Address:
Apartment 1, The Quadrant, Bootham Row, York, YO30 7BP
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From Bootham, turn down Bootham Row (there’s a Sainsbury Local on the corner)
Parking
Being in the centre of York there is no need for a car, and we are a 10 minute walk from York Train Station. However, if you are travelling to us by car, we are able to offer a free digital parking permit in either of the following car parks:
Bootham Row Car Park
Bootham Row
York
YO30 7BP
This is directly outside the apartment. However, there are only 100 spaces, so it can get full. It does include charging points.
https://www.york.gov.uk/directory-record/397/bootham-row-car-park
Union Terrace Car Park
Union Terrace
Clarence Street
York
YO31 7ES
https://www.york.gov.uk/directory-record/441/union-terrace-car-park-and-coach-park-yo31-7es
Parking is available from 3 pm on the day of check-in until 11 am on the day of check-out and we require the car registration in advance to process the permit for you.
If you would like to park earlier or later than the above times, please note that normal pay and display charges apply and parking patrols are in place.
Parking is entirely at your own risk. We will not accept any responsibility for any damage, fines, accidents or losses.
Free on-street parking can also be found in the Bootham area within a 10 minute walk of the apartment on and around Newborough Street – YO30 7AT.
Walking from York train station:
Turn left out of the station onto Station Rd/A1036 – 0.4 mi
Follow the road round and over the bridge.
Then turn left onto St Leonard‘s Pl/A1036 – 0.1 mi
Slight left onto Bootham/A19 – 246 ft
Turn right onto Bootham Row
Check-in instructions for The Larsen Suite
Apartment 1, The Quadrant, Bootham Row, York, GB, YO30 7BP
Building Entrance
Check-in After 3pm
Step 1:
Turn from Bootham onto Bootham Row (there is a Sainsbury’s local on the corner)
Step 2:
The front door is located towards the end of the building.
Step 3:
At the entrance, you will find an intercom on the right-hand side.
The code is #123456#
Then Pull the door to open.
Accomodation Access
The Quadrant – The Larsen is on the
1st Floor
Apartment No. 1
A lift is available on the ground floor at the end of the corridor if required.
Step 1: You’ll see what looks like a screen, it is touch-activated, so place your hand on the screen and the keypad will appear.
Step 2: Enter your unique code followed by * and twist the lock to open.
Step 3: The door will lock once closed.
Welcome to ‘The Larsen Suite’
We are delighted you are staying with us, and whatever your reason for visiting, we are here to do everything we can to ensure you have a wonderful stay.
Please read through the information provided to ensure your stay runs smoothly.
Wifi
Name: The Larsen Suite
Password: Apt1_TheQuadrant
Getting into the City Centre
Take a left onto the main road (Bootham) and walk towards Bootham Bar
There has been a gateway here for nearly 2000 years – Bootham Bar is on the site of one of the four main entrances to the Roman fortress. The archway itself dates back to the 11th century.
Local shop/convenience store
There is a Sainsbury’s local just opposite the apartment and a fabulous coffee shop on the main road called NorthSouth.
Dining
The vibrant city of York offers a vast range of fantastic places to eat. With so many options for breakfast, brunch, lunch or evening dining on our doorstep, we feel that the choice should be yours. But we are happy to help you with recommendations to suit your taste.
You can also check out our website with our top places to go at
Heating
The apartment is heated by underfloor heating and is very energy efficient, it retains heat and therefore, an ambient temperature will be reached by setting the thermostat to 21/22°.
If you do require it any warmer, we kindly ask that before you depart it is returned to 21/22°.
Many Thanks
To adjust the heating please use the control panel located next to the kitchen window. Simply turn the knob up or down to achieve the desired temperature.
Please do not adjust the settings on the boiler or the individual heating controls in the boiler cupboard.
We respectfully ask that you consider the environment and do not overheat the apartment when not occupied.
Bathroom ventilation
Please use the main lights in the bathroom when showering to enable the extractor fan to clear the steam. The fan is on a timer which will switch off after 10 minutes.
Sliding balcony doors
Ensure the handle is at an angle whilst closing the door.
Then once the door is shut and tight to the frame.
Move the handle to a vertical position.
This will ensure the door is locked.
For fire safety we don’t recommend using the keys or thumb locks to double lock the doors. Once the handle is in the vertical position the unit is secure.
For bedroom doors out to balcony and windows.
The horizontal position opens the door at the top only allowing ventilation.
The upright position allows door to fully open.
The downwards position locks the door.
Oven
Use the round rotary selector to change the operating modes and adjustment values shown in the display.
Please find the complete instructions in the back of the manual.
Bathroom smells
The shower traps in the apartments can become loose and if they do become loose, they don’t stop the smells coming up from the pipes.
If you find this issue, please let us know and we can pop over and push them down to prevent any unpleasant odours.
Hob
The main switch is used to switch the hob on and off.
To switch on: Touch the circle with the line through the middle symbol.
