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Cosy & quirky cottage in the centre of Alston

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Cosy & quirky cottage in the centre of Alston provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available

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About this property

Cosy & quirky cottage in the centre of Alston

  • 'Stokoe Cottage', is a period cottage set over 3 floors, with lots of history & character, sympathetically restored, tucked away from the main market square along a cobbled lane. Ideal for walkers and cyclists doing the Coast to Coast route. Quite village away from all the hustle and bustle of daily life. Great pubs and eating places near by.
    1 bedroom, with king sized bed, lounge, with comfortable chesterfield sofa, TV with Freeview, large wood./coal burner stove and free wifi. Beautiful wooden shutters to Georgian windows. Bathroom has corner shower, toilet & sink, with exposed wall, very quirky...recently renovated. Beautiful farmhouse kitchen with all essentials and large range cooker, with fridge and dishwasher. Off the kitchen is a utility room, where there is a small freezer, washing machine & tumble dryer for use, and ample storage for bikes.

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About the area

Alston is home to this vacation home. Nenthead Mines and Weardale Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at North Pennines and Northumberland National Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Eden Rock or Brunton Park. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and cycling. Visit our Alston travel guide
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Alston, England

What's nearby

  • A hiker on a wooden staircase with a signpost indicating 'Fennine Way'.
    North Pennines
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A park with a pond, a statue, and a building with columns.
    Vindolanda
    39 min drive - 39.6 km
  • A stone wall, rolling hills, and a sunset over a green landscape.
    Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall
    42 min drive - 43.8 km
  • A landscape with a lake, grassy fields, and a stone wall.
    Hadrian's Wall
    46 min drive - 40.5 km
  • Carlisle Cathedral
    60 min drive - 58.2 km

Getting around

  • Lazonby & Kirkoswald Station
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Turks Head Inn
    1 min walk
  • George And Dragon
    5 min drive
  • Walter's Cafe & Bar
    2 min walk
  • Saddlers Bakery Bistro
    2 min walk
  • Elks Head
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy & quirky cottage in the centre of Alston pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Cosy & quirky cottage in the centre of Alston?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cosy & quirky cottage in the centre of Alston on Oct 25, 2026 start from CA $215, excluding 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cosy & quirky cottage in the centre of Alston?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy & quirky cottage in the centre of Alston?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy & quirky cottage in the centre of Alston located?

Situated in Alston, this vacation home is 4.9 mi (8 km) from Nenthead Mines and within 12 mi (20 km) of Killhope Lead Mining Museum and North Pennines. The Blacksmith's Shop and Weardale Museum are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Cosy & quirky cottage in the centre of Alston Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place, great location and superb amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quirky cottage, ideal for a getaway

The cottage had so much charm and personality. A great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and comfortable

I only stopped for a night. As I was going from London to Skye's. Co-op right out front is definitely a plus. And no problem with communication with the owner.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Winter Stay

We stayed at the cottage in Alston for one night in December, it was ideally located near all the village amenities including several pubs and a cafe that we visited for breakfast. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook a good meal for the night and set the fire going for a cosy night in. The cottage was nice and peaceful with some lovely countryside around it for a walk around the village and the South Tyne river. Great communication from Colin and Sheila to let us know everything we need to ahead of our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

We really enjoyed staying at this property. It was clean, had fun decor, was comfortable and have everything we needed. We would love to come back someday.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely quirky little cottage

We had a lovely time in this cottage. It is well equipped and comfortable, with everything we needed. The location was perfect, with some great walks, but also easy to drive to places of interest. I'd recommend Sadler's bistro for cakes, and The Nook for breakfast - sadly several of the other places in Alston appear to have closed recently, but the quality of these means that we did not miss anything needed. Being behind the Co-op meant that even when we did run out of something it was really easy to get hold of it. Our only problem was that the holiday wasn't long enough - we would have love to have stayed much longer! Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home from Home

Beautiful location & stunning accommodation. Everything you could wish for from a property, a true home from home. Would love to stay here again. Thank you both for such a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The cottage was beautiful, quirky but really comfortable and with everything we needed.

Booking was straightforward. Communication from host was excellent. Location was great. We loved it and hope to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful 5 day break

Stokoe Cottage is a well appointed 'home from home' It is a really interesting Cottage with quirky 'nooks and crannies' The host's communication was excellent prior to our visit. There is a Coop around the corner and eateries to accommodate most tastes. There are a plethora of paths if you enjoy walking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Hidden gem

The Cottage is nice and roomy for a one bed and has everything you need for a wonderful stay. It is well located close to shops cafes takeaways and pubs with parking right outside the door. There are plenty of beautiful walks nearby. Alston is really is a hidden gem !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overnight stop

Ideal location - quirky layout
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage, lovely town

Excellent communication, perfect little cottage. Warm as toast with everything you need. Great fire. Lovely pubs and shops a stone's throw from the door, great walking and friendly local atmosphere. Looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Beautiful comfortable cottage. Very nice bed and warm lounge. Well fitted out kitchen. The only small thing would be to have a bigger saucepan for cooking meals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stoke Cottage

Really sweet property just as advertised. Relaxing and enjoyable stay. Thank you.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Wonderful little cottage, quiet, convenient, and charming. Only complaint was the mattress was too soft and sagged a bit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little gem of a cottage in the heart of an old interesting and quiet town.town

Good. Don't like to criticise, but helpful maybe to say that the mattress is very "imprinted" on the window side, and also a teapot would be a fine addition.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable and quirky

An unusual, one off property that is comfortable, clean and has all the facilities you need for self-catering. Dog friendly. Alston is a yesteryear gem. Look forward to re-visiting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019