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Conkers' Cottage

(Ref. 1051049)

Rushbury near Church Stretton, Shropshire Show on map

4.9

Sykes rating

  • 5 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 3 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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48 Customer Reviews

  • "Excellent facilities."

    Very comfortable stay on a working farm. Great base for exploring the Shropshire Hills. Highly recommend.

    Reviewed by Ian5.0Sep 2024

  • "The cottage was extremely spacious, very clean, very well equipped and in a great location for walking in the Shropshire Hills."

    We would very likely choose this cottage again in the future if visiting Shropshire again.

    Reviewed by Jacqueline5.0Aug 2024

  • "We had a lovely stay, in a wonderfully converted barn, very well furnished."

    The "welcome pack" was very welcome! The only small negative was the amount of flies that we had to contend with, which I suppose is what you'd expect to find on a working farm.

    Reviewed by Lee5.0Aug 2024

  • "Fabulous spacious cottage which had everything we needed."

    Lovely setting, the owners and their children were very welcoming. We had a great holiday and would definately recommend

    Reviewed by Lesley5.0Aug 2024

  • "A comfortable, well equipped cottage in beautiful surroundings."

    We did hit a problem which was resolved immediately. A perfect place to explore the attractions of the area. We enjoyed our stay in this cottage very much and I am looking forward to returning at the end of August/ beginning of September with a friend.

    Reviewed by Barbara5.0May 2024

  • "A well appointed, clean, quiet and comfortable cottage in an idyllic corner of Shropshire"

    Reviewed by John5.0May 2024

  • "Had a very pleasant week."

    The cottage is very nice with comfortable settees/chairs/beds. Wine & cake appreciated. A few more mugs would be useful to make more use of the dishwasher. Great for our dog with walks straight from the cottage. We would definitely visit again.

    Reviewed by Isobel4.7Apr 2024

  • "Fabulous stay."

    Very relaxing and central to many places. Great place to recharge your batteries. Would definitely stay again if in that area. Thank you.

    Reviewed by Debra5.0Apr 2024

  • "Lovely quiet and spacious cottage in peaceful setting but easily accessible to amenities."

    Well furnished and very comfortable beds. Many great walks available from the farm.

    Reviewed by Juliet4.7Apr 2024

  • "Lovely comfy beds and sofa’s all very clean."

    If you have a dog you can only walk up the lane,which is very muddy as there is only a patio.would be lovely in dry weather.Dogs are not allowed upstairs,notice on the door. There is no phone signal but we did manage to catch the owners with a problem and the man was very efficient in dealing with it. Would come back in better weather,only came in February as meeting up with our 2 year old dogs sisters.

    Reviewed by Colin4.7Feb 2024

  • "Beautiful cottage very quiet and relaxing."

    Walks from door and surrounding areas super. Beds very comfortable. The little touches of the play room and toys for toddlers is a lovely touch.Will go back.

    Reviewed by Ann5.0Feb 2024

  • "This was our 2nd visit do that should tell you how much we love staying here."

    Cosy, very well appointed, spacious and spotlessly clean. Beautiful location with fabulous views. The owners are lovely. Highly recommended. We'll be back!

    Reviewed by Julie5.0Jan 2024

  • "This is a beautifully furnished and equipped holiday cottage set in a lovely location."

    As warm and cosy as you want to make it. We arrived in wet weather but when we entered through the boot room, (well we called it that), we were able to hang our wet clothes up to dry. There was even a hose outside so we could wash our muddy boots, and the dog, before we came in. Lovely welcome pack of wine and cake. We really wanted to stay forever!

    Reviewed by Carole5.0Oct 2023

  • "Absolutely stunning cottage in a beautiful location."

    So quiet. Fabulous position for numerous walks either from the door or just a short drive away. We’re hoping to return with our wonderful walking friends in the next year.

    Reviewed by Fiona5.0Sep 2023

  • "We had a great week at Conkers cottage so peaceful and quiet, the cottage was so comfortable we loved it."

    Reviewed by Philip5.0Sep 2023

  • "A beautiful, well appointed and comfortable cottage in a beautiful location, perfect for leisurely walks."

    The beds were very comfortable- we all slept like logs. The welcome wine was a lovely touch. We would definitely return.

    Reviewed by Mandy5.0Aug 2023

  • "A wonderful stay and very comfortable."

