Lower Farm Cottage, Shrewsbury

Shelve, Shropshire, England

A lovely duck-egg blue, the cottage hunkers down on a smallholding in the village of Shelve, deep in the Shropshire Hills. Most striking are the views, to be relished at leisure from little seating areas on the farm’s four acres - shared by a friendly horse and a dozen sheep. Jane’s house dates from the 17th century; the slightly younger guest cottage, restored using sustainable materials and traditional building techniques, was the cow byre. You enter a surprisingly large living room, with the kitchen by the door (neatly fitted, well supplied), the sitting area at the opposite end and a dining table between the two. It’s a light and generous space, the beamed ceiling being loftier than the low profile of the exterior would lead you to believe. There are soft lemon walls, pretty stripped pine, cream sofas on a rosy rug, a log-burner for winter, and a big window overlooking the courtyard. The bedroom, not huge, is comfortable, and has views of the hills; the bathroom is sparkling white with thick towels on hot rails. Jane is friendly and welcoming and offers you produce from her vegetable plot in season, as well as games, DVDs and local info, stored away in the utility room just across the courtyard.

Details for Lower Farm Cottage

Contact Jane Traies tel: 01743 891117 Send E-mail Enquiry Visit Web Site sleeps: 2-4 per unit (6 in total). rooms: The Cottage (sleeps 4): 1 double, sofabed. The Studio (sleeps 2): 1 double, shower room. price: (per unit) £275 – £350. short breaks by arrangement closed: Rarely. changeover: Saturday / flexible

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Checklist Dishwasher Electricity included Washing machine Short breaks possible Television Iron & ironing board Microwave oven

Owner's Highlights Lower farm is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Wonderful walking - from the door or a short drive away Visit nearby historic market towns like Shrewsbury, Ludlow, Church Stretton A short distance from the Ironbridge Gorge and Coalbrookdale, birthplace of the industrial revolution both Mary webb and Malcolm Saville set their novels in this area Horse-riding, hang-gliding and golf in easy reach These highlights are written by the owner and are not endorsed by ASP. If you have questions about them, please contact the owner.