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If you’re looking for flexibility and that real home-from-home experience, choose a self catering or holiday cottage break in Durham.
With beautiful properties to be found across the county, from modern apartments in the heart of Durham City to traditional farmhouses in picturesque settings, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Heather Brae is a spacious exclusive-use country house in Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham,…
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
Stay in this wonderful, warm, historic property and you cannot get closer to the soul of Bishop…
This charming, newly-renovated townhouse offers boutique-style luxury in the heart of the…
Stay in one of the north’s oldest castles! Quartermaster's is a bright and sunny south-facing…
Ramside Farmhouse is situated in the middle of the glorious Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa Golf…
The luxury apartments offer an unrivalled location on the banks of the River Wear with just a few…
This newly renovated self catering apartment is great for both holiday and business travellers.
Charming Cottage Retreat in the Heart of the Countryside This beautifully presented cottage…
Located within the grounds of the popular Beamish Museum, Potters Cottage is a beautiful place to…
Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance,…
Spacious, secluded, serene, magical – a very warm welcome awaits you at Maplewood Cottage.
Step away from the visitor attractions and eateries on Market Place, and walk just a few metres to…
Hall Farm Cottage (ref 30419) is a detached 500-year-old barn conversion for 2, with private Hot…
Leave the bustle of everyday life and travel off the beaten track to our Gardeners Cottage.
Teesdale farm buildings converted to award-winning cottages. Beautiful estate with free river…


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Wingate
Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance, Red Hurworth is the perfect place to relax and enjoy time with friends and family.
Wearhead
Comfortable Cottage with Countryside Views This welcoming stone cottage offers a perfect blend of traditional charm and modern convenience, ideal for anyone looking to enjoy a relaxing break in the countryside. Ground Floor
The traditionally…
Durham
Stay in one of the north’s oldest castles! Quartermaster's is a bright and sunny south-facing ground floor flat, recently modernised, that sits between the castle’s medieval Constable Tower and 19th century Russell Tower.


Bishop Auckland
This fresh, recently refurbished property sits on peaceful Silver Street, yards from the original walls of Auckland Palace.

Wynyard
Spacious, secluded, serene, magical – a very warm welcome awaits you at Maplewood Cottage.
Witton Gilbert
Choose from six stylish and beautifully kitted out glamping pods at West Hall Glamping, each with the luxury of en-suite facilities and private hot tub. The neighbours at Broom House Farm have an on site cafe and farm shop, plus adventure trail for…

St Johns Chapel
Charming Cottage Retreat in the Heart of the Countryside This beautifully presented cottage offers a true home-from-home experience, combining modern comforts with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Perfect for families, couples, or small groups,…
Bishop Auckland
No 2 Townhouse gives you a taste of affluent town living in the late 19th century, complemented by an exuberant modern makeover.
Beamish
Located within the grounds of the popular Beamish Museum, Potters Cottage is a beautiful place to stay with plenty of character!
Beamish
Discover the wonderful Drovers Rest located within the grounds of the charming Beamish Museum, not far from the historic city of Durham.
Ebchester
4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to Ebchester on the County Durham-Northumberland border with outstanding views across open countryside.





Ebchester
4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to Ebchester on the County Durham-Northumberland border with outstanding views across open countryside.
Bishop Auckland
Stay in this wonderful, warm, historic property and you cannot get closer to the soul of Bishop Auckland

Bishop Auckland
The Clarence is a magnificent Edwardian property, sitting at the top of sloping grounds with views through the trees to Auckland Palace itself.

Bishop Auckland
No 4 Townhouse gives you a taste of affluent town living in the late 19th century, complemented by an exuberant modern makeover.
Stanley
This is everything you can expect with our new two-day or four-day Hot Tub Holiday Package. For full self-catering luxury spaces with bubbling hot tubs, look no further than South Causey Inn's two-story Hot Tub Houses. These unique spaces are the…

Ebchester
4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to Ebchester on the County Durham-Northumberland border with outstanding views across open countryside.
Wingate
Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance, Red Hurworth is the perfect place to relax and enjoy time with friends and family.
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