Southbank Stays in York
We have two houses in the South Bank area of York, perfectly located near York Racecourse—ideal if you’re planning to attend one of our prestigious race meetings or enjoy the live music events held several times a year. They’re also dog-friendly, and with the racecourse just up the road, it’s a great spot for your four-legged friend to run around and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
Explore Our Houses
We treat each house as if it were our own, ensuring a welcoming and comfortable environment for all our guests. Experience the warmth and convenience of a fully equipped home during your stay in York, with space for you to relax.
The Knavesmire and The Nook sit on the same street, making them a perfect base for exploring the historic charm of York and its surrounding areas. Just a short stroll from York Racecourse and the Knavesmire, they’re ideally located for a day at the races. Larger families can even book both houses together. Each home boasts a fully stocked, well-equipped kitchen with everything from pots, pans, and serving dishes to utensils, oven, grill, hob, microwave, kettle, toaster, fridge/freezer, and washing machine, plus handy extras like tea towels, cloths, washing-up liquid, and bin liners. Outside, you’ll find a private enclosed courtyard with seating – a safe spot for children and pets – along with free on-street parking often right outside, and more parking on either side of the street.
Knavesmire
The Knavemire is a charming 2-bedroom house featuring a bright, airy dining room with a family table and four chairs, perfect for meals, picnics, or takeaways.
Down the hall, the cozy living room offers a smart TV with access to apps like BBC iPlayer and Netflix, plus board games, books (or swap-a-book), and complimentary WiFi—plenty to keep you entertained for a night in. The sofa converts into a comfortable double bed for extra guests. Off the living room, there’s a fully stocked, well-equipped kitchen with everything you need to cook.
The modern family bathroom, located downstairs off the kitchen, includes a bath with an overhead shower.
Upstairs are two spacious bedrooms: one with a luxurious super king-size bed, the other with two single beds, both with blackout curtains and ample storage. There’s room for a travel cot in either room, and bed linen is provided.
The Nook
The Nook offers cosy, pet-friendly accommodation suited for a family or group of four, but can sleep up to six with the use of a double sofa bed. Please note that, as a traditional Victorian property, the stairs are quite steep and may not be suitable for those with physical disabilities or very young children.
You will find the living room as you enter the house. A cosy living space at the front of the house with smart tv, giving access to apps such as BBC iplayer, enabling streaming of films on Netflix. Board games, books and complimentary WiFi is available. The sofa can be made into a comfortable double bed, for extra guests if needed.
The light, airy dining room flows from the kitchen and features a family dining table with four chairs—perfect for gathering to enjoy a home-cooked meal, a picnic spread, or your favorite takeout. Upstairs, the spacious master bedroom at the front of the house offers a luxurious, comfortable king-size bed, side tables, and a wardrobe. The smaller bedroom at the back has cozy twin beds, making it ideal for kids’ sleepovers. The family bathroom includes a deep bath, overhead shower, and toilet, with towels provided for the number of guests booked.
Explore Southbank
The Southbank area of York, just south of the River Ouse, was once home to the now-closed Terry’s Chocolate Works. At the end of the road, you’ll find the local Knavesmire butchers (great Steak Pies), greengrocer, bakery, and pub—perfectly placed for dog walkers, runners, and families with the Knavesmire so close by. A bus stop at the street’s end takes you into York in minutes, or enjoy a twenty-minute walk along the river into the city centre.
On the Knavesmire itself, there’s a charming coffee spot where dogs are warmly welcomed -The Little Yorkshire Coffee Co. Head further along Tadcaster Road to discover Goddards, a hidden garden on the edge of York and former home of the Terry family (think Chocolate Orange). Explore its garden ‘rooms,’ fragrant borders, wildlife areas, vegetable garden, and glasshouse, then relax on the terrace or a garden bench with takeaway refreshments while soaking up the view.
