• Entire apartment
  • 700 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • City view
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
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Offering city views, Riverside Retreat - Durham is an accommodation located in Durham, 27 km from Sage Gateshead and 27 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art. The air-conditioned accommodation is 21 km from Beamish Museum, and guests can benefit from on-site private parking and complimentary WiFi. The property is soundproof and is situated 24 km from Stadium of Light. The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with river views. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some fruits. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. Theatre Royal is 27 km from the apartment, while Northumbria University is 28 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 40 km from Riverside Retreat - Durham.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free private parking available on-site

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.5
Location
10
Free WiFi
10
High score for Durham
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  • Joanna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    James met us at the location and helped us with parking. We were unsure if our pick-up truck would fit int he carpark, as I know Durham is old and can be tight for space, but yes it fitted. A wonderful apartment, well equipped and a lovely...
  • Irene
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This is an exceptional property with everything to hand. It was immaculately clean and the host was so helpful. The apartment is right in the city centre close to all amenities. The host left some lovely Easter treats for us to enjoy.
  • Jon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location is fantastic, lovely apartment would definitely use again.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score

Luxury private 2 bedroomed riverside Durham letting in the historic centre of Durham City, with large private terrace overlooking the famous weirs, secure gated access, own courtyard entrance and onsite parking. Recipient of several awards of excellence. Wonderful views, within a few minutes walk of Durham Cathedral, Castle, Market Place, Railway Station, University, chic bars, restaurants and shops, Riverside Retreat provides a great flexible alternative to a hotel or guest house. High quality bespoke furnishings throughout, the apartment has a comfortable quiet open plan lounge and well stocked modern integrated kitchen/dining area. There are two riverside double bedrooms with spacious bespoke wardrobes, luxury furnishings and widescreen TV. The second has a feature window and can be configured to a twin bedroom if preferred. The light and airy well lit family bathroom and ensuite are fitted with high quality sanitary ware. Private outdoor terrace with comfortable seating for relaxation or dining alfresco. Efficient electric heating throughout. Complimentary WiFi and Netflix. Excellent motorway links.
Thank you for taking the time to look at the page for our luxury City Centre apartment. We hope that Riverside Retreat is exactly what you're looking for when you stay in the historic City of Durham. To tell you a little about ourselves, we're a local couple living in Durham who are very proud of our beautiful City. Because of our local knowledge we believe we have a good understanding of the requirements of the many visitors to the City of Durham and as experienced local landlords specialising in high end residential Durham lettings we've created this luxury stylish and relaxing retreat in a superb riverside position as a comfortable, quiet and private alternative to a hotel or guest house. We pride ourselves in providing a personal and specialist service to our guests to ensure that every stay at Riverside Retreat-Durham is memorable and we very much look forward to welcoming you for your stay in this historic City.
The location of Riverside Retreat-Durham is perfect for all that Durham has to offer. Durham is an amazing county in North East England, just 3 hours by train from London and 2 from Edinburgh. And with Newcastle and Durham Tees Valley international airports nearby, plus the Port of Tyne, a warm welcome awaits visitors from across the globe. Explore Durham's breathtaking scenery, discover award-winning attractions and enjoy world-class exhibitions, festivals and events. From city breaks to coast and countryside escapes. Durham City is home to one of the most recognisable landmarks in the UK the majestic Durham Cathedral. Together with the adjacent Durham Castle, this UNESCO World Heritage Site forms one of the most stunning city panoramas in Europe. Step back in time at fascinating heritage attractions including Beamish, the Living Museum of the North, and see history come to light at Kynren - the must-see open air spectacular that takes place in nearby Bishop Auckland every Summer. Perfect for that special occasion with many award-winning eateries and delicious local produce.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Riverside Retreat - Durham
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Additional bathroom
    • Additional toilet
    • Bath or shower
    • Slippers
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Bathrobe
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Streaming service (like Netflix)
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Satellite channels
    • TV
    • Pay-per-view channels
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Sun terrace
    • Terrace
    Food & Drink
    • Fruits
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Mini golf
      Additional charge
    • Horse riding
    • Bowling
      Off-site
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Canoeing
      Off-site
    • Fishing
      Off-site
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Additional charge
    • Tennis court
      Off-site
    Outdoor & View
    • Inner courtyard view
    • River view
    • City view
    • Landmark view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Private apartment in building
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Riverside Retreat - Durham takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 00:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 10:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    1 cot available upon request.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 00:00 and 06:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Riverside Retreat - Durham in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    FAQs about Riverside Retreat - Durham

    • The prices at Riverside Retreat - Durham may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, Riverside Retreat - Durham is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at Riverside Retreat - Durham is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Riverside Retreat - Durham offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Bowling
      • Fishing
      • Tennis court
      • Canoeing
      • Mini golf
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Horse riding

    • Riverside Retreat - Durham has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Riverside Retreat - Durham is 650 yards from the centre of Durham. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Riverside Retreat - Durham on this page.

    • Riverside Retreat - Durham can accommodate the following group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.