About The Dog House

The Dog House is a luxury one-bedroom retreat in Ford, just four miles from Shrewsbury in Shropshire. This stylish property was converted from former stables and sits very close to the River Severn. You get two private parking spaces and a lockable bike store. The enclosed garden features sculptures and a paved patio with outdoor seating.

Superb walking starts straight from the house. Woods, fields and river paths await. Shrewsbury offers over 600 listed buildings including the castle and Abbey. Church Stretton provides walking and cycling routes. Ironbridge Gorge Museums (15 miles, 25 minutes) showcase industrial heritage. Attingham Park (6 miles, 12 minutes) offers National Trust grounds. Much Wenlock (14 miles, 22 minutes) has a 12th Century Priory. Bridgnorth (18 miles, 30 minutes) features the Cliff Railway.

The ground floor has a lounge with TV and French doors, plus a shower room. Upstairs you'll find a well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher and coffee machine, plus a gorgeous bedroom with super-king-size bed and en-suite shower room. The hot tub sits in a private annexe converted from the old stables.

This retreat works perfectly for couples wanting countryside peace near a medieval market town.

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Need To Know

✓Bedrooms: 1
✓Activity: cycling
✓Activity: fishing
✓Bathrooms: 2
✓Dogs allowed: 2
✓Dishwasher
✓Washing machine
✓Garden enclosed
✓Kitchen
✓Towels included
✓Luxury 4G/5
✓Ideal romantic getaway!
✓Other: Hot tub
✓WiFi
✓Oven
✓Oven with hob
✓Private parking
✓Property type: House / Cottage
✓Property type 2: Detached
✓Shop within 1 mile
✓TV

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The Dog House Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding The Dog House 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.

Attingham Park

Distance: 6 miles

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Ironbridge Gorge Museums

Distance: 15 miles

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Shrewsbury Castle

Distance: 4 miles

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River Severn Path

Distance: 0.2 miles

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Church Stretton Hills

Distance: 12 miles

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Haughmond Hill

Distance: 6 miles

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Shrewsbury Town Centre

Distance: 4 miles

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Morrisons Shrewsbury

Distance: 4.5 miles

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Much Wenlock Shops

Distance: 14 miles

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Shrewsbury Railway Station

Distance: 4 miles

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Shrewsbury Golf Club

Distance: 3 miles

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Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Distance: 5 miles

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Attingham Park

Distance: 6 miles

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Ironbridge Gorge Museums

Distance: 15 miles

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Shrewsbury Castle

Distance: 4 miles

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River Severn Path

Distance: 0.2 miles

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Church Stretton Hills

Distance: 12 miles

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Haughmond Hill

Distance: 6 miles

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Shrewsbury Town Centre

Distance: 4 miles

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Morrisons Shrewsbury

Distance: 4.5 miles

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Much Wenlock Shops

Distance: 14 miles

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Shrewsbury Railway Station

Distance: 4 miles

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Shrewsbury Golf Club

Distance: 3 miles

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Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Distance: 5 miles

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Is The Dog House Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

The Dog House is designed specifically as a romantic couples retreat and sleeps only two people in one super-king-size bedroom. There are no facilities for children such as cots, high chairs or toys. The property has stairs to the first floor bedroom and kitchen which may not suit families. The hot tub and enclosed garden are adult-oriented spaces without child safety features mentioned.

For Couples

This romantic retreat offers complete privacy for two with a super-king-size bed dressed in luxury linen. The private hot tub annexe provides intimate relaxation space. French doors open from the lounge onto an enclosed garden with sculptures and patio seating. The first floor kitchen has a table for two perfect for candlelit dinners. Peaceful countryside surrounds the property with riverside walks starting from the door.

Pet Friendly

Up to two dogs are welcome at The Dog House. The property provides an outdoor lockable heated kennel with run and security lighting for safe temporary housing. A spare crate sits in the utility room. The enclosed garden keeps dogs secure while playing outdoors. Superb walking routes through woods, fields and along the River Severn start directly from the house without needing to drive anywhere first.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Dog House

The Mytton and Mermaid

Located 2.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY5 6QG

The Armoury

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY1 1PU

Stop Café Shrewsbury

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY1 1JE

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Dog House

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes, The Dog House has a private hot tub in a converted stables annexe. You can use it in any weather and it provides a perfect space to relax after exploring Shropshire.

