Mayford House is situated in Durham’s historic Old Elvet area, offering residents convenient access to both Durham University and Durham city centre. The surrounding neighbourhood is well known for its traditional university-city atmosphere and provides easy walking access to cafés, restaurants, supermarkets and daily amenities. Its location combines academic convenience with the character of Durham’s historic streetscape, making the property especially suitable for postgraduate students and long-term residents seeking a quieter and more refined living environment.
The property offers a high-specification refurbished one-bedroom studio apartment designed around a modern boutique-style residential concept. Internally, the accommodation includes a living area, open-plan kitchen, separate sleeping space, bathroom and additional storage facilities. The interior follows a contemporary neutral colour palette with modern finishes throughout, creating a bright and comfortable atmosphere suitable for long-term independent living. The kitchen is fully fitted with integrated appliances including an electric oven, hob, extractor hood and built-in fridge freezer to support practical day-to-day living.
The apartment has been finished to a high overall standard, with the bathroom featuring modern fittings such as full-height wall tiling, glass shower screens and upgraded fixtures. The property is also furnished, allowing residents to move in with minimal additional setup. Overall, Mayford House is particularly well suited to international students and postgraduate residents seeking a quieter, more independent and higher-quality long-term accommodation experience within Durham’s historic university district.