About The Larches

The Larches is a self-catering holiday property set in the peaceful Shropshire countryside near Craven Arms. This location offers easy access to the Welsh borders and the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The surrounding area provides excellent walking routes and outdoor activities. You can explore rolling hills and quiet country lanes. The market town of Craven Arms sits nearby with local shops and pubs.

The accommodation includes multiple lodge options sleeping different party sizes. Each unit features fully equipped kitchens and comfortable living spaces. The lodges provide modern amenities with traditional countryside settings.

Stokesay Castle stands 2 miles away (5 minutes). Ludlow Castle is 7 miles north (15 minutes). The Long Mynd offers spectacular views 8 miles away (18 minutes). Shrewsbury town centre sits 25 miles distant (40 minutes).

The Larches suits families and groups wanting countryside breaks. Pet-friendly policies welcome dogs. Book here for genuine Shropshire countryside experiences with excellent access to historic sites and natural landscapes.

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At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Oil central heating with underfloor heating to ground floor
✓Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
✓Smart tv with sky, wifi, selection of games
✓Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available
✓Off-road parking for 3 cars
✓Enclosed wrap-around garden with lawn, patio, and furniture
✓Access to initial 1
✓5 acres of land, and 25 acres of woodland and a stream
✓Two well-behaved dogs welcome (not allowed upstairs or on furniture)
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop and pub 2.9 miles
✓Note: dogs must be kept on lead in the woodland area
✓Note: please supervise children and dogs near the stream
✓Note: low beams in bedrooms
✓Note: there is a security camera over the driveway which will be switched off whilst guests are staying

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The Larches Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding The Larches 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.

Stokesay Castle

Distance: 2 miles

SY7 9AH

Ludlow Castle

Distance: 7 miles

SY8 1AY

Acton Scott Historic Working Farm

Distance: 4 miles

SY6 6QN

The Long Mynd

Distance: 8 miles

SY6 6JG

Stiperstones Nature Reserve

Distance: 10 miles

SY5 0NG

Bury Ditches Hill Fort

Distance: 6 miles

SY7 0NH

Tesco Craven Arms

Distance: 2 miles

SY7 9PY

Co-op Craven Arms

Distance: 2 miles

SY7 9NZ

Ludlow Market

Distance: 7 miles

SY8 1AS

Craven Arms Railway Station

Distance: 2 miles

SY7 9PY

Shrewsbury Town Centre

Distance: 25 miles

SY1 1UQ

Church Stretton

Distance: 9 miles

SY6 6BU

Stokesay Castle

Distance: 2 miles

SY7 9AH

Ludlow Castle

Distance: 7 miles

SY8 1AY

Acton Scott Historic Working Farm

Distance: 4 miles

SY6 6QN

The Long Mynd

Distance: 8 miles

SY6 6JG

Stiperstones Nature Reserve

Distance: 10 miles

SY5 0NG

Bury Ditches Hill Fort

Distance: 6 miles

SY7 0NH

Tesco Craven Arms

Distance: 2 miles

SY7 9PY

Co-op Craven Arms

Distance: 2 miles

SY7 9NZ

Ludlow Market

Distance: 7 miles

SY8 1AS

Craven Arms Railway Station

Distance: 2 miles

SY7 9PY

Shrewsbury Town Centre

Distance: 25 miles

SY1 1UQ

Church Stretton

Distance: 9 miles

SY6 6BU

Is The Larches Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

The Larches offers great outdoor space for children to explore safely. Acton Scott Historic Working Farm sits 4 miles away with hands-on farm experiences and Victorian farming demonstrations. The surrounding countryside provides natural play areas and wildlife spotting opportunities. Ludlow Castle offers interactive history displays that engage younger visitors. Walking trails suit family groups with various difficulty levels available nearby.

