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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…
The luxury apartments offer an unrivalled location on the banks of the River Wear with just a few…
Heather Brae is a spacious exclusive-use country house in Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham,…
Leave the bustle of everyday life and travel off the beaten track to our Gardeners Cottage.
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
Stay in one of the north’s oldest castles! Quartermaster's is a bright and sunny south-facing…
Charming Cottage Retreat in the Heart of the Countryside This beautifully presented cottage…
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…
The Covey is Rest at the Nest’s spacious five-bedroom countryside property, sleeping up to 12…
This charming, newly-renovated townhouse offers boutique-style luxury in the heart of the…
Teesdale farm buildings converted to award-winning cottages. Beautiful estate with free river…
Stay in this wonderful, warm, historic property and you cannot get closer to the soul of Bishop…
Located within the grounds of the popular Beamish Museum, Potters Cottage is a beautiful place to…
This newly renovated self catering apartment is great for both holiday and business travellers.
Hall Farm Cottage (ref 30419) is a detached 500-year-old barn conversion for 2, with private Hot…
Spacious, secluded, serene, magical – a very warm welcome awaits you at Maplewood Cottage.


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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.
Cowshill
Self CateringAlice and Nelly's Cottages near to Cowshill offer a relaxed country style combined with modern luxuries, and well-equipped to a very high standard. VE 5 Star and Mobility 2 rating.
Lanchester
The Old Stables Cottage 1 is a beautifully furnished holiday cottage located within the picturesque hamlet of Knitsley, on the outskirts of Durham.



Durham City
Whinney Hill is ideal for a group of six looking to explore the historic city of Durham and County Durham as a whole.
Barnard Castle
Located in the popular market town of Barnard Castle, Wood Street Cottage is a welcoming and homely place to stay.
Bowburn
Butterknowle
This stone built milking parlour has been converted into a luxury hot tub retreat for two.
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…


Rowlands Gill
The Piggery at Low Friarside Farm is a 5 star self catering holiday cottage for 6 people set in 100 acres of fields and woodlands, giving you the opportunity to escape and explore the spectacular countryside and the many other attractions in North…
Westgate in Weardale
Luxury Detached Barn Conversion with Hot Tub & Stunning Views.


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.

Bishop Auckland
Welcome to Weardale Holiday Lodges, a family-run retreat, exclusively for adults, where tranquillity meets luxury in the heart of the countryside.
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.
Darlington
A luxury romantic retreat for two. This five star, dog friendly, self catering cottage is full of character with its exposed beams, log burner and wooden floors. The mezzanine bedroom with super-king bed has fantastic views over the surrounding…

Bishop Auckland
Nestled in the delightful Durham Dales, our gorgeous shepherd's hut provides everything you could want for a very cosy stay.

Ruffside
Located in the peaceful surroundings of Winnows Hill Farm in the village of Ruffside, in County Durham, Cote is a characterful two-story cottage with plenty of charm.
Rookhope
Located just outside the sleepy village of Rookhope, Red Brick Barn is a postcard perfect holiday home with plenty of charm.
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.
Holwick
Self CateringNewly converted barn with well-equipped kitchen/diner. Large lounge, 3 double bedrooms with twin beds. Bathroom plus shower room. Ample parking, private rear garden.

Barnard Castle
Located in the popular market town of Barnard Castle, 82F Galgate is a welcoming and homely place to stay.
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