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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 this wonderful, warm, historic property and you cannot get closer to the soul of Bishop…
Charming Cottage Retreat in the Heart of the Countryside This beautifully presented cottage…
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
Teesdale farm buildings converted to award-winning cottages. Beautiful estate with free river…
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.
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…
Step away from the visitor attractions and eateries on Market Place, and walk just a few metres to…
This charming, newly-renovated townhouse offers boutique-style luxury in the heart of the…
Stay in one of the north’s oldest castles! Quartermaster's is a bright and sunny south-facing…
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…
Leave the bustle of everyday life and travel off the beaten track to our Gardeners Cottage.
The Covey is Rest at the Nest’s spacious five-bedroom countryside property, sleeping up to 12…
Ramside Farmhouse is situated in the middle of the glorious Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa Golf…


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St Johns Chapel
Charming Cottage Retreat in the Heart of the Countryside This beautifully presented cottage offers a true home-from-home experience, combining modern comforts with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Perfect for families, couples, or small groups,…
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…




Beamish
Discover the wonderful Drovers Rest located within the grounds of the charming Beamish Museum, not far from the historic city of Durham.
Wingate
The Covey is Rest at the Nest’s spacious five-bedroom countryside property, sleeping up to 12 guests and ideal for families, groups of friends and special getaways. Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife…
Baldersdale
Self CateringTeesdale farm buildings converted to award-winning cottages. Beautiful estate with free river fishing and marked walks. Superb views of dale and moor.

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
Mayford Studio is a cosy one-bedroom studio apartment nestled close to the centre of Durham, renowned for its historic architecture.
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.
Lanchester
Nestled in the hillside, our idyllic luxury lodgepods offer a treasured escape from it all.
Relax and unwind in the fully equipped private outdoor area complete with pizza oven, pergola covered private jacuzzi hot tub, wood fired stove, BBQ and…
Seaham
Milbanke House is a newly renovated two-bedroom property located in the popular North East seaside resort of Seaham.
Barnard Castle
Located in the popular market town of Barnard Castle, Wood Street Cottage is a welcoming and homely place to stay.
Edmondsley
Look no further than the beautifully named Butterfly Cottage for an exceptional stay in County Durham.
Barnard Castle
Hecklers Cottage is a stunning property located in the market town of Barnard Castle. Beautifully renovated, this traditional stone cottage has stylish interiors with character and flair in abundance. Perfect for dog friendly retreats, you’ll have…
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.
Bishop Auckland
Gardenside Lodge is quietly nestled away in our beautiful garden in Low Etherley, a small tranquil village ideally situated for exploring 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.
Barnard Castle
Located in the popular market town of Barnard Castle, 82G Galgate is the ideal place to stay for a getaway in County Durham.
Lanchester
A beautifully furnished holiday cottage located within the picturesque hamlet of Knitsley, on the outskirts of Durham.


Alston
A warm and cosy cottage on the edge of the small town of Alston in Cumbria which is high up in the North Pennines countryside. A perfect base for experiencing the beauty of the surrounding countryside, from every direction Alston is approached over…


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