Dog-friendly Shropshire

A beautiful, detached holiday property in an elevated setting overlooking the countryside, occupying a quiet position within the peaceful village of Trefonen. This stone-built cottage, featuring a welcoming wood burner and an enclosed garden, provides ideal accommodation for families. The village is on the Offa’s Dyke trail and is a mere 3 miles from the market town of Oswestry. Mid and North Wales, Shropshire and Cheshire are easily accessible. Horse riding and golf can be found locally. Shop and pub 500 yards.

Conveniently appointed in the small rural hamlet of Chapel Lawn, between Clun and Bucknell, this fine example of a detached barn conversion has been lovingly restored to retain many original features. The holiday property has an open plan living space where visitors can enjoy a south facing patio area, ideal for barbecues in the summer and a large lawned garden. The pub/restaurant is well known locally for serving great food and beer, and local visitor attractions include Clun Castle, Ludlow medieval town, home to many festivals, period shops and fine eateries. Shop 4 mile, pub and restaurant 3 ½ miles.

This detached holiday property is set in the Teme Valley, amongst stunning countryside on the Wales/Shropshire border. The area is a walker’s haven as it is close to Offa’s Dyke, Glyndwr’s Way, the Mortimer Trail and the Shropshire Hills, Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The owners have devised a number of local walks that can be achieved from the front door. Knighton, 3 miles, offers independent shops, pubs, restaurants and the Offa’s Dyke Centre. Castles in the area include Ludlow, Powys and Clun. Llandrindod Wells, Builth Wells, the Royal Welsh Showground, and the market towns of Newtown and Welshpool are within easy reach. Shop and restaurant 3 miles, pub ½ mile.

A well positioned stone holiday cottage at a midway point on the Powys/Shropshire border between the popular towns of Clun, famous for its castle, and Knighton, a town on the Offa’s Dyke path with its pretty timber framed buildings many dating back to the 17th century, its narrow sharply climbing streets lined with antique shops and a good selection of coffee houses and traditional inns, plus of course its strong connection to Owain Glendwr. Visitors can easily enjoy trips to nearby Ludlow with its castle, racecourse and numerous festivals. Enjoy a trip to Bishop’s Castle with its market town and home brewers, Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Carding Mill Valley, Ironbridge, Bridgenorth, Attingham Park (NT) and Shewsbury. Other places of interest include Presteigne, home to the Judges Lodging, Churchstoke Country park, Powys Castle (NT) and Llanfair Light Railway. Shops and pub 2miles.

This detached holiday property that stands alone in large gardens - there is a fabulous view of Wenlock Edge, an area of Shropshire that is well known by walkers. The Wenlock Edge links Much Wenlock with Church Stretton, the only market town in this AONB. You’ll find many attractions around these areas where the surrounding villages form an excellent base for the country lover or sportsman alike, in all seasons. Cross-country routes are well marked for hikers, horse riders and mountain bikers. Shops 4 miles, pub 3 miles, restaurant 1½ miles.

A detached barn conversion within the owners’ grounds, in an elevated position overlooking the Tanat Valley and with a south facing patio and large grounds, the property is within ½ mile of the village of Treflach. The accommodation has been thoughtfully laid out, and visitors to the area will have easy access to Shropshire, Cheshire and Mid and North Wales. Offa’s Dyke National Trail runs within ½ mile of the property. Llanrhaedr waterfall, Powys Castle, Chirk Castle, Erddig, water sports at Bala, Lake Vyrnwy and Snowdon are all an easy drive. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Built in the 1850s, this semi-detached holiday cottage has been upgraded and is located on the outskirts of Minsterley with its own gardens and countryside views. Walking, fishing, horse riding and a number of NT properties are all available locally, and a short drive will take you into local towns such as Shrewsbury, Church Stretton, Ludlow, Ironbridge and Bridgnorth, and in less than 15 miles you can cross over the border into mid Wales. Shop and pub 500 yards, pub serving food 2 miles.

These well-appointed properties are situated in a quiet hamlet, midway between Bridgnorth and Ludlow, two of Shropshire’s most well-known and loved historic towns. They are well positioned to take advantage of the views across the open countryside. The Annexe (ref 29626), is semi-detached and stands 20 yards from The Barn (ref W44249), which is a detached barn conversion, and both properties have private hot tubs. The interior of The Barn has been thoughtfully designed with beautiful stone floors and a cosy woodburner. Set in a convenient location, they are within walking distance of the locally run pub, and a short drive away from the visitor attractions of Ludlow with its castle and racecourse, Bridgnorth, Ironbridge and Much Wenlock. Also worth visiting are the River Severn, famous for its tidal bore, the River Teme and the Severn Valley Railway. Other local attractions include Rays Farm, the inland funicular railway and Daniels Mill. This is an ideal touring base for people wishing to explore Shropshire and Herefordshire, as well as the mid Wales borderlands. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant 300 yards.

Surrounded by the stunning countryside in the Clun Valley, this pleasant annexe is the perfect spot for a couple looking to escape the hustle and bustle. By the front door is a patio with table and chairs, to help you make the most of the surroundings. After a day of exploring the area, enjoy uninterrupted stargazing at the spectacular dark skies. The annexe feels contemporary and spacious with an open plan living and dining area on the first floor, flooded with natural light. The wood burner adds a warm touch, to snuggle up and enjoy a film on the TV in the evening. The well-equipped kitchen on the ground floor has everything you’ll need to whip up anything from quick breakfasts to hearty post-hike dinners. The kitchen has an emergency door leading into the owners garden.
The bedroom area is on the top floor, where you’ll find a kingsize bed and an additional day bed, creating a cosy reading nook in front of the window or is a nice option for accommodating a child or third guest. The outside space is perfect for bringing along your furry friends, with lots of areas for them to roam, the owners have spent time on their garden and have created a beautiful wildflower garden to enjoy at certain times of the year.
Exploring the rural countryside and nearby areas like Ludlow, Bishops Castle, and Knighton sounds like a perfect way to spend your time whilst staying at the Dingle Cottage. The historic town of Clun is full of curious buildings, a museum, shops, cafés and a castle, as well as the ancient Packhorse Bridge. There’s a calendar of events going on throughout the year, from carnivals to food and drink festivals in Clun and the surrounding areas. An ideal base to explore this beautiful Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, wildlife enthusiasts, cyclists and keen walkers alike can enjoy paths from the annexe, such as the Shropshire Way, the Jack Mytton Way, and Offa’s Dyke which offer miles of scenic walks. There is lots to see and do in the area such as hang gliding on the Long Mynd, foodie events in the town of Ludlow, the multitude of museums at Ironbridge Gorge or the majestic Stokesay Castle, to name but a few.