We stayed here for a week at the end of August to soften the blow of going back to work after six weeks off… my goodness, it did not disappoint! From the moment we arrived, Matthew and Laura made us feel so welcome. It was lovely to be greeted and then to be left to explore the cottage and garden, but it was also great to know that our hosts were there if we needed them. The cottage has so much character and was absolutely immaculate. It had everything we needed to make the time we spent there easy and enjoyable. The goodies that were left for us, were of a high quality- the best we’ve ever had. The Prosecco was very much enjoyed and the eggs, laid by the resident chickens, were fabulous! The walk in shower was amazing after a long day out walking and it was wonderful to warm our toes in front of the log burner. Where do we start with the surrounding area… the views from the bedroom window and garden are absolutely stunning! We could have sat in the garden all day just looking out at the rolling countryside… it really is an AONB! We loved being able to walk straight from the cottage and were always out for hours. Clee Hill is definitely worth walking, the views are panoramic and spectacular. On the evenings when we fancied a short walk with a pub stop, we headed for the Bennett’s End Inn. It has a quiet beer garden with lovely views. We also walked through the fields to Clee Hill Fish and Chip Shop and found the food to be delicious! Nearby Ludlow is a gorgeous town and we visited twice. There are lots of bars and restaurants and we enjoyed a meal in the Charlton Arms overlooking the river one night. Ludlow Is steeped in history; a visit to the castle is a must, if like us, you love British history. We would also recommend a visit to Croft Castle, Berrington Hall and Stokesay Castle (our favourite). We found there was so much to see and do here and to be able to come back to spend the evening in such a gorgeous cottage, was splendid. As night fell, we saw various wildlife, including rabbits and owls. By day we enjoyed watching kites and buzzards flying overhead… we always enjoyed a visit from the chickens too! It’s a nature lover’s paradise and we can’t wait to return. Thank you so much Matthew and Laura!
