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Self Catering & Holiday Cottages

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Durham Riverside Apartments, chairs sat on a balcony

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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Gardener's Cottage at Wynyard Hall

Gardener's Cottage

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

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Living room at Maplewood Lodge Wynyard Hall

Maplewood Lodge

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

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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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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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Plawsworth Hall (2 bed Apartments)

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

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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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Plawsworth Hall (3 bed Cottages)

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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Dukeswood Cottage

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

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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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Albert Street Apartment

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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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Coastal Lodges at Seaham Hall and Serenity Spa

Luxury coastal suites with hot tubs.

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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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Old Bank House

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

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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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  • 10Drovers Rest at Beamish Museum
  • 11Dukeswood Cottage
  • 12East Briscoe Farm Cottages
  • 13Albert Street Apartment
  • 14No 1 Old Hall Cottage
  • 15Coastal Lodges at Seaham Hall and Serenity Spa
  • 16Potters Cottage at Beamish Museum
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  1. Riverside Retreat - Durham

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    Riverside Retreat - Durham

    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.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Living in the Shires Magazine - Riverside Accommodation of the Year 2017 2018Living in the Shires Magazine - Riverside Accommodation of the Year 2017

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    Prices from £200.00 Per unit per night
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  2. Meadow Cottage

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    Meadow Cottage

    Bishop Auckland

    Meadow Cottage is a picturesque and spacious family friendly barn conversion situated in superb surroundings, providing peace and quiet while still being ideally situated for Durham City and exploring the region.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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    Prices from £490.00 Per unit per week
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  3. Sycamore Shepherd's Hut at Edge Knoll Farm

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    Sycamore Shepherd's Hut

    Bishop Auckland

    Nestled in the delightful Durham Dales, our gorgeous shepherd's hut provides everything you could want for a very cosy stay.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member

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    Prices from £86.00 Per unit per night
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  4. Unbox at Poplar Tree

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 10 reviews10 reviews

    Unbox at Poplar Tree

    Durham City

    Surrounded by magnificent Durham countryside, moments from the historic heart of Durham City.

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    Prices from £250.00 Per unit per night
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  5. Exterior of Cherry Lodge

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    Haystax Accessible Luxury Lodges

    Consett

    Haystax accessible luxury lodges are located in the peaceful surroundings of farms and woodland on the outskirts of Consett, providing a calm, tranquil space to enjoy the countryside with beautiful views in all directions.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous Dark Sky Friendly Durham 2024Dark Sky Friendly Durham

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    Prices from £819.00 to £839.00 Per unit per week
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  6. Outside of Sands House

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    Sands House

    Durham City

    4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars Self Catering

    Sands House is a 2 bedroom property situated near the river in a quiet area of the city within easy walking distance of Durham city centre. Large garden to the rear with parking. There is a large lounge, kitchen and conservatory.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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    Prices from £100.00 Per unit per night
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  7. Log burner, stone tiled floor and green leather sofa.

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    Grove Cottage

    Alston

    A warm and cosy cottage on the edge of the small town of Alston in Cumbria which is high up in the North Pennines countryside.  A perfect base for experiencing the beauty of the surrounding countryside, from every direction Alston is approached over…

    Awards

    • Visit England Visitor Ready 2025Visitor Ready
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member

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    Prices from £550.00 Per unit per week
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  8. Lounge at 82G Galgate

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    82G Galgate

    Barnard Castle

    Located in the popular market town of Barnard Castle, 82G Galgate is the ideal place to stay for a getaway in County Durham.

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    Prices from £85.00 Per unit per night
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  9. Lounge / Kitchen at Butterfly Cottage

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    Butterfly Cottage

    Edmondsley

    Look no further than the beautifully named Butterfly Cottage for an exceptional stay in County Durham.

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    Prices from £99.00 Per unit per night
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  10. Double bedroom at Whinney Hill

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    Whinney Hill

    Durham City

    Whinney Hill is ideal for a group of six looking to explore the historic city of Durham and County Durham as a whole.

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    Prices from £111.00 Per unit per night
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  11. Hawthorne Cottage self-catering at Cotherstone

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    Hawthorne Cottage

    Cotherstone

    Hawthorne cottage is centrally situated in the traditional village of Cotherstone in beautiful Teesdale, and within easy reach of both the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

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    Prices from £400.00 Per unit per week
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  12. Lounge and kitchen at The Montague

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    The Montague

    Durham City

    Throughout the past 310 years, nestled under the watchful gaze of Durham Cathedral, many esteemed guests (including Her Majesty The Queen) have enjoyed the timeless elegance of 52 Old Elvet.

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    Prices from £135.00 Per unit per night
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  13. View from a steaming hot tub with trees and a picnic table in the distance.

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    Weardale Holiday Lodges

    Bishop Auckland

    Welcome to Weardale Holiday Lodges, a family-run retreat, exclusively for adults, where tranquillity meets luxury in the heart of the countryside.

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    Prices from £225.00 Per unit per night
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  14. Riding Farm Cottages

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 68 reviews68 reviews

    Riding Farm Cottages: Lapwing Cottage

    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.

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    Prices from £295.00 Per unit per week
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  15. The lounge at Moorlands self-catering

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    Moorlands

    Durham City

    Beautifully presented, Moorlands is a spacious and welcoming home from home with 3 double bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, on-drive parking, a pleasant rear garden and a study.

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    Prices from £140.00 Per unit per night
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  16. View over Belle View Cottage near Frosterley Weardale

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    Belle View Cottage

    Frosterley

    Belle View cottage is set on the moors at Bollihope, 2 miles above Frosterley in the North Pennines National Landscape.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous Dark Sky Friendly Durham 2024Dark Sky Friendly Durham
    • Visit England Visitor Ready 2025Visitor Ready
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member

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    Prices from £500.00 Per unit per week
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  17. Bowburn Hall Woodland Lodges

    Bowburn Hall Woodland Lodges

    Bowburn

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    Prices from £99.00 Per room (room only)
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  18. Thwaite Hall

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    Thwaite Hall

    Cotherstone

    3 Visit England Stars 3 Visit England Stars 3 Visit England Stars 3 Visit England Stars Self Catering

    Three superbly furnished cottages on the outskirts of the village. In an ideal location, with views over the surrounding countryside.

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    Prices from £260.00 to £300.00 Per unit per week
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  19. Double bedroom at Katie's Cottage & The Bungalow

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 78 reviews78 reviews

    Katie's Cottage

    Chester-le-Street

    4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars Self CateringGold 2015 Award

    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…

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    • Visit England Gold 2015Gold
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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    Prices from £470.00 Per unit per week
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  20. The lounge at Louvaine House

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    Louvaine House

    Durham City

    Louvaine House is a stylish and modern four-bedroom home located in the picturesque village of Witton Gilbert.

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    Prices from £180.00 Per unit per night
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