    Just a few pointers in relation to minor cleanliness and maintenance issues: Toilet brush/holders could do with replacing; Patio door latches outside missing so nothing to secure them in the breeze; Master bedroom curtain hook missing; Another hairdryer in second bedroom and small mirror on the shelf would be useful. We would certainly stay again

    Dear Michael. We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you for pointing these minor issues out. We were having the patio doors and outside of the cottage repainted to try and keep the cottage up to date and to protect against the weather and did not realise these had been removed (it was very difficult to find a long dry stretch with the patchy weather). As soon as the following guest came to us directly we re-attached them straight away. The same for the curtain hook in the bedroom. We will replace the toilet brush holders and find another mirror for the shelf. If you have any future issues please do come to us straight away and we can sort them out. We hate for you to have had to put up with things that you weren't happy with rather than giving us a chance to sort them out at the time and finding out via feedback here. Best Wishes and hope to see you again. Conkers. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Michael4.4Aug 2023

  • "This is the place to stay for peace and quiet you can only hear the birds sing."

    Well fitted out and comfy,no cost spared here everything is top quality,long walks direct from cottage and a delicious welcome pack.The owners were a pleasure to meet and very helpful pity we couldn't stay longer due to medical conditions,we'll done all round loved it Derek

    Reviewed by Derek5.0Jun 2023

  • "Conker Cottage is situated in a beautiful part of the country and being on a working farm makes it more charming."

    One “small” irritant was the down stairs bathroom , A; The emitting stench . B; size, don’t try to use it if you are over a size “10” So, would we back ? Yes, as soon as the problems with the bathroom is sorted .

    Thank you for your feedback and constructive comments. After having the plumbers in, we have now had the downstairs shower tray (which was deemed to be the main cause of the issue due to a small crack) replaced along with some of the pipe work. This seems to have alleviated the whole issue regarding any smell. We apologise if this impacted your stay with us, as we are very proud of our cottage and our strong record of amazing feedback from all our previous guests. Unfortunately we cannot do anything about the size of the bathroom downstairs due to its location, we have never had any other feedback stating this as an issue. There are also two other en-suite bathrooms within the property. We would love to see you again if you choose to return. All at Conkers Cottage. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Sue4.4Jun 2023

  • "Returned yesterday from a lovely holiday spent at Conkers Cottage."

    The cottage is surrounded by glorious countryside and we were very comfortable and enjoyed the facilities provided by the owners who are lovely people, kind and considerate. On our arrival, we found coffee sachets and biscuits were waiting for us in a little basket along with flapjack and a bottle of wine - a lovely touch and very much appreciated - thank you!

    Reviewed by Gary5.0May 2023

  • "One of the best cottages."

    ..location gorgeous, access good, beautifully equipped and comfortable, spacious and very, very nice.

    Reviewed by Loraine5.0May 2023

  • "Absolutely immaculate holiday cottage."

    Extremely comfortable. Lovely location. Enclosed garden for your dog and a beautiful walk straight from the door. Highly recommended.

    Reviewed by Julie5.0Feb 2023

  • "Peace and quiet of the countryside with gorgeous starry sky on a clear night, Comfortable Large open living and kitchen area, lovely large bedrooms upstairs with en-suite to master bedroom and bathroom with lovely deep bath to side of second bedroom."

    My partner forgot some items which were sent back super fast. Lovely country retreat. Thank you to the owners for a great escape.

    Reviewed by David5.0Feb 2023

  • "The cottage was lovely, it had everything we needed and was set in beautiful, peaceful surroundings where we could walk the dog away from traffic."

    We certainly hope to go back.

    Reviewed by Abigail5.0Nov 2022

  • "We love this cottage."

    It's warm, cosy and quite luxurious. It is maintained to a high standard, has beautiful bed linen and towels, is spotlessly clean, and welcomes you with cake, biscuits and wine. Lovely location and convenient for Church Stretton's amenities and pubs. It's our second stay here and we will definitely book again. Brilliant - it's fve stars from us.

    Reviewed by Elaine5.0Oct 2022

  • "Conkers Cottage is superb in every category."

    The bonus is the truly magical location !!!!! A credit to the owners.

    Reviewed by Ron5.0Oct 2022

  • "It was wonderful staying at Conkers Cottage."

    It was very spacious and extremely comfortable. It had a well equipped kitchen and huge very comfy beds. We really enjoyed our stay. The only thing i could say to improve it is maybe a second banister on the other side of the stairs. Thats all. Otherwise accomodation was perfect and the owners very friendly and helpful .

    Reviewed by Stephen5.0Sep 2022

  • "The cottage was beautifully appointed and exceptionally clean."

