'The Snug' nr York: stunning self-contained studio @ Old Station Master's House.
A stunning self-contained studio in the village of Riccall, with its own private entrance, modern kitchen and bathroom. Just 8 miles from the beautiful, historic city of York, Riccall contains everything you might want for your break away, with a wonderful restaurant, two pubs, a Post Office, tearoom and shop but it is also a perfect base for easy access to York; buses leave from the end of the road every 15 minutes or so. Stop at the Designer Outlet en-route, where the shopping experience draws people from all over the country.
A combination of sleek modern with quirky vintage, 'The Snug' offers the perfect getaway. Your own private studio, 'The Snug' has its own perfectly formed and well equipped kitchen with oven/hob, washer, welcome basket with breakfast items, including bread, butter, cereal, tea/coffee/hot chocolate, along with milk/ orange juice in the fridge.
Shampoo, conditioner and shower gel are provided in the modern bathroom, complete with powerful 'rain' shower. Freshly laundered towels, cosy bedding, blankets and robes will be ready for your arrival. Free Wifi is available throughout your stay. Choose from a variety of DVDs or Freeview is available through Amazon Fire. The kingsize sofa bed with mattress topper has been declared super-comfy by visitors to 'The Snug'.
'The Snug' is a chic extension to the old Station Master's House (dating back to the 1860s) where we live; the old East Coast Mainline that was behind the house is now the road to York. The cycle track (to York or Selby) is also close by and wonderful for a lovely walk too.The village is easily accessed via the major road networks so getting here will be no problem. You can eat in (or we can recommend takeaways if desired), enjoy a meal in the village (our favourite is the italian restaurant in a converted Mill) or take a bus into York (they run regularly and the last bus leaves York after 11 so plenty of time for wining and dining!)
York has an incredible wealth of things to see and do all year round, with the ancient walled centre offering more attractions per square mile than any other UK destination.
You will have your own private entrance to 'The Snug' and small outside area (see picture attached). I am usually here to welcome you, pass on your keys and answer any questions. We have a keysafe so please contact if you might need to use this.
No smoking please Check-in time is 2PM - late
Check out by 10AM
Other things to note:
Distant road noise could be heard.
All reviews of 'The Snug' have been 5* including the following:
'Me and my partner stayed at the snug for the weekend just before christmas, the snug it self is wonderful. It is beautifully decorated, it is cosy but not cramped. Perfect for a romantic weekend away. The location is away from the noise and hustle of the city centre , but close enough to drive or take the bus to york city centre. The extra touches provided are lovely, from flap jacks and hot chocolate to a Christmas card and cracker in the breakfast hamper. Great host , very attentive and helpful with any questions and queries. It was an unforgettable stay and me and my partner will definitely be back in the summer.'
'We were astounded by how nice The Snug was. Host was second to none, and made us feel very very welcome. Nice little touches like the Xmas card made our stay absolutely awesome. Would highly recommend. We will be back! Thank you once again!'
'One of the best BNB we ever been, everything clean and tidy, precise with all information; the place was perfect, modern and glamour! She gave us an extra; she has a fridge with all the stuff for breakfast! Cosy and comfortable, a proper SNUG to us! We really really recommend it!'
'We had a lovely time at The Snug for a weekend visit to York. Stylish and homely with lots of thoughtful things from host including a breakfast hamper. Couldn’t have asked for a nicer place to stay! Also perfect recommendation for food at Burro which was just over a five minute walk away. Thanks again!'
“The Snug” was the perfect place for my weeks training course in York! Comfortable, Great location, Clean, Spacious, A great hamper and a selection of bits in the fridge! Perfect little home away from home! If im training in York again I would certainly return!'
'We had a fantastic stay at the snug. It had lots of personal touches and was very comfortable. Perfect for a mini break to York which is only 30 minutes away by bus. We cannot recommend the Snug enough. Thank you for making us feel so welcome. :)'
'Cosy, lots of attention to detail, clean and comfortable. Don't need to go into York in the evening, as there are pubs, restaurants, and shops in the village. Great host, not intrusive, but on hand for any queries. What more could you want!'
'Lovely stay here! Lots of nice touches and very homely. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to stay near York, very near to the centre and easy to access with a car.'
'Fabulous accommodation- beautifully decorated, very clean. Lots of lovely additional touches including a welcome hamper with delicious homemade flapjack! Followed host's recommendations for a meal at Burro a wonderful italian restaurant in a 13th century windmill just a short walk away where we were warmly greeted and had a wonderful meal. Such a friendly and pretty village.'
'Wonderful host and 'the snug' was perfect for us. It is a self-contained studio flat with it's own modern bathroom and kitchen. The sofa bed was remarkably comfy and the flat was very clean. It's exceptionally well-equipped with lots of thoughtful touches. The breakfast hamper was great with fresh milk and orange juice in the fridge. Homemade marmalade was delicious!'
'I had a lovely stay in the Snug, Made me feel really welcome and I love all the vintage touches. I had everything I needed, the space was private but host was just next door if I needed anything. I was comfortable here, and the location for me was great for what I needed. A short drive to the Designer Outlet and A64, there is a bus into York that takes about half an hour, although I ended up driving it was nice to have the bus as an option. I hope to stay again. Oh and the bread was delicious!'
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
York
York is home to this apartment. Notable landmarks in the area include Shambles and York Minster. Selby Town Hall and Selby Superbowl are also worth visiting.
