Title: Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield Cottage in Alston with free parking ## Photo gallery for Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield ![Exterior - Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90780000/90774100/90774055/e8d2ed1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Basic Cottage | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90780000/90774100/90774055/66e0b114.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Cottage | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with cable channels - Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90780000/90774100/90774055/fe690112.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90780000/90774100/90774055/0f1ba69e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Cottage | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90780000/90774100/90774055/ea35b556.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home Sleeps 4538 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield Cottage in Alston with free parking This cottage features free self-parking. The cottage provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. For a bit of entertainment, a Smart TV comes with cable channels, and added amenities include free WiFi and a hairdryer. Guest accommodation at this cottage offers a hairdryer. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers. This Alston cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. 32-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free uncovered self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - 32-inch Smart TV with cable channels ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total - Fee: GBP 25 per pet per stay - Service animals exempt from fees ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board on request ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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check-in end time: 10:30 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in fee: GBP 30 Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: GBP 30 ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 8:00 AM Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Lockbox, private entrance ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees - Early check-in fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability) - Late check-out fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield Alston Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield Cottage Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield Cottage Alston ## About the area Alston is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Pennines and Northumberland National Park, while Weardale Museum and Mr. George's Museum of Time are cultural highlights. Weardale Railway and Acorn Bank are also worth visiting. [Visit our Alston travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alston.dx182433) [View more Cottages in Alston](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alston-Cottages.d182433-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.81123%2C-2.38012&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KY5n4OINdzc2V_jIy8-hXnye9Ok=) Lovelady Lane, Alston, England, CA9 3LX ### What's nearby - ![A woman crossing a stile on the Pennine Way, English Countryside walk.UK; Shutterstock ID 275558420; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000655548/cf8dcb66-4453-42e4-8081-0dd828736be5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) North Pennines 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![The famous tree](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634739940138/ec959917-954b-4748-ae16-4be1e3c0904d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hadrian's Wall 38 min drive \- 23.8 miles - ![Beautiful Autumn afternoon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11377/3623ba95-4478-4938-a9b5-99f254e16749.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ullswater 49 min drive \- 33.2 miles - ![Carlisle Castle.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6561/ba83a921-bb36-4f3f-a250-87f513a4ee00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Carlisle Castle 51 min drive \- 35.9 miles - Barnard Castle 52 min drive \- 38.4 miles ### Getting around - Langwathby Station 32 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) 57 min drive ### Restaurants - The Turks Head Inn 5 min drive - George And Dragon 7 min drive - Miners Arms 4 min drive - Jack's Takeaway 5 min drive - Angel Inn 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield? ### What time is check-in at Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield? ### What time is check-out at Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield? ### Where is Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 26 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Lovely place to stay. Really lovely to stay. Good directions on how to find the property. Well equipped with tea towels, towels, crockery and cutlery. Beds were comfortable. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lynne 4 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The property had lots of equiptment for cooking. The maintenance man and cleaner were extremely friendly and helpful. The outside could do with some care and attention to update . We had a lovley break here and would go again. ##### Lynne Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phil 9 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Great little escape Property was larger than expected. It was clean and well furnished and provided a lovely break. Its in a very remote location, which is what we were looking for. Very dog friendly. some noise from the property upstairs but wasn't too intrusive. ##### Phil Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 16 May 2025 Liked: Communication The cottage was overall comfortable and fine. The outside area wasn't in a good state. Dead rabbit parts in multiple places. Hotel reception had the worst of it removed when requested. Outside bench wasn't very sturdy. Facilities inside were better, good TV, comfy bed, good water pressure, well stocked kitchen and appliances. Bathroom lacked cleanliness with a few mouldy areas. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy 24 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication Lovely location and superb cottsge lovely staff ##### Wendy Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### MICHAEL 12 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication ##### MICHAEL Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Martin 1 Jun 2025 ##### Martin Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### M 18 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication ##### M Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Crafted at Powdermills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Battle-Hotels-Powdermills-Country-House-Hotel.h195688.Hotel-Information) > > [Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Pinewood-Apinall-Foundation.h40101599.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandman Signature Sheffield Quays Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sheffield-Hotels-The-Quays-Hotel-Sheffield.h46197620.Hotel-Information) > > [White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exeter-Hotels-White-Hart.h11899395.Hotel-Information) > > [The Stables Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-The-Stables-Whitby.h23322490.Hotel-Information) > > [Samsara Retreat and Yoga - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maidstone-Hotels-Samsara-Retreat-And-Yoga.h41349775.Hotel-Information) > > [Cromer Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cromer-Hotels-Cromer-Country-Club.h1927781.Hotel-Information) > > [The Skipton Hotel - Formerly Hotel Rendezvous](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skipton-Hotels-Hotel-Rendezvous.h41466.Hotel-Information) > > [Bear Lodge - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Bear-Lodge-Aspinall-Foundation.h40101484.Hotel-Information) > > [Exeter Rougemont hotel by Sunday](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exeter-Hotels-Exeter-Rougemont-Hotel-By-Sunday.h7784.Hotel-Information) > > [Kings Highway, Derby by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Derby-Hotels-Kings-Highway.h31887923.Hotel-Information) > > [Skegness The Royal Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skegness-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel-Skegness.h23931999.Hotel-Information) > > [Soar Mill Cove Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Soar-Mill-Cove-Hotel.h2042032.Hotel-Information) > > [Seven Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Southend-On-Sea-Hotels-Seven-Hotel.h19282555.Hotel-Information) > > [Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa - an Iconic Luxury Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Milton-Hotels-Chewton-Glen-Hotel-Spa.h528432.Hotel-Information) > > [OYO Shanklin Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shanklin-Hotels-OYO-Shanklin-Beach-Hotel.h7539838.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton London Elstree](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Borehamwood-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-London-Elstree.h18549.Hotel-Information) > > [Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ipswich-Hotels-Mermaid.h31883430.Hotel-Information) > > [Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burnley-Hotels-Crowwood-Hotel-Spa-Resort.h38222710.Hotel-Information) > > [The Swan Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wells-Hotels-The-Swan-Hotel.h26791.Hotel-Information) > > [The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Clacton-On-Sea-Hotels-Smugglers-Cove-By-Marstons-Inns.h35853904.Hotel-Information) > > [Yeoldon House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bideford-Hotels-Yeoldon-House.h2764122.Hotel-Information) > > [Brock Cottage private Hot Tub DOG/Cat FRIENDLY\* with on site fishing](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pickering-Hotels-Spacious-Stone-Cottage-DOG-FRIENDLY.h36805890.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Canterbury](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Canterbury-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Canterbury.h66541221.Hotel-Information) > > [Wild Rose Caravan Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Appleby-In-Westmorland-Hotels-Wild-Rose-Caravan-Park.h24459296.Hotel-Information) > > [Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worksop-Hotels-Lock-Keeper.h27479298.Hotel-Information) > > [voco Leicester by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Hotels-Voco-Leicester.h76596043.Hotel-Information) > > [Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Broadstairs-Hotels-Canterbury-Bell.h33103125.Hotel-Information) > > [Wild Thyme & Honey](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-Wild-Thyme-Honey.h9241983.Hotel-Information) ---