Title: Stylish 6 Bed - Huge Garden, 10 min to Durham City Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Stylish 6 Bed - Huge Garden, 10 min to Durham City Holiday home in Houghton le Spring ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120310000/120307900/120307837/a2f53296.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120310000/120307900/120307837/ae50e388.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120310000/120307900/120307837/841fb911.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120310000/120307900/120307837/8254df3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120310000/120307900/120307837/1b2139d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Near Durham University, Stylish 6 Bed - Huge Garden, 10 min to Durham City provides everything you need. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 6 bedrooms4 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Stylish 6 Bed - Huge Garden, 10 min to Durham City Stylish 6-bed gated home just minutes from Durham City. Dormer bungalow, perfect for families, uni visits, weddings, groups and contractors, it offers a modern open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, stylish bedrooms and multiple bathrooms. Sleeps 10. However, we have 2 small double beds which can sleep 2 people, making it 12 people if you wish. Outside you’ll find a large private garden with patio seating and pergola, plus parking for up to 6 cars. Well-behaved dogs are welcome 🐾 A luxurious dormer bungalow with private gated access, parking for up to 6 cars, and a large enclosed garden. With bedrooms and bathrooms across both floors, it’s designed to suit families, groups, and guests of all ages. 🛏 Bedrooms • Bedroom 1 (downstairs) – Superking bed, en-suite with large bath & walk-in shower • Bedroom 2 (upstairs) – Superking bed • Bedroom 3 (downstairs) – Superking bed • Bedroom 4 (downstairs) – Double bed • Bedroom 5 (upstairs) – Small double bed • Bedroom 6 (upstairs) – Small double bed 🚿 Bathrooms & Toilets • WC only – off the main living area • Downstairs bathroom – bath with overhead shower • Downstairs en-suite (Bedroom 1) – large bath & walk-in shower • Upstairs bathroom – walk-in shower 🏡 Other Spaces • Large open-plan kitchen, dining & living area • Spacious cloakroom • Utility room • Huge private garden with patio & pergola • Games for families and kids 🎲 ⚡️ Electric Vehicle Charger available on request at additional cost. ♿ Accessibility • 1 step into the house • 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on the ground floor, all accessible without further steps Please Note This is currently our family home, so furniture and décor may not be identical to the photos, but everything will be furnished to an equal and similar standard for your stay. The trampoline and paddling pool will not be available. Guest Interaction We like to give guests their privacy, but we’re always just a call or message away if you need us. We live only a few minutes down the road and are happy to help with anything during your stay. Unless requested, we won’t come to the property, so you can relax knowing you have complete peace of mind. Getting Around Guests have the convenience of gated parking for up to 6 cars on the driveway, making it easy for groups or families travelling with multiple vehicles. A bus stop is less than 50 yards from the house, with regular services into Durham City and beyond. Taxis and ride-hailing apps like Uber also operate in the area, and Durham train station (10 minutes by car) provides excellent rail links to Newcastle, York, Edinburgh and London. Location Located just outside Durham City, the house offers countryside surroundings with easy access to local amenities. • 🛒 Homer Hill Farm Shop – 150 yards away for local produce and essentials • 🏌️‍♂️ Ramside Hall Spa & Golf – 1.3 miles • 🏰 Hallgarth Manor – 1.8 miles • 🏰 Lumley Castle – 20 minutes by car • 💒 Bowburn Hall – 15 minutes by car 🍴 Local Pubs & Restaurants • The Godfather Italian (classic Italian favourites) • Angelo’s Trattoria (authentic Italian dining) • Star of Siam (highly rated Thai food) • The Three Horse Shoes pub (traditional pub meals) 🌆 Nearby Attractions • Durham City & Cathedral – 5 miles / 10 minutes’ drive, or hop on the bus from the stop within 50 yards of the house • Durham University – ideal for graduations, open days & family visits • Seaham Beach – 20 minutes away for coastal walks & sea glass hunting • Beamish Museum – 25 minutes for a family day out with history & heritage • Easy access to Newcastle & Sunderland – around 30 minutes by car ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 3 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ## Similar properties ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76990000/76988600/76988596/879fde2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Host & Stay | The Old Rectory Witton Gilbert - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=76988596&PinnedHotelID=76988596&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119650000/119641100/119641014/13a9ff10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Large Spacious Home|Parking|8 bedrooms|sleeps 14 Tyne and Wear - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## About the area Houghton le Spring is home to this holiday home. Quayside and Houghton le Spring Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Karting North East and Adventure Valley. Diggerland and Beamish Adventure Park are also worth visiting. 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St. Nicholas Church and Gala Theatre Durham are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question