Find self catering and cottages with a garden in Shropshire

Ladymoor, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, West England

Sleeps 15
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Bridgnorth sleeps 15.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 15

Accommodation overview: This large sandstone 17th-century holiday cottage stands detached on the banks of the River Severn with stunning views of the Severn Valley from both the house and the delightful lawned garden. It is located just 50 yards from Highley station and the Engine House Museum on the Severn Valley Railway, with steam trains running past the rear of the cottage. Journey from Marylebone station and change at Kidderminster to complete the fabulous journey by steam train. It is a perfect location for exploring the beautiful Severn Valley with its many footpaths, bridleways and river walks, with the famous Severn Way passing directly in front of the cottage and a country park just 50 yards away. This famous stretch of Stanley Water on the River Severn is one of the most prolific for barbel fishing in the country, producing barbel to 17lb on the BAA stretch of water outside the cottage. There are also two day ticket stretches at £5 per day, and lots of local carp fishing lakes. Highley 18-hole golf course is just a 5-minute walk and there are five other courses within a 15-minute drive. The West Midlands Safari Park is a 15-minute drive away, and this property makes an excellent base for visiting Bridgnorth, Bewdley, Ludlow, Worcester, Ironbridge, Wenlock Edge and the Long Mynd, all within an hour’s drive. Shop 3/4 mile, pub 500 yards.

Large living room with open fire. Dining room with patio doors. Beamed kitchen with electric range, electric cooker and tiled floor. Conservatory with river views. Separate toilet. Narrow staircase to first floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed, additional single bed (for +1), balcony, river views and en-suite bathroom with corner bath, separate shower cubicle and toilet. Double bedroom with 6ft bed and en-suite shower room with toilet. Three double bedrooms, each with river views. Bathroom with double size bath, separate shower cubicle, bidet and toilet. Separate spiral staircase to first floor: Double bedroom with two additional single beds (for +2), Velux windows and en-suite bathroom with toilet.

The Pitchford Estate - Stockbatch Granary, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, West England

Sleeps 14
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Shrewsbury sleeps 14.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Games Room • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 14

Accommodation overview: Peacefully situated within the extensive grounds of the Pitchford Estate, these two properties offer superb holiday accommodation. Windy Mundy Farm has been converted from an 18th-century threshing barn and deer shelter and is located on an old deer park at the centre of the estate. Built on top of a south-facing hill overlooking Row Brook, and part of a working arable farm, it is surrounded by fields of wheat and barley and has spectacular, far-reaching views towards the Shropshire hills. Enclosed by a long stone wall, the farm has its own courtyard garden with a terrace and barbecue. Stockbatch Granary is reached by a mile-long drive passing through the mixed arable land of Stockbatch Farm, with its fields of corn encircled by woodland. It comprises an 18th-century granary, clapperboard barn, stables and cowsheds, and nestles on a south-facing slope, at the bottom of which a stream wends its way gently along. A courtyard garden enclosed by a red sandstone wall provides a pleasant sitting-out area from which to survey the countryside views.
Within 6 miles of each property is historic Shrewsbury with its fascinating architecture, castle, museums, fine shops and wealth of traditional inns and restaurants. Easily accessible is popular Church Stretton, and Shropshire’s finest town Ludlow, framed by the gentle Clee Hills, with its impressive castle, magnificent church, many half-timbered buildings and Georgian red-brick houses. Bridgnorth has what is reputed to be the steepest cliff railway in Britain and superb cliff-top walks overlooking the River Severn below. From here, during summer, the Severn Valley Railway’s steam train chugs the scenic 16-mile route to Kidderminster. Attingham Park (NT), Benthall Hall (NT), Ironbridge Gorge and the old market town of Much Wenlock (with its medieval priory) are all within easy driving distance. Riding, sailing, fishing, golf, pubs and restaurants locally. Shop 2 miles.

Woodyetts, Ludlow, Shropshire, West England

Sleeps 7
Weekly prices from: £900 to £1299

Self catering accommodation in Ludlow sleeps 7.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 7

Accommodation overview: This timber-framed, detached property, original parts of which date back to the 17th century, is set midway between the market towns of Tenbury Wells and Ludlow. Only a short drive from Ludlow, famous for its culinary delights and award-winning Michelin starred restaurants. Shops and pub 2½ miles.

