Guests say
Guests have found the apartment to be a comfortable and well-equipped base for exploring the area, with particular praise for its cleanliness, secure parking, and convenient location near Durham and local amenities. The kitchen is well-appointed, though an extra socket for the toaster was suggested. The property's proximity to a busy road was noted, but this did not detract significantly from the overall positive experience.
The apartment has been consistently described as clean and well-maintained, with one guest highlighting it as the cleanest holiday home they've ever had.
The location is appreciated for its easy access to Durham, local shops, and attractions, although one review mentioned a busy road nearby which may affect those sensitive to noise.
The apartment is generally found to be comfortable, with a great shower and comfy bed. However, one guest mentioned a preference for a softer mattress, and another noted the need for a shorter person to sleep on one side of the bed due to the eaves.
Facilities are well-regarded, especially the well-equipped kitchen, though a few guests mentioned the lack of a cheese grater and the need for an extra socket. The absence of instruction books for appliances was also noted.
While the reviews are positive about the property and its amenities, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the host. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
A light and bright second floor apartment located in the small village of Kimblesworth just a few miles from the beautiful city of Durham. Guests will find welcoming accommodation including a well-equipped open plan living area and two comfy bedrooms, one with its own en-suite. Outside, guests are free to enjoy the shared grounds. A comfortable, centrally located base for touring County Durham. Note: This property can be booked with Property Ref. 925838, together they sleep 7.
Situated in one of the most beautiful counties of England, Durham city is one of the jewels in Englands crown. Dominated by the historic centre, a World Heritage Site, the city is home to magnificent Durham Cathedral, with its breathtaking vaulted ceiling and splendid architecture. Durham city is the ideal location for discovering this beautiful county.
Accommodation
All second floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair on request.
Off road parking for 1 car.
Shared use of apartment grounds.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 1 min walk, pub 5 mins walk.
Nearby points of interest
- Oriental Museum
- Beamish Museum
- Thornley Woodlands Centre
- BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art
- Sunderland Museum
- Seven Stories
- Laing Art Gallery
- National Glass Centre
- Booth Museum of Natural History
- Jarrow Hall (formerly Bede's World)
Reviews (16)
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Kevin
Everything stated in the advert was as found. Could not find any faults and would use the apartment again.
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Brenda
Your instructions for finding the property if travelling north on A167need to include information to ignore first Kimblesworth sign as it brings you in the wrong end of village and if you come up hill and take first left you are nowhere near the property. I appreciated owner meeting me at property and helping me unload car as there is not a lift either.
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Pat
However, there is a busy road almost next to the apartment block, which was rather noisy at times. The property (no 3 not 8) had no chest of drawers in the double bedroom, although a cupboard built under the eaves had shelves which we were able to use. Because of the eaves a shorter person needs to sleep on the eave side of the double bed. We did enjoy our stay though as we were very close to the Sniperley P&R, which was free for concessions, making Durham city easy to visit for the cathedral and castle etc. We would also recommend Beamish and Seaham.