Naworth – Home 229979 Cottage
- 2 bedrooms
- 4 sleeps
- min stay varies
Naworth – Home 229979
- Cottage
- 2 bedrooms
- sleeps 4
- min stay varies
Key Info
- Nearest beach 80 mi
- Child Friendly
- Car advised
- Pet Friendly
Description from owner
Description
Set in a quiet corner of the medieval cobbled area of Alston, this barn conversion has been imaginatively developed and extended by the architect owner to create stylish holiday accommodation in this attractive historic town. This property which has been awarded four stars from Visit Britain and the Enjoy England Gold Award for outstanding quality, was also part of a winning scheme in the Eden District Council 2009 Design Awards. It is owner managed and has its own individual charm and character, incorporating a wealth of attractive features including solid oak floors, exposed beams and many other interesting little details.
Naworth has its own external patio area, and the first floor living room opens out onto a delightful private balcony. It is tastefully furnished with a blend of contemporary and country style furnishings to a very high standard, including paintings and prints by artists from our local region, creating the perfect ambience for a relaxing holiday at any time. Designed to cater in particular for guests with a creative or activity interest, offering the possibility of longer stays in order to develop creative work or to pursue a particular interest.
Further details
One well behaved dog is welcome but must be agreed at the time of booking. Pet owners will need to bring their own baskets, dog bowls etc. and undertake not to allow pets into bedrooms or to sit on furniture.
Further details indoors
Naworth has a well equipped kitchen/breakfast room, and the family bathroom and one twin bedroom are also located on the ground floor, with an open plan living /dining area and a king size bedroom upstairs.
Artists materials are available to hire for a small extra charge and binocular hire is available on payment of a refundable security deposit.
Further details outdoors
Balcony overlooks pavioured yard with private parking space for the cottage.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- Pets welcome
Bed & bathroom
- 1 Full bed, 1 Sofa beds, 2 Twin beds
- 1 Full bath
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Grill
- Balcony or terrace
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Policies
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
100% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least two weeks before check-in.
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2 weeks before |
No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
About the owner
Sonia K.
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Calendar last updated:
- 26 Apr 2024
- Years listed:
- 12
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, French
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 9 reviews
Excellent
9 reviews
- Excellent
- 8
- Very Good
- 0
- Average
- 1
- Poor
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- Terrible
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“Excellent Accommodation”
Our apartment had everything we needed for a comfortable week in one of our favourite places. There was peace and quiet but we were close to all the amenities of the town. We enjoyed walking in the countryside and visiting nearby National Trust properties. We ate in the town cafes, Hotel/Inn and from take aways, all good. We slept well and returned relaxed and looking forward to our next stay in Alston.
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
“Lovely cottage”
The cottage was clean and well furnished and the setting is lovely with a view of the church from the balcony. The owners who live in an adjacent cottage were very helpful and provided lots of helpfu… More
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“Naworth Alston”
Excellent property in Alston , centrally located with good off road parking. Stayed a week with my wife and mother in law. The property was spotlessly clean and owner very conscientious to make sure we were all safe during these strange times, very helpful with communication and comprehensive information supplied. This lovely property has two bedrooms, one downstairs which was ideal for mum, it has plenty-of room with good heating if you need it. It also has wi-fi a washing machine and TV. Lovely and quiet in the evenings. The town has pretty much everything you need, the Co-op is two mins walk, there is a also a large petrol station with an attached Spar shop, a couple of pubs, fish and chip shop and a number of small local shops. This is a great base for exploring the stunning local scenery, would be more than happy to stay here again.
