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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.
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…
The Avenue Corner, a newly renovated modern apartment in a charming listed building and is great…
This is everything you can expect with our new two-day or four-day Hot Tub Holiday Package. For…
4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…
This fresh, recently refurbished property sits on peaceful Silver Street, yards from the original…
4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…
No 1 Old Hall Cottage (ref 30417) is a delightful semi-detached stone holiday cottage converted…
Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance,…
4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…
Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance,…
For guests looking to stay at Headlam with a bit more independence the new Hideaway apartment is…
4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…
Discover the wonderful Drovers Rest located within the grounds of the charming Beamish Museum, not…
4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…
Situated just off the beautiful Wynyard driveway, you’ll find Woodlands Cottage.
The Clarence is a magnificent Edwardian property, sitting at the top of sloping grounds with views…


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Middleton-in-Teesdale
A wonderful, detached, stone-built cottage on remote hillside outside of Middleton-in-Teesdale.
Wolsingham
Blackburn Cottage Barn offers impressive holiday accommodation, ideal for extended families and groups of friends looking to discover this delightful area together.
Newbiggin
A stone-built, end of terrace cottage set on a hillside in a quiet rural location, close to Middleton-in-Teesdale.
Durham City
Welcome to River-Twine, a beautifully furnished stone-built cottage that blends period charm with quirky modern touches. Ideal for couples, families or professionals, it’s perfectly located for exploring Durham and the surrounding countryside.
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.
Shadforth
Nestled on the outskirts of the pretty village of Shadforth, near Durham, are two delightful country cottages.
Sherburn Hill
Welcome to The Northern View, situated just a short drive from Durham City Centre. This spacious property is ideal for families, groups, and couples looking for a comfortable and convenient base.
Middleton-in-Teesdale
A wonderful stone-built detached cottage, situated in the middle of a field on the owners' working farm in the small Teesdale hamlet of Holwick.
Wolsingham
A delightful mid-terrace cottage is the pretty village of Wolsingham, County Durham.
Plawsworth
A light and bright second floor apartment located in the small village of Kimblesworth just a few miles from the beautiful city of Durham.
Middleton in Teesdale
A delightful little detached cottage situated in the pretty Teesdale hamlet of Holwick.
Brancepeth
A wonderfully presented stone cottage resting in the village of Brancepeth, near the beautiful city of Durham.
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.
Peterlee
Welcome to The Homestead in Peterlee. This home-from-home is ideal for families and small groups visiting County Durham, Sunderland, and the North East coast.
Middleton-in-Teesdale
Resting in Middleton-in-Teesdale, a Pennine town in Durham, is this well-positioned two-bedroom cottage, 16 Leekworth Gardens.
Middleton-in-Teesdale
An early 18th century, stone-built, semi-detached cottage, situated on the outskirts of the delightful village of Middleton-in-Teesdale.
Ovington
A charming terraced stone-built cottage located in the picturesque hamlet of Ovington, just 6 miles from Barnard Castle.
Durham City
Located in a peaceful area overlooking Ustinov College and just 15 minutes’ walk from Durham City Centre, Kirkwood Drive is a spacious and thoughtfully laid-out townhouse ideal for families, professional groups or visiting academics.
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