Watergreens Farm – Home 7040882 Farmhouse
- 1 bedroom
- 2 sleeps
- 3 nights min stay
Watergreens Farm – Home 7040882
- Farmhouse
- 1 bedroom
- sleeps 2
- 3 nights min stay
Key Info
- Not suitable for children
- Car advised
- No pets allowed
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
Visiting the North Pennines? Our beautifully presented and comfortable self contained accommodation, "Owl Retreat" is part of a refurbished 1830’s farmhouse situated in an AONB. It boasts stunning panoramic views and is in an ideal location for walkers, cyclists or those seeking the tranquility of the countryside and a break from the hustle and bustle of modern life.
The accommodation comprises a bedroom with a double bed and plenty of hanging / storage space. The bathroom has a spa bath, shower, underfloor heating and towels are provided. The lounge / diner has comfortable leather sofas, dining room table (seating 4), coffee table, TV with freeview, DVD and WIFI. The kitchen is fully equipped with microwave, kettle, toaster, fridge/ freezer, dish washer and washing machine. We can supply, on request a portable BBQ in the patio/garden area - an ideal space for relaxing on a lazy summer night whilst enjoying a sun downer.
There is ample secure parking and wheelchair access is not a problem.
We ask guests not to smoke inside and supply an ashtray for smoking outside.
We kindly ask all our guests to check in after 1400hrs on the date of arrival and to check out before 1000hrs on the day of departure unless prior arrangements have been made with us.
The town of Alston is within walking distance (1.4 miles). It has a variety of interesting shops, some selling arts and crafts and a Post Office, Chemist, Hardware Store and Bakery. There are several welcoming country pubs offering real ales and some serve food including locally caught trout. For groceries Alston has a Co-op and Spar with an ATM machine for your convenience. Both are open till late.
Alston 18 hole golf course is nearby - green fees are paid by way of an honesty box for players wishing to tee off.
If you fancy a break from walking the (seasonal) South Tynedale Steam Railway is situated in the village on which you can enjoy scenic trips through the South Tyne Valley and the North Pennines.
Fishing (Fly & Coarse) is an activity to be enjoyed with brown trout being a local delicacy. Permits for fly fishing are available in the village. Commercial fishing venues are also available in the area.
The nearest working railway station to Alston is Haltwhistle approx 13 miles away. There are also stations in Penrith (18 miles) and Carlisle (21 miles).
A car is advisable when visiting the area as public transport is limited.
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Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Full bed
- 1 Full bath
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Private garden
- Grill
- Patio
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Iron
- TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Secure parking
Policies
- Check in time: 14:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- 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 |
50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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No refund if cancelled less than 4 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
Gareth B.
- Calendar last updated:
- 08 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 8
- Based in:
- United Kingdom
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Excellent
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“A week in Alston”
What a fantastic cottage in the most beautiful part of the world with only sheep for neighbours. it had everything we needed and more. Gareth & Amanda were so accommodating and nothing was too much trouble. Definitely will return very soon for a repeat performance
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“Perfectly peaceful”
Beautiful location with incredible views, so peaceful. Amanda met us when we arrived and showed us round, everything we needed and spotlessly clean. The kitchen had everything we needed (and more) in… More
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“Amazing retreat”
Gareth gave us a lovely warm welcome, Amanda had left us yummy homemade cookies (delightful) The owl retreat was beautifully presented, very clean, cosy and comfortable, everything you need for a few … More
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“Another great stay”
Fantastic cottage and brilliant hosts. Arrived to find all we needed and more laid on for us. Location is fantastic (see photo for a snippet of the views from the cottage) being close enough to town/… More
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“1st cottage booking”
Not being able to book our normal hotel in Alston and none of the others we would have considered bring available when we wanted we booked our 1st holiday cottage. We were delighted Watergreens Owl r… More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much for taking the time to give us feedback on your stay with us - much appreciated and SO pleased you liked the accommodation. We shall look forward to welcoming you back in the future.....
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“Owl retreat”
We had the most amazing stay here over Christmas. The cottage is amazing and so warm and welcoming. Magnificent views and so so peaceful.
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Response from the owner It was a great pleasure to host you both and we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us over the festive period. May we wish you a happy new year, all the very best for 2018.
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“Great Place and Great Owners”
We loved this little cottage. Our stay here was perfect, the cottage itself is pristine and the views to die for. We couldn't of asked for any better. We met with the owner Gareth on arrival who … More
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“Perfect Break”
My partner booked this cottage as a last minute break just before Christmas. Gareth was really helpful and friendly and even called us en route to the cottage to let us know where to park and how to g… More
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Response from the owner Thank you for taking the time to review us. Amanda and I are always so pleased to hear our guests have had an enjoyable stay. Thank you for being great guests, we would like to wish you all the very best for the coming year.
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“Fantastic!”
I stayed here with my partner in September, we didn't want to leave. We are thinking about staying here again in the near future, and we made lovely memories here. Warm, welcoming hosts, we will … More
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Response from the owner What a wonderful review, thank you both so much for the positive feedback. It is always lovely to hear that our guests have enjoyed their stay. We look forward to hopefully hosting you both again in the new year.
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“Brilliant”
Had a lovely stay at this little cottage and definately didnt want to leave :(.. The views were beautiful and the cottage was amazing, comfortable and homely.. We were met with a warm welcome by garet… More
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Response from the owner Thank you both for your kind review and for being perfect guests. Hopefully we will see you again soon. Kind regards Amanda and Gareth
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Gareth (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 Gareth (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 Gareth (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 Gareth 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 Gareth (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 Gareth (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 Gareth (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
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- 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 Gareth (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. Gareth (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 Gareth (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 Gareth (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 Gareth (the owner) a message.
If Gareth (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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