Make yourself completely at home in central York in this Grade II listed building. With everything you need in a great location with optional secure parking if required (£10/night). Enjoy morning coffee with a river view before you head out to explore, shop, dine and take in the sights. Come back when you’ve had enough and relax. Our gorgeous riverside, ground floor studio apartment provides space to relax in tranquil surroundings yet is within minutes of the buzz of the city-come and enjoy! The space Welcome to The Cocoa Pod - step in, relax and chill out! A spacious ground floor studio apartment in a central location (just a 5 minute walk to The Shambles) with a river view, free wi-fi and access to a private parking space in the secure multi-storey car park right outside which can be pre-booked for your stay if required for a small fee. Originally a flour mill dating from the 1860s then becoming Rowntree’s Cocoa Bean store in the 1930s, the Cocoa Pod apartment is an ideal base for your stay in York, whether for work or leisure. With its exposed brickwork and floor to ceiling picture window, the apartment offers a luxury hotel feel but with the flexibility of your own living and kitchen space. Enjoy a busy day taking in the sights and shopping then pop back to get ready for a night on the town or just stay in and relax - stream your favourite TV, enjoy a glass of wine or even a romantic meal and watch the ducks swim past! Attention to detail and cleanliness is our priority at all times to ensure your stay is the best it can be. We look after the apartment ourselves (no third party management) so we aim to make sure everything is how we would want it to be if we were a guest. The Cocoa Pod at a glance: Ground floor studio apartment Comfy double bed Triple glazing and black out curtains providing a peaceful stay Living area with sofa, widescreen TV, wifi, firestick and USB charging points Desk/vanity area for working or getting ready for a night out Fully equipped kitchen area with fridge, hob and oven with complimentary tea, coffee. sugar & fresh milk Dining area with riverside views Luxury bathroom with walk-in shower, towels, toilet paper and complimentary toiletries (shower gel, shampoo & conditioner) Parking available to pre-book for £10 per night 5 minutes walk to The Shambles and City Centre Located less than half a mile from The Barbican and Grand Opera House venues High specification and recently re-decorated throughout We also host another similar studio apartment in the same building on the first floor - The Cocoa Bean - ideal if you are a group of friends or family travelling together looking to be located close to each other. Please get in touch if you need to try and co-ordinate your bookings to have access to both properties at the same time. Guest access Secure communal entrance lobby providing further access to the whole apartment. The apartment is self-check-in using a key code. You will have full use of the entire apartment. Other things to note Parking can be pre-booked in the adjacent secure multi-storey car park at a cost of £10 per night. Just let us know if this is required when you book. If you are visiting for a special occasion or just want to surprise someone, get in touch and we will be happy to try and assist. Whether it's flowers on arrival or something fizzy chilling in the fridge, we will do our best to help out with the only charge to you being the cost of the items. Our guest manual located in The Cocoa Pod remains up to date with local recommendations for you to try out – from coffee shops to restaurants and wine bars to delis. York is a thriving hub of local, independent businesses and we will leave you a free York Indie City Map in the apartment ready for you to go exploring. If you need any specific recommendations, we will be happy to help!