Sheriff's Tower Cottage - West

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This fresh, recently refurbished property sits on peaceful Silver Street, yards from the original walls of Auckland Palace.

Sheriff’s Tower Cottage – West is ideally located just around the corner from all the other popular attractions on Market Place. Originally part of the old alms-houses, you will find clever touches amongst the sharp, modern interior which serve as reminders of this heritage. From the bedrooms, the cottage boasts views north to green fields and the countryside of County Durham. To the rear stands Auckland Tower, from where visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the whole town.

All guests benefit from an Unlimited Pass, 10% discount in The Auckland Project’s restaurants, after-hours access to the Walled Garden until 10pm, and free and private off-street parking.

Just off the main Market Place is peaceful Silver Street, where once many silver coins passed hands in the Sheriff’s Tower as the townsfolk came to pay their taxes.

You can still see this tower from the cottage windows, reminding you of the many centuries of history which crowd around this ancient part of Bishop Auckland.

Inside the property, however, you will be grateful for the comforts of modern life. Each room has been studiously refurbished to bring vibrancy and quality to the living spaces.

To the rear is a garden terrace which provides ample space to sit and study Auckland Tower, the wonderful modern structure which has been designed to recall the shape of a medieval siege tower and from which visitors can appreciate grandstand views.

So, relax and enjoy your stay, safe in the knowledge that your night will be a peaceful one in this little backroad tucked behind the conservation heart of Bishop Auckland.