Self Catering Holiday Cottages in Alston

Set in a rural location, just over a mile from the historic town of Alston this converted barn offers cosy self-catering accommodation for up to four people.  Within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and enjoying open views to the surrounding hills, Barn End provides an excellent base in an area ideal for walking, birdwatching, cycling  or simply relaxing. Alston has a range of shops, pubs and cafes to meet all day to day needs and is central for travelling further afield to the Lake District, Hadrians Wall, Durham and Yorkshire Dales and Northumberland. 

Nestling in a secluded rural location, just over a mile from the historic town of Alston, Ghyll Burn Cottage  offers cosy, character  self-catering accommodation for up to six people. Dating back to 1680 this cottage has living accommodation upstairs and two bedrooms and bathroom on the ground floor. Set within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and enjoying views to the surrounding hills, Ghyll Burn Cottage provides an excellent base in an area ideal for walking, birdwatching, cycling  or simply relaxing. Alston has a range of shops, pubs and cafes to meet all day to day needs and is central for travelling further afield to the Lake District, Hadrians Wall, Durham and Yorkshire Dales and Northumberland. 

Why visit somewhere as breathtaking as the Nent Valley only to shut yourself away from the views? At Sunrise Cottage you can wake up to spectacular scenery every day, and immerse yourself in the clean air and vast landscape of one of Englands most unspoilt places. Located on the edge of Cumbria, near the border with Northumberland and Durham, the cottage sits above Nenthead, England's highest village, which is a pleasant 20 minute walk away.  There are plenty of footpaths and bridleways right outside the door, leading to lakes, waterfalls, historic ruins, and endless vistas.  The small market town of Alston is just four miles away and has all the essential shops, pubs, and garages, and the Nenthall hotel and bar is about a mile and a half. Comfortably sleeping four people in two bedrooms with the potential for a cot or small folding bed, this well equipped, dog-friendly holiday cottage is ideal for couples and families looking for a self-catering break.

Stylish and well presented throughout, this charming self-catering town-house lies in a tranquil corner of historic Alston, nestling amongst the magnificent hills of the North Pennines National Landscape. Sleeps up to four, but with its luxurious super-king 'Gustavian style' bed, Millstream is the perfect romantic escape for couples looking for a romantic weekend away. Perfect for walkers and those who want to explore the area’s many attractions (including the nearby Lakes and Yorkshire Dales), Millstream is close to open countryside but only 5 minutes‘ walk to shops and pubs. 4 Star Gold. Booked together with our adjoining cottage Sowerberry, we can accommodate groups of 8 guests. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

Sowerberry Apartment is one of two holiday cottages sitting in a tranquil position within the historic town of Alston with pubs and interesting shops within 5 minutes walk, and open countryside just around the corner. Located in the North Pennines National Landscape with superb walking and within easy reach of the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District. 4 Star Gold. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

"Luxury Castle Pod with Hot Tub Pet Friendly" is a 0 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Northumberland. The luxurious Castle Pods are perfect for couples seeking a romantic glamping retreat. Nestled in a peaceful spot with stunning countryside views, these stylish, adult-only pods feature a plush double bed with fine linens, an en-suite shower...

"Bilberry Nook Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Durham. Westgate is a small village in Weardale, popular for walking and cycling. Westgate once marked the boundary of Stanhope Park, the scene of many grand, historical, hunting expeditions. Nearby is Slit Wood, a site of Special Scientific Interest,...

"1 Bed Cottage in Penrith" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 bedroom - 1 king-size - 1 bathroom – shower over the bath, and WC - Electric hob and oven, fridge with freezer compartment, microwave -...

"5 Bed Cottage in Penrith" is a 5 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 10 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 5 bedrooms – 2 super-king-size zip-and-link beds (can be made up as twins on request), 1 twin zip-and-link (can be made up as a...

"1 Bed Cottage in Melmerby" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - Cottage sleeping 2 in a double bedroom - 1 en suite bathroom with bath and WC - Electric range style oven and hob, microwave, hob kettle and electric kettle and fridge - Ironing...

"3 Tindale Terrace" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. The charming village of Hallbankgate is located on the northern border of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Hallbankgate, once a community of coal and lead miners and the location of the illustrious Lord Carlisle's railway,...

"2 Bed Cottage in Carlisle" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms – 1 double and 1 twin (which can be a super-king-size on request) - 1 bathroom with shower and WC - Kitchen with electric hob and...

"1 Braeside" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Durham. Wearhead is a village in County Durham at the top of Weardale. Named after the source of the River Wear, the village boasts some of the highest peaks in County Durham. Wearhead is set in rural countryside with the nearest shop being 3 miles...

"4 Bed Cottage in Hexham" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Northumberland. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 4 bedrooms - 1 super-king-size, 2 doubles, 1 twin (with a trundle bed for an additional child guest) - 2 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with bath,...

"Aurelian House" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Durham. This quaint County Durham village sits in Weardale in the heart of the North Pennines aonb, an area known for its excellent bird watching, cycling and walking. As well as two friendly village pubs, one serving food, St John's Chapel offers a...

"The Coach House" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Kirkoswald is a lovely rural village situated in the Eden Valley, within reach of the Lake District National Park. Kirkoswald has two excellent pubs, both serving fine food, a 12th Century church and a shop and Post Office. The River Eden runs...

"3 Bed Cottage in Nenthead" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 family room with king-size bed and sofa bed, 1 double - 2 bathrooms – 1 with shower, bath and WC, 1...

"Englewood Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Northumberland. The village of Allenheads is situated in the heart of the North Pennines in beautiful Allendale. Allenheads is reputed to be one of the highest villages in England and stands over 1,400ft above sea level. The dale was once an important...

"Birch Retreat, Penrith" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Birch Retreat offers guests a large open-plan living and dining area, with a well-equipped kitchen and wood burning stove. The corridor link takes you to two enclosed double bedrooms and a shared shower room with full height walk-in shower and...

"Hill Top Farm, Penrith" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Nestled in the village of Gamblesby, Hill Top Farm is the perfect getaway for family or friends wanting to explore Cumbria, with all the home comforts and modern appliances to make your stay perfect. Perfectly located on the edge of the North...

"4 Bed Cottage in Hexham" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Northumberland. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 4 bedrooms - 3 king-size and 1 double - 3 en-suite shower rooms and 1 en-suite bathroom all with WC's, plus an addition downstairs WC -...

"1 Bed Cottage in Penrith" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 bedroom – super-king-size (can be made up as a twin on request) - 1 shower room with WC - Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge,...

"Salvin Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Cumbria. 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...

"The Museum" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Cumbria. Nenthead is one of the highest villages in England and has a rich mining history. Many mines still remain which are open to the public and waiting to be discovered. The village was also the first to have electric street lighting due to the...

"Rose Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. The attractive rural village of Lazonby is situated on the edge of the Eden Valley and North Pennines, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The River Eden meanders through the bottom of the village and this area is famous for canoeing, trout...

"4 Bed Cottage in Nenthead" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 4 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size, 2 king-size, 1 double - 2 bathrooms – 1 wet room with shower and WC, 1 bath with handheld shower...

"2 Bed Cottage in Renwick" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 2 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 1 twin - 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC - Electric oven, hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine, tumble dryer -...

"2 Bed Cottage in Glassonby" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 2 double bedrooms - 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC, additional WC downstairs - Induction hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher,...

"4 Bed Cottage in Penrith" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 4 bedrooms - 3 doubles plus 1 additional single bedroom is available - 2 bathrooms - 1 with shower over bath and WC, 1 with shower cubicle and WC - Electric oven and hob,...