10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth M.
5 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in Alston
Elizabeth M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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Perfectly situated to explore the North Pennines
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6
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Explore the area
Alston, Cumbria
- Nenthead Mines8 min drive
- North Pennines14 min drive
- Hadrian's Wall27 min drive
- Carlisle (CAX)53 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Perfectly situated to explore the North Pennines
Fabulous walking country. Perfect for getting away from it all. Waterfalls, streams, fells and wildlife galore! Minutes walk from Alston Town with independent shops, cafes and pubs. Newly refurbished 2 bedroom cottage with bathroom and wet room. The ground floor is suitable for wheelchair users.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Alston
Located in Alston, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. North Pennines and Northumberland National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Walby Farm Park and Eden Valley Railway. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Eden Rock or Brunton Park.
Alston, Cumbria
What's nearby
- Nenthead Mines - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
- North Pennines - 14 min drive - 15.2 km
- Vindolanda - 22 min drive - 29.2 km
- Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall - 24 min drive - 32.7 km
- Hadrian's Wall - 27 min drive - 29.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Turks Head - 8 min walk
- Hartside Top - 4 min drive
- Miners Arms - 7 min drive
- Nent Hall Country House Hotel - 4 min drive
- The George & Dragon Inn - 6 min drive
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window10/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Check-in
9.2/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Natasha Y.
3 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect New Year
Natasha Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ian W.
4 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf weekend
Ian W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Louise T.
5 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely visit
Louise T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Cat D.
23 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Stunning cottage in beautiful location
Cat D.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
About the host
Your host
We bought the property in 2015 and have extensively renovated the whole building to make it comfortable and cosy with a focus on a practical, guest friendly appeal.
We enjoy walking, golf and regular gym visits. As guests of the Coach House you can enjoy unlimited golf at Alston Moor Golf Club and 24/7 access to Alston Moor Fitness.
We enjoy walking, golf and regular gym visits. As guests of the Coach House you can enjoy unlimited golf at Alston Moor Golf Club and 24/7 access to Alston Moor Fitness.
Why they chose this property
Are we in the middle of nowhere or the centre of everywhere?
The Lake District, Hadrian’s Wall, Newcastle, Durham, the Scottish Borders, the North Yorkshire Dales are all within an hours drive.
Our property is in the designated "Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty". The North Pennines have so much to offer in terms of fresh air, dark skies and open countryside. Alston is the highest market town in England and is rich in history from the Roman settlement at Epiacum to the lead mines of Nenthead, Carrshield and Killhope. Within a few minutes walk of the Coach House we have the South Tynedale Railway which is a narrow gauge rail line that runs from Alston to Slaggyford on which a variety of classic engines and carriages run.
One of our main loves of the area is the helpful and friendly character of our small community which welcomes and embraces "resident incomers" and holiday visitors alike.
We can enjoy the natural beauty of the North Pennines without the busy, bustling nature (and inflated costs) of our neighbour - "the Lake District". Incidentally Bowness on Windermere can be accessed within 40-45 minutes.
The Lake District, Hadrian’s Wall, Newcastle, Durham, the Scottish Borders, the North Yorkshire Dales are all within an hours drive.
Our property is in the designated "Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty". The North Pennines have so much to offer in terms of fresh air, dark skies and open countryside. Alston is the highest market town in England and is rich in history from the Roman settlement at Epiacum to the lead mines of Nenthead, Carrshield and Killhope. Within a few minutes walk of the Coach House we have the South Tynedale Railway which is a narrow gauge rail line that runs from Alston to Slaggyford on which a variety of classic engines and carriages run.
One of our main loves of the area is the helpful and friendly character of our small community which welcomes and embraces "resident incomers" and holiday visitors alike.
We can enjoy the natural beauty of the North Pennines without the busy, bustling nature (and inflated costs) of our neighbour - "the Lake District". Incidentally Bowness on Windermere can be accessed within 40-45 minutes.
What makes this property unique
The Coach House was renovated with adaptibility in mind.
The kitchen/dining area has been fitted with the highest quality units and appliances that offer everything a keen, self catering guest would wish for.
The ground floor has a wet room designed with wheelchair accessibilty in mind. Similarly the sofa bed in the lounge means that guests with any degree of mobility difficulties need not climb stairs to reach their bed.
On the upper floor we have two good sized bedrooms that provide high quality, comfortable beds and plenty of storage/hanging space. One bedroom can be configured as a "Super King Size" double or twin bedded room and the other as a "King Size" double or twin bedded room.
The two upper bedrooms share a "Jack & Jill" ensuite bathroom with a toilet, large bath and separate walk in shower.
Coach House guests have access to and use of the large garden of Lowbyer Manor which has ample garden furniture and a BBQ built during lockdown from Alston Stone.
We believe that the high specification of the Coach House ranks our property as one of the best in the area.
The kitchen/dining area has been fitted with the highest quality units and appliances that offer everything a keen, self catering guest would wish for.
The ground floor has a wet room designed with wheelchair accessibilty in mind. Similarly the sofa bed in the lounge means that guests with any degree of mobility difficulties need not climb stairs to reach their bed.
On the upper floor we have two good sized bedrooms that provide high quality, comfortable beds and plenty of storage/hanging space. One bedroom can be configured as a "Super King Size" double or twin bedded room and the other as a "King Size" double or twin bedded room.
The two upper bedrooms share a "Jack & Jill" ensuite bathroom with a toilet, large bath and separate walk in shower.
Coach House guests have access to and use of the large garden of Lowbyer Manor which has ample garden furniture and a BBQ built during lockdown from Alston Stone.
We believe that the high specification of the Coach House ranks our property as one of the best in the area.
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