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Host & Stay | The Tunstall

Apartment with kitchen, near Durham University

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Interior
Microwave, oven, cookware/dishes/utensils
Interior detail
Interior
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Close to Durham University, Host & Stay | The Tunstall provides amenities like laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Host & Stay | The Tunstall

Summary:
Throughout the past 310 years, nestled under the watchful gaze of Durham Cathedral, many esteemed guests (including Her Majesty The Queen) have enjoyed the timeless elegance of 52 Old Elvet and revelled in its unparalleled history. For a memorable stay, look no further than The Tunstall. This one bedroom apartment is the perfect retreat for two.

The Space:
This beautiful one bedroom apartment is located at the rear of the 52 Old Elvet building. Once used as a meeting point for prominent figures, this space was a purposely-built billiard room. The vast, vaulted room has since been transformed into two apartments (The Tunstall and The Wolsey).

The Tunstall has retained plenty of its original character as it still features the original glass panelled roof which is supported by polished timbers of Art Nouveau style. The apartment has a modern open plan kitchen, living and dining area which is complete with a grey, chaise end sofa and flat screen TV. The bedroom has a comfortable, double bed and the sleek bathroom features a large walk in shower.

The apartment also has stairs which lead up to a cleverly designed upper floor space which is ideal for a study or den.

Guest Access:
Guests have access to the full apartment. The keys to the property are accessed via a secure key safe and full details will be provided shortly before your arrival date.

There is free on-site parking.

The Turnstall is located in the 52 Old Elvet building with 9 other apartments, perfect for group getaways or occasion stays. If you are looking to book more than one apartment, our team are on hand to support with availability and pricing.

The Neighborhood:
Named as ‘One of the Best Cities to Visit in recent years, Durham is a beautiful and charming area within the North East. Known as the ‘perfect little city’, Durham has the best mix of everything and it all blends seamlessly. It retains its medieval heritage but it also has a modern and vibrant twist. It boasts lush green landscapes but it also has busy cobbled streets with independent shops, bars and restaurants.

Durham has plenty of history within its walls. One of the most spectacular historic sites is Durham Cathedral. Constructed between 1903 and 1133, this towering building is a shining example of Norman architecture. The cathedral is now the oldest surviving building with a stone vaulted ceiling of such a large scale.

Getting Around:
52 Old Elvet is located in the city centre with cafes, restaurants, shops and bars right on the doorstep.

Durham train station is a 15-minute walk from the apartment so nearby towns and cities can easily be reached via rail. There’s also a taxi rank in close proximity to the train station.

There are plenty of bus routes throughout Durham. Hop on the Arriva 6 route to visit Barnard Castle or the number 22 which travels through Seaham and Sunderland.

Interaction with Guests:
We’re always available for our guests so please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

• No smoking • No pets • No parties or events • Check-in time is 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Free

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Durham, England

What's nearby

  • Durham Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gala Theatre Durham - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Durham Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Durham University - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Crook Hall and Gardens - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 13 min walk
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Durham Students' Union - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Notch - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffé Capriccio - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Library - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Host & Stay | The Tunstall pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is Host & Stay | The Tunstall located?

Situated in Durham, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Durham Indoor Market and Durham University. St. Nicholas Church and Durham World Heritage Site Visitor Centre are also within 10 minutes. Durham Station is 13 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Host & Stay | The Tunstall Reviews

6.0

4.0

Cleanliness

10

Location
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Matthew S.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
An excellent location in the centre of Durham City. It couldn't be better for visiting the cathedral, university and doing the park run so on that basis we would consider staying there again although it was a bit pricey.For that price and from the photo on the left hand side we were not expecting the property to be dark, not very clean, the bathroom to smell of sewerage (all the time!) and the sofa not to very comfortable. All these points could easily be rectified. I didn't post a review straightaway as I thought I would give the owners a chance to visit the property after our stay to confirm this for themselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025