Guests say
Stockbatch Granary is a spacious and characterful property, ideal for large family gatherings and celebrations. Guests have enjoyed the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable bedding, and the vast games room. The surrounding countryside offers beautiful walks and wildlife sightings, contributing to a peaceful and enjoyable stay. The property's remote location is appreciated for its tranquillity, though some guests noted difficulty with mobile signal and internet connectivity.
The property generally receives positive remarks for cleanliness, with guests impressed by the condition upon arrival. However, some guests noted the presence of insects and dust on furniture, suggesting room for improvement in certain areas.
The location is highly praised for its remote and peaceful setting, offering a tranquil escape and opportunities for countryside walks. The property's seclusion is a highlight, though the access track's condition has been a concern for some visitors.
Guests find the property comfortable, with ample seating, warm rooms, and comfortable beds. The spaciousness allows for various activities and relaxation. Some guests mentioned the need for better heating in certain areas, but overall, the comfort level is high.
Facilities like the games room and well-stocked kitchen are appreciated, but there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as ineffective ovens, showers with temperature control problems, and the need for upgrades in bathrooms. The poor Wi-Fi connectivity and mobile signal also affected some guests' experience.
There is insufficient information regarding specific thoughtful gestures or gifts provided by the property management, so it is not possible to accurately assess this category. As such, the score is set to null.
About this property
Shrewsbury 7 miles. Set back on magnificent private grounds within the sleepy village of Pitchford, is this impressive converted barn, Stockbatch Grannary. Home to seven bedrooms, this luxurious abode provides the ultimate setting for any large family or group getaway to Shropshire, whatever the occasion! Decorated with pretty blue cabinets and a sleek electric range cooker, the charming country kitchen/diner has been finished to a high-standard offering a wonderful space to prepare many delicious meals and delight in hearty home-cooked breakfasts throughout your stay. Across the way, a grand dining room is the perfect place to indulge in those more formal family feasts as you pop open a bottle of champagne and toast to making happy memories with your loved ones.
Continue the evening in the sitting room and snuggle on the plush red sofas as you keep nice and warm from the heat of the eye-catching open fire, all whilst the children play happily in the games barn with some friendly competition at the football table or a quick game of basketball with the wall-mounted hoop. Choose to stay in one of the four beautifully-appointed ground-floor bedrooms comprised of a king-size, a double and two twins, each of which can be found benefitting from their very own en-suites. Here, guests will also find a quaint staircase leading up to a first-floor king-size with striking feature beams and a gorgeous open en-suite boasting a roomy tub.
A second staircase can be found resting within the main entrance of the property and provides access to two additional bedrooms including a twin with an en-suite shower, and an arresting king-size hosting an attractive roll top bath and spacious walk-in shower.' When you can just about tear yourself away from this stunning home-away-from-home, be sure to make the most of your breath-taking surroundings with days spent hiking through Earl's Hill Nature Reserve and along The Wrekin. Venture into the centre of Shropshire and discover a sea of independent eateries and quirky local stores, as well as an abundance of attractions such as Shrewsbury Prison and the National Trust owned Attingham Park Estate, offering something for the whole family to enjoy.
See colourful flower at the Shrewsbury Flower Show or wander the well-manicured lawns of The Quarry, before crossing through Gullet passage. Catch the train to Iron Bridge for a tour of the captivating museum of Gorge or step back in time at the fantastic Victorian town of Blists Hill, with many fabulous stores. Spend time at Dudley Zoo and Castle and enjoy a thrilling day out to Challenge Academy - Baggeridge Adventure, where you can learn some new forest skills or set about on a fun obstacle course. Explore the woodlands at Umberslade Adventure or head out on the waters with Aztec Adventure & Aztec Aqua Park.
An incredible dwelling with adventure right at your fingertips, Stockbatch Grannary makes a superb setting for your next retreat to the Shropshire countryside.
Nestled within the breath-taking hills of Shropshire, the historical town of Shrewsbury offers a fantastic base for any escape to the countryside. Complemented by an abundance of friendly pubs and restaurants, as well as a number of well-stocked stores this town has all the essentials for a self-catering stay. Just a stone's throw away Church Stretton and Bishop's Castle make for excellent days out, whilst there's also much fun to be had in the town of Tedford.
Accommodation
Seven bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite roll top bath, separate walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size with en-suite bath, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor king-size with en-suite bath, separate walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x first floor twin with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x ground floor twins with en-suite shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Dining room.
Sitting room with open fire.
Games barn with table tennis table, football table, basketball hoop
Oil central heating with open fire.
Electric range cooker with electric hob, microwave, fridge, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available.
Off-road parking available for guests.
Enclosed garden with patio featuring outdoor seating and lawned area.
Three well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.1 miles, pub 4.2 miles.
Note: The access to this property is via a track through the estate, please take care when driving.
Please note: There is a good housekeeping bond for £150.
Note: There is a £30 supplement for EV charging, please advise Owner prior to stay should you have EV charging requirements (this is not a charging port, but a standard electric socket in the house and guests will need to provide the correct lead for their vehicle).
Nearby points of interest
- Ironbridge Museum
- Land Of Lost Content Museum
Reviews (62)
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Jane
Though the the home was well equipped there were a couple of issues One side of the cooker was very slow to heat up, The shower in the downstairs king had no hot water and in a house with so many guests one television was a little disappointing The phone coverage also left a lot to be desired. Even with these small issues we as a family had a fantastic time and the games room went down a storm with all the family
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Stephanie
It had everything you need for a large group. The bedrooms were warm with nice bedding and fluffy towels, 2 upstairs in the main block, and 1 upstairs and 4 downstairs through the games room in The East Wing. The games room isn't heated but you soon warm up playing table tennis or table football. The kitchen was extremely well equipped to cater for a large group, and the 2 large fridge/freezers were very useful. The lounge was huge and a bit cool despite the log fire, but the complimentary basket of logs was much appreciated. We think curtains for the several floor to ceiling lounge windows would most likely make it feel warmer. There were a few plumbing issues, e.g. one shower with no hot water and a couple of loos not working, but that didn't detract from our weekend as we had plenty of rooms to use the facilities. The access road is about a mile long and is in a very poor state in several sections, with huge potholes, so great care is needed, but no damage was done to any of our 4 cars. The caretakers were friendly and responded very quickly to all my queries, and said the plumbing issues would be sorted. All in all, we had a fab time and would recommend this property.
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Wendy
The living room and games room were used and enjoyed to the full. The kitchen was well equipped and Christmas lunch was prepared with ample space. The location is excellent and the granary was easy to find. The bedrooms were comfortable and roomy. The only problem we encountered was the smell of drains in bedroom C leaking down to bedroom D on our last day.