Guests say
Campbell Cottage in Worcestershire offers a tranquil and picturesque retreat with a blend of modern amenities and historic charm. Guests appreciate the peaceful surroundings, scenic countryside, and proximity to motorsport events. The property's timber-framed architecture and vintage character, including low ceilings and uneven floors, add to its unique appeal. While some guests mention minor issues with flies and maintenance, the overall experience is highly regarded for its quiet setting and well-equipped facilities.
The cottage generally maintains good cleanliness, though some guests noted the presence of flies and suggested more thorough cleaning behind furniture. Light bulbs need replacing, which affects the perception of cleanliness.
The location is highly praised for its beauty and tranquility, with options for walks and cycling. It is also appreciated by motorsport enthusiasts for its proximity to the Shelsley Walsh hill climb, though this can introduce noise during events.
The cottage's comfort is noted for its firm beds and quiet environment. However, low ceilings and uneven floors may pose challenges for taller guests or those with mobility issues.
Facilities are generally well-equipped, but some guests reported issues with a DVD player and suggested improvements in lighting. The bathroom facilities received mixed reviews, with suggestions for a more modern shower setup.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts. Therefore, this category cannot be scored, and guests should not expect gifts during their stay.
About this property
Martley 3.6 miles. Sitting at the centre of the excitement in the grounds of the iconic Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb in the village of Shelsley Walsh, lies the Grade II listed home, Campbell. This eye-catching black and white cottage provides a fabulous base for a family of four who seek an exciting escape in the Worcestershire Countryside. Step inside this attractive abode and admire the character and charm that emanates through the beautiful exposed beams that line the walls throughout, before settling down on the plush leather sofas and enjoying a quiet night in front of the sleek TV, keeping warm from the heat of the electric woodburning-effect stove. Rustle up a bite to eat in the traditional country kitchen, complete with all of the essential appliances such as an electric oven and hob, before gathering at the dining table to indulge in a scrumptious evening meal. Climb the original elm wood staircase up to the first floor and be greeted by a well-decorated double bedroom, which can be transformed into a twin upon request, while across the hallway discover a further double bedroom boasting views of the rolling countryside. Indulge in a deep soak in the striking clawfoot bathtub with the benefit of a hand-held shower, whilst your towel keeps nice and toasty on the handy heated towel rail. Socialise with friends and family out in the shared garden, sipping on a chilled drink and enjoying the incredible views of the rolling countryside as you bask in the warm summer sunshine. Enjoy unforgettable moments on an action-packed adventure at Campbell. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1040706, together sleeping 8 guests.
Nestled in the beautiful Worcestershire countryside, on the eastern banks of the River Teme, lies the charming village of Martley. Home to a post office boasting a village store stocking all of the essentials, and a friendly local pub serving tasty hot food, this village has everything you could possibly need for a relaxing countryside retreat. Within reach of the Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the village is surrounded by stunning scenic walking routes and exciting off-beaten tracks, perfect for a thrilling afternoon cycle through the countryside. Just a short drive away lies the historical city of Worcester, filled with impressive local landmarks, and the vibrant town of Kidderminster lined with quirky local stores and cafes.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double (zip/link can be twin on request), 1 x double.
Bathroom with free-standing clawfoot bath, hand-held shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting/dining room with 2 x electric woodburning-effect stove
Gas central heating.
Electric oven with hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview and DVD Player, a selection of DVDs, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking available.
Shared garden with outdoor seating area.
Sorry, no pets or smoking.
Shop 3.3 miles; pub 2.8 miles.
Note: Uneven floors, please take caution.
Note: Low ceilings, please take caution.
Note: Shelsley Walsh hill climb operates events on a regular basis, details of the major events can be found on www.shelsleywalsh.com but smaller events are not always listed, please be aware therefore that on event days there can be activity in the adjacent paddock from early in the morning until late in the evening, One well behaved dog welcome but please note that the property is adjacent to a farm, dogs must be kept on a lead when outside the enclosed area and are not allowed in the bedrooms.
We have tried to make the property as dog friendly as possible, please contact us if you have a second dog or any other queries.
Note: this property allows minimum 3 night stays.
Nearby points of interest
- Bewdley Museum
- West Midland Safari Park
- Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings
Reviews (11)
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Peter
Quiet, tranquil, perfect. I'm 6ft and my son is 6ft 6inch so we had to duck with the low slung ceilings but we got used to that. With the hill climb track next to us & the vintage cars on display its perfect if your a petrol head
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Chris
The cottage was nicely furnished and had a modern feel to it despite it's age. It was a good place to retreat to at the end of the day. During our stay the Shelsley Hill Climb had a race weekend and although this did mean that lots of people were on site it wasn't any where near as loud as were thought it might be. The directions to the cottage were easy to follow and there appeared to be lots of places to visit locally.
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Arthur
Low ground floor ceilings but the 3 of us are under 5ft 6" anyway! Very peaceful for a Christmas stay, as ours was. It is situated on a very historic motorsport site dating back to 1905, even pre-dating Brooklands. We walked the hill climb on Christmas Eve, it was pretty steep on foot! It would be noisy on a hill climb day, though my interests are mainly in historic MGs and Morgan three wheelers, since I have one of each, a 1934 MG and a 1933 Morgan. The cottage is simply furnished, but well equipped. Sloping floors upstairs and some trip hazards, but provided one is wary, not a problem. I very much like old timber framed buildings finding them very fascinating, and this one has certainly had some modifications over the years. I even took an historic book on the hill climb with me, and I recommend anyone staying here to do a little research before arrival. My one comment about the bathroom, is that it might have been better to have had a conventional modern shower unit installed, rather than a mock older styled claw foot bath with low shower attachment, since such a bath may not be suitable for the more elderly. One thing didn't work...the DVD player, we even purchased replacement batteries on Christmas day, but it needs replacing...fortunately, we had a laptop with us, and discovering an HDMI cable in the TV table, meant that we could hook it up...and, we could subsequently watch our DVD..."Where Eagles Dare"! It wouldn't have been a hardship though not to have watched TV, of course...even in 1905, such things existed in no one's minds, radio and electric light being distant luxuries! All in all, a very pleasant stay in a fascinating and sympathetically restored cottage, dedicated to Malcolm Campbell.