Short Breaks in Durham

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Short Breaks in Durham

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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
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Shadforth near Durham, County Durham, DH6
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    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

7 nights from £566

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A stone cottage with red tiled roof two wooden doors four windows a gravel driveway and a wooden shed at Orchard Cottage in Durham
16
Durham, County Durham, DH1
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

Outstanding detached stone-built property, close to Durham city. Oozing character and charm with original features, flagstone flooring and exposed stonework. Two woodburning stoves. Hot tub. Durham 3 miles. (Ref. 919585)

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

7 nights from £793

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An exterior view of a stone and stucco cottage with red tiled roof and surrounding greenery at Mordon Moor Cottage Sedgefield County Durham
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Sedgefield, County Durham, County Durham, TS21
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A charming, single storey, detached cottage resting in a rural location on the outskirts of Sedgefield, Durham. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Lockable bike store. Sedgefield 1.7 miles; Blackhall Colliery 14.2 miles; Durham 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1135075)

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

7 nights from £443

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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
New property
43
Durham, County Durham, DH1
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    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)

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

7 nights from £856

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A living room with two brown leather sofas a wooden coffee table with flowers and glasses at The Old Assembly Rooms in Bishop Auckland
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Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14
  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

The Old Assembly Rooms is a first-floor apartment settled into the town of Bishop Auckland, Durham. Close to a shop and a pub. Near AONB. Durham 10.7 miles; Barnard Castle 14.8 miles; North Pennines AONB 16 miles. (Ref. 978899)

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

7 nights from £471

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A three-story brick apartment building with a blue entrance door surrounded by trees at 8 Eureka Mews Kimblesworth near Durham
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Kimblesworth near Durham, County Durham, DH2
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

Well-equipped, spacious apartment with security gates, close to central Durham. En-suite. Off road parking. Easy access to all major routes. Durham 3 miles. (Ref. 925839)

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

7 nights from £586

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The exterior of a single-story house with a garage door a lamppost a stone retaining wall and potted plants at Bankwell Cottage in Causey near Sunniside
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Causey near Sunniside, Tyne and Wear, NE16
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A spacious, detached barn conversion in the village of Causey near Sunniside, County Durham. Countryside views. Close to heritage railway line. Enclosed garden. Barbecue. Pet-friendly. Beamish 3.9 miles; Gateshead 5.3 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 7 miles. (Ref. 1013292)

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

7 nights from £457

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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
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Tan Hills near Plawsworth, County Durham, DH2
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    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)

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

7 nights from £586

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Exterior view of a two-story house with white walls yellow trim and multiple windows at Glebe House in Dalton-le-Dale near Murton County Durham
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Dalton-le-Dale near Murton, County Durham, County Durham, SR7
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A lovely annex resting in Dalton-le-Dale near Murton, Durham. Woodburning stove. Near the beach. Off-road parking. Seaham 2.7 miles; Sunderland 8 miles; Durham 10.8 miles. (Ref. 1088515)

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

7 nights from £771

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An entrance with a door and window at Cottage 10 in Brandon, County Durham
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Brandon, County Durham, County Durham, DH7
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

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Cottage 8 is a compact, pet-friendly cottage resting in Brandon, Durham, boasting designated off-road parking, Smart TV, and an open-plan living space. Durham 3 miles; Bishop Auckland 8.8 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 20.1 miles; Middlesbrough 25.7 miles. (Ref. 1173953)

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

7 nights from £401

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Cosy Cottage 1 - 1173941 - photo 1
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Brandon, County Durham, County Durham, DH7
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

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Cottage 1 is a conventional, pet-friendly cottage located in Brandon, Durham, boasting designated off-road parking, open-plan living, and Smart TV. Durham 3 miles; Bishop Auckland 8.8 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 20.1 miles; Middlesbrough 25.7 miles. (Ref. 1173941)

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

7 nights from £380

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Cosy Cottage 2 - 1173946 - photo 1
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Brandon, County Durham, County Durham, DH7
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

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Cottage 2 is a functional, pet-friendly cottage resting in Brandon, Durham, equipped with off-road parking, Smart TV, and an open-plan living space. Durham 3 miles; Bishop Auckland 8.8 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 20.1 miles; Middlesbrough 25.7 miles. (Ref. 1173946)

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

7 nights from £375

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An exterior view of a stone building with a porch at Cottage 9 in Brandon, County Durham
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Brandon, County Durham, Northumberland, DH7
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    Sykes Rating

Cottage 9 is a functional, pet-friendly cottage resting in Brandon, Durham, boasting family-friendly amenities, off-road parking, and a Smart TV. Durham 3 miles; Bishop Auckland 8.8 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 20.1 miles; Middlesbrough 25.7 miles. (Ref. 1173955)

