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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.
Swallow Nest is a delightful country retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
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Bowes
Mellwaters Barn Cottages have been sympathetically converted from an old stone barn into 4 very spacious, airy and warm cottages. Blue Tit Cottage faces east and has been designed with exceptionally spacious living area upstairs to get the best…
Barnard Castle
An idyllic 19thC cottage overlooking the River Tees with log fires and riverside garden. Private fishing and tennis court. Welcome hamper and frozen meal service.
Baldersdale
Teesdale farm buildings converted to award-winning cottages. Beautiful estate with free river fishing and marked walks. Superb views of dale and moor.
Stanley
Twizell Lane is at the edge of West Pelton village near to Beamish Museum and offering uninterrupted views of the Durham countryside stretching to Lumley Castle and Durham Riverside.
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…
Witton Gilbert
Nestled in the village of Witton Gilbert, a short distance from the centre of Durham, you’ll discover No.8.
Barnard Castle
Gorgeous 17th-century cottage in the pretty village of Staindrop is the perfect base to explore the Durham Dales and beyond, or simply escape everyday life for a while.
Bowes
Mellwaters Barn Cottages have been sympathetically converted from an old stone barn into 4 very spacious, airy and warm cottages which are within easy reach of the Bowes Museum, Beamish, Durham and the Lake District.
Durham City
This gorgeous 2 bed Apartment comes with great views and easy access to all of historic Durham's city centre attractions!
Stanley
Look no further than the beautifully named Butterfly Cottage for an exceptional stay in County Durham.
Brancepeth
The perfect get-away awaits at this stunning stone cottage, set in scenic countryside and only 3 miles from Historic Durham City.
Shildon
Step back in time with a stay in our "Heartbeat Holiday" themed 1960's cottage.
Wynyard
Spacious, secluded, serene, magical – a very warm welcome awaits you at Maplewood Cottage.
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.
Seaham
If you’re looking for a coastal staycation, Apartment 8 North Quay provides a comfortable and homely place to stay on Seaham seafront.
Barnard Castle
Located in the pretty market town of Barnard Castle, Cinnamon Cottage is a luxury getaway in County 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.
Barnard Castle
Escape to enchanting Owl Cottage in Middleton-in-Teesdale. Nestled in picturesque countryside, this charming retreat offers tranquility and natural wonders. With exposed beams and stone walls, the tastefully decorated cottage exudes vintage elegance…
Durham City
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'.
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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