Title: The Museum Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=114474669&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Museum Cottage in Alston with free parking ## Photo gallery for The Museum ![Interior - The Museum (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114480000/114474700/114474669/10eb225d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher, cookware/dishes/utensils - The Museum (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114480000/114474700/114474669/78076a08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Museum (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114480000/114474700/114474669/98d64e0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - The Museum (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114480000/114474700/114474669/2a006b99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher, cookware/dishes/utensils - The Museum (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114480000/114474700/114474669/d44d859d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies You can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a garden and a playground at The Museum. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## 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. ### The Museum Cottage in Alston with free parking Along with a garden, this smoke-free cottage has free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas. All accommodations are individually decorated and offer free WiFi and showers. Kitchens and dishwashers are among the other amenities that guests will find. Housekeeping is not available. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Kitchens offer kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include a shower. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Family friendly - Playground ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Shower ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service ### Location highlights - Next to a golf course ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Similar properties ![Cottage | Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114110000/114104900/114104860/fca2d650.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nenthead House Alston - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Parking included £996 includes taxes & fees 12 Feb - 13 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=114104860&PinnedHotelID=114104860&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73660000/73658400/73658307/f7241f27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Romantic rural retreat for 8 w/log burner (Pets welcome!) 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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 This property accepts credit cards and debit cards Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 The Museum Alston The Museum Cottage The Museum Cottage Alston ## About the area Located in Alston, The Museum is next to a golf course. Weardale Museum and Killhope Lead Mining Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Weardale Railway and Eggleston Hall. [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%7C54.78845%2C-2.34090&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ClrRiUmEczfodjFdsiX8sBFqH9o=) The Museum Nenthead Nenthead, Alston, England, CA9 3PN ### What's nearby - ![A woman crossing a stile on the Pennine Way, English Countryside walk.UK; Shutterstock ID 275558420; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000655548/cf8dcb66-4453-42e4-8081-0dd828736be5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) North Pennines 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![The famous tree](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634739940138/ec959917-954b-4748-ae16-4be1e3c0904d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hadrian's Wall 41 min drive \- 26.1 miles - ![Beautiful Autumn afternoon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11377/3623ba95-4478-4938-a9b5-99f254e16749.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ullswater 50 min drive \- 36.1 miles - ![This is a great place to visit in the North of England. It’s like stepping back in time to visit a town, farm, colliery village and old hall and getting to experience what it was like to live in those places from about 1910 onwards. There are staff who take on the roles of various locals that really bring this place to life. This picture is from the town where you can explore a bank, shops, pub, dentists and lots of other things as well as ride in traditional vehicles of the time. Such a brilliant experience.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079441/bdfb1ea6-98e4-4fa1-bd96-45268ac3058a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Beamish Open Air Museum 61 min drive \- 44.4 miles - Nenthead Mines 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles ### Getting around - Lazonby & Kirkoswald Station 23 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) 67 min drive ### Restaurants - The Turks Head Inn 7 min drive - George And Dragon 4 min drive - The Hemmel Café 9 min drive - Miners Arms 2 min walk - Jack's Takeaway 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Museum pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Museum? ### What time is check-in at The Museum? ### What time is check-out at The Museum? ### Where is The Museum located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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