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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.
Stay in one of the north’s oldest castles! Quartermaster's is a bright and sunny south-facing…
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
Step away from the visitor attractions and eateries on Market Place, and walk just a few metres to…
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…
Hall Farm Cottage (ref 30419) is a detached 500-year-old barn conversion for 2, with private Hot…
Located within the grounds of the popular Beamish Museum, Potters Cottage is a beautiful place to…
Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance,…
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
Spacious, secluded, serene, magical – a very warm welcome awaits you at Maplewood Cottage.
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…
Ramside Farmhouse is situated in the middle of the glorious Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa Golf…
Stay in this wonderful, warm, historic property and you cannot get closer to the soul of Bishop…
Heather Brae is a spacious exclusive-use country house in Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham,…
The luxury apartments offer an unrivalled location on the banks of the River Wear with just a few…


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Wynyard
Spacious, secluded, serene, magical – a very warm welcome awaits you at Maplewood Cottage.
Durham City
The Avenue Corner, a newly renovated modern apartment in a charming listed building and is great for both holiday and business travellers.
Byers Green
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





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…

Durham City
This newly renovated self catering apartment is great for both holiday and business travellers.
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.


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

Butterknowle
This stone built milking parlour has been converted into a luxury hot tub retreat for two.
Rowlands Gill
The Barn is a recently converted 16thC barn in 100 acres of fields and woodlands with River Derwent as its border. Ideal location for walking, cycling and fishing.
Durham City
AwardFirst floor luxury apartment within 11th Century farmhouse. Stunning location with river views beside ruins of the priory. Comfortably sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms with bespoke hand-made kitchen and original panelled living room. Wifi and linen included.


Lanchester
AwardA warm and welcoming cottage, Number Nine is part of the original Hurbuck Cottages: a charming terrace that offer incredible views over the valley and the countryside surrounding the village of Lanchester in County Durham.

Butterknowle
Off grid lodges with wood fired hot tubs, stunning views and dark skies. Perfect for a couples retreat. As seen on BBC 'Robsons' Weekend Escapes'


Barnard Castle
Welcome to Baliol Street, a cosy 19th century holiday cottage nestled in the idyllic town of Barnard Castle.
Lanchester
A beautifully furnished holiday cottage located within the picturesque hamlet of Knitsley, on the outskirts of Durham.


Bishop Auckland
Meadow Cottage is a picturesque and spacious family friendly barn conversion situated in superb surroundings, providing peace and quiet while still being ideally situated for Durham City and exploring the region.

Sedgefield
Todd's House is a small grass and cereal farm pleasantly situated on a country lane within easy reach of village amenities.
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.
Beamish
Welcome to Huckleberry Cottage, a charming countryside retreat nestled in the peaceful Beamish conservation valley.

Chester-le-Street
Self CateringLuxury 4 star Gold self catering cottage accommodation, 2 ensuite bedrooms, sleeping 4, 5 mins Beamish Museum, Durham County Cricket at Chester Le Street; 20 mins Durham City, Newcastle, Sunderland, Gateshead, Washington with Northumberland further…
Durham City
Garden Cottage is located in Gilesgate in the city of Durham in the North East, just a short walk from the city centre.
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