The Coach House is a charming 18th-century semi-detached Grade II listed barn conversion located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, in the heart of England. The cottage sleeps 5 people in 2 bedrooms and is near the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is part of a smallholding with sheep, chickens, and an organic kitchen garden where guests can purchase eggs and seasonal vegetables. The property features a fitted kitchen with a dining area, a sitting room with a wood burner, and a fenced garden for relaxing and dining. Guests can also enjoy amenities such as a year-round hard tennis court and coarse fishing on a 1-acre pond.
The region of Shropshire is known for its rural beauty and tranquility, with A E Houseman describing it as "the quietest place under the sun." Great Lyth, where the cottage is located, is a picturesque hamlet in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, close to the stunning Shropshire hills and offering opportunities for walking, cycling, horse riding, and scenic drives. The medieval town of Shrewsbury is just five miles away, with its timber-framed black and white buildings, shops, restaurants, pubs, riverside walks, boat trips, and historic sites like Shrewsbury Abbey and Castle. Nearby attractions include the Ironbridge World Heritage Centre, Attingham Park, Stokesay Castle, Wroxeter Roman City, and Church Stretton.
The Coach House offers amenities such as oil central heating, a wood burner, a well-equipped kitchen, flat-screen TVs, WiFi, and a pretty garden with patio, furniture, and BBQ. Guests have access to off-road parking, a shared picnic table by the lake, and must supervise children near the unfenced pond. The cottage is a peaceful retreat for exploring the surrounding countryside, historical attractions, and activities like horse riding and cycling. With its cozy atmosphere and convenient location, The Coach House is an ideal base for a relaxing getaway in the heart of England.
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