Living with Host
Large three storey, five bedroom Victorian terraced house in very quiet, safe suburb of Newcastle. Separate bathroom/shower for use of guests. Metro station at the end of the street. 15/20 minutes to Newcastle city centre. Free unrestricted parking.
Unrestricted car parking in the street.
Two miles from city centre, Theatre Royal and Northern Stage.
One minute walk from house to Ilford Road Metro station. 10 minute ride to Newcastle city centre.
20 /25 minute walk from the house to the city centre.
A metro to the station for Sunderland Empire Theatre takes 35 minutes, runs frequently and is cheap.
Three rooms available.
Guests have use of a private bathroom with shower for their sole use.
All rooms have TV's with free view.
Wi-Fi is available throughout the house.
Use of large fully equipped kitchen.
Shops, restaurants, pubs, swimming pool and gyms are all within easy walking distance.
Friendly, welcoming landlord.
Included amenities
See what's not included
What the Host is expecting from their Guests
Smokers and vapers are welcome
The Host indicated the following health and safety measures.
General Sanitary and Hygiene Measures
Hand sanitiser provided
Soap for each sink provided
Check in/Check out times allow for thorough cleaning between Guests
Separate towels provided
Bins are emptied and cleaned regularly
Other
Bathroom can be ventilated
Smoke detector on every floor and in working order
All water taps have been run if left standing for a significant period of time
See what's not included
Laminated house rules/welcome book provided
Contactless key collection
Rooms cleaned during stay (as agreed with the Guest)
Non-slip mats provided
Fire blanket or extinguisher present and in-date
Fire evacuation advice provided
Any electricals are PAT tested (if applicable)
Property decluttered where possible
Letting Compliance Currently there are no licence requirements for these Digs.
Gas Safety
This Host has confirmed they have a valid Gas Safety Certificate. This should be on display at the property as it is a legal requirement.
Additional visitor levies may apply. Please check visitor levies by area.
Included in this room
See what's not included
Additional visitor levies may apply. Please check visitor levies by area.
Included in this room
See what's not included
Additional visitor levies may apply. Please check visitor levies by area.
Included in this room
See what's not included
The map shows a general area to help you plan. We'll share the precise location after your booking is confirmed.
Lovely man. Lovely room. Lovely bathroom. Thank you for having me.
15th Jun 2026
Thanks for the great review Timi. Much appreciated. It was a pleasure to have you to stay.
A lovely welcome from Robin into his home which is a minute away from a metro station, 10 mins to Theatre Royal. Stayed in the sofa room which is spacious. Very clean home, large bathroom. Had some wonderful chats with Robin who is an excellent host. Highly recommended and would not hesitate to stay again. Thanks so much.
30th Apr 2026
Thanks for the great review Neil. Much appreciated. You make being a host a joy. Hopefully you’ll stay here again at some point in the future.
I had a great 2-week stay at Robin’s place in Newcastle. Everything was exactly as described, clean, comfortable, and in a very safe area, with the metro conveniently located just behind the property. The room was amazing, and there was plenty of kitchen space for cooking. Robin was incredibly kind and helpful,he even made sure I knew how to get to the theatre well in advance, which I really appreciated. He was also lovely to chat with, making the stay even more enjoyable.
18th Mar 2026
Thank you so much for the really nice very positive review Chhaya. It was an absolute pleasure to have you staying here. Please stay again anytime you are back in Newcastle.
Hands down best digs I have ever stayed at! Like staying with a friend rather than a host. Really comfortable rooms and brilliant transport to centre. Thanks for having me! X
9th Mar 2026
Thanks so much Jeanette for the great review. It was an absolute pleasure to have you staying here. You are more than welcome to return anytime you are back in Newcastle.
Great digs, great host! Close to the Ilford Road Metro station, which got me to Theatre Royal in 10 minutes. Robin was a lovely host - ensured my stay was as comfortable as possible. My room and towels would be refreshed every week by a cleaner, and when I ran out of eggs, he insisted I took some of his! Will definitely be staying here again should I find myself back in Newcastle. Thank you Robin! Will miss our breakfast chats.
27th Oct 2025
Thanks Mikko for the very positive revue. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as a guest. I really enjoyed chatting with you whenever we met. It would be great to have you stay here again anytime.
Great digs and friendly host, very spacious and good location
12th Aug 2025
Thanks for the very positive revue. Greatly appreciated.
Fantastic digs! Robin was a great host, very knowledgeable about the area. Easy commute to the theatre and cheap! Would love to stay again.
