Durham Cathedral with close up

Holiday cottages in Durham self-catering retreats

Durham is a beautiful part of North East England – a mixture of modern university town and sleepy, historic city. Enjoy a holiday cottage in Durham and take in the sights including the world-renowned cathedral and castle and the sloping cobbled streets of the town centre. The 19th century viaduct still forms part of the train line, giving visitors an awe-inspiring first view of this timeless city.

Pubs in market towns have a long tradition of providing excellent food and drink at competitive prices that are easy on the pocket. You’ll find a complete array of tastes from curries and other ethnic restaurants, to traditional British and of course the great fish and chip! - a real treat for a night off during a self-catering holiday break.

Exterior | Hummingbird Lodge - Holmewood Lakes, Holmewood Lakes

Hummingbird Lodge - UK51940, Holmewood Lakes, County Durham, TS16 0QL.

Spacious Lodge with a private hot tub to relax in this beautiful countryside setting. 3 steps to entrance. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Smart TVDining area....

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Hot Tub
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
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Open plan living space | Nightingale Lodge - Holmewood Lakes, Holmewood Lakes

Nightingale Lodge - UK51938, Holmewood Lakes, County Durham, TS16 0QL.

Spacious Lodge with Lake views at beautiful Holmewood Lakes, 2 ensuite bedrooms and everything you need for a peaceful stay. 3 steps to entrance. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Hot Tub
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
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Exterior | Swan Lake Lodge - Holmewood Lakes, Holmewood Lakes

Swan Lake Lodge - UK51934, Holmewood Lakes, County Durham, TS16 0QL.

Calm and relaxing Swan Lake, all the home comforts with a lake view and hot tub at Holmewood Lakes. 3 steps to entrance. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Smart...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Hot Tub
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
View Property Details
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Stay in Durham

Holiday cottages in Durham are comfortable holiday break - great for a change of domestic situation experience and the chance to relax with family and friends, or for a romantic break away. Durham is a beautiful city in its own right, and also boasts easy access to other top locations around the North East of England, including Newcastle (fantastic for shopping) and Sunderland, renowned for its nightlife. Scroll up to view self-catering accommodation in Durham.

Serious and more relaxed walkers will be happy - the Durham coastal path has dramatic headlands and deserted beaches and The North Pennines is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and you can select small parts of the Pennine Way to walk during your stay. Some holiday houses have hot tubs - great for refreshing tired walking legs. In fact it is one of the most popular features searched for - holiday fun!

Everyone will enjoy the Beamish museum - an open air museum from the victorian era, amongst the many castles to visit close by.

Fishermen can enjoy a good catch on the River Tweed, which joins the sea at North Berwick. people say its one of the finest salmon and trout fishing in the World. Fishing cottages close to the river are in high demand - s book early to avoid disappointment. Late availability discounted prices year round are detailed on the property details page - people do for various reason have to sometimes cancel their vacation.