THE OLD SCHOOLHOUSE AND COTTAGE, Family Friendly In Bishop's Castle

Bishops Castle, Shropshire

Located in the heart of England in Bishops Castle, Shropshire, this accommodation known as The Old Schoolhouse and Surgery can sleep up to 17 people in a total of nine bedrooms. The larger property, The Old Schoolhouse, spread over three floors, can accommodate 14 people in seven bedrooms with four bath/shower rooms and two cloakrooms. It features a kitchen, dining room with an open fire, sitting room with a woodburner, and a walled garden with a summerhouse, furniture, and a 9-seater hot tub. The smaller property, The Surgery, located on the ground floor, offers two bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen with dining area, and a sitting room with a private garden area. Both properties share access to a tennis court and have parking for ten cars.

The Old Schoolhouse is equipped with amenities such as oil central heating, an open fire, a four-oven electric range cooker, two fridges, two dishwashers, TVs, DVD players, WiFi, and more. Bed linen and towels are included, along with four travel cots and highchairs upon request. The Cottage, part of The Surgery, includes an electric oven and hob, a fridge, a washing machine, TV with Freeview, and WiFi. Fuel and power are included in the rent, and there is a shared lawned garden with a patio, a summerhouse, and a vegetable garden for guests to use. The area is perfect for a family getaway, with shops, pubs, and restaurants within walking distance.

Bishop's Castle, a charming market town in the South West Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offers a weekly market and a variety of shops, pubs, and eateries. Known for its annual Real Ale Festival and regular fairs, the town is a popular destination for visitors. The region of Shropshire, described by A E Houseman as “the quietest place under the sun,” is known for its peaceful and rural landscapes. Visitors can enjoy cultural attractions like the Land of the Lost Content Museum and Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, as well as outdoor activities such as cycling, hiking, and fishing in the area.

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