16th Jun 2025
Thanks for the great review Rory. I am so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. You are welcome to return anytime.
Really lovely place with easy connections to the city centre via the metro. Robin is a wonderful host, very friendly and helpful. Would love to return here!
6th May 2025
Thanks for the great review Ryan. Much appreciated. It was a pleasure to have you as my guest. You are more than welcome to stay again should you be in Newcastle.
Robin's place is in a great location. The metro is a two minute walk away. It's so convenient. Robin was a great host, he happily let me take full advantage of the kitchen, I was able to meal prep for the week and he even provided Tupperware for me to take my food with me. I would definitely stay with Robin again on future tours that take me to Newcastle. Bonus - Jesmond Dene is a 5 minute walk away and it's gorgeous.
8th Apr 2025
Thanks for the great review Hannah. Much appreciated. You make being a host a pleasure.
I had a great time staying with Robin. Everything advertised was accurate and he was very willing to stop and have a chat when we saw eachother around the house. I'd be happy to book here again if I find myself working in the area. Many thanks to Robin for providing me a lovely space to stay in!
20th Jan 2025
Thanks for lovely review Imogen. Much appreciated. Hopefully see you here again at some point in the future.
Lovely stay, host, and home.
10th Nov 2024
Thanks for the review Joe. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Hopefully see you again.
29 Honister Avenue is a wonderful place to stay. The house is clean and homely and Robin was an excellent host. He is friendly, funny and welcoming and he took great care to ensure guests had everything they need for a comfortable stay. The bathroom was clean and modern and the shower powerful. The kitchen is clean and well-stocked with all necessary utensils.
Jesmond is lovely: there is a beautiful park nearby and the house is extremely close to the city centre.
1st Nov 2024
Thanks for the really great review Charmaine. It was such a pleasure to have you staying at my home. It is because of guests like you that I love running my digs.
Robin, love your sense of humor and great to chat with you. Very convenient, the metro is just behind the house. Would definitely stay here again.
5th Oct 2024
Glad you liked my sense of humour Prem. Thanks for the great review, Much appreciated. You are welcome here anytime.
Robin was a great host, clear instructions and always friendly and welcoming. So close to the Ilford Road Metro station means you can get to Northern Stage in 15 minutes and wouldn't be much longer to get to the Theatre Royal.
23rd Sep 2024
Thanks for your very positive review Toby. Much appreciated.
Robin was a pleasure to stay with - friendly and welcoming, happy to chat but also allowed me space and privacy. I was very comfortable in the attic room and would stay again! Thank you Robin!
28th Aug 2024
Thanks for the very positive review.
Thanks for the very positive review Rachel. Much appreciated. It was a pleasure having you stay. Please stay again next time your in Newcastle.
Had a wonderful stay with Robin. A lovely room, huge bathroom and great chats. Super close to the Metro and a quick 15 min trip to the theatre. Would definitely recommend and stay here again.
10th Jun 2024
Thanks for the very positive review Sophie . I’m so pleased you enjoyed your stay. I love hosting people like you. Please stay here next time you’re in Newcastle.
Just what was needed!
Robin was very hospitable, loved my lil view over the rooftops of Newcastle.
Great transport into town, metro literally round the corner.
Thanks again!
27th Apr 2024
Thanks for positive review, Francesca. I’m pleased you enjoyed your stay. Please stay here again if you are in Newcastle. You’d be very welcome.
Robin was a lovely host, the place was clean, warm and well decorated, the metro is 2 mins walk away - the location is quiet with lots of green space but is only about 15 mins on the metro from the centre of town! Highly recommended
20th Apr 2024
Thanks for the lovely positive review. Much appreciated. It’s a pleasure to have guests like you and Colum staying. You are welcome to stay here anytime in the future.
Had a really lovely stay here again, and will definitely be back.
7th Feb 2024
Thanks for the 5 star review George. It would be great to have you back.
Great host for when I was there. Guest bathroom has a bath. Bed was comfy. Great space in sofa room and was nice to have a place to sit. Fabulous ease of access in and out of town on metro at metro times a weekly pass ticket available to. Smoker but only in their space. Recommend for a member of my team and they stayed also.
13th Jan 2024
Thanks for the very positive review Alison. Much appreciated. Thanks for recommending me to your team member. He enjoyed his stay here too.
Robin is a brilliant host; helpful, responsive and friendly. He was accommodating when I needed to arrive late at night and sent great directions. The house is spacious and clean and VERY close to the Metro. Great value too. I hope to be able to stay with him again.
31st Oct 2023
Thank you so much Louise Mai for your great review. You make being a host such a pleasure. I hope to see you again some day.
