A cosy retreat for couples, and includes a four poster bed.

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Open plan living/dining room/kitchen | Harbut Law Holiday Cottages - The Calf Shed, Alston
Open plan living/dining room/kitchen | Harbut Law Holiday Cottages - The Calf Shed, Alston
Open plan living/dining room/kitchen | Harbut Law Holiday Cottages - The Calf Shed, Alston
Four Poster bedroom | Harbut Law Holiday Cottages - The Calf Shed, Alston
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9.8Outstanding
(21 Ratings)
"We had a wonderful Christmas spent at the Calf Shed. Mr and Mrs Younger were very welcoming and left us a few festive items when we arrived which was so lovely and thoughtful. We had some Christmas de..."
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9.8 / 10.0
Outstanding(21 Ratings)

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2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

About this cottage rental

A cosy retreat for couples, and includes a four poster bed. Great walking to be enjoyed with the Pennine Way on the doorstep.. Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Electric Fire

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge

First Floor:

Bedroom: Galleried, Four Poster Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Patio with garden furniture. No smoking.. All properties: Biomass central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. External utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer (shared). Barbecue available on request (shared). Hot tub (shared with other properties on-site on a rota basis). Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. . These three, 18th century barn conversions, (refs 80043, 28645, 28646) are located just 1 mile from the market town of Alston, one of the highest towns in the country and a charming backdrop to many a period film and TV series. Situated behind the owner’s home, these holiday cottages offer comfortable accommodation with their own sitting-out areas.

Guests have shared use of the hot tub where views can be enjoyed towards Mount Hooley and over the South Tyne Valley. The changing landscape throughout the seasons makes for picturesque views all year round. After a day out exploring this delightful area, what better way to soak those tired limbs and relax.

This is a good base for exploring Tynedale and the North Pennines by foot, bicycle or car, with many places of interest to visit, including Alston’s narrow gauge railway, Pennine Pottery and local crafts. The Pennine Way runs past the door, with walks in all directions. Alston, with its quaint cobbled main street, has a range of individual shops, character inns, restaurants and tea rooms. Within the area is an historical Roman fort and tourists will enjoy the museums, exhibitions and sites along Hadrian’s Wall. The Lake District, Beamish Museum, Newcastle, the Metro Centre, Carlisle and the Scottish Borders are all within driving distance. Ideal for families or friends to get together, these properties (red 80043, 28645 and 28646) can be booked together to accommodate up to 10 guests. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Free WiFi



Only dogs allowed at the property.

Suitable for up to 1 pet

Amenities at A cosy retreat for couples, and includes a four poster bed.

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10.0
Outstanding(21 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0
We had a wonderful Christmas spent at the Calf Shed. Mr and Mrs Younger were very welcoming and left us a few festive items when we arrived which was so lovely and thoughtful. We had some Christmas decorations and lights inside and out, which was so festive and we made full use of the hot tub on Christmas Day. There are some great walks on the Pennine way and with Alston village nearby, we had a great meal at the Cumberland Inn. The scenery is spectacular and the nearby Hartside Summit and the Moor had splatterings of snow when we arrived! All in all a beautiful spot to spend Christmas and we will defiantly return in the future! Thank you so much. X
10.0 / 10.0
Property was lovely the owners John & Sue are lovely people went there as couple my girlfriend was on crutches and John helped so much to get her in hot tub was very nice of them . Place has everything you need all kitchen items and very clean tidy would definitely recommend and will be revisiting in near future and surrounding area are fantastic
10.0 / 10.0
Excellent cottage very cozy and clean just how you like it
8.0 / 10.0
Very pleased with accommodation glad to get away for a break.
Very pleased with accommodation glad to get away for a break.
Very pleased with accommodation glad to get away for a break. TV and shower could be improved. Thank u. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
10.0 / 10.0
Had a great stay at the Calf Shed even during a pandemic.
Had a great stay at the Calf Shed even during a pandemic.
Had a great stay at the Calf Shed even during a pandemic. It's about a 40 minute walk to Alston which has a few pubs and a Co-op for the essentials. It's an ideal spot to explore Cumbria. The Calf Shed is perfect for a couple, it was spotlessly clean, had sufficient cutlery and crockery and the owners were very friendly. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
10.0 / 10.0
We had a lovely time at Harbut law cottages Alston , Tom and Susan the owners made us feel very welc
We had a lovely time at Harbut law cottages Alston , Tom and Susan the owners made us feel very welc
We had a lovely time at Harbut law cottages Alston , Tom and Susan the owners made us feel very welcome and were always on hand if we needed anything . We stayed in the Calf shed which was the smallest of the 4 cottages but was very comfortable and very clean , I would recommend staying at this friendly homely site  Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
10.0 / 10.0
Very quiet location not far from a lovely little village, the cottage was clean and well laid out, t
Very quiet location not far from a lovely little village, the cottage was clean and well laid out, t
Very quiet location not far from a lovely little village, the cottage was clean and well laid out, the hot tub was very nice after walking all day. You will need a car and be prepared to travel a little to get to tourist attractions and hot spots. The hosts where magnificent very welcoming and gave good advice on little hidden gems. Would recommend and one day would like to return. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely quite place just what I needed.
Lovely quite place just what I needed.
Lovely quite place just what I needed. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo

FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at A cosy retreat for couples, and includes a four poster bed.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is A cosy retreat for couples, and includes a four poster bed. pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at A cosy retreat for couples, and includes a four poster bed.?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.


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