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Self Catering & Holiday Cottages

If you’re looking for flexibility and that real home-from-home experience, choose a self catering or holiday cottage break in Durham.

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South Causey Self-Catering

This is everything you can expect with our new two-day or four-day Hot Tub Holiday Package. For…

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The Avenue Corner

The Avenue Corner, a newly renovated modern apartment in a charming listed building and is great…

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Modern wooden lodge with large glass windows and hot tub set in a grassy hilltop overlooking green fields and a pond under a blue sky

Waterside Lodges at Rest at the Nest

Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance,…

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Vindomora Country Lodges

4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to…

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The Hideaway at Headlam

For guests looking to stay at Headlam with a bit more independence the new Hideaway apartment is…

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Treehouses at Rest at the Nest

Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance,…

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Sheriff's Tower Cottage - East

Step away from the visitor attractions and eateries on Market Place, and walk just a few metres to…

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The Clarence

The Clarence is a magnificent Edwardian property, sitting at the top of sloping grounds with views…

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Woodlands Cottage

Situated just off the beautiful Wynyard driveway, you’ll find Woodlands Cottage.

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Sheriff's Tower Cottage - West

This fresh, recently refurbished property sits on peaceful Silver Street, yards from the original…

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The Covey at Rest at the Nest

Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance,…

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  1. Outside

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    Ruelle - A Home Away from Home!

    Durham City

    Ruelle is a delightfully chic house, located within a lovely estate in a popular, residential area in Durham, about 10 minutes' walk from the city centre.

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    Prices from £195.00 Per unit per night
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  2. Gardenside Lodge

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    Gardenside Lodge

    Bishop Auckland

    Gardenside Lodge is quietly nestled away in our beautiful garden in Low Etherley, a small tranquil village ideally situated for exploring County Durham.

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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 £100.00 Per unit per night
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  3. Finchale Abbey Camping Pods Durham

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    Finchale Abbey Camping Pods

    Durham City

    Enjoy camping without roughing it in our bespoke camping pods with lights, heating and electric sockets.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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    Prices from £40.00 Per unit per night
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  4. 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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  5. Backstone Bank Farmhouse at Wolsingham

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    Backstone Bank Farmhouse

    Wolsingham

    Backstone Bank is a splendid 5 bedroom farmhouse set high up on a hill in an area of outstanding beauty in the heart of Weardale close to Wolsingham.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous Dark Sky Friendly Durham 2019Dark Sky Friendly Durham

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    Prices from £1,000.00 Per unit per week
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  6. Edge Knoll Holiday Cottages external image

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    Edge Knoll Holiday Cottages

    Hamsterley, Bishop Auckland

    Two cottages around a quiet courtyard in the middle open countryside. Comfortably furnished each cottage sleeps 4 people. Four miles from Kynren. ten miles West of Durham City, thirty miles to the beaches. The Roman Wall is an easy drive 44 miles…

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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    Prices from £325.00 Per unit per week
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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…

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    • 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. Riding Farm Cottages

    Add Riding Farm Cottages: Millers Barn to your Itinerary

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    Riding Farm Cottages: Millers Barn

    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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  9. Lounge and Kitchen at Himmel

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    Himmel

    Consett

    Located in the peaceful village of Ruffside, Himmell is a cosy and welcoming holiday home in a stunning setting with plenty of fantastic walks right on your doorstep.

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    Prices from £80.00 Per unit per night
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  10. The Granary at Todd's House Farm Sedgefield

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    The Granary at Todd's House Farm

    Sedgefield

    Todd's House is a small grass and cereal farm pleasantly situated on a country lane within easy reach of village amenities.

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    Prices from £90.00 Per unit per night
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  11. The Piggery at Low Friarside Farm

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    The Piggery at Low Friarside Farm

    Rowlands Gill

    The Piggery at Low Friarside Farm is a 5 star self catering holiday cottage for 6 people set in 100 acres of fields and woodlands, giving you the opportunity to escape and explore the spectacular countryside and the many other attractions in North…

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    Prices from £700.00 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. Riding Farm Cottages

    Add Riding Farm Cottages: Granary Barn to your Itinerary

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 69 reviews69 reviews

    Riding Farm Cottages: Granary Barn

    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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  14. Lounge at Harry's House

    Add Harry's House Durham to your Itinerary

    Harry's House Durham

    Durham City

    3 Visit England Stars 3 Visit England Stars 3 Visit England Stars 3 Visit England Stars Gold 2019 Award

    Harrys House is a cosy home offering self catering breaks, quirky decor and hot tub. Situated 3 miles from Durham city centre. 'Home from home'.

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    • Visit England Gold 2019Gold
    • Visit England Welcome Pets 2020Welcome Pets
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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    Prices from £132.50 Per unit per night
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  15. Jackdaw's Perch Durham Accommodation

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    Jackdaw's Perch

    Crook

    Jackdaw’s Perch is a two-bedroom Victorian terraced cottage with beautiful views across rural County Durham. It has been lovingly restored to provide comfortable self-catering holiday accommodation. 

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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    Prices from £75.00 Per unit per night
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  16. Stoneycroft exterior

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    Stoneycroft

    Knitsley, Consett

    Stoneycroft Cottage at Woodlands Park Farm sleeps up to 6 guests and is pet free.

    Stoneycroft is a beautiful stone built cottage situated on a working farm on the outskirts of Consett. The accommodation is wheelchair friendly with a comfortable…

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    Prices from £102.00 Per unit per night
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  17. Exterior of The Barn

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    The Barn

    Holwick

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

    Newly converted barn with well-equipped kitchen/diner. Large lounge, 3 double bedrooms with twin beds. Bathroom plus shower room. Ample parking, private rear garden.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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    Prices from £280.00 Per unit per week
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    Add Metropolis House C - Gorgeous 2 bed Durham Apartment to your Itinerary

    Metropolis House C - Gorgeous 2 bed Durham Apartment

    Durham City

    This gorgeous 2 bed Apartment comes with great views and easy access to all of historic Durham's city centre attractions!

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    Prices from £160.00 Per unit per night
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    Add Eleanor Vintage French Caravan (1975) to your Itinerary

    Eleanor Vintage French Caravan (1975)

    Butterknowle

    A touch of nostalgia with our cute French vintage caravan, meet Eleanor!

    New to our glamping offer for August 2024!

    This cute little 1975 vintage French caravan may be petite but inside its features include a fridge, cooking hob, a dining…

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    Prices from £60.00 Per unit per night
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 69 reviews69 reviews

    Riding Farm Cottages: Beamish 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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