Really great stay with Robin.
Really lovely to talk to and everything was provided to make me feel right at home!
2nd Oct 2023
Thank you Okwulu for the very positive review. Much appreciated. It was a pleasure to have you staying. You are, of course, welcome back anytime you are working nearby.
I had a lovely stay with Robin and would certainly book again if I was ever in the area. Thanks again, Robin
30th Sep 2023
Thanks Elaine for the positive review. Much appreciated. You are more than welcome to stay here again anytime.
I had a really great stay with Robin, he was a great host and has a lovely house, its so easy to get into the city from here, and robin was very knowledgeable and communicated really well, I will happily stay here again. Thanks Robin
17th Sep 2023
Thank you for the excellent review George. Very much appreciated. Having guests like you is the reason I rent rooms in my house to theatre folk.
A lovely house only a short Metro ride from the city centre, and Robin was a great host. He was very helpful and gave lots of useful advice on public transport routes/times and places to visit.
25th Jul 2023
Thanks Conor, your very positive review is much appreciated. Guests like you make having guests a pleasure.
Really informative and lovely bloke to stay with in Newcastle. Would book again.
26th Jun 2023
Thanks Austen, guests like you making hosting a pleasure.
Robin was fantastic from the start - giving directions on how to get to the house from the station. Super friendly and helpful! Room was comfy and street was quiet enough to sleep with the window open during the warm weather. Super easy commute!
7th Jun 2023
The best digs I stayed so far. 5 starts! As i had places which was not clean and showers not working. Robin's place is super clean, open and beautiful. Very friendly man always up for good conversation. I would stay here again.
23rd May 2023
Thanks for the great review Aki. Much appreciated. You made renting out rooms in my house a pleasure.
Excellent host and great communication. Would highly recommend staying with Robin
8th Jul 2022
Thanks again Thomas for booking Gwen to stay here. It was a pleasure to be her host. I would be happy to have any guest you send in future.
Robin is an excellent host and we would not hesitate to book future stays with him
27th Jun 2022
Thanks Thomas, you’re comment is much appreciated. I look forward to hosting any guest from your company.
Robin is an excellent host with great communication in advance of any stay
24th Jun 2022
Thanks Thomas for the 5 star review. Much appreciated. Communicating well makes everything so much easier.
Robin was a great host, and the location made it easy to nip into town.
18th May 2022
Thanks for the compliment Raj. Much appreciated. I try to do my best for guests. I doubt if there is a more convenient location.
Lovely place to stay and a lovely host! Very easy and quick transport links into the city with the metro. Would happily stay here again!
5th Apr 2022
Thanks for the positive review Nina. Much appreciated. Please stay again next time you’re in Newcastle.
Lovely man and lovely place, would defiantly recommend! Not one problem and we always had knowledgeable chats.
14th Apr 2020
Robin is extremely personable and welcoming. The digs are very easy to get to from the centre on the excellent Metro service. They’re quiet and comfortable.
1st Nov 2019
Thanks for the positive review. Lovely to have you stay. Much appreciated.
Lovely place-ideal for getting into town quick. Robin friendly and helpful!
16th Sep 2019
Thanks very much Jamie, much appreciated. I’m so pleased you were happy with my accommodation.
Robin is a friendly, welcoming host. The sofa room was spotless, spacious and the bed was very comfortable. The metro was within a minute's walk away and was super easy to Newcastle centre and also only 30/35 mins to Sunderland. Ideal!
8th Oct 2018
Thank you so much for your great review Calico. Much appreciated. You were a lovely guest. Please stay again.
If only my stay could have been longer! I had the best time in the beautiful house! Was able to cook no problem, facilities were perfect! Bed was very comfortable and a very easy and quick journey to the theatre royal! Highly recommend x
5th Jul 2018
Thanks for the super review Brian. I am so happy that you enjoyed your stay here. It would be a pleasure to have you as a guest again next time you are in Newcastle.
I had such a lovely stay with Robin and loved chatting to him and his daughter. Such a lovely home in a brilliant location. Thank you again Robin :)
5th Jul 2018
Thank you so much for the great review Abi. Much appreciated. I'd love to have you stay again next time you are in Newcastle.
Thoroughly enjoyed my stay here. From the first day Robin had been so helpful.Thank you for having me in your home and coming to see my show. Easy and convenient access to city centre via Metro.
2nd Jul 2018
Thanks for the lovely review Marion. I am so pleased that you enjoyed your stay here. I really loved your performance in Hairspray. You are very welcome I my house anytime that you are back in Newcastle.
