The Shooting Folly

sleeps 2 2
1 bedrooms 1
1 bathrooms 1
no dogs allowed
 adults only
5 star5 star5 star5 star5 star
Rural

Unusual with woodburner, Rural

Without any doubt, The Shooting Folly is as unique holiday home that we have ever come across. Standing all on its own, surrounded by glorious Shropshire farmland and with long views over fields and woods, it is an unbelievably romantic bolt hole in some of the most attractive countryside in England. It’s history dates back to the 19th Century, once believed to be an old shooting lodge, the building is wonderfully quirky with a crenelated mock church tower at one end, a stepped gable at the other and in between a simple, timber thatched cottage! In recent years the folly has been transformed (from a ruin) by its current owners back to its former glory using high quality materials, to create a very homely and unique ‘hideaway’ filled with period features and all mod cons you’d expect from a high quality home, including a super Cedar Hot Tub. In our opinion, the Folly is just as perfect for honeymooners as it is for walkers, in fact anyone seeking peace and tranquillity in a remote rural environment. There is little not to love in this gem, not least that there are two pubs within a few miles too! The gorgeous village of Cheswardine is relatively untouched and is a typical Shropshire village. There are two pubs in the village, The Fox & Hounds and The Wharf Tavern which sits right on the canal. For walkers (and the non-walkers too!) there is a network of public footpaths all round from your front door. The Shooting Folly is a brilliant getaway for couples that are looking for a honeymoon destination, or just a space to get away from everyday life.

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Contact: Sykes Cottages
01244 500 540

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Leisure facilities & entertainment:

outdoor hot tub tv / dvd

Accommodation layout and features:

Kitchen:
microwave dishwasher freezer Dining Table seats 2
Bathroom:
shower  towels

More about the property:

Central heating Wood stove parking enclosed garden patio

Best suited for:

couples

Family friendly features:

Adults onlyCotHigh Chair

Dog friendly features:

no dogs

Accessibility features:

Location:

Cheswardine, Shropshire
Nearest city: Shrewsbury 22 mile(s)

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Description

The Shooting Folly is as unique a holiday home that we have ever come across. Standing in the middle of the Shropshire farmland and with views over fields over fields and woods, it is romantic as the setting. Dating back to the 19th Century, once believed to be an old shooting lodge, the building retains features such as crenelated mock church tower at one end, a stepped gable at the other, and a timber thatched cottage in between. To create a very homely hideaway, the house contains many mod cons, including a Cedar Hot Tub. Please note Charcoal BBQ available - only charcoal to be used due to Cottage being Thatched. The only bedroom features a double bed with views across the countryside, with a separate WC, and the kitchen is smart and made of solid oak with a granite work surface; it's well equipped with electric hob, oven and microwave. Guests will be sure to enjoy their time at The Shooting Folly. Sorry infants only, no children

Please note Charcoal BBQ available - only charcoal to be used due to Cottage being Thatched.

The Shooting Folly is on the edge of a small village, but a few miles from the totally gorgeous village of Cheswardine, which is relatively untouched and a typical Shropshire village. There are two pubs nearby, both recommended by the owners The Fox & Hounds is two miles away and The Wharf Tavern sits right on the canal.

One bedroom: 1 x double, also access to a dressing room. 1 x ground floor bathroom with shower, basin and WC, 1 x first floor WC and basin. Kitchen with dining area. Living room with woodburner.

Things to do nearby:

Local Pub Walking

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More about luxury holidays in Shropshire

Shropshire is probably one of England’s more quiet counties but don’t let that fool you. Found in the west of England, bordering Wales, Shropshire boasts over 90 places of interest to visit as well as traditional market towns, outstanding countryside and a tranquil environment. Visit historic houses, awesome castles with beautiful gardens, the famous Ironbridge or one of the many family attractions and enjoy many great days out on your Luxury break to Shropshire. Shrewsbury is also a fantastic place to visit, the birthplace of Charles Darwin and surrounded by the River Severn, Shrewsbury is home to a collection of delightful medieval black and white buildings that retain a wonderful history. If you’re looking to revitalise and take in some fresh air then you can always get out in the Shropshire hills, by the Meres or Mosses or take a stroll beside the Shropshire Union or Llangollen canal. Take your family pet along for the fun and discover a Luxury pet-friendly cottage.

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