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An outdoor wooden deck with a hot tub fire pit chairs and a hanging chair at Arbour House Farm Bungalow in Durham [An outdoor wooden deck with a hot tub fire pit chairs and a hanging chair at Arbour House Farm Bungalow in Durham]
43
Durham, County Durham, DH1
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Arbour House Farm Bungalow is a beautifully presented, single-storey cottage nestled in the peaceful outskirts of Durham with a private hot tub for guests. Chester-le-Street 7.3 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 17.5 miles. (Ref. 1174826)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights From 827

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An outdoor courtyard with grass stone paving wooden bench and two sets of French doors at Sheep Pen Cottage in Durham [An outdoor courtyard with grass stone paving wooden bench and two sets of French doors at Sheep Pen Cottage in Durham]
41
Durham, County Durham, DH7
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming, stone-built cottage in County Durham. Luxurious, accommodation, countryside location, enclosed garden, lovely views views. Durham 4 miles. (Ref. 946713)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights From 471

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A house with large windows and a garden at High Church Hill in Durham [A house with large windows and a garden at High Church Hill in Durham]
73
Witton Gilbert, County Durham, DH7
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

High Church Hill is an enticing, pet-friendly end-terrace holiday home resting in Witton Gilbert, Northumberland, with a bubbling hot tub for guests. Durham 3.5 miles; Chester-le-Street 6.2 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 16.2 miles. (Ref. 1193808)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights From 981

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Stone cottages with red tiled roofs and green doors with grass lawns and gravel driveway at Cross Cottage in Brancepeth near Durham [Stone cottages with red tiled roofs and green doors with grass lawns and gravel driveway at Cross Cottage in Brancepeth near Durham]
52
Brancepeth near Durham, County Durham, DH7
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A wonderfully presented stone cottage resting in the village of Brancepeth, near the beautiful city of Durham. Open-plan living. Upside down accommodation. Patio with furniture. Shop and pub 1 mile. (Ref. 982648)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights From 560

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A stone house with red tiled roof and gravel driveway at Stackyard House in Tudhoe [A stone house with red tiled roof and gravel driveway at Stackyard House in Tudhoe]
35
Tudhoe, County Durham, DL16
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This stunning detached house rests in Tudhoe, County Durham. Hot tub. Ground-floor living. Off-road parking. En-suite bedrooms. Pet-friendly. Spennymoor 1.7 miles; Durham 5.2 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 22.2 miles. (Ref. 1052977)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights From 1136

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A stone house with a red roof and gravel yard at Orchard Cottage in Durham [A stone house with a red roof and gravel yard at Orchard Cottage in Durham]
16
Durham, County Durham, DH1
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Orchard Cottage is an outstanding stone-built property close to Durham, Northumberland, oozing character, two woodburning stove, a hot tub, and barbecue. Chester-le-Street 9.6 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 19.8 miles. (Ref. 1199505)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights From 770

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An outdoor area with a stone building and gravel surface at The Turnip Barn in [An outdoor area with a stone building and gravel surface at The Turnip Barn in ]
40
Durham, County Durham, DH7
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The Turnip Barn is a pet-friendly barn conversion in Witton Gilbert, County Durham, with beams and stonework, en-suite bedrooms and a woodburning stove. Chester-le-Street 6.3 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 16.5 miles. (Ref. 983365)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights From 672

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An outdoor area with steps and a stone wall at The Granary in Durham [An outdoor area with steps and a stone wall at The Granary in Durham]
47
Witton Gilbert near Durham, County Durham, DH7
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

The Granary is an immaculately presented cottage situated in Witton Gilbert near Durham in County Durham, with en-suite bedrooms and a woodburning stove. Chester-le-Street 6.3 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 16.7 miles. (Ref. 1193791)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights From 660

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A house with garden and deck at Stackyard Witton Gilbert [A house with garden and deck at Stackyard Witton Gilbert]
66
Witton Gilbert, County Durham, DH7
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Stackyard is a superb mid-terrace property set in Witton Gilbert, County Durham, with a hot tub, en-suite bedrooms, off-road parking, and is pet-friendly. Durham 3.5 miles; Newcastle 16.5 miles (Ref. 1193805)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights From 980