Lovely friendly Newcastle host. House is right next door to the metro for town.
25th Jun 2018
Thanks for the good comments Joanne and the five stars for everything. Much appreciated.
Robin was a great host, very welcoming, friendly and easy to chat with. Comfortable room, separate bathroom and Ideal location. Would defiantly be staying again. Thanks
1st May 2018
Thanks for the great review. Very much appreciated. Please stay again.
Brilliant location, just a couple of minutes from the Metro. However, had to complain about excessive noise levels from the residents at around one in the morning on three separate occasions - not ideal when you’re performing every day.
16th Apr 2018
I am so sorry that your sleep was disrupted by the sound of my television which is directly below your room. I thought that I had turned it down when you asked but obviously not enough.I shall ensure this does not happen with future guests.
Robert was a fantastic host.
Informative and very helpful. His home is less than a two minute walk away from the Metro which takes less than 15mins into town.
Just wish I could've stayed longer!
Thank you Robin for a lovely stay.
19th Mar 2018
Thanks for the great review. I’m pleased you enjoyed staying here. Please stay again next time you’re in Newcastle.
A brilliant stay! The transport is cheap and super easy, the house is lovely and homely and Robin the host was very helpful and nice to chat with. Thoroughly recommend!
29th Jan 2018
Thanks for the great review Josh. Nice to be appreciated. There will always be a room and a welcome should you be in Newcastle again.
Robin was a wonderful host - a lovely man who was super helpful with travel, with great tips on where to go! The house was lovely, the area beautiful, and the easiest journey to the theatre. Will definitely be back if in Newcastle again!
13th Jan 2018
Thanks for the great review. It is much appreciated. I am so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. I would be delighted to welcome you back next time you are in Newcastle.
Robin is the perfect host! The house is in an amazing location in a beautiful part of Newcastle and Robin was so helpful with advising us on how to get around. Would love to stay again! Thanks Robin!
17th Oct 2017
Thanks for the great review Molly. Whenever you are next in Newcastle, you know where I live.
Robin was lovely. Diggs are in a great location.. easily commutable. I would definitely stay again
4th Jul 2017
Thanks for the great review. Very much appreciated.
Robyn was, put simply, a perfect host.
Lovely room right next to Ilford Road Metro and only a few stops from the city. Also on the mainline from the airport.
Great room with a small TV and a comfortable bed.
Could ask for nothing else.
22nd May 2017
Thanks for the positive review Gavin. I'm pleased you liked my digs.
Robin is very friendly and helpful, and was attentive to anything I needed. Great place, very easy to travel to and from with the metro nearby, definitely recommend and would stay again.
26th Mar 2017
Your positive review is much appreciated Kenny. Thank you.
Lovely house in a nice area. Great location as it is so quick and easy to get into town on the Metro but also a very nice and relaxed area of town. Robin was great. Very helpful and very welcoming and I felt completely at home during my stay.
25th Jan 2017
Thanks for the good review Alastair.
Great place to stay.
Perfect location to the city centre
Great host would deffenitly recommend staying here
1st Jan 2017
Thanks Dan. I'm really pleased you enjoyed your stay here. Your positive revue is much appreciated.
Comfortable, clean and located very near the metro station with a friendly landlord! Would definitely stay again.
5th Dec 2016
Thanks for the positive review. Very much appreciated. You are welcome anytime.
Lovely, friendly host! Didn't see them much but always pleasant :) Fantastic location! So easy to get the metro!
31st May 2016
Lovely people in a lovely neck of the woods. Right near Ilford Road Metro.
Free parking. Good walk/run into town (half an hour walk-ish?) - or bike (Great North Road - past the Uni.) Very chilled out people who like actors (!) Leave you be... or have a chat - whatever is your thing, was my impression.
Nice, big, rambling Victorian terrace.
Good sleeping! Recommended.
1st Aug 2015
Warm and friendly and not too far from the centre for walking or using public transport.
5th Nov 2014
Excellent accommodation - clean , well maintained and the host very polite and accommodating.
Communication all through this transaction has been of a high standard.
Highly recommend and have already booked again.
Thank you Jule
14th Jun 2014
Great location for Metro.
Very comfortable living environment.
Lots of helpful tips for things to do/see in Newcastle.
Would stay again. Thanks.
24th May 2014
Lovely accommodation. Great location. Very friendly and peaceful. Will stay again.
22nd Aug 2013
This host has opted to only receive bookings from registered theatre professionals.
Please log in or register to proceed.
Not a theatre professional? Go back or start a new search.