The Garden Lodge in Upton Cressett near Bridgnorth | Must-See Shropshire Hot Tub Cottage

About The Garden Lodge

The Garden Lodge is a single-storey lodge converted from a former Air Force barracks wash house in Criddon, Shropshire. This ground-floor property sits within the owner's extensive mature garden spanning almost an acre. The lodge offers couples a peaceful rural escape with secure bike storage and off-road parking for one car.

The isolated countryside setting provides complete peace away from daily life. You can explore woodland paths, watch pheasants and peacocks, or relax by the firepit toasting marshmallows. The garden features multiple secluded seating areas and beautiful night lighting.

Inside you'll find open-plan living space with a well-equipped kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric fire. The double bedroom has ample storage and an en-suite shower room with heated towel rail. All fuel, power, bed linen, towels, WiFi and Freeview TV are included.

Bridgnorth sits 3.9 miles away (10 minutes). RAF Museum Cosford is nearby (15 minutes). Ironbridge Gorge with its 10 museums lies 15 miles away (25 minutes). Much Wenlock is 8 miles distant (18 minutes).

The Garden Lodge suits couples wanting total relaxation and garden lovers. Hosts Liz and Andrew provide exceptional hospitality with generous welcome packs and homemade scones.

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Need To Know

✓Electric wall heaters and electric fire
✓Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with icebox, tv with freeview and wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Off-road parking for one car
✓Shared use of owner's mature garden and patio with furniture
✓Secure bike storage
✓Sorry, no pets and no smoking
✓Shop and pub 2.7 miles
✓Note: open ponds in the garden, please take care

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to The Garden Lodge

Exceptional Hosts

Liz and Andrew provide generous welcome packs with local produce, homemade scones with damson jam and thoughtful touches throughout your stay.

Stunning Mature Garden

Almost an acre of mature trees, woodland paths, open ponds, firepit and secluded seating areas beautifully lit at night for exploration.

Spotlessly Clean Lodge

Ground-floor accommodation consistently praised for cleanliness, comfortable bed, quality furnishings and well-equipped kitchen for home cooking.

Peaceful Rural Location

Isolated countryside setting in Criddon provides complete tranquility, perfect for couples seeking relaxation away from daily life.

Wildlife Watching

Garden attracts pheasants, peacocks, nuthatches, rabbits and owls. Guests report opening curtains to find pheasants just feet away.

Perfect Shropshire Base

Bridgnorth 3.9 miles away, Ironbridge 15 miles, with many historic attractions, country parks and riverside walks within 30 minutes drive.

Getting To The Garden Lodge

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach The Garden Lodge by car, head to Criddon in Shropshire using postcode WV16 6UJ for your sat nav. The lodge is set in an isolated rural location with convenient off-road parking for one car upon arrival.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Bridgnorth, approximately 3.9 miles away. From there you'll need to arrange a taxi to reach the lodge in this rural countryside setting.

Off-road parking for one car

Bridgnorth station (3.9 miles)

Rural Criddon location, Shropshire

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

RAF Museum Cosford

Distance: 8 miles

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Ironbridge Gorge Museums

Distance: 15 miles

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Bridgnorth Castle & Cliff Railway

Distance: 3.9 miles

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Severn Valley Country Park

Distance: 4 miles

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River Severn Walks Bridgnorth

Distance: 3.9 miles

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Clee Hills Walking Routes

Distance: 12 miles

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Bridgnorth Town Centre

Distance: 3.9 miles

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Ludlow Market

Distance: 20 miles

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Shrewsbury Shopping

Distance: 20 miles

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Bridgnorth Railway Station

Distance: 3.9 miles

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Local Pub & Shop

Distance: 2.7 miles

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Severn Valley Railway

Distance: 3.9 miles

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RAF Museum Cosford

Distance: 8 miles

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Ironbridge Gorge Museums

Distance: 15 miles

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Bridgnorth Castle & Cliff Railway

Distance: 3.9 miles

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Severn Valley Country Park

Distance: 4 miles

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River Severn Walks Bridgnorth

Distance: 3.9 miles

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Clee Hills Walking Routes

Distance: 12 miles

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Bridgnorth Town Centre

Distance: 3.9 miles

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Ludlow Market

Distance: 20 miles

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Shrewsbury Shopping

Distance: 20 miles

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Bridgnorth Railway Station

Distance: 3.9 miles

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Local Pub & Shop

Distance: 2.7 miles

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Severn Valley Railway

Distance: 3.9 miles

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Is The Garden Lodge Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

The Garden Lodge is not suitable for children. This property is designed specifically for couples seeking a peaceful retreat. The owner's garden contains open ponds which present safety concerns. The isolated rural location and romantic atmosphere make this an adults-only accommodation focused on relaxation and tranquility rather than family activities.

