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.

Hot tub | Ervine Cottage, Bolam, near Bishop Auckland

Ervine Cottage, Bolam, near Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL2 2UR.

A perfect place to enjoy with friends or family. Take in the fabulous country views from the bubbling hot tub!. Step to entrance. All on the ground floor. Open plan living space. Living...

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Outdoor area | Featherstone House, Darlington, near Bishop Auckland

Featherstone House, Darlington, near Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL1 3LZ.

Great fun for family and friends, lovely garden, hot tub and really spacious accommodation. Perfectly located to get out and explore!. Step to entrance. All on the ground floor. Living room:...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Rear enclosed garden | No 1 Overman, High Shincliffe, near Durham

No 1 Overman, High Shincliffe, near Durham, County Durham, DH1 2PU.

A great cottage for a hot tub staycation, perfect for friends and family just 2 miles from Durham city.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Stairgate
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Exterior | Beckwick, Bishop Auckland

Beckwick, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 6SH.

Beckwick is great for families and friends to relax and enjoy the hot tub, games room and huge gardens while creating some special memories. A short stroll away is a local pub serving good...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Hot tub | Stonebank Cottage - Stonebank Cottages, Newfield, near Bishop Auckland

Stonebank Cottage - UK35686, Newfield, near Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 8DF.

A great place to get together with friends or family and enjoy the wonderful hot tub.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Exterior | Haweswater Cottage, West Auckland

Haweswater Cottage, West Auckland, County Durham, DL14 9LQ.

A great family base just 12 miles from Barnard Castle and 18 miles from the historic City of Durham and 5 miles from the site of the Kynren Spectacle in Bishop Auckland.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Entrance with parking for 5 cars and views over Teesdale Valley | Glen Cottage, Mickleton, near Barnard Castle

Glen Cottage, Mickleton, near Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 0LG.

A fully refurbished property, beautifully equipped and perfect for friends or family to enjoy a memorable holiday in Upper Teesdale area of outstanding beauty.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Open plan living space | Wynbec Cottage, Quebec, Near Durham

Wynbec Cottage, Quebec, Near Durham, County Durham, DH7 9DF.

With lovely touches at every turn, this is perfect accommodation for a family staycation or special occasion. In a quiet village setting yet conveniently close to the City of Durham and lots...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Front entrance view | Miners Meadow, Wheatley Hill, Durham

Miners Meadow, Wheatley Hill, Durham, County Durham, DH6 3AW.

A beautiful, fully restored property nestling within tranquil meadowland, with private lake and wildlife with nods to the heritage of this former mining village.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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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.