Bank Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes

Features

Open fire
Smoke-free
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score over the last 3 months

17 Customer Review(s)

“We thoroughly enjoyed our week in this delightful and comfy cottage.”

At the bottom of Alston High Street, it was convenient for buses, shops and other facilities. Alston has great charm and sits in magnificent countryside: great for walking (impressive Ashgill Force within 5 miles). It also has a number of convenient buses incl. that to Carlisle which is well worth a visit. Bank Cottage is attractive and very well equipped.

At the bottom of Alston High Street, it was convenient for buses, shops and other facilities. Alston has great charm and sits in magnificent countryside: great for walking (impressive Ashgill Force within 5 miles). It also has a number of convenient buses incl. that to Carlisle which is well worth a visit. Bank Cottage is attractive and very well equipped.

- Mr Stirzaker, November 2019
“Bank Cottage is a really lovely cosy holiday home, beautifully decorated throughout and everything that we needed was included with a lovely touch in leaving tea, coffee and milk for our arrival.”

With the good old British weather, we lit the wood burner every night which added to the cosiness of the cottage but the central heating kept the whole place really warm. We used this as a base to explore The Lakes and Hadrian's Wall and also a trip the Settle-Carlisle railway, it's really well placed for many trips out. We would happily recommend it to anyone.

- Mrs Draper, November 2019
“Lovely comfortable cottage in an interesting small town.”

Walks, steam railway and pubs all on the doorstep. No problem parking outside the cottage. Would definitely recommend it to friends.

- Mrs Roberts, October 2019
“Enjoyed the stay very much.”

The 2 girls cleaning the cottage were very helpful with a few local tips All in all it was a lovely stay with plenty of things to do in the area

- Mr Harris, September 2019
“Bank Cottage is a beautifully restored property, the owners have an eye for detail, It has been lovingly thought out.”

I especially loved the snug, with a chest full of jigsaws and games, cards dominos etc. The kitchen supplies everything you could possibly want. The bed linen and pillows were of great hotel quality, as were the lovely fluffy white bath towels. Unfortunately we did not have good weather the week we stayed only one day of clear sky's. We had a bit of a problem with the door to the decking area, I left a note regarding this in the comments book. As we had no phone signal could not really contact anyone, I believe that this became a problem because of the rainfall, but I am sure can easily be remedied. It is very hilly with lots of cobbled streets, not the most ideal place for the less infirm. The torches supplied are a must if venturing out after dark due to the uneven pavements. The Angel Public House dating back to the 1600 serves wonderful food. The Co-op is handy. So even if you just want to relax or explore, this is a beautiful place. I loved the dancing hares ornament and I plan to buy one, it will remind me of Bank Cottage and its quirky little touches. We did not have a problem parking outside the cottage apart from the last few days when road works were in place. It is on a very busy road, something to bear in mind if you have a pet as there is no garden just a paved front which is gated. The villagers were very friendly and welcoming. Well done Bank Cottage for creating this lovely little haven of rest.

- Mrs Ashbridge-phillipson, August 2019
“Beautiful little cottage, well equipped and a high cleaning standard.”

Good quality furnishings and an up to date decor made Bank Cottage a comfortable location for a week in Alston. Nice outlook over the playing fields, plenty of walks nearby and a camra award winning pub just 5 minutes up the road (The Cumberland Inn) made our stay extremely enjoyable and we would definitely consider returning for a future break.

- Mr Cullen, August 2019
“Great cottage in a super location.”

The view from the balcony was lovely, across the field to river and beyond to the hills. Balcony was a super sun trap, perfect for an evening with a glass of wine. Cottage was beautifully clean and comfortable, had extra touches for things you may forget like doggy towels, a must with all the fabulous walks around we did.

- Mrs Riley, July 2019
“The cottage had a beautiful view from the little balcony over the garden and playing field down to the river and beyond.”

Quite the sun trap. Same view from the shower room. Beautiful bed linen and fluffy towels and lots of hot water. Cottage was five minutes from the station, where the little train ran from and the other way was a garage with very modern Spar grocery shop. Over the road was the incline into the village where at the top of the bank was a Co op from behind which you could walk along the river to the seven sisters falls. There are not many shops, a few pubs and the town hall with tourist information. We visited Ullswater(50mins), Hexham and Abbey(35mins)Stanhope(30mins) and High Force (50mins) and took the little train one day. No problem with parking, right in front of the cottage. The scenery on our days out was absolutely stunning and I would return in an instant to visit again and would stay here. The only downside was a downstairs toilet during the night, but we knew this when we booked. Thank you Tracey for allowing us to stay in your beautiful cottage. One thing I must point out I did not realise the garden does not belong to the cottage and there is no access to it. It didn't bother us but perhaps with young children, no where to play. I really think Sykes should make it clear in their description of the accommodation.

- Mrs Brown, July 2019
“Lovely cottage - we would definitely like to return.”

- Mrs Mccoll, July 2019
“We experienced a great week in this cottage.”

The view from the balcony is stunning, very enjoyable watching the sun go down on an evening and listening to birds and watching rabbits in field. We were lucky to view sheep dog trials from balcony on the Saturday - very entertaining. Parking was not a problem, was able to park outside property every day. The cottage itself is lovely and exceptionally clean. Very comfortable beds and very good tv package. A number of pubs providing food within walking distance, good variety of shops including fish and chip shop (very nice!) and cute gift shop with amazing items to peruse. Would definitely stay here again if in this area.

