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 | Grey Gables, Old Quarrington, near Durham

Grey Gables, Old Quarrington, near Durham, County Durham, DH6 5NL.

Grey Gables is a grand and imposing Victorian vicarage, perfect for large family gatherings and celebrations, set in the historic hamlet of Old Quarrington, offering luxurious accommodations...

  • 3 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Living area | Chapel Cottage, Stanhope, near Bishop Auckland

Chapel Cottage, Stanhope, near Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL13 2NB.

Newly refurbished in 2024, this property is nestled in a fantastic location in a popular village. Benefitting from superb features, including a sauna and circular bath.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Hot tub | Bolton Farm, Durham

Bolton Farm, Durham, County Durham, DH7 7JL.

Bolton Farm is a Annexe to the maoin house and offers a wood burner, shared heated pool and panoramic Views!. Step to entrance. All on the ground floor. Open plan living space. Living area:...

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Living room | Poppy Cottage, Hurworth, near Darlington

Poppy Cottage, Hurworth, near Darlington, County Durham, DL2 2AL.

Poppy Cottage perfectly blends heritage charm with modern comforts, boasting a cosy living room, spacious kitchen, and serene patio.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Living area | The Old Byre, Consett, County Durham

The Old Byre, Consett, County Durham, County Durham, DH8 9LS.

Tranquil Luxury in a tucked away gem, this one-level barn conversion with Hot Tub is the ultimate holiday getaway.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Hot Tub
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Open plan living space | Pitman’s Cottage, Ryton, near Wylam, Newcastle

Pitman's Cottage, Ryton, near Wylam, County Durham, NE40 3BG.

Discover Pitman’s Cottage, a historic, sympathetically restored 1800s miner’s stone cottage in Barmoor, Tyne Valley. With a cosy wood burner and modern amenities, it lies close to...

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Spacious lawned garden | East Bridge End Farm, Frosterley, near Stanhope

East Bridge End Farm, Frosterley, near Stanhope, County Durham, DL13 2SN.

Welcoming and spacious farmhouse with excellent countryside views. A great central base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales, Northumberland and Cumbria.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Delightful stone holiday cottage | Roslyn Cottage, Hamsterley, near Wolsingham

Roslyn Cottage, Hamsterley, near Wolsingham, County Durham, DL13 3QF.

A perfect setting between Teesdale and Weardale within easy reach of Northumberland’s beaches and castles.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Cosy living room | Belle Vue Cottage - Belle Vue, Eggleston, near Barnard Castle

Belle Vue-UKC778, Eggleston, near Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 0AD.

This beautiful cottage is nestled in the picturesque village of Eggleston, on the outskirts of the stunning North Pennine hills.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • 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.