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Well Cottage - Church Stretton

Minton, near Church Stretton, Shropshire
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
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At a glance

  • Timber-framed cottage set in an idyllic elevated position overlooking the Shropshire countryside
  • Enjoy the stunning views across the Shropshire Hills from two different seating areas outside
  • Ideal base to enjoy Shropshire with inspiring walks out onto the National Trust-owned Long Mynd
  • Great location for cycling enthusiasts looking to enjoy Stage 3 (Welshpool - Cardiff) of the 2027 Tour de France
Property code: OC-90824

This lovely cottage is set within the hamlet of Minton in the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There are wonderful walks directly from the front door of this property, with beautiful countryside in every direction. Visit Church Stretton (3 miles), which is a picturesque town that is popular with nature lovers and guests who love the outdoors, with an abundance of activities to enjoy including hiking, horse riding and biking. Enjoy a stroll along the National Trust-owned Long Mynd, with its 2,000 acres of heather-covered hills, waterfall, shop and cafe. Acton Scott's historic working farm is 2 miles from the cottage and has a range of courses and activities to experience traditional farming methods on its stunning 18th-century estate. Take a day trip to the UNESCO site at Ironbridge, a pretty village with a great mix of independent shops and pubs within a gorgeous valley. Head out for the day with interesting places within 25 miles, perfectly positioned for days in Shrewsbury, Ludlow and a visit over to the border of neighbouring Wales.

After a busy day exploring the wonderful county of Shropshire and beyond, head back to this unique property that is brimming with character and is a real home away from home. Enter the cottage, take off your walking boots and straight ahead is the handy ground-floor bathroom with a separate shower cubicle and separate WC adjacent. Continue through into the fully equipped kitchen with an AGA range cooker, perfect for a self-catered break making use of the fantastic local produce you will come across whilst out and about, maybe head to Ludlow's famous street market for those important local ingredients. There is a separate wood-panelled dining room to enjoy a meal together with your family and friends. From the dining room, head into the charming lounge which is the heart of the property with its exposed traditional beams and wood burner keeping everyone cosy. Enjoy some downtime with a movie on the Smart TV or enjoy a game or two with the family. Up on the first floor is a second WC, along with two lovely bedrooms. There is the master bedroom with a double bed and extensive storage, and a further smaller bedroom with a small double and a single bed. Please note due that the property is not suitable for children under 12, including infants.

Outside this gorgeous cottage enjoy the elevated position, with different seating options set on different levels to take in the views and relax. The garden has various slopes and drops with clear pathways leading to all the areas which is humming with natural wildlife in the finer months of the year. Enjoy a meal outside on the spacious patio with its table and chairs, or enjoy a morning coffee on a separate bench to the front aspect taking in the views and serenity of this rural retreat.

  • The property is not suitable for children under 12 including babies/infants.
  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 small double with additional single bed.
  • 1 downstairs bathroom with bath, separate shower and adjacent WC, plus 1 additional WC upstairs.
  • AGA range cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
  • Wood burner in lounge (logs supplied)
  • Smart TV in lounge
  • Sonos speaker
  • Outdoor patio with furniture
  • Undercover storage for bikes
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • ub 1 mile, shop 3 miles
  • Low, sloping ceilings and exposed beams on the first floor, plus several steps in the sloping garden
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Kelly Lake

This property is personally managed by Kelly.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 15 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Claire 20th June 2026

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Great location, facilities, and structure! The Aga stove added to the quirkiness and the layout of the cottage was extremely cosy and gemutlich - the Aga heats the water for the shower, so there is no lack of extremely hot water (but controllable) though the pressure isnt high - adds to the quaintness of the cottage. Nice outdoor seating area, anRead mored large enveloping garden - very quiet and peaceful! If we are in the Church Stretton area we will definitely be staying here again! Hide

Reviewed by Julia 13th June 2026

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This was a lovely quirky cottage to stay in, with interesting period features and a cosy feel. It was very well equipped and had lots of storage space. The shower wasn't great, but the water was hot and the bath was a good alternative. The Aga was a new experience for us but we used it several times successfully and it gave a lovely warm welcome onRead more coming in, as we didn't have great weather. The location is fantastic and the views are amazing. It was so peaceful with only the birds and sheep to listen to. The shops in Church Sretton are a short drive away and the cottage is ideally placed for visiting many interesting places, as well as lovely walks in the Long Mynd. All in all we really enjoyed our stay here and would recommend the cottage to anyone who wants a peaceful holiday in this area. Hide

