Guests say
Vitula Cottage in Shropshire is highly praised for its cleanliness, stunning location, and comfort. Guests consistently commend the well-maintained property, the thoughtful touches by the hosts, and the additional luxury of a hot tub. The cottage's peaceful setting and beautiful views contribute to a relaxing and memorable stay.
Reviewers frequently mention the spotless condition of the cottage, indicating exceptional cleanliness. The property is consistently described as well-kept and immaculate, reflecting a high standard of hygiene and care.
The cottage's location is celebrated for its tranquillity and beautiful views, with guests appreciating the quiet, secluded setting. Its proximity to local attractions and towns like Shrewsbury and Ellesemere is also noted, enhancing its appeal.
Comfort is a standout feature, with guests highlighting the cosy atmosphere, comfortable beds, and well-furnished rooms. The property's warmth and the relaxing hot tub are frequently mentioned as contributing to a comfortable stay.
The cottage is praised for its well-equipped kitchen and high-quality furnishings. While the facilities are generally regarded as excellent, a few minor suggestions for additional items like a tumble dryer, hairdryer, and pegs indicate slight room for improvement.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is evident in the warm welcomes, home-baked cakes, and other gestures. While these gifts are greatly appreciated by guests, it is important to note that such personal touches, though likely, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Wem 4.8 miles. Nestled within the beautiful grounds to the owner's farmhouse, just north of the Shropshire Hills AONB and surrounded by open, green fields, is Vitula Cottage. This lovely barn conversion, approached by a country lane, offers a haven for walkers and cyclists, with a network of trails to choose from in the area. Return to relax in this peaceful getaway and take in your surroundings from the living room, you can sink into the large sofa and drink in the views out over the greenery as you sip a thirst-quenching beverage. Slide open the bi-folding doors on a warm summer's day and let a welcoming breeze through the open-plan space. You can rustle up a tasty dinner for everyone to enjoy around the dining table, with the help of the modern appliances in the kitchen. The high ceiling and considered lighting fixtures will uplift your mood each day, allowing you to truly make the most of your stay. The ground floor double bedroom has its very own en-suite shower room for convenience and pleasant views to wake up to each morning through the patio doors. Upstairs is the master bedroom showcasing a king-size double bed and an en-suite shower room, with a lovely oak finish throughout. Finally, the outdoor space boasts a conservatory with a seating area whatever time of the year. There are a few pubs in the nearby area, with the nearest shop being in Wem, as well as cosy cafés, more pubs and lovely restaurants to choose from. Pay a visit to the delightful town of Ellesmere, which is steeped in history and offers shops, pubs and eateries in abundance, as well as the Shropshire Union Canal babbling its way to Llangollen. You have many historic landmarks, museums, National Trust properties and gardens to tempt any visitor. Vitula Cottage is a first-rate property boasting an enviable position in Shropshire.
This market town is nestled just north of the Shropshire Hills aonb, near the borders of Wales and England. It occupies a town hall, train station, real ale pubs, cafés and restaurants, as well as a few specialty shops. Visit the Tudor town of Shrewsbury nearby, with its castle, abbey and museum and art gallery, while the National Trust's Attingham Park boasts a walled garden. Throughout the area is walking, fishing and outdoor pursuit all waiting your discovery.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground floor king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor cloakroom with basin and WC.
Open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Oil heating throughout with dedicated underfloor heating on ground floor.
Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, family size fridge/freezer, dishwasher.
Utility area with washing machine and tumble dryer.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Ample off-road parking.
Access to large private grounds with garden furniture.
Patio table and seating under a vine covered pergola, bearing summer grapes.
Dedicated separate conservatory offering fabulous views of corn fields.
Hot tub available in conservatory at a supplement, arranged directly with owner.
Hot tub supplement for 7 nights is £120.
Hot tub option for a shorter stay is £60 first day then £10 per day.
Easy access to Oswestry, Shrewsbury and the Iron Bridge at Telford.
Beautiful lakes in the area to visit and the 18th century Attingham Park estate.
English Heritage and National Trust sites are within easy reach eg Chirk Castle.
Due to the fantastic border location, Welsh attractions are within reach eg Betws-y-Coed and Llangollen Canal.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 4.8 miles and pub 1.6 miles.
Please note that regrettably the property can only accept children 12 years of age and over.
Reviews (88)
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Sian
Hot tub in a separate conservatory but easy access and just what was needed after a damp day exploring the area. We arrived to find freshly made cupcakes from Sally which was lovely. Plenty to see and do in the area and would highly recommend both the cottage and going to The Dickin Arms for dinner!
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Sharon
Spotlessly clean throughout..both bedrooms ensuite with very comfortable beds. A very well equipped kitchen with everything you could think of for an enjoyable stay. Set in a rural location with stunning countryside views we really had a relaxing time here. Sally the owner met us on arrival & was very welcoming. Lovely touches of homemade cakes & jam along with fresh flowers made for a real home from home feel. We all loved our stay & would highly recommend it to anyone Thank you so much to Sally & Alan for having us
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Martin
The home-baked cakes and home-made jam were most welcome on our arrival. The fresh flowers were a thoughtful touch and really appreciated. The secluded location and privacy suited us very well but it was good to know that Sally and Alan were available for any queries or problems that we might have had. The cottage proved to be an ideal base for visiting various places of interest in the surrounding area.