An audible signal sounds.
This also switches off the hob.
The indicators next to the main switch and the hotplate indicators ‘0’ light up. The hob is ready to use.
Choose your desired hotplate from the symbols. Then select the required heat setting.
Please find full instructions in the back of this manual.
Extractor Fan
When cooking on the hob, please switch on the extractor fan – the switch is behind the kettle in the kitchen.
Kitchen Tap
The kitchen tap has just one dial – for hot water keep turning the dial it will go from cold through to warm, through to hot.
Dishwasher
To run an economy cycle, please press the buttons labelled 1 to 4 in order.
Washer dryer
Determine the programme suitable for the type of laundry and select the function with the programme selection knob.
Please see the manual at the end of the pack for more information on washing and drying programs.
Tea and coffee
Please help yourself to tea, instant coffee and sugar during your stay. If you prefer real coffee, there is also a coffee machine, which uses Lavazza A Modo Mia capsules, available from most supermarkets.
Iron and Ironing Board
The iron is in the cupboard under the sink and the ironing board can be found under the ottoman bed in the front bedroom. To access this, pull up the frame that the mattress sits on at the end of the bed.
Fans
Should you require them, there are two cooling fans located in the cupboard on the kitchen island by the bar stools.
Hairdryer
There are 2 hairdryers, located in the bedside drawers in each bedroom.
Soundbar
To connect to the Sonos speaker you need to be connected to the Wi-Fi and to have the Sonos app downloaded. Open the app and click ‘Connect’. Once connected, you will be able to play music from your streaming service.
TV
The apartment includes a Samsung SMART QLED TV with remote control. It is operated using the remote control. Please note that the digital channels 101 to 105 do not always function due to poor reception in the York area. The main BBC, ITV and Channel 4 channels can be found on 001 to 004 as an alternative.
If you have your own Netflix, Amazon Prime, Now TV, Disney + etc account you will be able to log in and stream your choice of viewing.
Balcony
There are some blankets in a box under the bed in the front bedroom marked ‘Balcony Blankets’ for your use. Please do not take the bedroom throws outside.
Rubbish
The cleaners will take your rubbish at the end of your stay, however, if you need to dispose of rubbish before your departure. There is a key for the rubbish lock up (usually found in the cutlery drawers) Then make your way out of the building, walk around to your right and right again, where you will find yourself around the side of the building, there is a door on the far left-hand side where the bins are stored.
Taxi
A local Taxi number is 01904 365365.
Uber is also available in York
Luggage storage
For luggage storage, please see the links below:
Maintenance
There is a vacuum cleaner in the hallway and cleaning products under the sink in the kitchen if you require them.
If you notice anything that needs our attention, please do not hesitate to let us know.
Neighbours
Please be mindful of our neighbours while enjoying your stay.
Emergency numbers
Ambulance call 999 or 112
Apartment location –
Apartment 1, The Quadrant, Bootham Row, York, YO30 7BP
The nearest A&E is at York Hospital on Wigginton Rd, York, YO31 8HE
01904 631 313
Non- Emergency medical number call 111
This number connects you to a team of fully trained advisors (and can be translated)
To help you find what local services can help you, connect you to a nurse, emergency dentist, pharmacist or GP, book you a face to face appointment and self-care advice.
Police emergency 999
Police non-emergency 101
In case of a fire
Please familiarise yourself with the building, the exit and safety information by the front door when you arrive.
If you hear the fire alarm, please leave the apartment and make your way safely to your nearest exit and outside.
If you discover a fire, dial 999/112
Close all the doors to the affected apartment/area
Sound the fire alarm (if not already activated) by pressing a call point.
There is a fire extinguisher located in the boiler cupboard. There is also a fire blanket in the drawer to the left of the hob.
No Smoking
WE ASK ALL GUESTS TO PLEASE ADHERE TO THE STRICT NO SMOKING POLICY, BOTH INSIDE THE APARTMENT AND ON THE BALCONY.
Checking out
We hope you have had a wonderful stay and want it to be as easy as possible for you to check out.
- Please ensure all windows are shut
- Lights are turned off
- We don’t ask you to strip the beds although please leave any used towels in the shower
- Please put all your rubbish in the bins provided
- Wash up all dishes or pop in the dishwasher and turn on to an economy wash (see above)
- Make sure the apartment door is fully closed
- Free parking will cease at 11am on your check out day so please make sure that you have made alternative arrangements if you are staying in the city.
- Make sure you have all your belongings and have a safe journey home!
Please note a £100 security deposit will be charged if any damage is caused or excessive cleaning is required.
Many Thanks
The property is managed by a small independent property management company Called ’ Violet Homes’
We always welcome feedback,
If there is anything else you think could improve our service, please let us know.
Contact Daisy on What’s App on +44 7809 197276
Call on 01904 951275 or email at daisy@violethomes.co.uk
Don’t forget you can book with us direct at www.violethomes.co.uk and receive a 10% discount.