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

7 nights from £401

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Cosy Cottage 3 - 1173947 - photo 1
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Brandon, County Durham, County Durham, DH7
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    Sykes Rating

Cottage 3 is a practical, pet-friendly cottage resting in Brandon, Durham, boasting family-friendly amenities, open-plan living, and off-road parking. Durham 3 miles; Bishop Auckland 8.8 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 20.1 miles; Middlesbrough 25.7 miles. (Ref. 1173947)

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

7 nights from £375

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Cosy Cottage 5 - 1173950 - photo 1
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Brandon, County Durham, County Durham, DH7
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

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Spacious Cottage Number 5 is a fine, pet-friendly cottage located in Brandon, Durham, boasting open-plan living and designated, off-road parking. Durham 3 miles; Bishop Auckland 8.8 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 20.1 miles; Middlesbrough 25.7 miles. (Ref. 1173950)

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

7 nights from £410

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Spacious Cottage Number 6 - 1173951 - photo 1
New property
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Brandon, County Durham, County Durham, DH7
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    Sykes Rating

Spacious Cottage Number 6 is a compact, single-storey cottage located in the village of Brandon in Durham, boasting open-plan living and off-road parking. Durham 3 miles; Bishop Auckland 8.8 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 20.1 miles; Middlesbrough 25.7 miles. (Ref. 1173951)

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

7 nights from £412

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Cosy Cottage 4 - 1173948 - photo 1
New property
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Brandon, County Durham, County Durham, DH7
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    Sykes Rating

Cottage 4 is a charming, pet-friendly cottage situated in Brandon, Durham, boasting open-plan living, off-road parking, and family-friendly amenities. Durham 3 miles; Bishop Auckland 8.8 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 20.1 miles; Middlesbrough 25.7 miles. (Ref. 1173948)

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

7 nights from £375

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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
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Pelton Fell near Chester-Le-Street, County Durham, DH2
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    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)

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

7 nights from £605

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Premium 2 Bedroom Cottage Number 7 - 1173952 - photo 1
New property
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Brandon, County Durham, County Durham, DH7
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    Sykes Rating

Premium 2 Bedroom Cottage Number 7 is a fine, pet-friendly cottage resting in Brandon, Durham, with open-plan living, enclosed courtyard, and Smart TVs. Durham 3 miles; Bishop Auckland 8.8 miles; Newcastle upon Tyne 20.1 miles; Middlesbrough 25.7 miles. (Ref. 1173952)

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

7 nights from £560

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A living room with sofas armchair coffee table TV and fireplace at 195 Durham Road in Leadgate in Consett
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Leadgate in Consett, County Durham, DH8
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A charming, terraced house in Consett, County Durham. Dog-friendly. Enclosed rear courtyard. Countryside views. Near AONB and National Park. Durham 11.4 miles; Newcastle-upon-Tyne 13 miles; Sunderland 20.8 miles. (Ref. 1123920)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from £366

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Trying to find somewhere unique to spend your next city break? If so, then we’d highly recommend taking a look at these properties for short breaks in Durham in the delightful County Durham! 

Why Short Breaks in Durham? 

Looking to book a couple of days away for a fantastic city break? If so, then booking one of these properties for weekend breaks in Durham is a brilliant idea to think about.  

Found in the North East of England, this city is known for its university, stunning architecture and quaint atmosphere. Home to attractions like Durham Castle and the imposing Durham Cathedral, it makes for a unique and interesting place to consider booking your next escape. 

Places to Visit during Weekend Breaks in Durham 

When it comes to planning your time during your short break in Durham, you and your guests will have plenty of places to discover and explore within driving distance from your property.  

If you’re hoping to spend some time in the countryside, then taking a 45-minute drive to the town of Middleton-in-Teesdale is a great idea to consider. Found on the edge of the stunning Pennines, it serves as a great place to park up and embark on a scenic walk, with plenty of trails and paths leading out from the town into the hills. 

On the other hand, the city of Newcastle is also situated just a 30-minute drive away and also makes for an exciting place to visit during short breaks in Durham. Known for its large population and vibrant city centre, it boasts tonnes of places to eat, drink and shop, as well as some popular attractions like Newcastle Castle and iconic landmarks like the Tyne Bridge and the Grey’s Monument. 

Other Popular Destinations to Visit during Short Breaks in Durham: 

Barnard Castle 

Bishop Auckland 

Hexham 

Kirkby Stephen 

Whitley Bay 

Types of Durham Holidays 

Along with these short breaks in Durham, there’s also a host of hot tub cottages in Durham to take a look at, as well as a full collection of Durham cottages. 

If you’re still unsure about where to book, take a look at this full collection of weekend cottage breaks or these other UK city breaks!