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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen

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.

Minster Loft - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom

Quirky, a tucked away gem, an amazing little space. Those are just some of the words and terms we've used recently to try and describe Minster Loft, but really it's far better to come and see it for yourself to truly appreciate this one bedroom loft apartment.

Located at the top of a historical listed building, the apartment is also right next door to the birthplace of the infamous Guy Fawkes. So you are immediately immersed in the history of the city. It's also incredibly well positioned too. Just stepping out of the door puts you within a two minute walk of all the attractions in the city and also the renowned shopping streets of Stonegate and Low Petergate are literally on the doorstep.

There are many period features on show within the apartment that are apparent as soon as you open the door. They are also very nicely complimented by the choice of furnishings throughout. There is a stylish galley kitchen complete with electric oven and hob and also a dining table to seat up to 4 for dinner. The lounge area also has a wall mounted LCD TV where you can relax with a luxury coffee from the coffee machine provided.

The bedroom has a stunning view of York Minster, you feel like you can reach out and touch it. The bed can also be made up as a double or a twin. There is also a very modern looking shower room located opposite the bedroom.

Minster Loft at a glance:

- Tasteful presentation and period features throughout
- Fantastic York Minster views from the bedroom window
- City centre location with all that York has to offer right on the doorstep
- Stylish shower room
- One flexible bedroom. This can be set up either as one double bed or twin beds.

Please be aware that this is a second floor apartment with no lift access. The apartment also has a restricted head height in places due to the angle of the roof so not recommended for people over 5'11. Paid for parking is available close by - please enquire for details.

Property manager

Stays York

Languages

English, Italian, Polish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (surcharge)

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

1 bed Right York Minster Apartment
1 bed Right Minster Apartment
1 bed Right York Minster
1 bed Right Minster
1 bed Right Next to York Minster!
Minster Loft Sleeps 2 Guests in 1 Bedroom
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About the neighborhood

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York, York

What's nearby

  • York Minster - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Shambles - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • York Christmas Market - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • York City Walls - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Jorvik Viking Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • York Station - 10 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪House of the Trembling Madness - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bella Italia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪200 Degrees Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Côte York - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Minster Loft - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Minster Loft - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

Self parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Minster Loft - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Minster Loft - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Minster Loft - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom located?

Located in City Centre, this cottage is steps from Stonegate and York Minster. Shambles and Jorvik Viking Centre are also within 10 minutes. York Station is 10 minutes by foot and York (QQY-York Train Station) is 10 minutes.

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Minster Loft - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10

This is the 2nd time we've stayed at Minster Loft. The best thing about it is the location. Next door to York Minster with shops, restaurants and everything else just a stones throw away. Stays York communication is really good too. We love this little place so will definitely stay again. Only negatives are the stairs up to the property and it would be nice to have a tv in the bedroom after a long day exploring.
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8/10

The floor in the building is uneven as is expected with old buildings. BUT the bed is not usable as it is with the sloop on it. The bed needs to be level. Lots of stairs Great view of the minster and the bells were great.
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10/10

The accomodation was everything we could have wanted and the position of the apartment couldn't have been better
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8/10

Actually 3 flights of stairs not 2 as described. Not for tall people, nor poor balance. Beds very comfy.
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10/10

Absolutely amazing views and fantastic location, only thing I could fault was height wise, I was okay but my partner who is taller struggled slightly. Wasn’t too bad as we were only there a short stay and he did comment it would only be an issue if we actually livid in property full time
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10/10

Stunning attic flat literally across the road from York Minster. Perfect base for discovering York. We added another night to our stay because of the accommodation. My only warning would be if you’re not good with stairs then this being an attic property might not suit. Otherwise - every window a stunning view. Getting woken up by Minster bells os a joy! AAA+++++++++

10/10

We have enjoyed our stay tremendously. The view out of the bedroom widow is unbeatable. The location right in the center is superb. At night it is calm. Mind the headspace if you are taller than 170 cm. And it is a bit awkward to pass through a dental practice whenever you get in and out. :) They don´t seem to mind, though.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10

