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Historic 1621 Cottage with Modern Comforts

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Highlights

  • Games
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  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near North Pennines
1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Dryer
  • Onsite parking available
  • Microwave
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Alston, England
  • Place, North Pennines
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, Hadrian's Wall
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

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Dining area

About this property

Historic 1621 Cottage with Modern Comforts

Our 17th-century cottage (built in 1621) offers a comfortable base right in the centre of Alston, England’s highest market town. Set along quiet cobbled streets and surrounded by sweeping Cumbrian fells. this characterful hideaway offers an authentic taste of old-world England.

Our cottage has been highly rated by guests across multiple booking platforms, with an average rating of 4.93/5 from 14 reviews and multiple 10/10 reviews, reflecting our commitment to providing a comfortable, memorable stay. Perfect for couples, solo travellers, or small families, the cottage features one bedroom plus a sofa bed in the living room, sleeping up to three.

The cottage offers 1 double bedroom, utility area including washing machine and drying rail.

Living/Dining room with pull out sofa bed, rustic fire place and tv with streaming services available.

Brand new kitchen and bathroom with high end appliances providing a comfortable stay.

Alston is England’s highest market town, nestled in the heart of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Surrounded by rolling hills, scenic walking trails and breathtaking countryside, it offers a perfect base for exploring Cumbria, Northumberland and Hadrian’s Wall. The town is known for its historic cobbled streets, independent shops, welcoming pubs and rich mining heritage.

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House Rules

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 12167032
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Alston

Alston is home to this cottage. North Pennines and Northumberland National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Weardale Railway and Walby Farm Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Eden Rock or Brunton Park.
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Alston, England

What's nearby

  • North Pennines - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Vindolanda - 41 min drive - 39.6 km
  • Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall - 44 min drive - 43.8 km
  • Hadrian's Wall - 49 min drive - 40.5 km
  • Penrith Castle - 56 min drive - 55.5 km

Getting around

  • Haydon Bridge Station - 23 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪George And Dragon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jack's Takeaway - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Turks Head Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Kirkstyle Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Angel Inn - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

How much is parking at Historic 1621 Cottage with Modern Comforts?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Historic 1621 Cottage with Modern Comforts located?

Situated in Alston, this cottage is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Nenthead Mines and within 12 miles (20 km) of North Pennines and Weardale Museum. Long Meg and Her Daughters and Mr. George's Museum of Time are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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