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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.
This charming, newly-renovated townhouse offers boutique-style luxury in the heart of the…
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
Stay in this wonderful, warm, historic property and you cannot get closer to the soul of Bishop…
The luxury apartments offer an unrivalled location on the banks of the River Wear with just a few…
Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance,…
This newly renovated self catering apartment is great for both holiday and business travellers.
Located within the grounds of the popular Beamish Museum, Potters Cottage is a beautiful place to…
Ramside Farmhouse is situated in the middle of the glorious Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa Golf…
Hall Farm Cottage (ref 30419) is a detached 500-year-old barn conversion for 2, with private Hot…
Step away from the visitor attractions and eateries on Market Place, and walk just a few metres to…
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
Stay in one of the north’s oldest castles! Quartermaster's is a bright and sunny south-facing…
Heather Brae is a spacious exclusive-use country house in Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham,…
Teesdale farm buildings converted to award-winning cottages. Beautiful estate with free river…
Leave the bustle of everyday life and travel off the beaten track to our Gardeners Cottage.
Spacious, secluded, serene, magical – a very warm welcome awaits you at Maplewood Cottage.


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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
No 2 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 welcoming residence and you will find yourself surrounded by Bishop Auckland’s heritage, Sarah Churchill paintings and just yards from Auckland Palace.
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…

Oakenshaw
The Estate Oakenshaw – Exclusive 6-Acre Retreat for Up to 16 Guests
The Estate Oakenshaw offers the rare chance to enjoy an entire private 6-acre retreat in the heart of County Durham — a place designed for unforgettable gatherings,…
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.
Beamish
Discover the wonderful Drovers Rest located within the grounds of the charming Beamish Museum, not far from the historic city of Durham.
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.
Wynyard
Leave the bustle of everyday life and travel off the beaten track to our Gardeners Cottage.
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.
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.
Witton Gilbert
Choose from six stylish and beautifully kitted out glamping pods at West Hall Glamping, each with the luxury of en-suite facilities and private hot tub. The neighbours at Broom House Farm have an on site cafe and farm shop, plus adventure trail for…

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.





Bishop Auckland
This fresh, recently refurbished property sits on peaceful Silver Street, yards from the original walls of Auckland Palace.

Bishop Auckland
No 4 Townhouse gives you a taste of affluent town living in the late 19th century, complemented by an exuberant modern makeover.
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.

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.

Seaham
Luxury coastal suites with hot tubs.




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