About Number 4

Number 4 is a beautifully restored one-bedroom former workers' cottage in Coalbrookdale, sitting in the heart of the Ironbridge Gorge in Shropshire. Part of the Carpenters' Cottages row, this compact property has real character - think original tile floors, wood beams and low ceilings that reflect its age and history. It sleeps two adults comfortably and has been refurbished to a high standard throughout.

Coalbrookdale sits at the centre of Ironbridge Gorge, birthplace of the Industrial Revolution. Ironbridge itself is just 1.2 miles away a 15-minute walk along a well-lit path. The area has a maze of footpaths and bridleways. A pub is just 0.1 miles away and a shop is 0.8 miles from the door.

Inside you'll find one double bedroom with a walk-in shower room that guests consistently rate highly. The living and dining area has a decorative log burner. The kitchen is compact but well equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge and espresso machine. Two Smart TVs and Amazon Alexa are included. One well-behaved pet is welcome.

Nearby: Blists Hill Victorian Village (3 miles, 8 mins), Ironbridge Gorge Museums (1.2 miles, 5 mins), RAF Cosford Museum (12 miles, 20 mins) and Wroxeter Roman City (10 miles, 18 mins).

Number 4 is ideal for couples or solo travellers wanting a well-located base in one of England's most historically significant areas. Pets welcome. Book early.

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At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Electric central heating
✓Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, espresso machine
✓2 x smart tv, wifi, amazon alexa
✓Fuel, power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Highchair and stairgate available on request
✓Allocated parking for 1 car across the road
✓Front patio with furniture and water feature
✓One well-behaved pet welcome
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop 0.8 miles, pub 0.1 mile
✓Note: due to the age of the property, there are some low ceilings and steps throughout

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Number 4 Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Number 4 during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Shropshire's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

Distance: 0.3 miles (6 min walk)

TF8 7DQ

Blists Hill Victorian Town

Distance: 3.3 miles (7 min drive)

TF7 5UD

Wenlock Priory

Distance: 6.3 miles (11 min drive)

TF13 6HS

Severn Way (2) Shrewsbury to Worcester

Distance: 0.9 miles (3 min drive)

Lightmoor Nature Reserve

Distance: 1.3 miles (3 min drive)

TF4 3QX

The Wrekin

Distance: 8.1 miles (17 min drive)

TF6 5AH

Co-op Food

Distance: 0.8 miles (2 min drive)

TF8 7NJ

Museum Gift Shop

Distance: 0.3 miles (6 min walk)

TF8 7EN

Eley's of Ironbridge

Distance: 1.2 miles (4 min drive)

TF8 7AL

Telford Central Station

Distance: 5.5 miles (9 min drive)

TF3 4LZ

Dawley Bus Station

Distance: 3 miles (7 min drive)

TF4 2AA

Birmingham Airport

Distance: 47.9 miles (1 hr 1 min drive)

B26 3QN

Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

Distance: 0.3 miles (6 min walk)

TF8 7DQ

Blists Hill Victorian Town

Distance: 3.3 miles (7 min drive)

TF7 5UD

Wenlock Priory

Distance: 6.3 miles (11 min drive)

TF13 6HS

Severn Way (2) Shrewsbury to Worcester

Distance: 0.9 miles (3 min drive)

Lightmoor Nature Reserve

Distance: 1.3 miles (3 min drive)

TF4 3QX

The Wrekin

Distance: 8.1 miles (17 min drive)

TF6 5AH

Co-op Food

Distance: 0.8 miles (2 min drive)

TF8 7NJ

Museum Gift Shop

Distance: 0.3 miles (6 min walk)

TF8 7EN

Eley's of Ironbridge

Distance: 1.2 miles (4 min drive)

TF8 7AL

Telford Central Station

Distance: 5.5 miles (9 min drive)

TF3 4LZ

Dawley Bus Station

Distance: 3 miles (7 min drive)

TF4 2AA

Birmingham Airport

Distance: 47.9 miles (1 hr 1 min drive)

B26 3QN

Is Number 4 Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Number 4 sleeps just two guests and is a compact one-bedroom cottage. It is not well suited to families with young children due to the narrow steep stairs, low ceilings and limited space. That said, the Ironbridge Gorge museums and Blists Hill Victorian Village nearby offer excellent days out for older children.

For Couples

Number 4 is well suited to couples. The double bedroom has a comfy bed that guests consistently praise and the cottage has a cosy living area with a decorative log burner. Ironbridge is a 15-minute walk away. A pub is 0.1 miles from the door. The Courtyard Café and Coracle Microbrewery are both close by.

Pet Friendly

One well-behaved pet is welcome at Number 4. Previous guests have brought dogs including a Jack Russell. The Ironbridge Gorge area has excellent walking routes nearby including a popular old railway line walk. The front patio has outdoor furniture so your dog can enjoy some fresh air without going far.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Number 4

The Swan Inn, Ironbridge

Located 1.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TF8 7AW

The Courtyard Café, Coalbrookdale

Located 0.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TF8 7DX

The Furnace Café, Ironbridge

Located 1.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TF8 7NH

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Number 4

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

No, Number 4 does not have a hot tub. If a hot tub is important to you, it's worth checking the other Carpenters' Cottages on the same site as some may offer additional facilities.

