About this property
The Lodge is an opulent, characterful home resting in Shawbury, and boasting spacious living areas and a seamless mixture of effortless elegance with historic character. Settled close to the Shropshire Hills National Landscape and offering a games room, cinema room, a hot tub, and more, this abode is an ideal getaway for friends and multi-generational family holidays, settled into the scenic heart of Shropshire. Be welcomed into a bright hallway with original tiles and arched doorways, entering into a stylish sitting room with eye-catching décor and chesterfield sofas complementing the opulent feel of this space. From here, wander through a thoughtfully presented snug space, threaded with characterful beams and boasting a large woodburning stove, making a delightful space to curl up with a good book from the bookshelf in the cooler months, beside which there is a handy cloakroom. This room leads onto a bright kitchen/diner, a truly immaculate room where glass doors allow in seas of natural light, and character is combined with contemporary amenities, with stunning exposed-brick archways leading from the dining space to the kitchen, providing a social hub for cooking hearty meals and dining together. Bifold doors lead out onto a well-presented garden space with a backdrop of pretty buildings and mature trees, providing an excellent space to dine alfresco with a tipple in hand, or while away a starry evening in the bubbling hot tub. The tasteful opulence of this incredible abode continues into the sleeping arrangements, with a variety of four-poster king-size, double, twin, and bunk rooms, serviced by sleek and stylish shower rooms or en-suites with tasteful tiles adding a pop of colour. Outside there is an external games room with pool tables, dart boards, games consoles and more, and an external cinema room for movie nights, with wooden beams adding character throughout. For a truly breath-taking stay in Shropshire, choose The Lodge for an unforgettable retreat. Note: This property can be booked with ref. 1207984 sleeping up to 22 guests.
Shawbury is a thriving village in the heart of Shropshire, mid-way between Shrewsbury and Market Drayton. Shawbury has a good selection of shops including a local butcher, bakery, supermarket, pubs and a church. A short drive away is the historic and medieval county town of Shrewsbury situated within the loop of the River Severn, with over 600 listed buildings. Explore the picturesque cobbled alleys and squares or enjoy some of the events and festivals that take place each year. The town offers a good selection of independent and high street shops, along with plenty of cafes, bars, restaurants and pubs. The birthplace of Charles Darwin, Shrewsbury also boasts the Abbey, founded in 1083, Shrewsbury Castle and the Quarry Park famous for hosting the Shrewsbury Flower Show. Within easy reach is the National Trust's stately Attingham Park, an elegant 18th century mansion, Wroxeter Roman City and the famous World Heritage Site of Ironbridge Gorge and its museums.
Accommodation
Seven bedrooms: 1 x four-poster king-size with freestanding slipper bath and en-suite basin and WC, 1 x four-poster king-size with en-suite wet room with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin, 2 x double, 1 x family room with two double beds, 1 x triple bunk room.
Family shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin, heated towel rail, and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room.
Snug with woodburning stove.
External games room with cloakroom with basin and WC, and Smart TV.
External cinema room
Oil central heating.
Electric double ovens, induction hob, microwave, 2 x fridge/freezers, 2 x washing machines, 2 x dishwashers, coffee maker, kettle and toaster.
Smart TV with Sky and Netflix, WiFi, cinema room with projection screen and seating for 6, gaming room with 3 PlayStation stations, gaming machine with 500 games, air hockey tables, pool tables and dartboard, selection of books and boardgames.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Ample off-road parking for 14 cars.
Fully enclosed rear garden with lawn, covered seating area, patio furniture and electric hot tub.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles.
Note: The property shares a driveway with a self-contained apartment adjacent to the house