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

 Single-storey holiday cottage | Grange Cottage, Ovington, near Richmond

Ovington, near Richmond, North Yorkshire

Grange Cottage

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

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£447
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Detached log cabin | Mayfields Retreat, Newsham, near Richmond

Newsham, near Richmond, North Yorkshire

Mayfields Retreat

Hot Tub
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,412
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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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Patio area of timber-clad property with private outdoor seating area | Number 3 - The Old Stables, Knitsley, near Lanchester

Knitsley, near Lanchester, County Durham

The Old Stables - Number 3

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£533
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Exterior | Beckwick, Bishop Auckland

Bishop Auckland, County Durham

Beckwick

Hot Tub
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 9 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,039
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Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | Raven Cottage, Barnard Castle

Barnard Castle, County Durham

Raven Cottage

Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£387
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Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | The Dovecote, Romaldkirk, nr. Barnard Castle

Romaldkirk, near Barnard Castle, County Durham

The Dovecote

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£383
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Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | The Coach House at Mount Pleasant, Heighington, near Darlington

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

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£283
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Kingsize bedroom  | Old Bank House, Barnard Castle

Barnard Castle, County Durham

Old Bank House

Luxury
Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£959
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Exterior | The Byre, Eggleston, near Barnard Castle

Eggleston, near Barnard Castle, County Durham

The Byre

Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
Ground Floor Facilities
  • 4 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£263
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Dog Friendly Durham Holiday Cottages

 Single-storey holiday cottage | Grange Cottage, Ovington, near Richmond

Ovington, near Richmond, North Yorkshire

Grange Cottage

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

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£447
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Detached log cabin | Mayfields Retreat, Newsham, near Richmond

Newsham, near Richmond, North Yorkshire

Mayfields Retreat

Hot Tub
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,412
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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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Patio area of timber-clad property with private outdoor seating area | Number 3 - The Old Stables, Knitsley, near Lanchester

Knitsley, near Lanchester, County Durham

The Old Stables - Number 3

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£533
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Exterior | The Dales, Stanhope, nr. Frosterley

Stanhope, near Frosterley, County Durham

The Dales

Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

7 nights

From

£679
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Exterior | Beckwick, Bishop Auckland

Bishop Auckland, County Durham

Beckwick

Hot Tub
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 9 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,039
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Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | Raven Cottage, Barnard Castle

Barnard Castle, County Durham

Raven Cottage

Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£387
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Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | The Byre, Eggleston, near Barnard Castle

Eggleston, near Barnard Castle, County Durham

The Byre

Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
Ground Floor Facilities
  • 4 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£263
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Exterior | Elms Cottage, Sadberge

Sadberge, County Durham

Elms Cottage

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

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£357
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Living room | Heckberry Cottage, St John’s Chapel, near Stanhope

St John's Chapel, near Stanhope, County Durham

Heckberry Cottage

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

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£333
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Luxury Durham Holiday Cottages

Exterior | The Dovecote, Romaldkirk, nr. Barnard Castle

Romaldkirk, near Barnard Castle, County Durham

The Dovecote

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£383
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Reserve today for only £25
Kingsize bedroom  | Old Bank House, Barnard Castle

Barnard Castle, County Durham

Old Bank House

Luxury
Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£959
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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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Exterior | Wagtail Cottage - Rowley Stone Cottages, Rowley, near Consett

Rowley, near Consett, County Durham

Wagtail Cottage

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

7 nights

From

£1,086
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Living area | The Old Byre, Consett, County Durham

Consett, County Durham, County Durham

The Old Byre

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

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£575
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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

£517
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Reserve today for only £25
Open plan living space | Abigails Cottage, Trimdon Station

Trimdon Station, County Durham

Abigails Cottage

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£463
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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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Exterior | West Layton Manor, West Layton, near Richmond

West Layton, near Richmond, North Yorkshire

West Layton Manor

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

7 nights

From

£2,352
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Exterior | Quarry Barn, Hexham

Hexham, Northumberland

Quarry Barn

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

7 nights

From

£453
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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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