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Ouse Retreat

Ouse Retreat

5.0
out of 5
Ratings from 29 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0


Ouse Retreat is a charming and cosy one-bedroom apartment, perfectly designed for two guests seeking a relaxing and comfortable escape in York. This modern apartment combines contemporary style with a warm home-from-home feel, making it an ideal choice for a romantic weekend, short city break, or longer stay.

Ideally located just outside the city centre, Ouse Retreat enjoys a peaceful setting while remaining exceptionally well connected. A scenic 15-minute walk along the beautiful River Ouse takes you directly into the heart of York, offering a relaxing and picturesque route into the city. The apartment is situated in the lovely village of Fulford, a highly regarded area with a welcoming local atmosphere.

Fulford offers excellent local amenities within just a few minutes’ walk, including traditional pubs, independent shops, and scenic walking routes. Supermarkets such as Aldi and Iceland are around a seven-minute walk away, with a Sainsbury’s Local and pharmacy conveniently located at the end of the street. For retail therapy, McArthurGlen Designer Outlet York is just an eight-minute drive from the property.

For those heading into the city, attractions such as Clifford’s Tower and The York Dungeon are only a four-minute drive away or easily reached via the riverside walk.

Ouse Retreat is a private apartment set within a redeveloped townhouse and is located on the first floor. Upon entering, you are welcomed into a bright and well-laid-out open-plan living, dining, and kitchen space. The contemporary kitchen is fully equipped with everything needed for a self-catered stay, including a kettle, toaster, microwave, full fridge freezer, electric oven and hob, along with pots, pans, cutlery, and crockery to prepare home-cooked meals.

At the centre of the room is a dining table, perfect for enjoying meals together or indulging in a takeaway from one of York’s many excellent eateries. The living area is furnished with a comfortable sofa and armchair, positioned around a Smart TV—ideal for unwinding with your favourite shows after a day exploring the city’s rich history.

The bedroom is a calm and inviting space, featuring a comfortable double bed dressed with hotel-quality bed linens. Fresh towels are provided for the duration of your stay, ensuring comfort and convenience. The bathroom includes a modern shower and WC, finished in a clean and contemporary style.

Additional amenities include ironing and hairdrying facilities, allowing guests to pack light and settle in easily. On-street parking is available with a parking permit provided for one car.

With its excellent location, thoughtful interiors, and peaceful surroundings, Ouse Retreat offers the perfect base to explore York while enjoying a relaxing and comfortable stay away from home.

Lovely stay

Review submitted on Mon, 05 Jan 2026
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a great stay over New year at this property. It was tastefully decorated and had ample hot water and was very warm .Check in details were great and easy to understand and hosts communication was fantastic. Highly recommended

Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 3 nights in December 2025


Great property in a nice location

Review submitted on Fri, 02 Jan 2026
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This had everything we needed for a Christmas break in York .The apartment was tastefully decorated and had a comfortable bed. It was very warm and clean. The location was a 15 minute walk into the centre and we would return in the future

Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 5 nights in December 2025


Cosy Apartment in a good location

Review submitted on Tue, 23 Dec 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a few days visiting York during the festive period and we cannot fault this apartment. Clean, warm comfortable bed and everything you need is provided in this self catering property.

Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 2 nights in December 2025


Lovely well maintained flat in a great location

Review submitted on Mon, 15 Dec 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely well maintained flat in a great location. only 20 mins walk to city centre which is great. 10 mins drive to outlet mall so very well situated. would definitely use it again

Eric from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 8 nights in December 2025


Great apartment

Review submitted on Thu, 06 Nov 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great apartment to stay in for our weekend away. Was within a 20 min walk from the centre and was lovely and peaceful!

Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 2 nights in October 2025


Perfect stay

Review submitted on Mon, 27 Oct 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a wonderful 5 day break visiting York. The apartment was very comfortable and is well located with easy access to the city centre either by bus or a very pleasant 20 min walk along the river. Parking was ease, and the apartment was quiet and warm.

The accommodation was very much as described and the facilities were perfectly adequate for our stay.

There is plenty to do in York to fill 3-4 days without needing to venture further afield.

We very much enjoyed our stay and we would certainly have no hesitation to stay here again in the future.


Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 5 nights in October 2025


Quaint little stay

Review submitted on Wed, 22 Oct 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Really unique little apartment but filled with everything you could need. Really clean and tidy and has such a cosy feel. Will book again in the future thank you.

Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 3 nights in October 2025


Amazing Place!!

Review submitted on Fri, 17 Oct 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Absolutely loved my stay here, hosts were great and really helpful. Place is really comfortable and had everything we needed. Would definitely reccomend to others

Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 5 nights in October 2025


Great apartment

Review submitted on Mon, 06 Oct 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
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5.0
Nice and clean and a comfy bed, free parking on street using the permit provided was a breeze

Short walk into the city centre


Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 2 nights in October 2025


Great apartment

Review submitted on Wed, 01 Oct 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great apartment, clean and well equipped

Parking is easy, on street parking using the permit provided



Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 18 nights in September 2025


Nice Apartment

Review submitted on Fri, 12 Sep 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Really enjoyed my stay here. Great location within easy access walking into the centre and the parking permit was great . Apartment was clean and had everything we needed for a short stay

Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 2 nights in September 2025


Lovely stay!

