Title: Escape to Bracken Cottage, a luxurious holiday let in Alston. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Escape to Bracken Cottage, a luxurious holiday let in Alston. ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105850000/105849000/105848966/0eb71074.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105850000/105849000/105848966/06b8786a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105850000/105849000/105848966/e7a94432.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105850000/105849000/105848966/e6daa1f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105850000/105849000/105848966/6a77dd0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the captivating countryside of Alston at Bracken Cottage, a luxurious holiday let blending modern comforts with breathtaking views. Unwind in style on the patio or indulge in scenic trails that wind through rugged moorland and picturesque villages. With an open-plan kitchen/diner/living room, this 3-bedroom retreat features state-of-the-art appliances and smart TVs. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Escape to Bracken Cottage, a luxurious holiday let in Alston. Escape to Bracken Cottage, a luxurious holiday let in Alston. Enjoy stunning views, modern amenities and endless adventures in this captivating countryside retreat. Unforgettable memories await your discovery.. 2 steps to entrance. Ground Floor: Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Smart TV Ensuite: Bath, Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Smart TV Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet First Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Freeview Smart TV Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Wine Cooler, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine. Oil underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available. Lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking.. Welcome to Bracken Cottage, your luxurious retreat nestled in the heart of Alston. This stunning 3-bedroom holiday home promises an unforgettable escape, blending modern comforts with breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. As you step inside, you’ll find all sleeping quarters conveniently located on the ground floor. The master bedroom boasts a spacious en-suite bathroom, offering the perfect sanctuary for relaxation. Two additional double bedrooms ensure ample space for friends or family, while a family bathroom with a walk-in shower adds convenience and comfort to your stay. Ascending to the first floor, you’ll discover a captivating open-plan kitchen/diner/living room. The kitchen is equipped with state-of-the-art appliances, including a bean-to-cup coffee machine. Whether you’re enjoying a leisurely breakfast or preparing a gourmet dinner, this kitchen has everything you need. Adjacent to the kitchen, the inviting living room beckons with its cosy ambiance and modern amenities. Sink into plush furnishings as you unwind in front of the smart TV, or simply gaze out at the panoramic views framing both ends of the vaulted ceiling. From sunrise to sunset, the scenery of the local countryside will leave you spellbound. Outside of Bracken Cottage, an array of adventures awaits in the surrounding area. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the North Pennines, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Lace up your hiking boots and explore scenic trails that wind through rugged moorland, tranquil rivers and picturesque villages. For those seeking adrenaline-fueled thrills, indulge in outdoor pursuits such as cycling, horse riding, or fishing. The nearby Pennine Way offers a challenging trek for experienced hikers, while quaint market towns including Alston and nearby Hexham invite leisurely strolls through historic streets lined with charming shops and cafes. History buffs will delight in exploring the region’s rich heritage, from ancient Roman forts to medieval castles. Visit attractions such as Hadrian’s Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or venture to museums and heritage centres that showcase the area’s fascinating past. After a day of exploration, return to Bracken Cottage to unwind in style. Whether you’re savouring a glass of wine on the balcony or soaking in the tranquility of the garden, this luxurious retreat offers the perfect backdrop for unforgettable memories. These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 12 guests. Free WiFi ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made. ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as su-UK46508-UK46508 ## About the area Alston is home to this cottage. Weardale Museum and Great Chesters Fort are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at New Mills Trout Fishing Park and De Vere Slaley Hall Golf Course. Acorn Bank and Weardale Railway are also worth visiting. [Visit our Alston travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alston.dx182433) [View more Cottages in Alston](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alston-Cottages.d182433-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.78582%2C-2.42705&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=iQu7pyVMw4BQEMoZZz9yZxQCnqU=) Alston ### What's nearby - Nenthead Mines - 7 min drive - 5.3 miles - North Pennines - 16 min drive - 13.4 miles - Vindolanda - 30 min drive - 24.1 miles - Whinfell Forest - 34 min drive - 24.4 miles - Hadrian's Wall - 34 min drive - 23.8 miles ### Getting around - Haltwhistle Station - 23 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) - 57 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Hartside Cafe - ‬10 min drive - ‪Miners Arms - ‬5 min drive - ‪Hartside Top - ‬7 min drive - George And Dragon - ‪The Turks Head Inn - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Escape to Bracken Cottage, a luxurious holiday let in Alston. pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### What time is check-in at Escape to Bracken Cottage, a luxurious holiday let in Alston.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Escape to Bracken Cottage, a luxurious holiday let in Alston.? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Escape to Bracken Cottage, a luxurious holiday let in Alston. located? > Situated in Alston, this cottage is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Nenthead Mines and within 12 miles (20 km) of North Pennines and Weardale Museum. High Force and Long Meg and Her Daughters are also within 20 miles (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Escape to Bracken Cottage, a luxurious holiday let in Alston. Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Gary Warneck 9 Jul 2025 #### N Nice cottage ##### Gary Warneck ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Coppid Beech Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bracknell-Hotels-The-Coppid-Beech-Hotel.h3809.Hotel-Information) > > [Carden Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Carden-Park.h190780.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h7234788.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stansted-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Stansted-Airport.h18464320.Hotel-Information) > > [Stratford Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Stratford-Manor.h27936.Hotel-Information) > > [Ashford International Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Ashford-International-Hotel.h527123.Hotel-Information) > > [Retallack Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Columb-Major-Hotels-Retallack-Resort.h4537229.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Sand Bay Holiday Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weston-Super-Mare-Hotels-Sand-Bay-Holiday-Village.h11443695.Hotel-Information) > > [St Michael's Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Falmouth-Hotels-St-Michaels-Resort.h2951426.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Stratford Upon Avon by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Stratford-Upon-Avon.h11307.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Norbreck Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blackpool-Hotels-Norbreck-Castle-Hotel.h6377.Hotel-Information) > > [Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Eastwell-Manor.h905662.Hotel-Information) > > [Camelot Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tintagel-Hotels-Camelot-Castle-Hotel.h8083111.Hotel-Information) > > [Hollins Hall Hotel, Golf & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shipley-Hotels-Hollins-Hall-Hotel.h63744.Hotel-Information) > > [Chesford Grange Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kenilworth-Hotels-Chesford-Grange.h920291.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Hotels-Grand-Burstin-Hotel-Folkestone.h1201483.Hotel-Information) > > [The Mill Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-The-Mill-Hotel-Spa.h1695656.Hotel-Information) > > [Village Hotel Manchester Ashton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashton-Under-Lyne-Hotels-Village-Hotel-Manchester-Ashton.h1848975.Hotel-Information) > > [The Winchester Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-The-Winchester-Hotel-Spa.h26080.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton at St George's Park, Burton Upon Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Hilton-At-St-Georges-Park.h5094740.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Manchester.h120016.Hotel-Information) > > [The Spa Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Royal-Tunbridge-Wells-Hotels-The-Spa-Hotel.h8849.Hotel-Information) > > [Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Hythe-Imperial-Hotel-Spa-Golf.h9108.Hotel-Information) > > [The Rutland Arms Hotel, Bakewell, Derbyshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bakewell-Hotels-The-Rutland-Arms-Hotel.h792056.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Beach Club & Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Harbour-Beach-Club-Hotel-Spa.h2261933.Hotel-Information) > > [Fistral Beach Hotel and Spa - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newquay-Hotels-Fistral-Beach-Hotel-And-Spa-Adults-Only.h1895493.Hotel-Information) > > [Worcester Whitehouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worcester-Hotels-Worcester-Whitehouse.h18498.Hotel-Information) > > [Cotswolds Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chipping-Norton-Hotels-Cotswolds-Hotel-Spa.h13106835.Hotel-Information)