Is it pet friendly?

The property welcomes up to two dogs. Facilities include an outdoor lockable heated kennel with run, security lighting and a spare crate in the utility room.

How many people does The Dog House sleep?

This property sleeps two people in one bedroom. The bedroom has a super-king-size bed with luxury linen and an en-suite shower room.

What parking is available?

Two private parking spaces are provided onsite. There's also a lockable bike store for secure cycle storage during your stay.

What kitchen facilities are included?

The first floor kitchen has an electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher and coffee machine. A dining table for two sits in the kitchen area.

Can I walk my dog from the property?

Yes, superb walking starts directly from the house. You can access countryside paths leading through woods, fields and along the River Severn without driving anywhere.

How far is Shrewsbury from The Dog House?

Shrewsbury is four miles away. This medieval market town has over 600 listed buildings, a castle, Abbey, theatre and independent shops.

What laundry facilities are available?

The utility room contains a washing machine, tumble dryer and clothes airer. There's also plenty of space for storing boots and coats.

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The Dog House Reviews

Sarah

Great spot, lovely placeand the hot tub was huge and perfect for unwinding. Andy was super helpful too!

Mark

The cottage's location near Shrewsbury is perfect and quiet. Andy's hospitality was genuinely lovely - so welcoming and friendly. The hot tub was a real highlight! Everything was spotless and well-kept. We had a fantastic break and can't wait to return soon!

Emily

We really enjoyed our stay at the Dog House. Andy was such a friendly hostand our dogs absolutely loved meeting Roly - they haven't stopped talking about it! The house itself was lovely, spaciousand kept to a high standard. The location was perfect, with a chip shop, Indianand Nisa just a short walk away. It's great for exploring Shrewsbury and the surrounding towns. The hot tub was massive and protected in a covered area, so rain wasn't an issue at all. We'd definitely come back!

Emma Clarke

The house was fantastic, with a great location and a lovely hot tub. We appreciated the thoughtful gifts for us and the doggies too!

Emma

The cottage was lovelyand we felt really well looked after. The hot tub was a big highlight! Great communication from the host too.

Samuel

We really enjoyed our stay again. The place is charmingand the hot tub was perfect, even during that windy weather! Hope to return soon!

Alex

We spent three nights here and loved the cosy feel of the place. The hot tub was a real highlight, definitely recommend!

Emma Carter

We had a lovely stay at this cosy cottage near Shrewsbury. It's kept spotless and feels really homely. The hot tub is a real highlight - plenty of jets, bubblesand mood lighting make it perfect for unwinding. Andrew was a fantastic host, friendly without being overbearing, always ready to help if needed. We also enjoyed dining out at Saffron Cottage for delicious Indian foodand the nearby COOP offered some surprisingly good ready meals. Overall, a really great place to relax and enjoy!

James

Really enjoyed our stay! The place was exactly as described - cosy, plushand welcoming. Appreciated the thoughtful welcome gifts. Can't wait to come back soon!

Emma T.

Really enjoyed our stay at the dog house, definitely coming back, thanks a lot Andy!

Jessie

We had a lovely time at 'The Dog House' in Shrewsbury! Andy, the owner, was super friendly and made us feel really welcome. The best part was definitely the hot tub outside - perfect for relaxing after a day out. The place was spotlessly kept and looked great. As dog-lovers, we appreciated how pet-friendly it was, with easy access to beautiful forest walks nearby. Definitely a top spot for a relaxing break with your furry mate!

Gary

Really clean and well equipped cottage in a great location. Host very personable and attentive. Would recommend the Dog House

Jamie

We had a fantastic stay at The Dog House! It's perfectly located - not too close to the busy spots, but still within easy reach of everything. The cottage itself is cosy and well-equipped, with all the comforts you'd want, plus some nice little extras. The host, Andy, was super friendly and made us feel really welcome. There's also a handy shop just a minute away, so grabbing snacks or drinks was never an issue. Honestly, we're already planning to come back soon!

Linda

This property is fabulous and very well maintained! It has such a high quality finish. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend it to others.

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The Dog House, Shropshire

About The Dog House

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

The Dog House Attractions & Days Out

Is The Dog House Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Mytton and Mermaid

The Armoury

Stop Café Shrewsbury

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

The Dog House Reviews