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Self Catering & Holiday Cottages

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3 bed Cottages

Plawsworth Hall (3 bed Cottages)

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

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Sharpley Hall Garden Studio

Sharpley Hall Garden Studio is perfectly designed to accommodate two adults, offering the option of…

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Albert Street Apartment

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Coastal Lodges at Seaham Hall and Serenity Spa

Luxury coastal suites with hot tubs.

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Dukeswood Cottage

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

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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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No 1 Old Hall Cottage

No 1 Old Hall Cottage (ref 30417) is a delightful semi-detached stone holiday cottage converted…

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Maplewood Lodge

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

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Gardener's Cottage

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

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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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Old Bank House

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

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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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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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Plawsworth Hall (1 bed Apartments)

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

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Plawsworth Hall (2 bed Apartments)

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

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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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Drovers Rest at Beamish Museum

Discover the wonderful Drovers Rest located within the grounds of the charming Beamish Museum, not…

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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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  • 8Maplewood Lodge
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  • 12East Briscoe Farm Cottages
  • 13Durham Riverside Apartments
  • 14Plawsworth Hall (1 bed Apartments)
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  • 17Drovers Rest at Beamish Museum
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  1. Hoodgill Barn

    Hoodgill Barn

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    A stone-built, end of terrace cottage set on a hillside in a quiet rural location, close to Middleton-in-Teesdale.

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    Prices from £564.00 Per unit per week
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  2. Victoria Cottages at Copley in Teesdale

    1 Victoria Cottages

    Copley

    An attractive, mid-terrace property situated on the outskirts of Barnard Castle.

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    Prices from £298.00 Per unit per week
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  3. Old Workhouse image of garden patio with a small table and chairs with a bottle of wine

    Old Workhouse Cottage

    Stanhope

    An idyllic, stone-built cottage resting within the bustling town of Stanhope, County Durham.

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    Prices from £260.00 Per unit per week
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  4. Oak Cottage self-catering at Middleton-in-Teesdale

    Oak Cottage

    Middleton-in-Teesdale

    A beautiful cottage located in the heart of Middleton-in-Teesdale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with plenty of waterfalls and walking country to enjoy.

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    Prices from £650.00 Per unit per week
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  5. Living room at The Pittington Loft

    The Pittington Loft

    Durham City

    Welcome to The Pittington Loft just a short 10 to 15-minute drive from Durham City Centre. Perfect for families, couples, and groups with convenient access to local eateries, bars, and transport links.

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    Prices from £100.00 Per unit per night
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  6. Walworth Castle Lodge

    Walworth Castle Lodge

    Darlington

    A beautifully presented, stone-built cottage nestled in the small village of Walworth near Darlington, County Durham.

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    Prices from £639.00 Per unit per week
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  7. Meadow's Edge

    Meadow's Edge

    Middleton in Teesdale

    A delightful little detached cottage situated in the pretty Teesdale hamlet of Holwick.

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    Prices from £440.00 Per unit per week
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  8. Softly View Stanhope

    Softly View Stanhope Castle

    Stanhope

    Set at the heart of the market town of Stanhope, in County Durham is this striking castle, which has been transformed into a romantic bolthole.

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    Prices from £800.00 Per unit per week
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  9. Exterior of Cosy Cave Stanhope Castle

    Cosy Cave Stanhope Castle

    Stanhope

    This superb romantic cottage is located in Stanhope, Durham.

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    Prices from £417.00 Per unit per week
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  10. Fern Cottage

    Fern Cottage

    Butterknowle

    A luxury semi-detached barn conversion in the village of Butterknowle, with a shared, enclosed patio overlooking the owner’s fields.

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    Prices from £310.00 Per unit per week
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  11. The Old Byre near Mickleton

    The Old Byre

    Mickleton

    Settled amongst the idyllic countryside in the village of Egglesburn near Middleton-in-Teesdale in Durham, is this lovely main house and annex, The Old Byre House.

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    Prices from £820.00 Per unit per week
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  12. Wellberry

    Wellberry

    Staindrop

    This semi-detached Staindrop cottage offers accommodation across one floor and makes an ideal base for exploring the area.

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    Prices from £317.00 Per unit per week
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  13. Low Shipley Mill self-catering at Marwood

    Low Shipley Mill

    Barnard Castle

    Perched in Marwood near Barnard Castle, Durham, is this superb stone-built, semi-detached barn conversion, Low Shipley Mill.

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    Prices from £900.00 Per unit per week
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  14. Living room at Hawthorn at Monksgate

    Hawthorn at Monksgate

    Durham City

    Hawthorn at Monksgate is a spacious 4-bedroom home in Gilesgate, Durham, featuring a fully equipped kitchen, modern shower room, private garden, parking, and free WiFi. Perfect for families, professionals, or groups visiting the North East.

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    Prices from £100.00 Per unit per night
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  15. Heatherbrae near Middleton-in-Teesdale

    Heatherbrae

    Middleton-in-Teesdale

    Resting peacefully on the edge of the charming town of Middleton-in-Teesdale, is the wonderful property Heatherbrae.

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    Prices from £3,400.00 Per unit per week
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  16. East Farm Cottage self-catering at Thinford

    East Farm Cottage

    Spennymoor

    A cosy 3-bedroom cottage with hot tub, just minutes from Durham City. Ideal for families, friends or longer stays—close to local attractions, restaurants, and countryside escapes.

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    Prices from £200.00 Per unit per night
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  17. Horsley Head Holidays

    Horsley Head Holidays

    Eastgate

    A luxury detached farmhouse, surrounded by open countryside in the Durham Dales.

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    Prices from £920.00 Per unit per week
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  18. The Flat

    The Flat

    Barnard Castle

    Set over three floors, this beautifully-renovated apartment is a real delight and provides the perfect location for that much-deserved break.

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    Prices from £211.00 Per unit per week
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  19. The Crown Gables

    The Crown Gables

    Bishop Auckland

    A stylish and spacious 3-bedroom home featuring modern amenities and elegant decor, ideally located near Durham. Perfect for families, professionals, and groups seeking comfort and convenience.

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    Prices from £85.00 Per unit per night
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  20. Mill Cottage

    Mill Cottage

    Wolsingham

    A delightful mid-terrace cottage is the pretty village of Wolsingham, County Durham.

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    Prices from £289.00 Per unit per week
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