Alston Holiday Cottages

Alston Cottages

Cumbria

Parkers House

Ref: S363864

Reviews 30

Alston is an idyllic town set in the breath-taking landscapes of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Complemented by a wide range of amenities including a well-stocked convenience store, a handful of bustling pubs and...

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£179

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The Hayloft

Ref: S37139

Reviews 51

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. With the drive along the A686 recognised by the AA as...

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£71

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Cumbria

4 Bed Cottage in Alston

Ref: S700622

Additional information and rules - 4 bedrooms – 1 king, 2 doubles and 1 twin - 2 bathrooms – 1 with bath, shower and WC and 1 with shower and WC - Electric oven, gas hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave and ground coffee machine - Smart...

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£146

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Cumbria

The Museum

Ref: S1068600

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 excess...

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£73

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Cross View Cottage

Ref: S475981

Reviews 11

Alston is England's highest market town, located in the North Pennines in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty surrounded by a distinctive scenery of moorland, hills, rivers, and waterfalls. This beautiful town, with its cobblestone alleys and...

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£93

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2 Bed Cottage in Alston

Ref: S674463

Additional information and rules - 2 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size zip-and-link (can be arranged as a twin on request), and 1 double - 2 bathrooms – 1 wet room with shower and WC, 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC - Electric oven and...

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£110

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Nenthead House

Ref: S1040158

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...

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£214

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Cumbria

NEW! 3BR in Salvin Cottage

Ref: S1034453

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£147

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Cumbria

The Coach House at Lowbyer

Ref: S972988

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£200

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Wild Goose Cottage

Ref: S340221

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Bonny Bits Cottage

Ref: S394432

Reviews 25

Settled in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is the market town of Alston. The town is home to cobbled streets and surrounded by a spectacular landscape; both Jane Eyre and Oliver Twist was filmed in this unique area. Alston hosts an array of...

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£91

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Cumbria

Gatecroft House, Garrigill

Ref: S981512

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£229

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Cumbria

Clifton Cottage at Lovelady Shield

Ref: S930673

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£141

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Alston Holiday Cottages

Alston is a Cumbrian town in the North Pennines, bursting with unique character and charm. It sits at roughly a thousand miles above sea level and is known as the highest market town in England. No trip to Alston would be complete without seeing Alston Moor, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, home to cascading waterfalls, rare alpine plants and wildlife. History buffs can also check out the ruins of old mine workings dotted around the moor. Head into the heart of the village for shopping or brunch. The village also offers a vibrant selection of independent shops.

At Snaptrip we have hand-picked holiday cottages in Alston full of charm and character for every taste. Whether you want a cottage with a large garden, a romantic cabin with sea views or a hot tub, you’ll be spoilt for choice. We also have cottages with space for extended family, that welcome dogs, have ample parking or disabled facilities.

We offer thousands of properties and an unbeatable best price guarantee, so you won't find better value anywhere. Our site filter will help you find holiday cottages in Alston that have everything you desire. Our friendly customer care team can also help find you the perfect stay.

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

Stephen - Verified booking

We stayed for 3 nights.

The location is perfect a good base to visit the surrounding areas. Central to both the northern lakes and Pennines. The village of Alston itself is a short 2 min drive to a public car park and nice tea rooms and Alston hall is good for a sit down meal. The cottage itself is beautiful. Facilities weâre great , everything you would need was provided, washer dryer iron hoover. Plenty of towels a nice welcome pack for our dogs. As a site and a location I would give it 10/10 The BAD part unfortunately after 1 night I received contact that the owner had told the agent that we had a party , that we were over occupied with 9 people and that we had set up out door lightning. The truth was when we went in to Alston on our first night the local eating places were booked up so we bought some food from the co-op. We cooked it and decided to eat outside in the lovely garden on the picnic table. We commenced eating around 630. Our party consisted of 3 male adults 2 females and 1 child and 2 dogs. We finished around 815 as the sun was going down and there is an outdoor socket I placed a table lamp outside to give us some light as we cleaned up. There was no music no alcohol and we were in the rear for less than 2 hours. The lady who called us from Sykes was really nice and advised it was probably a nosey neighbour who had reported to the owner the above fallacies . Unfortunately this really cast a dampener on the rest of our trip. We felt like we were being watched and scrutinised by the owners of the other cottages in the site. I wouldnât place the blame on skyes or the owner as they have protocol and insurance and continuing to have relationships with the people that actually live in the location. However the fact remains I wouldnât recommend booking this cottage as we personally had a bad experience. Despite its beauty and location.

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Jacquie - Verified booking

All in all, a pleasant stay.

Beds were extremely comfortable, with crisp white linen, and lovely views. The lounge was large but cosy and well appointed easily accommodating 6 people (although there were only 2 of us). The kitchen was very well equipped. A few niggles now but I guess it's difficult for the owners as we learned they live in another part of the country so don't see the visitors book. On arrival, in driving rain and wind, getting the key safe open was really difficult. It's clearly broken, same issue when trying to close it up on departing. The grass in the garden was something of a mine field due to dog mess not being picked up, I don't envy who has to cut it but my diary dog would not step on the grass. Unfortunately the shower head was awful, covered in mould, as were many of the tiles round base of the shower. There was also lots of debris down the side of the cushions on sofa so maybe missed when hoovering. The description said fuel for heating supplied but there was only 3 logs and kindling although it has been made up really to light. Maybe I misunderstood. Some of the crockery could have been cleaner as had to wash 2 plates and saucepan. However, we're aware that the owners are intending to upgrade the cottage over the winter so I hope these niggles will be sorted. Please also leave instructions for things like where to put rubbish, where the heating controls are, where to buy logs etc, as when we arrived there was no heat on and it was freezing and dark. Once the thermostat found, the heating was very good. The views from the cottage are beautiful and it's literally 5 minutes in the car to Alston. The neighbours are also very friendly.