For Couples

Perfect romantic retreat for two. The single-storey lodge offers complete privacy in almost an acre of mature gardens. Enjoy alfresco dining on the patio, toast marshmallows by the firepit under the stars and explore secluded garden seating areas beautifully lit at night. The comfortable double bedroom and cosy electric fire create an intimate atmosphere. Hosts provide homemade scones and generous welcome packs for special touches.

Pet Friendly

Pets are not allowed at The Garden Lodge. The property sits within the owner's extensive mature garden which contains open ponds presenting safety risks for animals. The garden also attracts wildlife including pheasants, peacocks, rabbits and various bird species. The owners maintain these grounds as wildlife habitats, making the property unsuitable for visiting pets.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Garden Lodge

The Down Inn

Located 2.7 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: WV16 4ST

The Halfway House Inn

Located 3.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: WV16 6JN

The Black Boy Bridgnorth

Located 3.9 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: WV16 4AP

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Garden Lodge

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

No, The Garden Lodge does not have a hot tub. The property features a firepit in the garden where you can toast marshmallows and relax under the stars instead.

Is it pet friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at The Garden Lodge. The property sits within the owner's extensive garden which contains open ponds and wildlife habitats unsuitable for pets.

How many people does The Garden Lodge sleep?

The Garden Lodge sleeps 2 guests in one double bedroom. This ground-floor property is designed specifically for couples seeking a peaceful countryside retreat.

What cooking facilities are available?

The open-plan kitchen includes an electric oven and hob, microwave and fridge with icebox. Guests consistently report the kitchen is well-equipped for preparing home-cooked meals during their stay.

Is parking available at the property?

Yes, there is off-road parking for one car at The Garden Lodge. The property also provides secure bike storage for guests who wish to bring bicycles.

What is included in the rental cost?

Fuel, power, bed linen, towels, WiFi and Freeview TV are all included in the rent. Hosts Liz and Andrew also provide a generous welcome pack with local produce and homemade scones.

Can guests use the garden?

Yes, guests have shared use of the owner's mature garden spanning almost an acre. The garden features woodland paths, multiple seating areas, a firepit and is beautifully lit at night.

How far is the nearest shop?

The nearest shop and pub are 2.7 miles away from The Garden Lodge. Guests are advised that having a car is essential for accessing shops and local attractions.

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The Garden Lodge Reviews

Great place Clean and warm Good for visiting

Second stay at garden lodge. Cant praise this place enough clean, comfortable, lovely garden, delicious scones & welcome pack. Lots to do within a 30 minute drive, Iron bridge, the Black Country museum, RAF Cosford & lots of lovely towns to visit. Thank you Liz.

Second time we have stayed at the Garden Lodge, and once again have had a very pleasant stay. The owners are always so friendly and helpful. And the setting in such a lovely garden adds to the enjoyment of this excellent place. My wife and I have enjoyed the peaceful and refreshing atmosphere.

We had a lovely weekend,we were well looked after by Liz, highly recommended,thank you so much. ..... Regards Mary and Steve

Yaling

The garden Lodge The accommodation was every thing we hoped it would be clean and well maintained, the garden was absolutely amazing and so relaxing our stay was just perfect Liz and Andy were the perfect hosts. Thank you Yaling & William PS Liz the scones were wonderful

The owners provided very comprehensive information for visitors and the welcome pack was much appreciated. The lodge was very comfortable, clean and fully equipped.

This is a lovely place to stay. Liz and Andy are lovely friendly people who made us feel very welcome. The Lodge and gardens are beautiful. I would thoroughly recommend staying here.