Living room with multi-fuel burner, flagstone floor and beams. Dining room with wood-burning stove in inglenook fireplace, wooden floor and beams. Kitchen with breakfast area and beams. Sun room. Single bedroom with French doors to patio. Separate toilet. Spiral staircase to lower ground floor: Utility. First floor: Double bedroom with original decorative fireplace and beams. Twin bedroom with beams. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Shower room with toilet. Separate toilet. Second staircase to first floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed and beamed cathedral ceiling.

The Old Chapel, Clee Stanton, Shropshire, West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from: £300 to £599

Self catering accommodation in Clee Stanton sleeps 4.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Golf nearby • Detached • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Situated down a quiet lane, this former old chapel has been sympathetically renovated by the current owners to provide comfortable accommodation close to one of Shropshire’s most popular towns – picturesque, medieval Ludlow. Single-storeyed, it boasts a cosy and welcoming wood-burning stove, and pleasant secluded garden outside where barbecues can be enjoyed. Taking a break from culinary chores, Ludlow offers some of Britain’s finest restaurants to tempt the diner and variety of festivals hosted by the town provides good entertainment. Golf, horse riding, fishing, bird-watching locally, together with some of the best and most varied walking in England. Shops 3 miles.

Living room with wood-burning stove. Fitted kitchen/dining room. One double bedroom. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.

Brewery House, Lorton, Shropshire, West England

Sleeps 7
Weekly prices from: £

Self catering accommodation in Lorton sleeps 7.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Pets allowed • Garden • Sleeps 7

Accommodation overview: Built in the 1830s this unusual property has been converted to the highest standard retaining a wealth of exposed timbers, random stone and slate walls.  Brewery House is situated on the edge of the village of Lorton with a small patio garden with the babbling Boonbeck flowing through making this an ideal spot for relaxing on a summers evening.

Pentre Barns - Ash Barn, Oswestry, Shropshire, West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from: £300 to £599

Self catering accommodation in Oswestry sleeps 4.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Garden • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Oak Barn (ref. RAAC), the middle of a row, and Ash Barn (ref. RAAD), the end of a row, nestle in a very rural, tranquil setting among unspoilt countryside along a private lane. The sympathetically restored barn conversion is located with outstanding views of the Welsh borders. Accessed by a narrow lane, the holiday properties are surrounded by peace, beautiful scenery and miles of paths and bridleways to explore. Nearby is Offa’s Dyke Path and the towns of Oswestry and Shrewsbury are in easy reach by car. There are Wildlife Trust walks, museums, castles and gardens, as well as steam railways to visit. The village of Trefonen is 2 miles away with shop, post office and pub.

Corfton View, Craven Arms, Shropshire, West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Craven Arms sleeps 8.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Fishing nearby • Garden • Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: This is a beautiful example of a half timbered house with open aspect to the rear, overlooking the Shropshire countryside and the spot where Corfton Castle used to stand. The good-sized kitchen area has French windows at the far end of the dining area that go directly out onto a large slabbed patio area, and all bedrooms have their own bathroom. Situated on the Craven Arms to Bridgenorth road, the area is an excellent base from which to enjoy the wonders of Shropshire.
Nearby Tugford has numerous walking and cycling routes, while Church Stretton is within easy driving distance where the beautiful Cardingmill Valley is perfect for a picnic or walking. Shropshire boasts many Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and National Trust properties, as well as the Glider Centre on the delightful Long Mynd. Ludlow, famous for its ‘Michelin-star’ eating houses, quaint cobbled streets and medieval castle, hosts the Ludlow Festival in June and July, and also provides a leisure centre - great for entertaining children. Further places of interest include Bridgnorth, Ironbridge, Blists Hill and the Wenlock Edge. Much Wenlock offers a 12th-century priory and antique market. Younger children can enjoy an indoor play barn just outside Craven Arms or Acton Scott Working Farm Museum. Further afield are Offa’s Dyke, Hay-on-Wye and the Welsh Black Mountains. Fishing, golf and horse riding are popular activities in the area. Shop 4 miles.

