Guests say
Gilmore House is a charming cottage praised for its comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen, and cosy log fire. It's conveniently located for rural walks, with amenities and a friendly pub nearby. The village offers a quiet retreat with easy access to the countryside and nearby towns.
The cottage is described as very clean and comfortable, with no negative comments on cleanliness, suggesting high standards are maintained.
The location is appreciated for its proximity to local amenities, rural walks, and attractions like Hadrian's Wall and the Lakes. However, some concerns about parking and the village's need for TLC slightly affect the score.
Guests find the beds extremely comfortable and the living areas cosy, especially with the log fire. The steep stairs are a noted drawback for some, impacting the comfort level for those with mobility issues.
The kitchen is well-equipped, and the property is generally in good order. However, there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as steep stairs, problematic blinds, and a non-functional electric shower, indicating room for improvement.
There are no mentions of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
This cosy property offers the perfect base from which to explore all the quaint market towns Cumbria and the Lake District has to offer.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Sky, DVD Player, Open Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Living room 2:
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: (1 Step), Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. . Lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car; public car park, 200 yards away, free of charge. No smoking. Please note: There are 5 steps in the garden, which is accessed via a shared courtyard.. Comfortable and with touches of authentic character, Gilmore House sits just a stone’s throw from the centre of the traditional market town of Alston. Small but full of character with cobbled streets and fabulous views, Alston sits as the highest town in England. This appealing terraced house offers guests the benefit of a living room with an open fire and an additional sitting room. Shuttered windows add to the charm and character of this traditional Victorian property. With the benefit of outdoor seating to enjoy a morning coffee or perhaps a chilled wine after a day’s exploring, guests will find the garden area (not enclosed), a relaxing spot.
Keen cyclists will be well aware that Alston sits on the coast to coast route, and for cyclists of all abilities the local area is a great source of opportunities, offering breath taking views and hills of varying challenges. Walkers will have every opportunity to take in the country walks with routes straight from the door. Heading further afield, local villages offer traditional pubs and tea rooms for a warm Cumbrian welcome. The picturesque North Pennines and Eden Valley offer plenty for guests to enjoy, while a short drive will take you into the northern Lake District and Lake Ullswater, perfect for a steamer ride to take full advantage of the picture perfect setting. The popular Cumbrian market towns of Penrith, Appleby and Keswick are within a short drive, and Gilmore House offers an ideal base from which to explore the area. Shop 100 yards, pub and restaurant 200 yards.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
Garden shared with neighbours.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (8)
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Samantha
Lovely stay here. It has a really good equipped kitchen. The beds are soooo comfortable and a beautiful log fire with logs and firelighters. Two minutes walk ro The Turks head and two minutes walk to Jack's takeaway and the Co op. Fabulous rural walks for our dog. Visited Carlisle (Fabulous for shopping) and Penrith (Tattie Tim) has lovely jacket potatoes and The Angel fish shop does a fab lunchtime special. It's our second visit to Gilmore House and will definitely be back.
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely little cottage with all modern amenities, two sitting rooms and two good size bedrooms. Couple of drawbacks were the lack of nearby parking and having to park on the high street, and the stairs which are incredibly steep and narrow and slightly dangerous as I found out when slipping from top to bottom
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Mark Hanson
The property is lovely and in a secluded spot within the village. We couldn't park next to the property so we parked a 100yds or so away in the village square. The road to the square is steep and cobbled, so we'd only recommend the property if you're able-bodied! Equally, the stairs in the house are very steep. The village feels as if it needs some TLC, as there are a number of properties for sale and most of the pubs are closed. On the other hand, there are lots of walks into beautiful countryside directly from the door, and also Hadrian's Wall and the Lakes are within an easy drive.