Sweep up the drive to a vast house with towering chimneystacks (22 at the last count!). Behind the façade of this romantic and rambling Arts & Crafts manor – recently restored to full glory – you cross the cobbles and spiral up to the tranquil Old Nursery. Sideways sash windows and Pugin shutters hint at its former life, now it is a spacious and stylish apartment, polished and plumped to perfection. Classy flower-strewn sofas rest in a calm uncluttered sitting room and the airy open-plan kitchen holds all you need. At the end of a day’s walking the beautiful Shropshire Hills, retire for a king-size snooze in a bedroom overlooking the paddock of rare-breed sheep. The twin is cosy and child-friendly, the bathrooms gleam. The delightful owners also offer a luxurious cottage in the west wing, and, now, the Gun Room, a new four-poster’d retreat for two. Set in glorious gardens and grounds, close to the Shropshire Way, this is the best kind of country retreat, combining grand architecture with a stunning setting. Stock up for the week – deliciously – in Ludlow, Slow Food capital. Magnificent Ironbridge is close.
Features
- Children welcome
- Kids of all ages can stay.
- No smoking
- Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
- WiFi
- Wireless internet access available.
Points of Interest
Little gems of local knowledge from Caroline Barr:
- Norman Shaw house set amongst beautiful countryside in great walking country. Within walking distance of Wenlock Edge, made famous by Houseman & Vaughan Williams. The Long Mynd & Wrekin are only a short drive away.
- Guests are welcomed with home made cake and a selection of local produce including bread, milk, butter, tea, coffee & jam so breakfast is taken care of.
- Nearby Much Wenlock offers great local shops including a fabulous butcher & local bakery as well as interesting galleries & gift shops. Good choice of pubs & restaurants. It is also the birthplace of William Penny Brookes founder of The Modern Olympics.
- All the main visitor attractions in South Shropshire, Shrewsbury, Ironbridge, Ludlow, Bridgnorth,Church Stretton & RAF Cosford are all less than half an hours drive away.
- When eating out guests will be spoilt for choice. From ancient inns serving great food, wine and hosting the best local beers to the Michelin starred restaurants of Ludlow.
- We are planning to host occasional weddings here at Bourton Manor. If you are looking for a private & exclusive venue for a wedding please contact us.
Facilities
Electricity included
Open fire / woodburner
Microwave oven
Central heating
Mobile reception
Television
Barbecue
Dishwasher
Cooked meals available
Washing machine
Restaurant nearby
Shop within 3 miles
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Address:
Bourton Manor, Bourton, Much Wenlock, Shropshire
Phone: +44 (0)1746 785377
Website: www.bourtonmanor.co.uk
Closed:
Rarely
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