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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 Mr. George's Museum of Time are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Long Meg and Her Daughters and Great Chesters Fort. Visit our Alston travel guide
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Map
Lovelady Lane, Alston, England, CA9 3LX

What's nearby

  • A hiker on a wooden staircase with a signpost indicating 'Fennine Way'.
    North Pennines
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A park with a pond, a statue, and a building with columns.
    Vindolanda
    50 min drive - 43.8 km
  • A stone wall, rolling hills, and a sunset over a green landscape.
    Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall
    53 min drive - 48.0 km
  • A grassy hill with a solitary tree in the center and a stone wall on the right.
    Hadrian's Wall
    55 min drive - 49.4 km
  • A stone wall with a person standing beside it, overlooking rolling hills and a distant horizon.
    Housesteads Roman Fort
    59 min drive - 48.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Cumberland Hotel
    5 min drive
  • The Turks Head Inn
    5 min drive
  • George And Dragon
    7 min drive
  • The Nook Farm Shop Cafe
    9 min drive
  • Top Cafe
    4 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 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from Weardale Museum and 11.8 mi (19 km) from North Pennines. Long Meg and Her Daughters and Mr. George's Museum of Time 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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Clifton Cottage at Lovelady Shield Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026