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Clifton Cottage at Lovelady Shield

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Clifton Cottage at Lovelady Shield provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6127 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Clifton Cottage at Lovelady Shield

  • Property highlights
  • Clifton Cottage at Lovelady Shield provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Clifton Cottage at Lovelady Shield feature comforts such as free WiFi and dining tables.
  • Other amenities include:
    • 2 bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers
    • 32-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, kitchens, and refrigerators

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • 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)

General

  • 2 floors

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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

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

Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

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 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

Property payment types

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

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Alston is home to this cottage. Weardale Museum and Killhope Lead Mining Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Nenthead Mines and Long Meg and Her Daughters. Visit our Alston travel guide
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CA9 3LX, England, Alston, Lovelady Lane

What's nearby

  • A woman crossing a stile on the Pennine Way, English Countryside walk.UK; Shutterstock ID 275558420; Purchase Order: -
    North Pennines
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Vindolanda
    Vindolanda
    48 min drive - 43.8 km
  • Hadrian's Wall Panorama at Sunset / Hadrian's Wall is a World Heritage Site in the beautiful Northumberland National Park. Popular with walkers along the Hadrian's Wall Path and Pennine Way
    Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall
    51 min drive - 48.0 km
  • Housesteads Roman Fort
    Housesteads Roman Fort
    56 min drive - 48.1 km
  • Hadrian's Wall
    Hadrian's Wall
    57 min drive - 49.5 km

Getting around

  • Langwathby Station
    32 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX)
    57 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Turks Head Inn
    5 min drive
  • George And Dragon
    7 min drive
  • Jack's Takeaway
    5 min drive
  • Angel Inn
    5 min drive
  • Elks Head
    13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Clifton 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?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Clifton 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). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Clifton Cottage at Lovelady Shield?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 30 (subject to availability).

Where is Clifton Cottage at Lovelady Shield located?

Situated in Alston, this cottage is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Nenthead Mines and within 12 mi (20 km) of Weardale Museum and North Pennines. Long Meg and Her Daughters and Northumberland National Park are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026