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5 Ashcroft Mews - 1172394 - photo 1
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36
Seaham, County Durham, SR7
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

  • Sykes rating

5 Ashcroft Mews is a lovely, pet-friendly holiday home located in the charming harbour town of Seaham in County Durham near the local sandy beach. Sunderland 6.9 miles; Durham 12.8 miles; Hartlepool 15.4 miles. (Ref. 1172394)

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

7 nights from £489

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A stone building with windows two potted plants wooden picnic table with benches and blue umbrella on gravel at Cosy Cave Stanhope Castle in Stanhope
37
Stanhope, County Durham, DL13
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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This superb romantic cottage is located in Stanhope, Durham. WiFi. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Durham 22 miles. (Ref. 913412)

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

7 nights from £502

Last booked 2 days ago
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A stone building with wooden framed windows solar panels on the roof and a brick wall in front at Leadmill House Workshop in Copley near Barnard Castle
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Copley near Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL13
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An attractive stone-built, detached cottage set in a secluded, pretty valley on the edge of woodland. Single-storey cottage, open plan living area. Public footpaths from doorstep. Barnard Castle 6 miles. (Ref. 21469)

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

7 nights from £276

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A stone cottage with a metal gate and grassy area beside a narrow road at Drover's Cottage in Wolsingham
26
Wolsingham, County Durham, DL13
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Delightful, detached barn conversion set on the outskirts of the popular market town of Wolsingham. WiFi. Garden with furniture, pet-friendly, well situated for walks and cycling. Durham 14 miles. (Ref. 933881)

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

7 nights from £315

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Stone cottage with two white-framed windows and green wooden doors at Garden Cottage in Ovington
11
Ovington, County Durham, DL11
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A charming stone-built cottage in the hamlet of Ovington. Romantic accommodation with a woodburning stove. Pet-friendly property with enclosed garden. Ideal touring base. Barnard Castle 8 miles. (Ref. 1021694)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Sky TV

7 nights from £374

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A small wooden cabin with a hot tub picnic table broom and net outside at Badgers Sett Winston near Staindrop
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Winston near Staindrop, County Durham, DL2
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Badgers Sett, a superb single-storey lodge resting in Winston near Staindrop, Durham. Pet-friendly. Hot tub. Private parking. Barnard Castle 7.2 miles; Durham 20.2 miles. (Ref. 1027477)

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

  • 5% off - Fri 20th Jun to 25th Jul 2025

7 nights from £576

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A wooden deck with two chairs and a railing overlooking a gravel pathway leading to a wooden hot tub and grassy area at Foxes Den in Winston near Staindrop
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Winston near Staindrop, County Durham, DL2
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Foxes Den, a wonderful, single-storey lodge resting in Winston near Staindrop. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Private parking. Barnard Castle 7.2 miles; Durham 20.2 miles. (Ref. 1082438)

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

  • 5% off - Fri 20th Jun to 5th Sep 2025

7 nights from £569

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A patio with a glass table and two chairs next to a brick building with a dark door and large windows at Leadmill Piggery in Copley near Barnard Castle
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Copley near Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL13
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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A contemporary, single-storey cottage resting in the village of Copley, near Barnard Castle, in County Durham. Ground-floor living. Romantic. Patio. WiFi. Staindrop 6.1 miles; Darlington 16.4 miles; Durham 20.5 miles; Richmond 21.2 miles. (Ref. 1077164)

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

7 nights from £276

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Stone cottage exterior with green door and bay window surrounded by plants and flowers at Wayside Cottage in Staindrop
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Staindrop, County Durham, DL2
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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This delightful Grade II listed end-terrace cottage rests in Staindrop, Durham. Close to amenities. Pet-friendly. Courtyard with furniture. WiFi. Barnard Castle 5.6 miles; Durham 18.9 miles. (Ref. 1067929)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine

7 nights from £311

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A garden with wooden chairs and a small table near a stone wall with yellow flowers at Hudeway View in Middleton-In-Teesdale
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Middleton-In-Teesdale, County Durham, DL12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A delightful, single-storey annexe resting rurally in Middleton-In-Teesdale, Durham. Countryside views. In AONB. Romantic. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. Barnard Castle 10.4 miles. (Ref. 1124851)

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

7 nights from £489

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A stone house with blue doors and windows surrounded by trees and a stone wall at The Coach House in Frosterley
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Frosterley, County Durham, DL13
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A delightful stone-built single-storey holiday home nestled in the quaint village of Frosterley, County Durham. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Romantic. Durham 17.2 miles; Barnard Castle 17.3 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 26.5 miles. (Ref. 1072675)

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

7 nights from £395

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A small wooden cabin with a porch and hot tub outside at Otters Holt in Winston near Staindrop
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Winston near Staindrop, County Durham, DL2
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Otters Holt, a fabulous, single-story lodge located in Winston near Staindrop, County Durham. Open-plan. Hot tub. Smart TV. Beautiful views. Pet friendly. Private parking. Barnard Castle 7.2 miles; Durham 20.2 miles. (Ref. 1082439)

