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FIELD BARN, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Alston
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 290 sq m
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Explore the area
Alston, Cumbria & The Lake District
- Nenthead Mines6 min drive
- North Pennines20 min drive
- Hadrian's Wall33 min drive
- Carlisle (CAX)59 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
FIELD BARN, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Alston
This detached cottage rests in Alston in the North Pennines and can sleep two people in one bedroom.
Field Barn is a charming one-bedroom cottage resting on the outskirts of Alston in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Hosting one ground-floor double bedroom and a ground-floor shower room, along with a first-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with a Juliet balcony, sleeping up to two guests. There is ample off-road parking and a garden with lawn and patio. Field Barn is a quaint romantic retreat in the North Pennines.
Amenities: Electric central heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, and TV. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. WIFI. Ample off-road parking. Garden with semi enclosed graveled and patio. One well behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop within 3.4 miles, pub within 0.8 miles. Note: Adults only. Please note: during winter months, the roads around the barn can be snowy so a four wheel drive car is recommended. Guests should also check their route before they start out to ensure they can get to the area.
Region: Open heather moors and peatlands together with beautiful dales and hay meadows sweep across this northernmost section of the Pennine hill range. Discover a range of attractions and a rich heritage.
Town: Settled within the fabulous North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is the delightful town of Alston. Holding the accolade of England's highest market town, it boasts lovely cobbled streets with shops and eateries, and was the filming location for ITV's productions of Jane Eyre and Oliver Twist. Take a trip on the restored diesel engine railway heading through the South Tyne Valley, or enjoy the excellent walking terrain all around.
Field Barn is a charming one-bedroom cottage resting on the outskirts of Alston in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Hosting one ground-floor double bedroom and a ground-floor shower room, along with a first-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with a Juliet balcony, sleeping up to two guests. There is ample off-road parking and a garden with lawn and patio. Field Barn is a quaint romantic retreat in the North Pennines.
Amenities: Electric central heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, and TV. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. WIFI. Ample off-road parking. Garden with semi enclosed graveled and patio. One well behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop within 3.4 miles, pub within 0.8 miles. Note: Adults only. Please note: during winter months, the roads around the barn can be snowy so a four wheel drive car is recommended. Guests should also check their route before they start out to ensure they can get to the area.
Region: Open heather moors and peatlands together with beautiful dales and hay meadows sweep across this northernmost section of the Pennine hill range. Discover a range of attractions and a rich heritage.
Town: Settled within the fabulous North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is the delightful town of Alston. Holding the accolade of England's highest market town, it boasts lovely cobbled streets with shops and eateries, and was the filming location for ITV's productions of Jane Eyre and Oliver Twist. Take a trip on the restored diesel engine railway heading through the South Tyne Valley, or enjoy the excellent walking terrain all around.
Property manager
Sykes Holiday Cottages
Languages
English
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Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Alston
Alston is home to this cottage. Nenthead Mines and Weardale Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at De Vere Slaley Hall Golf Course and De Vere Slaley Hall Spa. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Alston, Cumbria & The Lake District
What's nearby
- Nenthead Mines - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
- North Pennines - 20 min drive - 20.5 km
- Vindolanda - 27 min drive - 34.6 km
- Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall - 30 min drive - 38.0 km
- Hadrian's Wall - 33 min drive - 35.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Turks Head - 7 min drive
- Hartside Top - 10 min drive
- Miners Arms - 6 min drive
- Nent Hall Country House Hotel - 17 min walk
- The George & Dragon Inn - 9 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Reverse-level. One ground-floor double bedroom. Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC. First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with Juliet balcony
What makes this property unique
Electric central heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, and TV. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. WIFI. Ample off-road parking. Garden with semi enclosed graveled and patio. One well behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop within 3.4 miles, pub within 0.8 miles. Note: Adults only. Please note: during winter months, the roads around the barn can be snowy so a four wheel drive car is recommended. Guests should also check their route before they start out to ensure they can get to the area.
Languages:
English
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