Living with Host
The rooms are quiet, at the top of the house, and share a shower room and toilet. It’s a Victorian terrace with full shared access to the kitchen and garden. It’s a pleasant, safe walk to the town centre and the two theatres.
Guest Parking
Parking is on street, and permit only (we can supply them). There is on street free parking within 10 minutes walk. However, you are not likely to use your car in York during your stay. It’s a great city for walking and cycling.
The Area and Transport
We’re in a street full of cafes and shops within 15 minutes walk of the station and both theatres.
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Lovely room with everything you could ask for! Nice easy walk into work each day and everything is so close together it’s perfect! Thanks again for a lovely week!
19th Oct 2025
I had a brilliant stay with Barbara and Mike! The house is beautiful, the room is great and you pretty much have your own private bathroom. Nice, scenic walk to Theatre Royal. Really enjoyed my time there and the lovely chats with Barbara and Mike :)
5th Aug 2024
Lovely digs! Such a peaceful area, excellent nights sleep! I will look forward to coming back. Thank you 🙏
26th Jun 2024
Lovely attic room in a great location. Barbara and Mike are in the industry so they understand what you need and are very lovely and welcoming.
25th Jun 2024
Nice location. Walking distance from everything. Problem free stay. Great hosts.
17th Jun 2024
Just the perfect stay !!!
Spacious house and room, basically private bathroom.
10/15 min walk from the city centre (loved York !!!!)
I would definitely recommend!
Thank you for everything Barbara and Mike !
See you next time xx
16th May 2024
A wonderful stay with Mike and Barbara. Thank you!
28th Apr 2024
Had a very pleasant stay here. Comfortable bed, good facilities, friendly hosts who understand theatre.
Lovely area, scenic 25m walk to the Theatre Royal, which was fine except in the rain when exhausted!
Would happily come back.
18th Mar 2024
Lovely digs in a great location, you have everything you need. You are close to town, theatre and train station - win win! Mike and Barbara were fabulous hosts, great to see you again Barbara! Thanks for having me stay! Xx
27th Nov 2023
A lovely location, only 10-15 minutes walk from the venue. Good shower and nice clean room.
27th Nov 2023
Lovely stay in York. Comfortable room and friendly hosts. A really nice area and only 10 minutes walk into the centre of York. My second time staying with Barbara & Mike & I'd definitely stay there again next time I'm in York!
13th Nov 2023
A lovely stay. Bed was incredibly comfortable and kitchen was well equipped. Had a good stay here
11th Nov 2023
Brilliant location, lovely spacious room, welcoming hosts. Can't ask for much more! Would recommend without hesitation.
2nd Nov 2023
Mike & Barbara were the perfect hosts! The house is super close to the theatre and also everything you might need. My room was wonderful and the hospitality was one of a kind! Extra shout out for the great chats!
24th May 2023
Thanks so much for a lovely stay Barbara and Mike, all the best! Zoe x
22nd May 2023
A lovely stay with Barbara and Mike. Lovely work to the theatre and everything you need! Very accommodating!
15th May 2023
Lovely hosts, and had everything I needed within a nice and easy walk to the theatre
6th May 2023
Fantastic digs, a short walk from the Grand Opera House, Mike and Barbara were very welcoming with great communication throughout. Highly recommend. Thanks for a great stay!
31st Mar 2023
Had a Fantastic week with Barbara and Mike, the room was lovely, quiet and comfortable. Super easy journey into the centre of York, a 10 min walk across the river into the York Grand Opera House, and plenty of shops/supermarket options close by.
26th Mar 2023
Brilliant digs just over 10 mins walk from the Opera House. Lovely room in a lovely house and Barbara and Mike were both so welcoming. Perfect place to stay, I would definitely go back.
14th Mar 2023
Really easy walk to the theatre.
13th Feb 2023
We had such a lovely stay in this fun and creative house. Barbara and Mike are so warm, friendly and accomodating. The area is lovely with amazing coffee shops and cafes and about a 20 minute walk along the river to the theatre. Would recommend!
6th Feb 2023
Barbara & Mike were lovely hosts. Location was great short 20 min walk to Theatre Royal. Covid protocols were great too, due to a last minute case in the final few days. Felt very safe tucked away in the attic and Mike & Barbara were very considerate
15th Nov 2022
Super easy and safe walk to the grand opera house. Lovely room and bathroom. Really enjoyed my stay :) x
12th Nov 2022
Such a lovely stay at Mike and Barbara's - would definitely recommend. The rooms and bathroom are lovely, and the whole experience was super chilled!
24th Oct 2022
Mike and Barbara are an amazing, friendly and very welcoming couple. The room is lovely and warm, comfortable, with a good feel about the house. I'd certainly book at theirs again!
8th Oct 2022
Couldn’t ask for nicer digs or nicer people. 10 minute walk to the theatre. Lovely room. Barbara and Mike are wonderful! Would stay again in a heartbeat! Thank you so much
3rd Oct 2022
Jake loved staying with you. He had a lovely time and was the perfect location for his time at the Grand Opera House. Thanks guys.
30th Sep 2022
Lovely, comfortable digs. Would highly recommend.
22nd Aug 2022
Great place, only a 10 minute beautiful walk to the theatre! Would definitely stay here again. Pig and the Pasty down the road for brunch is amazing!!
19th Jul 2022
Top notch all round! Hosts were away while I was there but easy access instructions and a lovely stay :)
30th Jun 2022
Both fascinating people to meet. Thank you for my lovely brief stay at York. The room was comfortable and I felt very welcome and had great discussions. Thank you.
22nd May 2022
Had a lovely stay. Mike was fantastic and the room was lovely. An amazing location (brunch at Robinsons is a must!). Recommend to all!
6th Apr 2022
Such a lovely stay - everything was perfect and really felt like a home away from home! Definitely gonna try and stay with Mike & Barbara whenever I pass through York - Thank you! <3
4th Apr 2022
Barbara and Mike are lovely hosts. Easy and relaxed atmosphere. Comfortable room, and easy walk to the Theatre, I would recommend these digs.
24th Mar 2022
Dave is a lovely guy, and an easy presence to have around your house. A great lodger. Mike
A very welcoming host and a wonderfully comfortable room
11th Mar 2022
Wonderful welcoming hosts, lovely digs, very comfy bed, and a pretty 15 minute walk to the Grand Opera House. I had such a lovely stay, thank you for having me x
22nd Feb 2022
Mike and Barbara are delightful hosts. A lovely room, lovely house, wonderful location. Cannot praise enough. Thank you so so much. Merry Christmas x
20th Dec 2021
I had a great stay with Barbara and Mike... really kind and thoughtful... brilliant digs... lovely large quiet room... short easy 15-20 min walk to the theatre... great week... thanks again for taking me in at such short notice!
17th Oct 2021
Hi Bill. You were a very easy guy to have around the house. Good luck with the tour. Mike
Lovely room and great location.
13th Aug 2021
Absolutely perfect digs! Extremely pleasant bedroom with a really comfy bed and good storage, and bathroom shared only with one room next door. Great kitchen too, and a beautiful location. Also such a joy chatting to Mike and his family- thank you!
18th Mar 2020
Fantastic digs in a lovely location with brilliant hosts. Thank you.
10th Feb 2020
Very chilled & friendly hosts. Room is lovely but gets cold when central heating is off so I recommend a hot water bottle. Occasional sewage smell creeps in from bathroom but there are incense sticks in the room. In all great stay in great location!
12th Nov 2019
I wish I’d known. We had reprogrammed the central heating but there was a sudden cold snap . The smell, I can’t really understand. A plumber has been called to look. We feel bad & would like to offer a refund , if you send your details
Barbara
Unfortunately didn't meet Barbara, but Chris was amazingly welcoming, house is gorgeous and in a wonderful location.
22nd Jun 2019
A wonderful house. Very easy going and accomodating!
20th Jun 2019
Had a Wonderful stay with Mike and Barbara! Lovely room, beautiful part of town near the theatre and really brilliant chilled hosts. Thanks guys, I hope to be back again xxx
27th May 2019
Great location and a nice sized room with access to a good shower.
20th May 2019
Easy walk to theatre. Beautiful area with shops, bars, pubs and a park. Lovely room. They let my partner come and stay too which was hugely appreciated. Highly recommend.
22nd Apr 2019
Really nice room next to lodgers’ shared shower room/loo. Barbara and Mike v welcoming. Lovely local area, v pleasant walk to theatre.
8th Apr 2019
Great digs, highly recommended!
8th Mar 2019
Really lovely stay at Barbara and Mike's. Great digs and amazing location. Would definitely stay again!
