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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.
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Westgate-in-Weardale
A warm and cosy cottage, in the heart of the village a perfect base for experiencing the beauty of the surrounding countryside.


Durham City
Louvaine House is a stylish and modern four-bedroom home located in the picturesque village of Witton Gilbert.
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.



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
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.

Barnard Castle
Located in the popular market town of Barnard Castle, Wood Street Cottage is a welcoming and homely place to stay.
Durham City
At Valley View Cottages, you can immerse yourself in a simpler way of life, enjoy peace and tranquillity, big starry night skies and reconnect to the abundant wildlife, nature, and trees that surround us.
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'


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…

Barnard Castle
Welcome to Baliol Street, a cosy 19th century holiday cottage nestled in the idyllic town of Barnard Castle.
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.

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.

Knitsley, Consett
Stoneycroft Cottage at Woodlands Park Farm sleeps up to 6 guests and is pet free.
Stoneycroft is a beautiful stone built cottage situated on a working farm on the outskirts of Consett. The accommodation is wheelchair friendly with a comfortable…
Butterknowle
This stone built milking parlour has been converted into a luxury hot tub retreat for two.
Barnard Castle
Whether you’re travelling with friends or family, River View Cottage will be a tranquil home from home as soon as you step through the door.
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
An idyllic 19thC cottage overlooking the River Tees with log fires and riverside garden. Private fishing and tennis court. Welcome hamper and frozen meal service.

Beamish
Welcome to Huckleberry Cottage, a charming countryside retreat nestled in the peaceful Beamish conservation valley.

Barnard Castle
Whether you’re travelling as a small group of friends or with family, this is the perfect getaway for four.
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