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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.
Swallow Nest is a delightful country retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
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Lanchester
The Old Stables Cottage 1 is a beautifully furnished holiday cottage located within the picturesque hamlet of Knitsley, on the outskirts of Durham.
Kibblesworth, Beamish
Riding Farm Cottages are delightfully situated on a working family farm surrounded by quiet and peaceful countryside yet on the doorstep of Durham, Beamish, Newcastle and Northumberland.
Hamsterley, Bishop Auckland
Two cottages around a quiet courtyard in the middle open countryside. Comfortably furnished each cottage sleeps 4 people. Four miles from Kynren. ten miles West of Durham City, thirty miles to the beaches. The Roman Wall is an easy drive 44 miles…
Rookhope
Rural Hot Tub escape with prosecco on ice awaiting you upon arrival. Log burner, outdoor fire pit, Spa robes and so much more...
Rookhope
The Old Miners Hall is a luxury stone-built period property perfectly located in the rolling hills of County Durham.
Ebchester
8 Real Wood 4 & 5 Star Lodges all with private, covered Hot Tubs, 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.…
Barnard Castle
Gorgeous 17th-century cottage in the pretty village of Staindrop is the perfect base to explore the Durham Dales and beyond, or simply escape everyday life for a while.
Durham City
Luxury private 2 bedroomed riverside Durham letting in the historic centre of Durham City, with large private balcony, secure gated access, own courtyard entrance and onsite parking.
Cockfield
Swallow Nest is a delightful country retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Chester-le-Street
Luxury 4 star Gold self catering cottage accommodation, 2 ensuite bedrooms, sleeping 4, 5 mins Beamish Museum, Durham County Cricket at Chester Le Street; 20 mins Durham City, Newcastle, Sunderland, Gateshead, Washington with Northumberland further…
Butterknowle
This stone built milking parlour has been converted into a luxury hot tub retreat for two.
Witton Gilbert
Nestled in the village of Witton Gilbert, a short distance from the centre of Durham, you’ll discover No.8.
Cowshill
Alice and Nelly's Cottages near to Cowshill offer a relaxed country style combined with modern luxuries, and well-equipped to a very high standard. VE 5 Star and Mobility 2 rating.
Stanley
Twizell Lane is at the edge of West Pelton village near to Beamish Museum and offering uninterrupted views of the Durham countryside stretching to Lumley Castle and Durham Riverside.
Kibblesworth, Beamish
Riding Farm Cottages are delightfully situated on a working family farm surrounded by quiet and peaceful countryside yet on the doorstep of Durham, Beamish, Newcastle and Northumberland.
Barnard Castle
Whether you’re travelling as a small group of friends or with family, this is the perfect getaway for four.
Bowes
Mellwaters Barn Cottages have been sympathetically converted from an old stone barn into 4 very spacious, airy and warm cottages which are within easy reach of the Bowes Museum, Beamish, Durham and the Lake District.
Barnard Castle
Located in the popular market town of Barnard Castle, 82F Galgate is a welcoming and homely place to stay.
Durham City
This Lavish 2 bed City Centre Apartment is perfect for friends & family, offering beautiful views of historic Durham, a short walk from all local attractions!
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