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Middlefell View Cottage

(Ref. 1158461)

Alston, Cumbria & The Lake District Show on map

Sykes rating

  • 6 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Seaside
  • Broadband / WiFi

Summary

  • Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double, 2 x twin
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
  • Oil central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, coffee maker
  • TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, selection of books and games, WiFi
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Travel cot and highchair available upon request
  • Off-road parking for 1 car
  • Private front garden with lawn and furniture, shared rear patio
  • 2 well-behaved dogs welcome (at an additional cost of £25 per dog)
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 2 miles, pub 0.6 miles
  • Note: There is a £20 supplement to charge an electric vehicle from the domestic power supply at the property - the nearest public charge point is 2 miles away in Alston
  • Note: There are some steps between rooms on the ground floor

The property

Alston 2 miles.

Middlefell View Cottage is a delightful barn conversion in the scenic heart of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, surrounded by open fields and teeming with wildlife.

Located just a short drive from the charming market town of Alston and featuring direct footpaths right from the doorstep, this idyllic retreat offers convenient off-road parking and a warm welcome for two well-behaved pets.

It’s the perfect escape for families or groups of friends eager to unwind amidst the beauty of nature.

As you step inside, a spacious open-plan living area greets you, featuring charming exposed wooden beams that enhance the cottage’s character.

A well-equipped kitchen and dining area provide everything needed to prepare delicious home-cooked meals, ready to be enjoyed together around the dining table set for six.

Just off the kitchen, the airy sitting area has a roaring woodburning stove, which is ideal to curl up in front of, or why not sit beside a sunny south-facing bay window with a book and soak up the country atmosphere?

Continue the conversation outdoors on the beautifully maintained lawn and charming shared patio area, complete with a bench and comfortable outdoor furniture.

Here, you can savour a meal beneath a starlit sky while your four-legged friends roam freely.

Entertainment options are plentiful, with a TV featuring Freeview, a DVD player, CD/radio, a selection of books, and classic board games, along with WiFi for added convenience.

The ground floor also hosts a comfortable double bedroom and a well-appointed shower room, offering easy accessibility.

Upstairs, two charming twin bedrooms await, each thoughtfully furnished with ample storage for your belongings.

A family bathroom completes this level, offering the option of a soothing soak to help you unwind after a day of adventure.

Return each day to the warmth and comfort of Middlefell View Cottage, your countryside haven in the North Pennines.

Note: This property can be booked with ref. 1158462, together sleeping up to 10 guests.

Hudgill Farm Cottages

These two sympathetically restored barn conversions, set next to the owners’ home, are joined via a lockable interconnecting door and are situated in a rural location, two miles from Alston in Cumbria. Overlooking sloping grassland leading down to the River Nent, the cottages occupy an idyllic setting, providing a quiet getaway for families and friends. Both cottages have been furnished and equipped to offer comfort, warmth with a toasty woodburning stove, and a welcoming return after an invigorating day in the Cumbrian countryside. Attention has been taken to retain and enhance the character of the building, with the exposed A frame wooden beams and a large south-facing window where the old barn door used to be. Each property has its own private garden, whilst to the rear of the cottages is a lawned area where you can enjoy views over the valley. Footpaths lead across the moorland and the local area has very little light pollution, so this is just the spot for sitting back and stargazing beneath the night’s sky, before heading back inside for an evening curling up by the woodburning stove. Nearby Alston retains its traditional country character, with a selection of welcoming pubs serving real ale and good food. The Pennine Way also passes through the town, which is also on the C2C Cycle Route. You can visit the South Tynedale Railway and enjoy a scenic trip through the majestic North Pennines landscape. Immerse yourself in the local history at the Killhope Lead Mining Museum, offering engaging exhibits and underground tours. Outdoorsy types will relish a visit to the nearby Ashgill Force, a stunning waterfall offering a calm spot for a picnic. Venture to Epiacum Roman Fort for a slice of local history. In the colder months, Yad Moss Ski Tow offers an exciting day out on the slopes for both skiing novices and pros alike. For a touch of serene spirituality coupled with fascinating local heritage, visit the Weardale Museum and High House Chapel. Wind down your exciting day with a gentle walk to the idyllic Beldy Waterfall. With plenty of places to visit within an hour by car, including Hadrian's Wall, Beamish Open Air Museum, Durham Cathedral and the Lake District, these are perfect holiday cottages for a relaxing break.

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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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This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas