Shropshire self catering cottage
| country: | England |
| location: | 7 miles west of Clun, South ShropshireSee map here |
| price: | From £200 - £390 per cottage per week (sleeps 4), depending on time of year. Caravan available to rent from £220 - £275 per week (sleeps 6) |
| vouchers: | Gift vouchers can be used with this holiday |
description
A family friendly Shropshire self-catering cottage & caravan in dramatic countryside within the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The Shropshire self catering cottage has been restored using traditional materials including local alder and ash wood flooring, the reuse of original flagstones and sheep’s wool loft insulation. It is fuelled by renewable energy sources including a wind turbine, solar hot water panels and a wood burner. It consists of a kitchen, lounge/dining room, bathroom with shower, double bedroom and twin bedroom.
The Shropshire self catering cottage is equipped with energy efficient appliances and lighting and furniture is ‘recycled’ where possible. Both recycling facilities and a compost bin are provided for materials and household waste. Water butts allow the reuse of rainwater for washing dirty footwear or watering the adjacent garden.
Rhos Fiddle, an area of upland moorland, which is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), is half a mile from the farm and offers an abundance of wildlife. The well-known long distance path of Offa’s Dyke is only 3 miles away, with enjoyable walking areas such as the Stiperstones and the Longmynd a bit further a field. We provide an extensive selection of maps and walking guides for guests to plan their trips.
The Shropshire self catering cottage has been restored using traditional materials including local alder and ash wood flooring, the reuse of original flagstones and sheep’s wool loft insulation. It is fuelled by renewable energy sources including a wind turbine, solar hot water panels and a wood burner. It consists of a kitchen, lounge/dining room, bathroom with shower, double bedroom and twin bedroom.
The Shropshire self catering cottage is equipped with energy efficient appliances and lighting and furniture is ‘recycled’ where possible. Both recycling facilities and a compost bin are provided for materials and household waste. Water butts allow the reuse of rainwater for washing dirty footwear or watering the adjacent garden.
activities at Shropshire self catering cottage
The immediate surroundings of the farm and countryside further a field offer many opportunities to explore Shropshire. A network of narrow lanes, perfect for both walking and cycling, surround the self catering cottage. Rhos Fiddle, an area of upland moorland, which is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), is half a mile from the farm and offers an abundance of wildlife. The well-known long distance path of Offa’s Dyke is only 3 miles away, with enjoyable walking areas such as the Stiperstones and the Longmynd a bit further a field. We provide an extensive selection of maps and walking guides for guests to plan their trips.
rooms, food and facilities
Cottage (sleeps 4): The cottage has kitchen, lounge/dining room, double bedroom, twin bedroom & bathroom with shower. There is a separate store/recycling/drying building. Appliances include gas cooker, fridge, iron and ironing board, solar/wind-up radio, wind-up torch, selection of books and magazines, washing line and there is a large enclosed garden. Electricity, blankets and bed linen included in tariff. Environmentally friendly cleaning products and toiletries are provided.
Holiday caravan (sleeps 6): Enjoy peace and quiet in our new static caravan which offers spectacular views of the surrounding Shropshire countryside. The caravan comprises a kitchen/diner/lounge with gas fire, colour TV/video, microwave, fridge and gas cooker, shower room, double bedroom with electric fire, twin bedroom and double sofa bed in lounge. A well maintained garden with a seating area surrounds the caravan and guests are also welcome to explore the farm.
All prices are inclusive of gas, electricity and bed linen (i.e. beds made up for your arrival). Bookings are from Saturday to Saturday. Also, short breaks when available.
Family friendly: At our Shropshire self catering cottage, all guests are encouraged to explore the organic farm and we are more than willing to explain any elements of organic farming to them. Leaflets are available in the cottage describing suitable walks around the farm. Guests are also able to watch seasonal events e.g. lambing, harvesting of crops. We have a selection of toys and games for families. Acres of farmland for children to run around in and enjoy. A highchair, travel cot and baby bath are available on request, and babysitting is available.
By rail: The nearest train station is Craven Arms (22 miles)
Holiday caravan (sleeps 6): Enjoy peace and quiet in our new static caravan which offers spectacular views of the surrounding Shropshire countryside. The caravan comprises a kitchen/diner/lounge with gas fire, colour TV/video, microwave, fridge and gas cooker, shower room, double bedroom with electric fire, twin bedroom and double sofa bed in lounge. A well maintained garden with a seating area surrounds the caravan and guests are also welcome to explore the farm.All prices are inclusive of gas, electricity and bed linen (i.e. beds made up for your arrival). Bookings are from Saturday to Saturday. Also, short breaks when available.
Family friendly: At our Shropshire self catering cottage, all guests are encouraged to explore the organic farm and we are more than willing to explain any elements of organic farming to them. Leaflets are available in the cottage describing suitable walks around the farm. Guests are also able to watch seasonal events e.g. lambing, harvesting of crops. We have a selection of toys and games for families. Acres of farmland for children to run around in and enjoy. A highchair, travel cot and baby bath are available on request, and babysitting is available. how to find the Shropshire self catering cottage
By road: We are 26 miles from Ludlow and 7 miles west of Clun, off the B4368. By rail: The nearest train station is Craven Arms (22 miles)
how this holiday makes a difference
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We are committed to educating the public regarding the benefits of local, organically produced food. We do this through the direct selling of a range of home produced vegetables at farmers markets whilst our beef and lamb is sold through a local Shropshire co-operative. Guests are able to harvest organic vegetables from the adjacent garden.
We actively promote local attractions for guests to visit that support local jobs and maintain the social elements of the local community. At the Shropshire self catering cottage, we provide compost bins for all household and garden waste and the use of water butts for washing dirty wellies and watering the garden! Sustainable, eco friendly literature is available for perusal along with a range of board games and a solar powered, wind-up radio. Sorry, there is no television! The Shropshire self catering cottage has been restored using only local labour and craftsmen and traditional materials to include re-use of the original flagstones, local ash and alder wood flooring, the roof insulated with sheep’s wool and walls finished with lime plastering. It is fuelled using renewable energy sources including a wind turbine to provide electricity, solar hot water panels and a wood burner to heat the cottage.  Our environmental ethics are followed on a farm scale. We are situated within an Environmentally Sensitive Area of Shropshire, a scheme that we have been actively involved in for 15 years. It ensures that the precious habitats on the farm are protected and maintained through measures such as reduced stocking rates to allow plants to flower and hedgerow restoration to ensure their place in the local landscape for future generations. We use traditional breeds of livestock, including Highland and Hereford cattle and Hebridean sheep to graze the range of semi-natural habitats on our farm. These breeds are well suited to the land. |
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