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Low Nest Barn in Alston

Nestled amongst the hills and valleys, Low Nest Barn is set in the heart of stunning, North Pennine countryside. .

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Nestled amongst the hills and valleys, Low Nest Barn is set in the heart of stunning, North Pennine countryside.. 6 steps down to entrance. Ground floor: Living/dining room/kitchen with beams and stone floor. First floor: 1 double bedroom with low archway to en-suite bathroom with bath, shower cubicle and toilet. Second floor: 1 double (6ft zip and link, can be twin) bedroom with en-suite bathroom with bath, shower cubicle and toilet.. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Freeview TV. DVD. Electric cooker. Microwave. Use of owner’s washer/dryer and freezer in external utility room. Fridge/freezer. Wi-fi. Enclosed garden with sitting-out area and furniture. Parking (2 cars). Natural water supply from spring. Welcome pack. No smoking. No children under 12 years. . Low Nest Barn is adjacent to the owner’s home and has been tastefully converted to a good standard, offering accommodation with panoramic views over what is thought to be, one of the last undiscovered wildernesses of Britain. The barn is accessed by a rough track and lies a mile or so beyond the outskirts of Alston, on the borders of Northumbria and Cumbria, and central in the North Pennines, which is classified as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Wildlife is in abundance, and red squirrels and many species of birds can be seen from the barn. Enjoy a scenic ride through the beautiful South Tyne valley from Alston station on the South Tynedale railway, with vintage steam or diesel locomotives. Alston is said to be England’s highest market town. Fishing, riding and golf are available nearby. Follow some of the local rambles or the Pennine Way. The glorious coast and countryside of Northumbria is within travelling distance, as are the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and the Scottish Borders. There are water sports at Talkin and Kielder Water. Gateshead is only an hour away, with a large shopping centre, restaurants and a ten screen cinema. Alternatively, just stay home and relax and eat together with family and friends. It is set in a garden, bordered by mature trees, with panoramic views over green fields and wild fells. The town has a quaint cobbled street with public houses, butchers, bakers and even its own candlemaker. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.

7-Day Forecast

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Thu 21st Few clouds 1°C -4°C 14mph 0.0mm 999mb
Fri 22nd Few clouds 2°C -3°C 13mph 0.0mm 1,005mb
Sat 23rd Rain and snow 11°C -1°C 28mph 35.0mm 993mb
Sun 24th Moderate rain 12°C 6°C 28mph 11.5mm 986mb
Mon 25th Light rain 5°C 5°C 34mph 3.2mm 991mb
Tue 26th Light rain 10°C 5°C 32mph 7.2mm 1,003mb
Wed 27th Moderate rain 10°C 4°C 18mph 25.2mm 989mb

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