Home-cooked food is served in The Garden House Inn's wooden-beamed, contemporary restaurant and a roaring open-fire features in the bar. Free private parking is provided at this bed and breakfast, which is less than 5 minutes' walk from Durham city centre. The DLI Museum and Durham Art Gallery can also be reached after a 5-minute walk. Scenic strolls can be enjoyed next to the River Wear, which is just a 10-minute walk away. Durham's cathedral and castle are within 1 mile of The Garden House. Fish and chips are a popular choice in the restaurant and can be enjoyed in the main restaurant or in the modern conservatory. Guests can sample local ales during the Cask Ale evening, held every Thursday. Live sports are shown in the bar and drinks can be enjoyed in the pretty garden seating area. Each en suite room has stylish linens and a neutral décor. Rooms also include a TV, tea and coffee making facilities and a hairdryer.