Cottage Description
High Mill House is a 2 bedroom self catering holiday accommodation that sleeps 4 and is located in Alston, Northern England. This property does not allow pets. Local to Ayle, Coalcleugh, Knarsdale, Leadgate, Whitfield
- DVD player
- Fuel and Power Included
- Pub within 1 mile
- Open Fire
- Television
- Wifi
- Winter Short Breaks
- Bed Linen & Towels Included
- Washing Machine
- New property
This four-storey apartment is set just off the main cobblestone street in the heart of Alston, England’s highest market town at 1,000ft above sea level. This spacious holiday home is well presented and has everything you need for a comfortable stay and even has a games room with board games in the attic to keep the little ones entertained.
Surrounded by an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Alston is remote, being 20 miles from any other towns but is ideal for those wanting to explore Durham, Northumberland, the Yorkshire Dales, Scottish Borders and the Lake District. Hadrian’s Wall is a short distance away along one of England’s top ten scenic drives and there are many exhibition and viewpoints along the Heritage Site. Alston has quaint cobbled streets and various shops, galleries and good pubs and restaurants and is the starting point for the South Tynedale Railway, England’s highest narrow gauge railway. You can also travel the famous, scenic Settle to Carlisle line from nearby Langwathby station. There are a range of good walks nearby including the Pennine Way and for the cyclists, there is the Sea to Sea Cycle Route. Shop 15 yards, pub 40 yards and restaurant 30 yards
5 steps to entrance. Partially open-sided stairs to first floor: Living/dining room. Kitchen. Shower room with toilet. Partially open-sided stairs to second floor: 2 bedrooms: 1 double, 1 twin. Partially open-sided stairs to third floor: Games room with beams.
Open fire in living room included. Gas CH, gas, elec, bed linen and towels included. Two Freeview TVs. DVDs. Gas cooker. Washing Machine. Fridge Freezer. Wi-fi. Public car park foc, 30 yards. Selection of board games. No smoking.
Food
Days Out
Beach
Bike & Hike
Sports
Nature
Gardens
Activities
Historical
Eating & Drinking
Redwell Inn - 27.4 Miles (43.8 KM)
Enjoy excellent food complemented by an extensive wine list and first-class service in the exceptionally comfortable and relaxing ambiance of the Red Well Inn.
Fun Days Out
Rheged - 17.8 Miles (28.5 KM)
An award winning family day out, Rheged attractions include a giant cinema with a screen the size of six double decker buses, a kids play centre and an international mountaineering exhibition as well as superb shops and great food.
As well as being voted the country's most tranquil spot, this park is truly is a haven for walking, cycling and horse riding.
Hall Hill Farm is home to a number of farmyard animals, some of which you can stroke and feed. Visitors here can enjoy a complimentary farm trailer ride and there are also donkey rides.
Wonderful fun for kids — the soft play area includes ball pools, climbing walls, giant ball arena and aerial runways. There are themed party rooms, a café and much much more.
Beach
No recommended Beach found within 30 miles of this property.
Biking & Hiking
A former railway line that is now a lovely traffic free path open to pedestrians, cycles, horses, and dogs, its 10.5 mile route winds all the way up from Swalwell to Consett.
A great biking centre for families, novices and those who enjoy a challenge, it has a short red route, two blue routes and a skills loop to learn some of the basics. There's also a black graded ridge just for experts. One hour's drive from Glentress and Innerleithen.
Golf & Sports
A splendid 18-hole golf course set in undulating parkland with fine views over the Tyne Valley.
Prudhoe Waterworld has a 25m pool incorporated into a free form shape with shallow beach area, a wave machine and 40m aqua-slide plus plenty of other activities.
Just one mile north of Barnard Castle town centre, this is an excellent 18 hole golf course. Play a round on this beautiful course and soak up the lovely, local scenery.
Premier paragliding school in the UK offering BHPA courses in the Lakes and Yorkshire Dales. See the stunning scenery from the air as qualified instructors guide you in a taster course of this exhilarating sport.
This community leisure centre offers a range of facilities including a 25m swimming pool, toddler pool, skate park, squash courts, adventure play area and fitness suite.
Nature Reserves
With plenty of waymarked cycle and walking trails, this is the perfect start point from which to explore the beautiful nearby North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It also features a visitor's centre, tearooms and an adventure play area.
Discover Iron Age remains, 5000 year old cairns and the wonder of one of the largest forests in Britain. This beautiful place is perfect to explore however you choose, be it on horse back, on a mountain bike or on a leisurely stroll.
Gardens & Woodlands
17th century Acorn Bank Garden's claim to fame is its collection of medicinal and culinary plants, the largest in Northern England with over 250 varieties.
The Lowther Parklands consist of 150 acres of grounds with play activities for children, including rides, boating, adventure playgrounds, miniature railway and a putting green.
A moorland country park on the banks of the Derwent Reservoir, ideal for that country walk with the dog or cycling by the river.
Local Attractions
Preserved steam and diesel locomotives from Britain and overseas run between Alston station and Kirkhaugh. There are refreshment facilities and a railway shop at the station.
Historical & Heritage Sites
Delve into the history of mining on the North Pennines in this fascinating museum. Hear about the people that worked there, the lifestyle they lead and the legacy this important mine had on the social and cultural history of the area.
Carlisle Castle is still a sight to behold. Founded in 1092, it's housed a few famous guests in its time, including Mary Queen of Scots who was imprisoned here.
A fascinating museum for all the family to enjoy, the Bowes Museum houses the greatest collection of European fine and decorative arts in the North of England.
