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Hillgate House is a holiday cottage in Shrewsbury, Shropshire. Book Hillgate House online today. This page contains information about Hillgate House including photos, reviews and more.
Prices start at £344.00 per week.
Overview
Hemford is a tiny village located at the top of the Hope Valley and is at the centre of some of Shropshire's most spectacular scenery. Two bedrooms: 2 x double, with additional cast iron frame single bed on first floor landing. Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over and basin. Separate ground floor WC with basin. Kitchen. Dining room with ornamental Victorian fireplace. Sitting room with multi-fuel cast iron stove.
Perfect for parties of up to 5 people, Hillgate House was originally built in the 18th Century, when it was used as a farmhouse. Since then, it has been lovingly restored to retain many of its original features, such as exposed beams and a cast-iron stove, yet has been decorated in a modern, yet complementary style. There is a large, lawned garden from which you can enjoy the scenery provided by the Callow and the Corndon Hills, or simply kick back with a glass of wine and enjoy a spot of summertime dining. There are walking, cycling and horse-riding facilities close by and parking for up to 3 cars. A E Houseman once wrote that Shropshire was "the quietest place under the sun" and today the county remains something of a rural idyll, recognised as one of the least crowded and most peaceful regions in England.
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Facilities & Amenities
Storage heaters with cast iron multi-fuel stove in sitting room. Electric cooker, microwave, fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer, TV with basic Sky, DVD, radio. Fuel, power and starter pack for multi-fuel stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 3 cars. Large lawned garden with small orchard, garden furniture and Shepherd's Hut. Well-behaved dogs welcome, Downstairs only - please bring your own pet bedding. Shop 5 miles. Pub/Restaurant 1 mile. Note: Check-in 4pm.
Location, Location, Location!
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It is situated close to the Welsh Marches, the border between England and Wales, and these rolling hills are ideal for walking or cycling, especially as there are characterful villages and ancient castles to be found throughout. The market town of Bishop's Castle is nearby and here you can enjoy their weekly market or simply soak up the scenery from one of the many excellent pubs and restaurants. Hemford is also well-placed for many of Shropshire's main attractions, such as historic Shrewsbury, the charming town of Ludlow or the imposing Stokesay Castle. Railway enthusiasts will appreciate the elegance of the Severn Valley Railway and the World Heritage Centre at Ironbridge offers a glimpse of days gone by.
Reviews
"A very well presented and comfortable cottage in a delightful location with a huge dog-safe garden. An ideal location for birdwatching."
"Lovely cottage in beautiful surroundings. Owner very considerate, ringing us before and after our stay to check all was OK. If we decide to visit this area again, and it's well worth another visit, then we'll definitely stay in this dog friendly property again."
"I realy cant add anything else to previous reviews. Hillgate house is Home from Home. Don't worry if you have left anything behind, I can assure you its there waiting for you at Hillgate House. Just one constructive critism a bigger fridge with possibly a freezer would be wonderfull. Otherwise !!! what can I say ."
"An abolutely wonderful, peaceful and comfortable house. The rush hour consisted of a tractor and a couple of horses. The birds in the garden and the surrounding fields woke us up and sent us to sleep. Good beds with no need to close the cutains as no traffic. Wonderful owner who ensured all was well. Very dog friendly.Very much recommended even if it means I cant book again (but dont book if you want a clubbing type of break!!"
"We stayed for a week in October and found the cottage welcoming and well equipped. Went to see the stipperstones and also were customers of the pub with the same name. Good food there. Woudl receommend to others."
"Excelent service from the owners. Very well equipt and very comfortable. Fabulous location.I was born in the area 65 years ago and it was great to visit so many places that i spent my childhood in. The towns of Shrewsbury and Ludlow are a must aswell as Ironbridge and all the beautiful countryside that surrounds the cottage.Nothing not to like about the holiday."
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Weather Forecast
Arriving at Hillgate House soon? Make sure you're prepared, whatever the weather, by checking out the weather forecast for the week ahead at Shrewsbury (observations for Norbury).
| Temp. | Rainfall | Wind | Clouds | Pressure | Humidity | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today | Broken Clouds | -1°C - 9°C | 0.00mm | 17mph NNW | 77% | 1,023mb | 62% | |
| Tomorrow | Broken Clouds | 2°C - 10°C | 0.00mm | 21mph NNW | 73% | 1,020mb | 67% | |
| Saturday | Few Clouds | 2°C - 9°C | 0.00mm | 7mph NNW | 23% | 1,031mb | 59% | |
| Sunday | Light Rain | 0°C - 7°C | 0.22mm | 9mph NNW | 92% | 1,033mb | 79% | |
| Monday | Light Rain | -2°C - 8°C | 0.14mm | 14mph NNW | 66% | 1,032mb | 58% | |
| Tuesday | Light Snow | 1°C - 7°C | 1.05mm | 6mph NNW | 100% | 1,027mb | 80% | |
| Wednesday | Light Rain | 0°C - 5°C | 1.17mm | 17mph NNW | 99% | 1,022mb | 64% |