Title: Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 ![Exterior](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](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90780000/90774100/90774055/66e0b114.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Cottage | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90780000/90774100/90774055/d2e1470a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Cottage | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with cable channels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90780000/90774100/90774055/fe690112.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Cottage | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90780000/90774100/90774055/ea35b556.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home Sleeps 4538 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi ## 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 ### 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; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2280000/2271200/2271108/3dd76f58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kellah Farm B&b/cottages Haltwhistle - Parking included - Free WiFi - Tennis court - Breakfast available 9.8 Exceptional 262 reviews £83 includes taxes & fees 1 Nov - 2 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=2271108&PinnedHotelID=2271108&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House, Pets allowed, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120660000/120655800/120655749/3b0770bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovelady Shield House Alston - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi £900 includes taxes & fees 31 Oct - 1 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=120655749&PinnedHotelID=120655749&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90780000/90774100/90774054/50588c77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Poppythorn Cottage at Lovelady Shield Alston - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=90774054&PinnedHotelID=90774054&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14880000/14879300/14879229/6e3750e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hillis Close Farm Haltwhistle - Washer - Parking included - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=14879229&PinnedHotelID=14879229&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111970000/111963300/111963282/49c27eda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy Cottage in Alston • 1 Superking & 2 Single Beds • Free Wi-Fi Alston - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=111963282&PinnedHotelID=111963282&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Family Cottage | Private kitchen | Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107750000/107745900/107745841/5fae872d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ridgeway Cottage at Lovelady Shield Alston - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly £547 includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 24 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=107745841&PinnedHotelID=107745841&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Basic Cottage | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18930000/18928900/18928809/d3e9a83c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovelady Shield Cottages Alston - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.4 Very good 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=18928809&PinnedHotelID=18928809&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16230000/16222500/16222446/ef3961ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Centre of Britain Hotel & Restaurant Haltwhistle - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 116 reviews £120 includes taxes & fees 31 Oct - 1 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=16222446&PinnedHotelID=16222446&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cottage | Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94960000/94958700/94958671/d24f4c15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 Tindale Terrace Brampton - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking included £318 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=94958671&PinnedHotelID=94958671&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cottage | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90780000/90774100/90774053/ed21c6f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield Alston - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 8.0 Very good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=90774053&PinnedHotelID=90774053&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; 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 ### 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 ![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 - Nenthead Mines - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles - North Pennines - 22 min drive - 13.6 miles - Vindolanda - 30 min drive - 24.2 miles - Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall - 32 min drive - 26.6 miles - Hadrian's Wall - 35 min drive - 23.8 miles #### Getting around - Langwathby Station - 32 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) - 57 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Miners Arms - ‬4 min drive - ‪George And Dragon - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Turks Head Inn - ‬5 min drive - ‪Hartside Top - ‬8 min drive - ‪Cumberland Hotel - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking at Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield? > Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 30 (subject to availability). ### What time is check-out at Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 30 (subject to availability). ### Where is Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield located? > Situated in Alston, this cottage is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Nenthead Mines and within 12 miles (20 km) of Weardale Museum and North Pennines. Long Meg and Her Daughters and Saint Nicholas are also within 20 miles (32 km). ## 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 8.8 ### 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 ### 8.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 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 #### 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 ### 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 > [The Coppid Beech Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bracknell-Hotels-The-Coppid-Beech-Hotel.h3809.Hotel-Information) > > [Carden Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Carden-Park.h190780.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h7234788.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stansted-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Stansted-Airport.h18464320.Hotel-Information) > > [Stratford Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Stratford-Manor.h27936.Hotel-Information) > > [Ashford International Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Ashford-International-Hotel.h527123.Hotel-Information) > > [Retallack Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Columb-Major-Hotels-Retallack-Resort.h4537229.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Sand Bay Holiday Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weston-Super-Mare-Hotels-Sand-Bay-Holiday-Village.h11443695.Hotel-Information) > > [St Michael's Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Falmouth-Hotels-St-Michaels-Resort.h2951426.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Stratford Upon Avon by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Stratford-Upon-Avon.h11307.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Norbreck Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blackpool-Hotels-Norbreck-Castle-Hotel.h6377.Hotel-Information) > > [Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Eastwell-Manor.h905662.Hotel-Information) > > [Camelot Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tintagel-Hotels-Camelot-Castle-Hotel.h8083111.Hotel-Information) > > [Hollins Hall Hotel, Golf & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shipley-Hotels-Hollins-Hall-Hotel.h63744.Hotel-Information) > > [Chesford Grange Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kenilworth-Hotels-Chesford-Grange.h920291.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Hotels-Grand-Burstin-Hotel-Folkestone.h1201483.Hotel-Information) > > [The Mill Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-The-Mill-Hotel-Spa.h1695656.Hotel-Information) > > [Village Hotel Manchester Ashton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashton-Under-Lyne-Hotels-Village-Hotel-Manchester-Ashton.h1848975.Hotel-Information) > > [The Winchester Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-The-Winchester-Hotel-Spa.h26080.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton at St George's Park, Burton Upon Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Hilton-At-St-Georges-Park.h5094740.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Manchester.h120016.Hotel-Information) > > [The Spa Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Royal-Tunbridge-Wells-Hotels-The-Spa-Hotel.h8849.Hotel-Information) > > [Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Hythe-Imperial-Hotel-Spa-Golf.h9108.Hotel-Information) > > [The Rutland Arms Hotel, Bakewell, Derbyshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bakewell-Hotels-The-Rutland-Arms-Hotel.h792056.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Beach Club & Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Harbour-Beach-Club-Hotel-Spa.h2261933.Hotel-Information) > > [Fistral Beach Hotel and Spa - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newquay-Hotels-Fistral-Beach-Hotel-And-Spa-Adults-Only.h1895493.Hotel-Information) > > [Worcester Whitehouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worcester-Hotels-Worcester-Whitehouse.h18498.Hotel-Information) > > [Cotswolds Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chipping-Norton-Hotels-Cotswolds-Hotel-Spa.h13106835.Hotel-Information)