Is Number 4 pet friendly?

Yes, one well-behaved pet is welcome at Number 4. The Ironbridge Gorge area has excellent dog walking routes including a popular old railway line walk recommended by previous guests.

How many guests does Number 4 sleep?

Number 4 sleeps two guests in one double bedroom. It is ideally suited to couples or solo travellers looking for a quiet base in Coalbrookdale.

Where is the parking?

There is one allocated parking space located just across the road from the cottage on School Lane. It is a short walk from the car to the front door though note the parking area is down a slight hill from the cottage.

Are the stairs suitable for everyone?

The stairs at Number 4 are narrow and steep due to the age of the property. Guests with limited mobility or those travelling with heavy luggage should take this into account before booking.

What is the bathroom like?

The bathroom has been recently renovated to a high standard and features a walk-in shower with a basin and WC. Multiple guests have praised the shower and the quality of the renovation work.

What is included in the rental price?

Bed linen and towels are included in the rent along with fuel and power. A highchair, stairgate and travel cot are available on request and a £150 good housekeeping bond is required.

Is there Wi-Fi at the cottage?

Wi-Fi is available at Number 4 though it is shared across several cottages on the site. Connection quality can vary so if reliable internet is essential for your stay it is worth bearing this in mind.

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Number 4 Reviews

We arrived at the property a bit late and found the place in a 'used' state. A slept in and unmade bed, used linen goods strewn, empty alcohol bottles, etc. It was obvious that 'someone' had entered the property after the previous postused cleaning and livedslept there before us. We used the owner phone contact numbers and got no reply contact with Sykes saw a cleaning crew arrive within the hour, but it should not have been necessary. They did a very good job. The water system is poor, with little flow and it was impossible to have a shower in the dribble that was barely lukewarm. The boiler had 'do not alter the settings' on it, but what to do when the water isn't warm enough to even wash dishes?! The basic supplies you would normally expect in a property were missing a couple of tea bags just doesn't do it. Parking is nearby but means a climb back uphill after making the difficult turns into the space we found it far better and safer to park in School Road, opposite the Coalbrookdale Community Centre building, 150m along the main road.. Altogether the worst property we've ever rented. Our recommendation is to find somewhere else.

Michael

The cottage was in a great location. It was very small but adequate for the two of us and our small dog. Comfortable sitting and bed with well appointed living area. Kitchen is small. Strictly one person at a time. No dishwasher or washing machine which is no big problem. The stairs are steep so would be tricky for some folk. The water pressure was very low which meant that operating the shower could be difficult. I have one minor complaint On arrival we noticed that the shower head had detached from the wall. In order to inform the owner we contacted Sykes to let them know of the problem. During the call the agent attempted to make contact with the owner but was not able to. He stated that once he had he would call us back or email us. Neither happened. We followed procedures but we're not kept informed as to what would happen next and nobody came out to repair it. Couple of tips for the owner. Light in the bathroom is much too dim and a bedside lamp plus hairdryer would be useful.

Compact but plenty big enough for a couple or a solo traveller. Well equipped kitchen but the knives all need sharpening. The only real negative for me was the water pressure which was so low in the bathroom that flushing the loo meant you had to wait a couple of minutes before there was enough pressure to run the shower. Very convenient for walking to the Ironbridge, the museums, and innumerable woodland footpaths. Also convenient for driving to Shrewsbury and Bridgnorth.

Not a place for anyone with disability problems Quite noisy with traffic outside and traffic lights about 50 yards away We were there in a heatwave and found bedroom very hot , downstairs was cool though. Lots to do near there but some of museums were closed when we went end of June but might improve when national trust finish their refurbishment. Did not cook but everything in place if you need to Parking is a bit out of the way and can be problem finding it to start with but once found is easy. Few negatives but we enjoyed ourselves

Kirstie

Difficult to find the carpark in the dark. I tried to phone but no response, so fortunately found some friendly locals who helped. The cottage itself was very clean and comfortable with great dog walks and I loved my week there.

Lovely little cottage in a great location, just a short and scenic route into town. The cottage has everything we needed apart from a washing machine, and was warm and comfortable. Make sure you have a walk along the old railway line, and don't miss brunch in the courtyard cafe and a pint at the coracle microbrewery everyone is really lovely!

