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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.

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  1. Exterior of Burns Cottage

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    Burns Cottage

    Greta Bridge

    Beautiful setting - uninterrupted countryside views, Burns Cottage: created from traditional farm buildings - offers well appointed, versatile accommodation for up to 12 adults and 8 children.. Primarily on a single level/ limited split level. Great…

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    Prices from £250.00 Per unit per night
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  2. Garth Cottage exterior of house

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    Garth 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.

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

    Price

    Prices from £490.00 Per unit per week
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  3. Double bedroom at Mill at Winnows Hill Farm

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    Mill

    Ruffside

    Located in the quiet village of Ruffside in County Durham, Mill is a cosy two bedroom cottage with plenty to boast about. The perfect getaway for couples, small groups of friends and families.

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    Prices from £80.00 Per unit per night
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  4. Dove Cottage is in a secluded courtyard

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    Dove Cottage

    Sherburn Village

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

    Dove 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.

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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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  5. Log burner, stone tiled floor and green leather sofa.

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    Grove Cottage

    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…

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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 £550.00 Per unit per week
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  6. The Barn at Low Friarside Farm

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    The Barn at Low Friarside Farm

    Rowlands Gill

    The Barn is a recently converted 16thC barn in 100 acres of fields and woodlands with River Derwent as its border. Ideal location for walking, cycling and fishing.

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    Prices from £100.00 Per unit per night
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  7. The Old Stables at Knitsley near Lanchester

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    1 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 1 is 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 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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    Prices from £90.00 Per unit per night
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  8. Lounge / Kitchen at Butterfly Cottage

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    Butterfly Cottage

    Edmondsley

    Look no further than the beautifully named Butterfly Cottage for an exceptional stay in County Durham.

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    Prices from £99.00 Per unit per night
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  9. Lounge and diner at Mayford Apartment

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    Mayford Apartment

    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.

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

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    Riding Farm Cottages: Beamish 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 £295.00 Per unit per week
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  11. Double bedroom at River View Cottage

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    River View Cottage

    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.

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    Prices from £90.00 Per unit per night
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  12. 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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  13. Riding Farm Cottages

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 70 reviews70 reviews

    Riding Farm Cottages: Granary 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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  14. External view of Old Stone Cottage

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    Old Stone Cottage

    Sherburn

    Old Stone Cottage lies in the heart of Sherburn Village, 3 miles from Durham city centre, and an ideal base to explore the North East of England.

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    Prices from £105.00 Per unit per night
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  15. 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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    Aynsley Mews

    Consett

    Aynsley Mews is a well presented holiday home located in the vibrant town of Consett in County Durham. Set in a quiet location, within walking distance to great amenities you are ideally placed to have a relaxing break within stunning countryside…

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    Prices from £85.00 Per unit per night
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    Hecklers Cottage

    Barnard Castle

    Hecklers Cottage is a stunning property located in the market town of Barnard Castle. Beautifully renovated, this traditional stone cottage has stylish interiors with character and flair in abundance. Perfect for dog friendly retreats, you’ll have…

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    Prices from £137.00 Per unit per night
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  18. External image of The Farmhouse at Seaham

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    The Farmhouse

    Seaham

    Nestled in the beautiful village of Easington in County Durham, The Farmhouse is a recently refurbished property with charm in abundance.

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    Prices from £95.00 Per unit per night
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  19. Living area

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    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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  20. View from a steaming hot tub with trees and a picnic table in the distance.

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    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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