Title: Ridgeway Cottage at Lovelady Shield Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=182433&destination=Alston%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=107745841&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Ridgeway Cottage at Lovelady Shield ## Photo gallery for Ridgeway Cottage at Lovelady Shield ![Family Cottage | Living area | Smart TV - Ridgeway Cottage at Lovelady Shield (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107750000/107745900/107745841/fc95a84a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Family Cottage | 5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets - Ridgeway Cottage at Lovelady Shield (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107750000/107745900/107745841/c2203135.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Ridgeway Cottage at Lovelady Shield (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107750000/107745900/107745841/4ff5a25f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Ridgeway Cottage at Lovelady Shield (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107750000/107745900/107745841/842929b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Ridgeway Cottage at Lovelady Shield (Alston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107750000/107745900/107745841/65e3c5bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Ridgeway Cottage at Lovelady Shield provides everything you need. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 4.8 ### Entire home 5 bedroomsSleeps 203100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Ridgeway Cottage at Lovelady Shield This cottage features free WiFi in public areas. The cottage provides a kitchen with an oven, a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. For a bit of entertainment, a Smart TV comes with digital channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like a washer/dryer and a dining table. Guest accommodations at this cottage offer washers/dryers. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and dishwashers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Smart televisions come with digital channels. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - 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 - 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) ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122790000/122785800/122785772/cc07dcf5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Old Victoria Penrith - 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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, 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; 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 Long Meg and Her Daughters are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at North Pennines and Northumberland National Park. [Visit our Alston travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Alston.dx182433) [View more Cottages in Alston](https://www.expedia.com/Alston-Cottages.d182433-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.81125%2C-2.37984&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KJ4_FFekP8PcxK5HLPcuukiS4Os=) Lovelady Lane, Alston, England, CA9 3LX ### What's nearby - ![A woman crossing a stile on the Pennine Way, English Countryside walk.UK; Shutterstock ID 275558420; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000655548/cf8dcb66-4453-42e4-8081-0dd828736be5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) North Pennines 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![Vindolanda](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088301/d904fae8-2be2-4703-acbd-6be065f4d5d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Vindolanda 32 min drive \- 24.2 miles - ![Hadrian's Wall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634739940138/ec959917-954b-4748-ae16-4be1e3c0904d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hadrian's Wall 38 min drive \- 23.8 miles - ![Ullswater](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11377/3623ba95-4478-4938-a9b5-99f254e16749.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ullswater 49 min drive \- 33.2 miles - Barnard Castle 52 min drive \- 38.4 miles ### Getting around - Lazonby & Kirkoswald Station 23 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) 56 min drive ### Restaurants - The Turks Head Inn 5 min drive - George And Dragon 7 min drive - Miners Arms 5 min drive - Jack's Takeaway 5 min drive - Cumberland Hotel 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ridgeway Cottage at Lovelady Shield pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Ridgeway Cottage at Lovelady Shield? ### What time is check-out at Ridgeway Cottage at Lovelady Shield? ### Where is Ridgeway Cottage at Lovelady Shield located? ## Have a question? 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