    Reviewed by Ed4.7May 2022

  • "High quality accommodation in a beautiful setting."

    The owners were very friendly and helpful, but not intrusive in any way. It is rural, but that was perfect for us, the odd hare and deer made it even more special.

    Reviewed by David5.0Apr 2022

  • "A well presented spacious cottage in a quiet prime location with lovely views and walks from the cottage would thoroughly recommend."

    Reviewed by Sue5.0Apr 2022

  • "Lovely cottage in beautiful location."

    Friendly and welcoming hosts. Warm and comfortable to come back to after a day out.

    Reviewed by Joan5.0Mar 2022

  • "Beautiful cottage in the most idyllic location."

    Perfectly placed for a short lazy break or to drive short distances to lovely places. Accomadation was immaculate and comfortable.

    Reviewed by Kevin5.0Mar 2022

  • "Beautifully situated and well designed property which was VERY clean."

    Friendly owners. We liked the hooting owls and lack of train or motorway noise!

    Reviewed by Monica5.0Feb 2022

  • "Great cottage, lovely rural location, clean and well equipped, although no touch, which would have been handy given the location and with the storms we had ."

    The bed in the master bedroom was perfect, despite the bad weather we had great nights sleep. The dog liked the safe, enclosed front area. The cake was most welcome. Lots of places to visit within driving distance. The kings arms and bucks head pubs served lovely food and dog friendly, and located at Church stretton.

    Reviewed by Ian5.0Feb 2022

  • "Conkers cottage was beautifully presented and very comfortable, surrounded by wonderful countryside."

    One of the best cottages we have ever stayed in.

    Reviewed by Alan5.0Feb 2022

  • "Conkers' Cottage was spotlessly clean, warm, well-equipped and comfortable; in a lovely setting overlooking the valley with the hills around."

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and were sad to leave!

    Reviewed by Anne5.0Dec 2021

  • "Beautiful cottage, clean, comfortable, lovely location."

    All mod cons. Good location for Victorian town/farm, Church Stretton, where there are good pubs and nice individual shops. We loved it here and would definitely stay again and would highly recommend it. Very generous welcome pack. Thank you for a lovely stay! Very happy with our choice.

    Reviewed by Elaine5.0Dec 2021

  • "We were made very welcome by the owners on the farm."

    The cottage was very dog friendly with boot and drying area. Also superb walks from the door

    Reviewed by Sylvia5.0Nov 2021

  • "Wonderful stay in beautiful Shropshire."

    Cottage had everything we needed and was ideally located. Brilliant stay for four people and a child (we did not need the child facilities but they were excellent. Would recommend and may come again when visiting Shropshire. The only minor issue we had was there were quite a lot of flies around, but I guess that's what you get on a farm.

    Reviewed by Paul5.0Oct 2021

  • "Beautiful design of the cottage, more than exceeded our expectations, in fact probably the best ever."

    Quiet and peaceful location, with lovely views across the valley.

    Reviewed by Stephen5.0Oct 2021

  • "Conkers’ Cottage is simply perfect: spacious, comfortable, clean and beautifully decorated."

    It is located in a quiet, rural area, but still very close to all the main walks in Shropshire Hills. Church Stretton with it’s shops and cafes is only 10 minutes drive away. We felt very welcome there and would definitely recommend it. Many thanks

    Reviewed by Malgorzata5.0Aug 2021

  • "The space available in this cottage"

    Reviewed by Geoffrey5.0Jul 2021

  • "Remote area compensated by accommodation facilities, picturesque setting and friendly hosts."

    Would definitely recommend and hope to return.

    Reviewed by Janice5.0Jun 2021

  • "Really lovely cottage in beautiful quiet location."

    Very friendly and welcoming owners next door.

    Reviewed by Susan5.0May 2021

  • "The cottage was very comfortable, everything as described, and close to some very beautiful Shropshire walks."

    Reviewed by Marion5.0Apr 2021

  • "Could not recommend this property enough."

    wonderful hosts, immaculate clean and cosy with high standard facilities. In a beautiful part of the world

    Reviewed by Maria5.0Dec 2020

  • "The cottage was beautiful."

    The owners were very helpful and generous with their time. The laminated walks in the area were brilliant. We hope to come back soon.

    Reviewed by Sara5.0Oct 2020

  • "A very comfortable, well equipped and spacious cottage surrounded by beautiful countryside in a secluded location with some nice walks from the door."

