The Sands

Sands House is a two bedroom house situated near the river in a quiet area of the city and within easy walking distance of the city centre.

The train and bus stations are only a 20/25min walk away as are the Durham Castle and Cathedral, Market Place and University buildings.

There is a large garden to the rear of the house which guests have use of and which can be used to park 2 cars subject to height restriction of 1.8m. Street parking is available for larger vehicles.

The ground floor consists of a lounge which is of a good size and has a sofa bed plus further seating, a TV and a 1.8m pool table. A large kitchen has a gas cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher. A table and 4 chairs are provided in the kitchen and a washing machine is provided in an under stairs cupboard off the kitchen. Drying facilities are provided in an outbuilding near to the parking area.

To the rear of the property is a large conservatory which contains the main dining table with seating for 6 and other soft seating. A small wc is located in the conservatory.

The first floor has 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. The double bedroom has en suite shower/wc and the other twin bedroom can also accommodate a camp bed or inflatable bed if required (provided on application). The bathroom has a bath with shower over bath and wc.

The property is fully central heated and also has a stove which could be used in cold weather by arrangement.

Blue Ray DVD.

Free Wifi.

No Smoking.

To the rear of the house is an established garden with several seating areas. Patio furniture is provided next to the conservatory for up to 6 people. Access to the rear of the house is across the garden and down 4 steps. To the front of the house access is level but is over a 200mm step into the front door.

A bus service which accesses the Cathedral leaves from a coach park 300m away. This service can also be used to reach the bus and train stations.