10/10 Excellent
Peter T.
27 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Well equipped
Peter T.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Aparthotel
The Old School House Hotel
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Apart-hotel
3 bedrooms3 bathrooms
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Parking available
- Outdoor space
- Kitchen
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
Bearpark, England
- Durham Cathedral6 min drive
- Durham University6 min drive
- Durham Castle6 min drive
- Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)34 min drive
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About the area
Durham
With a stay at this aparthotel in Durham, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Durham University and Oriental Museum. .This aparthotel is 10.3 mi (16.5 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Gala Theatre Durham.
What's nearby
- Diggerland - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
- Durham Cathedral - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
- Gala Theatre Durham - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
- Durham University - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
- Durham Castle - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
Getting around
- Durham Station - 10 min drive
- Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
- The New Board Inn - 5 min drive
- The Station House - 6 min drive
- Colpitts Hotel - 5 min drive
- Fram Ferment - 6 min drive
- The Bridge Hotel - 6 min drive
About this property
The Old School House Hotel
The Old School House Hotel – Tranquil Guest House Near Durham
Discover the charm of The Old School House, a beautifully restored guest house just 2 miles from Durham city centre. Nestled in peaceful countryside, we offer a relaxing escape with easy access to Durham Cathedral, Durham University, and the vibrant historic city of Durham.
Our spacious rooms blend traditional character with modern comfort, featuring free Wi-Fi, en-suite bathrooms, and comfortable beds for a restful night. Guests enjoy a delicious locally sourced breakfast, free parking, and a warm, personal welcome in a quiet, scenic setting.
Whether you’re here for a romantic getaway, a university visit, or to explore the North East’s rich heritage, The Old School House is the perfect place to stay near Durham.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Complimentary breakfast
- Free on-site parking
- Peaceful rural location
- 5-minute drive to Durham city centre
Book now and experience countryside comfort with city convenience.
Discover the charm of The Old School House, a beautifully restored guest house just 2 miles from Durham city centre. Nestled in peaceful countryside, we offer a relaxing escape with easy access to Durham Cathedral, Durham University, and the vibrant historic city of Durham.
Our spacious rooms blend traditional character with modern comfort, featuring free Wi-Fi, en-suite bathrooms, and comfortable beds for a restful night. Guests enjoy a delicious locally sourced breakfast, free parking, and a warm, personal welcome in a quiet, scenic setting.
Whether you’re here for a romantic getaway, a university visit, or to explore the North East’s rich heritage, The Old School House is the perfect place to stay near Durham.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Complimentary breakfast
- Free on-site parking
- Peaceful rural location
- 5-minute drive to Durham city centre
Book now and experience countryside comfort with city convenience.
Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, which has a kitchenette. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Martin Connolly
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2.5 bathrooms
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Accessible parking space
- No lift
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Designated smoking areas
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)
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
The Old School House Hotel Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Steven
Travelled with partner
24 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property very quiet, room was super clean and the owners were very friendly, cannot fault the experience, would definitely recommend and use again.
Steven
Stayed 1 night in May 2025