If lockdown has made you consider planning a staycation in our beautiful region for when restrictions are lifted, then these eight holiday lets are all under two hours drive from Sunderland.
We’ve made sure all lets come equipped with their own private hot tubs. All of these feature on the Airbnb website with bookings going quickly:
. Rural Cottage, Kiln Pit Hill
This luxury cottage can sleep up to four guests and features a manual, fire powered hot tub. It is available at a price of £117 per night (min three-night stay). Photo: Airbnb
. Converted Milking Barn, Teesdale
Situated in the beautiful Teesdale in the stunning village of Romaldkirk the Barn is newly converted. It has a private, enclosed garden and a spacious layout, ideal for families or groups of up to nine people. Prices from: £253 per night (min three-night stay). Photo: Airbnb
5. Fontburn Solid Log Lakeside Cabin, Morpeth
This lakeside lodge in Morpeth provides a calm and tranquil location for a short break with up to four guests. Prices from £283 per night (min three-night stay) Photo: Airbnb
6. The Secret Garden, Felton
This new luxury lodge has a secluded location and can sleep up to four people. It comes with full central heating, an American-style fridge freezer with ice dispenser and of course, a hot tub. Prices are available from £129 per night (min three-night stay). Photo: Airbnb
7. The Gate Lodge, Chatton
The Gate Lodge at Hetton Hall Holidays is a spacious single-storey retreat with great views and a peaceful location. It comes fitted with a log burner, Jacuzzi and BBQ and can sleep two guests. Prices are available from £189 per night (min three-night stay). Photo: Airbnb
8. Hideout Mansion, High Pittington
If there's a large group of you wanting to get away (providing social distancing measures are adhered to) then this stunning County Durham mansion could be just what you're looking for. The Mansion has recently undergone refurbishment and features 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, large kitchen and utility as well as 4 reception rooms bar, games room, snug and summer house style diner. Prices available from £600 per night (min two-night stay). Photo: Airbnb