Title: Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield • Alston • Free Wi-Fi • 2 Bedrooms • Kitchen Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=182433&destination=Alston%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=112251480&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield • Alston • Free Wi-Fi • 2 Bedrooms • Kitchen ## Photo gallery for Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield • Alston • Free Wi-Fi • 2 Bedrooms • Kitchen ![Exterior - Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield • Alston • Free Wi-Fi • 2 Bedrooms • Kitchen (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112260000/112251500/112251480/e095a68b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield • Alston • Free Wi-Fi • 2 Bedrooms • Kitchen (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112260000/112251500/112251480/57533487.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield • Alston • Free Wi-Fi • 2 Bedrooms • Kitchen (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112260000/112251500/112251480/7a7282c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hair dryer, towels - Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield • Alston • Free Wi-Fi • 2 Bedrooms • Kitchen (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112260000/112251500/112251480/9590cb9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield • Alston • Free Wi-Fi • 2 Bedrooms • Kitchen (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112260000/112251500/112251480/0e1f5588.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield • Alston • Free Wi-Fi • 2 Bedrooms • Kitchen provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom635 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available ## 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. ### Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield • Alston • Free Wi-Fi • 2 Bedrooms • Kitchen • Perched in Alston, Cumbria in an area of outstanding natural beauty in the North Pennines. • Great location with all the greenery views of the surrounding area. • Accommodates 4 guests with 2 king beds • Features a fully equipped kitchen and a full private bathroom, ensuring convenience and comfort for all guests. • Carlisle Lake District Airport is a 50-minute drive. • 35 minutes from Stanhope Train Station. • Newcastle International Airport is 1 hour and 5 minutes away. • Perfect for business travellers with intentions to stay in Alston. • Free Wi-Fi • Pets are allowed. (Up to 2 pets with applicable charges) • Please note that dogs must be kept on leads in public areas and cleaned up after. • Please note this property is equipped with laundry service. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - Up to 9 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 - Unit size: 635 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114092400/114092355/3bc12766.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wellhope View Cottage Alston - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Parking included [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10&selected=114092355&PinnedHotelID=114092355&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114092400/114092354/2fdb3e76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Middlefell View Cottage Alston - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Parking included [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10&selected=114092354&PinnedHotelID=114092354&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36370000/36365800/36365762/6ae50635.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Outstanding four bedroomed, dog friendly cottage packed with character features Castle Carrock. 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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, debit card or cash deposit 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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 host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 512801\_S-1010512801u9425pwzr11335gsg ## About the area Alston is home to this cottage. Weardale Museum and Killhope Lead Mining Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Long Meg and Her Daughters and Vindolanda. 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