Durham Holiday Cottages

This accolade-laden city has been called everything from a 'perfect little city' to the 'Best city in the UK'. With a packed year-round calendar of events, this is an ideal destination whether you are after a weekend break or a longer stay. With many self-guided trails, including Mystery Treasure Trail and Art Trail, there is something to keep all ages entertained. The city is packed full of history and culture, from Durham Cathedral, part of the city's UNESCO World Heritage Site to castles and historic houses. It is also home to England's largest open-air museum, adrenaline-packed activities and fantastic places to either walk or bike. Explore all that this area has to offer from the comfort of one of our Durham holiday cottages.

Durham countryside

Popular Durham Holiday Cottages

The Old Stables, Knitsley, nr. Lanchester

Knitsley, near Lanchester, County Durham

The Old Stables - Number 1

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£615
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Exterior | Betsdale, Frosterley

Frosterley, County Durham

Betsdale

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£493
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Lovely large barn conversion | The Gingang - West Bridge End, Frosterley, near Bishop Auckland

Frosterley, near Bishop Auckland, County Durham

West Bridge End - The Gingang

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 10 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,055
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Exterior | Little Glencrest, Copley, Bishop Auckland

Copley, Bishop Auckland, County Durham

Little Glencrest

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£443
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Hot tub | Poppy Lodge - Tavern Cottages, Newsham, near Richmond

Newsham, near Richmond, North Yorkshire

Tavern Cottages - Poppy Lodge

Hot Tub
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£503
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Exterior | Millstream - Alston Art Apartments , Alston

Alston, Cumbria

Millstream

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£600
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The Old Stables, Knitsley, nr. Lanchester

Knitsley, near Lanchester, County Durham

The Old Stables - Number 2

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£565
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Open plan living space | Lilydale Retreat, Lanchester, near Durham

Lanchester, near Durham, County Durham

Lilydale Retreat

Wifi
  • 6 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£407
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Relaxing lounge with wood burner and 42” Freeview TV | Ashlea, Barnard Castle

Barnard Castle, County Durham

Ashlea

Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
Detached
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£397
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Exterior | Cherry Tree Cottage, East Blackdene, near Stanhope

East Blackdene, near Stanhope, County Durham

Cherry Tree Cottage

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£609
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Exterior | Etherley Dene Farmhouse, Bishop Auckland

Bishop Auckland, County Durham

Etherley Dene Farmhouse

Hot Tub
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 19 Guests
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,646
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Dog Friendly Durham Holiday Cottages

The Old Stables, Knitsley, nr. Lanchester

Knitsley, near Lanchester, County Durham

The Old Stables - Number 1

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£615
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Exterior | Betsdale, Frosterley

Frosterley, County Durham

Betsdale

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£493
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Lovely large barn conversion | The Gingang - West Bridge End, Frosterley, near Bishop Auckland

Frosterley, near Bishop Auckland, County Durham

West Bridge End - The Gingang

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 10 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,055
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Exterior | Little Glencrest, Copley, Bishop Auckland

Copley, Bishop Auckland, County Durham

Little Glencrest

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£443
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The Old Stables, Knitsley, nr. Lanchester

Knitsley, near Lanchester, County Durham

The Old Stables - Number 2

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£565
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Exterior | The School House, Middleton-in-Teesdale

Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham

The School House

Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
Pub within 1 mile
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

3.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£253
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Open plan living space | Lilydale Retreat, Lanchester, near Durham

Lanchester, near Durham, County Durham

Lilydale Retreat

Wifi
  • 6 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£407
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Exterior | Cherry Tree Cottage, East Blackdene, near Stanhope

East Blackdene, near Stanhope, County Durham

Cherry Tree Cottage

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£609
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Living area | Coria Lodge - Vindomora Lodges, Ebchester, near Consett

Ebchester, near Consett, Northumberland

Coria Lodge

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 6 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

7 nights

From

£749
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Hot tub | Mill Race House, Alston

Alston, Cumbria

Mill Race House

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 12 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,116
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Open plan living space | Wynmine Cottage, Quebec

Quebec, County Durham

Wynmine Cottage

Luxury
Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

7 nights

From

£523
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Luxury Durham Holiday Cottages

Exterior | Little Glencrest, Copley, Bishop Auckland

Copley, Bishop Auckland, County Durham

Little Glencrest

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£443
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Living area | Coria Lodge - Vindomora Lodges, Ebchester, near Consett

Ebchester, near Consett, Northumberland

Coria Lodge

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 6 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

7 nights

From

£749
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Hot tub | Mill Race House, Alston

Alston, Cumbria

Mill Race House

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 12 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,116
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Open plan living space | Wynmine Cottage, Quebec

Quebec, County Durham

Wynmine Cottage

Luxury
Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

7 nights

From

£523
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Exterior | Red Kite Cottage - Rowley Stone Cottages, Consett

Rowley, near Consett, County Durham

Red Kite Cottage

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

7 nights

From

£1,676
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Open plan living space | Wynbec Cottage, Quebec, Near Durham

Quebec, Near Durham, County Durham

Wynbec Cottage

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 7 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£655
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Luxurious open plan living space | The Cart Shed, Witton Gilbert, near Durham

Witton Gilbert, near Durham, County Durham

The Cart Shed

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£819
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Living area | Bute Cottage, Redcar

Redcar, North Yorkshire

Bute Cottage

Coastal
Hot Tub
Luxury
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£749
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Exterior | Turnip Cottage, Dalton, near Richmond

Dalton, near Richmond, North Yorkshire

Turnip Cottage

Luxury
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£649
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Inspiration of things to see and do in our holiday cottages in Durham

This historic city in the northeast of England is renowned for its stunning architecture, rich history, and vibrant culture.

Here are the top five things to see and do in our holiday cottages in Durham:

Durham Cathedral

Visit Durham Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the finest examples of Norman architecture in the world. Marvel at the breathtaking Gothic interiors, the famous Rose Window, and the impressive rib vaulted ceilings.

Durham Castle

Explore Durham Castle, located adjacent to the cathedral and also designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The castle's Norman architecture and beautiful views of the city from its courtyard make it a must-visit attraction.

Durham University Botanic Garden

Take a leisurely stroll through Durham University Botanic Garden, a peaceful oasis offering a diverse collection of plants from around the world. Enjoy the tranquillity of the gardens and various themed plantings.

Crook Hall and Gardens

Step back in time at Crook Hall, a 13th-century medieval hall surrounded by beautiful gardens. Explore the historic rooms, admire the Tudor-style interior, and wander through the delightful gardens featuring various floral displays.

Durham Riverside Walk

Enjoy a scenic walk along the River Wear through the Durham Riverside Walk. This picturesque path takes you past the cathedral and castle, offering stunning views of the city's landmarks and natural beauty.

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