Garden House B & B Room 1, The Butts, Alston, CA9 3JQ

SLEEPS 2 - either a double or single room setup - ensuite - shared kitchenette - breakfast included 

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Garden House B & B is situated near the centre of Alston. It has 2 ensuite B & B rooms in total, both which have TV's   (Freeview) and Wi-Fi. Room one is a good sized carpeted room with space to hang clothes in the built in wardrobe. The room can be set up as a twin or a double depending on the guests’ requirements, has a kettle and selection of hot drinks for your comfort and the ensuite has a bath with a shower above. 

Breakfast is provided and served in the dining room. This room is for shared use and can be used throughout your stay, it has an electric fire for those colder evenings and a TV and stereo system. Guests also have access to a communal kitchenette throughout their stay which contains a sink, fridge, microwave, kettle & toaster, crockery and cutlery and washing facilities including a washing machine, dryer, iron and ironing board (washing power is provided). 

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Outside is a small fully enclosed courtyard decorated with flowers, it is secure and gated, meaning there is space for you to store motorcycles and bicycles and parking for 2 cars. The courtyard has seating for those warmer days, breakfast can even be served her if you prefer. There is additional parking free throughout Alston town. 

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Travel cot available on request (own bedding must be provided)

Pets are welcome with prior notification - room 2 is best suited to pets as this room is not carpeted, we ask if this room is available that you book room 2 when attending with pets. 

A full English or continental breakfast is included in the price of the nightly rate (discount may be available if breakfast is not needed - contact us for more details). 

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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.