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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
A beautifully furnished holiday cottage located within the picturesque hamlet of Knitsley, on the outskirts of Durham.
Durham City
The Avenue Corner, a newly renovated modern apartment in a charming listed building and is great for both holiday and business travellers.
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!
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.
Rowlands Gill
The Piggery at Low Friarside Farm is a 5 star self catering holiday cottage for 6 people set in 100 acres of fields and woodlands, giving you the opportunity to escape and explore the spectacular countryside and the many other attractions in North…
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.
Rookhope
The Old Miners Hall is a luxury stone-built period property perfectly located in the rolling hills of County Durham.
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.
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
Escape to enchanting Owl Cottage in Middleton-in-Teesdale. Nestled in picturesque countryside, this charming retreat offers tranquility and natural wonders. With exposed beams and stone walls, the tastefully decorated cottage exudes vintage elegance…
Barnard Castle
Located in the popular market town of Barnard Castle, Priory Yard is a welcoming and homely place to stay.
Bishop Auckland
Luxury self-catering cottage 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and dog friendly. 15 minutes from Durham City and 5 minutes from Bishop Auckland home of Auckland Castle & Eleven Arches night show Kynren. Perfect for cyclists with Hamsterley Forest Descend…
Durham City
Ruelle is a delightfully chic house, located within a lovely estate in a popular, residential area in Durham, about 10 minutes' walk from the city centre.
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 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.
Consett
Aynsley Mews is a well presented holiday home located in the vibrant town of Consett in County Durham. Set in a quiet location, within walking distance to great amenities you are ideally placed to have a relaxing break within stunning countryside…
Crook
Jackdaw’s Perch is a two-bedroom Victorian terraced cottage with beautiful views across rural County Durham. It has been lovingly restored to provide comfortable self-catering holiday accommodation.
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…
Sherburn Village
Dove Cottage is situated in the courtyard of Weardale House. It has access to a large garden overlooking countryside. Good situation for exploring Durham and the surrounding area.
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