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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…
Located within the grounds of the popular Beamish Museum, Potters Cottage is a beautiful place to…
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.
Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance,…
Step away from the visitor attractions and eateries on Market Place, and walk just a few metres to…
Ramside Farmhouse is situated in the middle of the glorious Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa Golf…
Stay in one of the north’s oldest castles! Quartermaster's is a bright and sunny south-facing…
Teesdale farm buildings converted to award-winning cottages. Beautiful estate with free river…
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…
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
Stay in this wonderful, warm, historic property and you cannot get closer to the soul of Bishop…
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…


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Wynyard
Spacious, secluded, serene, magical – a very warm welcome awaits you at Maplewood Cottage.
Bishop Auckland
The Clarence is a magnificent Edwardian property, sitting at the top of sloping grounds with views through the trees to Auckland Palace itself.

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

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.

Wynyard
Leave the bustle of everyday life and travel off the beaten track to our Gardeners Cottage.
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.


Barnard Castle
Whether you’re travelling as a small group of friends or with family, this is the perfect getaway for four.
Edmondsley
Look no further than the beautifully named Butterfly Cottage for an exceptional stay in County Durham.
Bishop Auckland
Welcome to Weardale Holiday Lodges, a family-run retreat, exclusively for adults, where tranquillity meets luxury in the heart of the countryside.
Crook
Jackdaw’s Perch is a two-bedroom Victorian terraced cottage with beautiful views across rural County Durham. It has been lovingly restored to provide comfortable self-catering holiday accommodation.

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.
Butterknowle
This stone built milking parlour has been converted into a luxury hot tub retreat for two.
Beamish
Discover The Fairways, enjoy the serene location, perfect for those seeking a countryside escape. Explore the local area with easy access to attractions like Beamish Museum and Durham City.
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.
Durham City
Surrounded by magnificent Durham countryside, moments from the historic heart of Durham City.
Cotherstone
Self CateringThree superbly furnished cottages on the outskirts of the village. In an ideal location, with views over the surrounding countryside.
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'


Westgate in Weardale
Luxury Detached Barn Conversion with Hot Tub & Stunning Views.


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.
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