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Our comfortable self-catering lodge is set in lovely, peaceful surroundings in the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With wonderful panoramic views over Shropshire and across to the Welsh Mountains, it is situated in its own secluded spot on our smallholding next to the Stiperstones Nature Reserve - ideal for walking, riding, mountain biking, birdwatching or just taking it easy and enjoying the scenery. In addition, there are plenty of things to do and see within a short drive (leaflets available within the lodge); or you may wish to try the "shuttle bus" for a scenic ride around the area.
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The Lodge can comfortably sleep 4 people or up to 6 people using the sofa beds. It has one double bedroom, a bunk bedroom and two double bed settees. It also has a shower room, galley kitchen (fully fitted and including full size gas cooker, microwave, fridge, etc.) and comfortable lounge. Energy efficient underfloor heating is available for colder weather. Most of our visitors like a break from TV
but we can provide one if required. Full
cooking facilities are provided but for those not wanting to
spend holiday time cooking, there are several worthwhile local
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We have embraced sustainability as much as possible in the building and running of the Lodge. It is built using British timber from a renewable source and is energy-saving by being double glazed and well insulated throughout. Low energy light bulbs are fitted wherever possible and we provide eco-friendly cleaning products and kitchen/toilet rolls from recycled paper. Electricity is from a renewable energy source. The domestic hot water is currently heated by mains electricity but the system is designed to be combined with solar panels in the near future.
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It goes without saying that rubbish is sorted and much of it recycled, either via South Shropshire District Council’s collection service (paper, cans, glass) or by ourselves (recyclable plastics to local facility, vegetable waste to our compost bins). We collect rainwater from the roof for watering plants and for our poultry to drink. For those bird watchers amongst you, bird feeders are supplied. In addition to a wide variety of birds in this secluded spot, you may be lucky enough to see a badger or a fox, whereas rabbits are a certainty.
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We welcome pets but because of livestock would request that these are kept well under control (please bring your own pet beds and dishes). If you wish to bring your own bikes, we can provide secure storage for them. |
