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Cosy & quirky cottage in the centre of Alston

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farmhouse range cooker
kitchen/diner
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Alston, England
  • Place, North Pennines
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Vindolanda
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Ullswater
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

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1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

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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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Alston

Alston is home to this holiday home. Weardale Museum and Long Meg and Her Daughters 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 nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking, mountain biking and cycling.
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Alston, England

What's nearby

  • North Pennines - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Vindolanda - 28 min drive - 34.7 km
  • Hadrian's Wall - 33 min drive - 34.4 km
  • Ullswater - 44 min drive - 49.5 km
  • Barnard Castle - 51 min drive - 63.5 km

Getting around

  • Lazonby & Kirkoswald Station - 18 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Turks Head Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪George And Dragon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Kirkstyle Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Angel Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jack's Takeaway - ‬1 min walk

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 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cosy & quirky cottage in the centre of Alston on 10 Apr 2026 start from £110, including 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 at Cosy & quirky cottage in the centre of Alston?

On-site 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?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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

Situated in Alston, this holiday home is 9.3 mi (15 km) from North Pennines and 12.2 mi (19.7 km) from Weardale Museum. Long Meg and Her Daughters and Northumberland National Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Marshall L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place, great location and superb amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ellon W.

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

william p.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Glad you enjoyed your overnight stay, enjoy the rest of your trip
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah T.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2021
Glad you enjoyed your stay we hope you return again in future ....
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10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

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
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8/10 Good

Karen A.

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

Overnight stop

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

10/10 Excellent

Tom F.

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
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8/10 Good

Meg F.

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

10/10 Excellent

Vicki S.

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

Stoke Cottage

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

8/10 Good

Katrina W.

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
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8/10 Good

Hugh s.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Dr David O.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Hi David, thankyou for leaving such nice feedback on our cottage, we glad you enjoyed staying at our quirky cottage, great character has the cottage and Alston itself, we look forward to your return....

About the host

Hosted by Sheila & Colin Barlow

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Colin & I have owned this property since 2018, as a self catering holiday cottage set in an amazing little town in Alston, a unique & quirky cottage for a quiet get away...

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