Title: 3 bedroom accommodation in Cowshill, near Alston Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=602738&destination=Bishop+Auckland%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=81766333&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 3 bedroom accommodation in Cowshill, near Alston ## Photo gallery for 3 bedroom accommodation in Cowshill, near Alston ![Exterior - 3 bedroom accommodation in Cowshill, near Alston (Cowshill, near Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81770000/81766400/81766333/aa435b83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - 3 bedroom accommodation in Cowshill, near Alston (Cowshill, near Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81770000/81766400/81766333/66a04edc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access - 3 bedroom accommodation in Cowshill, near Alston (Cowshill, near Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81770000/81766400/81766333/6bb67806.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - 3 bedroom accommodation in Cowshill, near Alston (Cowshill, near Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81770000/81766400/81766333/3967b83b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - 3 bedroom accommodation in Cowshill, near Alston (Cowshill, near Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81770000/81766400/81766333/aa11a913.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Surrounded by the picturesque Weardale Valley, Alice’s Cottage offers a haven to unwind with countryside views and comfortable living. Enjoy oil central heating, private parking for 3 cars and access to a barbecue. Relax in the sitting-out area or explore nearby attractions like Killhope Wheel. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Cowshill, near Alston After a busy day exploring the many attractions nearby, relax in the living room and enjoy the stunning countryside views.. All on the Ground Floor: Living room: 32" TV, Freesat, Electric Woodburner Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Air Fryer, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet Bedroom 2: 3 x Single (3ft) Beds Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet, Grab Rail. Small courtyard with sitting-out area and garden furniture.. Both properties: Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Barbecue. 2 well behaved people friendly dogs welcome. Bike store. Private parking for 3 cars. Wheelchair access. No smoking. Visit England 5 Star.. Situated in the beautiful and picturesque Weardale Valley, Nelly’s Cottage (ref 31147) and Alice’s Cottage (ref 31148) offer outstanding views across some of the most scenic countryside that the county has to offer. Located high up on the hillside and surrounded by working farmland, these detached holiday properties, adjacent to the owner’s home, really are the perfect location for guests wanting to really explore the local area and beyond. Perfect for guests of all ages and abilities, both cottages have been sympathetically designed to accommodate wheelchair users and guests with limited walking ability, and they hold a Visit England Level 2 Disabled Property accreditation. Beautifully renovated and furnished to a very good standard, both cottages offer exceptional comfort and facilities. All on one level, guests will find a spacious and well-presented living room, with views across the surrounding hills and countryside. Each has a large, well-equipped kitchen, perfect for enjoying a well-cooked evening meal. Alice’s Cottage has three bedrooms, which include one single room, one family room and one double room with an en-suite shower room, as well as a large family bathroom with a shower for the disabled. Nelly’s Cottage also has three bedrooms, one of the twin bedrooms has an en-suite shower room with facilities for wheelchair users. Low Cornriggs Farm has won two Green Tourism Awards from the North Pennines Tourism Partnership, which are awarded to an enterprise which makes a ’positive contribution to tourism and the environment in the North Pennines’. The owner also sells Hereford beef. Perfect for guests who enjoy a walking or cycling holiday, there are plenty of public footpaths and cycle paths that lead directly from the cottages and through some of the most magnificent countryside and beyond, offering visitors views of hills, dales, waterfalls and much more. There are also plenty of attractions within a close radius, which include Killhope Wheel, the lead mining museum which is a a favourite of families of all ages, Weardale Museum and High House Chapel, Weardale Steam Railway and Locomotion, and the National Railway Museum at Shildon. For guests wanting to travel a little further afield but still remain within an easy hour’s drive, the opportunities are vast. The cathedral city of Durham, with its castle and university, is only 27 miles away, Cumbria and the Lake District can be visited within an hour’s drive, as can Northumberland, Hadrian’s Wall, Newcastle-upon-Tyne and Alnwick. For romantic breaks, walkers, cyclists, families, couples or groups, Low Cornriggs Farm really is perfect for everyone with a small flock of Icelandic & Shetland Sheep ( Raw Fleece ,Combed .Wool for Sale contact Jan . Shop 4 miles, pub 4 miles , restaurant 6 miles. Please note: There is a surcharge for heating oil on this property: £10 per night, payable by BACs to owner no less than 1 week before arrival, please. Free WiFi Small to Medium sized dogs only allowed. EPC Rating = B Suitable for up to 2 pets ## 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 ### Entertainment - Cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Single level property - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Fishing ### 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) - 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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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s) ### 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-31148-31148 ## About the area Located in Bishop Auckland, this cottage is in a rural area. Weardale Museum and Nenthead Mines are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at North Pennines and North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Armstrong Hydraulic Engine and Weardale Railway are also worth visiting. 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