- Mrs Turnbull, June 2019
“We had a lovely time in this gorgeous cottage.”

It had everything you could want and was ideal for our family needs. The cottage was in a great location - Hadrian’s Wall and the Lake District were easily accessible. There are some lovely walks near the cottage which our dog loved!

- Mrs Thompson, May 2019
“High quality furnishings and beds/bedding etc Lovely views and unexpectedly spacious inside Good gadgets e.”

G. spare chargers, & for bluetoothing radio and Spotify Quiet location and close to great pub.

- Ms Scott, May 2019
“Delightful cottage and view from balcony was amazing.”

Very comfortable and warm. Felt at home from the time we walked through the door. All amnesties catered for... Surrounding countryside was breathtaking and right on the doorstep. Would highly recommend Bank Cottage for a lovely holiday ...

- Mr Collings, May 2019
“Love it absolutely top notch location and cottage first class”

- Mr Rose, May 2019
“This was a lovely cottage in a nice area.”

Some nice pubs and restaurants around. Lovely walk along the river. I would definitely go again.

- Mrs Jackson, April 2019
“Fabulous little cottage, felt like home from home.”

Perfect.

- Mrs Hampshire, March 2019
“This cottage has changed hands since last year.”

It was fine before, but there are now some additional touches that add to the stay - in particular, night lights in strategic places that made moving around during the night very easy without having to put on the overhead lights. Very helpful in the depths of December.

- Mrs Aveyard, December 2018
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The property

This delightful mid-terrace cottage is situated in the market town of Alston in Cumbria.

This cottage is situated in an excellent area for exploring a beautiful part of the country.

Lovingly refurbished Bank Cottage provides a sumptuous, luxury retreat for that well-earned countryside break.

From the front door you step into a well-equipped kitchen with dining area then on to a bright and airy sitting room, a cosy snug and a sleek shower room.

A French door from the sitting area leads to a balcony with table and chairs and lovely views of the surrounding area.

Upstairs are two bedrooms, a twin and a king-size double.

There is also a highchair and stairgate available for those travelling with little ones.

Alston is a traditional country town with an array of pubs and shops.

With lots to see and do within an hour's drive, including Hadrian's Wall, Beamish open air living museum, Durham Cathedral and the Lake District, this is a the perfect location for a countryside break at any time of the year.

Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin
Ground floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room with wood burning stove and balcony
Separate snug.
Gas central heating with wood burning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, Now TV with Sky Movies, WiFi, selection of books and games
Fuel, power and Starter Pack for Woodburner inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair, travel cot and stairgate
Balcony with furniture
Roadside parking
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 2 mins walk

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About the location

ALSTON

Melmerby 8 miles; Penrith 18 miles; Stanhope 20 miles; Hexham 23 miles; Carlisle 29 miles; Barnard Castle 30 miles.

Alston is set in the North Pennines in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, surrounded by a unique landscape of moorland, hills, rivers and waterfalls, and is England's highest market town. This intriguing town, with its cobbled streets and fascinating nooks and crannies, was the location for ITV's productions of Jane Eyre and Oliver Twist. Alston and the North Pennines have long inspired artists and writers; the poet and writer W H Auden loved the area and today Alston is an inspiration to the craftspeople who live and work there. There is a host of unusual shops in the town including quality crafts and galleries. Take a ride on one of the lovingly-restored steam and diesel engines through the beautiful scenery of the South Tyne valley on the South Tynedale Railway which runs from Alston through to Slaggyford. The River Tyne is also noted as one of the finest salmon rivers in England and day-ticket fishing is available locally. The North Pennines used to be one of the wealthiest lead mining centres in Europe, and the Killhope Lead Mining Museum offers a great family day out with interactive exhibitions. With the drive along the A686 recognised by the AA as one of the world's best drives, and northern Cumbria, County Durham and Northumberland, all within easy reach, this makes a superb base.

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Alston, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 998027)

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Reviews & Ratings

“We thoroughly enjoyed our week in this delightful and comfy cottage.”

“Bank Cottage is a really lovely cosy holiday home, beautifully decorated throughout and everything that we needed was included with a lovely touch in leaving tea, coffee and milk for our arrival.”

“Lovely comfortable cottage in an interesting small town.”

“Enjoyed the stay very much.”

“Bank Cottage is a beautifully restored property, the owners have an eye for detail, It has been lovingly thought out.”

“Beautiful little cottage, well equipped and a high cleaning standard.”

“Great cottage in a super location.”

“The cottage had a beautiful view from the little balcony over the garden and playing field down to the river and beyond.”

“Lovely cottage - we would definitely like to return.”

“We experienced a great week in this cottage.”

“We had a lovely time in this gorgeous cottage.”

“High quality furnishings and beds/bedding etc Lovely views and unexpectedly spacious inside Good gadgets e.”

“Delightful cottage and view from balcony was amazing.”

“Love it absolutely top notch location and cottage first class”

“This was a lovely cottage in a nice area.”

“Fabulous little cottage, felt like home from home.”

“This cottage has changed hands since last year.”