Sleeps 2 (+ 1 or 2 children on sofa-bed). YORK'S BEST! Awarded best accommodation in York 2009 by York Tourism and as previously voted for by international travel journalists. Quoted as being "the benchmark for 5 star self-catering accommodation and in the best location possible"....and "All the luxury of a 5 star hotel but with more space, privacy and freedom." York Luxury Holidays is a local family run company offering the highest quality and standard of self-catering accommodation. York Luxury Holidays offer a one bedroom split-level apartment and a two bedroom apartment, both at Stonegate Court in central York. www.yorkluxuryholidays.co.uk York Luxury Holidays offer 6 Stonegate Court, a luxurious split-level apartment accommodating 2 adults (plus 1 or 2 children); furnished to an exceptional quality and is of the highest design standard. The owners have put huge thought into ensuring you have everything to make your stay in the heart of historic York truly enjoyable. To access your apartment you will leave behind the hustle and bustle of Blake Street, famous for having been the social centre of the city in Georgian times. Take the lift to the first floor and step out into a beautiful, secluded and peaceful piazza. Draw breath as you are met by a stunning view of the ancient Minster, a treasure house of history and architecture, and gaze in wonderment at the Tudor and Stuart houses of Low Petergate below the balcony. Beyond your front door, walk through the light and airy hallway into a warm and welcoming living room. Sink into the leather sofa and chairs and absorb your wonderful new surroundings. Here you will find a TV-combination with freeview, videos and DVDs, together with a wide choice of CDs to play on the high quality sound system. With a dining-table and seating for four you have a wonderful environment for dining, entertaining and relaxation. In the designer kitchen you will find a cooker and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer-drier, dishwasher and slow-cooker, together with everything else to make your stay easy and restful. Although, with all of the wonderful restaurants, cafebars and Olde-Worlde-Inns on your doorstep, the kitchen may be a luxury of which you do not make much use. In the pristine bathroom you will find your every need anticipated, from candles, welcome toiletries and plush towels to cosy robes to curl up in for a relaxing night. Walk up the stairs to the beautiful galleried bedroom overlooking the lounge. With its windows facing the courtyard and a skylight in the roof you can gaze at the stars or over the ancient pan-tiled roofs nearby. When you have unpacked why not explore the city. Down the piazza steps you will enter one of York's many 'snickleways' (ancient alleyway)leading you straight onto Stonegate, arguably the finest street in York, a place where history and shopping are close companions. History, culture, shopping, fine dining and much more are all at hand. The racecourse, founded in 1731, is just 1 mile away and, all other means of entertainment are in the close vicinity. Within an hour's journey you can also be in some of Yorkshire's most beautiful countryside or at its stunning coastline. Then return to your apartment, relax again and enjoy your perfect surroundings indoors or step onto your private patio, sit back, and listen to the birds in the Minster gardens beyond. Additional information: Free city- centre car parking for the duration of your stay. On arrival you will also find a bottle of wine or a special Yorkshire gift, welcome snacks tea, coffee, milk, sweets and flowers. Train station, car parks, boat trips, car and cycle hire all within a 5 minute walk. Secure entrance Sofa-bed in lounge for up to 2 young children Telephone Wi-fi Safe No smoking No animals If children are staying suitable treats and videos/DVDs/games will be supplied. ot and high hair also available on a first request basis. Stonegate Court will be decorated for Xmas