
The Calf Shed is an 18th century barn conversion at Harbut Law Holiday Cottages just 1 mile from Alston in Cumbria's North Pennines. One of three barn conversions on the same site, it sits behind the owner's home in the South Tyne Valley. The Pennine Way runs past the door making this a brilliant base for walkers.
Alston is one of the highest market towns in England with a cobbled main street lined with independent shops, inns, restaurants and tea rooms. The surrounding landscape changes dramatically through the seasons giving you great views towards Mount Hooley all year round.
The Calf Shed sleeps 2 guests in a galleried first floor bedroom with a 4ft 6in four poster double bed and ensuite shower.
The Calf Shed is an 18th century barn conversion at Harbut Law Holiday Cottages just 1 mile from Alston in Cumbria's North Pennines. One of three barn conversions on the same site, it sits behind the owner's home in the South Tyne Valley. The Pennine Way runs past the door making this a brilliant base for walkers.
Alston is one of the highest market towns in England with a cobbled main street lined with independent shops, inns, restaurants and tea rooms. The surrounding landscape changes dramatically through the seasons giving you great views towards Mount Hooley all year round.
The Calf Shed sleeps 2 guests in a galleried first floor bedroom with a 4ft 6in four poster double bed and ensuite shower. The ground floor is open plan with a living area, dining space and kitchen. A private patio with garden furniture is included.
Alston's narrow gauge railway is 1 mile away. Hadrian's Wall sites are within easy reach. Beamish Museum is roughly 30 miles east and the Lake District is accessible by car.
The shared hot tub with views over the South Tyne Valley is a real highlight. The Calf Shed is perfect for couples wanting a quiet countryside escape with great walking on the doorstep. Book all three properties together to sleep up to 10.
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Alston, Cumbria14°C
Partly cloudy
Updated: 23 Jul 2026, 2:48am
Studio At Green Lane 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.
309m
(1,014 feet above sea level)
Studio At Green Lane sits in a peaceful Cumbria setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 54.8186040° N | Longitude: 2.455121° W
Today's sun times for Alston (Thursday, 23 July 2026):
4:02am
Sunrise
7:30pm
Golden Hour
8:30pm
Sunset
This month in Alston, you have approximately 16.46 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 Studio At Green Lane.
Signal Strength
Variable
Mobile signal is variable in this area. You should have coverage for calls and basic data.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to The Calf Shed
The galleried first floor bedroom has a 4ft 6in four poster double bed a proper treat for couples staying at The Calf Shed.
The Pennine Way runs right past the property giving walkers instant access to some of England's best long-distance trail walking.
Guests share a hot tub on site with views towards Mount Hooley and across the South Tyne Valley brilliant after a day on the fells.
One pet is welcome at no extra charge making this a great pick for those who don't want to leave their dog behind.
The cobbled market town of Alston is just 1 mile away with independent shops, pubs, restaurants and tea rooms all within easy reach.
Wi-Fi, electricity, bed linen and towels are all included in the booking no hidden extras to worry about on arrival.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
The Calf Shed is located just 1 mile from Alston in Cumbria. Head into Alston via the A686 or B6277 and follow signs towards Harbut Law. The property sits behind the owner's home and has on-site parking for one car.
The nearest mainline station is Haltwhistle on the Newcastle to Carlisle line, approximately 17 miles from the property. From Haltwhistle you can take a taxi or the seasonal Alston bus service to reach the cottage.
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Located 1 mile from your accommodation.
Postcode: CA9 3HU
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Postcode: CA9 3HS
Located 1 mile from your accommodation.
Postcode: CA9 3HU
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