[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 2 bedroom accommodation in Alston Cottage in Alston with kitchen and fireplace ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32910000/32901200/32901151/8c3efe86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32910000/32901200/32901151/9d475019.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32910000/32901200/32901151/6ca64be7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher, highchair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32910000/32901200/32901151/909ba43d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32910000/32901200/32901151/fc1c3491.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Gilmore House, nestled in Alston’s historic centre, offers a charming retreat with an open fire and two living areas. Take advantage of the garden seating area to unwind or enjoy the picturesque views of North Pennines and Eden Valley nearby. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Fireplace - Parking available - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Alston This cosy property offers the perfect base from which to explore all the quaint market towns Cumbria and the Lake District has to offer.. 2 steps to entrance. Ground Floor: Living room: Sky, DVD Player, Open Fire Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer Living room 2: First Floor: Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Bathroom: (1 Step), Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. . Lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car; public car park, 200 yards away, free of charge. No smoking. Please note: There are 5 steps in the garden, which is accessed via a shared courtyard.. Comfortable and with touches of authentic character, Gilmore House sits just a stone’s throw from the centre of the traditional market town of Alston. Small but full of character with cobbled streets and fabulous views, Alston sits as the highest town in England. This appealing terraced house offers guests the benefit of a living room with an open fire and an additional sitting room. Shuttered windows add to the charm and character of this traditional Victorian property. With the benefit of outdoor seating to enjoy a morning coffee or perhaps a chilled wine after a day’s exploring, guests will find the garden area (not enclosed), a relaxing spot. Keen cyclists will be well aware that Alston sits on the coast to coast route, and for cyclists of all abilities the local area is a great source of opportunities, offering breath taking views and hills of varying challenges. Walkers will have every opportunity to take in the country walks with routes straight from the door. Heading further afield, local villages offer traditional pubs and tea rooms for a warm Cumbrian welcome. The picturesque North Pennines and Eden Valley offer plenty for guests to enjoy, while a short drive will take you into the northern Lake District and Lake Ullswater, perfect for a steamer ride to take full advantage of the picture perfect setting. The popular Cumbrian market towns of Penrith, Appleby and Keswick are within a short drive, and Gilmore House offers an ideal base from which to explore the area. Shop 100 yards, pub and restaurant 200 yards. Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property. Free WiFi Garden shared with neighbours. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Alston Alston su-UK1154-UK1154 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Alston Private vacation home 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Alston Private vacation home Alston ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.81309%2C-2.43875&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pBQ0NjDT4Nlb3-VX560gB878D-4=) Alston #### What's nearby - Nenthead Mines - 7 min drive - 8.0 km - North Pennines - 13 min drive - 17.6 km - Vindolanda - 27 min drive - 34.4 km - Whinfell Forest - 31 min drive - 35.2 km - Hadrian's Wall - 31 min drive - 34.4 km #### Getting around - Langwathby Station - 28 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) - 52 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Miners Arms - ‬7 min drive - ‪George And Dragon - ‬5 min drive - ‪Hartside Cafe - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Turks Head Inn - ‬2 min walk - ‪Hartside Top - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Alston pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this 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? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Alston located? > Situated in Alston, this cottage is 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Nenthead Mines and within 12 mi (20 km) of North Pennines and Weardale Museum. Long Meg and Her Daughters and Saint Nicholas are also within 16 mi (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 2 bedroom accommodation in Alston Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Helen Jan 2, 2020 #### Spent a lovely Christmas at Gilmore House. Spent a lovely Christmas at Gilmore House. The cottage is cosy with some beautiiful original features and in an absolutely brilliant central location for both Alston's amenities and country walks. We were delighted to arrive and find that it had been (tastefully!) decorated for the festive season. The listing doesn't make clear enough the "accessibility" challenges that the cottage might pose for anyone who is less than sprightly and sure-footed. My elderly parents joined us for part of the stay, and the very narrow and steep stairs were a constant battle. Also, initial access is via the back door over very uneven cobbles - we banned them from attempting that route into the cottage! But overall, if it were just the two of us (plus dog!), we wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. ##### Helen This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Helen Jan 2, 2020 #### Spent a lovely Christmas at Gilmore House. Spent a lovely Christmas at Gilmore House. The cottage is cosy with some beautiiful original features and in an absolutely brilliant central location