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ID: S276968
41 reviews
3 pets welcome
2 Bathrooms
WiFi
Hot tub
Open fire
Parking
Dingle Cottage in Shropshire offers a cosy, well-equipped retreat with stunning scenery and local walks. Guests appreciate the hot tub, spacious garden, and thoughtful touches like a bottle of wine on arrival. The property provides a tranquil setting with a friendly local pub and shop nearby. While some minor maintenance issues and cleanliness concerns are noted, the overall experience is highly regarded for family and pet-friendly holidays.
The majority of guests found the property to be clean and well-presented, though there were a few mentions of cleanliness issues in the kitchen and a bedroom. These seem to be isolated incidents rather than a general trend.
The location is highly praised for its seclusion, beautiful scenery, and proximity to local amenities like the pub and shop. The rural setting and opportunities for walks contribute to the high score.
Guests find the cottage cosy and accommodating, with plenty of space and separate areas for larger groups. Some guests mentioned issues with mattresses and outdoor furniture, but overall, the comfort level is rated highly.
The property is well-equipped with a hot tub, WiFi, and kitchen amenities. Some guests noted maintenance issues such as the hot tub lid and a need for more dishwasher tablets, but these do not detract significantly from the overall positive feedback.
Guests frequently mention the thoughtful touches like the provision of wine, milk, and bread upon arrival. While these gestures are appreciated, it is noted that such gifts are not guaranteed and may vary.
Nestled within the charming village of Stiperstones within the beautiful setting of the Stiperstones National Nature Reserve, lies the spacious dwelling of Dingle Cottage. Surrounded by breath-taking scenery, this pet-friendly property is perfect for large families or groups of nine who seek a fun-filled adventure in the English countryside. Step inside this homely abode and be greeted by a well-designed utility room, where you can pull off your mud-splattered boots before retiring to the to inviting sitting room and placing a log on the woodburning stove. Cook up a storm in the well-equipped country kitchen and prepare a hearty home cooked dinner with the help of the impressive range cooker, and the handy utensils that sit within the beautiful wooden cabinets. Gather at the sociable dining table as you tuck into your mouth-watering meal and discuss your upcoming plans and share your most memorable moments from the holiday so far. Continue the evening's festivities out in the garden with a dip in the hot tub and embrace your surroundings, or cosy up to your loved ones as you watch a movie in the snug. Discover a beautifully appointed ground-floor double that's served by a ground-floor shower room, together creating a peaceful space for guests with limited mobility. A set of stairs will take you up to the first floor, home to roomy double bedroom and a pleasant twin, as well as an airy bathroom where you can while away the hour with a long soak in the tub. Back on the ground floor, an additional set of stairs leads up to a further double bedroom and a single bedroom. When ready to see the very best that Shropshire has to offer, be sure to grab your comfiest walking boots as the area is filled with an abundance of unspoilt landscapes just waiting to be explored. Cycle through the the Eastridge Woods or embark on a hike up Cranberry Rock, enjoy a day out at the Acton Scott Victorian working farm, or travel to Telford and step back in time at the living museum of Blists Hill Victorian Town. Take a tour of the eerie former prison in Shrewsbury, home to the UK's largest escape room experience, before admiring the imposing architecture of the National Trust owned Attingham Park Estate and Town Walls Tower. Meet magnificent birds of prey at Shropshire Falconry or see wonderful wildlife at Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom. Cross the English Border over to Wales and spend the day in the town of Montgomery, uncovering the Norman ruins of Montgomery Castle and wandering through the The Old Bell Museum. Venture over to Welshpool for an afternoon at the National Trust owned Powis Castle and Garden and the Llyn Coed y Dinas Nature Reserve, or travel to Bridgnorth for a ride on The Bridgnorth Castle Hill Railway. For an action-packed adventure in the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, be sure to stay at Dingle Cottage.
Set amongst the luscious English countryside, Minsterley is a picturesque village providing a fantastic base from which to explore the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Offering all the essential amenities for a self-catering stay, including a convenience store and a bustling pub, all your needs are covered! Spend your days in the nearby towns of Church Stretton and Bishop's Castle, or travel across the English Border to Wales to explore Welshpool and Montgomery.
Five bedrooms: 2 x doubles, 1 x ground-floor double, 1 x twin (zip/link,can be king-size double on request), 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/dining room.
Utility room.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Snug with woodburning stove
LPG central heating.
Electric range cooker with gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, football table and darts, TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking available.
Enclosed garden with patio, outdoor seating area and hot tub, and wrap around lawn.
Three well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.5 miles.
Note: Kennels available for pets, within the garden.
Note: There are steps down to the property, care to be taken
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