If you’re staying in York, seeing the spires of the 13th-century York Minster Cathedral from your window is akin to an Eiffel Tower view in Paris. The largest of its kind in Northern Europe, this magnificent structure is well worth a visit – just a ten-minute walk from this duplex apartment. Despite such historic surroundings, the interiors of this home are tastefully modern. As you enter through the hall, the first thing you’ll notice is a full-wall mural showing you a printed map of the entire city. After you’ve found your bearings, head onwards to the bright lounge. There’s a certain Scandi vibe created by the furnishings and colour scheme – we particularly love the yellow rug, plus matching throws and cushions. The elegant, modern armchairs make for an inviting perch where you can enjoy a proper Yorkshire brew on arrival (you might even find this in the welcome hamper from your host). But on a sunny day, you might want to take your tea out to your private balcony. Open up the French doors from the lounge, where the playful yellow colour scheme continues with a cute metal dining set – anyone for a slice of cake too?

Home truths:
*There's a secure car park with allocated parking for one car (the parking space also comes with a EV charging point)
*As this home allows for self check-in with a lockbox, you won't meet your host in person
*This apartment is set over two floors, so you'll need to climb some stairs to get around
*You'll need to bring shampoo along, as your host doesn't provide this
*The entrance to the building is shared with other residents
*A weekly cleaning service is included if you're staying for a while
*There's no dedicated workspace, but plenty of laptop-friendly surfaces like the dressing table
*One of the bedrooms can be made up as a super king or twin beds, just let your host know