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Self Catering & Holiday Cottages

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Durham Riverside Apartments, chairs sat on a balcony

Durham Riverside Apartments

The luxury apartments offer an unrivalled location on the banks of the River Wear with just a few…

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Ramside Farmhouse

Ramside Farmhouse

Ramside Farmhouse is situated in the middle of the glorious Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa Golf…

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Gardener's Cottage at Wynyard Hall

Gardener's Cottage

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

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Lily's Cottage

  Charming Cottage Retreat in the Heart of the Countryside This beautifully presented cottage…

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The Covey at Rest at the Nest

The Covey is Rest at the Nest’s spacious five-bedroom countryside property, sleeping up to 12…

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Hall Farm Cottage

Hall Farm Cottage (ref 30419) is a detached 500-year-old barn conversion for 2, with private Hot…

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Albert Street Apartment

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

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Plawsworth Hall (3 bed Cottages)

Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…

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Plawsworth Hall (1 bed Apartments)

Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…

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East Briscoe Farm Cottages

Teesdale farm buildings converted to award-winning cottages. Beautiful estate with free river…

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Heather Brae

Heather Brae is a spacious exclusive-use country house in Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham,…

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Potters Cottage at Beamish Museum

Located within the grounds of the popular Beamish Museum, Potters Cottage is a beautiful place to…

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Maplewood Lodge

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

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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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Old Bank House

This charming, newly-renovated townhouse offers boutique-style luxury in the heart of the…

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Quartermaster's Flat

Stay in one of the north’s oldest castles! Quartermaster's is a bright and sunny south-facing…

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Dukeswood Cottage

Dukeswood Cottage is set in a rural wonderland within Wynyard Estate.

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Lightfoot Cottage

Stay in this wonderful, warm, historic property and you cannot get closer to the soul of Bishop…

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  • 12Potters Cottage at Beamish Museum
  • 13Maplewood Lodge
  • 14Sheriff's Tower Cottage - East
  • 15Old Bank House
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  1. Exterior view of elevated treehouses amongst the fields and wildflowers

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    Treehouses at Rest at the Nest

    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.

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    Prices from £284.00 Per unit per night
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  2. 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
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  3. View of outdoor seating area at Sandpiper lodge.

    Add Waterside Lodges at Rest at the Nest to your Itinerary

    Waterside Lodges at Rest at the Nest

    Wingate

    Set within the County Durham countryside at Hurworth Burn Reservoir, Kingfisher and Sandpiper offer a peaceful waterside escape surrounded by nature.

    Designed for two, the lodges combine beautiful interiors with countryside and waterside views,…

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    Prices from £284.00 Per unit per night
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  4. 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
    More info for Sheriff's Tower Cottage - West
  5. External view of Oswin Lodge

    Add The Oswin Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges to your Itinerary

    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.

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    Prices from £665.00 Per unit per week
    More info for The Oswin Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges
  6. 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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  7. 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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  8. 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.

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    Prices from £250.00 Per unit per night
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  9. Durham Riverside Apartments, chairs sat on a balcony

    Add Durham Riverside Apartments to your Itinerary

    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
  10. External view of Hadrian Lodge

    Add The Hadrian Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges to your Itinerary

    The Hadrian 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.

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Tourism Awards - Self Catering Holiday Provider of the Year Award - Highly Comm. 2020North East England Tourism Awards - Self Catering Holiday Provider of the Year Award - Highly Comm.
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Dark Sky Friendly Durham 2022Dark Sky Friendly Durham
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Regional and Miscellaneous North East Tourism Awards - Self Catering Accommodation of the Year - Bronze 2023North East Tourism Awards - Self Catering Accommodation of the Year - Bronze
    • Visit England Visitor Ready 2025Visitor Ready

    Price

    Prices from £575.00 Per unit per week
    More info for The Hadrian Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges
  11. Front of a castle

    Add Quartermaster's Flat to your Itinerary

    Quartermaster's Flat

    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.

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2020 2020TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2020
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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    Prices from £57.00 Per unit per night
    More info for Quartermaster's Flat
  12. The Clarence from the back garden.

    Add The Clarence to your Itinerary

    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
    More info for The Clarence
  13. External view of Coria Lodge

    Add The Coria Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges to your Itinerary

    The Coria 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
    More info for The Coria Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges
  14. 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.

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    Prices from £125.00 Per unit per night
    More info for Albert Street Apartment
  15. Image of the front door.

    Add Lily's Cottage to your Itinerary

    Lily's Cottage

    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,…

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    Prices from £88.00 Per unit per night
    More info for Lily's Cottage
  16. Heather Brae

    Add Heather Brae to your Itinerary

    Heather Brae

    Barnard Castle

    Heather Brae is a spacious exclusive-use country house in Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham, sleeping up to 24 guests comfortably across 10 bedrooms, with additional accommodation available upon request.

    Awards

    • Visit England Gold 2014Gold

    Price

    Prices from £3,300.00 Per unit per week
    More info for Heather Brae
  17. Four Poster bed at Potters Cottage at Beamish Museum

    Add Potters Cottage at Beamish Museum to your Itinerary

    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!

    Price

    Prices from £130.00 Per unit per night
    More info for Potters Cottage at Beamish Museum
  18. 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
    More info for The St Ebba Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges
  19. Lea House

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    Lea House

    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…

    Price

    Prices from £93.50 Per unit per night
    More info for Lea House
  20. Sitting room at Lightfoot Cottage

    Add Lightfoot Cottage to your Itinerary

    Lightfoot Cottage

    Bishop Auckland

    Stay in this wonderful, warm, historic property and you cannot get closer to the soul of Bishop Auckland

    Awards

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

    Price

    Prices from £300.00 Per unit per night
    More info for Lightfoot Cottage
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