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Finchale Abbey, first floor apartment within an historic 11th Century Farmhouse.

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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Property grounds
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Durham, ENG
  • Place, Finchale Priory
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Durham University
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Durham Cathedral
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Chester-le-Street

This apartment places you next to Finchale Priory and within 2 miles (3 km) of Adventure Valley. The apartment includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Finchale Priory - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Durham University - 9 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Durham Cathedral - 9 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Durham Castle - 9 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • St. James' Park - 27 min drive - 17.0 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 11 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beefeater - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Tea Barn - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Finchale Abbey, first floor apartment within an historic 11th Century Farmhouse.

A stunning property within an 11th Century farmhouse, this first floor apartment has been recently modernised to a high standard while keeping within the strict guidelines that are in place when restoring a listed property.

The property has three bedrooms and two bathrooms as well as a beautifully fitted kitchen and a large living room.

The bespoke handmade oak kitchen, has fully integrated appliances with a rangemaster cooker, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and fridge freezer.

Master bedroom has a queen sized bed and views of the Priory.

Second bedroom twin single beds.

Third bedroom has a bespoke handmade high sleeper double bed and an additional single bed.

All of the bedrooms benefit from window seats to be used to enjoy the beautiful views.

The living room is a stunning room with sash windows to three sides and the bespoke hexagonal dining table sits in the bay window giving views over the river. (This sash bay window still contains the original glass and during renovation this was protected by English Heritage and refurbished.) The room has a TV with Sky and DVD player.

The family bathroom has a corner bath, double shower, WC and basin with views over the priory and river.

There is also a separate WC.

The property has full central heating with traditional cast iron radiators.

Free Wifi is available for use during your stay.


Owners of the property own fishing rights over a two mile stretch of the river Wear which is a prime salmon and brown trout river and visitors to the property are welcome to fish in the river during their stay. (Environment agency rod licences must be held.)

We advise children over nine only due to close proximity of the river.

We can provide discount vouchers for Beamish museum (25% off) and discounts for other local attractions.

Ample secure parking
The apartment is heated and features a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Families with children are allow

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this apartment?

This apartment is located in Chester-le-Street, just steps from Finchale Priory. You'll also find Durham Castle and Gala Theatre Durham within a short drive.

Is there a spa available at this apartment?

Spa services at the apartment include massages.

Is this apartment adjacent to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

Does this apartment include breakfast service?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this apartment.

What is the closest airport to this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL), which is 24.9 mi away (37 minutes by car). Another top airport is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is around 21.6 mi away.

Finchale Abbey, first floor apartment within an historic 11th Century Farmhouse. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Lovely area, in the woods, close to the river, access to Durham just a short distance, very comfortable accommodation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing get-a-way

Family went from being worried about being 5 minutes out of town to fully enjoying listening to the river and watching the ducks. Out of the five places we stayed over a two weeks holiday, this is by far everyone's favorite. The floors are a little uneven and the mobile network connection not perfect but everything else you could imagine about the place was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mairi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautifully renovated apartment in a really special setting

Finchale is such a beautiful place, next to the priory ruins in a bend of the river Wear - amazing views across the river, or from the far bank to the priory. The big sitting room has views of the river on three sides, and is a really comfortable and relaxing room. There's a well-provided kitchen and generous modern bathroom (and separate WC). Bedrooms are very restful too - I would say the high sleeper in the third bedroom is best suited to the younger (under 50 at any rate) and/or more agile, but a great night's sleep once you get up there! There are steps between levels but my blind and nearly-90-year-old mother managed without difficulty, and also loved the place.The apartment is wonderfully warm and cosy, and you fall asleep to the sound of the river and occasional owls - such a treat. It was an amazing place to spend Christmas, and within easy reach of Durham where our daughter was singing at the Cathedral. Ann was a super welcoming and helpful host. We could not have been happier.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

ALISON T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas 2021

A beautiful apartment in a picturesque location. Very comfortable and well-equipped. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location is great

Location is fabulous especially to be able to walk your dog nearby in the picnic field and nearby. The apartment is very much as per the photos and very scenic views from all windows.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Riverside park stay

This place was magic and when the park closed and cleared out, some wine next to the river was exactly what my soul needed.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply Wonderful from Start to Finish

Convenient to so much of the North and our nearby family, we highly recommend this property and look forward to visiting again. The apartment is spacious and charming, easily and comfortably accommodating my extended family of seven. The kitchen is more than adequate to self-cater. The bedrooms are numerous and comfortable. The living room is well appointed and full of artifacts of history of the place. The only drawbacks are the lack of a second shower, and the spotty access to cellular for US-based phones—the later contributing to the relaxing mood of the place. But the grounds! My wife and mother-in-law grew up visiting the ruined abbey adjacent to the apartment, and having the opportunity to share that experience with my young son was truly special. We spent our days exploring the abbey, learning about monastic life, visiting the river, and exploring nearby Cocken Wood. The park is so extensive that we didn’t even find the picnic ground until the last day of our ten day stay, and wished that we had more time to avail ourselves of it. Next time. Special thanks to Ann, Jack, and Irene for taking such good care of us!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

Stunning setting, very comfortable property

The apartment is in a stunning setting. Don't be put off by the fact this is in a caravan park, the two are separate and every window in the property has a lovely view. We spent much of one day just walking by the river and enjoying the scenery. The apartment is very well appointed with good quality fittings and has everything you need. Unlike many properties, there is ample seating for everyone, both at the tables and in the spacious sitting room. Ann was incredibly helpful. We made full use of the discounts offered into Beamish and enjoyed all the welcome goodies. Just be aware that, being an old property, not everything is on the level so you just have to be aware of the odd step in and out of rooms. We would highly recommend this property. We only stayed for three nights, but it would make an excellent base for a much longer stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ernie T.

A true hidden gem

Absolutely stunning location. Excellent decor. Fully equipped, beautifully furnished. Warm welcome. Friendly, helpful owners and staff. Quality accommodation with easy access to major North East towns and tourist attractions.