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The Manor House - Alston

Alston, Cumbria
Sleeps 21
Bedrooms 11
Bathrooms 11
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 4
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Decorated for Christmas
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Complex
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At a glance

  • Grand 18th-century manor house with its own traditional pub
  • Huge commercial-style kitchen and magnificent formal dining room for celebratory suppers
  • Complimentary use of gym and golf club in the village for the duration of your stay
Property code: OC-91217

This impressive property in the pretty town of Alston is perfect for families and friends to gather for a relaxing holiday or reunion. Ideal for walkers or cyclists, you can set out on the Pennine Way for an adventurous afternoon in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Alston's streets are dotted with independent shops and eateries to discover too. The train station in the town is on England's highest narrow-gauge railway and is the starting point for the scenic South Tynedale Railway.

Enter this stunning 18th-century manor house, and you will find yourself mid-landing on a traditional stone staircase – a fitting entrance to this magnificent property. A traditional pub and lounge area can be found down on the ground floor: a memorable setting for relaxed conversations or a pub quiz. Enjoy feasting in a formal dining room, complete with a chandelier. The contemporary kitchen has everything you need to make meal preparation a breeze, but you may prefer to enjoy eating out in the village. Up on the first floor is a lounge with an open fire, plenty of seating and views over the garden. There are four bedrooms on this floor, all are en-suite and have TVs. Up on the half-landing, there are two further bedrooms, one king-size and one single (please note, there is limited headroom due to sloping ceilings). On the second floor are another five bedrooms, all en-suite with TVs. There is a large, shared garden at the front of the property and picnic tables where you can sit and enjoy a drink, watch for wildlife, and take in the beautiful countryside all around you.

Three spectacular waterfalls are close by at Ashgill Force (5.5 miles), High Force and Low Force (18 miles). Talkin Tarn Country Park (18 miles) is a great day out for all ages with a country park, lake, water sports and fishing to enjoy. Alternatively, to make the most of the activities in the area, head to the Bowlees Visitor Centre (19 miles) and choose an adventure from there.

  • 11 bedrooms – 2 super-king-size zip-and-links (can be made up as twins on request), 1 family room with 1 king-size and 1 day bed, 2 king-size, 4 doubles, 2 singles
  • 11 bathrooms – 1 en-suite bathroom with bath, shower and WC, 8 en-suite shower rooms with WC, 1 en-suite bathroom with handheld shower over the bath and WC, 1 en-suite bathroom with shower over the bath and WC
  • Commercial kitchen with gas range oven, 2 dishwashers, 2 fridges, 2 freezers and 1 microwave
  • Open fire in lounge (logs provided)
  • SkyTV
  • Traditional bar
  • Shared garden (shared with neighbouring cottage), with charcoal BBQ
  • Private parking for 9 cars
  • Storage for bikes available
  • Pubs, shops and restaurants 500 meters
  • Complimentary use of the local gym and golf club for the duration of your stay
  • Low, sloping ceilings on the second floor
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 4 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Stephen Banks

This property is personally managed by Stephen.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 6 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Alan 12th December 2025

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A wonderful place to stay. Excellent house, excellent location, excellent hosting!

Reviewed by Paul 27th November 2025

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a great time was had by all The hotel is in need of serious TLC.

Reviewed by Karen 6th November 2025

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Had an amazing stay in the Manor House and Coach House. Unfortunately, we didnt meet Jim and Janice but was in touch with them before and over the weekend. Any problems they were quick to answer and solved any issues which were minor. The house was perfect for a group stay of family and friends. Great to have a bar, a very comfortable lounge, and rRead moreeally well equipped kitchen. All bedrooms were a good size and Alston is a lovely place to visit. I would highly recommend! Hide

Reviewed by Alison 2nd May 2025

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A fantastic weekend with the whole family. The accommodation was perfect for young and old and had plenty of space to find your own chill out area, if needed. The bar area was super as we could all sit in it( held our own pub quiz) without worrying about drinks getting knocked over and ruining carpets and furnishings. All bedrooms had en-suites, beRead moreds were comfortable and well presented. We had taken our dogs and there was outside area for the dogs to roam about. Everyone had a great time. Hide

Reviewed by Sylvia 28th March 2025

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Reviewed by David 20th December 2024

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Location

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Sallys Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.