Guests say
The Wain House receives glowing praise for its peaceful countryside setting, immaculate presentation, and welcoming atmosphere. Guests consistently highlight the relaxing hot tub, thoughtful touches on arrival, and the property's comfort and cleanliness. The cottage is well-equipped and ideal for families or groups, with only minor issues such as occasional maintenance needs and parking challenges. The presence of alpacas and proximity to local attractions add to its charm, making it a highly recommended retreat for a relaxing getaway.
Cleanliness is frequently commended, with many guests describing the property as spotless, tidy, and well-maintained. Only rare minor comments about bathroom or kitchen tiles needing attention were noted, but these did not detract from the overall high standard.
The rural location is widely appreciated for its tranquillity and beautiful countryside views, with easy access to Ludlow and other attractions. A few guests mentioned the property is a little remote and directions could be clearer, but overall the setting is a highlight.
Guests consistently report a comfortable stay, praising the cosy atmosphere, good beds, and spacious layout. Minor comments included the lounge being cold on one occasion and the lack of a log burner, but these were exceptions.
Facilities such as the hot tub, games room, and kitchen are generally well-received. The hot tub is a standout feature, though a few guests noted occasional maintenance issues or limited kitchen utensils. Some games room equipment could be improved, and parking can be challenging at times.
Guests frequently mention thoughtful touches such as homemade cake, wine, milk, and even dog bowls on arrival. While these gestures are highly appreciated, it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Proudly awarded Sykes Gem Awards 2025 – Bronze for Best Longstanding Property, The Wain House is a beautifully converted 19th-century barn set within 250 acres of peaceful Shropshire farmland, in the scenic Hope Valley. Blending original character with modern comforts, it’s the perfect countryside escape for families and friends looking to relax, explore, and spend quality time together. Beautifully converted to combine modern living with original character, this charming accommodation boasts en-suite facilities and offers shared use of a games room and gym, a lovely patio garden with a hot tub and country views, making it ideal for families or friends.
Step inside The Wain House and be greeted by a beautifully decorated sitting room, complete with plenty of seating to relax and unwind. Admire the mounted TV while enjoying the exposed wooden beams and pillars that give the room a rustic charm. Next, make your way to the spacious kitchen/diner, where you will find an integrated oven and grill, perfect for whipping up delicious meals for your group. Gather around the dining table, which comfortably seats six guests, and enjoy a meal together in this homely setting. As you explore the rest of the abode, you will notice wooden accents and beams in the bedrooms, adding a touch of warmth and character to the space.
Walk on the wooden flooring throughout, feeling the natural elements underfoot. Venture outside to the garden and discover a private enclosed oasis with a luxurious hot tub, the perfect spot to relax and unwind after a day of exploring the stunning Shropshire surroundings. Note: Cottage is next to Refs. 2913, 12657, 12658, 26471 and 947385, together they sleep 52.
Standing amidst rolling farmland in the scenic Hope Valley, the scattered village of Westhope is situated at the southern foot of the famous Wenlock Edge. The area is packed with lovely walks, rambling routes and cycle trails down local paths and bridleways. Many of Shropshire's main attractions are within easy driving distance such as Church Stretton - known as 'Little Switzerland' to the locals - which offers a selection of antique shops and tea rooms and is surrounded by the beautiful Long Mynd Hills. The Acton Scott Historic Working Farm and the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre are also worth visiting, as is the Ironbridge World Heritage Site and the medieval towns of Shrewsbury and Ludlow - the latter of which boasts four Michelin starred restaurants. With so much to do in the local area, everyone is sure to find something they enjoy.
EPC Rating: Band DAccommodation
Sykes Gem Awards 2025 Bronze winner for Best Longstanding Property.
The Wain House sleeps up to six guests across three thoughtfully designed bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor king-size double with en-suite (separate shower, basin and WC), 1 x first-floor double, 1 x first-floor twin zip and link (Super-king on request).
Spacious family bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC.
Oil central heating.
At the heart of the cottage is a welcoming kitchen and dining area, fully equipped for easy, sociable meals, you’ll find a double electric oven, electric hob, microwave, cafetière, fridge/freezer, washing machine, and dishwasher, making it easy to cater for your group.
Alongside this, a cosy sitting room with exposed beams, comfortable seating, and a Smart 43" TV and Amazon Alexa offering the perfect place to unwind.
WiFi.
Shared games room with pool table, table football, table tennis, selection of books.
Gym with TV and cross trainer, rowing machine, multi-gym and weights.
All fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot, highchair and stairgate on request.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed, gravelled patio garden with garden furniture, charcoal BBQ (charcoal not included).
Private hot tub.
Two well-behaved dogs are welcome, with dog walking fields right on your doorstep and access to over 13 miles of woodland walks.
(Dogs must be kept on leads outside due to livestock.).
Sorry, no smoking.
Shared bike storage.
Shop 6 miles, pub 4.8 miles.
Note: There is restricted head height in part of this property due to a low beam crossing one side of the first floor landing.
Note: For any guests who wish to use the hot tub, the owner requires a disclaimer to be signed before use.
this will be emailed to you by the owner once you have booked.
Note: This property has a good housekeeping bond of £250
Nearby points of interest
- Land Of Lost Content Museum
Reviews (54)
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Christine
Hot tub was well maintained. Games room was an added bonus pool table was good fun but was disappointed you had to pay to use it. Plenty of board games available to use. However could do with some more ping pong balls. The mini snooker table and ice hockey table could do with replacing. Communication with staff was excellent. We found that the 9.30am checkout was too early and could do with changing to 10.00am and having spoken to other holiday makers there they said the same. Overall had a lovely time.
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Amanda
Hot tub was the best & cleanest Iâve ever been into. Our only comment would be to raise the fence and add a 6 foot gate to the side of the property for privacy but also . When in the tub the wind channels down from the hill & makes it a tad chilly when getting out. Otherwise highly recommend â¦. Perfecto
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Malgorzata Scholtz
The property is fairly spacious and it was certainly sufficient for 6 people (2 adults and 4 kids). The place was clean and beds vere comfortable! As a self catering accommodation the equipment is quite basic and it would be beneficial to add some extra items. Both bathrooms would also benefit from some shelving units as there is no space to keep toiletries. We were visiting during a heatwave and the house, particularly upstairs can get very hot but no fans (or Aircon) is available. The outside space is small, sufficient for sitting and relaxing but children had to go outside the property to play. The garden is in full sun all day and only small umbrella is available; luckily we had our gazebo with us, which protected us from the sun. There is no grass, only stones. Parking is sufficient for two large cars and the place is easy to find on Google Maps. Overall, we had a great stay!