for both Alston's amenities and country walks. We were delighted to arrive and find that it had been (tastefully!) decorated for the festive season. The listing doesn't make clear enough the "accessibility" challenges that the cottage might pose for anyone who is less than sprightly and sure-footed. My elderly parents joined us for part of the stay, and the very narrow and steep stairs were a constant battle. Also, initial access is via the back door over very uneven cobbles - we banned them from attempting that route into the cottage! But overall, if it were just the two of us (plus dog!), we wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. ##### Helen This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Sep 21, 2019 #### L Loved the house and loved the location ##### Michael This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Jul 9, 2019 #### Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, although a shared garden this was not an issue as the residents who sha Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, although a shared garden this was not an issue as the residents who shared the garden were very nice and friendly. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### O Jul 6, 2019 #### Quirky cottage-ideal base to explore surrounding area . Quirky cottage-ideal base to explore surrounding area . Lovely little garden area ##### O This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Geoffrey Feb 24, 2019 #### Lovely little cottage, nicely laid out and complete with the most gorgeous range fire in the front r Lovely little cottage, nicely laid out and complete with the most gorgeous range fire in the front room. I've driven through Alston plenty of times but have never stopped and was pleasantly surprised. Best food in the village was found at Lowerbyer Manor, closely followed by the Indian Restaurant situated within the Victoria Inn. Only criticisms of Gilmore House are, I felt that privacy glass should be fitted to the bathroom windows and for a cottage that allows dogs to stay a stronger vacuum cleaner should be provided, in reality there's nothing really wrong at all. Would definitely recommend and may even book it again in a few years or so. ##### Geoffrey ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Holiday Inn Glasgow Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Paisley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Glasgow-Airport.h809324.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Hamilton by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hamilton.h1889137.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury Beach House Rental with Hot Tub, 30 meters to Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Looe-Hotels-Luxury-Beach-House-Rental-With-Hot-Tub.h27313935.Hotel-Information) > > [Bonkle House](https://www.expedia.ca/Wishaw-Hotels-Bonkle-House.h15996183.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandman Signature London Gatwick Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Crawley-Hotels-Sandman-Signature-London-Gatwick-Hotel.h6579.Hotel-Information) > > [The Harlow Hotel By AccorHotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Harlow-Hotels-The-Harlow-Hotel-By-AccorHotels.h950.Hotel-Information) > > [Pinewood Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Ibstock-Hotels-Pinewood-Lodge.h17183221.Hotel-Information) > > [The Crown hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Woodbridge-Hotels-The-Crown-Hotel.h520172.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Peterborough.h2254377.Hotel-Information) > > [The Pearl Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-The-Pearl-Hotel.h6335144.Hotel-Information) > > [The Manor House](https://www.expedia.ca/Scarborough-Hotels-The-Manor-House.h44509462.Hotel-Information) > > [Unique Luxury Escapes](https://www.expedia.ca/Diss-Hotels-Unique-Luxury-Escapes.h29745570.Hotel-Information) > > [Windermere Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Hotels-Windermere-Manor-Hotel.h22280374.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Travelodge-Gatwick-Airport-Central.h10160516.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Peterborough-Marriott-Hotel.h691233.Hotel-Information) > > [No Man's Fort](https://www.expedia.ca/Portsmouth-Hotels-No-Mans-Fort.h11536410.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Northampton](https://www.expedia.ca/Northampton-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Northampton-Town-Centre.h12543.Hotel-Information) > > [Novotel Milton Keynes](https://www.expedia.ca/Milton-Keynes-Hotels-Novotel-Milton-Keynes.h892420.Hotel-Information) > > [Beautiful Country Cottage private Indoor Swimming Pool ,Hot Tub, & Games room.](https://www.expedia.ca/Swindon-Hotels-Beautiful-Country-Cottage-Private-Indoor-Swimming-Pool.h34047025.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Hamilton Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Hamilton-Park.h33810078.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Peterborough by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Peterborough.h281577.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn by Wyndham Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Peterborough.h2928593.Hotel-Information) > > [Heated indoor pool & spa, countryside holiday cottage near the beach & park](https://www.expedia.ca/Hastings-Hotels-Heated-Indoor-Pool-Spa.h18971402.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Lumley Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Chester-Le-Street-Hotels-Lumley-Castle-Hotel.h175571.Hotel-Information) > > [Camelot Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Tintagel-Hotels-Camelot-Castle-Hotel.h8083111.Hotel-Information) > > [Pennyhill Park Hotel And Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Bagshot-Hotels-Pennyhill-Park-Hotel-And-Spa.h517256.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson BLU Hotel Durham](https://www.expedia.ca/Durham-Hotels-Radisson-BLU-Hotel-Durham.h2226171.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h7234788.Hotel-Information)