Bishops Castle, Heart of England

4 Bedroom Cottage in Shropshire

Leys Retreat is a dog friendly holiday cottage.

8 guests
4 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
dog friendly

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This stunning property is located in Bishop's Castle, known for its picturesque and quaint setting. The town is home to a variety of traditional pubs and restaurants, offering a taste of local cuisine and a chance to experience the warmth of the community. The town is known for its vibrant pub scene, including the unique 'Three Tuns' brewery, one of the oldest working breweries in the country. The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for walking, hiking and other outdoor activities. The Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is nearby, offering stunning landscapes for those who enjoy exploring nature. The property is also a fantastic base to explore some of Shropshire s historic market towns including Church Stretton (13 miles) and Ludlow (17 miles). Slightly further afield, you will find the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Ironbridge (29 miles), a gorgeous town tucked away in a valley alongside the River Severn and famous for being the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution. After a busy day exploring the picturesque local area, make your way back to your holiday home, a modern and spacious property which has been designed with total comfort in mind. Head in through the spacious hallway and into the open plan kitchen/diner. This room is bright and a great place for groups of friends and families to spend time together, enjoying a good meal or a celebration. The kitchen is fully equipped and has everything you need for a self catered holiday. Enjoy your morning coffee from the breakfast bar with views across to the garden and the open countryside beyond. The dining table will comfortably seat all 8 guests and is perfect for eating together or getting competitive with a board game or two on the quieter evenings. This space also has a large Smart TV, great for some entertainment while at the dining table or cooking. There is a separate utility room with a washer and off the hallway, you will find a downstairs WC. The open plan style connects the kitchen/diner to the lounge, another large space which is perfect for groups. Relax on one of the comfortable sofas or enjoy a movie on the Smart TV. There is a stunning fireplace with a wood burner, a real feature of the room. The whole downstairs is light and spacious with doors from both living spaces heading out to the garden and offering lovely views. Climb the stairs up to the first floor where you will find four well appointment bedrooms and two bathrooms. The master bedroom is king size and has an en suite shower room and a balcony with unobstructed views across the countryside. There is a further king size room, a double bedroom and a twin room with two singles. The stylish family bathroom has a bath and a separate shower. The space continues outside this property with a large and enclosed garden. Doors from the downstairs lead onto the patio where you will find the hot tub, outdoor seating and dining area. Steps up from the patio lead up to a raised lawned area with another spot to relax and enjoy the countryside views.

4 bedrooms 2 king size, 1 double bed and 1 twin with 2 standard singles. 2 bathrooms 1 en suite shower room and 1 family bathroom with bath and shower. Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, wine fridge, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine. Wood burner in lounge. Smart TVs in kitchen/diner and lounge. Hot tub. Enclosed garden with patio with outdoor furniture and raised lawn area. Parking for 4 cars on driveway. Pubs and shop 500 metres.