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Host & Stay - The Duck Pond

96 Gilesgate, Durham, GB

8.8 guest rating· 44 reviews

About this hotel

Luxurious Holiday Home with Modern Amenities

Experience a tranquil stay at Host & Stay - The Duck Pond in Durham. This spacious holiday home offers 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and a private garden with barbecue facilities. Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi, private parking, and streaming services on the flat-screen TV.

Convenient Location for Sightseeing

Located just a short distance from popular attractions like Stadium of Light, Sage Gateshead, and Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, this property is an ideal base for exploring the area. With easy access to Newcastle International Airport, your travel plans are made simple.

Privacy and Comfort Guaranteed

Unwind in a non-smoking environment with private check-in and check-out services. The property's private entrance and 2 bathrooms ensure a comfortable and exclusive stay. Don't miss out on this perfect retreat - book your stay at Host & Stay - The Duck Pond now.

Rooms & rates

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House

Sleeps 6 · 3× Double bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen

<p><strong>3 Double Beds</strong></p><p>Features a private balcony/patio</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 3 bedrooms </p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Digital channels </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - 2 bathrooms, designer toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Washing machine, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Vacation Home

Sleeps 6 · 121 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Boasting a private entrance, this spacious holiday home also features 1 living room, 3 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the well-fitted kitchen. The holiday home also comes with a barbecue. The holiday home has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a washing machine, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a dining area. The unit has 3 beds.

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Free Parking
  • Private parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Garden
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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  • Heating
  • Key access
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Smoke alarms

Location

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96 Gilesgate, Durham, GB

Check-in
from 04:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.844 reviews

+ Comfortable accommodation+ Great design+ Perfect location+ Clean and bright space− Small uncomfortable beds
Cleanliness9.1
Service9.1
Location9.1
Room Quality8.1
Amenities9.1
Value for Money8.5

Guest review

10.0

A lovely well presented property with some great personal touches .

Michelle · GB · 2026-06-16

Guest review

9.0

It was clean, comfortable, and lots of extras, the owners had obviously thought about people's needs.

− The information the agent sent concerning the keylock was incorrect. I don't think they are used to them. It should have read:- clear-4750, not C4750. It was a pain, especially as it was raining. We spoke to the owner. Hopefully, it will be sorted. Other than that, it was lovely.

Janice · GB · 2026-06-05

Guest review

9.0

Fantastic

Zebrakings1 · GB · 2026-05-18

Guest review

10.0

Location and excellent property

Gavin · GB · 2026-04-20

Very clean, comfortable property

9.0

Very clean and comfortable. Easy to access and well presented

− Bath sheets instead of bath towels would have been great. The heating was stuck on and the weather was mild so it was quite hot, but we just turned the individual radiators off/on. It is a bit of a walk into the city with some pretty steep hills on the way back

Ruth · GB · 2026-03-22

Very comfortable stay in a beautiful flat.

9.0

The flat is beautifully furnished with lovely spacious bedrooms. It has everything you need for a comfortable stay. It is very conveniently located for a leisurely walk into central Durham.

− Traffic noise but that can’t be helped because of the location on a main road.

Lorraine · GB · 2026-03-08

Good to know

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

›Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

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›Pets

Pets are not allowed.