Bishop Auckland Cottages

This historic market town in County Durham is steeped in history, with a rich heritage that dates back to Roman times. Explore the town's impressive castle and stunning gardens, which are home to the world-renowned Kynren show, a spectacular outdoor production that brings history to life. Home to a range of independent shops, cafes, and restaurants, providing visitors with a taste of local culture and cuisine. With its fascinating history, stunning scenery, and friendly atmosphere, Bishop Auckland is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring this part of England. Search our Bishop Auckland cottages today.

Bishop Auckland countryside

Popular Holiday Cottages in Bishop Auckland

Open-aspect design | Freville Cottage, Shildon, near Bishop Auckland

Shildon, near Bishop Auckland, County Durham

Freville Cottage

Pets stay free
Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£379
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Relaxing living room with cosy wood burner | Peartree Cottage, Shildon, near Bishop Auckland
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Shildon, near Bishop Auckland, County Durham

Peartree Cottage

Enclosed Garden / Patio
Pub within 1 mile
Woodburning Stove
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£419
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Large, detached property  | Applegarth House, Howlish, near Bishop Auckland
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Howlish, near Bishop Auckland, County Durham

Applegarth House

Pets stay free
Hot Tub
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 11 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,742
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Tastefully furnished living/dining room | The Stables, Bolam, near Darlington
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Bolam, near Darlington, County Durham

The Stables

Pets stay free
Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 3 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£563
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Exterior | The Granary, Bishop Auckland
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Bishop Auckland, County Durham

The Granary

Pets stay free
Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£621
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Sitting-out-area | Checker Leazes Farm, Bishop Auckland

Bishop Auckland, County Durham

Checker Leazes Farm

Pets stay free
Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

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£1,126
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Living room | 1 Old Hall Cottage - Old Hall Cottages, Byers Green, near Durham
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Byers Green, near Durham, County Durham

Old Hall Cottages - 1 Old Hall Cottage

Pets stay free
Hot Tub
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£505
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Exterior | The Barn, Bishop Auckland
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Bishop Auckland, County Durham

The Barn

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

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£821
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Exterior | Etherley Dene Farmhouse, Bishop Auckland
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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

£1,826
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Exterior | The Coach House at Mount Pleasant, Heighington, near Darlington
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Heighington, near Darlington, County Durham

The Coach House at Mount Pleasant

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

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£309
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Exterior | Elms Cottage, Sadberge
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Sadberge, County Durham

Elms Cottage

Pets stay free
Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
Pub within 1 mile
  • 6 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£369
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Dog Friendly Cottages in Bishop Auckland

Living area | Rose Cottage - Ridley House, Yarm

Yarm, County Durham

Ridley House - Rose Cottage

Pets stay free
Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

7 nights

From

£961
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Open-aspect design | Freville Cottage, Shildon, near Bishop Auckland

Shildon, near Bishop Auckland, County Durham

Freville Cottage

Pets stay free
Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£379
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Living room | Low Stonebank Cottage - Stonebank Cottages, Newfield, near Bishop Auckland

Newfield, near Bishop Auckland, County Durham

Low Stonebank Cottage

Pets stay free
Wifi
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

3

out of 5

7 nights

From

£375
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Stonebank Cottages - Stonebank

Newfield, near Bishop Auckland, County Durham

Stonebank Cottages - Stonebank

Pets stay free
Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
Rural Location
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

7 nights

From

£449
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Large, detached property  | Applegarth House, Howlish, near Bishop Auckland
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Howlish, near Bishop Auckland, County Durham

Applegarth House

Pets stay free
Hot Tub
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 11 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,742
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Tastefully furnished living/dining room | The Stables, Bolam, near Darlington
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Bolam, near Darlington, County Durham

The Stables

Pets stay free
Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 3 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£563
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Exterior | The Granary, Bishop Auckland
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Bishop Auckland, County Durham

The Granary

Pets stay free
Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£621
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Sitting-out-area | Checker Leazes Farm, Bishop Auckland

Bishop Auckland, County Durham

Checker Leazes Farm

Pets stay free
Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,126
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Living room | 1 Old Hall Cottage - Old Hall Cottages, Byers Green, near Durham
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Byers Green, near Durham, County Durham

Old Hall Cottages - 1 Old Hall Cottage

Pets stay free
Hot Tub
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£505
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Exterior | The Barn, Bishop Auckland
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Bishop Auckland, County Durham

The Barn

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

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£821
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Exterior | The Old Moat Barn, Elton, near Stockton-on-Tees

Elton, near Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham

The Old Moat Barn

Pets stay free
Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

7 nights

From

£1,597
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Luxury Holiday Cottages in Bishop Auckland

Tastefully furnished living/dining room | The Stables, Bolam, near Darlington
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Bolam, near Darlington, County Durham

The Stables

Pets stay free
Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 3 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£563
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Kitchen/diner | Hidden Cottage, Yarm

Yarm, County Durham

Hidden Cottage

Luxury
Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

7 nights

From

£561
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Sitting-out-area | Checker Leazes Farm, Bishop Auckland

Bishop Auckland, County Durham

Checker Leazes Farm

Pets stay free
Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,126
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Exterior | The Barn, Bishop Auckland
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Bishop Auckland, County Durham

The Barn

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

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£821
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Exterior | The Old Moat Barn, Elton, near Stockton-on-Tees

Elton, near Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham

The Old Moat Barn

Pets stay free
Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

7 nights

From

£1,597
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Hot tub | Partridge Cottage, Kirklevington, near Yarm
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Kirklevington, near Yarm, North Yorkshire

Partridge Cottage

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

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£937
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Outdoor area | Featherstone House, Darlington, near Bishop Auckland
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Darlington, near Bishop Auckland, County Durham

Featherstone House

Pets stay free
Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,516
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Inspiration of things to see and do from our cottages in Bishop Auckland

With a wide selection of Durham holiday cottages on offer, we have the ideal holiday home for you.

Here are our top 5 things to do from our cottages in Bishop Auckland:

Bishop Auckland Castle and Park

Explore the splendid Bishop Auckland Castle, which dates back to the 12th century and is known for its picturesque setting and rich history. The castle underwent extensive restoration and houses the Auckland Project, featuring art galleries, a café, and beautiful gardens. Take a stroll through the park surrounding the castle for a relaxing outdoor experience.

Binchester Roman Fort

Step back in time at Binchester Roman Fort, located just a short drive from Bishop Auckland. This well-preserved archaeological site offers insights into Roman military life in the area. Visitors can explore the remains of the fort, including the commanding officer's house, barracks, and bathhouse.

Escomb Saxon Church

Visit one of the oldest churches in England, the Escomb Saxon Church, located in the nearby village of Escomb. Dating back to the 7th century, this charming church is a fine example of early Anglo-Saxon architecture, featuring intricately carved stone details and a tranquil atmosphere.

Bishop Auckland Town Hall Art Gallery

Immerse yourself in art and culture at the Bishop Auckland Town Hall Art Gallery. This gallery showcases a diverse range of contemporary and historical artworks, including paintings, sculptures, and installations. It's a great place to appreciate local and regional artistic talent.

Walking and Hiking

Explore the beautiful countryside surrounding Bishop Auckland by embarking on one of the many walking or hiking trails in the area. From gentle strolls along the River Wear to more challenging routes in the Durham Dales, there's something for every level of outdoor enthusiast. Don't miss the stunning views of the rugged landscape and charming villages along the way.

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