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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. The lounge at No.8 at Witton Gilbert

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    No.8

    Witton Gilbert

    Nestled in the village of Witton Gilbert, a short distance from the centre of Durham, you’ll discover No.8.

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    Prices from £75.00 Per unit per night

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  2. Lounge / Dining at Derwent at Winnows Hill Farm

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    Derwent

    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.

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    Prices from £100.00 Per unit per night

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  3. The lounge at Wodencroft Cottage Cotherstone

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    Dairy Cottage

    Cotherstone

    Dairy Cottage has striking interiors with beautiful furnishings and premium furniture, all in a tranquil setting in the heart of Teesdale.

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    Prices from £175.00 Per unit per night

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  4. 2 The Old Stables at Knitsley near Lanchester

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    2 The Old Stables

    Lanchester

    5 Visit England Stars 5 Visit England Stars 5 Visit England Stars 5 Visit England Stars 5 Visit England Stars 5 Visit England Stars

    The Old Stables Cottage 2 is a beautifully furnished holiday cottage tucked away in the picturesque hamlet of Knitsley, on the outskirts of Co Durham.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Tourism Awards - Self Catering Holiday Provider of the Year Award - Bronze 2016North East England Tourism Awards - Self Catering Holiday Provider of the Year Award - Bronze
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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    Prices from £630.00 Per unit per week

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  5. The Snuggery Staindrop County Durham

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    The Snuggery

    Barnard Castle

    Gorgeous 17th-century cottage in the pretty village of Staindrop is the perfect base to explore the Durham Dales and beyond, or simply escape everyday life for a while.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous Dark Sky Friendly Durham 2022Dark Sky Friendly Durham
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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    Prices from £315.00 Per unit per week
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  6. Lounge / Dining at Apartment 7 North Quay Seaham

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    Apartment 7, North Quay

    Seaham

    Located on Seaham seafront, Apartment 7, North Quay has beautiful interiors and premium furnishings throughout.

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    Prices from £140.00 Per unit per night

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  7. Albert Street Apartment

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    Albert Street Apartment

    Durham City

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    Prices from £125.00 Per unit per night
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  8. View from The Arbeia Lodge Hot Tub

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    Vindomora Country Lodges

    Ebchester

    8 Real Wood 4 & 5 Star Lodges all with private, covered Hot Tubs, 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.…

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Tourism Awards - Self Catering Holiday Provider of the Year Award - Highly Comm. 2020North East England Tourism Awards - Self Catering Holiday Provider of the Year Award - Highly Comm.
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Dark Sky Friendly Durham 2022Dark Sky Friendly Durham
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Regional and Miscellaneous North East Tourism Awards - Self Catering Accommodation of the Year - Bronze 2023North East Tourism Awards - Self Catering Accommodation of the Year - Bronze

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    Prices from £575.00 to £665.00 Per unit per week

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  9. The lounge at Bamburgh 38

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    Bamburgh 38

    Spennymoor

    Sleeping upto six guests, Bamburgh 38 could be a relaxing getaway for families and friends.

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    Prices from £65.00 Per unit per night

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  10. Ramside Farmhouse

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    Ramside Farmhouse

    Durham

    Ramside Farmhouse is situated in the middle of the glorious Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa Golf Course with its own walled garden. The interior is fantastic, 5 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, lounge with real fire, country kitchen/pantry.

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    Prices from £450.00 Per unit per night
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  11. 3 The Old Stables at Knitsley near Lanchester

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    3 The Old Stables

    Lanchester

    5 Visit England Stars 5 Visit England Stars 5 Visit England Stars 5 Visit England Stars 5 Visit England Stars 5 Visit England Stars

    A beautifully furnished holiday cottage located within the picturesque hamlet of Knitsley, on the outskirts of Durham.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Tourism Awards - Self Catering Holiday Provider of the Year Award - Bronze 2016North East England Tourism Awards - Self Catering Holiday Provider of the Year Award - Bronze
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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    Prices from £630.00 Per unit per week

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  12. Lodge with wood fired hot tub

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 61 reviews61 reviews

    Shepherd's Huts at Cheesedale

    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'

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous Dark Sky Friendly Durham 2022Dark Sky Friendly Durham
    • Regional and Miscellaneous North East Tourism Awards - Camping, Glamping and Holiday Park of the Year - Gold 2023North East Tourism Awards - Camping, Glamping and Holiday Park of the Year - Gold

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    Prices from £100.00 Per unit per night
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  13. 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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  14. Stoneycroft exterior

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    Stoneycroft

    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…

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    Prices from £102.00 Per unit per night
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  15. Riverside Retreat - Durham

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    Riverside Retreat - Durham

    Durham City

    Luxury private 2 bedroomed riverside Durham letting in the historic centre of Durham City, with large private balcony, secure gated access, own courtyard entrance and onsite parking.

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Living in the Shires Magazine - Riverside Accommodation of the Year 2017 2018Living in the Shires Magazine - Riverside Accommodation of the Year 2017

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    Prices from £200.00 Per unit per night

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  16. The external of Nest - The Covey

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    The Covey at Rest at the Nest

    Wingate

    Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance, Red Hurworth is the perfect place to relax and enjoy time with friends and family.

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    Prices from £300.00 to £750.00 Per unit per night
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  17. East Briscoe Farm Cottages

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    East Briscoe Farm Cottages

    Baldersdale

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

    Teesdale farm buildings converted to award-winning cottages. Beautiful estate with free river fishing and marked walks. Superb views of dale and moor.

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    • Visit England Walkers Welcome 2015Walkers Welcome

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    Prices from £220.00 to £245.00 Per unit per week
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  18. The lounge at Moorlands self-catering

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    Moorlands

    Durham City

    Beautifully presented, Moorlands is a spacious and welcoming home from home with 3 double bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, on-drive parking, a pleasant rear garden and a study.

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    Prices from £140.00 Per unit per night
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  19. Outside of Kinley Tower

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    Kinley Tower

    Seaham

    Kinley Tower is a beautifully small renovated folly, it is stone built with original stone features.

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    Prices from £147.00 Per unit per night

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  20. Riding Farm Cottages

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 66 reviews66 reviews

    Riding Farm Cottages: Bowes Barn

    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 £295.00 Per unit per week

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