Title: Lovelady Shield• Countryside Retreat• Garden• Free Wi-Fi• Ideal for Large Groups 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 # Lovelady Shield• Countryside Retreat• Garden• Free Wi-Fi• Ideal for Large Groups Holiday home in Alston with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Lovelady Shield• Countryside Retreat• Garden• Free Wi-Fi• Ideal for Large Groups ![Exterior - Lovelady Shield• Countryside Retreat• Garden• Free Wi-Fi• Ideal for Large Groups (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123340000/123339700/123339635/f46da326.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets - Lovelady Shield• Countryside Retreat• Garden• Free Wi-Fi• Ideal for Large Groups (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123340000/123339700/123339635/4d2bc5c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Lovelady Shield• Countryside Retreat• Garden• Free Wi-Fi• Ideal for Large Groups (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123340000/123339700/123339635/2409983d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Lovelady Shield• Countryside Retreat• Garden• Free Wi-Fi• Ideal for Large Groups (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123340000/123339700/123339635/f47373b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Lovelady Shield• Countryside Retreat• Garden• Free Wi-Fi• Ideal for Large Groups (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123340000/123339700/123339635/w2698h1523x0y1-26c85550.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Lovelady Shield• Countryside Retreat• Garden• Free Wi-Fi• Ideal for Large Groups provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 7750 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available - Fireplace £757 includes taxes & fees 27 Jan - 28 Jan ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Lovelady Shield• Countryside Retreat• Garden• Free Wi-Fi• Ideal for Large Groups Lovelady Shield House Lovelady Shield House in Cumbria offers a serene and picturesque retreat near Alston, England's highest market town. This tranquil house, set along the River Nent and within three acres of gardens, features 14 en-suite rooms, providing guests with both comfort and countryside beauty. Outdoor Activities & Local Attractions The house's location is perfect for outdoor activities like cycling, walking, hiking, and bird-watching, with the North Pennines' natural beauty and wildlife on its doorstep. A short journey to the Lake District offers even more scenic outdoor opportunities. Lovelady Shield is more than just a hotel; it's an excellent venue for various events, benefiting from its stunning natural surroundings. Guests can choose Lovelady Shield for a peaceful stay or an adventurous exploration in rural Cumbria. Private Bathroom • Every room at Lovelady Shield House comes with a private en-suite bathroom. These bathrooms offer either a shower-only setup or a shower over a bathtub. For your convenience, a hairdryer is provided in all bathrooms. Pet-Friendly • We welcome up to five pets with applicable charges. More than five pets may be welcome upon request with additional charges. • Please note that dogs must be kept on leads in public areas and cleaned up after. Complimentary Wi-Fi and TV • Stay connected and entertained with our complimentary Wi-Fi & TV, all at no extra cost. Free Private Parking • Enjoy the convenience and security of our free on-site parking space during your stay. Garden • Lovelady Shield House features a beautiful garden where guests can relax and enjoy the serene surroundings. Please note: • Additional firewood bundles are available for an applicable charge. • An iron and an ironing board are available upon request. • A couple of cots are available upon request. The cots are not suitable for babies under 6 months old. • A fan is available upon request. • The Smart TVs only support streaming services like Netflix, and guests need to use their own accounts to log in and watch. • Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on the premises, except in the designated outdoor smoking area. Any evidence of smoking outside this area will result in financial charges. Airports Nearby For those travelling by air, the following airports are within driving distance: • Carlisle Lake District Airport (CAX): This is the closest airport, approximately 28 miles away, generally a 45-minute drive. Newcastle International Airport: Approximately 43.7 miles (one-hour drive). • Teesside International Airport: Approximately 54.6 miles (one hour and 30 minutes' drive). Train Stations • Penrith North Lakes (West Coast Mainline): This is a key station on the West Coast Mainline, offering connections to major cities like London, Glasgow, Manchester, and Birmingham. It's approximately 22.6 miles from Lovelady Shield, about a 30-40 minute drive. • Haltwhistle (Carlisle to Newcastle Line): Located on the Hadrian's Wall Line, it connects Carlisle and Newcastle. It's about a 30-minute drive from Alston. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - Up to 20 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Designated smoking areas ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### 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) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 7,750 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118350000/118345400/118345304/7b5d9962.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ridgeway Cottage at Lovelady Shield • Free Wi-Fi • 5 Bedrooms • Full Kitchen Alston - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=118345304&PinnedHotelID=118345304&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123570000/123563300/123563280/d7d8f100.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 Bed in Alston (oc-l33062) Alston - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=123563280&PinnedHotelID=123563280&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123560000/123559200/123559159/fa7f2575.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 Bed in Nenthead (oc-s32235) Alston Moor - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=123559159&PinnedHotelID=123559159&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123560000/123559200/123559174/3e576c39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 5 Bed in Nenthead (oc-f32234) Alston Moor - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=123559174&PinnedHotelID=123559174&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123560000/123556300/123556221/e12878cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1 Bed in Haltwhistle (oc-nb556) Haltwhistle - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=123556221&PinnedHotelID=123556221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123560000/123556200/123556172/4949f6f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 Bed in Haltwhistle (oc-nb559) Greenhead - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=123556172&PinnedHotelID=123556172&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123560000/123556300/123556223/7e10f6f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 Bed in Haltwhistle (oc-nb558) Haltwhistle - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=123556223&PinnedHotelID=123556223&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123570000/123564000/123563996/babaa12e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 Bed in Melkridge (oc-b33370) Melkridge - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=123563996&PinnedHotelID=123563996&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107320000/107311300/107311284/1fa70cab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Experience charm and comfort at The Old Cottage in Lambley. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property'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 100007300 ## 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%7C54.81180%2C-2.38021&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dRTdh407EQXWGvn0WP97LKPiAyA=) Alston, Cumbria #### What's nearby - North Pennines \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Hadrian's Wall \- 39 min drive \- 24.0 miles - Ullswater \- 50 min drive \- 33.4 miles - Barnard Castle \- 52 min drive \- 38.0 miles - Carlisle Castle \- 52 min drive \- 36.1 miles #### Getting around - Lazonby & Kirkoswald Station - 23 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) - 59 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Turks Head Inn - ‬5 min drive - ‪George And Dragon - ‬7 min drive - ‪Miners Arms - ‬5 min drive - ‪Jack's Takeaway - ‬4 min drive - ‪Angel Inn - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lovelady Shield• Countryside Retreat• Garden• Free Wi-Fi• Ideal for Large Groups pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Lovelady Shield• Countryside Retreat• Garden• Free Wi-Fi• Ideal for Large Groups? ### How much is parking at Lovelady Shield• Countryside Retreat• Garden• Free Wi-Fi• Ideal for Large Groups? ### What time is check-in at Lovelady Shield• Countryside Retreat• Garden• Free Wi-Fi• Ideal for Large Groups? ### What time is check-out at Lovelady Shield• Countryside Retreat• Garden• Free Wi-Fi• Ideal for Large Groups? ### Where is Lovelady Shield• Countryside Retreat• Garden• Free Wi-Fi• Ideal for Large Groups located? ## Have a question? 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