With no neutral the neon could be wired across the common and switched live. Although the neon would be on when the lofts lights off it would still be a reminder.
Look in RS/Farnell/Maplin/Rapid Electronics/Wherever for a small 230V panel indicator. Fit it to a blanking plate fixed to the ceiling and wire it in parallel with the loft light.
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