The Fishermans Retreat is a traditional three-bedroom cottage in Highley near Bewdley in Shropshire. It sits directly on the banks of the River Severn with waterside views from the large patio. The property forms part of a small cluster of cottages beside Highley Station on the Severn Valley Railway.
The location offers direct access to riverside walks and cycling routes. You can fish for barbel on a three-quarter mile beat of the River Severn with daily tickets available onsite. The 18th-century Ship Inn sits right at the property and serves food year-round.
The cottage sleeps six across three bedrooms. Upstairs you'll find one double and one twin room. Downstairs there's a twin bedroom with TV plus a wet room.
The Fishermans Retreat is a traditional three-bedroom cottage in Highley near Bewdley in Shropshire. It sits directly on the banks of the River Severn with waterside views from the large patio. The property forms part of a small cluster of cottages beside Highley Station on the Severn Valley Railway.
The location offers direct access to riverside walks and cycling routes. You can fish for barbel on a three-quarter mile beat of the River Severn with daily tickets available onsite. The 18th-century Ship Inn sits right at the property and serves food year-round.
The cottage sleeps six across three bedrooms. Upstairs you'll find one double and one twin room. Downstairs there's a twin bedroom with TV plus a wet room. The first floor has a bathroom with shower over bath. The lounge features exposed beams and a wood burner. The kitchen-diner includes an electric oven and microwave.
Severn Valley Railway's Engine House visitor centre sits behind the cottages. Bridgnorth station is 20 minutes away by car. Local farm shops and vineyards operate throughout the year.
Three dogs are welcome at this waterside retreat. Perfect for anglers and railway enthusiasts.
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Direct access to River Severn with stunning waterside views from the large patio seating area and peaceful surroundings.
The Ship Inn 18th-century free house serves food year-round right at the property with pre-booking essential for meals.
Severn Valley Railway's Highley Station sits directly behind the cottages with the Engine House visitor centre housing full-sized locomotives.
Three-quarter mile beat of River Severn famous for challenging barbel fishing with daily tickets available to purchase onsite.
Direct access from your door to riverside walks and cycling routes with marked trails available for further exploration.
Three dogs welcome with dog-friendly pub onsite and Severn Valley Railway allowing dogs on the heritage steam trains.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
The Fishermans Retreat is located in Highley near Bewdley in Shropshire. Follow signs to Highley and look for the property on the banks of the River Severn beside the Severn Valley Railway station. Parking is available onsite.
The nearest mainline station is approximately 20 minutes' drive from the property. Alternatively, arrive via the Severn Valley Railway heritage line which has Highley Station located directly behind the cottages.
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Postcode: WV16 6NU
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Postcode: DY14 8BS
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Postcode: DY12 2EE
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