5th Mar 2019
Barbara & Mike were abroad when I stayed, but they were easy to contact if we had any questions/problems. Cosy rooms in a big house. Really close to the town centre, local gym and Sainsbury's if you need food after a show! Great week in York!
11th Feb 2019
Had a fab stay. Great room and lovely hosts. Really handy for town and such a short walk to the Opera House. Loved my stay.
5th Nov 2018
Barbara and Mike were lovely. Very helpful. So close to the grand theatre and shops . Must stay
22nd Oct 2018
Barbara and Mike a great hosts. Great conversations, extremely hospitable, and very easy going and accommodating.
The room is light, spacious and airy, and the bed is very comfortable. 16 minutes pleasant walk to the Theatre Royal.
1st Oct 2018
CheersSteve xx
I've had a lovely stay at Mike and Barbara's. Perfect location for the theatres and a very lovely room.
Thank you for having me!
29th Jun 2018
Loved every minute of my time in York! The city, the house and the people. Thank you for a wonderful few nights in your delightful home.
Alx
17th Jun 2018
Great location and stay. Hosts are very relaxed and make you feel at home. Thanks
15th Jun 2018
Thanks Amanda -
You were a dream guest !
Good luck on your travels !
Lovely friendly home, I'm most grateful!
8th May 2018
Perfect digs. Had a lovely stay and easy walk to the Opera House.
7th May 2018
Really nice to stay with people in the biz. Home from home
6th May 2018
It was really lovely to have Susan as our guest
Yes I was comfortable at Barbara’s and she will be my first port of call next time I tour to York.
4th Dec 2017
I had a very enjoyable week here. Mike was delightful and made me very welcome. My room was comfortable and relaxing, I would be very happy to return at a future date.
13th Nov 2017
Couldn't have asked for a more welcoming place to stay. Had such a lovely time here - perfect location & big bright room! Thanks for having me B xx
7th Aug 2017
Hey Jo . THANKYOU .You are a very lovely and sunny guest.
Good luck xx
Barbara and Mike are five star hosts - very friendly and accommodating, facilities are great and nice to have own bathroom and fridge space. Definitrly recommend and would stay again. Thanks Barbara
24th Apr 2017
Lovely stay in a bright room close to town centre! Thank you
3rd Apr 2017
Thanks Olly x
I had a lovely time staying here. The room was really spacious and the bed was really firm and comfortable - I'm actually going to buy the same mattress I liked it that much! Mike was really friendly and helpful and the area is really great.
27th Mar 2017
Perfect, very highly recommended!
6th Mar 2017
Such a lovely week at Mike and Barbara's! Thank you so much for having us. Gorgeous home, really comfy and quiet and fantastic location. Lovely host! Would love to stay again when back in York. Thank you! X
7th Feb 2017
Lovely place to stay, easy walk to the theatre and city over the river!
Both rooms are great and share a small bathroom.
I'm definitely coming back!!
21st Nov 2016
Barbara's attic conversion is lovely & very comfortable. Great location for the Grand Opera House. The only problem I had was parking as there is none provided but I was able to find a space nearby.
25th Oct 2016
Shower room not quite complete but still worked. Area good and some good cafe's nearby. Very good conversation with the host and will try to stay again when in York.
3rd Sep 2016
Sorry about hiccups with shower room , thanks for bearing with us and I'm glad you enjoyed your stay and Bishy Rd.
Barbara
I am already missing Barbara and her glorious home in York; the sun filled kitchen, the Manet garden and Barbara herself. York is my new most favorite place in the world.
6th Aug 2016
Thank you so much for having the team to stay! They immensely enjoyed their stay & also so glad you enjoyed the show!
18th Jul 2016
Thanks you were similarly a 5 star guest!
Best of luck
Barbara
Thank you so much for having the team to stay! They immensely enjoyed their stay & also so glad you enjoyed the show!
18th Jul 2016
It was such a pleasure to have them, and a five star show
This is a great place to stay and only about 10-15 minutes' walk from the town centre. Highly recommended!
6th Jun 2016
Thanks and Ashley was a great guest too.
These are fantastic digs! Host was incredibly friendly, and encouraged me to make myself at home. The room was lovely, bright and clean. The location was perfect, only a 15 minute walk from York centre. Highly recommend!!
4th Jun 2016
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