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An outdoor view of a modern building with hot tub and patio at 1 New Dairy Barn in Croxdale [An outdoor view of a modern building with hot tub and patio at 1 New Dairy Barn in Croxdale]
20
Croxdale, County Durham, DH6
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

1 New Dairy Barn is a fabulous pet-friendly house in Croxdale, Durham, boasting a private hot tub and an open-plan living area with original beams. Spennymoor 2.7 miles; Durham 4.8 miles; Chilton 6.1 miles (Ref. 1021833)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights From 1268

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A kitchen with a dining table and chairs at Spring Meadow in Croxdale [A kitchen with a dining table and chairs at Spring Meadow in Croxdale]
13
Tudhoe, County Durham, DH6
  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

Spring Meadow is a lovely pet-friendly Barn Conversion in Croxdale, Durham, featuring a hot tub, EV charging and open-plan living with charming original beams. Spennymoor 2.7 miles; Durham 4.8 miles; Chilton 6.1 miles (Ref. 1183514)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights From 1104

Last booked 2 days ago
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A stone cottage with a tiled roof and outdoor seating area with gravel and garden at Brookside Byre in Durham [A stone cottage with a tiled roof and outdoor seating area with gravel and garden at Brookside Byre in Durham]
45
Durham, County Durham, DH7
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Superb luxury cottage close to the city of Durham. Surrounded by open countryside, lovely views, enclosed garden. Durham 3.5 miles (Ref. 946712)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights From 572

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A living room with sofas and a dining area at 6 Guests 3Bed House in Chester le Street [A living room with sofas and a dining area at 6 Guests 3Bed House in Chester le Street]
New property [New property]
15
Chester-Le-Street, County Durham, DH3
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

  • Sykes rating

6 Guests 3Bed House in Chester-le-Street is a well-presented house in Chester-le-Street, County Durham, featuring a woodburning stove, private driveway and open-plan living. Durham 7 miles. (Ref. 1207183)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights From 618

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A house with a garden and pathway at White House in Durham [A house with a garden and pathway at White House in Durham]
78
Durham, Northumberland, DH1
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.3★

    Good

  • Sykes rating

White House is a beautifully-restored, pet-friendly home with an enclosed garden with hot tub, resting on the outskirts of the historic city of Durham. Chester-le-Street 9.9 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 20.1 miles. (Ref. 1177887)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Games room


for 7 nights From 1137

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A green two-story building with white doors and windows next to a gravel area at Bramble Cottage in Shadforth near Durham [A green two-story building with white doors and windows next to a gravel area at Bramble Cottage in Shadforth near Durham]
35
Shadforth near Durham, County Durham, DH6
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An exceptional barn conversion resting on the outskirts of Shadforth, in Durham. En-suite cloakroom. Decking area. Durham 6.5 miles. (Ref. 1001395)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom


for 7 nights From 535

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A residential building with multiple windows and a passageway surrounded by trees and bushes at 1 Eureka Mews in Tan Hills near Plawsworth [A residential building with multiple windows and a passageway surrounded by trees and bushes at 1 Eureka Mews in Tan Hills near Plawsworth]
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13
Tan Hills near Plawsworth, County Durham, DH2
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A lovely ground-floor apartment resting in Tan Hills near Plawsworth, County Durham. Pet friendly. Durham 4.2 miles; Chester-Le-Street 3.2 miles. (Ref. 1100378)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

  • 5% off - Wed 1st Jul to 31st Aug 2026


for 7 nights From 625

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A row of houses with brick walls and various front doors at Hudson House [A row of houses with brick walls and various front doors at Hudson House]
New property [New property]
63
Coxhoe, County Durham, DH6
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyYes

