RAMBLERS REST, Nenthead, Nr Alston

Description from the manager

Valley View Cottages as the name suggests have stunning valley views and are ideally located in the north of England, sleeping upto 34 people a large family reunion is not out of the question. Ramblers Rest has a sauna and pot bellied stove, an ideal family retreat at any time of year.

Valley View Cottages are located 4 miles from Alston, the highest town in England and 1 mile from the former mining village of Nenthead. Just over a half hour drive is Penrith and nearby Ullswater the northern most lake. Hexham with its market town and abbey and of course Hadrian’s Wall are all easily accessible.

These aptly named cluster of f...ive cottages sit in an elevated location enjoying panoramic views across the river valley to the surrounding countryside and to the nearby fells. For those seeking a tranquil hideaway in unspoilt countryside, these are the peaceful haven that you have been looking for. The former farm with 100 acres of grounds has been converted to provide 5 cottages that can sleep up to 34 people and they have used their wealth of experience of the self catering market to cater for your every need.

The cottages can be reached from Penrith, following the A686, listed as one of the “AA’s 10 best drives in the world”, alternatively from the north and the east travel alongside Hadrian’s Wall and drive through Alston, used to film Oliver Twist with Julie Walters and Michael Kitchen, and admire the cobbled streets and local shops. From the east you will drive through the old mining villages passing Killhope, a former lead mine that does underground tours, this is indeed an area of not only outstanding natural beauty but is steeped in history.

The cottages sit in 100 acres of grounds and are in three locations but within 200 yards of each other. Firstly the former farmhouse sleeping 14 people with adjacent children’s adventure playground. Sunrise is adjacent to the owners home, and 150 yards further down a steep tarmacadam driveway but still enjoying superb views are the cluster of three cottages; Nentside Barn, Writers Cottage and Ramblers Rest.

Valley View Cottages are ideally suited for reunion of friends, celebrations or family get togethers.

Set over 3 stories this cottage has superb views up the valley, the large sauna comfortably accommodates 6 people and a pot bellied stove provides additional heating. The cottage has electric storage heaters and comprises:

* Lower ground floor: Bathroom with corner bath, power shower cubicle, hand basin and WC.

* Sauna.

* Ground floor: Dining/kitchen with beams, stone flagged floor, pot bellied stove, electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher.

* Triple bedroom.

* First floor: Double bedroom.

* Lounge with superb views up the valley, satellite TV, DVD, video players and double sofa bed.

* All coal, electric, bed linen and towels included.

* Cot and highchair available.

* Ample private parking.

* Shared use of the 100 acres of grounds, children’s adventure play area, Ramblers Rest has an enclosed front garden with garden furniture and barbeque.

* Shared use of a laundry room with a washing machine, tumble dryer and table top football.

* There is a breakage deposit of £50 for the cottage payable in cash on arrival to the owner.Read more

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Additional notes from owner

All prices include all taxes, gas, electric and bed linen. Please check property description to see if towels, logs, coal and cots are included free of charge or at a supplement. If a pet friendly property, the charge is £20 per pet per week/part week. Please telephone or email us for short break availability and prices.

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