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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.
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
This newly renovated self catering apartment is great for both holiday and business travellers.
Spacious, secluded, serene, magical – a very warm welcome awaits you at Maplewood Cottage.
Teesdale farm buildings converted to award-winning cottages. Beautiful estate with free river…
The luxury apartments offer an unrivalled location on the banks of the River Wear with just a few…
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
No 1 Old Hall Cottage (ref 30417) is a delightful semi-detached stone holiday cottage converted…
Discover the wonderful Drovers Rest located within the grounds of the charming Beamish Museum, not…
Stay in this wonderful, warm, historic property and you cannot get closer to the soul of Bishop…
Stay in one of the north’s oldest castles! Quartermaster's is a bright and sunny south-facing…
This charming, newly-renovated townhouse offers boutique-style luxury in the heart of the…
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…
Leave the bustle of everyday life and travel off the beaten track to our Gardeners Cottage.
Located within the grounds of the popular Beamish Museum, Potters Cottage is a beautiful place to…
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…


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Durham City
This newly renovated self catering apartment is great for both holiday and business travellers.
Durham City
The Avenue Corner, a newly renovated modern apartment in a charming listed building and is great for both holiday and business travellers.
Greta Bridge
Beautiful setting - uninterrupted countryside views, Burns Cottage: created from traditional farm buildings - offers well appointed, versatile accommodation for up to 12 adults and 8 children.. Primarily on a single level/ limited split level. Great…
Barnard Castle
Whether you’re travelling as a small group of friends or with family, this is the perfect getaway for four.
Ruffside
Located in the peaceful countryside village of Ruffside in County Durham, Derwent is a beautifully decorated dog friendly holiday home with plenty of style.
Durham City
Only 2.5 miles from Durham University and the Bill Bryson Library and five miles from the Hospital, Retail Park and Durham Railway and Bus Stations.
Hamsterley, Bishop Auckland
Two cottages around a quiet courtyard in the middle open countryside. Comfortably furnished each cottage sleeps 4 people. Four miles from Kynren. ten miles West of Durham City, thirty miles to the beaches. The Roman Wall is an easy drive 44 miles…

Sherburn Village
Self CateringDove Cottage is situated in the courtyard of Weardale House. It has access to a large garden overlooking countryside. Good situation for exploring Durham and the surrounding area.

Durham City
An eclectic, luxurious range of specially designed serviced apartments within walking distance of Durham City.
Bishop Auckland
A superb, spacious family and dog friendly cottage boasting a picturesque and serene location in a peaceful setting with beautiful views but in easy reach of Durham City and for exploring all the region has to offer.

Wolsingham
Corner Cottage is a charming one bedroom cottage sleeping two guests ideal for couples looking for a peaceful, relaxing break in County Durham and further afield.



Durham City
Mayford Apartment is a modern two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment situated within a Grade II listed property nestled in the heart of Durham.
Consett
Haystax accessible luxury lodges are located in the peaceful surroundings of farms and woodland on the outskirts of Consett, providing a calm, tranquil space to enjoy the countryside with beautiful views in all directions.

Butterknowle
A touch of nostalgia with our cute French vintage caravan, meet Eleanor!
New to our glamping offer for August 2024!
This cute little 1975 vintage French caravan may be petite but inside its features include a fridge, cooking hob, a dining…
Rookhope
Located just outside the sleepy village of Rookhope, Red Brick Barn is a postcard perfect holiday home with plenty of charm.
Durham City
Throughout the past 310 years, nestled under the watchful gaze of Durham Cathedral, many esteemed guests (including Her Majesty The Queen) have enjoyed the timeless elegance of 52 Old Elvet.
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.
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.

Barnard Castle
Located in the pretty market town of Barnard Castle, Cinnamon Cottage is a luxury getaway in County Durham.
Durham City
Self CateringSands House is a 2 bedroom property situated near the river in a quiet area of the city within easy walking distance of Durham city centre. Large garden to the rear with parking. There is a large lounge, kitchen and conservatory.

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