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There is a security deposit of GBP 50 that needs to be paid on arrival. An attractive former milking parlour for two on the outskirts of Alston. . Ground Floor: Living/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner, Patio Doors Leading To Garden Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet, Shower Seat, Grab Rail. Underfloor heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Hot tub (private). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Ideal location for exploring. Converted from the old milking parlour, this single-storey cottage has been comfortably furnished to provide a delightful holiday home just for two. The property boasts its own hot tub, and the owners provide dressing gowns and slippers. Situated alongside Mark Close Farmhouse (ref 13314), The Milking Parlour is within a 15-20 minute walk from beautiful Alston, with its great pubs, cafés and shops. The town is central in the North Pennines and lies on the borders of Northumberland, Durham and Cumbria, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, referred to as ’England’s last wilderness’, and is also said to be the ’Highest Market Town in England’. The cottage occupies a fantastic position, central to the Lakes, Yorkshire Dales, Hadrian’s Wall, the Scottish borders and Northumberland’s coast and castles. The property is set in an enclosed garden with panoramic views over green fields and wild fells. In the paddock next door to the cottage, there are five very friendly Alpacas. The area remains unspoiled by large traffic queues or intrusive tourism. The town has a beautiful cobbled street with public houses, mini markets, petrol stations, butchers and bakers. Go for a ride on Alston’s narrow-gauge railway, follow Isaac’s Tea Trail or browse in the excellent gift shops. There’s ...