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Swallows Rest - Rushbury

Rushbury, near Church Stretton, Shropshire
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Internet access
Working farm
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Complex
Country houses
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At a glance

  • A quiet, peaceful and traditional red byre ideally located in a rural idyll
  • A great base for walkers with access into the Shropshire countryside from your front door
  • Within easy reach of the National Trust’s Long Mynd Hills
Property code: OC-76622

Throw open patio doors and windows to soak up the great outdoors from this converted byre within the Shropshire Hills. Surrounded by verdant countryside on a working farm location, four guests and one dog are invited to relish in the peace and tranquillity that this cottage has to offer. Offering walks in every direction and a pub just metres away, you can look forward to embracing a slower pace of life throughout a long or short stay. Explore both sides of the border with the Mid Wales countryside beginning around 17 miles away and the border towns of Knighton (23 miles) and Welshpool (27 miles) well worth the drive.

Original beams and stable doors sit alongside floral soft furnishings and traditionally styled accents in this converted cottage. The ground floor is made up of a sociable open-plan space with a lounge, dining room and kitchen all in one. French doors from here lead out into an enclosed garden, ensuring children and pets always have a place to play when the sun shines. Whether you dine indoors or out, the cosy embrace of the sofas and Smart TV offers an evening of entertainment when night falls. Move up the stairs to find two bedrooms and two en-suite bathrooms, passing a ground-floor WC as you go.

Surrounded by the undulating hilltops of the Apedale Valley, discover a seemingly endless array of nature trails and waymarked footpaths from your doorstep and admire the fabulous Shropshire scenery all around. Pleasant afternoons can be spent exploring the farmland around Wilderhope Manor (3.5 miles) and the mature gardens and lakes around Millichope Park (3 miles), whilst the nearby towns of Much Wenlock (9 miles) and Ludlow (14 miles) offer historic streets, ancient architecture and pubs and shops to frequent.

  • 2 bedrooms – 2 doubles
  • 1 en-suite bathroom, 1 en-suite shower room and 1 separate WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and washing machine
  • Off-road allocated parking for 2 cars
  • Shop 5 miles and pub 4 miles
  • Complex of properties
  • Smart TV
  • Please note that the charging of electric vehicles from the cottage is prohibited.
  • Nearest EV charging point - 4 miles
  • Access to a freezer space in an outbuilding if required
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 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 26 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Joan 27th June 2026

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A lovely cottage in a lovely, peaceful area. We were able to sit out from early evening till late just listening to the birds, the Tawney owl and to watch the bats. The cottage had everything we needed and was very comfortable. Highley recommended.

Reviewed by Oonagh 10th April 2026

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Nice cottage in a great location. We enjoyed the walks at Long Mynd and Caer Caradoc.

Reviewed by Gill 29th December 2025

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Beautiful area, cosy cottage, great for the dog as secure garden. Clean and tidy cottage but would have liked window/door to open in the one bedroom.

Reviewed by Julia 2nd November 2025

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A comfortable compact cottage in a good location with lovely owners. Ideal for a short break. Well presented overall & well equipped, although surprised there was no freezer or ice box. The paintwork is a little tired & bathrooms & oven would benefit from deep cleans. The mattress in the bath en-suite bedroom in need of replacement as sides have coRead morellapsed. Lovely crisp bed linen & towels. Hide

Reviewed by Paul 10th October 2025

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Lovely quiet location, owners very friendly, we had a relaxing happy time.

Reviewed by Geoff 26th September 2025

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Small but perfectly formed. Well equipped, and cared for.

Reviewed by Sarah 19th September 2025

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Spotlessly clean and communication from the owner was great. After our long drive we realised we had forgotten to pack teabags and asked where we could buy some, the reply was instant with a kind suggestion that she could bring some round for us. Unexpectedly kind and very much appreciated. Loads to do in the area which was really beautiful, we parRead moreticularly enjoyed Ludlow, Powys Castle and Ironbridge. A thorough lovely holiday. Hide

Reviewed by John 8th August 2025

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Quiet and off the beaten track though quite central to visiting several places of interest in South Shropshire.

Reviewed by Liz 5th August 2025

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Great cottage for travelling around Shropshire. Comfortable with plenty os space for 4 and a dog. Pubs in All Stretton have great food however we did book. Jemima's in Church Stretton good for coffee and breakfast. A great walking area

Reviewed by Denise 4th July 2025

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A very nice place to stay and we would use it again if we wanted to stay in this beautiful area. There felt to be a lack of connection with the owners as it would have been helpful to have local information and a little instruction on the appliances in the cottage.

Reviewed by Lynne 27th June 2025

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Reviewed by Sarah 6th June 2025

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Really lovely property in great location. Would not hesitate in returning.

Reviewed by Peter 25th April 2025

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Reviewed by Jim 18th April 2025

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Cottage is clean, well equipped, great location.

Reviewed by Juliet 11th April 2025

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Lovely clean, quiet cottage with very comfortable beds and fenced in garden for the dog. The village of Rushbury is lovely and very convenient for Ludlow, Church Stretton and surrounding villages, with many walks from the doorstep.

Reviewed by Robert 23rd March 2025

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Lovely quiet location, central for all parts of Shropshire, plenty of walks and places to visit within half hour by car

Reviewed by Joanne 30th December 2024

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A lovely stay in a clean, cosy and quiet cottage which was dog friendly. Location great for access to the Shropshire hills. Would definitely recommend and would book again.

Reviewed by Gary 20th December 2024

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Lovely cottage. And owners available to sort out any concerns quickly.

Reviewed by Ann 1st November 2024

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A lovely place to stay

Reviewed by Roger 18th October 2024

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Reviewed by Joanne 13th October 2024

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Lovely place. Very clean and well equipped. Great location with lots of walks on your doorstep. With Ludlow, Shrewsbury and Ironbridge not far for a day trip.

Reviewed by William 20th September 2024

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While the cottage was very clean and tidy, there were a few problems. - There was no internet access - While there was a DVD player, there was no video remote control to operate it - The door of the freezer compartment was missing - The beds were rather too soft and sloped down at the sides

Reviewed by John 13th September 2024

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Nice practical cottage , secure garden for your dog , walks on the doorstep . not to far to visit other locations .

Reviewed by Karina 2nd August 2024

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Very clean, pretty and cosy cottage in a lovely, quiet location. The garden is great for sitting out and for a dog. It is a bit smaller than it looks on the photos but it is just as lovely and is fine for 4 adults. The TV is not a SMART TV but some DVDs were provided, as well as books and the Articulate game.

Reviewed by Joanne 26th July 2024

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Lovely rural cottage with all the mod cons and home comforts. Lovely village with lots of walks on your doorstep. Only 10 minute drive to Church Stretton town centre.

Reviewed by Denis 19th July 2024

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