Guests say
Betty's Barn is highly praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and picturesque location. Guests appreciate the warm welcome from the hosts and the property's proximity to nature and historical sites. The presence of animals and the opportunity for countryside walks add to the charm, although some mention the remote access and early morning animal sounds.
Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness of the cottage, describing it as spotless and well-maintained. The high standard of cleanliness contributes significantly to guests' positive experiences.
The location is celebrated for its stunning scenery and proximity to walking trails and historical towns. However, some guests note the challenge of accessing the property via single-track roads, which affects the score slightly.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, with several reviews highlighting the spaciousness and cosiness of the accommodation. The presence of animals and the peaceful setting contribute to the overall comfort, although a few guests found the lounge seating to be low and uncomfortable.
The property is well-equipped, with particular praise for the kitchen facilities. Some guests suggest improvements, such as additional mugs and plates, and a few encountered issues with maintenance, like pot holes on the access road.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is evident in the warm welcomes and personal touches, such as flowers and biscuits. Gifts like chocolates and wine are mentioned, enhancing guests' stays, though it's noted these kind gestures may vary and are not guaranteed.
About this property
A welcoming terraced Church Stretton cottage, located close to Wenlock Edge on a working sheep farm. With original oak beams, two attractive bedrooms and a real cottage atmosphere, this cosy Church Stretton cottage is perfect for a family or romantic break. Note: This cottage is next to Ref 4137 and together they sleep 7.
The rural village of Eaton-under-Heywood lies under both the famous Wenlock Edge and the woods that run along it, and is surrounded by scenic countryside. From the village, the Jacob's Ladder path leads straight up the Edge, providing lovely walks. Nearby is the market town of Church Stretton, which lies in the heart of south Shropshire. It is set amid 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 tearooms, pubs and specialist shops. Other local attractions include walks on the Long Mynd, the Acton Scott Working Farm as seen on TV, and Stokesay Castle. The historic towns of Shrewsbury, Ludlow, the World Heritage Site of Ironbridge, Much Wenlock and Bishops Castle are only a short journey away.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x family room with 1x double and 1x single, TV with DVD and en-suite bath, basin and WC, 1 x twin with TV and en-suite shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor basin and WC.
Open plan living area with fitted kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
LPG central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 3 x TVs, all with Freeview, 2 x DVD, WiFi.
All fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot, highchair and stairgate on request.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Bike storage.
Private patio with furniture plus shared lawned garden with BBQs.
10 acre natural garden with ponds and variety of wildlife.
100 acres of woodland on slopes of Wenlock Edge.
Livery for guests' horses by prior arrangement with owner included paddocks, menage, indoor school and famous Jack Mytton Way close by.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 4.6 miles, pub 2.5 miles.
Note: This is a working sheep farm, dogs to be kept on a lead at all times.
Reviews (61)
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Kim
Great facilities. Very clean. Nice and quiet. Lovely walks. Friendly host Liz. I feel I should mention the B roads that lead to Betty's barn are very narrow includes some blind bends which can be quite stressful and quite dangerous. Caution is advised. This did impact negatively on our stay. If not for the roads (which can't be helped) We would definitely have return for another stay.
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Nigel
The garden and grounds were beautiful and it was wonderful to see the horses when waking up in the morning. It provided a great base for our walking holiday, close to the start of our walks and near to where our other walking group members were staying. The accomodation was a credit to the owners.
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Bryan
It's a stables/ livery so busier than I expected, but far from intrusive. I wanted to walk Wenlock Edge but footpaths are little used and some are overgrown. Even with OS mapping and GPS, I did a fair bit of backtracking. Worth it for the very pretty scenery and vintage buildings.