For Couples

The Larches provides peaceful countryside seclusion perfect for romantic breaks. The quiet rural setting offers privacy and relaxation away from crowds. Ludlow town sits 7 miles away with excellent restaurants and independent shops for romantic meals out. Walking routes across the Shropshire Hills create memorable shared experiences. The comfortable lodge accommodation provides cosy evenings together after exploring historic castles and scenic viewpoints.

Pet Friendly

The Larches welcomes dogs with excellent facilities for pet owners. The rural location provides immediate access to walking routes and open countryside from your door. Multiple footpaths lead directly from the property for morning and evening walks. The Shropshire Hills offer extensive dog-friendly trails nearby. Enclosed outdoor spaces let dogs exercise safely. Local pubs in Craven Arms welcome well-behaved dogs inside.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Larches

The Craven Arms Hotel

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY7 9NZ

The Sun Inn

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY7 9DG

The Green Cafe Ludlow

Located 7 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY8 1EJ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Larches

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

No, The Larches does not have a hot tub. The property focuses on comfortable indoor accommodation and outdoor countryside access instead.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes, The Larches welcomes dogs. The rural location provides excellent walking opportunities right from the property for exercising your pets.

What facilities are included in the lodges?

Each lodge has a fully equipped kitchen with oven, hob, fridge and microwave. Living areas include comfortable seating and dining spaces for your group size.

How far is the nearest shop?

Craven Arms town centre is approximately 2 miles away with supermarkets and local shops. You can reach it in about 5 minutes by car for supplies.

What outdoor activities are available nearby?

The Shropshire Hills offer extensive walking and hiking trails. The Long Mynd and Stiperstones provide challenging routes with spectacular views across the countryside.

Is there parking at the property?

Yes, off-road parking is provided for guests. Each lodge has dedicated parking spaces right next to the accommodation.

What historic sites can we visit?

Stokesay Castle is 2 miles away and Ludlow Castle 7 miles north. Both offer fascinating medieval history and are easy day trips from the property.

How far is the nearest train station?

Craven Arms railway station sits approximately 2 miles from The Larches. The station provides regular services to Shrewsbury and South Wales destinations.

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Beautiful lodge, perfect surroundings, couldnt ask for anything more. Private woodland was perfect for walks with our dog. We are looking forward to returning in the future. Karen, Tony and family

A nice property and we enjoyed the quiet setting in an area we know well and enjoy. The rough, single track public approach road was very off putting. This is a very hot house! The metal roof?? The few opening windows & the doors are on the sunny sides. It was very difficult to get any throughflow of air. The bedroom was too warm even before the heatwave. Rather than a 10.5tog duvet, a summer weight duvet or simply a top sheet and thin bedspread would give visitors some choice, and floor standing fans are essential upstairs and down. We left a gentle little note for the owners, to suggest this. Our own fans were inadequate. We would visit again and would choose early spring or late autumn when, hopefully, it would be cooler.

Had a wonderful stay at the Larches. Modern and clean, set in a beautifully tranquil space surrounded by stunning nature and scenery. Our dog loved it here and the owners were kind enough to leave some welcome gifts on arrival. So thoughtful. Highly recommended and we will hopefully be back again.

This was our second stay and won't be the last. It is a beautiful property in beautiful surroundings. We very much enjoyed our relaxing break. The property contains everything we needed for our stay. We look forward to returning for another relaxing holiday.

I have stayed at a number of cottages with Sykes but The Larches was the best so far. Very clean and comfortable with everything that was promised and needed. A delightful peaceful atmosphere I would gladly return to. Even with a poor weather week I would have stayed longer

Lovely location with the outdoor space totally fenced off for our dog to enjoy. The Larches was spotlessly cleaned, comfortable and warm. We loved our time here and would definitely recommend it.

Wow! An amazing property. Spotlessly clean, attractively decorated and furnished, and really well equipped. It has everything you could need for a perfect stay. As others have said, the view out of the massive French doors is fabulous. So good in fact that we found it difficult to venture too far away! The cottage is open plan so feels airy and spacious but is cosy and warm too. The king size bed was really comfortable. The owners private woodland was wonderful for daily walks and we spotted dear every time. The location is so quiet and peaceful and the lack of light pollution means night skies are stunningly starry. I know Im rambling but I cant praise the Larches highly enough. We did visit some of the many picturesque villages and towns within an easy drive away, the highlight being Ludlow. Book the Larches, you wont be disappointed and we would love to return.

