An eco-friendly 18th-century stone cottage in a secluded wooded valley with paths adjoining the Pennine Way.. Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: TV, DVD Player, Multi-Fuel Burner, Sofa Bed (Double)
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Washing Machine
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds. Electric storage heaters, electricity, bed linen and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for multi-fuel burner included. Towel hire. Cot and highchair. Enclosed garden with garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. This 18th-century stone cottage is hidden away up a steep gravel track overlooking the wooded Tyne Valley and the North Pennine Fells. It is a secluded location adjacent to the owner’s house, and benefits from solar powered hot water. There is footpath access to the Pennine Way and local tracks with a variety of local attractions including the South Tynedale Steam Railway, lead mining heritage centres, a transport museum, hand made candle factory, and the historic charm of Alston one mile away, with its steep cobbled streets and good pubs. The area is ideal for walking and mountain biking. Both Hadrian’s Wall and the Lake District are within half an hour’s drive. Shops and pubs 1 mile.
Free WiFi
There is access to a laundry room with drying facilities.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Alston
Located in Alston, this cottage is in a rural area. Nenthead Mines and Long Meg and Her Daughters are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Northumberland National Park and North Pennines. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Eden Rock or Brunton Park.
Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall - 49 min drive - 46.0 km
Hadrian's Wall - 52 min drive - 42.1 km
Hexham Abbey - 56 min drive - 49.5 km
Getting around
Armathwaite Station - 22 min drive
Carlisle (CAX) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
The Turks Head Inn - 3 min drive
George And Dragon - 6 min drive
The Kirkstyle Inn - 9 min drive
Angel Inn - 2 min drive
Jack's Takeaway - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Alston pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 2 bedroom accommodation in Alston?
As of 23 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 bedroom accommodation in Alston on 3 July 2026 start from NZ$224, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at 2 bedroom accommodation in Alston?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Alston?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Alston?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Alston located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 6 mi (9.7 km) from Nenthead Mines and 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from North Pennines. Long Meg and Her Daughters and Weardale Museum are also within 16 miles (25 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
An excellent cottage, out of the way with amazing scenery.
An excellent cottage, out of the way with amazing scenery. Hosts were very friendly and helpful. This is a great base for exploring both Northumberland and the Lake District. Easy walks from the cottage or just sit on the garden and enjoy the views. Very accurate description and photos. Would visit again without reservation.
Nicola
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ian
8 November 2020
Fantastic holiday, really clean and up to covid standards
Owners stayed at a safe distance from us a
Fantastic holiday, really clean and up to covid standards
Owners stayed at a safe distance from us at all times but
Still welcomed us as they always do.
Spectacular location really clean and peaceful
Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
Ian
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kevin
27 October 2020
Really enjoyable stay.
Really enjoyable stay.. Spoke to the homeowner very helpful and knowledgeable of walks in the surrounding areas.
Cottage really cosy and abundance of wildlife within the area.. Already booked for next year.
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Kevin
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Stuart
22 September 2020
We had a fantastic week, the owners were so helpful with brilliant local knowledge.
We had a fantastic week, the owners were so helpful with brilliant local knowledge. The dogs loved having so many great walks close to the property.
The log burner was fantastic to have and we needed it due to a cold end to August.
We will definitely go again.
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Stuart
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ian
6 October 2019
Widow cottage is a very special place to stay for a holiday.
Widow cottage is a very special place to stay for a holiday.
Very friendly owner's,
Beautiful location ,total piece and quite away from all the noise and light pollution.
Surrounded by wild open country side.
Very dog friendly our husky loved all the walks from the cottage and the surrounding area.
Ian
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bela
28 February 2019
What a beautiful cottage in such a beautiful corner of the world.
What a beautiful cottage in such a beautiful corner of the world. We wanted a quiet getaway to relax and recharge and it was exactly what we wanted. The owners were wonderful and full of interesting information about the surroundings. Would definitely go back again.
Bela
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
3 February 2019
We had a lovely relaxing short break at Widows Cottage.
We had a lovely relaxing short break at Widows Cottage. It was easy to find just off the a-road, and Phil was there to greet us and show us in to an already lit fire. The cottage had all the amenities you would need for a much longer stay, and after settling in Phil came back to talk through everything we needed to know. The cottage was a great base to get out walking from, and very cosy in the cold evenings. Although just off an A-road you don't get any noise. The gravel track up to the cottage is pretty steep and bumpy, but my low powered hatchback managed it fine.
Archival
8/10 Good
gary h.
13 October 2015
does as exactly as it says
typical country cottage ,charming spotlessly clean quiet,,alround brilliant week. owners phil n heather pleasant ,very helpfull,can,t say more ,just a great time. (gary & mandy Nottingham)
gary h.
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