The Dutch House was the place where those Dutch people with the unpronounceable name lived.īy the time Danny Conroy, the narrator of this story, came to live in this grand house with its huge glass window, decorative wrought-iron work, and third-floor ballroom, the VanHoebeeks were long dead and the house and contents had been sold to Danny's father to pay off their debts. Please note, there is a minimum age of 8 years old for children staying at this property.The Dutch House, as it came to be known in Elkins Park and Jenkintown and Glenside and all the way to Philadelphia, referred not to the house's architecture but to its inhabitants. With private secure parking also offered with the property you are perfectly set in this beautiful piece of York history. If you are bringing your car, the beautiful North Yorkshire Moors, Yorkshire Dales, and Harrogate are all within easy driving distance. You also have theatres, restaurants, designer shopping and York’s great Railway Museum along with other places of interest. With so many of the famous historic landmarks of York literally on your doorstep, you won’t be short of things to do and see. There is also a dining table, which comfortably sits four for an evening meal or the perfect holiday breakfast! The open plan lounge offers a wonderful space to get together to discuss the day ahead, or an evening relaxing in your own special piece of York history. On the ground floor the open plan living area consists of a fully equipped handmade kitchen with everything that you will need for your break in York. Both bedrooms have individual ensuite facilities, one with its own free-standing double ended bath. With underfloor heating throughout, this is a luxurious two double-bedroom house. The accommodation is spread over 3 floors and furnished to ensure the comfort and enjoyment of the guests. The property is now back to its former glory and will be there to be enjoyed by the numerous visitors for generations to come. Situated in the street of Ogleforth to the rear of York Minster and adjacent to Chapter House Street, the property was saved from decay and has been sympathetically renovated, providing the perfect balance between comfort and history. Featured on many of the historical walks around York, it is one of York’s finest historical private residences. The Dutch House is a listed building believed to be York’s oldest brick built house dating from 1648.
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