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The Durham Ox

5.0 star property
Escape to an elegant retreat with charming gardens and tennis courts. Unwind with dinner at the restaurant.

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Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
Superior Double Room, Ensuite ( Super King - Lavender)
Bar (on property)
Cottage, Private Bathroom (Ivy - Self Catering) | Interior
The Durham Ox, a luxury guesthouse, offers an unforgettable retreat. Enjoy breakfast on the terrace or challenge yourself to a tennis match on the outdoor court. With WiFi in public areas and housekeeping services, you can unwind while taking advantage of nearby attractions.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$228
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb

Room options

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite ( Super King - Lavender)

Superior Double Room, Ensuite ( Super King - Lavender)

Highlights

Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Wardrobe
Pet friendly
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Studio Suite, Ensuite

Executive Studio Suite, Ensuite

Highlights

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Deep-soaking bath
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
Wardrobe
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cottage, Private Bathroom (Ivy - Self Catering) | Exterior

Cottage, Private Bathroom (Ivy - Self Catering)

Highlights

Fireplace
Kitchen
Fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
3 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ensuite (Large - Rose)

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ensuite (Large - Rose)

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ensuite (Large - Rose)

Highlights

Fridge
2 bedrooms
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Wardrobe
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Luxury Villa, Ensuite

Luxury Villa, Ensuite

Luxury Villa, Ensuite

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 180 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Blue)

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Blue)

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Blue)

Highlights

Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Iron/ironing board
Wardrobe
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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View from property

Deluxe Cabin, Ensuite

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite (Super King - Green )

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite (Super King - Green )

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite (Super King - Green )

Highlights

Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Wardrobe
Pet friendly
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Super King Field )

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Super King Field )

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Super King Field )

Highlights

Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Wardrobe
Pet friendly
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Interior

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  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1095)
The price is AU$335
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
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About the area

Map
Westway, Crayke, York, England, YO61 4TE

What's nearby

  • Redwood Park Fishing Lakes - 8 min drive
  • York Minster - 19 min drive
  • York City Walls - 20 min drive
  • Shambles - 21 min drive
  • Castle Howard - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Malton Station - 26 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mended Drum - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Curious Coffee Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Durham Ox - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Black Horse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Highwayman Inn - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Durham Ox

Luxury guest house
At The Durham Ox, you can look forward to a terrace, a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court and luggage storage
  • A porter/bellboy, 1 meeting room and wedding services
More amenities include:
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, satellite channels and housekeeping

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor tennis court

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Satellite channels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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Durham Ox Inn York
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Inn The Durham Ox York
York The Durham Ox Inn
The Durham Ox York
Durham Ox Inn
Durham Ox
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The Durham Ox Guesthouse York

Frequently asked questions

Is The Durham Ox pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Durham Ox?

As of 17 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Durham Ox on 24 Feb 2025 start from AU$227.88, 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 Durham Ox?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Durham Ox?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Durham Ox?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Durham Ox located?

Situated in York, this luxury guesthouse is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from The Dutch House and within 3 miles (5 km) of Easingwold Golf Club and Howardian Hills. Redwood Park Fishing Lakes and Byland Abbey are also within 9 miles (15 km).

The Durham Ox Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 113 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Romantic return
My husband proposed to me there & it was our 14th wedding anniversary celebration so it was so perfect we had the same room which is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay at the Durham ox on sat 2nd nov. Lovely accommodation which was nice and relaxed and all staff so attentive. Food amazing also. Will definitely return and would definitely recommend. Just a lovely quiet place. Lisa.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay, the food is pricey but excellent . Rooms spacious and very well appointed. Breakfast lovely, good quality local produce. Staff were all friendly and lovely. Definitely recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place to stay
Amazing experience from beginning to end. Will definitely be returning.
Surf & Turf sharing platter
Misty morning birw
Full Yorkshire
Eggs Benedict
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Great food, great room, great service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room, great food, quaint place & lovely staff. 👍
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Work tour
Excellent food, room with all amenities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous place
An amazing place to stop. Easy access to the beautiful Howardian Hills or York. Great place to stop. Brilliant accommodation, great hospitality and fantastic food and beer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accommodation was fantastic, very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceptional experience at every level
Outstanding experience. Professional staff, great atmosphere and excellent food. The Ox has a fantastic ambience and is a credit to the owners and their team.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great night away , fantastic accommodation, food and service . North Yorkshire at its best .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Excellent rooms and Bar / Restaurant. Great steaks.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breezy day
Vey good with great views and nice food in the restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Durham Ox
Excellent place. Brilliant staff. Amazing food. 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022