The Cider House is a charming holiday cottage located on the Upton Cressett Hall estate in the heart of Shropshire, near Bridgnorth and Much Wenlock. The estate boasts historic buildings, beautiful gardens, and a rich history dating back to the 14th century. The cottage features two bedrooms, making it ideal for a small family or two couples, and offers a warm and characterful atmosphere with oak flooring, beams, and French windows overlooking the estate grounds.
Surrounded by stunning countryside, Upton Cressett is a great base for exploring the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and visiting nearby market towns like Ludlow, Much Wenlock, Bridgnorth, and Shrewsbury. The area is known for its top arts, music, and food festivals, as well as historic attractions such as Ludlow Castle, Ironbridge Gorge, and Buildwas Abbey. Guests can also enjoy walks along Wenlock Edge and the Long Mynd, as well as guided tours of Upton Cressett Hall and its gardens.
The cottage itself offers comfortable and stylish accommodation, with a spacious living room, a well-equipped kitchen, and two beautifully appointed bedrooms, one of which is located on the ground floor for guests with mobility issues. The estate is also home to a Norman church and several Grade I listed buildings, making it a popular filming location for period dramas and BBC productions. Overall, staying at The Cider House provides a unique and memorable experience in the heart of the English countryside.
Nearby attractions include the Severn Valley Steam Railway, Ironbridge World Heritage Site, and the picturesque market towns of Ludlow and Shrewsbury. Bridgnorth, with its High Town and Low Town connected by a cliff railway, offers stunning views of the Severn Valley and a rich history as a former bustling river port. Ludlow, known for its Georgian architecture and Ludlow Castle, is a foodie haven with farmers markets and gourmet delicatessens, while Shrewsbury boasts over 600 listed buildings, including the birthplace of Charles Darwin and the picturesque Quarry Park.
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