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Double bedroom at Sheriff's Tower Cottage East

Sheriff's Tower Cottage - East

Step away from the visitor attractions and eateries on Market Place, and walk just a few metres to…

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External view of Hadrian Lodge

The Hadrian Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…

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Modern wooden lodge with large glass windows and hot tub set in a grassy hilltop overlooking green fields and a pond under a blue sky

Waterside Lodges at Rest at the Nest

Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance,…

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The Housesteads Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…

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South Causey Self-Catering

This is everything you can expect with our new two-day or four-day Hot Tub Holiday Package. For…

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The Vindolanda Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…

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The St Ebba Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…

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The Arbeia Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…

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Sheriff's Tower Cottage - West

This fresh, recently refurbished property sits on peaceful Silver Street, yards from the original…

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The Avenue Corner

The Avenue Corner, a newly renovated modern apartment in a charming listed building and is great…

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The Coria Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…

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Treehouses at Rest at the Nest

Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance,…

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The Chesters Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…

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Woodlands Cottage

Situated just off the beautiful Wynyard driveway, you’ll find Woodlands Cottage.

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The Oswin Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…

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The Hideaway at Headlam

For guests looking to stay at Headlam with a bit more independence the new Hideaway apartment is…

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Palace Garden Cottage

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Churchill Cottage

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  • 3Waterside Lodges at Rest at the Nest
  • 4The Housesteads Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges
  • 5South Causey Self-Catering
  • 6The Vindolanda Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges
  • 7The St Ebba Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges
  • 8The Arbeia Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges
  • 9Sheriff's Tower Cottage - West
  • 10The Avenue Corner
  • 11The Coria Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges
  • 12Treehouses at Rest at the Nest
  • 13The Chesters Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges
  • 14Woodlands Cottage
  • 15The Oswin Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges
  • 16The Hideaway at Headlam
  • 17Palace Garden Cottage
  • 18Churchill Cottage
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  1. Double bedroom at Housesteads Lodge

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    The Housesteads Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

    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.

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    Prices from £575.00 Per unit per week
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  2. Double bedroom at Palace Garden Cottage

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    Palace Garden Cottage

    Bishop Auckland

    Stay in this delightful period residence and you will find yourself surrounded by Bishop Auckland’s heritage and just yards from Auckland Palace.

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    Prices from £250.00 Per unit per night
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  3. A coastal lodge at Seaham Hall

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    Coastal Lodges at Seaham Hall and Serenity Spa

    Seaham

    Luxury coastal suites with hot tubs.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous Good Spa Guide Luxury 5 Bubble Spa 2023Good Spa Guide Luxury 5 Bubble Spa
    • AA AA - 5 Star Red Award 2023AA - 5 Star Red Award
    • AA AA Notable Wine List Award 2023AA Notable Wine List Award
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Boutique Hotelier- Best Boutique Spa 2023 2023Boutique Hotelier- Best Boutique Spa 2023

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    Prices from £595.00 Per unit per night
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  4. Four Poster bed at Potters Cottage at Beamish Museum

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    Potters Cottage at Beamish Museum

    Beamish

    Located within the grounds of the popular Beamish Museum, Potters Cottage is a beautiful place to stay with plenty of character!

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    Prices from £130.00 Per unit per night
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  5. Double bed against green panelled wall and patterned wallpaper above. Bedside tables at either side with modern lamps turned on. A dark green throw co

    Add The Covey at Rest at the Nest to your Itinerary

    The Covey at Rest at the Nest

    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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    Prices from £512.00 Per unit per night
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  6. Modern wooden lodge with large glass windows and hot tub set in a grassy hilltop overlooking green fields and a pond under a blue sky

    Add Waterside Lodges at Rest at the Nest to your Itinerary

    Waterside Lodges at Rest at the Nest

    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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    Prices from £284.00 Per unit per night
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  7. Bedroom at Woodlands Cottage Wynyard Hall

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    Woodlands Cottage

    Wynyard

    Situated just off the beautiful Wynyard driveway, you’ll find Woodlands Cottage.

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    Prices from £595.00 Per unit per night
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  8. Plawsworth Hall  Durham

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    Plawsworth Hall (1 bed Apartments)

    Durham City

    Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by beautiful Durham countryside and offer a choice of one and two bedroomed apartments and three bedroomed cottages.

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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    Prices from £65.00 Per unit per night
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  9. A kitchen

    Add South Causey Self-Catering to your Itinerary

    South Causey Self-Catering

    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…

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    • Visit England Visitor Ready 2025Visitor Ready

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    Prices from £79.00 Per person per night
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  10. Living room at Maplewood Lodge Wynyard Hall

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    Maplewood Lodge

    Wynyard

    Spacious, secluded, serene, magical – a very warm welcome awaits you at Maplewood Cottage.

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    Prices from £250.00 Per unit per night
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  11. Double bedroom at Sheriff's Tower Cottage West

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    Sheriff's Tower Cottage - West

    Bishop Auckland

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

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member

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    Prices from £200.00 Per unit per night
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  12. Living area and kitchen

    Add The Avenue Corner to your Itinerary

    The Avenue Corner

    Durham City

    The Avenue Corner, a newly renovated modern apartment in a charming listed building and is great for both holiday and business travellers.

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    Prices from £125.00 Per unit per night
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  13. Double Bed at Arbeia Lodge

    Add The Arbeia Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges to your Itinerary

    The Arbeia Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

    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.

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    Prices from £450.00 Per unit per week
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  14. Single bed at St Ebba Lodge

    Add The St Ebba Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges to your Itinerary

    The St Ebba Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

    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.

    Price

    Prices from £575.00 Per unit per week
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  15. The lounge at Churchill Cottage

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    Churchill Cottage

    Bishop Auckland

    Stay in this welcoming residence and you will find yourself surrounded by Bishop Auckland’s heritage, Sarah Churchill paintings and just yards from Auckland Palace.

    Price

    Prices from £250.00 Per unit per night
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  16. An open plan space with light flooring, dark blue sofa, small wooden table and 2 chairs.

    Add The Hideaway at Headlam to your Itinerary

    The Hideaway at Headlam

    nr Gainford

    For guests looking to stay at Headlam with a bit more independence the new Hideaway apartment is the ideal option for up to 2 people. It is located just 30 metres from the Hall and offers contemporary and quirky design with self-catering facilities…

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    Prices from £180.00 Per unit per night
    More info for The Hideaway at Headlam
  17. A living room

    Add Albert Street Apartment to your Itinerary

    Albert Street Apartment

    Durham City

    This newly renovated self catering apartment is great for both holiday and business travellers.

    Price

    Prices from £125.00 Per unit per night
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  18. The Clarence from the back garden.

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    The Clarence

    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.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member

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    Prices from £400.00 Per unit per night
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  19. Durham Riverside Apartments, chairs sat on a balcony

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    Durham Riverside Apartments

    Durham City

    The luxury apartments offer an unrivalled location on the banks of the River Wear with just a few minutes walking distance to the Cathedral, Castle, University, shops and restaurants.

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Visit England Visitor Ready 2025Visitor Ready

    Price

    Prices from £170.00 Per room (room only)
    More info for Durham Riverside Apartments
  20. External view of Oswin Lodge

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    The Oswin Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

    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.

    Price

    Prices from £665.00 Per unit per week
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