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The Old School House Hotel

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3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Apart-hotel

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Bearpark, England
  • Durham Cathedral
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Durham University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Durham Castle
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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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.
During your stay at this aparthotel, you'll be close to Durham University. Features include laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchenette in the apartment.
  • The apartment offers a kitchenette, a washing machine, and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 6 minutes by car from Durham University and 6 minutes from Oriental Museum
As a guest of this aparthotel, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Durham aparthotel.

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

The Old School House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

j m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Everything needed for our stay and more. Friendly and helpful host. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well equipped

Comfortable and handy to have a microwave.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025