# Holiday cottages near The Bowes Museum — 187 within 10 miles (2026) > 187 holiday cottages within 10 miles of The Bowes Museum in Barnard Castle, County Durham. The nearest is Stang View, under 0.2 miles away. 128 accept dog… Source: https://staycation.co.uk/near/the-bowes-museum/cottages (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. 187 within 10 miles · nearest first **In short:** 187 holiday cottages within 10 miles of The Bowes Museum in Barnard Castle, County Durham. The nearest is Stang View, under 0.2 miles away. 128 accept dogs. Prices start from £200 for a week. Updated 9 November 2026 · Distances are straight-line · Ratings from Google · [About The Bowes Museum](https://staycation.co.uk/barnard-castle/attractions/the-bowes-museum) [Cottages 187](https://staycation.co.uk/near/the-bowes-museum/cottages) [Camping 27](https://staycation.co.uk/near/the-bowes-museum/camping) [Hotels 10](https://staycation.co.uk/near/the-bowes-museum/hotels) [Places to eat in Barnard Castle](https://staycation.co.uk/barnard-castle/restaurants) [under 0.2 miles Barnard Castle · Dogs welcome Stang View Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £373 a week Two-bedroom mid-terrace cottage in Barnard Castle, County Durham, sleeping four.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/stang-view-syk1027047) [🏨Cottages 0.2 miles Durham · Dogs welcome Southview Barn Sleeps 6 · 2 bedrooms · from £417 a week Stone barn conversion near Durham with two bedrooms, ground-floor layout, and a wood burner; one dog stays free.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/southview-barn-uk45608) [🏨Cottages 0.2 miles Durham · Dogs welcome Dove Cottage Sleeps 2 · 2 bedrooms · from £317 a week Grade II-listed stone cottage near Barnard Castle with two bedrooms, one bathroom, and a garden; pets stay free.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/dove-cottage-cc211120) [🏨Cottages 0.3 miles Durham Chapel Court Apartment Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · from £503 a week One-bedroom apartment in Durham city centre, ground floor with parking and all essentials included.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/chapel-court-apartment-uk49809) [0.3 miles Barnard Castle · Dogs welcome Church Cottage Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £334 a week Grade II listed cottage in Barnard Castle, County Durham, sleeping 4 in 2 bedrooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/church-cottage-syk931727) [🏨Cottages 0.3 miles Durham Olive Cottage Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £607 a week Two-bedroom cottage in Barnard Castle with hot tub, wood burner and full kitchen for self-catering breaks near Durham.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/olive-cottage-uk47737) [0.3 miles Barnard Castle · Dogs welcome Raven Cottage ★ 5.0 (2) Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £387 a week Stone cottage in Barnard Castle's historic heart, two bedrooms, one bathroom, sleeps four, with enclosed courtyard garden.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/raven-cottage-uk44417) [🏨Cottages 0.3 miles Barnard Castle The Print Shop Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · from £262 a week One-bedroom cottage for two in Barnard Castle, County Durham.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/the-print-shop-syk1103483) [🏨Cottages 0.3 miles Durham Swan Cottage Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £453 a week Two-bedroom cottage in Barnard Castle with wood-burning stove and garden, sleeps four.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/swan-cottage-uk36625) [🏨Cottages 0.3 miles Barnard Castle · Dogs welcome The Old Smithy Sleeps 8 · 4 bedrooms · from £619 a week Four-bedroom cottage in Barnard Castle, County Durham, sleeping 8.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/the-old-smithy-syk1062818) [0.3 miles Barnard Castle · Dogs welcome The Smithy Sleeps 16 · 8 bedrooms · from £1,604 a week Two adjoining cottages sleeping 16 in Barnard Castle, County Durham.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/the-smithy-syk1121670) [0.3 miles Barnard Castle · Dogs welcome Smithy Stables Sleeps 8 · 4 bedrooms · from £610 a week Four-bedroom house sleeping eight in Barnard Castle, County Durham; pets welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/smithy-stables-syk1183183) [0.3 miles Barnard Castle · Dogs welcome The Little Flat Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · from £242 a week One-bedroom flat sleeping 2 in Barnard Castle, County Durham; pets allowed.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/the-little-flat-syk983102) [🏨Cottages 0.3 miles Barnard Castle · Dogs welcome Ronnie's Roost Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £331 a week Two-bedroom second-floor apartment in Barnard Castle, County Durham, sleeping four with pets allowed.