Title: Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=90774053&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield Cottage in Alston with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield ![Cottage | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90780000/90774100/90774053/ed21c6f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV - Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90780000/90774100/90774053/32a9fdd9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV - Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90780000/90774100/90774053/b0c492dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90780000/90774100/90774053/51aadce2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | 2 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi - Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90780000/90774100/90774053/1d238632.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4635 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - 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. ### Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield Cottage in Alston with kitchen This cottage features designated smoking areas. The cottage provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. For a bit of entertainment, an LCD TV comes with cable channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences, such as a washing machine and a dining area. Guest accommodation at this cottage offers a hairdryer. This accommodation is furnished with desks and dining tables. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers. This Alston cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Laptop workspace ### 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 ### 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/91000000/90780000/90774100/90774051/98fd40f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Clifton Cottage at Lovelady Shield Alston - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=90774051&PinnedHotelID=90774051&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Cottage | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with digital channels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90730000/90723600/90723549/36981ade.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Colleton Cottage at Lovelady Shield Alston - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 6.0 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=90723549&PinnedHotelID=90723549&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90780000/90774100/90774055/e8d2ed1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cobblestones Cottage at Lovelady Shield Alston - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.8 Excellent 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=90774055&PinnedHotelID=90774055&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 - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=90774054&PinnedHotelID=90774054&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in fee: GBP 30 Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 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 This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in 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 Shieling At Lovelady Shield Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield Alston Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield Cottage Shieling 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 - North Pennines \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Vindolanda \- 32 min drive \- 24.2 miles - Hadrian's Wall \- 38 min drive \- 23.8 miles - Ullswater \- 49 min drive \- 33.2 miles - Barnard Castle \- 52 min drive \- 38.4 miles #### Getting around - Langwathby Station - 32 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) - 57 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Miners Arms - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Turks Head Inn - ‬5 min drive - ‪George And Dragon - ‬7 min drive - ‪Cumberland Hotel - ‬5 min drive - ‪Hartside Top - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield? ### What time is check-in at Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield? ### What time is check-out at Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield? ### Where is Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 6.0 Amenities ### 6.0 Eco-friendliness ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert 28 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication Lovely hotel in a peaceful setting. Perfect for escaping the hustle and bustle ##### Robert Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### alan 9 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness The night we arrived we heard dripping from the boiler this got louder and when we investigated further a bowl had been placed behind a panel to catch the dripping water the bowl was now full and so we emptied it by 3.30 am the sound of loud dripping woke us up so once again we emptied the bowl and placed more receptacles to catch the water .we also observed water running across the wiring this was worrying so reported this at 8.00 am we received notification that this had been passed on to onsite staff who would get back to us .but as we were planning to go out we called into the hotel where a lovely member of staff came and took a photo of the problem and reported it .when we returned for our key she informed us that a gas safe engineer was needed and and would come later that day so we emptied the bowls several times again and through the night .we left on the Sunday still no engineer could not wait to get home for a rest ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/506f7aac-80f1-4df9-9c33-165dfe4399d2-1749473118847.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### alan Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [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 - 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