Check-in instructions for The Ruskin Suite
Apartment 2, 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.
Accommodation Access
The Quadrant – The Ruskin Suite is on the
1st Floor
Apartment No. 2
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.
Address:
Apartment 2, 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
Welcome to ‘The Ruskin 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
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
Please see the Hive manual for full details.
Oven
The oven operations are controlled by the function selector knob on the right of the control panel and the temperature sector knob on the left side.
Please see more details of functions in the manual at the end of the pack.
Hob
Press the main ‘on/off’ button once to active the hob. Touch one of the cooking zone selection controls to turn on the desired cooking zone. After selecting the cooking zone of the hob, 0. Will flash on the relevant cooking zone display.
Touch the + and – keys to set the temperature.
To turn off the hob press the on/off button for 2 seconds and the hob will turn off and return to stand by mode.
Kitchen fan
There is a switch behind the microwave to turn off the kitchen extractor fan.
Please turn it back on when cooking food.
Washer dryer
Determine the programme suitable for the type of laundry and select the function with the programme section 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 and coffee during your stay.
Iron and Ironing Board
These are located in the wardrobe.
Bathroom ventilation
There is a fan switch above the bathroom door.
Please ensure this is left on, especially while using the shower to ensure proper ventilation can take place.
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.
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.
Sofa Bed
To give you the flexibility of being able to use the sofa at your preferred time, we leave all the bedding and linen for the sofa in a pack to use at your convenience, allowing you to make the most of the apartment during the day.
For bookings of 3/4 guests the bedding and linen is included in your stay, just remove the tags from the bags, when you have finished please leave it out and the cleaning team will arrange for it to be cleaned after your stay.
If you would like to use the sofa bed during your stay but have only booked for 1/2 guests please get in touch and we can arrange an extra charge to be added to your booking if you wish to use it.
If tags are removed, a fee will be charged.
Bedding, mattress topper and linen packs can be found in the right hand side of the wardrobe.
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 also available in York
Maintenance
There is a vacuum cleaner in the cupboard next to the wardrobe and cleaning products under the sink 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.
No smoking
Checking out
We hope you have had a wonderful stay and want it to be as easy as possible for you to check out.
Check out is 11am
- Would you please ensure all windows are shut.
- The lights are turned off.
- We don’t ask you to strip the beds, but we would appreciate it if you could place the used towels in the shower area.
- Please place all rubbish in the bin provided.
- Please place all dishes and kitchen utensils in the dishwasher and put on a hot wash.
- Shut the door behind you and replace the keys to the lockbox and ensure it is locked.
- 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 found.
Many Thanks
Luggage storage
For luggage storage, please see the links below:
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.