Reviewed by Paul 2nd May 2026

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First non National Trust or Landmark Trust cottage or property we have stayed at in nearly 25 years of having weekend breaks or 1-2 week holidays here in the UK, so was a bit apprehensive and was only in that situation as this year we had left it too late to book anything, but we had neednt of worried ! As it far surpassed our expectations !!! An Read more excellent cottage, well equipped, cosy, historic, and SO peaceful !!! Lovely, unobtrusive, and charming owners, and of course having such glorious weather made our stay even more special !!! Very good price and value for money and Would definitely recommend them and their property, but not too loudly Hide

Reviewed by David 6th March 2026

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We had a great time in this quirky cottage. If you are not used to quirky then... Shower is very weak, but ample hot water so I used the bath. Awkward to sit comfortably near the wood burner, not an issue if you don't use it, but we were cool and used it every night. The dishwasher sits up on a work surface so awkward to load if you are anything leRead moress than medium height. Fantastic location, we walked from the door 3 days out of the six. Gliding club cafe worth a walk to, but check opening times Hide

Reviewed by Robert 14th November 2025

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A stunning cottage in an excellent location. Great characted, lovely garden and outlook. Do drive over the Bur Road from Church Stretton. Spoiled for great towns, pubs, places to eat and almost unlimited walking potential. The cottage would benefit from a plumbing upgrade, so limit numbers to 2 to give the immersion tank a chance to recover ResponsRead moree from HolidayCottages.co.uk Thank you for your feedback. After discussing with the owner, they are looking into the water at the cottage, in order to resolve the problem Hide

Reviewed by Sheila 5th September 2025

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We recently spent a week at this lovely cottage tucked into the Shropshire Hills. The cottage itself was spotlessly clean and full of character and exposed beams, a log-burning stove. The Aga in the kitchen gave a wonderful warmth and I really enjoyed cooking on an Aga for the first time. The house was surprisingly spacious with everything thoughtfRead moreully provided. Walks on the Long Mynd and Offa's Dyke offered spectacular views. Local eateries and pubs were excellent. We recommend this cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Jan 27th June 2025

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A delightful Cottage in an idyllic location. So well equipped. We were lucky and managed to have beautiful weather so the AGA didn't get much use. Thank you to Lucy for being such a wonderful host and for springing into action when Severn and Trent cut the water off because of a leak. Carrying watering cans for us really was above & beyond. Loved sRead moreeeing the swallows which fledged during our stay. Would love to visit again. Hide

Reviewed by J A 6th June 2025

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Reviewed by Richard 30th May 2025

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A lovely, comfortable, well-equipped cottage in a quiet location on the slopes of the Long Mynd. Access quick and easy from A49 at Marshbrook.

Reviewed by mr p m r 16th May 2025

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A charming and comfortable character cottage with great views in a very peaceful location. Perfect for walking straight out onto the Long Mynd.

Reviewed by Janice 18th October 2024

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Probably the nicest cottage we have ever stayed in. Beautiful period features . Lovely very quiet location.

Reviewed by Simon 13th September 2024

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We loved our stay at Well Cottage It's in an ideal spot, perfectly located for exploring the surrounding area. The cottage was spotlessly clean, comfortable, and full of character. Everything we needed was provided, and we felt very much at home. We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for aRead more relaxing and memorable getaway. Hide

Reviewed by Graham 19th July 2024

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Well cottage is a brilliant base to explore this stunning area, the hosts are welcoming and friendly and the shops in nearby Church Stretton are great for all youre likely to need We would happily recommend this place to friends and family and will definitely consider staying here again if we return to the area on future holidays

Reviewed by P 12th July 2024

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Well Cottage was perfect for a relaxing holiday. The property and garden are interesting with amazing views across the Shropshire countryside. It is very well equipped and comfortable, the aga was very easy to use and would certainly be an asset in the cooler months. We would certainly consider returning. Thank you to Lucy for the pre stay and arriRead moreval information. Hide

Reviewed by Cathy 28th June 2024

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Spacious but lovely cosy cottage that is full of character. Helpful but unobtrusive owners Lucy and Marcus who live in the next property up the hill. 2 nice seating areas outdoors to enjoy any fine weather. Walks straight from the door up to Long Mynd. 2 pubs 1 mile down the lane, we only visited The Ragleth Inn which served excellent food and beerRead more. Overall we would recommend Well Cottage to anyone looking to holiday in this area. Hide

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