Guests say
Castle Cottage in Craven Arms, Shropshire, is highly praised for its cosy and warm atmosphere, cleanliness, and convenient location close to local amenities and scenic walks. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities, the dog-friendly environment, and the friendly village community. Some minor issues with parking and road noise are mentioned, but overall, the cottage offers a delightful stay.
Reviews consistently mention that the cottage is very clean and tidy, indicating high standards of cleanliness. There are no significant complaints regarding this aspect.
The location is frequently described as lovely, with easy access to shops, pubs, and walks. However, some guests noted traffic noise and parking challenges, slightly affecting the score.
Guests find the cottage cosy and comfortable, with special mentions of a relaxing bath and comfortable beds. The presence of a wood-burning stove and a private patio adds to the comfort level.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and thoughtful touches. Some guests experienced challenges with the Stanley range and suggested improvements for the patio area.
While guests mention thoughtful touches like a welcoming owner and a Christmas card, there is not enough information to assess the consistency of such gestures across all stays. Therefore, the score is set to null, and guests should note that such personal touches, while appreciated, are not guaranteed.
About this property
This lovely mid-terrace cottage is situated just a couple of minutes walk from the centre of the charming Shropshire village of Clun, just seven miles from Bishops Castle. The cottage dates from the late 18th century and is full of wonderful period features. Enter directly into the beamed sitting room with its large inglenook fireplace boasting a fabulous woodburning stove. Take a couple of steps down into the kitchen which has a feature stone wall, a stone flagged floor and a Stanley oil range which also powers the heating in the cottage. To the back of the sitting room is a beautifully designed bathroom with stone walls, quarry tiles and a rain shower which sits over the centrally positioned freestanding bath. Climb the steep and winding cottage stairs to access the two bedrooms, one of which has a feature fireplace, wooden floors and a superb pine double bed which is guaranteed to provide a good nights sleep. To the rear of the cottage is a small paved patio area where you can relax with a cup of coffee as you plan the days activities. Clun is a delightful Shropshire village which sits on the River Clun. It is a very important historic village due to its position on the Shropshire/Welsh border and it is home to the ruins of a Norman castle, a Saxon church and a 14th century bridge. Today, Clun is a popular location for walkers and cyclists and has a couple of pubs and a fine selection of independent shops. Within short drives are a number of wonderful Shropshire towns including Bishops Castle and Knighton. The medieval town of Ludlow is just a half hours drive and is well known for its culinary heritage with a wide selection of renowned restaurants, tea rooms and independent food stores. A beautiful terraced cottage with plenty of period features in the picturesque Shropshire village of Clun.
Clun is situated in the South Shropshire Hills in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty close to the border of Wales. The Clun and Kerry Forests, Offa's Dyke and Kerry Ridgeway are all close by.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x single.
Ground floor bathroom with freestanding bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area and woodburning stove.
Oil central heating from Stanley range with woodburning stove.
Range cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Roadside parking on first come, first served basis.
Patio with furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 2 mins walk.
Note: There are a number of internal steps, steep winding cottage stairs and low head height throughout, care to be taken.
Note: Dogs to be kept downstairs.
Nearby points of interest
- Land Of Lost Content Museum
Reviews (83)
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Nicola
It is a cosy, if quirky, cottage in a fab location for walks / runs and then the odd meal in the dog friendly pub. The bed, with its down duvet and pillow was super comfortable. It took as a little while to refamiliarise ourselves with Stanley, for cooking, but we got there.
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Stephen
This is our third time at this property, itâs perfect for our needs and a great location in a lovely village with very friendly people
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Lee
The cottage was clean, well appointed and cosy - we had a hassle free relaxing week. The wood burner and the Stanley Stove were easy to use and clear instructions were available if needed. Contact with the owner was very straightforward and we had everything that we needed. A car is essential if you are looking to explore nearby and we had no issues with parking on the road outside the cottage. The local shop is well stocked with a variety of goods so not to worry if you forget anything and the local pubs were welcoming. Ludlow and Bishopâs Castle are nearby and both worth a visit, Clun itself has some nice walks and the short wander up to the castle is well worth it.