Houghall Court, Durham

If you are looking for student accommodation in Durham, you might have stumbled upon the best one that is available! Houghall Court is one of the luxurious student accommodations in Durham that offers students a wide range of studios and en-suite rooms that are completely equipped with first-class features. With this, student accommodation is neatly placed in a location that isn't as loud as the city centre and not as quiet as you are living in the middle of nowhere. It is close to the University of Durham (a 5-minute drive) and New College Durham (a 10-minute drive). The peace you will experience while living at Houghall Court will be sublime!

Living a bit far from the city centre of Durham allows you to be at peace but makes sure that you don't miss out on the events taking place as it is just a 4-minutes drive away. The city of Durham is home to many historic landmarks and iconic attractions, which you can visit on the days you are free. There are plenty of restaurants, cafes and clubs to relax after a long day at college, and if you are a person who prefers to connect with nature, there are a few parks and green spaces available as well. While living at Houghall Court, you can experience everything this lovely city has to offer at your own pace. Located right next to the city centre and various universities, Houghall Court is one of the best student accommodations in Durham. Book your stay now and discover what we mean by how peaceful it would be.

When you are booking your stay at Houghall Court, you can expect the best in the world amenities. In your en-suite or studio room, you will find a fully equipped room with a comfortable 3/4 double bed for you, under-bed storage, a wardrobe and a desk to keep yourself organised and neat, an ironing board and iron so that you can press your clothes when urgent and you will also find a vacuum cleaner to keep the room clean! You will also find a fully equipped kitchen in your room with a microwave and oven, a refrigerator, and cooking hobs. One more thing, your room and the entire place are fitted with super-fast WiFi.

If you are not in the mood for cooking, you can grab a bite from the vending machine present in the student accommodation. If you want to relax with friends, you can head to the common area or the TV rooms filled with bean bags to relax on! You can also head to the outdoor social area to relax with your mates while enjoying the cool breeze. A laundry facility is also available for use when your clothes get stained or dirty. For all the cyclists out there, Don't be worried about your security as the entire property is fitted with CCTV, and there is also an on-site service team and 24/7 assistance; as for your belongings as you also get contents insurance. With all these features, Houghall Court is among the best student accommodations in Durham.

Houghall Court's great location makes it accessible for you to visit the city centre and enjoy your student life. If you are wondering about where you are going to work out as there is no gym in the student accommodation, In that case, just across the road, you'll find Durham University's Graham Sports Centre - home to a fully-equipped gym, indoor sports hall, tennis courts, artificial sports pitches, running track, and more.

There are plenty of clubs close to Houghall Court that you can visit for some parties or grab a drink and watch some football, like Blue Eye, for some delicious cocktails; the Half Moon Inn, where you can have a drink right next to the river, Fabio's Bar a bar where you will need to wear your dance shoes, and The Library if you are looking for something modern.

If you are looking for a place to eat. In that case, you can visit restaurants such as Barrio Comida for some Mexican food, Zen if you are looking for some Thai cuisine, Fat Hippo for some U.S-styled burgers, and Restaurant 17 for some wine and European food in a cosy setting. You can relax and enjoy the sun in any of the many parks that are in the city. If you are looking for things to do in this lovely city, then you can read our blog on the things to do in Durham.

There are many means of transport from Houghall Court and in the city of Durham, like buses, trains and cycling! Your average bus fare for a one-way trip would be £1.5. It is connected to cities around the nation, including Manchester, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, and London, so you can roam the country easily. From Houghall Court, Durham, travelling around the city will not be a hassle for you as Durham University Bus stop is located within walking distance of 10 minutes, and Durham Train station is a short 8-minute drive from this property.