The Nookery - Cosy Cottage in the Heart of Town

The Nookery is a charming cottage located in the small town of Alston, in the heart of the North Pennines. Lovingly furnished, it boasts a large living room with a cosy multi-fuel stove and a separate, spacious kitchen. Perfect for relaxing after a day exploring the stunning surrounding countryside, this inviting retreat offers comfort and character in a beautiful setting. The space Sleeps 4 - 2 bedrooms - 1 bathrooms - Log Burning Stove - Central Location - Pennine Ways Holiday Cottages - FROM as little as £18 Per Person Per Night - Step into the well-equipped kitchen, where you’ll find everything you need to prepare delicious meals. Tea, coffee, sugar, and basic condiments are thoughtfully provided. The dining table comfortably seats six—perfect for enjoying meals, relaxing, and sharing conversations. The warm and inviting living room features an original stone fireplace housing a small but powerful multi-fuel stove. Tastefully decorated, this room is ideal for unwinding with a Smart TV (including Freesat and Netflix) and a selection of board games to keep you entertained during cosy nights in, after a day exploring the spectacular surrounding countryside. Upstairs, you’ll find a family bathroom with an enclosed shower, small basin, and toilet, along with two large bedrooms. Both bedrooms can be arranged as either super king or twin beds—please specify your preference when booking. Parking for 1-2 cars is available subject to availability in the owner’s car park, with additional parking options in town. Pets are welcome by prior arrangement (fees apply: £25 for one dog, £40 for two dogs—maximum of 2). Please note, dogs must not be left unattended in the cottage at any time. Pay less when you book direct with Pennine Ways Holiday Cottages! Other things to note Local Information Cumbria is often said to be the most beautiful county in England. Historically part of Cumberland, Alston being about 1000 feet above sea level is the highest market town in England and lies within the North Pennines, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, surrounded by stunning views of the surrounding fells and the South Tyne Valley. The surrounding moorland has diverse flora and fauna and provides an abundance of wild and rare animals and is home to the endangered red squirrel and many types of birds of prey. Alston was once described as being in the middle of nowhere and the middle of everywhere. It is only 18 miles to Penrith, 20 miles to Ullswater in the Lake District, 23 miles to Hexham and 25 miles to Hadrian's Wall. Newcastle is only 45 miles away. Alston has access to two ski slopes at Yad Moss and Allenheads, both with tows. The road linking Alston with Penrith and the Lakes is Hartside and is one of the top 10 best roads for biking, sidecar and kit cars. The Lake District National Park, considered one of England's most outstanding areas of natural beauty, serving as inspiration for artists, writers, and musicians, is only 20 miles to the west. Home to the South Tynedale Railway, the highest narrow-gauge railway in Britain and The Hub motor museum both served by a tearoom on the station platform offering delicious freshly prepared food. Alston has great selection of Inns, Shops, Cafes, Restaurants and Scenic Walks over Fells, Riverside, hidden Waterfalls and historical industrial sites and museums from the lead mining era. Alston town was also used in the making of Jane Ayre and Oliver Twist with its pretty original buildings and cobbled streets. The town has a steeply rising cobbled high street and a distinctive market cross, which has a small fruit and vegetable stall four mornings a week. Other attractions are local craft shops which sell award winning jams and chutneys, and the artisan food shops where you can find a wide range of produce and an excellent range of cheeses, a lot are locally sourced, and accommodate dietary requirements and sell our local specialist Cumberland Mustard, made here in Alston. There is an outdoor shop in the market square, on the main street, two gift shops, a takeaway, Bistro, and bakery towards the top of the street. You will also find antique shops, a beautician, charity shop, library, hairdressers, doctors’ surgery and a Chemist. There is also a Co-op and the Spar, the Spar incorporates an excellent butcher’s shop which has a variety of fresh and cooked meats along with a petrol station. For the keen walker, Alston is situated on the Pennine Way, South Tyne Trail, and Isaacs Tea Trail. Between Alston and Melmerby, the road climbs the Hartside Pass to a height of 1904 ft, from where there are magnificent views across the Solway Firth to Scotland. This long and steep climb also forms part of the Coast-to-Coast Cycle Route. If you fall in love with the local area why not visit the local estate agents Pennine Ways to see what properties, they have to offer