The surroundings of this very central Durham apartment
On the doorstep of history, in the vibrant centre of Durham
Oasis Apartment is on the second floor, above the historic streets of Durham and next to the River Wear. The Cathedral and Castle are a 5-minute stroll away, which will take you past the city's interesting shops and wide variety of restaurants. As well as traditional establishments, there are chic cosmopolitan bars and eateries, and Durham's impressive Gala Theatre complex is just round the corner.Further afield, a 20 minute drive will take you to the prestigious Beamish Open Air Museum, or if you can't live without serious shopping, Gateshead's Metro Centre is similar distance away.
There's a convenience store within 2 minutes of your front door, a wine merchant is reachable in 30 seconds, and a leisure club with gym and indoor swimming pool right over the road. The railway and bus stations are within easy walking distance.
History of the building
Oasis Apartment is above New Elvet, which was originally the main street in Durham. Elvet derives from the Saxon Aelfet-Ee, which translates as Swan Island.The adjacent buildings date from the 17th century, and the Apartment is within what was a trio of private mansions until the early 19th century, one of which belonged to the grandfather of Anthony Eden, past Prime Minister of Great Britain.
After that time the mansions were converted to a coaching inn, with a wheelwright's shop and yard at the rear.