Conkers' Cottage

Why you'll love staying here

A well-appointed barn conversion on a working farm on the edge of Wenlock Edge. Ideal for a family or group of friends looking for a peaceful rural break, with woodland walks, thriving market towns, and the historic attractions within easy reach.

The cottage is reached via a long, private drive and has been furnished and decorated to a high standard offering open-plan living, comfortable bedrooms, and a convenient ground floor shower room.

Patio doors lead to an enclosed terrace with wonderful views across the to the Shropshire Hills, a lovely spot for al fresco dining and secure enough that dogs cannot escape.

The farm which has been in the same family for over 50 years grows arable crops and is home to a cattle business specialising in rearing English Longhorns. Some of the land is rented out to a neighbouring farmer so guests may also see sheep grazing in the nearby fields. Two very friendly farm dogs may greet you when you arrive.

There are a wealth of walking and cycling trails in the surrounding area including Wrekin Hill, Long Mynd, and Jack Mytton Way, while nature lovers are well catered for with a variety of reserves and woodland.

Ironbridge Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage site regarded as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution can be reached in around half an hour with a Victorian Town and a collection of museums.

The market town of Church Stretton, known locally as ‘Little Switzerland’ is a 15-minute drive away with a good range of independent shops, pubs, and places to eat. It also has a railway station with services to Shrewsbury (13 mins), Hereford (40 mins), Chester (1 hr, 15 mins), and Cardiff (1 hr, 40 mins).