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Welcome
to the Vacation Rentals Directory of holiday cottages in County
Durham. Our Durham cottages are available either as vacation rentals
by owner, or through a cottage rental agency.
| FELLSIDE COTTAGE, Ireshopeburn in Weardale
Sleeping up to 4 people
Charming old stone cottage with beamed ceilings situated in scenic peaceful North Pennines (see David Bellamy's book "England's Last Wilderness") Walk straight from the front door, explore waterfalls, moors, rivers. Go bird watching, cycling, fishing, pony trekking.
The open plan living room has dining and well equipped kitchen areas. A curving staircase leads to 2 single bedrooms and bathroom with small bath tub with shower. The smaller single bedroom has a junior divan.
Another narrow staircase leads to the cosy, beamed, double-bedded loft bedroom.
Perfect for visiting local mine museums, Alston Narrow Gauge Steam Railway, Hamsterley Forest, Durham, Newcastle, Lake District, Northumberland, Hadrian's Wall. Local heated outdoor pool. |  | | Click photos for details |  |
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| INGOE COTTAGE, Weardale
Sleeping up to 4 people
A delightful stone cottage set in a peaceful position overlooking the village of Westgate in Weardale.
<b>An unspoilt dale set high in the Pennines, designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a walkers paradise.</b> Many quiet roads and off road routes for cyclists (close to C2C)</B>
A wealth of natural elements to enjoy: rivers, waterfalls, moors, Hamsterley forest. Fishing locally and pony trekking nearby.
Local attractions: Killhope Wheel-lead mining centre, <b>Alston - highest Market Town in England;</b> home of the Alston narrow guage steam railway.
An ideal point for exploring the North of England. <b>All within 1 hours drive: the Lake District, Hadrians Wall, Northumberland Coast, Beamish Museum, and the Metro Centre.</b> |  | | Click photos for details |  |
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| THE COTTAGE, FAR EAST HOPE, Barningham
Sleeping up to 4 people
Cottage part of traditional farmhouse. Situated base of Stang forest, 1000ft high on Barningham Moor. Panoramic views over Teesdale and Pennines. Easy access to Dales, Moors and Lake District. Plenty of walks directly from door. Wildlife, etc. Cottage centrally heated, open coal fire, beams downstairs. Television, video recorder, DVD player. Fully fitted kitchen including hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine. Two bedrooms. Bathroom with shower. Use of garden. Garden furniture. Ample car parking. Nearest town Barnard Castle which is a market town with historic castle ruins and The Bowes Museum. Richmond 12 miles. Pretty village of Reeth nearby. |  | | Click photos for details |  |
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| THE RED BRICK BARN, Rookhope
Sleeping up to 4 people
Our Red Brick Barn is located on a hillside in the beautiful, unspoilt "North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty", and just outside the tiny village of Rookhope.
The Barn is situated close to our home within 7 acres of farmland which you can freely roam. We have hens, ducks and geese and so eggs are plentiful. We can provide meals and packed lunches although the barn has a fully equipped kitchen. A laundry service is available.
There are many public footpaths on our doorstep along with plenty of other activities or you may wish to just relax and enjoy the peace away from the usual hectic routines.
We are extremely pet and child friendly! |  | | Click photos for details |  |
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| PASTURE COTTAGE, High Doctor Pasture
Sleeping up to 4 people
Extremely comfortable, non smoking self catering family accommodation <b>in beautiful Durham Dales.</b>
Situated in an idyllic rural location, one mile from the village of Wolsingham, Pasture Cottage can be booked for up to 4 people or booked for up to 6 people. . Recently refurbished (rated 4 star), the decoration/ facilities are to a very high standard. The property offers a games room and garden. Open all year- special Christmas / New Year package. Heated swimming pool available locally.
Whether walking the fells, fishing on Tunstall Reservoir, biking, horse riding in Hamsterley forest, visiting the many historical landmarks or just relaxing in the garden, time spent at Pasture Cottage will refresh and invigorate the senses. Durham (20 mins) and Newcastle (45mins).
