The Shepherds Rest

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free parking, near Alnwick Castle

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Exterior
Garden
Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View (room 3) | 1 bedroom
Restaurant
Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View (room 3) | 1 bedroom

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Alnwick Moor, Alnwick, England, NE66 2AH
  • Place, Alnwick Castle
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Alnwick Garden
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Barter Books
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, Ensuite

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View (room 3)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Alnwick

The Shepherds Rest places you within a mile (2 km) of Hulne Park and Alnwick Playhouse. This 3-room, 3-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free self parking, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

What's nearby

  • Alnwick Playhouse - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Alnwick Castle - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Alnwick Garden - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Barter Books - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Lilidorei at The Alnwick Garden - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Alnwick Alnmouth Station - 9 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sanctuary at Alnwick Castle - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dirty Bottles Inn - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Adam and Eve - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fleece - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Shepherds Rest

Bed & breakfast with free parking, near Alnwick Castle
At The Shepherds Rest, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, an outdoor tennis court, and laundry facilities. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Dry cleaning/laundry services make packing light an option.
For entertainment, guests can expect to find TVs. Wardrobes or closets are also available. Housekeeping is not available.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include an outdoor tennis court.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around The Shepherds Rest?

This bed & breakfast is located in Alnwick, a short 20-minute walk from Alnwick Playhouse and also 17 minutes on foot from Hulne Park. You'll also find Alnwick Castle and Alnwick Garden within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Shepherds Rest?

As of Oct 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Shepherds Rest on Nov 2, 2025 start from $99.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at The Shepherds Rest?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does The Shepherds Rest have a casino at the property?

No, The Shepherds Rest doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Shepherds Rest?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Is The Shepherds Rest a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include jetted bathtubs and garden views.

Does The Shepherds Rest have a hot tub?

No, but this bed & breakfast offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does The Shepherds Rest have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Shepherds Rest serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Shepherds Rest allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Shepherds Rest.

Are there connecting rooms at The Shepherds Rest?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Shepherds Rest?

The closest major airport to The Shepherds Rest is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL), which is about 25.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Shepherds Rest?

No, at The Shepherds Rest, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.