Family-friendly holiday rentals in Lanchester

Honey House - Dogs welcome!

Full house! Refurbished in 2024 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1901 stone built house Central heating, enclosed rear garden/patio, usb sockets throughout property Kitchen: Oven & hob, washing machine, fridge, kettle, toaster, microwave, garden view Bedroom 1: Double bed, dressing table, wardrobes, pull-out single bed (for optional 5th guest) Bedroom 2: Double bed, wardrobe Bathroom: toilet, washbasin, corner shower Beamish - 5 miles Newcastle - 12 miles Durham - 11 miles Bus stop less than 200m away

Apple Tree Cottage Durham

The cottage is a 2 bedroom mid terrace which sleeps 4 people. It comprises of entrance hall front living room with entertainment wall hosting the 58” smart TV. The dining room has a log burner. There is a well equipped fitted kitchen with dishwasher. A fully fitted bathroom with double ended bath and separated corner showeR. Oil central heating with double glazed anthracite windows and doors. Free car parking places front and rear of the property and a block paved private seating area.

Bodos’ Woodland Shepards Hut

Bodos Hut sits in the heart of our woodland offering immersive sounds of wildlife, privacy & a relaxing experience. From the luxury of the cosy cabin, you can enjoy a dining experience inside the Hut or step outside and dine amongst the nature of the woodland. Enjoy a private hot hut or outdoor bath in the summer air or take comfort in the Sauna during colder months. Complimentary bath salts, robes & towels provided. Up to 2 dogs welcome at £20 per stay 🐶 Insta 📷 @ southfieldescapes

Luxury Pod with Jacuzzi Hot Tub

Derecroft Glamping Luxury Lodgepods sit on a hilltop near the village of Lanchester, with spectacular views across County Durham countryside. Breath-taking views of Durham Valley farmland can be spied from all the windows of the ultra-spacious pods. Each sleeps up to four people in total comfort, with hot showers in the en-suite bathroom (bed linen, towels, bathroom products, robes and slippers are all provided). In the dining and seating area, there’s ample space for chilled downtime.

15 Ivesley Cottage Waterhouses Durham DH7 9AY

Ivesley Cottage. The cottage is a two bedroom mid terrace property sleeping 4 people. It has an open planned dining/lounge with a log effect burner for cosy nights, a well equipped fitted kitchen, separate utility, a fully fitted bathroom (over bath shower), oil central heating, double glazed windows and composite outer doors. There is car parking to the front & private drive for 2 cars at the rear of the property, a block paved yard and a large garden with patio seating area.

Contemporary Luxury Barn in County Durham

The Byre is a beautiful, luxurious and contemporary, 1-bed barn conversion and the perfect base to explore the Northeast. Only 3 miles from the village of Lanchester, 10 miles from historical Durham City and 15 miles from Newcastle, The Byre is ideally placed to enjoy everything this wonderful area has to offer, from cities and the coast to local attractions such as Beamish and Hadrian's Wall to lovely local scenic walks on the Lanchester Valley Walk and farm shops.

Dairy Cottage

We have recently updated our Dairy cottage, by fitting an new kitchen and new windows ! Our Dairy cottage has a double room and a twin room, a modern bathroom, and a cosy living/dining/kitchen area with Smart TV and a wood burning stove ----- the stove is just for fun, there is gas central heating as well to keep it toasty warm. Set on a working sheep farm, the cottage is a great base for local attractions like Beamish Museum, Durham and Hadrian's wall.

Beautiful modern barn. Parking place included.

This little oasis of green is in a super handy location on the edge of the greenbelt, yet near the Team Valley, Metrocentre and Newcastle. There's a bus stop directly outside, with buses into central Newcastle every 30min in the day. Watergate Forest Park is right next door, with a fantastic cafe, lake, swans & lots of other wildlife. We're only a couple of miles from the C2C cycle route, with easy access to lots of other cycle routes & walks.

The Oaks

The Oaks is attached to our home. It has its own private entrance from the outside and internal doors are locked. It is an ensuite room set out like a hotel room. PLEASE NOTE THIS IS OUR FAMILY HOME AND IS NOT SUITED FOR A ROMANTIC/ PASSIONATE NIGHT AWAY BUT FOR GUESTS WANTING A PEACEFUL GETAWAY.. Wooden stairs lead up to this first floor bedroom that has its own decked area with outside furniture to enjoy the fantastic views.

Glamping Pod w/ BBQ Area & Onsite Café

🌿 Escape to Luxury on the Edge of the Durham Dales Wake up to fresh countryside air and your own beautifully crafted glamping pod. Set on the doorstep of the Durham Dales, enjoy peaceful views, modern comfort, and our on-site café serving breakfast, lunch, and homebaked cakes. Perfect for romantic escapes, family adventures, trips with friends or team retreats — it’s the ideal place to switch off and reconnect.

Beautiful countryside Barn conversion

Swallow cottage offers everything you need for a peaceful getaway. A 17th century grade 2 listed barn, newly renovated to a high standard, maintaining original beams throughout and stonework. Step inside this spacious cottage and you will have everything you require for a wonderful stay. The space is very open plan and bright which brings the beautiful rolling views of the Tyne Valley countryside inside.

Woodland Retreat Beamish & Durham Nearby”

Escape to the County Durham countryside and enjoy a peaceful stay surrounded by open views, cosy interiors, and rural charm. Nestled beside our farm down a quiet private road, this spacious and well-equipped cottage sits in a peaceful valley just a few miles from historic Durham and Beamish Museum. With countryside views from every window, surrounding lawns and woodland create the perfect relaxing retreat.