Rhubarb Retreat - Stylish House, Sleeps 5, 10 mins to Durham City & Parking & Garden

9.6/10 · 36 Reviews Book

132 Gilesgate, Gilesgate, DH1 1QG, United Kingdom

Main amenities

Free Parking Free WiFi Non-smoking Rooms

9.6/10 (36 Reviews)

Location

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Neighborhood

Castles and Forts

Auckland Castle

By car: 18,4 km · 17 min

Lumley Castle

On foot: 11,7 km · 2 hr 20 minBy car: 12,3 km · 11 min

Museums

Durham Castle

On foot: 1,4 km · 17 minBy car: 1,5 km · 2 min

Beamish Museum

By car: 15,6 km · 16 min

Urban Parks

Wharton Park

On foot: 2 km · 24 minBy car: 2,1 km · 2 min

Rail Stations

Durham Train Station

On foot: 1,8 km · 21 minBy car: 2,1 km · 2 min

Chester Le Street Train Station

On foot: 11,2 km · 2 hr 14 minBy car: 11,7 km · 10 min

Metro Stations

Park Lane Station

By car: 19,7 km · 19 min

Natural Parks

Petite Street Playtown

By car: 6,1 km · 8 min

Airports

Teesside International Airport

By car: 36,9 km · 34 min

Newcastle International Airport

By car: 38 km · 27 min

Adventure Parks

The Sands

On foot: 1,1 km · 13 minBy car: 1,6 km · 2 min

Abbey Road Playing Field

On foot: 4,9 km · 59 minBy car: 5,8 km · 5 min

Littletown Cricket Club

By car: 6,5 km · 9 min

Bessemer Community Park

By car: 10,2 km · 11 min

Historic and Protected Sites

Railway Bridge

On foot: 1,8 km · 21 minBy car: 1,8 km · 2 min

English Heritage

On foot: 7,3 km · 1 hr 27 minBy car: 8,5 km · 12 min

Parks

Diggerland

By car: 9,2 km · 9 min

Restaurants

LA Pizza

By car: 186 m · 1 min

Lebaneat Express

On foot: 322 m · 3 minBy car: 345 m · 1 min

China Diner

By car: 363 m · 1 min

Bars

The Shoes

By car: 297 m · 1 min

Last Orders

By car: 721 m · 1 min

Dun cow

On foot: 1,1 km · 12 minBy car: 1,4 km · 1 min

Ski lifts

Weardale Ski Club Lift F1

By car: 47,6 km · 43 min

Weardale Ski Club Lift F2

By car: 47,6 km · 43 min

Information

Rhubarb Retreat offers a stylish house accommodating up to five guests, featuring free Wi-Fi throughout and complimentary private parking. Guests can relax in a well-maintained garden while enjoying modern comforts inside. Located just ten minutes from Durham City by car, this property provides convenient access to local attractions without sacrificing tranquility. Nearby, Durham Train Station sits two kilometers away with a three-minute drive, making regional transit seamless. The historic site known as The Shoes, part of Durham Cathedral’s ancient foundations, lies within easy walking distance along Gilesgate. For those interested in heritage architecture, Lumley Castle is accessible via an eleven-minute drive fifteen kilometers north, offering scenic views and guided tours. Additionally, the vibrant riverside area called The Sands is just two kilometers distant—a quick three-minute trip—and serves as a lively hub for dining and leisure activities near the River Wear.

Amenities

Kitchen

Electric kettle Dining table Coffee machine Cleaning products Toaster Stovetop Kitchenware Kitchen Microwave Refrigerator Dryer Oven Washing machine

Bathroom

Toilet paper Towels Bathtub or shower Private bathroom Toilet Free toiletries Hairdryer Bathtub Guest bathroom Shower Slippers Bathrobe

Room amenities

Drying rack for clothing Clothes rack Carpeted Ironing facilities Iron Private entrance Socket near the bed Fan Fold-up bed Suit press

Safety & security

Fire extinguishers Smoke alarms CCTV outside property Safe Carbon monoxide detector

Family friendly

Board games/Puzzles Baby safety gates Strollers Books, DVDs or music for children High chair

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV Radio TV Streaming service (like Netflix)

Living Area

Dining area Sitting area Desk Sofa

Miscellaneous

Smoke-free property Heating Non-smoking rooms

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities First aid kits available

Front Desk Services

Invoice provided Private check-in/out

Bedroom

Linens Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture Garden

Internet

Internet

Parking

Parking

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Building Characteristics

Semi-detached

Outdoor & View

Garden view

Photos

Reviews

10 / 10

Luisa - 01/06/2026

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10 / 10

Fiona - 03/09/2026

Lovely property. Smelt clean and was clean. Lovely little touches

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10 / 10

Luisa - 01/07/2026

Excellent location to reach the center 15 minutes on foot. Clean, comfortable, complete apartment. We felt at home. Everything was perfect!

10 / 10

Karen - 06/10/2026

Lovely house, very clean and comfortable beds. Well equipped kitchen. Parking permits were provided although we didn’t need one as found a space around the corner. Hosts were great. Code for front door provided the day before.

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Important information

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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