
Raise View is a stunning 4-star stone lodge in Alston, Cumbria - England's highest town at 1,000 feet above sea level. This refurbished detached property offers three en-suite bedrooms and comfortably sleeps six people.
Set on the edge of this historic 17th century town, you'll enjoy peaceful surroundings with easy walking distance to local pubs, shops and cafés. The area offers exceptional walking opportunities along the Pennine Way and access to the Coast-to-Coast Cycle Route. Take a drive along the A686 - rated one of Britain's ten greatest drives.
Raise View is a stunning 4-star stone lodge in Alston, Cumbria - England's highest town at 1,000 feet above sea level. This refurbished detached property offers three en-suite bedrooms and comfortably sleeps six people.
Set on the edge of this historic 17th century town, you'll enjoy peaceful surroundings with easy walking distance to local pubs, shops and cafés. The area offers exceptional walking opportunities along the Pennine Way and access to the Coast-to-Coast Cycle Route. Take a drive along the A686 - rated one of Britain's ten greatest drives. After a day exploring, you'll appreciate why everyone raves about the hot tub under the stars.
The accommodation features two super-king bedrooms with zip-link beds and one twin room, all with en-suite facilities. One bathroom boasts a luxurious roll-top bath and double shower. The kitchen comes fully equipped with electric hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher, American-style fridge/freezer, coffee machine and washing machine.
Nearby attractions include the Pennine Way walking trail (0 miles), Hartside Fell (29 miles) and Hadrian's Wall with its fascinating museums. The eastern Lake District is also within reach for day trips. The area combines spectacular countryside with historical sites.
Raise View stands out with its enclosed garden and private hot tub - perfect for stargazing. Past guests consistently praise the comfortable beds, spacious rooms and exceptional cleanliness. Dogs love it too, with secure outdoor space and thoughtful touches.
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Updated: 3 Aug 2026, 2:47am
Hadrians Wall Escape is located in one of England's darkest sky areas, making it exceptional for stargazing from the hot tub.
The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):
The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.
The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.
296m
(971 feet above sea level)
Hadrians Wall Escape sits in a peaceful Cumbria setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 54.8104260° N | Longitude: 2.448105° W
Today's sun times for Alston (Tuesday, 4 August 2026):
4:21am
Sunrise
7:10pm
Golden Hour
8:10pm
Sunset
This month in Alston, you have approximately 15.82 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean extended evening activities before the hot tub beckons.
Everything you need to know before you arrive at Hadrians Wall Escape.
Signal Strength
Good
Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to Raise View
Super-king beds with premium linens consistently rated as "the best beds we've slept in away from home" by multiple guests.
Private hot tub perfect for relaxing and stargazing on clear nights - mentioned as a highlight by many visitors.
Fully enclosed garden with 5-foot stone walls keeps pets secure, plus thoughtful doggy welcome packs for four-legged guests.
All three bedrooms have their own bathrooms, including a luxury en-suite with roll-top bath and double shower.
Set on the edge of Alston with walking distance to pubs and shops, yet peaceful enough for a tranquil break.
Multiple reviews praise the "spotlessly clean" condition of the property and the high standards maintained throughout.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Raise View by car, follow the A686 towards Alston. The property is located on the edge of this historic town, which sits at 1,000 feet above sea level and is easily accessible with good road connections from both Cumbria and Northumberland.
For rail travellers, the nearest major stations are Penrith or Carlisle. From either station, you'll need to take a taxi or bus connection to complete your journey to Alston and Raise View.
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