Living room with wood-burning stove. Large well-equipped kitchen/dining room with French windows to patio and tiled floor. Utility. Separate toilet. First floor: Two double bedrooms, one with 5ft bed; each with en-suite shower room and toilet. Two twin bedrooms, one with en-suite shower room and toilet. Bathroom with toilet.

The Acton Scott Estate - Henley Cottage, Acton Scott, Shropshire, West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from: £600 to £899

Self catering accommodation in Acton Scott sleeps 5.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Garden • Sleeps 5

Accommodation overview:

The flexible accommodation at Acton Scott can be taken together by larger parties so that 36 people can stay for family gatherings and weddings etc. Thirty minutes’ drive to the north, near Shrewsbury, is Cronkhill Farmhouse, sleeping 14, which is also managed by the Acton Scott estate. See property ref RN5.

Henley Cottage is a 19th- century former farm labourer’s dwelling, sympathetically restored to reinstate its original condition and located in a picturesque estate landscape which has remained unchanged for two centuries.
This humble property, which sleeps up to five, has taken many a star turn on BBC TV, including hit series Victorian Farm and new for 2010, Escape in Time. Holiday visitors now have the opportunity to enjoy its simple and homely atmosphere and the unique opportunity to escape modern day living. Henley Cottage has been much written about and has been tipped by The Sunday Times’ Top 100 Cool Holiday Cottages (2010).
Accommodation: The cottage (one of a pair) has three floors and at its heart is the kitchen/parlour, boasting a cast-iron kitchen range. State-of-the-art in 1888, it is in perfect working order. The simple, airy interiors, lime-washed in pleasing natural colours, are floored with oak or original quarry tiles. The atmospheric lighting is provided by oil lamps and candles and there’s a walk in larder for cool food storage.
Narrow original stairs lead to the first floor and one double bedroom with wrought-iron bedstead heated by a small fireplace, steep open tread stairs lead to the top floor and a twin room with wood-burner and sloping ceiling. A fifth person can sleep on the third bedroom/landing. Beds are equipped with comfortable horsehair mattresses, linen sheets and blankets of pure wool.
There is a fireside tin bath for bathing, while the laundry room includes original copper, mangle and dolly tub with fresh water drawn from a pump. Smoothly-cobbled paths edge the vegetable and herb patch for the use of guests, alongside the outside garden and seating area.
For the faint hearted, the single concession to the 21st century is a modern hot water shower and flush loo contained within an outhouse in the private garden.

Location: You will discover a piece of British history at Acton Scott, for it achieved national fame as the setting for BBC2’s hit TV series Victorian Farm, acknowledging the Acton family’s championing of sustainable practices. It has been followed by another Acton Scott-based BBCTV series Escape in Time, new for 2010 and presented by Ben Fogle.
Guests can enjoy a memorable setting and a multitude of activities on this lovingly preserved estate, including the Historic Working Farm - where the land is worked with heavy horses to preserve a way of life before the age of the tractor. This visitor attraction is a firm favourite with families. There is the handy School House café (open April to October) and lovely guided walks and cycle rides.
The prettiest market towns and traditional country pubs are all close at hand. Including Shrewsbury to the north, on the banks of the River Severn; and Ludlow, to the south, in its medieval castle setting. This is a food paradise with Michelin star restaurants and artisan shops galore. The spectacular Stretton Hills and Welsh Marches offer riding, cycling and walking. Among the many nearby sites are Attingham Park, the famous Ironbridge Gorge and its many museums, the castles of Powis and Stokesay and Wroxeter Roman city. But if you simply cannot tear yourself away from Acton Scott, the finest local produce and home prepared meals can be delivered to your holiday cottage.
Henley Cottage is one of three holiday houses at Acton Scott. The Shooting Lodge, sleeping 8 + 3, reference RNP, and Henley Farmhouse, sleeping 20, reference RJJ3, are likewise finely restored character properties, but offer every modern day convenience. All three properties may be rented together or individually, to accommodate the needs of larger parties.
Nearby and three miles to the east of Shrewsbury, Rupert Acton is also the custodian of Cronkhill Farmhouse on the National Trust’s Attingham Park estate. A spacious 17th century timber framed property with spectacular views towards the River Severn, it sleeps up to 14, see ref RN5.

For more information visit www.actonscott.com