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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.
Stay in one of the north’s oldest castles! Quartermaster's is a bright and sunny south-facing…
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…
Leave the bustle of everyday life and travel off the beaten track to our Gardeners Cottage.
Located within the grounds of the popular Beamish Museum, Potters Cottage is a beautiful place to…
Sharpley Hall Garden Studio is perfectly designed to accommodate two adults, offering the option of…
No 1 Old Hall Cottage (ref 30417) is a delightful semi-detached stone holiday cottage converted…
Teesdale farm buildings converted to award-winning cottages. Beautiful estate with free river…
The luxury apartments offer an unrivalled location on the banks of the River Wear with just a few…
This charming, newly-renovated townhouse offers boutique-style luxury in the heart of the…
Discover the wonderful Drovers Rest located within the grounds of the charming Beamish Museum, not…
Spacious, secluded, serene, magical – a very warm welcome awaits you at Maplewood Cottage.
Hall Farm Cottage (ref 30419) is a detached 500-year-old barn conversion for 2, with private Hot…
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…


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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.

Bishop Auckland
AwardHall Farm Cottage (ref 30419) is a detached 500-year-old barn conversion for 2, with private Hot Tub and magnificent views over open countryside. Open plan kitchen /living space downstairs with wood burner (fuel included) Large bedroom with king bed…




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.

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 2 Townhouse gives you a taste of affluent town living in the late 19th century, complemented by an exuberant modern makeover.
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.
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…

Durham City
The Avenue Corner, a newly renovated modern apartment in a charming listed building and is great for both holiday and business travellers.
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.
Barnard Castle
This charming, newly-renovated townhouse offers boutique-style luxury in the heart of the picturesque market town of Barnard Castle. From 4 cozy bedrooms, to a spacious living area and well-equipped kitchen, this holiday home provides a comfortable…

Wynyard
Situated just off the beautiful Wynyard driveway, you’ll find Woodlands Cottage.
Bishop Auckland
The Clarence is a magnificent Edwardian property, sitting at the top of sloping grounds with views through the trees to Auckland Palace itself.

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…

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
Spacious, secluded, serene, magical – a very warm welcome awaits you at Maplewood Cottage.
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,…
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
Stay in this delightful period residence and you will find yourself surrounded by Bishop Auckland’s heritage and just yards from Auckland Palace.
Seaham
Luxury coastal suites with hot tubs.




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