Skipwith Common National Nature Reserve - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
University of York - 14 min drive - 18.3 km
York Racecourse - 14 min drive - 16.5 km
Shambles - 16 min drive - 17.5 km
York Minster - 18 min drive - 18.4 km
Getting around
Selby Station - 11 min drive
Doncaster (DSA-Sheffield) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Le Raj - 8 min drive
The Drovers Arms Restaurant & Country Pub - 10 min drive
Sunshine Thai - 9 min drive
Burro Restaurant - 13 min walk
Per Bacco - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is 'The Snug' nr York: stunning self-contained studio @ Old Station Master's House. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 'The Snug' nr York: stunning self-contained studio @ Old Station Master's House.?
As of 9 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 'The Snug' nr York: stunning self-contained studio @ Old Station Master's House. on 10 Apr, 2026 start from S$130, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at 'The Snug' nr York: stunning self-contained studio @ Old Station Master's House.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 'The Snug' nr York: stunning self-contained studio @ Old Station Master's House.?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 'The Snug' nr York: stunning self-contained studio @ Old Station Master's House.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 'The Snug' nr York: stunning self-contained studio @ Old Station Master's House. located?
Situated in York, this apartment building is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Skipwith Common National Nature Reserve and within 6 miles (10 km) of Selby Abbey and Selby Town Hall. Selby Superbowl and Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A long weekend catching up with friends and family around the area. It’s very well named; we arrived during storm Amy so very much appreciated our snug little home from home. We appreciated the welcome hamper and enjoyed exploring Riccall. Some imaginative and unexpected design features: we particularly enjoyed the shower!
We were very impressed with the snug. The owners were really nice. Ideally situated for visiting York. Went to the local pub, smashing atmosphere. Would recommend.
Everything was as posted. Beautiful village. Great property. Nice little touches on arrival. Great communication. Public Transit is exceptional. Didn’t need a car. 20 -30 minutes to York. Just an overall great experience. Will stay here again
Scott D.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Nov, 2023
Scott was an amazing guest! Unfortunately he explained he clicked 1 star rather than the 5 star and then VRbo said they couldn't retrospectively change it...
The property had everything we need d as we were in the gone lot. Property was clean and stocked when we first checked in. Lots of wonderful little extras. Fresh bread, butter jam and marmalade. The owners had a bunch of other breakfast items available. Just a wonderful place. We spent 2 weeks total there on and off. Communication was timely with the owner. We will definitely stay again when we come back!!!
Scott D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Madhavan
7 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was good and convenient for us. A microwave could have a good addition to the property. Also the heating was not excellent especially the bathroom was too cold. Additional fan heater was helpful
The property is as described and in a lovely village location. The additional thoughtful touches made our stay very enjoyable and we will definitely be booking to stay again.
Accommodation was brilliant. The host was great and thought of everything you would need to make your stay special. Providing provisions well above normal standards. The Snug was beautifully clean and definitely had the home from home feel. I would definitely recommend staying here
Wonderful host, beautiful space to stay like home from home which had everything you need. Lovely area but very few places to eat likely due to covid and the restrictions. But nothing stopped us jumping on the bus into York City centre. 5* highly recommended
Such a pleasure to stay again in this cosy snug with such a generous host.
A little way out of York the snug is a little gem of a place to stay the hosts are so thoughtful & generous and the area is lovely. Will definitely stay again ... and again.
One of the best cottages I have stayed in and Claire really had thought of everything. Provisions were first rate. And much appreciated. Wonderfully equipped and the toiletries were fabulous. Very comfortable especially the bed. Highly recommended. I only wish I was staying longer. I would definitely return. Thank you Claire!
Ann C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alexander F.
21 May, 2019
Love this wee gem.
The Snug is well named and I need look no further when staying in this area.
Everything you need is at hand to make the stay most enjoyable.
Top marks!!
A lovely, cosy studio room with room to sit down and eat at tables plus excellent kitchen and bathroom with everything you might need . Welcomed with a hamper of lovely food, including delicious home made flapjacks plus cereal and milk of our choice, plenty of tea, coffee, butter, sugar, eggs, cheese, even croissant, bread and pain au chocolat, beers and orange juice. Claire, the owner, made us feel so welcome and provided all the info we wanted on the area, where to eat, where to visit, where to run, would highly recommend the 'Snug'.
Sandy
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kevin H.
11 Apr, 2019
Very clean and tidy.
We were very surprised with the additional items that Claire had waiting for us at The Snug. While our main focus was on visiting York, we really enjoyed the interaction with the local community as we travelled on the route 415 bus. Dining in Riccall was also a treat, The Italian Restaurant was top class and The Hare and Hounds was a great local.
Claire was a great host and looked after all our needs.
Kevin H.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lynne M.
3 Oct, 2018
A Real Gem
My partner and I felt truly blessed with our experience of 'The Snug'. It's exactly as described. A fantastic location to explore the area.The locals are extremely friendly. Claire is an amazing host. A very smooth booking process and excellent communication from Claire regarding our stay and directions etc.The accommodation was first class. Had everything we needed and a whole lot more. So cosy and relaxing.
Many thanks Claire. We will definitely be repeating the experience.
Lynne M.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alexander F.
27 Aug, 2018
Great find !
Superb accomodation in a lovely quiet village situated 15 minutes from York.
Claire a lovely host who attends to your every need and couldn't be more friendly or helpful.
Accomodation is spacious, clean and has everything you need ( and more ! )
Already booked for 2 stays next year says it all really 👍👍