    Reviewed by Matthew5.0Oct 2020

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Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x family room with super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request) and a single with attached playroom
  • Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Ground-floor walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric log-effect fire
  • Electric heating and electric log-effect fire
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV, selection of toys, and WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair and stairgate
  • Off-road parking for two cars
  • Enclosed patio with seating
  • One well-behaved dog welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 3.5 miles, pub 2.3 miles
  • Note: This property is located on the owner's farm
  • Note: From the 2nd April 2021 we will only be accepting bookings with a changeover day on a Friday or Tuesday.

The property

Church Stretton 6.4 miles.

Conkers' Cottage is a delightful converted barn nestled on the corner of Wenlock Edge, with exceptional, unspoilt views of the surrounding Shropshire Hills and in close distance to the attractive market town of Church Stretton.

At the end of a private drive lined with Chestnut trees, this detached cottage is found on the owner's grounds, close to their farm, decorated to a high standard and ideal for family retreats all year round!

Step inside to this wonderful dwelling, featuring classic wood floors and traditional oak doors, the ground floor comprises a contemporary shower room and open-plan living area with access to a private patio.

Settle in on a frosty evening in front of the toasty electric log-effect fire, covering yourself with a blanket as you snuggle down for a film night with your loved ones.

All meals can be prepared in the well-equipped kitchen, done to a high standard and fitted with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and a dishwasher, before taking your plates over for a delicious home-cooked meal on the intimate dining table, a perfect spot to enjoy the company of your guests and catch-up after a fun day.

Patio doors take you out to your very own enclosed patio, boasting breath-taking views of the encompassing countryside, here you can sip on a cold glass of wine as you dine alfresco on the outdoor seating.

When you're ready to call it a night, withdraw upstairs to one of the stunning bedrooms, both with character features including sloped ceilings, airy Velux windows, original beams and zip/link beds which can be fitted to your specification on request, the master super-king-size benefits from its own en-suite shower room and hosts a pretty armchair next to a large window with the chance for deer spotting, whilst the family room boasts another super-king-size and a single bed with a hidden toy area for younger guests.

Soak in an evening bubble bath in the family bathroom, letting your muscles relax after a day of walking, or choose a quick rinse with the hand-held shower.

Take a long and peaceful morning stroll around the surrounding area of Rushbury's gorgeous countryside, breathing in the fresh country air as you roam around the lush fields with views of the rolling hills and sights of local wildlife; With direct access onto the popular Jack Mytton Way, taking in parts of Wenlock Edge, Conkers' Cottage makes the perfect location for walkers.

A short drive will bring you over to the bustling market town of Church Stretton, often referred to as 'Little Switzerland', a lovely hub where you can purchase all the essentials needed for your self-catered stay in one of the many independent shops, before exploring a fabulous selection of tearooms, pubs, and restaurants.

Here, you can begin a rambling adventure at the foot of Long Mynd, a starting point for an array of walking trails and cycling routes towards the exquisite Shropshire Hills AONB and through the amazing Carding Mill Valley.

Soak up history and discover ancient stories at the Victorian farm of Acton Scott Historic Working Farm, journey over to Horsehay for a fascinating ride on the Telford Steam Railway, or visit Blists Hill, an activity-filled Victorian town, perfect for families of all ages.

Just a twenty minute drive away is the popular town of Ludlow offering a variety of shops and eateries, whilst Shrewsbury is easily accessible, another bustling market town where you can wander around the National Trust owned Attingham Park Estate, find the grand Shrewsbury Castle, or spend a day unwinding at The Quarry riverfront park.

Conkers' Cottage is a fabulous holiday getaway spot for you and your family to enjoy the delights of Shropshire.

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About the location

CHURCH STRETTON

Ludlow 15 miles; Shrewsbury 15 miles.

The pretty market town of Church Stretton lies in the heart of south Shropshire. It sits amidst striking scenery and has often been described as "Little Switzerland". The town is the main centre for Shropshire’s hill country and home to a variety of tea rooms, pubs and specialist shops. Other local attractions include walks on the Long Mynd, the Acton Scott Historic Working Farm and Stokesay Castle. The historic towns of Shrewsbury, Ludlow, Ironbridge, Much Wenlock and Bishops Castle are only a short journey away, making Church Stretton an excellent base for your Shropshire escape.

Note: From the 2nd April 2021 we will only be accepting bookings with a changeover day on a Friday or Tuesday.

Note: The check in time for this property is 16:00 and the check out is 09:30.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas