The Cottage
About the home
This traditional stone self catering cottage is well equipped and furnished to a good standard, offering flexible accommodation ideal for couples or families. Built in the 17th Century, the cottage was extensively renovated 3 years ago to provide exceptional accommodation in a rural setting.
The character of this cottage is immediately apparent on arrival. The entrance leads to the dining kitchen with oak beams, an original flagged floor, table and chairs, dishwasher, microwave, electric cooker and fridge. This in turn leads to a comfortable living room with traditional oak beams complete with a wood burning stove, SKY TV, video, CD and DVD player plus a selection of DVDs and videos.
The room is also equipped with a night storage heater. On the ground the utility room houses the washing machine and tumble drier and the ground floor bathroom includes an electric shower, WC and hand wash basin. Upstairs there are two bedrooms – one double and one with two single beds.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 5, 2 bedrooms |
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| Will consider: | Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car essential |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | Pets welcome No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, Video player, CD player, Satellite TV |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster |
| Utilities: | Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 2 Bedrooms, 1 family bathroom |
| Furniture: | Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 5, Lounge seating for 5 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Private garden, BBQ |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
Linen and towels may be hired (£5 pp) . Electricity is included in the price. Initial coal and logs are provided for the multi-fuel burning stove. Dogs are charged at £10 / dog extra.
Further details outdoors:
Private garden with fantastic views. BBQ and garden furniture.
Further details
We require a 20% deposit to secure a booking. Full payment is expected 2-4 weeks before the holiday. You are also requested to provide an additional £50 good housekeeping deposit which will be refunded within 2 weeks of departure assuming that the property has been left clean and tidy and no damage has been caused to the property.
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The Cumbria/Lake District region


The Eden valley is one of the most beautiful and unspoilt places in England, close to the Lake District, it is often missed out by tourists. There are a number of walks that we have enjoyed in the area including the Lady's walk at Langwathby and Edenhall, the view of Alston Moor, Gossipgate to Blagill and a walk to Ashgill Force which goes directly past the cottage.
Our children particularly enjoy the Ashgill force area in the summertime as they normally either gorge walk or swim in the river.Alston has a 18 hole golf course set in beautiful surroundings. In Garrigill, there is a private pool for hire with jacuzzi and sauna and this is within walking distance of the cottage - down the track into the village of Garrigill. At Stanhope - about a 20 minute drive - there is a heated open air swimming pool (to around 80oF)
The Eden Valley area
In addition to the many walks, activities that we have particularly enjoyed when staying at the cottage include Eden Ostrich World – the award winning farm visitor centre ( www.ostrich-world.com ); The Rheghed Centre – Cumbria’s leading family day out ( www.rheghed.com ); The village bakery at Melmerby – organic bakery serving excellent food ( www.village-bakery.com ); The South Tynedale Railway at Alston -England’s highest narrow gauge railway ( www.strps.org.uk ); The Hub at Alston – a heritage and transport museum ( www.strps.org.uk ); Thortergill forge and tearooms at Garrigill – tearooms where you can watch a blacksmith work. (http://thortergillforge.co.uk ); Nenthead Mines and Heritage Centre – a museum exposing the mineral mining heritage of the North Pennines. ( www.npht.com/nentheadmines/ ); Killope Lead Mining Museum – a fully restored 19th Century lead mine ( www.killope.org.uk ); High Force Waterfall – one of the most spectacular waterfalls in England ( www.visitcountydurham.com ); Weardale Museum – showing Weardale’s Herritage. ( www.waerdalemuseum.co.uk ); Stanhope Open Air Pool – heated open air swimming pool (to around 80oF) (www.woaspa.co.uk )
How to get there
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| Airport: | Newcastle Airport: 100 km |
Take the B6277 out of Alston until you see a sign-posted right-hand fork to Loaning Head – note that this is difficult to spot – but it is only about 100metres after the second signposted turn to Garrigill. Take this single track road to the end and park (on the yellow stone / graveled area).
Activities near Eden Valley
Watersports
Waterpark
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Cycling holidays
Guestbook for The Cottage
Had a great few days at The Cottage over New Year. Wonderful place - well maintained and excellent information from the owner. Loved the open country-side and many of the local walks are excellent. Great to be able to hire a private pool. We will definitely be coming back!!
