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.

Open plan living space | Abigails Cottage, Trimdon Station

Abigails Cottage, Trimdon Station, County Durham, TS29 6NS.

Between Durham and the coastline sits Abigail’s Cottage. Formerly housing tractors, this is a barn conversion with beautiful features, welcoming guests on an authentic stay.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Bath/Shower Seat
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Open plan living space | Calf House Cottage, Sedgefield

Calf House Cottage, Sedgefield, County Durham, TS21 2HL.

Calf House cottage is located on a working dairy farm attached to the owner’s family farmhouse on the outskirts of the village of Sedgefield.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Bath/Shower Seat
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Living room | Stanhope Cottages - Riverside Cottage - Stanhope Cottages , Stanhope

Riverside Cottage - UK32405, Stanhope, County Durham, DL13 2UG.

Riverside Cottage is a beautiful ground floor apartment with an inviting interior. Located in the historic market town on Stanhope, behind an 18th century castle.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Hot tub | Old Stables Cottage, Escomb, near Bishop Auckland

Old Stables Cottage, Escomb, near Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 7SU.

A spacious, well equipped cottage set within its own grounds, looking out across open countryside and a fishing lake.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Living room | Barningham Estate- 3 The Reading Room Cottages - Barningham Estate, Barningham, near Barnard Castle

3 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31802, Barningham, near Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL11 7DW.

The cottage is fully equipped for a self-contained, luxurious stay with particular attention to comfort. A perfect base for up to 4 people.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Living room | Barningham Estate- 2 The Reading Room Cottages - Barningham Estate, Barningham, near Barnard Castle

2 The Reading Room Cottages - UK31801, Barningham, near Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL11 7DW.

Situated in the picturesque village of Barningham, the cottage is conveniently located and is a perfect for a base for enjoying the Yorkshire Dales.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Exterior | Mill Force Cottage, Bowes, near Barnard Castle

Mill Force Cottage, Bowes, near Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 9LL.

This beautiful single-storey cottage is an ideal holiday home for a couples’ retreat with easy access to the Yorkshire Dales and North Pennines.

  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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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.