Kings Cottage
ID: S3309
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47 reviews
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1 pet welcome
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1 Bathroom
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WiFi
Guests say
Kings Cottage in Alston is highly praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and prime location. Guests appreciate the cosy, well-equipped space and the thoughtful touches from the owner, Val. The property is nestled in a friendly town with easy access to shops, pubs, and scenic walks, making it an ideal retreat for relaxation and exploration.
Cleanliness
Reviewers consistently mention the cottage's cleanliness, describing it as spotless and well-maintained. The high level of cleanliness contributes significantly to the comfort and appeal of the property.
Location
The cottage's location is frequently highlighted as fantastic, offering easy access to local amenities, historical sites, and walking paths. Its proximity to the town centre while remaining quiet and peaceful is greatly valued by guests.
Comfort
Guests find the cottage to be cosy, comfortable, and tastefully decorated, with special mentions of comfy sofas and beds. The warm and welcoming atmosphere is noted as a highlight of their stay.
Facilities
The property is well-equipped, with a kitchen that satisfies guests' needs and additional facilities like a well-maintained garden. However, some guests noted the shared garden and parking difficulties for larger vehicles, slightly impacting the score.
Thoughtfulness
The owner's thoughtfulness is evident through gestures like pre-setting the heating and leaving welcome treats such as cake and milk. While these gifts are greatly appreciated, they are personal touches and may not be a standard offering for every stay.
About this property
A charming and comfortably-furnished 400-year old terraced stone cottage, just a short walk from the centre of Alston, the highest market town in England, and the centre of five historic Pennine routes. The cottage is traditional and welcoming, with exposed beams, an inglenook fireplace and a warming woodburner-effect gas stove, and is ideal for a romantic break. Alston retains its traditional character, including a selection of pubs with open fires and real ales just a short walk from the cottage. There are walks onto the moors from the cottage, and the Pennine Way passes through the town, which is also on the C2C Cycle Route. 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, this is a superb Alston cottage for a relaxing break.
Surrounded by a unique landscape of moorland, hills, rivers and waterfalls, Alston is set in the North Pennines and is England's highest market town. This intriguing settlement boasts charming cobbled streets and was the filming location for ITV's productions of Jane Eyre and Oliver Twist. Long associated with poets, writers and artists, the wonderful location of Alston still serves as an inspiration to the craftspeople that live and work there. There is a wide range of unusual, independent shops in the town, including quality crafts and galleries. Visitors can also take a ride on one of the lovingly restored steam and diesel engines that run through the beautiful scenery of the South Tyne valley, whilst Nenthead Mines Heritage Centre makes a great family day out with its interactive exhibitions.
Accommodation
One double bedroom.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin & WC.
Fitted kitchen.
Sitting room with fold-away table (occasional use), exposed beams & inglenook fireplace with woodburner-effect gas fire.
Gas central heating with gas fire in sitting room.
Electric oven & hob, microwave, fridge, TV with Freeview, DVD, radio/CD, wifi, Fuel & power included in rent.
Bed linen included in rent.
Roadside parking.
Lawned garden to rear of property (not enclosed).
One well-behaved dog welcome at £10.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shops & pubs 3 mins walk.
Note : Short breaks preferred during winter.
Please note that the Gas fire is not in use for bookings during June, July and August
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