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Self Catering & Holiday Cottages

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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  1. Beech Lodgepod

    Add Derecroft Glamping to your Itinerary

    Derecroft Glamping

    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…

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    Prices from £174.00 Per unit per night
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  2. Double bedroom at Katie's Cottage & The Bungalow

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    The Bungalow

    Chester-le-Street

    4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars Self Catering

    Luxury 4 star Gold self catering cottage accommodation, 2 ensuite bedrooms, sleeping 4, 5 mins Beamish Museum, Durham County Cricket at Chester Le Street; 20 mins Durham City, Newcastle, Sunderland, Gateshead, Washington with Northumberland further…

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    Prices from £470.00 Per unit per week
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  3. Lounge, dining and kitchenette at Mayford Studio

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    Mayford Studio

    Durham City

    Mayford Studio is a cosy one-bedroom studio apartment nestled close to the centre of Durham, renowned for its historic architecture.

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    Prices from £95.00 Per unit per night
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  4. The Friar's Nook bedroom at The Funky Monk

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    The Funky Monk

    Durham City

    An eclectic, luxurious range of specially designed serviced apartments within walking distance of Durham City.

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    Prices from £250.00 to £450.00 Per unit per night
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  5. Little Glencrest

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    Little Glencrest

    Butterknowle

    This stone built milking parlour has been converted into a luxury hot tub retreat for two.

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    Prices from £540.00 Per unit per week
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  6. Huckleberry Cottage at Black Horse Beamish

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    Huckleberry Cottage

    Beamish

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

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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    Prices from £85.00 Per unit per night
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  7. The lounge at Baliol Street

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    Baliol Street

    Barnard Castle

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

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    Prices from £100.00 Per unit per night
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  8. Riding Farm Cottages

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 70 reviews70 reviews

    Riding Farm Cottages: Riding Cottage

    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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    Prices from £395.00 Per unit per week
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  9. Exterior of the caravan

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    High Shipley Caravan

    Hamsterley

    Spend a relaxing holiday in spacious accommodation on a working farm, in beautiful countryside, 3 miles from Hamsterley Forest. Central for Durham City, Weardale and Teesdale.

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    Prices from £495.00 Per unit per week
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  10. Hawthorne Cottage self-catering at Cotherstone

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    Hawthorne Cottage

    Cotherstone

    Hawthorne cottage is centrally situated in the traditional village of Cotherstone in beautiful Teesdale, and within easy reach of both the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

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    Prices from £400.00 Per unit per week
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  11. The lounge at Wood Street Cottage

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    Wood Street Cottage

    Barnard Castle

    Located in the popular market town of Barnard Castle, Wood Street Cottage is a welcoming and homely place to stay.

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    Prices from £90.00 Per unit per night
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  12. Living area

    Add Castle View to your Itinerary

    Castle View

    Durham City

    f you are visiting Durham and the North East, Castle View is a first class property in an unbeatable location. Whether you’re travelling as a group of friends or with family, this is the perfect getaway for up to six guests. You’ll have access to…

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    Prices from £135.00 Per unit per night
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  13. Bowburn Hall Woodland Lodges

    Bowburn Hall Woodland Lodges

    Bowburn

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    Prices from £99.00 Per room (room only)
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  14. Durham Dales Cottages

    Add Brockwell - Durham Dales Cottages to your Itinerary

    Brockwell - Durham Dales Cottages

    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.

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    Prices from £75.00 Per unit per night
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  15. Exterior of The Barn

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    The Barn

    Holwick

    4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars Self Catering

    Newly converted barn with well-equipped kitchen/diner. Large lounge, 3 double bedrooms with twin beds. Bathroom plus shower room. Ample parking, private rear garden.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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    Prices from £280.00 Per unit per week
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  16. Front of barn with hot tub

    Add The Barn to your Itinerary

    The Barn

    Westgate in Weardale

    Luxury Detached Barn Conversion with Hot Tub & Stunning Views.

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    • Visit England Visitor Ready 2025Visitor Ready
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member

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    Prices from £185.00 Per unit per night
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  17. The Stables at Todd's House Farm Sedgefield

    Add The Stables at Todd's House Farm to your Itinerary

    The Stables at Todd's House Farm

    Sedgefield

    Todd's House is a small grass and cereal farm pleasantly situated on a country lane within easy reach of village amenities.

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    Prices from £95.00 Per unit per night
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  18. View from a steaming hot tub with trees and a picnic table in the distance.

    Add Weardale Holiday Lodges to your Itinerary

    Weardale Holiday Lodges

    Bishop Auckland

    Welcome to Weardale Holiday Lodges, a family-run retreat, exclusively for adults, where tranquillity meets luxury in the heart of the countryside.

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    Prices from £225.00 Per unit per night
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  19. Lounge at Cummins & Goings Cottage

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    Cummins & Goings Cottage

    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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    Prices from £90.00 Per unit per night
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  20. The lounge at 82F Galgate

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    82F Galgate

    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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    Prices from £85.00 Per unit per night
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