Guests say
Guests consistently praise Housekeeper's Cottage for its charm, peacefulness, and welcoming hosts. The property's cleanliness, beautiful gardens, and thoughtful touches, such as a welcome pack, contribute to a relaxing and enjoyable stay. The cottage's location is ideal for exploring Shropshire's attractions, and its comfort and facilities receive positive remarks, ensuring a memorable holiday experience.
Reviewers frequently commend the cottage for its exceptional standards of cleanliness, often describing it as immaculate and tidy, which indicates a high level of attention to detail in maintaining the property.
The cottage's location is highly praised for its quiet, rural setting, which provides a peaceful retreat. Its proximity to local attractions and ease of access to nearby towns and historical sites contribute to its favourable location score.
Comfort is a highlight in the reviews, with guests finding the cottage cosy and the beds comfortable. The presence of a wood burner and the property's tranquil atmosphere add to the overall comfort of the stay.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with mentions of a well-equipped kitchen and ample heating options. However, a few guests noted the lack of sockets in convenient locations and the absence of a bathtub, which slightly impacts the score.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is evident through the provision of welcome packs, which include items like fresh bread and homemade jam. While these gifts are greatly appreciated by guests, it is politely noted that such extras, while delightful, are not guaranteed.
About this property
This Victorian brick-built housekeeper's cottage stands in a courtyard attached to the rear of Meeson Hall, a majestic country house built in 1640 which today is surrounded by 8 acres of gardens and grounds with rolling farmland beyond. This lovely cottage near Ironbridge provides charming accommodation, perfect for a romantic break in a truly stunning location. This Ironbridge holiday cottage boasts quality, well-equipped accommodation, furnished with a perfect combination of traditional and contemporary fixtures and fittings, whilst the woodburning stove in the sitting room helps to create a welcoming and cosy atmosphere. The beautiful shared front courtyard garden is a gardener's delight, and an ideal place to enjoy a drink or alfresco dining on a summer's evening.
Or if you wish to be on your own, you have a private lawn with furniture and BBQ, while the estate grounds provide relaxing strolls through woods and paddocks. A truly charming Ironbridge cottage. Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 11346 and 941952, together they sleep 8.
Meeson is a rural hamlet set amongst lovely countryside. The Ironbridge Gorge is only thirteen miles away, which boasts the world famous bridge, plus the village of Ironbridge has shops, pubs, restaurants and tea rooms. There are a number of attractions nearby which suit all tastes.
Accommodation
One king-size double bedroom with garden view.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Pantry.
Dining hall.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Oil central heating with woodburning stove and portable electric heaters.
Electric double oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi.
Fuel included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 1 car.
Bike storage.
Shared use of beautiful front courtyard garden with furniture, plus private rear garden with furniture and BBQ.
Access to owners' 8-acres of gardens, paddocks and wood.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 2.5 miles.
Note: Babes-in-arms only.
Please note: a starter pack of logs will be provided upon arrival, and further logs can then be purchased.
Note: Shower room is located on the first floor; all living areas are over the ground and first floors only (not via the bedroom stairs).
Note: As the building is listed, there is a protected second staircase from the bedroom, however this does not lead anywhere
Reviews (53)
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Abigail
Cute and cosy but with the grand Meeson Hall grounds surrounding you. The attention and support from the owners was the icing on the cake.
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Mark
The welcome pack and little touches that were there on arrival were really nice and appreciated. We would definitely look at staying here again should we be holidaying in this area.
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Andrew
Cottage was gorgeous and full of character, lovely welcome pack of fresh bread homemade jarred goodies farm eggs and everything we would need milk tea coffee sugar and washing up liquid even dishwasher tabs. Cottage was clean and warm, bed really comfortable. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay exploring Shropshire.