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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.
Located within the grounds of the popular Beamish Museum, Potters Cottage is a beautiful place to…
Stay in one of the north’s oldest castles! Quartermaster's is a bright and sunny south-facing…
Stay in this wonderful, warm, historic property and you cannot get closer to the soul of Bishop…
The luxury apartments offer an unrivalled location on the banks of the River Wear with just a few…
Step away from the visitor attractions and eateries on Market Place, and walk just a few metres to…
Spacious, secluded, serene, magical – a very warm welcome awaits you at Maplewood Cottage.
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
Teesdale farm buildings converted to award-winning cottages. Beautiful estate with free river…
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
Sharpley Hall Garden Studio is perfectly designed to accommodate two adults, offering the option of…
Hall Farm Cottage (ref 30419) is a detached 500-year-old barn conversion for 2, with private Hot…
This newly renovated self catering apartment is great for both holiday and business travellers.
This charming, newly-renovated townhouse offers boutique-style luxury in the heart of the…
Leave the bustle of everyday life and travel off the beaten track to our Gardeners Cottage.
Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance,…


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Shotley Bridge
Boasting a breath-taking setting right on the River Derwent in Shotley Bridge near Consett, Durham, is Mill Race Cottage.
Durham City
Hawthorn at Monksgate is a spacious 4-bedroom home in Gilesgate, Durham, featuring a fully equipped kitchen, modern shower room, private garden, parking, and free WiFi. Perfect for families, professionals, or groups visiting the North East.
Durham City
The Skylark Four is a light-filled, stylish 2-bedroom apartment nestled on the upper floor of The Grove Collection. With leafy views, refined interiors, and a calm atmosphere, it’s the perfect Durham retreat.
Butterknowle
This delightful semi-detached cottage sits in the small village of Butterknowle.
Cotherstone
Perched in the quaint village of Cotherstone near Barnard Castle in Teesdale, is this charming, semi-detached cottage, Bellevue.
Mickleton
A beautiful stone-built barn conversion in a wonderful setting in Mickleton. Wood burner, en-suites, luxury hot tub. Middleton-in-Teesdale 1 mile.
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.
Boldron
Set on a quiet cul-de-sac in the peaceful village of Boldron near Barnard Castle fronting village green is Stable Cottage, a delightful Grade II listed, semi-detached barn conversion.
Middleton-in-Teesdale
This truly delightful stone-built end-terrace cottage is located in a quiet corner of the pretty Pennine town of Middleton-in-Teesdale.
Barnard Castle
Perched in Marwood near Barnard Castle, Durham, is this superb stone-built, semi-detached barn conversion, Low Shipley Mill.
Durham City
The Crescent House is just a 15-minute walk from Durham City Centre. Spacious and set over three floors, it’s ideal for families, professionals, and groups seeking a comfortable and well-located home-from-home in the North East.
Middleton-in-Teesdale
A single-storey detached cottage nestled in a rural setting, just a short walk away from the hustle and bustle of Middleton-in-Teesdale.
Durham City
Dragon’s Orchard is perfect for families, friends, or professionals visiting the North East. Located near Dragonville retail park and less than 10 minutes’ drive to Durham City Centre, this welcoming property comfortably sleeps up to 5 guests.
Eggleston
Situated on the outskirts of Eggleston, near the market town of Middleton-in-Teesdale, is this charming annexe property, Folly Lodge.
Durham City
Kepier View is a stylish 3-bedroom home in Gilesgate, Durham — ideal for families or small groups visiting the North East. With local shops and eateries within walking distance, off-street parking and a short drive to Durham City Centre.
Middleton-in-Teesdale
Sitting on the outskirts of Middleton-in-Teesdale, Yorkshire, is this welcoming, detached holiday home of Bramblewood Cottage.
Mickleton
An outstanding, stone-built, semi-detached cottage set in Mickleton, close to Middleton-in-Teesdale. This delightful Mickleton cottage offers impressive, contemporary holiday accommodation, ideal for extended families and groups of friends looking…
Barnard Castle
Set over three floors, this beautifully-renovated apartment is a real delight and provides the perfect location for that much-deserved break.
Barnard Castle
An attractive, detached stone cottage set in a quiet, rural enclave within upper Teesdale, on the outskirts of the small village of Copley, 6 miles from Barnard Castle.
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