This amazing little apartment made our weekend extra special. Check in was 4pm but we received a message letting us know we could check in early, which was a bonus. Just a 15 minute walk from the train station and we arrived at our destination. There was a thoughtful little welcome pack at the apartment filled with teabags, coffee, milk, biscuits etc which was very much appreciated. The apartment was warm, welcoming and very clean. And the view from the bedroom window was WOW with the Minster right next door. The location couldn't be any better. Restaurants and quaint little pubs right on our doorstep. The fact that we were in the middle of everything we needed made our weekend so much easier. We could just pop back to base when we needed to put our feet up or drop stuff off. The bed was so comfy. Had some of the best nights sleep ever. We will definitely return for a stay here.

4/10

In 10+ years of booking vacation rentals on VRBO, I’ve never had an experience that inspired me to write a negative review. …Sadly, my experience renting the Minster Loft brings that run to an end. I’ll start with the good: the location can’t be beat and the views are beautiful. Despite these great assets, this rental experience left my partner and I feeling uneasy, inconvenienced and at times, at risk. On our second night of our stay, we were locked out. It was cold out. Our phone batteries were about to die. We requested a phone call. We could only get texts from management offering useless advice. (“Did you try turning the keys both ways? ”) … Eventually, a third-party security man arrived and confirm that the door was stuck. Via text, management eventually, they offered us another property, but left us with no access to our luggage, phone, chargers, or umbrellas to combat the coming rain. The kind security person ultimately finagled the lock to get us in. Not until the following afternoon did management to visit the site, confirm that there were faulty locks, and addressed the matter. Wifi never worked. We reported this, but no effort was made to rectify the matter. There were also issues with communication surrounding payment of the balance, which management insisted on conducting offline from VRBO, via bank transfer. Yes, the views are lovely, but management of the property is limited, unaccommodating and quite literally, left us out in the cold.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10

Just to start with the cons, it is up three flights of stairs, but as a lazy person I did not find them excessive. Also the ceiling beams are low, especially in the bedroom but not excessively so. Those quibbles aside it is a great apartment and fantastic location. It's self-catering, and as such probably under-used by ourselves, but if we'd been staying longer than four days I'm sure we'd have made use of the extensive facilities. Given everything else provided i was surprised at the lack of a microwave, but as I say we weren't cooking for ourselves on this occasion, and as there was a hob/oven we might not have missed it if we had been. There was also a useful info pack giving information on the various devices, heating and aircon etc, though it should have included a note on the taps which took me a while to figure out (they had to be lifted, not pushed down!) :-) All in all an ideal place to stay, especially for an extended period, and I'd be happy to go back again
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10/10

A fantastic, clean and tidy little apartment full with plenty of history in the perfect location next to the minster
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8/10

Poor access to the apartment. You have yo climb 3 floors by stairs. There is no help to carry the bags.
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10/10

Ok, let me start with a negative. This accommodation is not for tall people. However, I am only 5'5'' so this was IDEAL for me. This is the most fabulous find right next to York Minster. It is an original attic with exposed beams, slanted ceilings, and more character than you can shake a stick at. A beautiful shower room, the comfiest of beds, fully fitted kitchen, and even a little starter pack with tea, coffee, milk, shortbread, crisps, and chocolate. There is no lift so the 3 floor climb is no to be underestimated, or taken lightly, but the view is well worth it. Clean, well appointed, and with excellent wifi, this is somewhere I will look out for on any return visits to York.
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10/10

Great location Good sized Appartment Low roof was OK even for a 6 footer, just take care The stairs were very manageable and worth the climb for the fabulous view
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10/10

We enjoyed our stay in this quaint location, the view from the bedroom window was amazing overlooking York Minster. Would definitely recommend this apartment to anyone wishing to visit York, it’s in walking distance to all of the attractions this walled city has to offer. Would definitely stay here again
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10/10

