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CUMBRIA, UK

ALSTON, PENNINES - GREYCROFT

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Here at Greycroft, you will find real North country hospitality set in the splendid scenery of “England’s Last Wilderness”. The North Pennines are now established as an “Area of Outstanding Beauty”, and Alston, as its focus, has a wide variety of attractions.

Greycroft is set on a corner site with open views south across the beautiful South Tyne valley towards Cross Fell (the highest point on the Pennines) is in the peaceful hamlet of the Raise, one mile from Alston, and is tastefully furnished to a high standard with our guests in mind.

Please explore our web site and discover why so many people return each year for a holiday in the North Pennines to this elegant bed and breakfast. This beautiful mountain area is little known and still unspoilt, but the warm hospitality, quite wooded valleys and old buildings make it well worth exploring.

Pat Dent has also been "NOMINATED AA LAND LADY OF THE YEAR".

Greycroft, Middle Park, The Raise, Alston,Cumbria, CA9 3AR 44 (0)1434 381383 enquiry@greycroft.co.uk

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AMBLESIDE, LAKE DISTRICT - CROFT LODGE

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Croft Lodge Clappersgate, Ambleside, Cumbria, the Lake District, LA22 9LE A spectacular penthouse loft in the heart of the Lake District for self-catering holidays. Being part of a historic grade II listed Lakeland building, set around an attractive courtyard, the property aptly gains its name from owning the original exterior clock. An abundance of good walking and cycling can be enjoyed from the door. Situated on the fringe of Ambleside the local attractions & restaurants can also easily be reached on foot. Close to Ullswater and Haweswater and other great birding sites in Cumbria!

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WINDERMERE, LAKE DISTRICT - THE COACH HOUSE

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Coach House is an unusually stylish and relaxed guest house in the heart of the English Lake District. Our aim is to provide four star quality on a small scale, for visitors who want comfortable, contemporary interiors and quality breakfasts, but without the formality and expense of a top hotel.

We have a 4 diamond rating from the AA. We are a non-smoking establishment.

What the experts say: 'This stylish house has a minimalist but chic ambience with stunning lighting and cosmopolitan furnishings.'

Alastair Sawday's Special Places To Stay (2000 edition): 'You won't find another B&B like this in the Lakes. Splashes of colour - Barbie pink, lemon, peppermint, lend a fresh, exciting feel. Blinds, no frills, modern art, black-and-white checked hallway set it apart from other B&Bs on Windermere's 'Golden Mile'...The house is 1890s, the feel 1990s - how refreshing!'

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