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A front view of a stone cottage with a wooden gate and a sign reading Bramblewood Cottage in Middleton-In-Teesdale
52
Middleton-In-Teesdale, County Durham, DL12
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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An attractive, detached house nestled on the outskirts of Middleton-in-Teesdale, Yorkshire. Open-plan. Ample off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Bowlees 3.9 miles; Barnard Castle 9.2 miles; Stanhope 13.9 miles. (Ref. 969604)

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


for 7 nights $1044

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A patio with two chairs and a table with a bottle and glasses outside a conservatory at West Reins in Middleton-In-Teesdale
26
Middleton-In-Teesdale, County Durham, DL12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A pleasant, detached cottage overlooking picturesque views on the outskirts of Middleton-In-Teesdale in County Durham. Romantic retreat. Idyllic setting. Underfloor heating. Bowlees 3.9 miles; Barnard Castle 9.2 miles; Bishop Auckland 18.9 miles. (Ref. 1064953)

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


for 7 nights $600

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An outdoor patio with a wooden dining table and chairs a hot tub and a stone wall at Horsley Cottage in Waskerley near Consett
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Waskerley near Consett,, County Durham, DH8
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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This beautiful stone-built cottage rests in Waskerley near to the amenities of Consett in County Durham. All-ground-floor. Contemporary interior. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Countryside views. Stanhope 8 miles; Durham 16.6 miles. (Ref. 1001325)

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


for 7 nights $909

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A stone house with multiple windows and potted plants outside surrounded by trees at High Thearns in Middleton-In-Teesdale
55
Middleton-In-Teesdale, County Durham, DL12
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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A ground floor three bed family accomodation located on the outskirts of Middleton-in-teesdale. Lovely spacious gardens with great views. Shop and pub 4 mins walk. Barnard Castle 10 miles. (Ref. 955251)

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


for 7 nights $741

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A row of shops on a street including a bespoke tailoring shop and a gelato store at The Flat in Barnard Castle
32
Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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A first class 18th century apartment located in the centre of Barnard Castle. Stylish throughout with a blend of modern and original features. WiFi. Off road parking. Perfect location for a romantic break. (Ref. 918609)

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


for 7 nights $451

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A stone house with two windows and a driveway next to a lawn with bushes at Westholme Mickleton Teesdale
30
Mickleton, Teesdale, County Durham, DL12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A lovely detached stone cottage, sitting in the village of Mickleton. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Family-friendly. Middleton-In-Teesdale 2.1 miles; Barnard Castle 8.5 miles (Ref. 1040616)

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


for 7 nights $1049

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A stone cottage exterior with cobblestone courtyard blue table and chairs and red flowers at Jacks Cottage in Wolsingham
35
Wolsingham, County Durham, DL13
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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17a Front Street is a stylish cottage resting in the town of Wolsingham in Durham. Romantic. Roadside parking. Near national park. Bishop Auckland 10.2 miles; Durham 14.3 miles; Barnard Castle 16.3 miles; Newcastle 24.9 miles. (Ref. 1156878)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights $454

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An old stone and brick building with arched windows and a black iron fence around it at The Miners Hall Retreat in Stanley County Durham
107
Stanley, County Durham, County Durham, DH9
  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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The Miners Hall, a breathtaking converted chapel located in the quaint town of Stanley, County Durham. Stained-glass windows. Hot tub. Sauna. Jukebox. Durham 8.8 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 11 miles; Sunderland 17.3 miles. (Ref. 1128283)

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


for 7 nights $2277

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A stone cottage with a slate roof surrounded by bushes and trees at Low Thearns in Middleton-In-Teesdale
50
Middleton-In-Teesdale, County Durham, DL12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

A charming stone-fronted cottage in the heart of Middleton-in-Tessdale, County Durham. Woodburning stove. Ground-floor living. Enclosed garden. Games room. Barnard Castle 9.5 miles; Appleby-in-Westmorland 22.8 miles; Darlington 23.7 miles. (Ref. 1085244)

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


for 7 nights $569

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A stone cottage with two windows and a door accessed by stone steps on a grassy slope at East Crossthwaite Cottage in Middleton-In-Teesdale
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Middleton-In-Teesdale, County Durham, DL12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A well-presented cottage situated near the town of Middleton-in-Teesdale. Open views of the valley and fells. Hot tub. Barnard Castle 10 miles. (Ref. 949429)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights $714

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A living room with a sofa and television at Bracken Cottage in Stanhope
33
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


for 7 nights $497

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A narrow road bordered by stone walls leading to a stone building with arched windows at Newbiggin Chapel in Newbiggin near Middleton-In-Teesdale
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Newbiggin near Middleton-In-Teesdale, County Durham, DL12
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A wonderful Grade II listed converted church resting in Newbiggin, near Middleton-in-Teesdale, in County Durham. Original features. Characterful. Off-road parking. Reverse-level. Barnard Castle 12.5 miles. (Ref. 1066719)

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


for 7 nights $785

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A stone house with large windows a flower bed and outdoor seating at Jacob's Lodge in Eggleston
95
Eggleston, County Durham, DL12
  • Sleeps16
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Outstanding property surrounded by impressive countryside views. External leisure suite with hot tub and sauna. Ground floor bedrooms, en-suites. Two sitting rooms, one with woodburner. Barnard Castle 6 miles. (Ref. 927149)

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


for 7 nights $2920

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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
6
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


for 7 nights $404

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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
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Durham, County Durham, DH7
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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

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


for 7 nights $694

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A row of terraced houses with front doors and flowers at the entrance at Mill Cottage in Wolsingham near Durham
31
Wolsingham near Durham, County Durham, DL13
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A delightful mid-terrace cottage is the pretty village of Wolsingham, County Durham. Centrally located and ideal for a romantic break. WiFi. Enclosed garden. Bishop Auckland 10 miles. (Ref. 936992)

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  • Dishwasher
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for 7 nights $604

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A river with bushes and trees along the bank and houses on a stone wall in Barnard Castle
56
Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

18 Thorngate Wynd is a wonderful, dog-friendly holiday cottage in Barnard Castle, County Durham with breathtaking views over the River Tees. Staindrop 6.3 miles; Richmond 15.1 miles; Darlington 16.3 miles; Durham 24.9 miles. (Ref. 1149426)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights $661

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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
32
Middleton-In-Teesdale, County Durham, DL12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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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


for 7 nights $668

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A stone cottage with a small wooden table and two chairs outside at Larl Cottage in Middleton-In-Teesdale
18
Middleton-In-Teesdale, County Durham, DL12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    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)

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  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights $425

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A stone house with multiple windows and a wooden bench outside at The Barn in Frosterley
68
Frosterley, County Durham, DL13
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

  • Sykes rating

This beautiful, semi-detached cottage rests in Frosterley, Durham. Hot tub. Enclosed garden. Woodburning stove. Close to amenities. Consett 13.9 miles; Barnard Castle 17.3 miles; Durham 17.2 miles. (Ref. 1071176)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
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for 7 nights $1071

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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 

Types of North East Holidays 

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.