Title: Dairy Cottage - E5279 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Dairy Cottage - E5279 ![Dishwasher, freezer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70050000/70049100/70049007/50ef3ca8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70050000/70049100/70049007/599c1196.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70050000/70049100/70049007/cbd4f9a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70050000/70049100/70049007/8cd8929f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70050000/70049100/70049007/8be9dd11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Dairy Cottage offers a tranquil retreat amidst rolling countryside, just a 20-minute walk from Durham's historic city centre. Set in 4-acre grounds with garden furniture and fishing on River Wear, this converted dairy boasts beautiful bathrooms, spacious living room with double height beamed ceiling and minstrel balcony. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Dairy Cottage - E5279 Just a 20 minute walk along the river will transport you from the rolling hills that surround Dairy Cottage into the historical city of Durham.. 1 step to entrance. Ground Floor: Living room: Freeview TV Dining room: Sofa Bed (Double) (Flexible Sleeping Only) Kitchen: (2 Steps), Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet First Floor: Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot. 4-acre garden with garden furniture (shared). Fishing on River Wear free of charge. Parking. No smoking. Please note: There is a beck in the garden.. Located less than a mile from the city centre, tucked away down a country lane and surrounded by rolling countryside, this converted dairy has been renovated to a good standard with a well-equipped kitchen, beautiful bathrooms, spacious living room with double height beamed ceiling and minstrel balcony. Set by the owners’ home and sharing their 4-acre grounds, a 20-minute walk along the riverside takes you directly into Durham city where you can enjoy excellent cafés, restaurants and shopping. Steeped in history, Durham is renowned for its spectacular architecture and the UNESCO World Heritage site of Durham Cathedral and Castle along with its famous university which dates back to the 13th century. Enjoy a 10-minute train journey into the vibrant city of Newcastle and only 45 minutes to historical York. Shop and pub serving food 0.5 miles. Free WiFi There are steps within the property. There is open water in the property grounds. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Freezer ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Living room ### Outdoor areas - Balcony/patio - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Fishing ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Durham su-E5279-E5279 Vrbo Property Private vacation home Vrbo Property Private vacation home Durham ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.77142%2C-1.55348&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=23A17ik4DmWBCUByhqgGQ7CTl3Q=) Durham #### What's nearby - Durham University - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Gala Theatre Durham - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles - Durham Cathedral - 6 min drive - 1.1 miles - Durham Castle - 6 min drive - 1.1 miles - Crook Hall and Gardens - 7 min drive - 2.7 miles #### Getting around - Durham Station - 13 min drive - Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 48 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Chemistry Café - ‬19 min walk - ‪The Shoes - ‬15 min walk - ‪China Diner - ‬14 min walk - ‪Bell's Fish & Chips - ‬16 min walk - ‪The Neighbourhood - ‬19 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Dairy Cottage - E5279 pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Dairy Cottage - E5279? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Dairy Cottage - E5279? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Dairy Cottage - E5279 located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Durham University, St. Nicholas Church and Durham Indoor Market. Durham World Heritage Site Visitor Centre and Gala Theatre Durham are also within 1 mile (2 km). Durham Station is 28 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Dairy Cottage - E5279 Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### John Dixon 11 May 2025 #### Great cottage great location quite visiting family in Durham so perfect for the purpose. Great cottage great location quite visiting family in Durham so perfect for the purpose. Amenities close by easy walk to Durham would be happy to go back. ##### John Dixon This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beverley 21 Sept 2020 #### Gorgeous cottage on outskirts of Durham which is a short walk away along the river bank. Gorgeous cottage on outskirts of Durham which is a short walk away along the river bank. Lovely quiet location with views of Durham Cathedral it is truly stunning. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Beverley This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### janice 13 Aug 2020 #### A really well appointed spacious cottage in a great location only 25 mins walk from the centre of Du A really well appointed spacious cottage in a great location only 25 mins walk from the centre of Durham and 15 to the nearest pub and Indian. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### janice This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda 30 Jul 2020 #### An excellent, well-equipped and comfortable cottage where we were given a warm welcome. An excellent, well-equipped and comfortable cottage where we were given a warm welcome. Easy walking distance of Durham with plenty of footpaths and countryside to explore. Would definitely recommend. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Amanda This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen 28 Jan 2020 #### This is a wonderful cottage in a great location. This is a wonderful cottage in a great location. The property is very spacious yet comfortable and homely. So relaxing here I didn't feel the need to go out just because I was on holiday. There is a large screen TV, plenty of games and books, plus you can cook up a storm in the well equipped kitchen. The accommodation itself is within a 30 minute stroll along the river to Durham centre and even during Covid-19, there are plenty of eateries offering excellent food. This property I would highly recommend. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Karen This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### BELL 10 Nov 2019 #### A very nice converted barn, with Durham town centre a 20 minute stroll away along the river Wear. A very nice converted barn, with Durham town centre a 20 minute stroll away along the river Wear. ##### BELL This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colin 4 Oct 2019 #### Dairy Cottage is a lovely cottage with lots of room inside to really unwind and enjoy your break, it Dairy Cottage is a lovely cottage with lots of room inside to really unwind and enjoy your break, it is very close to the river which has a path into Durham, we had very good weather ( Sept ) so walked into Durham rather than using the car. We would recommend this cottage. ##### Colin This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathryn 15 Sept 2019 #### L Loved the location of this warm cosy cottage ##### Kathryn This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Kirsten 18 Aug 2019 #### Great location to get to Durham city centre and only 25 mins from Seaham. Great location to get to Durham city centre and only 25 mins from Seaham. ##### Kirsten This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### DEREK 4 May 2019 #### Ideal position for 20 min slow level walk into centre of Durham. Ideal position for 20 min slow level walk into centre of Durham. Great for shops and getting out and about. Highly recommend. 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