Fun for the family at Metroland and Diggerland. Visit Bowes Museum, Beamish Museum, High Force or Hadrian's Wall, or spend a day exploring the beautiful North East Coastline including Lindisfarne and The Farne Islands. |  | | Click photos for details |  |
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| MARINERS VIEW, Hartlepool
Sleeping up to 4 people
This spacious sea front apartment with uninterupted
coastal and beach views, the attractive moving apartment
(with lift) enjoys stunning sea views from the balcony,
overlooking the sea and harbour. Set close to restaurants
and smart pubs on this up and coming marina, yet a short
walk to the town centre with theatre cinema ans shopping
mall. Centrally located to enjoy many visitor attractions
over the Teeside Valley. Durham, Yorkshire, Hadrian's
wall, Newcastle and the Northumberland Heritage Coast all
within easy driving distance. Can be booked with the
opposite apartment for larger groups. Shops, pubs,
restaurants 500yards. |  | | Click photos for details |
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| STABLE 2 , Castleside
Sleeping up to 4 people
The farm offers seclusion and peace to those who desire it. However, the wonderful tourist attractions of North West Durham and Northumbria are easily accessible. Places like Durham City, Newcastle, Hexham, Corbridge and the Metro Centre offer the ultimate in shopping experience.
The Roman Wall, various Roman forts, numerous Castles, Cathedral, Abbeys and other historical sites are within easy travelling distance.
We have Beamish Museum, Killhope Wheel and many other museums well worth a visit.
On top of all this the countryside is especially attractive for walking and cycling.
There are several supermarkets within easy driving distance. A selection of takeaways, pubs and hotels within easy driving distance.
There is plenty of safe parking space in the farmyard.
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| BURNBRAE COTTAGE, St. John's Chaple
Sleeping up to 5 people
Burnbrae is a spacious detached stone built cottage dating from 1895 situated very close to the shops, inns, restaurant and market square. The cottage is set back from the main street with its own lawned garden and off street parking.
St. John's Chaple is a pleasant village with a small market square, well served by its half dozen shops, three pubs and two churches. There is a regular bus service to Alston and Stanhope.
St. John's Chaple is situated on the A689 Alston to Stanhope road. The house is located 20 metres off the main road, down a driveway, behind the newsagent. Brunbrae is in the centre of the village as the main road passes over and old stone bridge. |  | | Click photos for details |  |
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| FIVE GABLES COTTAGE, Binchester
Sleeping up to 5 people
Five Gables is a Victorian miner's cottage with country views built circa 1860, opposite the owners' home. Completely re-furbished with facilities and equipment for five guests to sleep in two bedrooms. Lawn, gardens and parking to rear. A footpath leads to the woods and Auckland Walk, useful for exercising dogs and their owners.
<b>The cottage is some fifteen minutes from Durham, two hours from York or the Lake District, an hour and a half from the Scottish Borders and three hours from Edinburgh.</B>
It is an ideal centre for Durham World Heritage Site, the Dales, sea-side, North Yorkshire and North East England. There are several golf courses in the area, as well as a number of pubs who serve good and reasonably priced food.
<b>Short breaks are available for 4 nights commencing Saturday or 3 nights commencing Wednesday.
Contact owner for short break and bank holiday offer details during High Season.</b> |  | | Click photos for details |  |
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| GILL BANK FARM HOLIDAY COTTAGE, Bishop Auckland
Sleeping up to 5 people
A warm and cheerful atmosphere awaits you from your hosts Anne and Arnold. Our Farm is a fully operational Farm, peacefully situated in the beautiful Teesdale Countryside. Gill Bank Cottage is a cosy Cottage on the edge of the village of Butterknowle.
The area is perfect for walking and exploring small village sand beauty spots e.g Durham City, Killhope Wheel, Beamish Open Air Museum, High Force, Bowes Museum and Raby Castle only to name a few. |  | | Click photos for details |  |
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