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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.
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…
Step away from the visitor attractions and eateries on Market Place, and walk just a few metres to…
This newly renovated self catering apartment is great for both holiday and business travellers.
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
Spacious, secluded, serene, magical – a very warm welcome awaits you at Maplewood Cottage.
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…
Stay in this wonderful, warm, historic property and you cannot get closer to the soul of Bishop…
Hall Farm Cottage (ref 30419) is a detached 500-year-old barn conversion for 2, with private Hot…
Stay in one of the north’s oldest castles! Quartermaster's is a bright and sunny south-facing…
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
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…
The Covey is Rest at the Nest’s spacious five-bedroom countryside property, sleeping up to 12…
Heather Brae is a spacious exclusive-use country house in Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham,…
This charming, newly-renovated townhouse offers boutique-style luxury in the heart of the…


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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.

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

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.
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.
Seaham
Luxury coastal suites with hot tubs.




Bishop Auckland
Step away from the visitor attractions and eateries on Market Place, and walk just a few metres to find yourself in the peaceful haven of Silver Street.

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.


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

Wingate
Hidden amongst the trees in the countryside, Nuthatch and Wren are two luxury treehouses designed for two. Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance.
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…
Wynyard
Situated just off the beautiful Wynyard driveway, you’ll find Woodlands Cottage.
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
AwardHall Farm Cottage (ref 30419) is a detached 500-year-old barn conversion for 2, with private Hot Tub and magnificent views over open countryside. Open plan kitchen /living space downstairs with wood burner (fuel included) Large bedroom with king bed…




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…

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.

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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