Bothy

Rating
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Mr Bellis
December 2019

“Very small but beautiful cottage for two.”

Love the way it is split over 2 floors and the dark skies were amazing, never seen so many stars at night!!!

Love the way it is split over 2 floors and the dark skies were amazing, never seen so many stars at night!!!
Mr Bell September 2019

“Thoroughly enjoyed this brilliant location.”

A fantastic cottage for getting away from it all, super peaceful and super quiet! Great views across the valley and great walks in the area. Hosts very attentive when needed! Welcomed with lovely homemade scones.
Mr Middleton September 2019

“Nice quiet location.”

Beautiful scenery.charming hosts.
Mr Stephenson July 2019

“The cottage was generally clean but needs a little bit more attention to detail.”

The bed was very comfortable and clean. The overall cleanliness of the cottage was average. The outside seating area was very disappointing, dirty seating and and was desperately in need of a good clean all round. .
Miss Humphreys June 2019

“Lovely cottage in fantastic location.”

Owners very welcoming. Looking forward to staying again in the future
Mr Thorley April 2019

“The bothy is easily 5 star rated.”

The cottage was out of this world both in comfort and area of piece and quite, We all loved the isolation ,the views and the wildlife. The owners were very helpful if needed. Our dog loved the area, and all of the walks around the area and further afield a fantastic area to visit , well worth every penny.
Mrs Lambert March 2019

“Beautiful little cottage with the most comfortable bed ever slept in.”

The Bothy is in stunning surroundings in the middle of nowhere. Great for walks, but if the weather is not good it is the perfect place to just sit and read. We loved it and would certainly recommend staying at The Bothy again. Steve and Sandra are really helpful, but also not intrusive.
Mr Hutson November 2018

“This is such a cosy comfortable cottage and has everything you could possibly need.”

The scenery is spectacular and the owners couldn’t be nicer. They brought us warm scones and jam when we arrived. Delicious. Also they live very close and were there if we wanted any information about where to go and what to see.
Mr Stuart August 2018

“The Bothy is a wonderful little cottage, perfect for two people seeking a quiet retreat.”

It offered plenty of space and was well appointed with everything you need for a short break. The location is good for exploring the North Pennines, the Lakes and the east coast. The scones on arrival were a nice touch and helped us to settle in, as did the owners Steve and Sandra who were very helpful in imparting their local knowledge of the area. Would definitely go back again.
Mrs Jagannath August 2018

“The peace and quiet clean air beautiful views and the lovely cottage”
Mr Mckinnon July 2018

“Thoroughly enjoyed every moment at Bothy cottage, nice roomy clean great to relax in,the views were great stunning and the walks good.”

A perfect holiday.
Mr Stephens July 2018

“Absolutlely fantastic cottage.”

Our hosts we’re extremely friendly and welcoming - after driving 8 hrs to get there we were greeted by a plate of warm homemade scones with jam. Nenthead is a picturesque peaceful and friendly little village just outside Penrith. We will definitely be returning for longer to allow us to really immerse ourselves into the many different adventures on offer. The route from the motorway to get up to Nenthead is a real drivers route - loved it!.
Mrs Doyle June 2018

“Cosy, well equipped cottage.”

Fresh scones on arrival a nice touch. Location quiet with lots of well signed footpath walking in stunning countryside.
Mrs Bradshaw June 2018

“A brill holiday.”

It was in the middle of no were, abs bliss! The reson why I put one down for comfort, was becase of the bed. Put a new matress on it, as a disabled person I didn’t want bruises all the time! BUT the rest of the house and place was a 10/10. Plus the scones were lovely. Thank you Sandra and Steve ☺️
Mr Richardson January 2018

“Fantastic little cottage in a beautiful area”
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Greenend Cottages

Alston 4 miles. Greenends, a Cumbrian longhouse estate offers three holiday cottages in a stunning hillside setting, in the heart of the beautiful Roof of England countryside, four miles from the town of Alston. These charming cottages are located in peaceful surroundings with stunning views over the Nent Valley, on what was once the estate of the Walton’s, the leading mining family of the area in the 1800s. These delightful Alston cottages are renovated to a high standard, individually styled to retain character and charm. Keepers boasts a lovely sun room, perfect for a couple to enjoy the spectacular views on offer, whilst Bothy is a romantic hideaway, which has a large bedroom and bathroom, open stonework and a private patio, and Chestnut is ideal for groups of four with an open plan living area, two en-suite bedrooms and a wrap around balcony with views over the valley. The variety of accommodation across these three Alston cottages mean that up to eight people can stay in comfort. Thoughtfully positioned for privacy, each of the cottages has outdoor seating, a barbecue area and access to the adjacent gardens and fields, as well as the opportunity to walk from the doorstep onto the surrounding moorland. The resident alpacas and other wildlife ensure that there is plenty of outdoor activity to keep an eye on and the dark skies offer fantastic star gazing opportunities. The Isaac’s Tea Trial crosses the estate, providing a wonderful 36 mile circular walk for the more adventurous walker. The owners are happy to break the trail into bite sized chunks with lifts and drop off points. The nearby Cumbrian market town of Alston, the highest in Britain, has a selection of traditional pubs and a variety of shops, as well as local attractions including the South Tynedale Railway, Epiacum and Nenthead and Killhope mines on the doorstep. With plenty of places to visit within an hour’s drive, including Hadrian’s Wall, Hexham, Beamish Open Air Museum, Durham Cathedral and the Lake District, this is a superb group of Alston holiday cottages for a relaxing break in the North Pennines.

The property

This delightful Alston cottage has been lovingly converted from the old schoolhouse to a one bed cottage of an exceptional standard.

The pretty entrance hall leads directly into the kitchen and dining area which overlook the sitting room.

The bedroom and bathroom on the lower floor lead directly off the sitting room.

Exposed stonework and roof lights give this Alston cottage a light and airy ambience, and a door leads from the downstairs sitting room to the outside private patio area.

A wonderful base for a relaxing, romantic escape.

Note: This cottage is next to Refs. 905619 and 905622, together they sleep 8.

Summary

One bedroom: 1 x ground floor king-size with en-suite Jacuzzi bath, shower over, separate shower, double basin and WC
First floor kitchen with dining area
Ground floor sitting room with gas fire.
Biomass central heating with gas fire
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD, radio, WiFi, selection of books and DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair on request
Off road parking for 2 cars
Patio area with furniture and BBQ
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Community shop and pub 1 mile
Note: The property has access on both ground and first floor levels.

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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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Lake District Holiday Cottages

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Alston, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 905621)

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Features

“Very small but beautiful cottage for two.”

“Thoroughly enjoyed this brilliant location.”

“Nice quiet location.”

“The cottage was generally clean but needs a little bit more attention to detail.”

“Lovely cottage in fantastic location.”

“The bothy is easily 5 star rated.”

“Beautiful little cottage with the most comfortable bed ever slept in.”

“This is such a cosy comfortable cottage and has everything you could possibly need.”

“The Bothy is a wonderful little cottage, perfect for two people seeking a quiet retreat.”

“The peace and quiet clean air beautiful views and the lovely cottage”

“Thoroughly enjoyed every moment at Bothy cottage, nice roomy clean great to relax in,the views were great stunning and the walks good.”

“Absolutlely fantastic cottage.”

“Cosy, well equipped cottage.”

“A brill holiday.”

“Fantastic little cottage in a beautiful area”