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.

Large cottage to rent in Mickleton, near Middleton-in-Teesdale with 4 bedrooms, sleeps 10. Pets welcome. Pub within 1 mile, Hot Tubs, Short Breaks All Year, Hot Tubs - Private.

Wonderful, detached cottage | Ornella View, Mickleton, near Middleton-in-Teesdale

Well equipped

Ornella View, Barnard Castle

Ornella View is a great choice for families or groups of friends to explore the hills and vales of this stunning area.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tubs
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tubs - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Main Fuel or Power incl.
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Big holiday house in Frosterley, near Bishop Auckland with 5 bedrooms, sleeps 10. Pets welcome. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

West Bridge End - The Gingang, Frosterley, nr. Bishop Auckland

Well presented

The Gingang, Durham

A lovely large barn conversion complete with swings for the children and shared use of a games room, there’s something for everyone.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Grouped Properties
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Short breaks with dogs in Frosterley, near Bishop Auckland with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 7. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

West Bridge End - The Stables, Frosterley, nr. Bishop Auckland

Very comfortable

The Stables, Durham

In a tranquil location overlooking the River Wear; an ideal location for walking or discovering hidden secrets at castles in the area.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Grouped Properties
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Little holiday house in Baldersdale, near Barnard Castle with 1 bedroom, sleeps 2. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Winter Short Breaks.

Exterior | The Old Chapel, Baldersdale, nr. Barnard Castle

Very comfortable

The Old Chapel, Barnard Castle

This former chapel is close to the Yorkshire Dales and the Pennine Way with historic Barnard Castle just 6 miles away.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • 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.