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/ronnies-roost-syk1078125) [🏨Cottages 0.3 miles Durham Old Bank House Sleeps 8 · 4 bedrooms · from £907 a week Old Bank House, Durham: four-bedroom listed townhouse with a wine cooler and three bathrooms, sleeping eight.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/old-bank-house-uk45479) [🏨Cottages 0.3 miles Barnard Castle The Flat Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £285 a week Three-storey apartment in Barnard Castle, County Durham, sleeping 4 in 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/the-flat-syk918609) [🏨Cottages 0.4 miles Durham Cobblers Cottage Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £513 a week Two-bedroom stone cottage near Durham and Barnard Castle, sleeping 4 with a pub within walking distance.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/cobblers-cottage-uk46686) [🏨Cottages 0.4 miles Barnard Castle · Dogs welcome 1 Claire House Way Sleeps 6 · 3 bedrooms · from £550 a week Three-bedroom house in Barnard Castle, County Durham, sleeping 6.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/1-claire-house-way-syk1107098) [🏨Cottages 0.4 miles Barnard Castle The Carriage House Sleeps 8 · 4 bedrooms · from £555 a week Four-bedroom detached townhouse in Barnard Castle, County Durham, sleeping eight.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/the-carriage-house-syk929734) [🏨Cottages 0.4 miles Barnard Castle · Dogs welcome 18 Thorngate Wynd Sleeps 5 · 3 bedrooms · from £437 a week Three-bedroom cottage in Barnard Castle, County Durham, sleeping 5.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/18-thorngate-wynd-syk1149426) [0.5 miles Durham · Dogs welcome Castle View ★ 4.6 (56) Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £503 a week Two-bedroom guest house in Durham village with castle views, one mile from a pub and walking routes.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/castle-view-uk52111) [🏨Cottages 0.5 miles Barnard Castle · Dogs welcome 1 The Riverside Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £347 a week Two-bedroom ground floor apartment in Barnard Castle, County Durham, sleeps 4.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/1-the-riverside-syk1081145) [0.5 miles Barnard Castle · Dogs welcome 1 Kyles Yard Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £363 a week Terraced cottage sleeping 4 in Barnard Castle, County Durham, with 2 bedrooms and parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/1-kyles-yard-syk1183253) [🏨Cottages 1.1 miles Durham · Dogs welcome Pasture Barn Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £533 a week Two-bedroom barn conversion near Durham with hot tub and parking for three cars; walking distance to Barnard Castle and the Durham Dales.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/pasture-barn-uk51087) [🏨Cottages 1.6 miles Durham Ashlea Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £393 a week Ashlea, County Durham: detached two-bedroom cottage on a working farm with woodburner, fully equipped kitchen and enclosed garden.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/ashlea-ukc2346) [🏨Cottages 1.9 miles Durham · Dogs welcome Cross Keys Farm Sleeps 7 · 3 bedrooms · from £811 a week Three-bedroom farmhouse near Durham with hot tub, countryside views and space for seven people plus one pet.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/cross-keys-farm-uk49707) [🏨Cottages 1.9 miles Whorlton · Dogs welcome Stables Cottage Sleeps 5 · 2 bedrooms · from £1,246 a week Two-bedroom ground-floor converted stable cottage near Whorlton, County Durham, sleeps 5.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/stables-cottage-syk1078952) [🏨Cottages 2.7 miles Barnard Castle · Dogs welcome The Tithe Barn Sleeps 10 · 5 bedrooms · from £927 a week Five-bedroom converted barn sleeping 10 near Barnard Castle, County Durham; pets welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/the-tithe-barn-syk1094080) [🏨Cottages 2.7 miles Barnard Castle · Dogs welcome Burns Cottage Sleeps 14 · 7 bedrooms · from £2,141 a week Seven-bedroom cottage sleeping 14 in Barnard Castle, County Durham, with sauna and hot tub.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/burns-cottage-syk1103698) [2.8 miles Barnard Castle Curlew Cottage ★ 5.0 (9) Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · from £276 a week This all ground floor cottage is in a countryside location two miles from Barnard Castle and sleeps two people in one bedroom.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/curlew-cottage-syk21863) [2.8 miles Barnard Castle The Stone Byre Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £288 a week Stone-built cottage sleeping 4 in two bedrooms near Barnard Castle, County Durham.