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.

Big holiday house in Bishop Auckland with 8 bedrooms, sleeps 19. No pets allowed. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tubs, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tubs - Private.

Exterior | Etherley Dene Farmhouse, Bishop Auckland

Good choice!

Etherley Dene Farm, Durham

A resident personal trainer will give you a complimentary fitness profile during your stay at this large, beautifully finished house.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tubs
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tubs - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Large accommodation in Wolsingham, near Stanhope with 6 bedrooms, sleeps 16. Pets welcome. Hot Tubs, Short Breaks All Year, Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool - Indoor, Swimming Pool - Shared, Hot Tubs - Private.

Spacious barn conversion | The Farmhouse - Bowlees Holiday Cottages, Wolsingham, near Stanhope

Well equipped

The Farm House, Stanhope

Great for family or friends to get together, this spacious barn conversion is within easy reach of Durham and its many attractions.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Hot Tubs
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Hot Tubs - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Grouped Properties
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Large cottage to rent in Bishop Middleham, near Durham with 5 bedrooms, sleeps 8. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tubs, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tubs - Private.

Well located semi-detached holiday home | The Dun Cow - Dun Cow Cottages, Bishop Middleham, near Durham

Well equipped

The Dun Cow, Durham

The Dun Cow is perfectly located to explore the historic city of Durham with its cathedral and 11th-century castle, a designated World Heritage Site.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tubs
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tubs - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Grouped Properties
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Large family holiday house in Wolsingham, near Stanhope with 6 bedrooms, sleeps 13. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Hot Tubs, Short Breaks All Year, Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool - Indoor, Swimming Pool - Shared, Hot Tubs - Private.

Exquisitely presented holiday home with luxury hot tub | Heartwell Cottage - Bowlees Holiday Cottages, Wolsingham, near Stanhope

Very comfortable

Heartwell Cottage, Stanhope

Heartwell Cottage is ideal for larger families and groups to enjoy a visit to the Durham Dales and the many places of interest in County Durham.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Hot Tubs
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Hot Tubs - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Grouped Properties
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Dogs welcome to stay in Consett, near Durham with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Hot Tubs, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tubs - Private.

Delightful single-storey holiday cottage | Jasmine Cottage, Consett, near Durham

Very comfortable

Jasmine Cottage, Consett

A perfect place for families and friends to explore and to return to your own private hot tub listening to the sound of the countryside.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Hot Tubs
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tubs - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Dog friendly holiday cottage in Escomb, near Bishop Auckland with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tubs, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tubs - Private.

Hot tub | Old Stables Cottage, Escomb, near Bishop Auckland

Good choice!

Old Stables Cottage, Bishop Auckland

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 Tubs
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tubs - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Large house in Staindrop, Barnard Castle with 6 bedrooms, sleeps 12. Pets welcome. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | The Old Chapel Retreat, Staindrop, Barnard Castle

Great quality

The Old Chapel Retreat, Barnard Castle

A rare chance for the whole family to stay in a converted chapel providing spacious rooms, a large dining table and even a games room.

  • 3 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • 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.