Cottage Description
Issac's Byre is a 3 bedroom self catering holiday accommodation that sleeps 6 and is located in Alston, Northern England. This property is pet friendly allowing for 2 pets. Prices range from £234 to £2485 per week. Local to Ayle, Coalcleugh, Knarsdale, Leadgate, Whitfield
- Barbecue
- Bike Store
- Cot Available
- DVD player
- Dishwasher
- Ground Floor Facilities
- Fuel and Power Included
- Enclosed Garden / Patio
- Garden / Patio
- Ideal for Golf
- Highchair
- Pub within 1 mile
- Rural Location
- Shower
- Stairgate
- Satellite TV
- Telephone Chargeable
- Television
- Woodburning Stove
- Wifi
- Short Breaks All Year
- Car Parking Available
- Bed Linen & Towels Included
- Washing Machine
- Green Scheme
This delightful barn conversion, adjoining the owner’s home, retains the former Byre’s character and enjoys picturesque views of the scenery of the North Pennines, Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The property also has a GTBS (Green Tourism Business Scheme) gold award. There are outstanding walks and scenery from the doorstep and the location is peaceful and perfectly placed for exploring the quaint town of Alston. Nearby guests can enjoy the local swimming pool with sauna and Jacuzzi, 1 mile (at cost). There are numerous cycle routes from the barn, golf is within 5 miles and horse riding can be found 11 miles away, as well as fishing locally. Close to the Pennine Way, the C2C Cycle Route and Hadrian’s Wall. Visit the Lake District and Northumbrian National Parks, Carlisle, Durham and Newcastle. Resident hens and a variety of wildlife can be spotted from the garden. Alston, 4 miles. Shop and pub 1 mile.
Ground floor: 2 steps (ramp available) to living/dining room/kitchen with French doors. 1 double bedroom (6ft zip & link, can be twin). Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet. First floor: 2 bedrooms: 1 double with sloping ceilings and en-suite shower room with toilet, 1 twin. Shower room with toilet.
Woodburner in living room included. CH from ground source heat pump, gas, elec, bed linen and towels included. Cot. Travel Cot. Highchair. Satellite TV (entertainment and documentaries package). DVD. CD. Games console on request. Gas range with gas hob and electric oven. Microwave. Washing Machine. T/dryer (boot room). Dishwasher. Fridge Freezer. Wi-fi. Enclosed garden, patio and furniture. BBQ. Parking (2 cars). Electricity car charging point. Welcome pack.
Food
Days Out
Beach
Bike & Hike
Sports
Nature
Gardens
Activities
Historical
Eating & Drinking
Redwell Inn - 24.2 Miles (38.7 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 - 17.6 Miles (28.2 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.
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.
As well as being voted the country's most tranquil spot, this park is truly is a haven for walking, cycling and horse riding.
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.
Golf & Sports
A splendid 18-hole golf course set in undulating parkland with fine views over the Tyne Valley.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Once the largest of the British Roman forts, Binchester has been partly excavated,but much remains undiscovered. Stare in wonder at the ancient Roman bath house and its incredible 1700 year old underfloor heating system!
