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Colleton Cottage at Lovelady Shield

4.0 star property

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Dining
Deluxe Cottage | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with digital channels
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Deluxe Cottage | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, dishwasher, toaster

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Entire home

2 bathroomsSleeps 71658 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Lovelady Lane, Alston, England, CA9 3LX
  • Place, North Pennines
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Vindolanda
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Place, Hadrian's Wall
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪67 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Alston

Located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Nenthead Mines, this cottage is within a 15-minute drive of Weardale Museum. The 4-star cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.

What's nearby

  • North Pennines - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Vindolanda - 48 min drive - 27.3 miles
  • Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall - 51 min drive - 29.9 miles
  • Hadrian's Wall - 57 min drive - 30.7 miles
  • Hexham Abbey - 58 min drive - 32.0 miles

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
  • ‪Angel Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jack's Takeaway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Elks Head - ‬13 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.

Colleton Cottage at Lovelady Shield

This cottage features free WiFi in public areas and barbecue grills. Free parking is included with your stay. This cottage also has a garden.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with a dining area and a sitting area. Guests can expect to find a 32-inch Smart TV with digital channels. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

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

  • No elevator
  • 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

  • Garden

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

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 25 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and 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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Colleton At Lovelady Shield
Colleton Cottage at Lovelady Shield Alston
Colleton Cottage at Lovelady Shield Cottage
Colleton Cottage at Lovelady Shield Cottage Alston

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Alston, close to Nenthead Mines.

Is parking available on site at Colleton Cottage at Lovelady Shield?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the cottage.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Colleton Cottage at Lovelady Shield?

Couples staying at this cottage will appreciate amenities like a private outdoor hot tub and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Does Colleton Cottage at Lovelady Shield have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at this cottage for a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per stay.

Does Colleton Cottage at Lovelady Shield have connecting rooms available?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Carlisle (CAX), which is 27.2 mi away (57 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Colleton Cottage at Lovelady Shield?

Yes, every cottage at Colleton Cottage at Lovelady Shield comes with a furnished balcony/patio.

Colleton Cottage at Lovelady Shield Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Awesome place to chill and do absolutely nothing. The wife and kids loved it and if we can get some spare time later in the year we would 100% book it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great little family break

Lovely 3 night break with 3 kids, loads of room, lovely brunch in the hotel, the only downfall was the hot tub wasnt great, it was good but the jets didnt seem to be working properly and the lights didnt work. Apart from that, everything we could have hoped for, would defo recommend 👌
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ajay

Stayed 1 night in May 2023