Woodland Rd, Durham, DH7 7DW, United Kingdom
#11 of 24 B&Bs and Inns in Durham
Guests' ChoiceBased on 561 B&B reviews
8.6Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.1
Facilities
8.1
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.1
Free WiFi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 23 May 2024
Charlotte
United KingdomCouldn’t fault it.
Lovely stay, basic but very clean and comfortable, very friendly staff, excellent breakfast and brilliant value for money.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Mohammed
United KingdomNothing.
Quiet, relaxing, historical buildings, beautiful gardens. Lovely spacious room.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 22 May 2024
Lucy
United KingdomEverything was so peaceful and beautiful, amazing to be able to wander the building and the grounds. Breakfast was lovely and I even managed to find a couple of books to bring home with me.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 22 May 2024
Vicky
United KingdomPlenty to do when raining. Loved book room and bought three of interest. Very peaceful. Magnificent rhododendrons, interesting garden.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Melissa
AustraliaIt was a beautiful location, I wished I could of stayed for a couple days, the room comfortable, it was good that it had disable showers which is great.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Linsey
United KingdomThe only thing we didn’t like was the odd configuration of the ensuite, being a wet room with the shower just inside the door meant having to paddle to get to the loo! Small issue though and we had a great stay!
Beautiful place, lovely gardens and so interesting to see the house and chapels. The room was a good size and the bed comfortable. All staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Steven
AustraliaNothing really.
This place has a lot of history, and was very interesting to spend some time exploring. Great library and heaps to see. Set on a large property in a quiet rural area, but just up the road from the local pub and shops, 10 minutes from Durham. Would recommend.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Lynne
United KingdomPillows very uncomfortable and the uncontrollable and louder than average extractor fan in the bathroom woke us up at 6:20 each morning when it was switched on by ????
Great location, parking and building. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Peter
United KingdomNothing really, all was well
Breakfast was good. Lots choice. Staff were helpful. We loved the location, relaxed and peaceful as we were able to see the house and gardens without the crowds.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Vincent
United KingdomLovely interesting historic house with beautiful gardens. Very friendly and helpful staff and a comfortable, clean room with en suite. Breakfast was ideal.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Stephen
United KingdomFantastic location, comfortable room, good breakfast.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Susan
AustraliaVery little that I didn't like. Some of the facilities were a bit tired and some problems with the showers & heating. Could have done with a little more room refreshments.
The stories of Ushaw and the beautiful gardens were my favorite bit. Also thought St Cuthbert's chapel beautiful.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Phillipmc
AustraliaIt would be perfect if there was an on site restaurant for guests.
An amazing and different stay in a magnificent former monastery. Spectacular chapels and rooms used in it's time as a monastery are open to the public and guests. The property must be preserved for posterity.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Roy
United KingdomNothing
Very different to normal accommodation. Great to be able to wander in the gardens and to visit the amazing chapel at night time when the choir was practising
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 May 2024
Bowyer
United KingdomLocation was 👌
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 10 May 2024
Jean
United KingdomLoved everything about it
Steeped in history
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Alastair
United KingdomNothing but with an upgrade of the rooms they could charge much more!
Setting, history, gardens, atmosphere and very friendly staff.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 8 May 2024
Finnigan
United KingdomCooked breakfast/hot sandwich sausage/bacon would've been a lovely addition
Lovely site. Very clean, quiet and comfortable. Amazing history and added benefit of entry into whole building and exhibits.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Sheila
United KingdomA bit isolated
Very unusual
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 3 May 2024
Andy
United KingdomWould have been nice with a telly
Good selection, personally a cooked breakfast always sets the day off well
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Sal
AustraliaUnique experience full of history. It was lovely to walk through the house and chapel before the public arrived. The gardens will be a picture in a few weeks time.Friendly and accommodating staff
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Valeriya
United KingdomThe stunning location is situated in a historic building. The staff is very friendly. The opportunity to stroll around the building late at night. Thank you very much for the warm welcome!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Martin
United KingdomWe found nothing to dislike - even not having a television in our room turned out to be an unexpected bonus (not missed at all).
A wonderful place with amazing and attentive staff (thank you especially to Sam who met us on arrival and was so helpful and kind throughout our stay). Beautiful chapels and amazing history of the buildings. Very comfortable room and bed. Easy access to the city of Durham.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Linda
United KingdomAn amazing historic building full of atmosphere
Stayed in April 2024
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