
Ploughmans Cottage is a semi-detached countryside retreat in Wem, Shropshire. Set close to the England/Wales border, this recently renovated property sleeps four guests across two bedrooms. The cottage features far-reaching countryside views and welcomes up to two dogs.
Peaceful Shropshire countryside surrounds the property. Hawkstone Park Follies sits just a couple of miles away with 100 acres of woodlands and caves. The Shropshire Hills and North Wales are both a few miles from your door. Shrewsbury is 14 miles away and Whitchurch is 7 miles.
The accommodation includes a super-king-size zip-and-link bed (convertible to twin on request) and one double bedroom upstairs.
Ploughmans Cottage is a semi-detached countryside retreat in Wem, Shropshire. Set close to the England/Wales border, this recently renovated property sleeps four guests across two bedrooms. The cottage features far-reaching countryside views and welcomes up to two dogs.
Peaceful Shropshire countryside surrounds the property. Hawkstone Park Follies sits just a couple of miles away with 100 acres of woodlands and caves. The Shropshire Hills and North Wales are both a few miles from your door. Shrewsbury is 14 miles away and Whitchurch is 7 miles.
The accommodation includes a super-king-size zip-and-link bed (convertible to twin on request) and one double bedroom upstairs. Downstairs you'll find a country-style kitchen with tiled flooring, a lounge with wood burner and Smart TV, plus a ground-floor WC. The contemporary family bathroom has a shower over the bath. Private parking for four cars is available on the driveway.
Visit Attingham Park (16 miles, 25 minutes), Wroxeter Roman City (17 miles, 27 minutes), Ironbridge Gorge (25 miles, 35 minutes) or Tilstock Sky Diving (5 miles, 10 minutes). Corbet Wood and Grinshill offer free parking and forest walks nearby.
Perfect for couples and small families with dogs. Ploughmans Cottage delivers space, comfort and access to outstanding walking routes.
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Dogs love roaming and sniffing in the spacious garden. An additional panel can be attached to the gate to prevent small dogs escaping through gaps.
The crackling wood burner keeps the cottage toastie warm on chilly evenings. Guests appreciated how cosy and welcoming the lounge felt throughout their stay.
Owners provide a lovely welcome basket with milk in the fridge. Dog provisions, blankets and even a sewing kit are included for guest convenience.
Recent renovation has made the cottage feel wonderfully spacious. The well-equipped kitchen and contemporary bathroom impressed guests who stayed for week-long breaks.
Walking routes are easy to pick up a short distance away. Hawkstone Park Follies, Corbet Wood and Pontesbury waterfall are all within easy reach for dog walkers.
Four parking spaces on the driveway provide plenty of room. The location near the A49 offers good road connections to surrounding areas and attractions.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Ploughmans Cottage by car, take the A49 and turn off onto the B5065 towards Wem. The cottage is easily accessible and you'll have convenient private parking for four cars on the driveway upon arrival.
For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Shrewsbury, approximately 14 miles away. From there, it's a straightforward taxi journey to your Shropshire countryside retreat.
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