We enjoyed our stay at Pickwick House which is on London Road, in Headington, on the "outskirts" of Oxford. We had a car. We caught the bus right across the street to travel to and from the city. I've lost track of how you plan to arrive in Oxford so don't know if this location would help at all. We had roomy and clean room with sliding glass door onto the nice back yard, good breakfast, and great shower and quiet. It is a "small hotel" type of B&B.

In York we found my favorite of the 8 B&B's we stayed in. Number 34 York. It is a really short walk from the city walls; there are a number of B&B's in its area, so staying here and walking to and fro is very convenient. It was roomy, pretty, great hostess (young lady and her mom are owners), good food, plenty of info available. A plus for us was the ease of parking right at the doorway on the street and actually having 2 rooms plus the bath which was nice for DD with us, but the other amenities and the general atmosphere are assets for anyone.

Ironically, I DID contact th Number 34 York B&B, I first contacted I believe her dad's B&B, but he was booked and recommended hers, then I contacted her, but she was booked and recommended someone else, who I'm waiting to hear from. :-)

Thanks for Oxford suggestion, will look into it as well.

Just wanted to say thanks again for all the advice given! I know I haven't said much in the last two months, just been busy. I leave tomorrow though!