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About these Digs

Living with Host

What does this mean?

A detached house situated on a nature reserve. Bedroom 1 is a large double room with a very comfy bed, kettle and snacks hairdryer, desk, chair and hanging cupboard etc.
Bedroom 2 4ft comfy double bed kettle and snacks, tv, hairdryer and drawer storage etc.
Please note joint use of bathroom if another guest is staying. The main bathroom is only used for hosting guests. Full use of garden living area and kitchen. Cupboard in kitchen storing foods etc.
Plenty of parking on a large driveway, 20 min walk to the Hippodrome, close by local regular bus service to the theatre and cheap parking at the theatre.

Guest Parking

Plenty of parking on the drive.

The Area and Transport

Peace and quiet home from home in an atmosphere where you can relax.

Features

Included amenities

Wi-Fi
Microwave
Central Heating
Internet
Washing Machine
Use of Garden
Use of Kitchen
Fresh Towels
Breakfast
Free Parking

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Shared and Excluded Facilities

This space is shared with 1 Host and 1 other paying Guest.

The main bathroom is for guest use only. If both rooms are booked the bathroom will need to be shared.
The kitchen, living room, garden and entrance area are shared with host.

House Rules

What the Host is expecting from their Guests

Check-in
14:00

Check-out
12:00

Strictly no smoking or vaping

Strictly no pets

Overnight companions by arrangement

No allergens or intolerances to note

Other rules

Please remove all bedding and towels at the end of your stay and leave on the floor in the bedroom.

Suitability

What you can expect from these Digs

Strictly smoke-free

Pets are living at or visiting the property

My son’s dog often visits the house

No preferred dietary preferences to note

This property does not support accessibility

This property does not offer a child-friendly environment

Health and Safety Measures

Certificates and Licensing

About the Rooms

Spacious Double Room

Sleeps 2
1 Double
Shared Bathroom
Prices for 1 Guest
Per Night
£25.00
Per Week
£140.00
Per Month (28 Nights)
£450.00

Additional visitor levies may apply. Please check visitor levies by area.

Prices for 2 Guests
Per Night
£35.00
Per Week
£180.00
Per Month (28 Nights)
£600.00

Additional visitor levies may apply. Please check visitor levies by area.

Included in this room

Shower
Bath
Sink
TV
Freeview
Radio
Tea/Coffee
Hairdryer
Lock and Key
Double Glazing
Blackout Blinds

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Small Double Bed Room

Sleeps 1
1 Double
Shared Bathroom
Prices for 1 Guest
Per Night
£20.00
Per Week
£110.00
Per Month (28 Nights)
£400.00

Additional visitor levies may apply. Please check visitor levies by area.

Included in this room

Shower
Bath
Sink
TV
Freeview
Tea/Coffee
Fridge
Hairdryer
Lock and Key
Double Glazing

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Where you'll be

The map shows a general area to help you plan. We'll share the precise location after your booking is confirmed.

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Reviews

4.96 - Very Good
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Accuracy
5.0
Location
4.8
Value
5.0
Communication
5.0

50 reviews from verified Guests

Elaine was such a lovely host and the house is gorgeous. Plenty of drive way to park but even the walk is pleasant, altho it’s easily 30 mins. Great shower and the nice array of snacks were a cute touch. If ever I’m back in Darlo, Elaine is my first port of call!

10th Jul 2026

Ashleigh
4.8
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Another lovely stay at Elaines, will always try to stay here when I'm working around Darlington, thanks Elaine!

7th Jul 2026

Chris
5.0
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Meet your Host

almost 4 years hosting
66 successful bookings
50 reviews from Guests
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Meet your Host

almost 4 years hosting
66 successful bookings
50 reviews from Guests
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