We arrived as family of six, three couples to be bowled over by the Sheep Shed.||It was every bit as good as the photographs we had seen!||Julie showed us around and, immediately, we felt part of the family. We met Robert later on and all we can say is, "what lovely hosts".||We soon got the lay of the land after Julie explained to us the locale and the best pubs and eateries around - and they are pretty damn good!||If you want a relaxing break doing as little or as much as you want, I really should not be saying "this is the place to be" but it really is.||The extensive terrace has an outside eating area, massive pond full of fish (food is provided to feed them) and a wonderful hot tub.||Inside, the kitchen and dining area is well laid out with everything you need and, when my son's partner asked about kitchen scales, Robert duly delivered them to her - nothing too much trouble.||Next to the kitchen is a double bedroom with a king size bed and a shower room.||To the other side of the kitchen is a corridor, off which is a twin room, another shower room and a sauna.||Into the living/games room, we find a snooker table, ample seating for six and a television and off this area is another double room with king size bed and en-suite bath and shower facilities.||Ample parking is outside the sheep shed and so much more including a play barn, and games room as well as many other configurations of holiday cottages, one of which sleeps 14 people.||Lots of places to visit nearby too including Shrewsbury, Ludlow, Llangollen, Ironbridge and the heritage centre to name but a few,||Birmingham is an hour a way too.||Would we come again? - ABSOLUTELY! DEFINITELY! MUST DO!||||Well done Robert and Julie - you have a fine retreat and we will definitely...
Read moreI can’t believe it’s two weeks since I’ve it twi families went on a lovely summer break in the county of Shropshire, with UpperFarm House Cottages providing our place of stay. ||Our friends who we teamed up with have been here numerous times before, however this was my family’s first time here, and suffice to say, it won’t be the last. ||We stayed in the “Arches” cottage, with four spacious bedrooms, three shower / bathrooms, a large beautifully fitted kitchen with washing facilities, and a fully furnished communal living area, with double patio doors opening onto an outdoor seating area, with a pond, and hot tub! ||The hot tub was just what you needed after travelling around the Shropshire countryside visiting attractions for both families. Having a nighttime Guinness while watching the stars and the fish jumping out of the pond doing somersaults was just bliss. ||The picturesque landscape courtesy of the neighbouring fields at the rear of the rear of the property were a joy to behold. ||Upper Farm House has so much to offer with a choice of neighbouring cottages to let, if available. They have two play areas for the children,. One called “Jimmy’s Barn” which also has an “Honesty Shop”, selling everyday essentials. ||Last but not least there’s the Farm House occupants consisting of two friendly cats who will check in on you from time to time. Plus the chickens who provide the most amazing eggs…. And for free!!! ||The kids loved it here. And both families were sad to leave. Our week here went far too quick, but with every...
Read moreStayed in the Arches for 4 nights with family and friends. We had an excellent time and would love to return. ||There were 7 of us in 4 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms which was perfect. There was an issue with the heating when we arrived, but this was fixed as soon as we reported it, even though it was outside of office hours. ||The kitchen has a fridge, separate freezer, drinks fridge and dishwasher. Washer/dryer provided although we couldn’t work out how to use the dryer, but the washing machine was great. Cleaning products, washing up liquid and dish washer tabs all provided. ||The welcome pack of coffee, tea, sugar and biscuits was very nice.||The dining table is big enough for 7 at a squeeze and the living room has lots of comfortable seating. There are TVs in all the bedrooms and living room although we didn’t use them.||The hot tub is fantastic (was ready for use when we arrived) and plastic glasses are provided for use outside. ||There is a utility room with laundry basket, iron/ironing board, clothes airer and brush. Outside also has a rotary dryer and pegs. Two cats, a dog and chickens visited us every day, we loved it. WiFi is included and worked well||It’s a great base for exploring and so peaceful. Would definitely recommend - we booked direct...
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