About this property
Ellesmere 3.1 miles. Lyneal Cottage is a characterful detached house nestled into the tranquil countryside outside of the village of Ellesmere, with mature gardens, pretty décor, and south-facing rural views making it an ideal base for friends and families, plus their four-legged companions, seeking a retreat to Shropshire. Be welcomed by this attractive home, entering into living spaces where care has been taken to complement traditional features with contemporary amenities. First discover a sitting room with wooden beams threaded throughout and the added ambience of a woodburning stove, an ideal spot for a movie night in. The property sports a tasteful kitchen with ample amenities for home cooking, and a dining space where guests can enjoy a hearty meal, accompanied by a glass of fizz.
There is also a conservatory overlooking the mature garden, the ideal spot for enjoying a coffee and a good book. The house has three bedrooms in the main house, and one in the annex, with the main house featuring a ground-floor king-size with patio doors and a shower room, a king-size with ensuite and roll top bath, and a twin that can be made into a super-king serviced by a charming family bathroom, with welcoming green décor to make you feel at home. The annex houses a further bedroom and shower room, set on the ground floor. When the sun is shining, head out into the garden to enjoy the birdsong and fresh air, dining alfresco as the evening wears on and the stars appear overhead.
A traditional pub can be found less than a mile away, while the market town of Ellesmere offers a selection of shops, eateries, and attractions around its famous meres. Ideally situated for exploring the local area, the cottage is within easy reach of Colemere Country Park, which can be reached by a short drive or enjoyed on foot via a scenic walk along the canal. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy paddleboarding on the canal or at Ellesmere, while those looking to discover the region's heritage will find the renowned National Trust properties of Attingham Park and Erddig within easy reach. With beautiful countryside, waterside activities, and historic attractions nearby, the cottage provides an excellent base for a varied and memorable stay.
Further afield, visitors can explore the Shropshire to Llangollen Canal, wander the historic streets of Whitchurch, or enjoy a day out in Oswestry with its independent shops and heritage attractions. For a memorable countryside retreat with generous living spaces, attractive gardens, and easy access to Shropshire's Lakeland, choose Lyneal Cottage.
The pretty market town of Ellesmere with its Tudor, Georgian and Victorian buildings quietly nestles between the Shropshire Meres and the well-known Shropshire to Llangollen canal, in an area renowned as Shropshire's Lakeland. Steeped in history and originally fortified as an Anglo-Saxon settlement, this peaceful town boasts a lovely church with a 15th century roof and was home to Thomas Telford during the building of the canal network in the late 18th century. The town also boasts a good variety of shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as an abundance of entertainment on and around the meres in the surrounding area. Stroll through Cremorne Gardens, go fishing or boating, take some time to explore Colemere Country Park with its wonderful wildlife and scenic walks, or walk along the canal. A lovely location offering something for everyone at any time of year.
Accommodation
Main House: .
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size bedroom with en-suite featuring a roll-top bath, basin and WC, 1 x super-king-size bedroom (zip/link, can be made into twins on request) with use of the family bathroom with walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x ground-floor king-size bedroom with access to a shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC and patio doors.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Conservatory snug.
Utility
Annex:
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Single-storey.
One super-king (zip and link can be a twin on request) bedroom.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Games room with table tennis table.
Amenities: .
Air source heat pump plus oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, airfyer.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available.
Rear enclosed garden with mature shrubs, patio, furniture and BBQ.
Off-road parking for 3 cars.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Wash station for muddy paws.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 3 miles, pub 0.6 miles, lake1.6 miles.
Note: Check-in 4pm, check-out 10am.
Note: This property has a good housekeeping bond of 250GBP