Place, Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall
51 min drive
Hadrian's Wall
Place, Hadrian's Wall
57 min drive
Carlisle (CAX)
Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
67 min drive
Room options
About the area
Alston
In Alston .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Nenthead Mines and 12 miles (20 km) of Weardale Museum. North Pennines is within 12 miles (20 km) and Mr. George's Museum of Time is within 20 miles (32 km).
Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall - 51 min drive - 48.0 km
De Vere Slaley Hall Spa - 57 min drive - 50.5 km
Hadrian's Wall - 57 min drive - 49.5 km
Getting around
Langwathby Station - 32 min drive
Carlisle (CAX) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
George And Dragon - 7 min drive
Jack's Takeaway - 5 min drive
The Turks Head Inn - 5 min drive
Angel Inn - 5 min drive
Walter's Cafe & Bar - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield
3-star accommodation with kitchen in Alston
1 guestroom or unit
Smoking in designated areas
Guest accommodations at this cottage offer hair dryers. Accommodations are furnished with desks and dining tables. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.
This Alston cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.
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)
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: GBP 25 per pet, per stay
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
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)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy. A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in. Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted.
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
Frequently asked questions
How close is Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield to the airport?
This cottage is 27.2 mi (57-min drive) away from the Carlisle (CAX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
Does Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield?
No, there is no casino at this cottage.
What time is check-in at Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in costs GBP 30 (subject to availability).
Is there free parking at Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield to downtown Alston?
This cottage is 2.3 mi away from Alston.
Shieling Cottage at Lovelady Shield Reviews
Reviews
8.0
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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 2 reviews
6 - Okay
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2 - Terrible
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
6.0/10
Amenities
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robert
May 28, 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
Verified
6/10 Okay
alan
Jun 9, 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