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Hamsterley, Bishop Auckland, self-catering holiday cottages, barns, rural retreats and lodges to rent in County Durham, England

6 properties

Henry at Holly House Farm

, Richmond, North Yorkshire, Northern England, England
Online Booking Available
Viewed 24 times recently.
Price from £730
Next available 27/10 to 03/11/23
sleeps  18 sleeps 18
9 bedrooms 9 bedrooms
7 bathrooms 7 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome  2 pets

9 bedroom dog-friendly holiday cottage

9 bedroom dog-friendly holiday cottage in North Yorkshire with hot tub, wood stove and garden.

Luxurious sleeps 8 pet-friendly holiday farmhouse with fantastic terrace with pizza oven and BBQ, plus inviting outdoor hot tub and excellent location close to Richmond and the Yorkshire Dales National Park

Facilities & Features: TVFree WifiOutdoor Hot Tub
Best for: Family-friendly, Pet-Friendly Breaks

The Coach house at Scargill Lodge

, Scargill, County Durham, Northern England, England
Online Booking Available
Viewed 23 times recently.
Price from £730
Next available 09/06 to 04/09/23
sleeps  2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
no dogs allowed No pets

1 bedroom dog-friendly holiday cottage

1 bedroom dog-friendly holiday cottage in County Durham with wood stove and garden.

Stylish unique romantic retreat close to both the Yorkshire Dales and North Pennines, ideal for couples

Facilities & Features: TVFree Wifi
Best for: Couples, Family-friendly, No Pets Holidays

Low Shipley Barn, North Pennines

, Barnard Castle, County Durham, Northern England, England
Online Booking Available
Viewed 12 times recently.
Price from £702
Next available 25/06 to 30/06/23
sleeps  4 sleeps 4
2 bedrooms 2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
1 dog welcome  1 pet

2 bedroom dog-friendly holiday rental

2 bedroom dog-friendly holiday rental in County Durham with woodburning stove and garden.

Escape to the country with a stay at this pretty stone-built cottage, with 2 bedrooms this property sleeps up to 4 plus 1 dog and features superb views over farmlands and pastures and is less than 10 minutes drive from Barnard Castle

Facilities & Features: TVFree Wifi
5 star rated
Best for: Families, Dogs Welcome Breaks

Burnhope Holiday Lodge

, Wearhead, County Durham, Northern England, England
Online Booking Available
Viewed 9 times recently.
Price from £3883
Next available 10/06 to 23/06/23
sleeps  18 sleeps 18
9 bedrooms 9 bedrooms
9 bathrooms 9 bathrooms
4 dogs welcome  4 pets

9 bedroom pet-friendly holiday house

9 bedroom pet-friendly holiday house in County Durham with games room, real fireplace and garden.

Impressive large country house in County Durham with 9 bedrooms, an elegant interior including a games room with a full size snooker table, inspiring countryside views over the nearby hills and moorlands along with a fantastic setting on a hillside, this pet-friendly holiday home sleeps up to 18 and is ideal for large groups of friends or family

Facilities & Features: TVFree WifiGames room
5 star rated
Best for: Family holidays, Dog-Friendly Breaks

Ash Lodge

, Copley, County Durham, Northern England, England
Price from £324
sleeps  2 sleeps 2
1 bedrooms 1 bedroom
1 bathrooms 1 bathroom
1 dog welcome  1 pet

1 bedroom dog-friendly holiday cottage

1 bedroom dog-friendly holiday cottage in County Durham with garden.

Cockfield 2

Facilities & Features:
4 star rated
Best for: Couples, Dogs Welcome Breaks

The Hay Barn

, South Hetton, County Durham, Northern England, England
Price from £1223
Next available 16/06 to 04/07/23
sleeps  6 sleeps 6
3 bedrooms 3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms 2 bathrooms
2 dogs welcome  2 pets

3 bedroom dog-friendly holiday rental

3 bedroom dog-friendly holiday rental in County Durham with wood stove, open fire and garden.

3 Bedroom Pet-Friendly Rural Retreat close to the Durham Heritage Coast

Facilities & Features: TVFree Wifi
5 star rated
Best for: Families, Pet-Friendly Breaks
* Price quoted is not inclusive of any applicable booking fees or local charges.
Hamsterley is a small village found in historic County Durham, set in a heightened position above the upper reaches of the Wear Valley. Only around 15 miles from the Yorkshire Dales National Park, this tranquil setting could be perfect for those seeking a rural retreat or country getaway in the north of England.

About Cottage Breaks in Hamsterley, Bishop Auckland


The area near Hamsterley is a haven for those who enjoy hiking, cycling, horse-riding and wildlife watching, with a vast number of paths and trails on offer, it is also an excellent area for walking.  The Yorkshire Dales National Park is also a natural choice when it comes to hiking and walking with the added benefit of some truly inspiring landscapes to reward you en route.  

Another day out to enjoy on a cottage holiday in this part of Durham is to the beautiful city of Durham which is found approximately half an hour away from Hamsterley.  Durham can be recommended on account of its stunning architecture and for a great range of shops, pubs and restaurants. Durham is also of course home to the impressive Durham Castle and Cathedral World Heritage Site which is well worth a visit.

Self-catering accommodation options in Durham include country cottages, mansions, log cabins and even chalets. The self-catering accommodation shown below are those available in and near to the village of Hamsterley.

Book a Hamsterley, Bishop Auckland cottage and look forward to discovering some of the best of County Durham on holiday.