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Chestnut

Nenthall near Alston, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1109949)

4.8★

Lakelovers rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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28 Customer Review(s)

  • David

    “From the friendly greeting from Jo to the reluctant goodbyes with Jo and Mark, the whole experience was faultless.”

    Epic views, cozy cottage, we had had a total well needed week's recharge. Peaceful but perfectly located to enjoy the splendours of both Cumbria and Northumberland. Will definitely return!

    Epic views, cozy cottage, we had had a total well needed week's recharge. Peaceful but perfectly located to enjoy the splendours of both Cumbria and Northumberland. Will definitely return!

    - David, May 2025

    Thank you so much for your lovely comments Dave & Bev. We really look forward to seeing you again at Chestnut cottage and this time maybe a trip down to Ashgill Force Property Owner

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Summary

  • Over three floors
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x second-floor king-size with en-suite Jacuzzi bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor twin with en-suite Jacuzzi bath, shower over, separate shower, basin and WC
  • First-floor open plan living area, with flame effect gas fire and with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with access to balcony
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
  • TV with Freeview, DVD, CD, radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Travel cot and highchair on request
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Private patio area with furniture and BBQ
  • Wrap round balcony
  • One well-behaved dog welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 3.8 miles, pub 3.9 miles
  • Note: The property has access on both ground floor and first floor level, via external wooden steps
  • Please note: This property accepts a minimum of three nights from Saturdays.

The property

This is a well-presented cottage rests in a splendid position near to the quaint village of Alston.

Beautifully presented throughout, Chesnut is a wonderful base for families and friends to come together and explore this scenic region of Cumbria.

As soon as you enter you’ll sense the character feel; take to the kitchen where you can rustle up something tasty with help from the electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, plus there’s even a dishwasher so you won’t have to lift a finger when washing up!

Take a seat on the sofa and flick on the TV as you choose a film to watch.

As you look to catch some rest, there are two fabulous bedrooms to choose from, including a king-size and twin with en-suite facilities.

Both bathrooms feature a luxurious Jacuzzi bath so you can look forward to a soothing soak each evening.

To the outside lies a patio area, perfect for enjoying alfresco dining or simply taking in the country setting.

Recharge your batteries with a relaxing stay at Chestnut.

Note: This cottage is next to Refs. 1109948 and 1109940, together they sleep 8.

Greenend Cottages

Alston 4 miles. Greenends, a Cumbrian longhouse estate offers three holiday cottages in a stunning hillside setting, in the heart of the beautiful Roof of England countryside, four miles from the town of Alston. These charming cottages are located in peaceful surroundings with stunning views over the Nent Valley, on what was once the estate of the Walton’s, the leading mining family of the area in the 1800s. These delightful Alston cottages are renovated to a high standard, individually styled to retain character and charm. Keepers boasts a lovely sun room, perfect for a couple to enjoy the spectacular views on offer, whilst Bothy is a romantic hideaway, which has a large bedroom and bathroom, open stonework and a private patio, and Chestnut is ideal for groups of four with an open plan living area, two en-suite bedrooms and a wrap around balcony with views over the valley. The variety of accommodation across these three Alston cottages mean that up to eight people can stay in comfort. Thoughtfully positioned for privacy, each of the cottages has outdoor seating, a barbecue area and access to the adjacent gardens and fields, as well as the opportunity to walk from the doorstep onto the surrounding moorland. The resident alpacas and other wildlife ensure that there is plenty of outdoor activity to keep an eye on and the dark skies offer fantastic star gazing opportunities. The Isaac’s Tea Trial crosses the estate, providing a wonderful 36 mile circular walk for the more adventurous walker. The owners are happy to break the trail into bite sized chunks with lifts and drop off points. The nearby Cumbrian market town of Alston, the highest in Britain, has a selection of traditional pubs and a variety of shops, as well as local attractions including the South Tynedale Railway, Epiacum and Nenthead and Killhope mines on the doorstep. With plenty of places to visit within an hour’s drive, including Hadrian’s Wall, Hexham, Beamish Open Air Museum, Durham Cathedral and the Lake District, this is a superb group of Alston holiday cottages for a relaxing break in the North Pennines.

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About the location

ALSTON

Melmerby 8 miles; Penrith 18 miles; Stanhope 20 miles; Hexham 23 miles; Carlisle 29 miles; Barnard Castle 30 miles.

Alston is set in the North Pennines in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, surrounded by a unique landscape of moorland, hills, rivers and waterfalls, and is England's highest market town. This intriguing town, with its cobbled streets and fascinating nooks and crannies, was the location for ITV's productions of Jane Eyre and Oliver Twist. Alston and the North Pennines have long inspired artists and writers; the poet and writer W H Auden loved the area and today Alston is an inspiration to the craftspeople who live and work there. There is a host of unusual shops in the town including quality crafts and galleries. Take a ride on one of the lovingly-restored steam and diesel engines through the beautiful scenery of the South Tyne valley on the South Tynedale Railway which runs from Alston through to Slaggyford. The River Tyne is also noted as one of the finest salmon rivers in England and day-ticket fishing is available locally. The North Pennines used to be one of the wealthiest lead mining centres in Europe, and the Killhope Lead Mining Museum offers a great family day out with interactive exhibitions. With the drive along the A686 recognised by the AA as one of the world's best drives, and northern Cumbria, County Durham and Northumberland, all within easy reach, this makes a superb base.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season