs, history and architecture. Can't go wrong here and Corner House is great base for the adventure.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

D S., USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Immaculate and great location
This was our second stay at The Corner House. Jo is very responsive in communicating. The house was immaculate, very comfortable and well stocked. Just a short walk along the river to the town center or even shorter walk to the bus stop. Would not hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

M H., Near London

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An excellent base for visiting York.
We found the The Cornerhouse to be comfortable and well-equipped, as described. It is a pleasure to stay in accommodation that is properly overseen and well-managed by attentive owners. The out-building was very useful for storing our pushchair and we particularly appreciated the well:equipped kitchen, the quality beds and the comfortable sitting room furniture. An excellent base for a trip to York.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay at the Cornerhouse
We stayed for a long weekend to catch up with our kids who are both students at university. Nice little welcome pack of tea / coffee and biscuits were gratefully received for that all important cup of tea on arrival. Great place to stay in a great location close to the city with a very well equipped and spacious kitchen in the basement area. Three toilets meant that there were never any queues There is even a selection of board games and DVD's to keep you entertained. Lovely comfy beds in all the rooms and comfortable seating in the lounge, all made for a very enjoyable stay at the Cornerhouse.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Beautiful and immaculate property in a great location with extremely comfortable beds
Jo could not have been more helpful before and during our stay at the Cornerhouse. The property was in an extremely central location, just a short walk along the river to the City Centre. The property is exceptionally clean, tidy and warm with comfortable beds throughout. I would have no hesitation making another booking.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stylish and Comfortable York Townhouse
We enjoyed our week in August staying at the corner house. Perfect for exploring York with an enjoyable riverside walk to town. The house was spacious clean and welcoming and well fitted out with modern appliances in a pleasant quiet neighbourhood. Thank you Jo!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

catherine c., Lake Bluff, Illinois. USA

Lovely house. Jo was great!
The house is beautifully kept. Everything you could need for your stay has been provided. The ‘Bettys’ biscuits on the table to have with our cup of tra on our arrival was the perfect touch afyer a long journey. Thank you Jo!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

Lovely stay in York.
It was a catch up weekend with friends from University. The rooms were all a great size, all clean and tidy with anything you could think of in place; WiFi, coffee maker, dishwasher..... for added luxury. It allowed us to catch up chatting in the kitchen or living room. Simply a walk down the street and a walk into town along the river so close to all tourist attractions. Thanks again for the lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

D S., USA

Lovely accommodations with great location
Jo was a pleasure to deal with and very responsive to any questions. Corner House had everything we needed for our two week stay. The accommodations were lovely, immaculate and very comfortable. You couldn't ask for a better location, which was important since we didn't have a car. Only a short stroll along the river to the town center, or a block to the bus stop to travel farther afield. If we return to York we'll definitely be returning to Corner House.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David J.

A lovely, tasteful home from home
Our family spent a few days in this lovely house, which is perfectly situated for anyone wishing to explore the centre of York. It was spotlessly clean, quiet and tastefully presented, right down to the tea/coffee set and welcoming package of shortbread. The house has been refurbished to a high standard - particularly evident in the sleek kitchen and bathrooms. Our teenage son particularly enjoyed the Smart TV in his bedroom! We had a wonderful time and would happily stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Simon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just right!
We visited York for our son's graduation and made a weekend of it. Very comfortable accommodation for six adults at Cornerhouse. Good sized living areas and bedrooms, so it never felt overcrowded. All the amenities that you're likely to need. Great location - a really enjoyable walk along the river to the city centre (even in the July rain) or across the Millennium Bridge to Rowntree Park, which is well worth a visit. It's also a very nice walk up to the campus through Low Moor Allotments and Walmgate Stray. The check-in process was totally fuss-free and Jo is a great host. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
York visit
Great location and very well equipped. Parking was a problem and I had not realized the kitchen was in the basement. I may have missed that information but it came as a surprise and could have been a problem. Everything else was good
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicola M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, comfortable and well equipped house
Four adults of my family stayed here over Christmas while visiting my daughter and it certainly did not disappoint. There were thoughtful touches all around the house, from the Christmas decorations in the lounge and kitchen and the tea/coffee (inlcuding a really good supply of Nespresso pods!), fresh milk and Betty's cookies waiting for us when we arrived to the supplies of dishwasher/ washing machine tablets and ample toilet rolls! There were plenty towels and tea towels. Everything seemed to be aimed at ensuring a comfortable and stress free stay. The beds were very comfortable, and the en-suite, although small, had a really good sized shower. There was a good supply of games/puzzles/ books for all ages along with a good internet connection and a really nice TV in the lounge with Netflix. Parking was really easy in the quiet street outside and there was no trouble parking for guests either. When my older daughter and her Dad with his family visited on boxing day we even discovered the kitchen table extended to seat everyone for a board game. We wandered into the centre of York on boxing day - an easy 20 minute walk and we were in the Shambles. Overall a really lovely stay - A big thank you to the owners for their care and attention to detail with this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Liz C., Kirkland, WA

