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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.
Located within the grounds of the popular Beamish Museum, Potters Cottage is a beautiful place to…
Hall Farm Cottage (ref 30419) is a detached 500-year-old barn conversion for 2, with private Hot…
Ramside Farmhouse is situated in the middle of the glorious Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa Golf…
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
This newly renovated self catering apartment is great for both holiday and business travellers.
Leave the bustle of everyday life and travel off the beaten track to our Gardeners Cottage.
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…
Teesdale farm buildings converted to award-winning cottages. Beautiful estate with free river…
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
The luxury apartments offer an unrivalled location on the banks of the River Wear with just a few…
Spacious, secluded, serene, magical – a very warm welcome awaits you at Maplewood Cottage.
Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance,…
Heather Brae is a spacious exclusive-use country house in Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham,…
Stay in one of the north’s oldest castles! Quartermaster's is a bright and sunny south-facing…
Step away from the visitor attractions and eateries on Market Place, and walk just a few metres to…
Charming Cottage Retreat in the Heart of the Countryside This beautifully presented cottage…


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Durham City
This newly renovated self catering apartment is great for both holiday and business travellers.
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.
Baldersdale
Self CateringTeesdale farm buildings converted to award-winning cottages. Beautiful estate with free river fishing and marked walks. Superb views of dale and moor.

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.
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,…
Wynyard
Leave the bustle of everyday life and travel off the beaten track to our Gardeners Cottage.
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
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…




Beamish
Located within the grounds of the popular Beamish Museum, Potters Cottage is a beautiful place to stay with plenty of character!
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.
Wynyard
Situated just off the beautiful Wynyard driveway, you’ll find Woodlands Cottage.
Barnard Castle
This charming, newly-renovated townhouse offers boutique-style luxury in the heart of the picturesque market town of Barnard Castle. From 4 cozy bedrooms, to a spacious living area and well-equipped kitchen, this holiday home provides a comfortable…

Bishop Auckland
No 4 Townhouse gives you a taste of affluent town living in the late 19th century, complemented by an exuberant modern makeover.
Bishop Auckland
Stay in this wonderful, warm, historic property and you cannot get closer to the soul of Bishop Auckland

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.
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…
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.
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.


Durham City
A relaxing retreat with all the modern comforts of life, but to take time out in the garden and relax in the barrel sauna or hot tub while you bathe under the apple trees





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