William

Modern, clean spacious property with a great view through the patio doors to the outdoor patio area, garden, and beyond. Excellent rural location and the bonus of a private woodland walk courtesy of host Steve, really handy for walking the dog. Nice touch with welcome pack too. Would book again.

Angela

Lovely place to stay. Peaceful and hidden away. Garden is super safe for even the smallest dogs to enjoy. Lovely hosts always ready and happy to help.

Sharon

We really enjoyed our stay at the larches,it was our 2nd time there already booked again for next year,my dogs elsa & maisie loved running around in such a large garden,highly recommended to anyone looking to stay there. ..

This is our 2nd visit to The Larches. It is a great cottage in a brilliant location. So modern, clean and comfortable. Everything you could need for an 'escape to the country'. Secure garden for our Border Terrier. I am sure we will be going back for a 3rd visit. Marian, Col and Angus

Such a lovely property spotlessly clean, well equipped, comfortable sofas and beds, and in such a beautiful location. The garden was amazing for the dog and the log burner was perfect after wet and windy autumn walks. Thank to the hosts, we would love to return one day soon.

This was our second stay at The Larches in six months. We absolutely love it. Louise and Steve have prepared and maintained the place beautifully, inside and out, and it suits us and our dog perfectly. We will certainly be back agin.

Steven

Great accommodation,will definitely recommend

Amazing pet friendly property which includes access to extensive woodland. Cleanliness and facilities at the property are outstanding.

Such a lovely, pet friendly lodge. Louise and Steve were extremely friendly and helped us with everything we needed. The place was sparkling clean, and well equipped with everything we could need. The surrounding area is just pure green, calmness and beauty. We will definitely come back!

Jeremy

The Larches is the perfect location for a supremely restful vacation.

Lovely cottage in a beautiful wooded clearing, very quiet, secluded and ... Lovely cottage in a beautiful wooded clearing, very quiet, secluded and peaceful, cottage was extremely clean and had everything you need, garden very secure for the dogs, owners Louise and Steve were most helpful if we needed anything,

Carolyn

What a beautiful week we've had. The Larchers is spotlessly clean.The dogs loved the garden, very peaceful place I'm sure we will be returning

Angela

We love the peace and quiet here so much and it is so safe for our small dog Colin to wander around without supervision. Time stands still here and life slows down.

Immaculately prepared and very comfortable accommodation. The location is ideal if you are looking for a relaxing, quiet holiday. Steve and Louise were also very welcoming and hospitable.

The Larches is a lovely, welcoming property, which is set in beautiful surroundings. The views from the lounge and bedroom are stunning. It was a wonderful relaxing stay. The cottage is decorated to a high standard and has everything we needed for our stay. It was nice to meet Steve and Louise, who popped by to make sure we had everything we needed. The welcome pack was a lovely touch. We are looking to book a return visit.

Robert

What a fantastic place to stay. It was our second time here and still so lovely & quiet and spotlessly clean, all the equipment you need for a restful break. The owners called in to say hello lovely couple and thank you for the wine and cakes etc, very kind of you. We cannot praise this property enough, we will be back again.

We had a fantastic week at The Larches,the cottage was spot on clean and roomy, kitchen was excellent and so was the shower. Really quiet relaxing holiday. The garden was for perfect for our 2 whippets who loved running around free. The woods nearby were an added bonus to walk around. Some great places to visit nearby. The best cottage we have stayed in.

Elliot

A wonderful holiday home, in a beautiful location. The property was spotless and we had all the amenities we could need or want. We found it to be very comfortable and cosy too. We are already considering booking again! One minor suggestion, its quite dark when emptying the bins outside at night. The LED security light, while powerful, doesnt quite wrap around the corner so its difficult to see. I would also suggest a light near the gate for when returning at night for the same reason.

