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Shepherd's View, Minsterley

Shepherd's View is a charming log cabin situated up on a hill within the owners smallholding, near the Shropshire village of Minsterley. It boasts a king-size double bedroom for two people and a shower room with a separate cloakroom. Inside also has an open-plan lounge/diner with a woodburning stove and a fitted kitchen. To the outside is a decking area with table and chairs overlooking the hill range and ample off-road parking. Shepherd's View is a thoughtfully presented lodge engulfed by wonderful Shropshire scenery.

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Accommodation Details

All ground floor. 1 x king-size double. Shower room with shower and basin, cloakroom with basin and WC. Kitchen. Sitting room with dining area and woodburning stove.

Nestled within a sheep smallholding, this charm-filled log cabin rests peacefully enveloped by breath-taking scenery, with an elevated position up an unadopted lane, upon a verdant hill in Shropshire. This cabin offers a wonderful, relaxing break on the edge of Minsterley village, with local amenities and attractions in abundance nearby. Fully insulated, the cabin provides a spacious interior for you and your loved one to kick back and absorb the countryside surroundings, either out on the west facing terrace or from within the cosy lounge, accompanied by a woodburning stove and exposed woodwork. The kitchen enjoys an ample selection of house-hold appliances, fully fitted for convenience while you benefit a therapeutic style of cooking. The king-size double is stretched through with dual aspect windows and beautiful oak furniture. French doors from the lounge lead out onto the decked terrace at the rear of the cabin, where you can enjoy the romantic glow from idyllic sunsets, accompanied by a welcoming bottle of wine provided on arrival. You also have access to the duck pond and picnic bench within the 26 acre grounds; stroll up to absorb the tranquil nature of your surroundings, occasionally interrupted by the sounds of young lambs bleating in the fields. You can find a whole range of amenities at Pontesbury, reached by car or on foot offering a cycle/footpath and Springlea Fishing Pool. Within a 2 mile drive or cycle there is a variety of pubs, restaurants and shops. Another walker’s paradise is located nearby at The Long Mynd and the historic town of Shrewsbury provides a lovely day out with shopping, cinema, theatre, pubs and restaurants to indulge. Explore National Trust properties, museums and castles, there is plenty to be enjoyed, all from this delightful holiday retreat in the country.

The village of Minsterley lies in the Shropshire Hills, just 10 miles from the town of Shrewsbury. Minsterley boasts a pub, shop and Post Office and a fish and chip shop! The village of Pontesbury is just one mile away and offers further amenities, including takeaways and restaurants, plus Arscott Golf Club, Springlea Fishing Pools and the Pontesbury cycle/footpath. Close by is The Long Mynd, which is a haven for walkers and wildlife watchers and provides a convenient place to relax and take in the scenery on offer. There are plenty of things to do in the area with the National Trust's Attingham Park, Wroxeter Roman City, the museums at Ironbridge, the castle and Michelin starred restaurant of Ludlow and Acton Scott working farm.

Amenities & Facilities

Electric heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven, induction hob, fridge, microwave, TV with NowTV package, DVD player, DAB radio, WiFi, selection of books and DVD's. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Ample off-road parking. Bike storage. Decked terrace with furniture and access to duck pond and picnic bench on the owners 26 acres of land. Sorry, no children, no pets and no smoking. Shop 4 miles, Pub 2 miles. Note: Property does have some noise in the summer for two weeks during hay baling season and for two weeks in the spring for lambing season. Note This property is cleaned using an anti-viral, anti-bacterial fog treatment between stays for your added safety and peace of mind (SAFE2STAY.co.uk).

Location Details

The village of Minsterley lies in the Shropshire Hills, just 10 miles from the town of Shrewsbury. Minsterley boasts a pub, shop and Post Office and a fish and chip shop! The village of Pontesbury is just one mile away and offers further amenities, including takeaways and restaurants, plus Arscott Golf Club, Springlea Fishing Pools and the Pontesbury cycle/footpath. Close by is The Long Mynd, which is a haven for walkers and wildlife watchers and provides a convenient place to relax and take in the scenery on offer. There are plenty of things to do in the area with the National Trust's Attingham Park, Wroxeter Roman City, the museums at Ironbridge, the castle and Michelin starred restaurant of Ludlow and Acton Scott working farm.

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7-Day Forecast

Make the most of your holiday by considering the weather! The 7-day weather forecast for Minsterley is detailed below.

Sat 23rd Rain and snow 14°C 1°C 25mph 19.9mm 989mb
Sun 24th Heavy intensity rain 15°C 9°C 28mph 25.4mm 988mb
Mon 25th Light rain 9°C 4°C 23mph 0.3mm 999mb
Tue 26th Moderate rain 7°C 3°C 10mph 1.3mm 1,014mb
Wed 27th Few clouds 6°C 1°C 4mph 0.0mm 1,018mb
Thu 28th Light rain 6°C 2°C 11mph 2.6mm 1,025mb
Fri 29th Light rain 8°C 6°C 15mph 0.3mm 1,022mb

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