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Host & Stay | The Old Rectory

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A dining area with a wooden table set for four, a green sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.
A living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV mounted above the fireplace.
A spacious living room with a grey sofa, a glass coffee table, and two blue armchairs. A large mirror and a fireplace are also visible.
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a window.
A kitchen with green cabinets, a colorful backsplash, and a central island with a coffee maker.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Witton Gilbert, England
  • Place, Diggerland
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Gala Theatre Durham
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Durham University
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Durham

Located in Durham, this holiday home is in a rural area. Gala Theatre Durham and Durham Heritage Centre and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Diggerland and Adventure Valley. Hall Hill Farm and Spennymoor Leisure Centre are also worth visiting.
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Witton Gilbert, England

What's nearby

  • Diggerland - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Gala Theatre Durham - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Durham University - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Durham Cathedral - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Durham Castle - 8 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 7 min drive
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fram Ferment - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Tea Barn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The New Board Inn - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Host & Stay | The Old Rectory pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Host & Stay | The Old Rectory?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Host & Stay | The Old Rectory?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Host & Stay | The Old Rectory?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Host & Stay | The Old Rectory located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Diggerland and within 6 miles (10 km) of Gala Theatre Durham and St. Nicholas Church. Durham Indoor Market and Durham Castle are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

7.0

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

7.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazingly spacious property with plenty of room in the grounds for the grand- children to run around.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great character and spacious. Easy check in / check out. Clean and tidy on arrival. Exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 November 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the space and found everything to your liking. We’d be happy to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Does not live up to its rating at all.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The property was not signposted and difficult to find. The patio door would not lock and the gate into the garden was broken. The property was in need of TLC overall. A welcome pack would also have been welcome.The location was however ideal for the trips we had planned.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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