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

  • 5% off - Fri 20th Jun to 5th Sep 2025

7 nights from £566

Last booked 3 days ago
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A stone house with a black door and white framed windows at Whitfield Cottage 21 Silver Street Wolsingham
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Wolsingham, County Durham, DL13
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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A magnificent stone-built terraced cottagein Wolsingham, County Durham. Beautiful views from decking area. Stone fire place. Shop and pub 4 minutes walk. (Ref. 961457)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £313

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A living room with a brown sofa and plaid ottoman near a fireplace and a TV on a stand at Bracken Cottage in Stanhope
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Stanhope, County Durham, DL13
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A characterful mid-terrace cottage resting in the centre of Stanhope. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Close to all amenities. Bishop Auckland 15.5 miles; Durham 19.6 miles. (Ref. 1063869)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine

7 nights from £336

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A white building with a pond and grassy area in the foreground at The Barn in Copley
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Copley, County Durham, DL13
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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The Barn is a delightful, single-storey holiday cottage situated in Copley near Cockfield, Durham. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Bishop Auckland 10 miles; Durham 19.1 miles. (Ref. 1150077)

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

7 nights from £296

Last booked 2 days ago
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A stone cottage exterior with flowering vines around the door and windows at Wayside Cottage Edmundbyers near Corbridge
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Edmundbyers near Corbridge, County Durham, DH8
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Delightful stone-built former cow byre in the heart of County Durham. Romantic base, woodburner, lots of character in a peaceful rural location. Consett 10 miles. (Ref. 961944)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine

7 nights from £353

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A wooden deck with two metal and wood chairs and a round table with wine glasses and bottle outside a stone building at Old Workhouse Cottage in Stanhope
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Stanhope, County Durham, DL13
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An idyllic, stone-built cottage resting within the bustling town of Stanhope, county Durham. Woodburner. WiFi. Pub within 0.3 miles. Durham 19.6 miles. (Ref. 1000076)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine

7 nights from £321

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A small outdoor seating area with a wooden table and two chairs with cushions and a blanket outside a stone house with a black door at Hush Cottage in Middleton-in-Teesdale
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Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham, DL12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Charming end-terrace cottage in the Pennine town of Middleton-in-Teesdale. Woodburning stove. Easy stroll to shops and pubs. Perfectly located for touring the North Pennines. Barnard Castle 10 miles. (Ref. 922595)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £365

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A stone cottage with a small wooden table and two chairs outside at Larl Cottage in Middleton-In-Teesdale
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Middleton-In-Teesdale, County Durham, DL12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Larl Cottage is a wonderful holiday home resting in the heart of Middleton-in-Teesdale, a market town in County Durham. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Barnard Castle 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1139324)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £355

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A stone cottage with a white door and two windows with plants and flowers outside at Curlew Cottage in Barnard Castle
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Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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This elegantly furnished all ground floor cottage provides cosy accommodation in a lovely countryside location. With a multi-fuel stove, front patio and BBQ. Bike storage. Barnard Castle 2 miles. (Ref. 21863)

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

7 nights from £293

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County Durham is a hidden gem in the northeast of England, if you are looking for a wide selection of historical sites and buildings and stunning natural surroundings to get lost in, then one of these holiday cottages in County Durham could be perfect for you! 

A stay in a cottage in County Durham promises a unique and memorable retreat for couples, families, and pet-friendly travellers alike. 

Why Holiday Cottages in County Durham? 

Nestled in the heart of the region’s countryside, these holiday cottage in County Durham provide the perfect base to explore the area’s natural beauty. 

Whether you are looking for a base close the towns and cities of the region or one with a more rural atmosphere, cottages in County Durham allow you the luxury to find the right one for you. From a romantic escape or a family adventure, staying in a cottage allows you to enjoy the peace and quiet of rural life, with the freedom to explore at your own pace. 

For those looking to immerse themselves in both the region’s history and natural beauty, a holiday cottage in County Durham is an ideal choice. 

Places to visit near Cottages in County Durham 

Staying in a holiday cottage in County Durham puts you close to some of the region's most iconic landmarks and attractions.  

A must-visit location in this region is the city of Durham, home to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle, both offering stunning architecture and a glimpse into the area’s medieval past. Take a stroll along the River Wear or explore the city's charming streets lined with shops, cafes, and restaurants. 

Another location is the market town of Barnard Castle, which is also filled with history, head to Barnard Castle itself, the fortress dating back as early as 1093. Or head to the Bowes Museum, filled with a wide variety of art and fashion, the perfect place to spend a day exploring.  

These attractions, along with countless charming villages and natural beauty spots, make County Durham a perfect base for a memorable holiday. 

Other places to explore from holiday cottages to rent in County Durham: 

Bishop Auckland 

Hartlepool 

Middleton in Teesdale 

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Book your next holiday cottage in the North East today by choosing one of these holiday cottages in County Durham. 

You can also choose from the full selection of North East cottages or these holiday parks in the North East.  

If you’re looking for a particular type of cottage then there are plenty of dog-friendly cottages, log cabin and lodges and holiday cottages with hot tubs to choose from.