Amazing property and location, very clean with everything you need, very quiet ... Amazing property and location, very clean with everything you need, very quiet and tranquil place, only downside for me was the grassed area was not as big as it looks in the pics and the stone drive was a bit harsh on my dogs paws, but the wooded area was great for them to explore

Sandra

Excellent holiday cottage everything you need. Quiet and secluded.

A lovely property, very well appointed, great underfloor heating and well maintained. The hosts, Steve and Louise, were very attentive and provided a much appreciated welcome pack. Our only minor gripe was the lack of a dryer. We arrived on the back of Storm Darragh which meant a lot of mud everywhere we went with our two large dogs but, we still had plenty of exercise and enjoyed the hospitality of Clun and Bishops Castle. The wildlife is a little more restricted in winter but we spotted a number of red kite and buzzards and relaxed to the wonderful sound of the owls in the woods at night. We would recommend The Larches without any hesitation.

Angela

Fantastic place to stay. This was our second visit and every bit as enjoyable as our first. Peace and seclusion, what more could you want? Lovely couple so friendly and ready to help if required. The garden is securely enclosed and was perfectly safe for our little dog Colin.

I had a lovely chilled week, my dog loved having the woodland to explore and we were blessed with fantastic weather! Cabin had everything I could have asked for. I found the stairs a bit slippy without wearing slippers or shoes. Lovely quiet setting, evenings you can only hear the owl and we had dear rutting when I stayed. Will be back again 100.

Fabulous cottage. Very modern and clean. Great location. Very quiet and secluded. Very secure garden for dogs. Loved the area. Owners very helpful and friendly. Would like to go back again.

We could not have asked for a better stay. The property was better than the pictures show. Beautiful place set in beautiful grounds. The owners were lovely as well. This will most definitely sit on our favourites list to visit again. We simply did not want to return to the real world. Very sad to leave.

Joanne

5 accommodation, spotlessly clean with all the comforts of home. Very warm and cosy. Very secluded on the edge of a forest with a fantastic secure garden which our dogs loved chihuahuas. The owners live close by and call in to introduce themselves and check everything is ok, Steve was very knowledgeable about the local area and wildlife. We had a wonderful week and will be back.

Sharon

We really enjoyed our stay at the larches well fenced off for my 2 dogs 2 run around. Highly recommended to anybody staying here with your dog

First we would like to thank Stevie and Louise for the lovely starter pack. The bed was very comfortable and neighbours were very friendly when you see them. Quite remote but very peaceful. The only suggestion I would make is if ladies have long dresses it needs a different type of hanging facilities, clothes hangers not suitable for long dresses. Dog enjoyed the garden very secure. Would definitely recommend.

Jacqui

Superb holiday cottage in the woods everything as described and perfect for our family holiday and our dog. We had a small problem with the heating which the owners immediately responded to. Lovely owners who were so helpful and welcoming. Welcome pack appreciated . Many thanks

Louisa

Lovely property in a wonderful setting. Lodge had everything we needed, was clean & well maintained. Outside space is stunning and garden is dog proof as long as you don't have a jumper. Lots of wildlife to watch as you sit outside and relax. We had a great stay and as we love that area, are likely to look to stay again in future.

Great stay again. Everything we could need was provided. Thankyou

Mirjam

Very nice cottage in a quiet and beautiful place.

If you're looking for somewhere to totally relax, but has enough interesting places to visit with a relatively short distance, The Larches ticks all the boxes! A fabulous week in this property, very quiet and very well appointed throughout, everything we needed for a week chilling out. Property was spotless and the grounds also clean, owners easily contactable and called in early on to make sure all was in order.

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About The Larches

Need To Know

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The Larches Attractions & Days Out

Is The Larches Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Craven Arms Hotel

The Sun Inn

The Green Cafe Ludlow

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

The Larches Reviews