The apartment was very clean, although a bit of attention to detail was needed for the cutlery and crockery. The welcome pack was really thoughtful with some lovely touches. The location was top notch and even though you had to walk through a dentist surgery to get to the apartment, this wasn’t a problem. The ceilings were low with it being a loft apartment, but you quickly got used to this. Overall, we would recommend staying here and we know we certainly will be again
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8/10

Word of caution: book this lovely apartment with a few days notice, avoid last-minute bookings. We were informed on the day of check-in that the flat could not be cleaned and we would need to find another accommodation for the night. We were unable to amend our booking online so we've entered a long process of trying to get a refund for the night - still pending. When we went to check in the next day we were told that check-in was at 4pm, not 3pm as it was advertised online. We asked if we could leave our backpacks somewhere in the meantime as I'm pregnant and didn't want to carry the extra weight but were told no and not given any advice on where it might be possible, despite the store across the street from the office offering the service. The flat itself is lovely and any who stay (as long as you are short) will enjoy it.
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8/10

Excellent location, great break and comfortable. There are a lot of stairs but the view of the minter is well worth it..

4/10

The location and view of Minster Loft was amazing which is why I chose it in the first place. Unfortunately, the basic cleanliness of the property was lacking.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2019

6/10

Minster Loft was a wonderful apartment in terms of its location and views and Chris was very helpful showing me the keys and access. It was always nicely warm and cosy and a good place to have a peaceful break. Sadly the provision in the apartment was rather poor for accommodation that was listed as “boutique”. There was no bottle of milk in the fridge to allow for that first cup of tea (horrible UHT milk capsules instead). The Wifi did not reach the bedroom, there were no instructions for the oven and no oven gloves. The cutlery and plates looked as if they had come from the jumble sale and there was no washing up bowl, egg cups or teapot. It was the first apartment I have stayed in at Christmas where no effort was made to decorate which was quite sad. I would agree with the comments passed about it not being suitable for tall people as the ceiling, particularly in the bedroom is low.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018
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10/10

I loved my stay at Minster Loft. The view of the Minster was incredible. The apartment itself was lovely, cosy and well equipped. The location couldn't have been any more central to everything York has to offer. I will return just as soon as I can.
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8/10

Minster Loft was a wonderful apartment in terms of its location and views and Chris was very helpful showing me the keys and access. It was always nicely warm and cosy, and a nice place to have a peaceful break. Sadly the provision in the apartment was rather poor for accommodation that was listed as “boutique”. No bottle of milk in the fridge to allow for that first cup of tea. The Wifi did not reach the bedroom, there were no instructions for the oven and no oven gloves. The cutlery and plates looked as if they had come from the jumble sale and there was no washing up bowl, egg cups or teapot. It was the first apartment I have stayed in at Christmas where no effort was made to decorate which was quite sad. I would agree with the comments passed about it not being suitable for tall people as the ceiling, particularly in the bedroom is low.

10/10

A fantastic quirky little loft apartment Fantastic views. Would stay again any day 👍👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
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10/10

The apartment has a superb view of York Minster. It is well appointed with everything thing you need for a quick getaway or an extended stay. We spent two weeks exploring York and the surrounding area. The apartment has easy access to pubs and bars, restaurants, and shopping, and as well, buses and taxis. The building is very old and the apartment is in a loft on the 4th floor with low ceilings. In my opinion, not suitable for anyone who can not manage stairs well with packages or suitcases etc, or is taller than about 5’10”.
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8/10

The location is just perfect. The apartment lies in the centre of York, right next to the Minster, in the middle of the old town of York. Although it's location, next to the Minster, it is very quiet in the apartment. There is absolutely no noise from outside you could hear. The furnishing is great, good bed, good linen and the apartment is good equipped. We only had sometimes difficulties to open the door with the keys, that's the only little trouble we had.