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Alston Vacation farmhouse rental with internet access, walking, TV and rural retreat

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  • Farmhouse
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 3 nights min stay
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Not suitable for children
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

From the owner

Visiting the North Pennines? Our beautifully presented and comfortable self contained accommodation, "Owl Retreat" is part of a refurbished 1830’s farmhouse situated in an AONB. It boasts stunning panoramic views and is in an ideal location for walkers, cyclists or those seeking the tranquility of the countryside and a break from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

The accommodation comprises a bedroom with a double bed and plenty of hanging / storage space. The bathroom has a spa bath, shower, underfloor heating and towels are provided. The lounge / diner has comfortable leather sofas, dining room table (seating 4), coffee table, TV with freeview, DVD and WIFI. The kitchen is fully equipped with microwave, kettle, toaster, fridge/ freezer, dish washer and washing machine. We can supply, on request a portable BBQ in the patio/garden area - an ideal space for relaxing on a lazy summer night whilst enjoying a sun downer.

There is ample secure parking and wheelchair access is not a problem.

We ask guests not to smoke inside and supply an ashtray for smoking outside.

We kindly ask all our guests to check in after 1400hrs on the date of arrival and to check out before 1000hrs on the day of departure unless prior arrangements have been made with us.

The town of Alston is within walking distance (1.4 miles). It has a variety of interesting shops, some selling arts and crafts and a Post Office, Chemist, Hardware Store and Bakery. There are several welcoming country pubs offering real ales and some serve food including locally caught trout. For groceries Alston has a Co-op and Spar with an ATM machine for your convenience. Both are open till late.

Alston 18 hole golf course is nearby - green fees are paid by way of an honesty box for players wishing to tee off.

If you fancy a break from walking the (seasonal) South Tynedale Steam Railway is situated in the village on which you can enjoy scenic trips through the South Tyne Valley and the North Pennines.

Fishing (Fly & Coarse) is an activity to be enjoyed with brown trout being a local delicacy. Permits for fly fishing are available in the village. Commercial fishing venues are also available in the area.

The nearest working railway station to Alston is Haltwhistle approx 13 miles away. There are also stations in Penrith (18 miles) and Carlisle (21 miles).

A car is advisable when visiting the area as public transport is limited.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Full bed
  • 1 Family bathroom

Families

  • Not suitable for children
  • No pets allowed

Access

  • Parking
  • Secure parking
  • Accessible for wheelchair users — please contact the owner for details before booking

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Private garden
  • BBQ
  • Patio
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Iron
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Watergreens Farm – Home 7040882

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    About the owner

    Gareth B.
    Calendar last updated:
    22 Apr 2024

    Years listed:
    8

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    Languages spoken: English
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    A week in Alston
    May 2022

    What a fantastic cottage in the most beautiful part of the world with only sheep for neighbours. it had everything we needed and more. Gareth & Amanda were so accommodating and nothing was too mu… More 

    29 May 2022

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Jill C

    Perfectly peaceful
    Aug 2020

    Beautiful location with incredible views, so peaceful. Amanda met us when we arrived and showed us round, everything we needed and spotlessly clean. The kitchen had everything we needed (and more) in… More 

    24 Aug 2020

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    Catherine A

    Amazing retreat
    Mar 2019

    Gareth gave us a lovely warm welcome, Amanda had left us yummy homemade cookies (delightful) The owl retreat was beautifully presented, very clean, cosy and comfortable, everything you need for a few … More 

    6 Mar 2019

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    badgers_musing
    Hitchin, United Kingdom

    Another great stay
    Dec 2018

    Fantastic cottage and brilliant hosts. Arrived to find all we needed and more laid on for us. Location is fantastic (see photo for a snippet of the views from the cottage) being close enough to town/… More 

    28 Dec 2018

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    559iano
    Broxburn, United Kingdom

    1st cottage booking
    Aug 2018

    Not being able to book our normal hotel in Alston and none of the others we would have considered bring available when we wanted we booked our 1st holiday cottage. We were delighted Watergreens Owl r… More 

    24 Aug 2018

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    Thank you so much for taking the time to give us feedback on your stay with us - much appreciated and SO pleased you liked the accommodation. We shall look forward to welcoming you back in the future.....

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