What a perfect place for exploring York
I graduated from U of York over 3 decades ago, and just spent a nostalgic 5 days visiting the area with the Cornerhouse as the base. It was perfectly located for exploring without a car: a pleasant mile walk from the university and a mile walk along the river from the center of York. A Number 7 bus picks and and drops off every 10 minutes or so, just 600 feet from the house for those days when we decided even a mile was too far! The house felt like home immediately--absolutely spotlessly clean, and furnished with just the right balance of not-too-cluttered and not-too-spare. The kitchen (which is in the basement) is spectacular and well-equipped. Absolutely loved having a Nespresso maker and milk frother! The TV system is complicated but full-featured. And there's even a Google Home Assistant! There are a LOT of stairs since the house has 4 floors...a flight down to the kitchen from the living room, a long flight up to the next floor (one bedroom ensuite, and a separate bathroom) and a narrow steep flight up to the top floor (two bedrooms). My 83 year old mother got more exercise than she is used to :) Jo was a delight to communicate with, from start to finish. All-in-all, the perfect stay. When I'm back for another nostalgia tour, I'll seek out Cornerhouse.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A delightful Home and so convenient!
Easy parking, then forget car and take pleasurable walk into city centre via the river pathway … stress free! The property is extremely well presented and meets all you needs as a family. The owner is quick to communicate and happy to oblige in any information prior to your visit. We’ve used this property twice in 2022 and I hope that we can return in the near future.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended
Lovely stay at Cornerhouse this weekend for my partners 30th birthday - everyone who stayed couldn’t recommend it enough! The location was nice and quiet but within walking distance of the city centre, which was ideal for us. The house itself was very spacious and perfect for the 6 of us who stayed. We were also very impressed with how well equipped the house was, even down to the little touches. Jo was also very helpful and accommodating from start to finish, and was always willing to answer any questions we had. We would recommend Cornerhouse to anyone who is looking for a place to stay in York!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful accommodation and excellent location.
Would definitely stay here again and will recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
York trip
Wonderful accommodation and excellent communication from Jo who was extremely helpful. The house is in an excellent location with easy parking and I can’t think of anything that wasn’t available in the accommodation to make any stay perfect. If we visit York again I wouldn’t want to stay anywhere else and would recommend to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stylish and Well Located York Townhouse
Second time we have stayed in this property. This time for 3 nights. Pleased to find all rooms and common areas clean and well maintained. The kitchen and bathrooms all modern and easy to use. A pleasant 15 min walk into York along the river and Aldi and Sainsbury local just a few mins walk from the house. The owner communicates promptly and Well. We would definitely stay at the Cornerhouse again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place and location
We really enjoyed our stay at Cornerhouse. From the pub around the corner, to the sandwich shops practically next door, to the close by grocery stores, the river walks to downtown (like 20 minutes), bus access, etc. etc. It was a perfect location. The house came with all of the amenities and was a perfect home base!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022