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/the-stone-byre-syk21862) [🏨Cottages 2.8 miles Durham · Dogs welcome West Lodge Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £427 a week West Lodge, County Durham: detached two-bedroom cottage sleeping four, one mile from Barnard Castle, with wood burner and garden.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/west-lodge-uk46032) [🏨Cottages 3.2 miles Durham The Cottage at Wilson House Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £543 a week Two-bedroom cottage near Durham with hot tub, suitable for couples or small groups seeking countryside retreat.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/the-cottage-at-wilson-house-ukc575) [🏨Cottages 3.4 miles Cotherstone · Dogs welcome Hawthorne Cottage Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £463 a week Two-bedroom stone cottage sleeping 4 in Cotherstone, County Durham, with pets welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/hawthorne-cottage-syk1058422) [3.5 miles Barnard Castle · Dogs welcome Low Shipley Cottage ★ 4.7 (6) Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £404 a week This stone built barn conversion is located near to Barnard Castle and can sleep four people in two bedrooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/low-shipley-cottage-syk16399) [🏨Cottages 3.5 miles Staindrop · Dogs welcome The Cote ★ 5.0 (1) Sleeps 6 · 3 bedrooms · from £412 a week Semi-detached cottage sleeping 6 near Staindrop, County Durham, with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/the-cote-syk16414) [🏨Cottages 3.5 miles Barnard Castle · Dogs welcome Low Shipley Mill Sleeps 8 · 4 bedrooms · from £926 a week Four-bedroom converted mill sleeping eight near Barnard Castle, County Durham; dogs welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/low-shipley-mill-syk16526) [🏨Cottages 4.1 miles Durham · Dogs welcome Barningham Estate- 2 The Reading Room Cottages Sleeps 3 · 2 bedrooms · from £363 a week Two-bedroom cottage on the Barningham Estate near Durham, named after its Victorian role as the village reading room.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/barningham-estate-2-the-reading-room-cottages-uk31801) [🏨Cottages 4.1 miles Durham · Dogs welcome Barningham Estate- 3 The Reading Room Cottages Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £503 a week Two-bedroom cottage on the Barningham Estate near Durham, with smart TVs and free parking for one dog.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/barningham-estate-3-the-reading-room-cottages-uk31802) [🏨Cottages 4.2 miles North Yorkshire Archers Barn Sleeps 6 · 3 bedrooms · from £691 a week Archers Barn, North Yorkshire: three-bedroom converted barn with open-plan ground floor and enclosed garden, near Barnard Castle.](https://staycation.co.uk/north-yorkshire/cottages/archers-barn-uk41313) [🏨Cottages 4.3 miles Barnard Castle · Dogs welcome 4 Castle Terrace Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £383 a week Two-bedroom cottage in Barnard Castle, County Durham, sleeping 4 with pets welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/4-castle-terrace-syk1149455) [🏨Cottages 4.5 miles Durham Mill Force Cottage Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · from £413 a week One-bedroom cottage near Durham, fully equipped for self-catering with everything from air fryer to washing machine included.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/mill-force-cottage-uk12337) [4.5 miles Barnard Castle · Dogs welcome The Byre ★ 5.0 (2) Sleeps 4 · 1 bedroom · from £263 a week One-bedroom converted byre near Barnard Castle, set on a working farm in open countryside with ground-floor access.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/the-byre-25362) [4.7 miles Ovington · Dogs welcome Garden Cottage Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · from £327 a week Stone-built terraced cottage in Ovington, County Durham, sleeping 2 in 1 bedroom, pets welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/garden-cottage-syk1021694) [4.7 miles Ovington · Dogs welcome Hall Cottage Sleeps 6 · 3 bedrooms · from £484 a week Three-bedroom terraced cottage in Ovington, County Durham, sleeps 6.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/hall-cottage-syk1045366) [4.8 miles Ovington The Conifers Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · from £272 a week Stone-built cottage sleeping two in Ovington, County Durham, eight miles from Barnard Castle.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/the-conifers-syk935226) [🏨Cottages 4.8 miles Richmond Appletree Cottage Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £303 a week Two-bedroom single-storey cottage in Richmond, County Durham, sleeping 4.