Lovely cottage, very well restored. Loved how you decorated. Especially the woodwork in bathroombedroom. Definitely like to stay again Thank you

Really lovely and cozy cottage and was exactly as described. Was a great base from which to get out and explore Shropshire. If there was anyway to get a bit more light downstairs, I would welcome that. Same with the bathroom too. Bed was really comfy. Bathroom has been done to a high standard but the water pressure in the shower wasn't great which was a shame. Overall would recommend this place for a few nights away

The cottages was perfect in so many ways. Really clean, nicely decorated, the location was perfect for our purposes, and a lot had been made of a tight space. Unfortunately, two things made our stay less enjoyable than we had hoped, and both could have been so easily rectified. The traffic noise from the main road through Coalbrookdale was also an issue, but we should maybe have looked rather more carefully at the location. Firstly, the lighting in the lounge is very poor. Three lowpower bulbs, two of which only produced a faint glimmer, meant that anything other than watching the TV in the evening was almost out of the question. Secondly, there was no proper dining table, just a narrow table along one wall with space for two people to sit sidebyside staring at the wall. The atmosphere was very much like sitting in a bus station late at night waiting for a National Express coach. A goodsized dining table could very easily have been accommodated with just a little bit of thought. Why fill the space with a twoseater settee, an armchair big enough for two people, plus a large pouffetype thing? And why have a wood burner which is not connected to a flue and therefore unuseable, or a sizeable glass cabinet which houses three flower vases? A real shame. Our stay would have been so much nicer with somewhere to sit and eat and better lighting.

Claude-francois

I really enjoyed my stay at this beautiful cottage. Very quirky design, compact and bejeau! Which I loved! Super comfy bed, I slept the best I've done in ages! Good size shower and comfortable living room. Kitchen suitably stocked of utensils, I would suggest a change of knives set as they struggled a bit, but I had no problem cooking here and made use of every available inch! I would like to bring to your attention that the main cooker isn't fitted in and is a bit loose, as is the kitchen tap. I would also suggest a basic supply if tea if coffee for guests, as most places have that.and perhaps a few cleaning products which helps us keep on top of the place. I really enjoyed by 4 nights here, super base for what I needed it for as worked in the area during my stay. Ideally located, lots of walks nearby, I would not hesitate returning here to this cottage again!

Christine

The stairs are an issue, it is difficult to get 2 feet on one step. The kitchen tap is wobbly. The bed is difficult to get in and out of. But it is a nice property, especially if you are short and able bodied. The local pub is great, only serving drinks, but very welcoming.

Very impressed with our stay at No. 4. A lovely little cottage in a small village close to the Ironbridge Gorge museums. Facilities were great and the bathroom was newly renovated. The property was clean. We struggled initially to find the parking despite clear instructions from the owner. A travel cot was listed as being available but this wasnt and the issue was swiftly dealt with by both the owner and Sykes Cottages so I really appreciate this.

No 4 was a gorgeous cottage and we loved our stay. I had done a chat with Nicola before booking and requested a travel cot and highchair. However these weren't in the cottage. Fortunately my daughter had brought a travel cot just in case, as you can imagine if we has relied on rhe booking it would have been a disaster with a 17 month old. It would have also been so much easier at mealtimes with a highchair. Another slight issue was the fact that there was absolutely no phone signal so were concerned at how a Dr or hospital could have been contacted if it was needed

Probably the tiniest cottage we have stayed in but beautifully refurbished, spotlessly clean, comfortable furnishings, well equipped kitchen and brilliant shower. We took camping chairs to sit out as it was very warm but found the road a little too noisy although it didn't disturb indoors. No instructions for rubbish or contact from the owner. Easy, safe walk into lovely Ironbridge and no problem parking near the cottage. Would stay again if price was right.

Christopher

Stairs and door height ought to be noted as they could be a problem for some people. Kitchen well equipped, nice walk in shower. Comfortable bed.

Lovely little cottage well equipped & beautifully presented. Very comfortable bed. It is however very small with some low ceilings & the stairs are very narrow & steep not suitable for everyone. Unfortunately we had a few issues with the hot water despite it being a combi boiler system whilst the water was hot enough in the sinks it was only lukewarm in the powerful shower. Someone was sent out to sort it but it didnt make a noticeable difference. It was a real shame as everything else was of such a high standard.

Super little cottage, owner has thoughtfully provided so much. Cottage very clean, bed comfortable, everywhere tastefully furnished. Very impressed with Coalbrookdale, great walks and sights of interest. Very friendly local pub. The Furnace cafe worth a visit.

The cottage is lovely and quaint. It was clean and tidy and in a great location. However, one of the main reasons for us booking it was the listed Wood Burner which turned out not to be working when we arrived the listing had been edited to say this was not ready until 2024 after we had booked. The water heating was also too temperamental, having to try and get the tap in the perfect position to get any hot water at all this to me is a basic that should be sorted. Finally, the wifi is shared between several cottages which makes it largely unusable with a poor connection and constant buffering. This is also unacceptable given the price paid for the stay. All issues were mentioned to the owners, but it didnt seem they were too keen on resolving them to be honest, maybe given the time of year that we visited.

Lovely little cozy cottage, well situated for the sights and amenities of the Ironbridge area, would definitely recommend.

Deborah

We were changed to number 6 which was very similar due to the wifi not working at number 4 but the property owner was very good and informed us before we arrived and asked if we would like to move to number 6. The property was beautifully done and was very well equipped. Would definitely go again if we were staying in Coalbrookdale.

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Number 4, Ironbridge

About Number 4

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

Number 4 Attractions & Days Out

Is Number 4 Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Swan Inn, Ironbridge

The Courtyard Café, Coalbrookdale

The Furnace Café, Ironbridge

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Number 4 Reviews