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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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3 bed Cottages

Plawsworth Hall (3 bed Cottages)

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

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Albert Street Apartment

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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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Drovers Rest at Beamish Museum

Discover the wonderful Drovers Rest located within the grounds of the charming Beamish Museum, not…

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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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Gardener's Cottage

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

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Dukeswood Cottage

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

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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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Plawsworth Hall (2 bed Apartments)

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

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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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Sharpley Hall Garden Studio

Sharpley Hall Garden Studio is perfectly designed to accommodate two adults, offering the option of…

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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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Coastal Lodges at Seaham Hall and Serenity Spa

Luxury coastal suites with hot tubs.

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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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Maplewood Lodge

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

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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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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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  • 8Dukeswood Cottage
  • 9Potters Cottage at Beamish Museum
  • 10Plawsworth Hall (2 bed Apartments)
  • 11Hall Farm Cottage
  • 12Sharpley Hall Garden Studio
  • 13Old Bank House
  • 14Coastal Lodges at Seaham Hall and Serenity Spa
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  • 16Maplewood Lodge
  • 17East Briscoe Farm Cottages
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  1. An open plan space with light flooring, dark blue sofa, small wooden table and 2 chairs.

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    The Hideaway at Headlam

    nr Gainford

    For guests looking to stay at Headlam with a bit more independence the new Hideaway apartment is the ideal option for up to 2 people. It is located just 30 metres from the Hall and offers contemporary and quirky design with self-catering facilities…

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    Prices from £180.00 Per unit per night
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  2. Badger Lodge

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    West Hall Glamping

    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…

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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    Prices from £165.00 Per unit per night
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  3. 3 bed Cottages

    Add Plawsworth Hall (3 bed Cottages) to your Itinerary

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    Plawsworth Hall (3 bed Cottages)

    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.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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    Prices from £511.00 Per unit per week
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  4. East Briscoe Farm Cottages

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    East Briscoe Farm Cottages

    Baldersdale

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

    Teesdale farm buildings converted to award-winning cottages. Beautiful estate with free river fishing and marked walks. Superb views of dale and moor.

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    • Visit England Walkers Welcome 2015Walkers Welcome

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    Prices from £220.00 to £245.00 Per unit per week
    More info for East Briscoe Farm Cottages
  5. Double bed against green panelled wall and patterned wallpaper above. Bedside tables at either side with modern lamps turned on. A dark green throw co

    Add The Covey at Rest at the Nest to your Itinerary

    The Covey at Rest at the Nest

    Wingate

    Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance, Red Hurworth is the perfect place to relax and enjoy time with friends and family.

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    Prices from £375.00 Per unit per night
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  6. Sitting room at Lightfoot Cottage

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    Lightfoot Cottage

    Bishop Auckland

    Stay in this wonderful, warm, historic property and you cannot get closer to the soul of Bishop Auckland

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

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    Prices from £300.00 Per unit per night
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  7. Living area and kitchen

    Add The Avenue Corner to your Itinerary

    The Avenue Corner

    Durham City

    The Avenue Corner, a newly renovated modern apartment in a charming listed building and is great for both holiday and business travellers.

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    Prices from £125.00 Per unit per night
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  8. The Clarence from the back garden.

    Add The Clarence to your Itinerary

    The Clarence

    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.

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

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    Prices from £400.00 Per unit per night
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  9. A coastal lodge at Seaham Hall

    Add Coastal Lodges at Seaham Hall and Serenity Spa to your Itinerary

    Coastal Lodges at Seaham Hall and Serenity Spa

    Seaham

    Luxury coastal suites with hot tubs.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous Good Spa Guide Luxury 5 Bubble Spa 2023Good Spa Guide Luxury 5 Bubble Spa
    • AA AA - 5 Star Red Award 2023AA - 5 Star Red Award
    • AA AA Notable Wine List Award 2023AA Notable Wine List Award
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Boutique Hotelier- Best Boutique Spa 2023 2023Boutique Hotelier- Best Boutique Spa 2023

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    Prices from £595.00 Per unit per night
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  10. A kitchen

    Add South Causey Self-Catering to your Itinerary

    South Causey Self-Catering

    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…

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    • Visit England Visitor Ready 2025Visitor Ready

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    Prices from £79.00 Per person per night
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  11. Lounge at No 1 Old Hall Cottage

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    No 1 Old Hall Cottage

    Byers Green

    4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars

    No 1 Old Hall Cottage (ref 30417) is a delightful semi-detached stone holiday cottage converted from Grade II listed building in the grounds of the Old Hall with a private Hot Tub. Sleeps 4

    Awards

    • Visit England Cyclists Welcome 2023Cyclists Welcome
    • Visit England Walkers Welcome 2023Walkers Welcome
    • Visit England Families Welcome 2023Families Welcome
    • Visit England Welcome Pets 2023Welcome Pets
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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    Prices from £175.00 Per unit per night
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  12. Durham Riverside Apartments, chairs sat on a balcony

    Add Durham Riverside Apartments to your Itinerary

    Durham Riverside Apartments

    Durham City

    The luxury apartments offer an unrivalled location on the banks of the River Wear with just a few minutes walking distance to the Cathedral, Castle, University, shops and restaurants.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Visit England Visitor Ready 2025Visitor Ready

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    Prices from £170.00 Per room (room only)
    More info for Durham Riverside Apartments
  13. Bedroom at Woodlands Cottage Wynyard Hall

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    Woodlands Cottage

    Wynyard

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

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    Prices from £595.00 Per unit per night
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  14. Living room at Dukeswood Cottage Wynyard Hall

    Add Dukeswood Cottage to your Itinerary

    Dukeswood Cottage

    Wynyard

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

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    Prices from £290.00 Per unit per night
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  15. External view of Drovers Rest with picnic tables in the foreground

    Add Drovers Rest at Beamish Museum to your Itinerary

    Drovers Rest at Beamish Museum

    Beamish

    Discover the wonderful Drovers Rest located within the grounds of the charming Beamish Museum, not far from the historic city of Durham.

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    Prices from £130.00 Per unit per night
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  16. Front of the building

    Add Hall Farm Cottage to your Itinerary

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 216 reviews216 reviews

    Hall Farm Cottage

    Bishop Auckland

    4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars Gold 2023 Award

    Hall 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…

    Awards

    • Visit England Cyclists Welcome 2023Cyclists Welcome
    • Visit England Gold 2023Gold
    • Visit England Walkers Welcome 2023Walkers Welcome
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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    Prices from £186.00 Per unit per week
    More info for Hall Farm Cottage
  17. Four Poster bed at Potters Cottage at Beamish Museum

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    Potters Cottage at Beamish Museum

    Beamish

    Located within the grounds of the popular Beamish Museum, Potters Cottage is a beautiful place to stay with plenty of character!

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    Prices from £130.00 Per unit per night
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  18. Double bedroom at Sheriff's Tower Cottage West

    Add Sheriff's Tower Cottage - West to your Itinerary

    Sheriff's Tower Cottage - West

    Bishop Auckland

    This fresh, recently refurbished property sits on peaceful Silver Street, yards from the original walls of Auckland Palace.

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

    Price

    Prices from £200.00 Per unit per night
    More info for Sheriff's Tower Cottage - West
  19. A living room

    Add Albert Street Apartment to your Itinerary

    Albert Street Apartment

    Durham City

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    Prices from £125.00 Per unit per night
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  20. Gardener's Cottage at Wynyard Hall

    Add Gardener's Cottage to your Itinerary

    Gardener's Cottage

    Wynyard

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

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    Prices from £250.00 Per unit per night
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