  • Sykes rating

Hudson House is a delightful, pet-friendly house in Coxhoe, Durham, well-positioned to nearby amenities, with off-road parking and an enclosed garden. Durham 6 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 21.8 miles; Barnard Castle 23.3 miles. (Ref. 1207361)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV


for 7 nights From 488

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A small balcony with a round table holding a vase with flowers and a champagne bucket with two cushioned chairs at The Nutshell in Pelton Fell near Chester-Le-Street [A small balcony with a round table holding a vase with flowers and a champagne bucket with two cushioned chairs at The Nutshell in Pelton Fell near Chester-Le-Street]
Offer
55
Pelton Fell near Chester-Le-Street, County Durham, DH2
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A charming, mid-terrace holiday home nested in Pelton Fell near Chester-Le-Street, County Durham. Dog-friendly. Enclosed garden. Washing machine. External gym. Durham 8.6 miles; Sunderland 11.8 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 12.5 miles. (Ref. 1098644)

  • Pets go free
  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

  • 30 off - Fri 21st Aug to 28th Aug 2026

  • 39 off - Fri 28th Aug to 4th Sep 2026


for 7 nights From 605

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Exterior of a house with a blue door surrounded by plants and ivy at Rosewood Cottage in Durham [Exterior of a house with a blue door surrounded by plants and ivy at Rosewood Cottage in Durham]
36
Durham, County Durham, DH1
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.3★

    Good

  • Sykes rating

A charming three-bedroom cottage nestled on the outskirts of Durham, County Durham. En-suite. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Chester-le-Street 8 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1080915)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights From 467

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A stone building with stairs leading to a red door and a garden area at Leazes Cottage Durham [A stone building with stairs leading to a red door and a garden area at Leazes Cottage Durham]
33
Durham, County Durham, DH1
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • Pet FriendlyNo

    4.4★

    Good

  • Sykes rating

Leazes Cottage is a charming, two-bedroom holiday home resting in Durham, County Durham. Close to amenities. Electric fire. Off-road parking. Chester-le-Street 7.8 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 17.8 miles. (Ref. 1077324)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights From 746

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Tucked away in one of England’s most historic and scenic counties, these Durham cottages let you experience the region at your own pace.

Whether you’re exploring the cobbled streets of the city, wandering beside the River Wear, or venturing into the nearby Durham Dales, staying in Durham means waking up to peaceful surroundings, with the freedom to explore castles, coastlines, and culture-rich market towns just moments away.

Why Durham Cottages?

A self-catering Durham cottage offers a little bit of everything for the keen explorers. Whether nestled in the heart of the city or tucked away in the rolling countryside, these Durham cottages provide more than just a place to stay. Imagine returning from a day exploring Durham Cathedral or wandering through medieval streets to unwind in a cosy living room space and maybe on the outskirts of the city with views of green valley's stretching beyond your window.

As you wander the cobbled streets, you’ll discover a vibrant mix of independent shops, cosy cafés, and riverside walks that make exploring the city feel like stepping through time. Food lovers can enjoy a thriving culinary scene, while outdoor enthusiasts will love the city’s green spaces, like the peaceful Botanic Garden or the scenic trails along the riverbanks.

Whether you're thinking of staying here for a romantic weekend, a cultural escape, or a walking holiday with your dog, staying in a Durham cottage offers an experience that’s full of discovery.

Places to Visit from Durham Cottages

A wide choice of places can be easily reached from a holiday cottage in Durham, for all tastes and interests.

Venture beyond the city and you'll find an array of unforgettable day trips within easy reach. The Durham Dales and North Pennines AONB, enjoying access to the beautiful Pennine Way footpath and providing dramatic moorland scenery, perfect for hiking, cycling, and stargazing under some of the darkest skies in England.

A choice of characterful towns rest in the eastern foothills of the North Pennines, home to fine pubs and eateries. Or head towards the sea and enjoy a scenic drive to the Durham Heritage Coast, where cliff-top paths and quiet beaches offer a wild contrast to the inland hills.

With so many diverse destinations nearby, Durham cottages make an ideal base for discovering the timeless beauty of the North East.

Other Destinations to Visit from Self-Catering Durham Cottages:

Bishop Auckland

Middleton-in-Teesdale

Newcastle

Sunderland

Weardale

Types of County Durham Holidays

Book your next city break today with one of these holiday cottages in Durham!

To explore the wonders of this magnificent area, take a peek at this choice of all County Durham holiday cottages. You can also choose from these short breaks in Durham as well as these other city breaks in the UK.