The Burton family
Me (33yrs) and my daughter (8yrs) shared a lush holiday in a wonderful location. Garrigill and the surrounding areas were truly bliss. We did many walks and enjoyed the beautiful scenery............ the photo's we have genuinely don't do it any justice! We were very lucky with the weather and had 5 days of amazing sunshine - and 2 days of pouring down rain (it was like expereincing 'The Cottage' in two different seasons!!!!!) Ohhhh and the log buring stove on the colder evenings was soooo snug and yummy!!! :-)
'The Cottage' was cosy, comfortable, friendly and welcoming. 'The Cottage' itself is so sweet, quaint and 'home from home' - it was an absolute pleasure having the opportunity to stay there (Thank you!!!!)
We were looking for an escape from it all, and that's exactly what we got! ............ but there are still plenty of great walks to do and lovely places to visit in surrrounding areas.
Nice little local food shops, butchers and bakers etc in the nearby village of Alston (approx 5 miles away).
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!
Jacqueline
The cottage is idyllic and relaxing with the most amazing views. Plenty to do within the surrounding area, fantastic walks, wonderful waterfalls and a quaint little pub. Very useful guide on the area in the cottage.
Nenthall excellent place to eat. Would go back tomorrow!!
Kay, Paul & Family
We had the greatest holiday in this cottage! It's in a very picturesque setting & great if you like going on country walks. I don't think the pictures on this site do the cottage any justice, it's so much nicer! Very homely, lovely scenery, as soon as you open the front door, you can see the lambs grazing - its great!!! The village of Garrigill is very quiet. The pub is only open Thursday - Sunday, but if you get chance to go in the local pub, you'll get a very warm welcome from the Landlord. The next village, which is Alston is great too, very friendly people. There is also a great old fashioned sweet shop which offers value for money. All in all we had a wonderful 5 days at the cottage & we will certainly be returning in the future!
Shelly
Rental prices
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| Summer Holidays | 16 Jul 11 | 3 Sep 11 | £ 545 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 3 Sep 11 | 22 Oct 11 | £ 325 | 80 | 80 | 3 Nights | |
| Half Term | 22 Oct 11 | 29 Oct 11 | £ 350 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 29 Oct 11 | 17 Dec 11 | £ 295 | 70 | 70 | 3 Nights | |
| Christmas / New Year | 17 Dec 11 | 7 Jan 12 | £ 575 | 115 | 115 | 3 Nights |
| 7 Jan 12 | 11 Feb 12 | £ 325 | 80 | 80 | 3 Nights | |
| Half term | 11 Feb 12 | 18 Feb 12 | £ 425 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 18 Feb 12 | 31 Mar 12 | £ 365 | 85 | 85 | 3 Nights | |
| Easter | 31 Mar 12 | 28 Apr 12 | £ 450 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 28 Apr 12 | 5 May 12 | £ 425 | 90 | 90 | 3 Nights | |
| Bank Holiday | 5 May 12 | 12 May 12 | £ 450 | 95 | 95 | 3 Nights |
| 12 May 12 | 2 Jun 12 | £ 395 | 85 | 85 | 3 Nights | |
| Half Term | 2 Jun 12 | 9 Jun 12 | £ 540 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 9 Jun 12 | 14 Jul 12 | £ 495 | 100 | 100 | 3 Nights | |
| Summer Holidays | 14 Jul 12 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 595 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 1 Sep 12 | 27 Oct 12 | £ 425 | 90 | 90 | 3 Nights | |
| Half Term | 27 Oct 12 | 3 Nov 12 | £ 450 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 3 Nov 12 | 22 Dec 12 | £ 350 | 80 | 80 | 3 Nights | |
| Christmas | 22 Dec 12 | 5 Jan 13 | £ 650 | 130 | 130 | 3 Nights |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Bed linen is charged at £5pp extra and Dogs are £10 extra each. We also take a £100 good hous-keeping bond which will be returned within two weeks of the end of your holiday provided that the cottage has been kept in good order.
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* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 2 years listed You are contacting Mark Willis
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