Hanwood, Heart of England

Shire Cottage

Shire Cottage in Cruckton, Shropshire, sleeps eight guests in four bedrooms.

Shire Cottage is a dog friendly holiday cottage.

8 guests
4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
dog friendly

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Shire Cottage has a kitchen/diner, two utility rooms, a sitting room with woodburning stove, three king-size bedrooms, one which has an en-suite, and a twin, serviced by a bathroom and shower room. Appliances consist of a Rayburn, double oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer, a Smart TV and DAB radio. Outside there is a front garden with lawn, patio, furniture and children's play area, an enclosed rear garden with lawn, decking, furniture and hot tub, and a private driveway. One well-behaved dog welcomed, but sorry, no smoking. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all available, along with a travel cot and two stairgates. Escape to lovely Shropshire at Shire Cottage. Note: Dogs must be kept downstairs. Note: The front garden is not enclosed. Note: Children must be supervised outside. Note: There are steps throughout the home. Note: The Rayburn is only available from October to end of March and should only be used for heat, not cooking. Note for any bookings over the Christmas and New Year period, please call reservations to confirm. Please note: This property cannot accept check ins on December 24th - 27th or 31st to 1st January

The beautiful village of Hanwood is situated in the county of Shropshire, just a few miles away from Shrewsbury town centre. Running through the village is the Cambrian railway line, however, the town's train station was closed down in 1964 due to the Beeching Axe, a plan to make British railway systems more efficient. The village is home to a Post Office/shop, country pub, a primary school, and a parish church. The Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty rests below Hanwood, with 802 square kilometers of stunning scenery extending to the border of wales, and opportunity to explore rare wildlife, difficult walking trails, and historic attractions. The towns of Shrewsbury and Telford are in reach, with Shrewsbury lying next to the River Severn, and Telford boasting a large selection of high street shops, bustling pubs, lively restaurants, and tasty takeaways. Hanwood is a tranquil destination to enjoy the beauty of Shropshire.

A E Housman once wrote that Shropshire was “the quietest place under the sun” and today the county remains something of a rural idyll, recognised as one of the least crowded and most peaceful regions in England.