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The Clarence from the back garden.

The Clarence

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

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An open plan space with light flooring, dark blue sofa, small wooden table and 2 chairs.

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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Double bedroom at Vindolanda Lodge

The Vindolanda Lodge - 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 Chesters Lodge - 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 Oswin Lodge - 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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Coastal Lodges at Seaham Hall and Serenity Spa

Luxury coastal suites with hot tubs.

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Woodlands Cottage

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

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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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Sheriff's Tower Cottage - West

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

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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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The Housesteads Lodge - 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 Coria Lodge - 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 St Ebba Lodge - 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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Drovers Rest at Beamish Museum

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

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The Hadrian Lodge - 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 Avenue Corner

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

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The Arbeia Lodge - 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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Waterside Lodges at Rest at the Nest

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

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  • 1The Clarence
  • 2The Hideaway at Headlam
  • 3The Vindolanda Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges
  • 4The Chesters Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges
  • 5The Oswin Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges
  • 6Coastal Lodges at Seaham Hall and Serenity Spa
  • 7Woodlands Cottage
  • 8Plawsworth Hall (2 bed Apartments)
  • 9Sheriff's Tower Cottage - West
  • 10No 1 Old Hall Cottage
  • 11The Housesteads Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges
  • 12The Coria Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges
  • 13The St Ebba Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges
  • 14Drovers Rest at Beamish Museum
  • 15The Hadrian Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges
  • 16The Avenue Corner
  • 17The Arbeia Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges
  • 18Waterside Lodges at Rest at the Nest
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  1. Gardener's Cottage at Wynyard Hall

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    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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  2. A kitchen

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    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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  3. Living room at Maplewood Lodge Wynyard Hall

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    Maplewood Lodge

    Wynyard

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

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    Prices from £250.00 Per unit per night
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  4. 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

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    • Visit England Cyclists Welcome 2023Cyclists Welcome
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    • Visit England Families Welcome 2023Families Welcome
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    • 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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  5. 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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  6. Front of the building

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    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…

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    • 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
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  7. Double bedroom at Sheriff's Tower Cottage West

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    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

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    Prices from £200.00 Per unit per night
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  8. 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

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    Waterside Lodges 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 £284.00 Per unit per night
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  9. Double bedroom at Housesteads Lodge

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    The Housesteads Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

    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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    Prices from £575.00 Per unit per week
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  10. External view of Coria Lodge

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    The Coria Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

    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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    Prices from £575.00 Per unit per week
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  11. Double bedroom at Vindolanda Lodge

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    The Vindolanda Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

    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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    Prices from £575.00 Per unit per week
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  12. Single bed at St Ebba Lodge

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    The St Ebba Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

    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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    Prices from £575.00 Per unit per week
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  13. External view of Chesters Lodge

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    The Chesters Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

    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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    Prices from £575.00 Per unit per week
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  14. Ramside Farmhouse

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    Ramside Farmhouse

    Durham

    Ramside Farmhouse is situated in the middle of the glorious Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa Golf Course with its own walled garden. The interior is fantastic, 5 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, lounge with real fire, country kitchen/pantry.

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    Prices from £450.00 Per unit per night
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  15. External view of Oswin Lodge

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    The Oswin Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

    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.

    Price

    Prices from £665.00 Per unit per week
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  16. Double Bed at Arbeia Lodge

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    The Arbeia Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

    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.

    Price

    Prices from £450.00 Per unit per week
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  17. Living area and kitchen

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    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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  18. 3 bed Cottages

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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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  19. 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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  20. Living room at Dukeswood Cottage Wynyard Hall

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    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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