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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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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…
Bishop Auckland
Stay in this wonderful, warm, historic property and you cannot get closer to the soul of Bishop Auckland
Shildon
Step back in time with a stay in our "Heartbeat Holiday" themed 1960's cottage.
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.
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…
Holwick
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.
Bowes
Mellwaters Barn Cottages have been sympathetically converted from an old stone barn into 4 very spacious, airy and warm cottages which are within easy reach of the Bowes Museum, Beamish, Durham and the Lake District.
Durham City
Harrys House is a cosy home offering self catering breaks, quirky decor and hot tub. Situated 3 miles from Durham city centre. 'Home from home'.
Cowshill
Alice 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.
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.
Wynyard
Leave the bustle of everyday life and travel off the beaten track to our Gardeners Cottage.
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.
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'
Bowes
Mellwaters Barn Cottages have been sympathetically converted from an old stone barn into 4 very spacious, airy and warm cottages which are within easy reach of the Bowes Museum, Beamish, Durham and the Lake District.
Bowburn
Durham City
The Avenue Corner, a newly renovated modern apartment in a charming listed building and is great for both holiday and business travellers.
Byers Green
No 1 Old Hall Cottage (ref 30417) is a delightful semi-detached stone holiday cottage converted from Grade II listed building in the grounds of the Old Hall with a private Hot Tub. Sleeps 4
Shiny Row, Houghton-le-Spring
Since opening in 2016 The Briar Rose has consistently received excellent reviews and commendations from satisfied guests. We strive to offer a clean, quiet quality accommodation at a very reasonable price. The cottage is very well equipped, with…
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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