[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Host & Stay | Castle View Vacation home with kitchen, a short walk to Durham University ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78570000/78562700/78562691/175ac3d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78570000/78562700/78562691/36a8602a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78570000/78562700/78562691/76fe0967.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78570000/78562700/78562691/be35a53e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78570000/78562700/78562691/3e293739.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the best of Durham at Castle View, with year-round views of Durham Castle from this modern and high-standard property. Enjoy a home-from-home stay in the heart of a historic city, with access to a spacious kitchen diner, beautifully landscaped two-tier garden, barbeque and fire pit. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## 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. ### Host & Stay | Castle View Summary: If you are visiting Durham and the North East, Castle View is a first class property in an unbeatable location. Whether you’re travelling as a group of friends or with family, this is the perfect getaway for up to six guests. You’ll have access to the full property during your stay which includes a living room, kitchen diner and three bedrooms. A home from home in the heart of the North East, Castle View is a modern and high standard property in the heart of a historic city. The Space: Aptly named, Castle View has year-round views of the Unesco World Heritage Durham Castle. The property has a spacious kitchen diner. Fully equipped for self-catering stays, the kitchen has modern appliances and cookware. The dining area includes a dining table with six chairs. Outside there is a beautifully landscaped two-tier garden with luxurious, comfortable seating. You’ll also have access to a barbeque and fire pit, as well as an outdoor dining table. Head to the first floor and you’ll find a modern living room with two comfy sofas and a balcony making it the ideal place to unwind and enjoy the fresh air with your loved ones. Wooden flooring, a neutral wall colour scheme and statement blue curtains make this a really cosy place to relax. The house is home to three bedrooms and a family bathroom. The first bedroom has a comfortable queen bed along with an ensuite shower room. The second room has a king-size bed and the third bedroom has another queen bed. The family bathroom has a bath with an overhead shower, WC and basin. Guest Access: Guests have access to the full property. The keys to the property are accessed via a secure key safe and full details will be provided shortly before your arrival date. There is free parking on the premises for one car. Please note that there is a 4-foot drop between the two tiers in the garden so please supervise young children at all times when outside. The property has a selection of books, games and DVD's available. The Neighborhood: Castle View is located a short 5-minute walk from Durham Cathedral and the city centre. Named ‘One of the Best Cities in the World to Visit in 2020’ by The Independent and voted ‘The Best City in the UK’ by Condé Nast’s traveller magazine readers, the beautiful city is packed with history and charm. It has the perfect blend of mediaeval heritage and a modern, vibrant feel. The cobbled streets are peppered with restaurants, bars, pubs and shops. Take a leisurely stroll near the River Wear which continues on past Durham Cathedral and the 900 year old Durham Castle. Durham has plenty of history within its walls. One of the most spectacular historic sites is Durham Cathedral. Constructed between 1103 and 1133, this towering building is a shining example of Norman architecture. The cathedral is now the oldest surviving building with a stone vaulted ceiling of such a large scale. Getting Around: The centre of Durham is a short 5-minute walk from Castle View. Durham train station is 25-minutes away on foot so nearby towns and cities can easily be reached via rail. There’s also a taxi rank in close proximity to the train station. There are plenty of bus routes throughout Durham. Hop on the Arriva 6 route to visit Barnard Castle or the number 22 which travels through Seaham and Sunderland. Interaction with Guests: We’re always available for our guests so please don’t hesitate to get in touch. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shampoo - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### 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) - First aid kit ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23040000/23037800/23037779/5b1309e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Toast Lettings | Kirkwood Drive - perfect for people visiting/ working in Durham Durham - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 8.0 Very good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=23037779&PinnedHotelID=23037779&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![4 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114460000/114450300/114450268/8e17794c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Host & Stay | Louvaine House Witton Gilbert - Kitchen - Dryer - Outdoor space - Fireplace [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=114450268&PinnedHotelID=114450268&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112790000/112789700/112789654/10e117a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pass the Keys | Charming 4-Bedroom Home in the Heart of Coxhoe Coxhoe - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=112789654&PinnedHotelID=112789654&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112430000/112423500/112423441/deeca369.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Host & Stay | The Villiers County Durham - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking available 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=112423441&PinnedHotelID=112423441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107250000/107241300/107241272/ef7a2499.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Durham Retreat 15 minutes walk from Durham City center. 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For this reason, we require all of our guests to transfer a... ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 first aid kit 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 ### Property is also known as 628e44a69ec0e6003356db68 ## About the area Located in Durham, this vacation home is in a rural area. Beamish Open Air Museum and Durham Indoor Market are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Adventure Valley and Battlezone. Diggerland and Mini Moos Adventure Farm are also worth visiting. [Visit our Durham travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Durham.dx4628) [View more Vacation homes in Durham](https://www.expedia.ca/Durham-Private-Vacation-Homes.d4628-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.77070%2C-1.56509&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=70pZMskeZ27L3ohSTDRTqklPDdM=) Durham, England ### What's nearby - Durham University - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Durham Cathedral - 12 min walk - 1.0 km - Durham Castle - 12 min walk - 1.1 km - Gala Theatre Durham - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Crook Hall and Gardens - 18 min walk - 1.6 km ### Getting around - Durham Station - 6 min drive - Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 44 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Durham Students' Union - ‬10 min walk - ‪Notch - ‬11 min walk - ‪White Church - ‬11 min walk - ‪Zen - ‬8 min walk - ‪The Library - ‬14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Host & Stay | Castle View pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Host & Stay | Castle View? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Host & Stay | Castle View? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Host & Stay | Castle View located? > Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Durham University, Durham Heritage Centre and Museum, and Durham Cathedral. Palace Green Library and Palace Green are also within 15 minutes. Durham Station is 21 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Host & Stay | Castle View Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 8/10 Good #### Julie H. May 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stay at Durham Enjoyacle stay ##### Julie H. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie T. Jun 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Visit Perfect place to stay while visiting my daughter. We enjoyed the fully stocked kitchen and comfy beds. What a great place. Hope to come back next years with the whole family to celebrate her graduation. Thank you for a great stay. ##### Julie T. Stayed 9 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary F. Sep 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great space Beautiful property, clean, very well equipped with thoughtful touches throughout. Very suitable for our party of 3 adults . ##### Mary F. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pat B. Jul 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Celebrating my granddaughter's Graduation We enjoyed our time in lovely Durham and this house was perfect for us. It was conveniently located near the town and restaurants. The back garden was lovely. Thanks to the owner! ##### Pat B. 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