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/appletree-cottage-syk1117841) [🏨Cottages 4.9 miles Durham The Dovecote Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · from £313 a week One-bedroom barn conversion in Romaldkirk, County Durham, surrounded by Dales footpaths and close to waterfalls.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/the-dovecote-30765) [🏨Cottages 5 miles North Yorkshire Tavern Cottages - Brandy Lodge Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · from £453 a week One-bedroom lodge in North Yorkshire with a private hot tub and decked garden, a mile from a pub.](https://staycation.co.uk/north-yorkshire/cottages/tavern-cottages-brandy-lodge-uk2256) [🏨Cottages 5 miles North Yorkshire Tavern Cottages - Poppy Lodge Sleeps 2 · from £453 a week Two-person lodge in North Yorkshire with hot tub, wood burner and enclosed garden; walking country between the Dales and Moors.](https://staycation.co.uk/north-yorkshire/cottages/tavern-cottages-poppy-lodge-uk2551) [🏨Cottages 5 miles North Yorkshire Tavern Cottages - Tavern Cottage Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · from £443 a week One-bedroom cottage in North Yorkshire with hot tub, enclosed garden and multi-fuel burner; sleeps 2.](https://staycation.co.uk/north-yorkshire/cottages/tavern-cottages-tavern-cottage-uk2448) [5 miles Richmond · Dogs welcome Mayfields Retreat ★ 5.0 (3) Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · from £1,406 a week Mayfields Retreat, Richmond, North Yorkshire: one-bedroom log cabin with private hot tub, for couples seeking seclusion.](https://staycation.co.uk/north-yorkshire/cottages/mayfields-retreat-30448) [🏨Cottages 5 miles North Yorkshire · Dogs welcome Southside Sleeps 5 · 3 bedrooms Three-bedroom cottage in North Yorkshire village, sleeps 5, with garden and woodburner—suits families or small groups exploring the Dales.](https://staycation.co.uk/north-yorkshire/cottages/southside-uk49670) [5.1 miles Middleton-in-teesdale · Dogs welcome Folly Lodge ★ 5.0 (6) Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £364 a week This wonderful annexe cottage rests on the outskirts of Eggleston, near Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham and can sleep four people in two bedrooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/folly-lodge-syk1036975) [🏨Cottages 5.1 miles Staindrop · Dogs welcome 3 Mill Wynd Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £321 a week Two-bedroom cottage sleeping four in Staindrop, County Durham; pets allowed.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/3-mill-wynd-syk1097522) [🏨Cottages 5.1 miles Staindrop · Dogs welcome Deanery View Sleeps 6 · 3 bedrooms · from £556 a week Three-bedroom house for six in Staindrop, County Durham; pets welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/deanery-view-syk1082990) [🏨Cottages 5.1 miles Durham · Dogs welcome The Old Chapel Retreat Sleeps 12 · 6 bedrooms · from £867 a week Six-bedroom converted chapel near Durham, fully equipped for 12 with games room and courtyard, pets welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/the-old-chapel-retreat-mtb) [5.1 miles Romaldkirk · Dogs welcome 2 The Coach House Sleeps 6 · 3 bedrooms · from £410 a week Three-bedroom cottage sleeping six in Romaldkirk, County Durham; pets and children welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/2-the-coach-house-syk970654) [🏨Cottages 5.2 miles Staindrop · Dogs welcome Wayside Cottage Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · from £269 a week One-bedroom Grade II listed cottage in Staindrop, County Durham, sleeping two, pets welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/wayside-cottage-syk1067929) [🏨Cottages 5.2 miles Durham · Dogs welcome Grange Cottage Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £473 a week Two-bedroom cottage near Durham, fully equipped with heating, Wi-Fi and linen included; one dog stays free.](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/grange-cottage-uk10508) Showing the 60 nearest of 187. For the rest, see [holiday cottages around Barnard Castle](https://staycation.co.uk/barnard-castle/cottages). ## Quick answers ### How many holiday cottages are there near The Bowes Museum? We list 187 within 10 miles of The Bowes Museum, measured in a straight line. ### Which holiday cottages are closest to The Bowes Museum? The nearest are Stang View (under 0.2 miles), Southview Barn (0.2 miles) and Dove Cottage (0.2 miles). ### Are there dog-friendly holiday cottages near The Bowes Museum? Yes: 128 of the 187 accept dogs. They are marked on this page. ### How much is a cottage near The Bowes Museum? Starting prices begin at £200 for a week. Prices change with the dates, so check availability for an exact figure. ### How are the distances worked out? They are straight-line distances between each place and The Bowes Museum, so the journey by road will be a little longer.