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


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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…

Durham City
A relaxing retreat with all the modern comforts of life, but to take time out in the garden and relax in the barrel sauna or hot tub while you bathe under the apple trees





Durham
Stay in one of the north’s oldest castles! Quartermaster's is a bright and sunny south-facing ground floor flat, recently modernised, that sits between the castle’s medieval Constable Tower and 19th century Russell Tower.


Barnard Castle
Heather Brae is a spacious exclusive-use country house in Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham, sleeping up to 24 guests comfortably across 10 bedrooms, with additional accommodation available upon request.

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.

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…

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




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.
Seaham
Luxury coastal suites with hot tubs.




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

Bishop Auckland
Stay in this welcoming residence and you will find yourself surrounded by Bishop Auckland’s heritage, Sarah Churchill paintings and just yards from Auckland Palace.
Durham City
This newly renovated self catering apartment 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.
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