Review submitted on Wed, 10 Sep 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Had a fab stay! really enjoyed it and had everything you needed and more and the hosts were super helpful when we needed them!

Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 5 nights in September 2025


Lovely place and helpful hosts

Review submitted on Thu, 04 Sep 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The apartment was lovely and cosy and had everything we needed for our short break, parking on street using the permit was easy and the hosts were so helpful before and during our stay.



Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 3 nights in August 2025


Nice little apartment

Review submitted on Wed, 03 Sep 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Nice cosy apartment, bed was comfy and the place was clean so could not fault it

On street parking using the permit was easy and we always found a space


Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 3 nights in August 2025


we will be happy to come back.

Review submitted on Fri, 29 Aug 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great accommodation near the city, quiet and cozy. It was a wonderful time for us. Thank you! we will be happy to come back.

Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 4 nights in August 2025


Lovley

Review submitted on Tue, 26 Aug 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A really lovely flat. Comfortable bed with smooth clean linen. Lots of attractive details and extras. Easy check in with parking permit.

Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 3 nights in August 2025


Great location

Review submitted on Wed, 20 Aug 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Super easy check in and great location. Some not completely clean sections, such as a towel. But other than that we really enjoyed ourselves

Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 2 nights in August 2025


Really nice stay in York

Review submitted on Tue, 12 Aug 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Had a very enjoyable few days in York staying here. Walked into the centre every day and the apartment was warm and welcoming. Would highly recommend staying at this little gem! Highly recommend

Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 2 nights in August 2025


Great apartment

Review submitted on Thu, 07 Aug 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great apartment, clean and well looked after. Free parking on street using a permit that is in the property.

Great location


Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 3 nights in August 2025


Location great

Review submitted on Fri, 01 Aug 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Conveniently located for city center and for the University of York.

Would recommend, great hosts !!


Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 9 nights in July 2025


Lovely apartment and a great location

Review submitted on Wed, 30 Jul 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely apartment and a great location

free parking and very helpful hosts

Will stay again next time im in York


Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 9 nights in May 2025


Great location

Review submitted on Wed, 30 Jul 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great location, lovely apartment. Nice 15 to 20 minute walk along the river into the city centre. Would definitely stay again

Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 2 nights in May 2025


Cosy

Review submitted on Wed, 30 Jul 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely cosy apartment and with it being only a 20 minute walk into town was amazingly convenient and saved having to look for parking in York town centre. Nice comfy bed too!

Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 2 nights in May 2025


Spotless

Review submitted on Wed, 23 Jul 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This is a really lovely apartment for two, spotlessly clean and everything you need to explore York.
There were even teabags, spices and plenty of cooking utensils.
SO peaceful, very close to the river and an easy walk into the city.


Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 5 nights in July 2025


Nice apartment

Review submitted on Mon, 14 Jul 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a great stay here. The property was very comfortable and clean with a parking space. There was a nice walk by the river into the centre of York. Would highly recommend

Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 1 nights in July 2025


Great stay

Review submitted on Mon, 07 Jul 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay. The apartment is a modern refurbishment in a terraced house. It was well decorated and the fixtures and fittings are a balanced mixture of modern and traditional. There are some nice surprise features too - an excellent fan and a nicely stocked kitchen (tea, coffee, condiments and herb and spices). The bathroom is modern with a powerful shower. The bath towels are BIG - well suited for my large frame. The outdoor parking was easy as the road was quiet during our stay and we were able to park right outside the apartment throughout our stay. The walk into York is a gentle 25 minutes and relatively flat. There is a comprehensive booklet covering all aspects of a stay - places to visit, restaurants and bar, shopping and much more. Fast and comprehensive contact with host. All in all perfect for our needs and highly recommended.

Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 7 nights in June 2025


Great Stay!

Review submitted on Thu, 03 Jul 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great place with parking space 15 minute walk into the centre. Hosts were really responsive and really enjoyed our stay at this property

Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 3 nights in June 2025


Beautiful place to stay

Review submitted on Thu, 03 Jul 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Beautiful place to stay. Good location, in town within 10 mins.

Check in was a bit late due to the cleaner still cleaning, but didnt really delay us.

Would stay there again


Emily Knight from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 2 nights in June 2025


Lovely cosy apartment

Review submitted on Thu, 26 Jun 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely cosy apartment and with it being only a 20 minute walk into town was amazingly convenient and saved having to look for parking in York town centre. Nice comfy bed too!

Guest from stayed at Ouse Retreat for 13 nights in June 2025