About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Gilmore House in Alston offers a 3-star holiday home with two bedrooms and one bathroom. The property features a private entrance and a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances. Essential Facilities: Guests can enjoy a spacious garden and free WiFi throughout the property. The home includes a washing machine, dishwasher, and a cosy fireplace for relaxation. Convenient Amenities: The holiday home provides free on-site private parking and a TV for entertainment. Additional amenities include a shower and kitchenware, ensuring a comfortable stay. Local Attractions: Newcastle International Airport is 69 km away. Nearby attractions include Thirlwall Castle (25 km), Housesteads Roman Fort (33 km), and Whinfell Forest (36 km).

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Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available on-site


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Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
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  • Victoria
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was great and the property had a lot of character. It was also close to amenities.
  • Elaine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic location and house. Would definitely stay here again, it's the BEST place in Alston to stay
  • Clare
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Gilmore house close to centre of town and handy for all shops and cafes. It was though a very quiet and peaceful location .
  • Ally
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely cosy cottage with excellent facilities and well located for our travel adventures.
  • Pete
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What a beautiful old building, perfectly located for all the towns amenities too. Nice and warm, comfortable bedding, quality towels and the best shower ever. A great place to stay.
  • Marianne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location in centre of Alston. Spotlessly clean. Lovely period features set in historic landscape.
  • Smills0707
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was great, spacious , complimentary milk and preserves an added bonus. Parking was not a problem. Quirky property
  • Russell
    Australia Australia
    I loved the house and having the use of it all. I had forgotten how steep stairs in old cottages can be, but it took me back to holidays in a cottage in Bognor Regis as a child. I would love to return again but it is a bit far from New...
  • Chris
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great central location but also very quiet. Well equipped, clean and tidy property. Ideal bolt hole whilst visiting Alston and the surrounding area.

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Property information

Garden shared with neighbours. There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property. This cosy property offers the perfect base from which to explore all the quaint market towns Cumbria and the Lake District has to offer.. 2 steps to entrance. Ground Floor: Living room: Sky, DVD Player, Open Fire Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer Living room 2: First Floor: Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Bathroom: (1 Step), Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. . Lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car; public car park, 200 yards away, free of charge. No smoking. Please note: There are 5 steps in the garden, which is accessed via a shared courtyard.. Comfortable and with touches of authentic character, Gilmore House sits just a stone’s throw from the centre of the traditional market town of Alston. Small but full of character with cobbled streets and fabulous views, Alston sits as the highest town in England. This appealing terraced house offers guests the benefit of a living room with an open fire and an additional sitting room. Shuttered windows add to the charm and character of this traditional Victorian property. With the benefit of outdoor seating to enjoy a morning coffee or perhaps a chilled wine after a day’s exploring, guests will find the garden area (not enclosed), a relaxing spot. Keen cyclists will be well aware that Alston sits on the coast to coast route, and for cyclists of all abilities the local area is a great source of opportunities, offering breath taking views and hills of varying challenges. Walkers will have every opportunity to take in the country walks with routes straight from the door. Heading further afield, local villages offer traditional pubs and tea rooms for a warm Cumbrian welcome....

Languages spoken

Danish,German,English,Spanish,French,Croatian,Italian,Dutch,Norwegian,Polish,Swedish

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From 15:00
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Until 10:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

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Please note: Up to 2 pets are allowed upon request.

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This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.