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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.
The Avenue Corner, a newly renovated modern apartment in a charming listed building and is great…
4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…
4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…
4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…
No 1 Old Hall Cottage (ref 30417) is a delightful semi-detached stone holiday cottage converted…
This fresh, recently refurbished property sits on peaceful Silver Street, yards from the original…
Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance,…
4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…
4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…
This is everything you can expect with our new two-day or four-day Hot Tub Holiday Package. For…
4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…
4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…
4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…
For guests looking to stay at Headlam with a bit more independence the new Hideaway apartment is…
Situated just off the beautiful Wynyard driveway, you’ll find Woodlands Cottage.


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




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,…
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.
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.


Bishop Auckland
No 4 Townhouse gives you a taste of affluent town living in the late 19th century, complemented by an exuberant modern makeover.
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.
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…
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
This fresh, recently refurbished property sits on peaceful Silver Street, yards from the original walls of Auckland Palace.

Byers Green
No 1 Old Hall Cottage (ref 30417) is a delightful semi-detached stone holiday cottage converted from Grade II listed building in the grounds of the Old Hall with a private Hot Tub. Sleeps 4





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

Beamish
Discover the wonderful Drovers Rest located within the grounds of the charming Beamish Museum, not far from the historic city of Durham.
Bishop Auckland
Stay in this wonderful, warm, historic property and you cannot get closer to the soul of Bishop Auckland

Seaham
Luxury coastal suites with hot tubs.




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