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Mill Race House

(Ref. 1172547)

Alston, Cumbria Show on map

Sykes rating

  • 10 Guests

  • 5 Bedrooms

  • 3 Bathrooms

  • Pets: Yes

Features

  • Hot tub
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Games Room
  • Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

1 Customer Review

  • "Lovely time in Alston, however, a few issues with the house over our stay."

    I know the house has been bought recently so understandable, but I thought I'd highlight these to make it easier to improve the facilities: No welcome pack with instructions Broken radiator valves in 2 bedrooms Broken mop No bin liners No bins or info on where to put waste? No tips on snooker cues Half toaster working Sofa broken (Allyson fixed this so thanks) Hot tub broken (Allyson fixed this, so thank you) Knives not very good or sharp No Scissors Back door lock a bit stiff/seized Rear gate locked (emergency fire exit?) Broken light switch in double room, first on the left. No cloths for cleaning and not enough tea towels Not many sponges or scourers for washing up Regardless, we still have a good time.

    Thank you, Rory, for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We appreciate you highlighting both the positives and the areas that needed improvement. The property has been purchased recently, and while this does not excuse the issues raised, we are pleased to confirm that the majority have now been addressed by our cleaning and maintenance team, with the remaining items currently being worked on. We are also glad to hear that you appreciated Allyson taking care of matters during your stay. Thank you for your understanding, and we are pleased you still had a good time. We would be happy to welcome you again and hope to have the opportunity to show you the improvements made following your feedback. Kind regards, Dianne Book This House Property Owner

    Reviewed by Rory2.0★Dec 2025

Summary

  • Over three floors
  • Five bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC, 2 x double, 1 x second-floor family room with double and 2 singles, 1 x second-floor twin
  • Family bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Utility
  • Living/dining room with woodburning stove
  • Games room
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
  • TV with Freeview, pool table, selection of books, games and DVDs, WiFi
  • Cot and Highchair available at the property
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Roadside parking available in the town
  • Enclosed rear garden with hot tub
  • Two well-behaved pets welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.1 miles
  • Note: Restricted headroom in second-floor bedrooms

The property

Mill Race House is a superb, stone-built cottage, situated in the heart of the traditional country town of Alston.

This cottage is based in an excellent area for a well-earned countryside break, ideal for families, friends or a mix of both, as it boasts a woodburning stove, a hot tub and a games room for endless days of entertainment.

Internally, Mill Race House has been thoughtfully furnished over three floors to provide wonderful accommodation.

Wander into the sitting room to discover an inviting arrangement of sofas with a flat-screen TV as well as a woodburning stove, whilst just behind rests a feature dining table set for 10 people.

During the warmer months, make use of the sun room, complete with a large corner sofa, so you can put your feet up while getting lost in a good book.

Dig out some swimwear for a dip in the hot tub as the sun beams down on you.

The kitchen is well-appointed with several modern appliances set within a sleek choice of units and work surfaces, so you can whip up a hearty feast in style.

When the evening comes around, challenge someone to a game of pool in the dedicated games room when you are in the mood for family fun.

The first set of bedrooms can be found on the first floor, including three wonderfully furnished doubles, one with a large en-suite bathroom.

Up to the second floor are two more bedrooms; a family room with double and twin beds, along with a twin room featuring exposed beams and Velux windows which offer views towards the fells.

Alston is famed for being the highest market town above sea-level, offering scenic views, unique shops and inviting pubs.

Visit the Heritage & Transport museum for a fantastic range of historical transport displays which provide an insight into life gone by in this delightful town.

Cyclists should take advantage of the Pennine Way, which passes through the town and is also on the C2C Cycle Route.

In Greenhead, you can set out on a scenic walk along Hadrian’s Wall, explore the Roman Army Museum to uncover the area’s history, and enjoy a round at the local golf course with its picturesque backdrop.

Slightly further afield, A trip to Carlisle offers the chance to tour the impressive Carlisle Castle, step inside the Gothic magnificence of Carlisle Cathedral, and discover fascinating stories at Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery.

Mill Race House promises a holiday filled with happy memories.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £500.

Where you’ll be staying

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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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This property offers the following short breaks:

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  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas
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