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Mill Race House

(Ref. 1172547)

Alston, Cumbria Show on map

Customer rating 4.3

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A property's star rating is the average of the star ratings received from guests that wish for their review to be published

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  • 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

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  • stay (7)
  • great (6)
  • hot tub (4)
  • hot (4)
  • property (4)
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7 Customer Reviews

  • "What a lovely stay we had in mill race house."

    We had a welcome pack on arrival with Prosecco and goodies, it was a nice touch! All the rooms were perfect and the hot tub was great to chill out in. The area is nice and quiet but also a good few pubs and shops about, spar and co op. There is no parking space direct outside but a couple of houses up the street there was enough space for all 3 cars. I would recommend this to big groups and would stay again, thank you so much for a great stay.

    Hi Samantha, thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay at Mill Race House and that the welcome pack, hot tub, and peaceful location made your trip extra special. Thank you as well for mentioning the parking arrangements. We’d love to welcome you back again in the future! All the best, Dianne Property Owner

    Reviewed by Samantha5.0★Jun 2026

  • "Very nice stay at a beautiful cottage."

    Everyone had a great time and was impressed with the property. Very comfortable and spacious. Provided everything we needed.

    Reviewed by Andrea5.0★Jun 2026

  • "We had an amazing stay here."

    Eventhough there was 10 of us, the property was spacious throughout and was perfect for what we wanted! The area is peaceful, with the people of Alston being friendly and welcoming. Gorgeous walking trails near by, with a supermarket and petrol station down the road aswell. Plenty of parking spaces near by, an overall great stay! The host was responsive and helpful, with all questions that I had. Would defo recommend!

    Thank you for your lovely review, Zak. We're so pleased to hear that Mill Race House was a great fit for your group and that you enjoyed the house, the local area, and the nearby amenities. We're also glad that our communication was helpful throughout your stay. Thank you for your recommendation, and we'd be very happy to welcome you back in the future! All the best, Dianne (Book This House) Property Owner

    Reviewed by Zakariya5.0★May 2026

  • "A great little cottage for a weekend break with friends."

    The property was clean, well presented, and had all the facilities we needed for an enjoyable stay. There were a couple of areas that could do with some attention. The lounge sofa is showing signs of heavy use, and the double bed on the top floor was in poor condition, creaking noticeably with even the slightest movement. That said, considering the price, we felt it offered good value for money and we had a very enjoyable weekend overall.

    Thank you for your review. We're happy you and your friends enjoyed a clean, well-equipped, and great-value weekend break. We appreciate you letting us know about the lounge sofa and the top-floor bed. Feedback like this is incredibly helpful, and we are already looking into both items to ensure our guests stay in total comfort. It was a pleasure welcoming you, and we hope to welcome you back again soon. All the best, Dianne (Book This House) Property Owner

    Reviewed by Stuart4.0★May 2026

  • "Our group of 10 (1 teenager, 7 adults and 2 dogs) spent 4 nights at Mill Race House."

    Although it is situated around one hour from places like Ullswater (a little further away than we'd usually stay) - the drive to the property is amazing and there's something nice about heading back to the property (and the hot tub!) after a hard day's hiking! It was perfect for us as a group and had all the space we needed. The pool room was also a great hit. There's no parking at the property but we didn't have a problem finding a free parking space nearby. This house is thoroughly recommended and the booking and support process has been great. Even when we had some issues at the house that needed sorting - our point of contact resolved the issues as swiftly as she could.

    Hi Ben, thank you so much for your review. We’re really glad the house worked well for your group and that you enjoyed the pool room and hot tub after your hikes. It’s also great to hear the drive added to the experience. :) We appreciate your kind words about the support as well, and we’d be very happy to welcome you back again in the future. - Dianne (Book This House) Property Owner

    Reviewed by Ben4.0★Apr 2026

  • "We had a fantastic stay at Mill Race House."

    The house was very spacious, clean and comforting, like a huge home away from home. The owners were very quick to respond to our queries about the surrounding area and couldn’t be more helpful. The games room was a great bonus for the children and we loved the log fire and hot tub. We would definitely recommend this place and would love to return to stay again sometime, thank you! Xx

    Thank you so much for your lovely review, Kayleigh. We’re really glad you had such a fantastic stay and that the house felt like a home away from home. :) It’s great to hear you enjoyed the games room, log fire and hot tub. Thank you again for your kind recommendation, and you’d be very welcome back anytime. - Dianne (Book This House) Property Owner

    Reviewed by Kayleigh5.0★Feb 2026

  • "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

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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.

EPC Rating: Band D

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £400.

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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