Tranquil Elegant Getaway Near Centre

Entire home in Shropshire, United Kingdom

  1. 4 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 3 beds
  4. 1 bathroom
Rated 4.75 out of 5 stars.40 reviews
Hosted by Clare
  1. 2 years hosting

Listing highlights

1-hour drive to Snowdonia / Eryri National Park

This home is near the national park.

Self check-in

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Walkable area

This area is easy to get around.
We are the place to visit if you are seeking a little peace in life...Shropshire is a truly peaceful place; a place to come to escape and recharge. Alongside the beautiful countryside, we have our stunning county town, Shrewsbury. Cobbled and winding streets, hidden passages, a river looping around us and the beautiful 29 acre Quarry Park at its centre. In amongst this, lovely places to eat and drink; independent shops, and coffee shops. Theatre Severn and the Old Market Hall.

The space
Welcome to No 8, a charming and cosy cottage nestled in the heart of historic Shrewsbury. Perfect for a relaxing getaway, this delightful retreat offers comfort, convenience, and character.

Upon entering No 8, you'll step into the inviting dining room, featuring a log burner, perfect for those cooler evenings. Our kitchen is fully equipped, and designed to meet all your culinary needs. The kitchen opens up to a fully enclosed private garden, a perfect spot to unwind and relax after a day of exploring Shrewsbury.

Our comfortable lounge area seats four and is equipped with a SMART TV, offering all the main streaming channels for your entertainment. Please note that Freeview is not available.

No 8 features steep stairs with a handrail on one side. There is no stair-gate at the top, but a door at the bottom ensures safety for little ones.

Upstairs, you'll find two bedrooms. These are a double bed (the Green Room) and a twin (the Blue Room).

No 8 is in a prime location, overlooking a charming church and just a two-minute walk from the river and theatre. The town centre and Quarry Park are only a five-minute stroll away, making this cottage ideally situated for both relaxation and exploration and is perfect for families, friends or those looking for a more homely stay while working away from home.

Guest access
The stairs are steep as it is an old cottage - please be aware of this. We do not recommend young children, or those who are not able to easily climb stairs, to stay in No 8. There is a hand rail. There is no stair gate. The stairs are immediately off the upstairs landing. There is a door at the bottom.

Other things to note
**Extra Services**

If you would like a late check-out, we’re happy to offer this (this is subject to availability of our cleaning team) for an additional fee of £35, up to 1pm. After 1 pm, we will have to charge a further night's stay.

Travel cot (£20 fee) and high chair (£15 fee) are available for hire on request.

We have a no-party policy and we would ask please respect our neighbours when you are coming and going, this is their home too.

Where you'll sleep

What this place offers

Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free on-street parking
Pets allowed

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4.75 out of 5 stars from 40 reviews

Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 78% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 20% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 3% of reviews
  4. 2 stars, 0% of reviews
  5. 1 stars, 0% of reviews

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Shropshire, England, United Kingdom
Exact location will be provided after booking.

Neighbourhood highlights

Our home is only a 5-minute walk from Shrewsbury Town centre, just off Frankwell roundabout, which has some nice restaurants on it and the Boat House a 5-minute walk with great views over the River Severn and Quarry.

We are also only a 5-minute walk from the Theatre Serven.

Shrewsbury is steeped in history and has over 660 listed buildings from the 16th and 17th centuries. The Quarry Park is a 5-minute walk, which is a beautiful 29-acre parkland providing the perfect place to relax, enjoy walks or have a picnic. At the heart of the Quarry lies the Dingle, a floral masterpiece cultivated by world-renowned gardener Percy Thrower. A 2-minute walk right out of the house will bring you into the town centre with its quaint back streets, independent shops, and a huge abundance of restaurants, bars and cafes to suit all tastes.

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40 reviews
4.75 out of 5 average rating
2 years of hosting
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