The Historian's Alcove

In a stunning Victorian-built house, this tucked-away spot offers the perfect escape for a couple or pair of travellers keen to explore the sights of York. Bursting with charm and character, the home has been renovated to accentuate its original features with a modern aesthetic. With every room in the home dressed in harmony with the others, it presents a coherent space to cosy up in after fun-filled days and nights soaking up the surrounding locale. From the kitchen, head outside to the cute south-facing garden area, which provides a place to sit out in the sunshine amidst the flowerbeds. During the summer months, the outdoor space offers a romantic atmosphere with festoon lights and an idyllic spot to enjoy a candlelit dinner. Head out to discover the many fabulous restaurants, bars and boutiques of York, just a twenty-minute walk away. From the ancient walls of Roman York to the grandeur of Georgian York, follow the city's cobbled streets to soak up its impressive history, architecture and monuments. Beyond the centre of York, from here, you'll also be well located to uncover the scenic Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors and Wolds for long country walks among nature. Home truths: *You'll have your own private entrance here *Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace *Due to the location of this home, we recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your stay *There's free on-street parking available outside the property available on a first-come, first-served basis *Please note the cast iron fireplaces are only ornamental and are not for guest use *The kitchen lacks basic cleaning supplies, so you might want to bring your own