The Milking Parlour is situated in Alston, 23 km from Thirlwall Castle, 32 km from Housesteads Roman Fort, and 34 km from Brougham Castle. The property is non-smoking and is located 39 km from Askham Hall. The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen, a washing machine and 1 bathroom with a hot tub. Providing free private parking, this 3-star holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a fireplace. Whinfell Forest is 37 km from the holiday home. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 70 km from The Milking Parlour.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.4
High score for Alston
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  • Rebecca
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was a lovely apartment. Very quiet and comfortable.
  • Charlene
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great apartment. Comfortable and nice outdoor area.
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Absolutely loved our stay especially the open fire. Location and accommodation was spot on. Scenery stunning.

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Property information

Alston with cobble streets is close to this lovely cottage with open fire, Hadrian’s Wall and Roman fort easily reached.. Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Open Fire Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Fuel for open fire included. Smoking permitted.. All properties: Biomass central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. External utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer (shared). Barbecue available on request (shared). Hot tub (shared with other properties on-site on a rota basis). Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. . These three, 18th century barn conversions, (refs 80043, 28645, 28646) are located just 1 mile from the market town of Alston, one of the highest towns in the country and a charming backdrop to many a period film and TV series. Situated behind the owner’s home, these holiday cottages offer comfortable accommodation with their own sitting-out areas. Guests have shared use of the hot tub where views can be enjoyed towards Mount Hooley and over the South Tyne Valley. The changing landscape throughout the seasons makes for picturesque views all year round. After a day out exploring this delightful area, what better way to soak those tired limbs and relax. This is a good base for exploring Tynedale and the North Pennines by foot, bicycle or car, with many places of interest to visit, including Alston’s narrow gauge railway, Pennine Pottery and local crafts. The Pennine Way runs past the door, with walks in all directions. Alston, with its quaint cobbled main street, has a range of individual shops, character inns, restaurants and tea rooms. Within the area is an historical Roman fort and tourists will enjoy the museums, exhibitions and sites along Hadrian’s Wall. The Lake District, Beamish Museum, N...

Languages spoken

Danish,German,English,Spanish,French,Croatian,Italian,Dutch,Norwegian,Polish,Swedish

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Milking Parlour
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Parking garage
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
Bedroom
  • Linen
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Fireplace
Media & Technology
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
  • Hot tub
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Wellness
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
Languages spoken
  • Danish
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Croatian
  • Italian
  • Dutch
  • Norwegian
  • Polish
  • Swedish

House rules

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Check-in

From 15:00 to 23:59

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 00:01 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

No cots or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation. During your stay you can pay for any extras using Mastercard and Visa .


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note: Up to 1 pet allowed upon request.

Please note that the full amount of the reservation is due before arrival. Cottages.com will send a confirmation with detailed payment information. After full payment is taken, the property's details, including the address and where to collect keys, will be emailed to you.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about The Milking Parlour

  • Check-in at The Milking Parlour is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The Milking Parlour is 0.7 miles from the centre of Alston. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Milking Parlour has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The Milking Parlour can accommodate the following group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The Milking Parlour offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Milking Parlour on this page.

  • Yes, The Milking Parlour is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at The Milking Parlour may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.