Liz and Andrew are wonderful hosts. The Garden Lodge is set in lovely large gardens, beautifully lit at night, with secluded outdoor seating areas. Our hosts supplied a very generous welcome pack. There are so many wonderful places to drive to within a 40 min radius. All the country roads are very quiet. We had a very good holiday with visits to National Trust and English Heritage properties, canoeing on the Severn and Heritage railway trips, and a visit to the RAF museum at Cosford.

I really enjoyed my long weekend stay here. It exceeded my expectations and resulted in a peaceful and relaxing stay. Liz was very helpful when needed but otherwise left me to myself. I enjoy the remoteness and countryside. A wonderful area.

Amazing garden very clean comfortable lodge, very good welcome pack. Liz made us some lovely cream scones with home made Damson jam picked from the garden. Very welcoming hosts who made you feel that nothing was too much trouble. Lots to do within half an hours drive ie Iron bridge museums, Black Country museum & Dudley zoo. We are looking forward to a return visit.

Anthony

What a lovely place. The host were very friendly and we had a wonderfully relaxed stay which was just what we are after, thanks very much

Lovely lodge set in the middle of this quiet, enclosed garden. Good based from which to explore the area. Well worth staying just for the welcome pack !

Tracey

We had an excellent 3 night stay at the end of May. Garden Lodge was in a lovely setting, with a lovely garden. The place was well equipped and we wanted for nothing. The breakfast hamper was a delightful touch. The hosts were very friendly and ensured we had everything we needed. There was a plentiful supply of information for days out. Highly recommend Garden Lodge for a relaxing stay.

Rosemary

Accommodation was clean, comfortable, spacious and had everything we needed. The 'Welcome Pack' was delicious along with the homemade scones Liz brought across during the week. We had a peaceful and relaxing week and would recommend staying here.

William

We had a lovely stay at the Garden Lodge, with it's beautiful garden. Liz & Andrew couldn't have been more welcoming. The accommodation was clean and comfortable, and had everything we needed, the welcome package of sausage, bacon, eggs, black pudding and soft crusty bread was delicious, Liz very kindly brought over some home made scones, cream and home made jam which were also delicious. We would definately recommend the Garden Lodge if you're looking for a peaceful and relaxing location. Thank you Liz & Andrew.

Pamela

The Garden Lodge was everything we thought it would be and so much more! Good quality furnishings, very comfortable bed and lovely, thoughtful touches everywhere you looked. It was so comfortable and relaxing, we wanted to stay longer! The surrounding garden area was outstanding and we loved watching the birds. This place is a corner of heaven and a credit to Liz and Andrew. They made us feel very welcome! Thank you.

Stephen

Hosts extremely welcoming and pleasant throughout our stay. Lodge is beautiful and very comfortable. Gardens are very interesting and reflect the interest and endeavour of the owners, Liz and Andrew. It was a shame that we couldn't sit out to enjoy the garden and the peaceful place due to it being winter. Overall a great little place to get away to. Many thanks to our hosts. Steve and Jean.

Had a lovely week despite the weather, many thanks to Liz and Andy especially keeping in touch regarding the weather. A very warm welcome and a lovely welcome pack. The property is lovely and very comfortable with beautiful surroyndings, all in all a great week.

We have just come back from an excellent stay at The Garden Lodge. We found the hosts to be really helpful and friendly with a great welcome pack on arrival and some delicious homemade scones.The accomodation was very comfortable and clean with everything you needed for a stay.We would recommend the Garden Lodge and would definitely stay again. Date of stay 21st to 24th November.

We were made very welcome as ever and enjoyed our return visit. Thank you Liz and Andy

The Garden Lodge was lovely to stay at, perfect for doing absolutely nothing and winding down. Thank you so much!

Melanie

What a gem. Liz and Andrew could not have been more friendly. The information beforehand and the welcome pack were excellent. The accomodation provided everything we needed for our stay. Would be very happy to stay here again.

Met my needs totally. Clean, well appointed and very welcoming.

The cottage was extremely clean, comfortable and ideally located for exploring many of the NT and HH sites in the surrounding area. The weather could have been kinder but we throughly enjoyed our stay and would have no hesitation in recommending the Garden Lodge to others. Thanks again Liz for all of your kindness and hospitality.

