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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.
Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance,…
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
Discover the wonderful Drovers Rest located within the grounds of the charming Beamish Museum, not…
Stay in one of the north’s oldest castles! Quartermaster's is a bright and sunny south-facing…
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
This fresh, recently refurbished property sits on peaceful Silver Street, yards from the original…
This is everything you can expect with our new two-day or four-day Hot Tub Holiday Package. For…
Stay in this wonderful, warm, historic property and you cannot get closer to the soul of Bishop…
Spacious, secluded, serene, magical – a very warm welcome awaits you at Maplewood Cottage.
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by…
This charming, newly-renovated townhouse offers boutique-style luxury in the heart of the…
Located within the grounds of the popular Beamish Museum, Potters Cottage is a beautiful place to…
Situated just off the beautiful Wynyard driveway, you’ll find Woodlands Cottage.
Step away from the visitor attractions and eateries on Market Place, and walk just a few metres to…
For guests looking to stay at Headlam with a bit more independence the new Hideaway apartment is…
Leave the bustle of everyday life and travel off the beaten track to our Gardeners Cottage.
Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance,…
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Durham City
Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by beautiful Durham countryside and offer a choice of one and two bedroomed apartments and three bedroomed cottages.
Wolsingham
Backstone Bank is a splendid 5 bedroom farmhouse set high up on a hill in an area of outstanding beauty in the heart of Weardale close to Wolsingham.
Westgate-in-Weardale
A beautiful, modern bungalow located in the remote village of Westgate, you’ll be ideally located to enjoy stunning views of fields, and you are just moments away from local scenic walks.
Barnard Castle
Located in the pretty market town of Barnard Castle, Cinnamon Cottage is a luxury getaway in County Durham.
Stanley
This is everything you can expect with our new two-day or four-day Hot Tub Holiday Package. For full self-catering luxury spaces with bubbling hot tubs, look no further than South Causey Inn's two-story Hot Tub Houses. These unique spaces are the…
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…
West Rainton
Spring Cottage is a beautifully designed two-bedroom holiday home boasting stunning interiors and everything you could need for a self-catering break.
Bishop Auckland
This fresh, recently refurbished property sits on peaceful Silver Street, yards from the original walls of Auckland Palace.
Sedgefield
Todd's House is a small grass and cereal farm pleasantly situated on a country lane within easy reach of village amenities.
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.
Durham City
This exceptional former rectory has been renovated to a 5* standard, allowing its character to flow through the property perfectly.
Wynyard
Leave the bustle of everyday life and travel off the beaten track to our Gardeners Cottage.
Lanchester
A warm and welcoming cottage, Number Nine is part of the original Hurbuck Cottages: a charming terrace that offer incredible views over the valley and the countryside surrounding the village of Lanchester in County Durham.
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…
Beamish
Located within the grounds of the popular Beamish Museum, Potters Cottage is a beautiful place to stay with plenty of character!
Seaham
If you’re looking for a getaway in the heart of County Durham, look no further than The Byre.
Seaham
Located on Seaham seafront on the beautiful North East coast, you can expect stunning sea views from this stunning holiday apartment, and there is plenty to do right on your doorstep.
Seaham
Nestled in the beautiful village of Easington in County Durham, The Farmhouse is a recently refurbished property with charm in abundance.
Frosterley
Belle View cottage is set on the moors at Bollihope, 2 miles above Frosterley in the North Pennines National Landscape.
Chester-le-Street
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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