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“Lovely property needing some updating”
I loved my stay in Alston, it is a very wild and beautiful area and heaven if you are a lover of wild windy and often wet wilderness. Naworth is perfectly positioned to allow you access to the pubs … More
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Response from the owner We are glad you enjoyed your stay in Alston but are very disappointed to hear that you found some aspects of our property unsatisfactory. We always ask our customers to complete a feedback form before they depart, so that we can deal with problems as promptly as possible. It is a pity that we were away ourselves when you stayed, so we weren’t able to meet you. Your friend who stayed in the cottage with you, who had visited previously and was keen to return, filled in the form and didn’t raise any of your concerns. She just wrote ‘had another great stay in Naworth. So relaxing. Love this place’. On our feedback form we invite guests to report any problems that they experience during their stay. Your friend reported on a glass that had been broken during your stay but you did not take the opportunity to draw our attention to these matters that you are now making public on TripAdvisor. You stayed towards the end of our season when we annually assess our accommodation, and spring clean the cottages, making any replacements and improvements that are necessary. The children of the previous guests spilt what appeared to be Ribena on the floor mat you refer to, and our cleaners had only the day to clean the cottages ready for you and your friend, so the stain you report on is in fact a watermark from our attempt to remove a much worse stain. Yes, we have a hairline crack across a small number of tiles in the hallway, but no guests have commented on this before. The tiles are not discoloured. They are a ‘heritage design’ which we chose to complement the cottage/contemporary atmosphere of our cottage. Yes, we have a very small defect on the worktop at the edge of the kitchen sink but you almost have to find this by feeling with your fingers as it’s barely visible. Each year the soft furnishings are dry-cleaned in our quiet period over the winter. However, your comment on the lounge furniture being out of date is your personal opinion which is not shared by other guests. It is a tried and tested design that has been around for some years and is still on the market and selling well. Each year we are assessed by Visit Britain and since 2008 when we first opened, all our cottages have been consistently assessed as four star gold. We strive to continue to maintain this high standard. We do value all our guests’ comments and we will be ensuring that Naworth is in great condition for our guests for the festive season and beyond.
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“Cozy, clean, and smart.”
My wife and I used Naworth as a "home base" for our exploration of the area, and were perfectly happy with our stay. Extremely comfortable, well thought out, and spotless. I hope we can re… More
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“stylish well equipped cottage”
stayed here for 5 days .cottage was spacious and very well equipped. the location was quiet and peaceful with lots of walks straight from the door. have stayed at many cottages over the years and thi… More
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“An amazing stay - I've even rebooked!”
I have stayed at Naworth twice now, once with my 2 boys and a second trip with my partner. The cottage was extremely clean and well presented. Naworth cottage is comfy, clean and was perfect for me a… More
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“All you could need for a perfect stay.”
Just returned from 4 nights at Naworth. Highly recommended for accomodation in Alston, everything in the village close by and a very well furnished property where the owner supplies all the necessiti… More
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“Complete Cumbrian Comfort and Relaxation”
We have stayed twice at Naworth in Feb and Sept - returning in Sept following an excellent snow covered Feb. Sonia and Peter who's property it is were excellent and very welcoming. Naworth is beautifully decorated (and designed by Peter an architect). The kitchen is comfortable for meals and warm even in winter. The sitting room has a gorgeous view of Alston's main church and graveyard - relaxation in plenty watching various birds hopping from tree to tree. We happily lay on the comfortable sofa watching birds or watching Cumbrian dvds provided by our hosts. We spent many nights soaking in the voluminous bath followed by watching stars through the bedroom roof window! We liked that Sonia and Peter have a "green" approach to life. It is quiet and restful in this part of Alston and with easy access to the Co-op, local health food shop and organic baker what more is needed? Alston also has many enjoyable local walks but is also within close reach to great historical sites. We have been to Alston 8 times (other cottages and also b&bs) and we believe Naworth to be the best we have found. We could not recommend it more highly and the flexibility and kindness of Sonia and Peter are an additional plus.
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FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Sonia (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Sonia (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Sonia (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Sonia the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Sonia (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Sonia (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Sonia (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Sonia (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Sonia (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Sonia (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Sonia (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Sonia (the owner) a message.
If Sonia (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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