Guests say
The Oaks in All Stretton receives glowing praise for its stunning location, spacious and well-equipped interiors, and beautiful views. Guests consistently highlight the property’s suitability for family gatherings and group stays, with ample space, a well-maintained garden, and direct access to scenic walks. Cleanliness and presentation are frequently commended, as are the thoughtful touches such as welcome hampers. While a few guests mention minor maintenance issues and some uncomfortable beds, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, making it a highly recommended choice for a countryside retreat.
Multiple reviews describe the property as spotless, immaculate, and very clean, with fresh linen and towels. Only rare minor issues are mentioned, indicating consistently high standards.
The location is universally praised for its breathtaking views, tranquillity, and immediate access to walking routes. Guests repeatedly mention the beautiful countryside and proximity to local amenities.
Guests find the house spacious, warm, and comfortable, with cosy communal areas and quality bedding. However, several reviews note that some beds could be more comfortable, which slightly lowers the score.
The property is described as very well equipped, with a well-stocked kitchen, multiple bathrooms, and thoughtful amenities. A few guests mention occasional maintenance issues (e.g., showers, dishwasher), but these are exceptions.
Many guests appreciated welcome hampers, toiletries, and other thoughtful touches. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed and may vary between stays.
About this property
This substantial, detached house in the South Shropshire hills, situated on the side of the Long Mynd, enjoying stunning views. The property offers spacious and light accommodation within five bedrooms with four bath/shower rooms and gardens of approximately two acres.
The Oaks is a substantial, detached country holiday house in a tranquil position in the South Shropshire hills, one of the UK's designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Situated on the side of the Long Mynd, this luxury self catering rental enjoys stunning views over the surrounding hills.
The Oaks has been refurbished to a high standard and offers contemporary, spacious and light accommodation. The garden is approximately two acres and is surrounded by post and rail fencing and hedges. Two large, sunny stone patios with teak furniture face west and south with delightful views over Shropshire's Caradoc and Lawley Hills.
Additional Information:
Two well-behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge), however we do ask that your dogs are restricted to the main hallway, utility room, kitchen and dining room. Thank you for your co-operation. Please be aware, dogs must be kept on leads whilst walking The Long Mynd. This is National Trust land where sheep roam freely.
Two travel cots and one highchair available on request.
To hire a hot tub for your stay, please contact Martin at the Shrewsbury Hot Tub company on 07989 036708. We kindly ask guests to bringing their own beach towels when hiring the hot tub.
Barbecue and large Kadai fire bowl for cooking and camp fire.
The AGA runs all year at the Oaks. During exceptional hot summer spells (which are difficult to predict more than a couple of days in advance!) the kitchen can feel uncomfortably hot during the day. The best way to deal with this is to open doors and windows to give a cross flow of air. The house is situated on an open hill side and even on summer evenings the AGA can give a pleasant background warmth.
Whilst the house has a Neff electric hob, double oven and microwave, the AGA gives increased cooking capacity and a 'special cooking' experience. Therefore the AGA will be alight when you arrive at the Oaks unless you advise us otherwise.
Catering service provided by Batchcott & Waller. Three course local dinner or fridge and freezer options.
Reviews (90)
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Confirmed Guest
We have always loved this property been coming here for over 20 years.Nrvrt let's us down.
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Confirmed Guest
The Oaks is a beautiful property situated in a stunning location. Wonderful views from every aspect and the opportunity for some lovely walks from right outside the front door. Inside, the house is spacious enough to accommodate 10 adults in comfort and is equipped to a standard that leaves you wanting for nothing. Rural Retreats were very easy to deal with; real, helpful people on the end of the phone or quick to respond to emails. We used Batchcott and Waller, the caterers recommended in the information sent by Rural Retreats after I'd booked The Oaks. This was a real highlight of our stay. Jess, the chef, arrived bang on time, produced a delicious 3 course meal, cleared everything away, left the kitchen spotless, all with no fuss. All we had to do was eat and drink. I realise that this may all sound a bit "gushing", but our family really loved our stay at The Oaks and we could not fault it in anyway.
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Confirmed Guest
The Oaks was booked for a family 80th birthday celebration. Parents/daughters/son in laws and 4 teenage grandchildren. The description promised much and delivered on everything. A real home from home, comfortably furnished with everything provided. The wet/windy weather meant we couldnât take full advantage of the beautiful surroundings or use the outside amenities enough. Fit walkers could take good strolls on the immediate steep surroundings among the sheep & goats. Very good pub meals at The Pound Inn and The Green Dragon. Church Stretton provided an amble amongst unusual shops and antique stores. A weekend wasnât really long enough.