Viorel

I just wan say the place it amazing . Beautiful and so relaxing definitely I will go back very soon .I fully recommend,the garden so lovely make you to stay and the owners make you feel welcome.Thank you very much see you soon

It's our 2nd time back, we loved it so much last August and we decided to come back this year as it's the most wonderful place to stay. Liz and Andy the owners are so welcoming and approachable and will always take time out to talk to you. They joined us one evening outside when we had the fire pit on. The gardens are amazing and it was lovely to sit outside and listen to the owls and all the wildlife. It was so peaceful and relaxing.The lodge itself is cosy and comfy and has everything you need and we ate in most nights.The welcome pack was amazing and so were the scones that Liz made. Most evenings we went for a walk to watch sunset as they were stunning and then came back and sat in the garden. The only downside was coming home. It's one of my favourite places plus it's not far from lots of beautiful national trust places. If I could rate this 10 out of 10 I would. It's an ideal place for couples or people who just want to take time out.

Our second stay at Garden Lodge and it was just as good this time. Liz and Andy were very welcoming. It was spotlessly clean and the generous welcome pack was amazing as was the cream tea Liz very kindly provided later in the week. The Lodge was nicely furnished and the kitchen was well equiped. Lovely bedroom, super comfy bed, plenty of storage. Bathroom was great with large shower cubicle. Complimentary toiletries also offered choice of bathtowelsbathsheets and choice of duvet. Oh and by the way the garden is absolutely stunning!! Would highly recommend. We've already booked for next year!

We had a lovely relaxing stay at the Garden Lodge which is very comfortable and set in the most beautiful garden. Liz and Andrew were very friendly and helpful without intruding. We had a wonderful time. George & Diana x

A most enjoyable few days break in this pleasant cottage in a beautiful garden. Congratulations on the excellent and thoughtful service provided.

William

A lovely little lodge in a wonderful garden. Liz made us feel very at home and the Welcome pack was full of quality produce. Plenty of places of interest to visit nearby. I would not hesitate to return.

Catherine

Really enjoyed our stay here. Everything about it was lovely including the owners who couldnt have made us feel more welcome. Hope to be back again

Just had a lovely week at garden lodge the cottage was very cosy and quiet the ... Just had a lovely week at garden lodge the cottage was very cosy and quiet the garden was a dream and the owners were very welcoming and helpful and we will be back again l

We enjoyed our stay in the Garden Lodge, We would highly recommend it. The lodge was comfortable, clean and very well appointed. The gardens were really pretty and relaxing. Our hosts were so welcoming and friendly and provided us with many enjoyable treats. We would go again.

Another great stay at the Garden Lodge. Great place to relax. Beautiful garden.

Andrew

The most welcoming hosts we have ever had the pleasure to meet and share our time with. This is a gem of a cottage and the garden is just so big ! Wonderful trees plants and colours. Quiet and cosy with wonderful views over the surrounding countryside. Not far from Bridgnorth and the severn valley railway is a definite bonus. So is ironbridge. Lots to see and do here. We will be returning. Thank you for a memorable week.

The Garden Lodge was lovely, comfortable and in the lovely setting of the garden. The garden had lots of areas to sit and relax. The facitilies were everything required, we cooked a few meals there. The bed was very comfortable. The hosts were friendly and helpful. The host Liz cooked scones and made some for us even gluten free for so I wasn't left out. We had a lovely relaxing holiday. Would definitely recommend.

Michael

Fantastic place ideal for a couple, we enjoyed every minute of staying there. The Down Inn had wonderful food, main menu & carvery. the area is a delight

Yet again we were made to feel really welcome. It is always a pleasure to visit this property. Such a lovely setting, especially the gardens. Every time we've been we've noticed something different. An ideal base for exploring the area too.

Susanne

The hosts Liz and Andrew are exceptional as described by other guests so echo what they have said. . The location is great for exploring Shropshire by car. The area is in a global top ten of best places to visit in UK!

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The Garden Lodge, Upton Cressett

About The Garden Lodge

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

What Guests Love

Exceptional Hosts

Stunning Mature Garden

Spotlessly Clean Lodge

Peaceful Rural Location

Wildlife Watching

Perfect Shropshire Base

Getting To The Garden Lodge

By Car

By Train

Attractions & More Nearby

Is The Garden Lodge Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Down Inn

The Halfway House Inn

The Black Boy Bridgnorth

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

The Garden Lodge Reviews

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