Sleeps 6 - 3 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms - Traditional Cottage - Log Burning Stove - Private Enclosed Garden - Pet Friendly - Wi-Fi - Private Parking Gatecroft Cottage sits close to the pretty village center of Garrigill a North Pennines area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, set on the Pennine Way. Boasting stunning scenery, this cosy cottage sleeps six and has a host of features such as original stone flagged floors, log burning stove and modern kitchen and shower room on the ground floor. The property has private parking and walled patio gardens to front and rear providing bike storage and a BBQ. The Master Bedroom is on the first floor with WC and a second bedroom with double bed, a further bunk room on the ground floor. Close to Alston Town which offers a host of country pubs, eateries, and gift shops. Exploring the great outdoors, the area offers bike trails, waterfalls, river and fell walks and even a ride on a steam train at the South Tynedale Railway. Pets are accepted with prior arrangement - maximum of 2 dogs

Local Information Alston is the highest market town in England and boast good local amenities. It has many independent shops, eateries, cafes and pubs, including Saddlers Baker which makes fresh bread and baked goods from scratch, Alston House which serves delicious home cooked meals made using locally sourced produce and the Cane workshop which sells award winning Jams and Chutneys. From the outdoor clothing shop, where you can stock up on supplies to the fish and chip shop where you can grab a tasty treat, there is plenty to do in Alston. The area is close to the borders of Durham, Northumberland and is a gateway into the Lake District making this an ideal base to get out and explore this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Killhope Lead Mining Museum, the South Tyne Railway and Yad Moss Ski Slope are some amazing local attraction to name just a few. For those who enjoy the outdoors, walking and cycling, the Pennine Way and Coast to Coast Route runs right through Alston. The rolling countryside with unspoiled panoramic views of moorland is home to an abundance of wildlife and some amazing natural beauties including Ashgill waterfall.