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Wendy - Verified booking

We all thoroughly enjoyed our four nights stay at Cross View Cottage, (two adults and two teenagers).

We arrived in the village slightly earlier to park up (we always managed to find a parking space during our stay) and to look round Alston. The cottage is in a prominent position so it was easy to spot as we drove in and we couldn't wait to get inside and unpack. Collecting the key with the key code was easy. Once inside the cottage it was as good as the photos, beautifully presented and spotlessly clean. We loved all the original features, including the spiral stair cases. And having two bathrooms was definitely a plus! Even though we didn't really need to use it, we still lit the log burner in the living room on an evening. As it was a novelty, not having a real fire at home. Plenty of kindling and matches were provided, we just needed one bag of logs from the local Spar. A fruit/veg/plant stall appeared twice in the week under the Market Cross right outside the cottage, which we used. There are ample of shops for groceries etc in Alston so you don't need to bring lots of food with you! We even had one meal from The High Plaice Chippy close to the cottage, after completing the tree top challenge at Go Ape in Matfen, which went down well. We loved having this cottage as a base to visit places near by such as Penrith, Long Meg, Hadrians Wall and the High Force waterfall. We have since recommended Cross View Cottage to our family and friends. Thank you Shanthi and John for such a lovely stay in your cottage, it's a gem and we came home feeling truly revitalised.

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Angela - Verified booking

We three ladies had a wonderful time staying at Cross View Cottage.

The cottage was clean, comfortable, warm and perfect for our stay. The beds were extremely comfortable and we slept better than we have in ages. It is definitely not suitable for anyone with mobility issues but we found it really quaint. Alston has everything you might need on your doorstep. We visited the church, almost next door, the CoOp, handy for supplies, the takeaway, for delicious pizzas and fish and chips and most other shops for souvenirs and just to chat to the local people who were extremely friendly. The journey to Alston from Penrith took us across stunning moors to a height of nearly 2000 feet but what a view from the top!!! We caught the train from Penrith to Edinburgh, just an hour and a half away, and did the tour of the city on an open top bus, we also visited the Lake District and Barnard Castle, all definitely worth the trip. Finally, the best meals we had whilst in Alston were in the Cumberland Arms. The pub was not much to look at but the chef is a genius. If you enjoy walking, stay at Cross View cottage, you wonât regret it.

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John - Verified booking

We loved this property, it is beautifully presented, well equipped, very comfortable, beautifully clean and ideally situated, we really enjoyed our stay.

We would have liked to give this property a 5 star rating but there are a couple of things that have prevented that. The main one is the stairs. The listing does give a warning about the stairs and I would fully support that but I question whether it goes far enough. The stairs are indeed very steep and I would have thought a hand rail should have been provided, the absence of such meant that descending the stairs was a scary experience and one we only got used to by the time we were leaving. I find it hard to believe this past any safety inspection, if the handrail was sorted we would have no problem giving this property a 5 star and recommending it. The other issues were minor and didnt really bother us and didnt impact our star rating. The most note worthy of other issues was that the public parking in the town square while free is chaotic and you could at times find yourself parking some distance from the property, this was the last week in September I dread to think what it is like in high season, probably to be expected in a busy town centre.

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Things to do near Alston

Hub Heritage & Transport Museum

Visit Hub Heritage & Transport Museum in Alston for a fascinating journey through transport history! Explore a diverse collection of vintage vehicles, including cars, motorcycles, and bicycles. Learn about the region's rich heritage through engaging exhibits, and marvel at the preserved locomotives. Located at Station Yard Goods Shed, Alston CA9 3HN

South Tynedale Railway

Step aboard the South Tynedale Railway for a nostalgic journey through the picturesque North Pennines. This narrow-gauge railway takes you on a scenic ride through stunning landscapes, crossing viaducts and passing through tunnels. Perfect for families and railway enthusiasts alike, the South Tynedale Railway offers a unique experience that transports you back in time. Address: Alston Station, Station Road, Alston CA9 3JB

Epiacum Roman Fort

Unleash your inner historian at Epiacum Roman Fort, an impressive archaeological site in Cumbria. Explore the ruins of this ancient Roman fort, marvel at its defensive walls and gateways, and soak in the panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. A must-visit for history buffs and nature lovers alike. Address: Alston, CA9 3BG

Holiday cottages in Alston

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Alston Cottages

Cumbria

Parkers House

Ref: S363864

Reviews 30

Cumbria

The Hayloft

Ref: S37139

Reviews 51

Cumbria

4 Bed Cottage in Alston

Ref: S700622

Cumbria

The Museum

Ref: S1068600

Cumbria

Cross View Cottage

Ref: S475981

Reviews 11

Cumbria

2 Bed Cottage in Alston

Ref: S674463

Cumbria

Nenthead House

Ref: S1040158

Cumbria

NEW! 3BR in Salvin Cottage

Ref: S1034453

Cumbria

The Coach House at Lowbyer

Ref: S972988

Cumbria

Wild Goose Cottage

Ref: S340221

Cumbria

Bonny Bits Cottage

Ref: S394432

Reviews 25

Cumbria

Gatecroft House, Garrigill

Ref: S981512

Cumbria

Clifton Cottage at Lovelady Shield

Ref: S930673