Guests say
The Old Sheep Shed in Shrewsbury is highly praised for its relaxing atmosphere, suitability for families across generations, and excellent facilities including a hot tub. Guests appreciate the property's cleanliness, comfortable furnishings, and the welcoming hosts. The location is perfect for exploring local attractions and enjoying the countryside. The property's charm and the array of on-site activities contribute to a delightful stay.
Guests generally find the property clean and tidy, though some noted signs of wear after a busy season. The overall impression remains positive with high standards of cleanliness in key areas.
The property's location is frequently commended for its peaceful setting and proximity to local attractions, towns, and countryside walks, making it an ideal base for exploring Shropshire and nearby areas.
The comfort of The Old Sheep Shed is often highlighted, with guests finding the furnishings relaxing and the beds very comfortable. The presence of a wood burner and underfloor heating adds to the cosy atmosphere.
Facilities like the hot tub, sauna, games rooms, and well-equipped kitchen are well-received. Some guests suggest a need for 'freshening up' in places, but overall the amenities contribute positively to the guest experience.
While the reviews reflect positively on the hosts' hospitality and the range of facilities, there is no specific mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches that would fall under this category. Therefore, a score cannot be provided.
About this property
This lovely barn conversion with sauna and hot tub adjoins the owner's 17th century stone farmhouse, on a 220-acre arable farm, in the rural village of Alberbury, 9 miles from Shrewsbury. A wonderful Alberbury holiday cottage, this luxury accommodation offers some exposed stone walls, lovely bedrooms and bathrooms and a large living room with a full size pool table. Relax in the lovely hot tub, enjoy a sauna or an "all body shower", play pool or dine alfresco overlooking the garden pond with its waterfall and lights, which help to create a romantic atmosphere. This very special Alberbury holiday cottage is in an ideal location for walking through the Loton Park Estate's deer park, up Rodney's Pillar or along Offa's Dyke Path, or for visiting Powis Castle, the historic town of Shrewsbury, Ironbridge World Heritage Site and much more. This is the perfect Alberbury holiday cottage for a memorable family holiday or a romantic break in welcoming, luxury accommodation.
The small rural village of Alberbury sits in pretty countryside, 9 miles from Shrewsbury. There is so much to do in this area, from the ten museums of Ironbridge Gorge to the abbey, castle, shops and restaurants of Shreswbury. There are many National Trust properties within easy reach of Alberbury, including Attingham Park, Powis Castle, Chirk Castle and Erddig. Ludlow, with its castle and timbered buildings, is a lovely town for a stroll and a refreshing cream tea, or step back in time with a trip to Acton Scott Working Farm, seen on TV as âThe Victorian Farm'.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Three bedrooms, all with TV/DVD: 1 x king-size double with en-suite bath, shower over, basin, WC, 1 x king-size double with en-suite All Body Jet shower, basin, WC, 1 x twin.
Shower room with all body jet shower, sauna for 4.
Separate basin & WC.
Fitted kitchen with dining area & comfy seating, 42" TV/DVD & doors to deck.
Spacious sitting room with air conditioning, pool table, woodburner & TV/DVD in games area & picture window with doors to deck.
Electric underfloor heating with woodburner.
Electric oven & hob, microwave, American style fridge freezer (no water or ice dispenser), washer/dryer, dishwasher, 42" TV/DVD, 4 x flat screen TV/DVD, stereo/CD, iPod dock, full size pool table in games area.
Fuel, power & starter pack for woodburner included in rent.
Bed linen & towels included in rent.
6-seater hot tub with lights & CD player.
4 seater sauna.
Cot and highchair.
Off road parking for 4 cars.
Bike shed available.
Attractive enclosed decked area overlooking large garden pond with waterfall and lights, with furniture, BBQ & hot tub.
Sorry, no pets & no smoking.
Shop 4 miles.
Pub with restaurant 1.3 miles.
Loton Estate's deer park 5 mins walk.
Note: This property overlooks a large pond, children must be supervised at all times.
Nearby points of interest
Reviews (16)
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Antony
The property was clean and tidy in the right areas however did show signs of having had a long hard summer season but overall what a great place we all would highly recommend a stay.
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Michael
Perfect location for visiting Llangollen, Ludlow, Shrewsbury and Birmingham. Many more attractions locally too. Local hostelries are brilliant too, especially the Yockleton Arms. The facilities at the Sheep Shed were superb including a large hot tub. We had the chance to look at other properties on the site and they were equally well appointed, including a huge unit sleeping up to 14 people. Our hosts could not do enough for us, including advice for our then pregnant and very near term daughter about facilities locally if she could not make it to Walsall. We since have a beautiful granddaughter who will be coming with us next time as we will certainly be going back.
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Georgina
They loved the hot tub! My parents had a wonderful stay as well, perfect for three generations under one roof.