Courtyard Cottage

About this property

Easy to access by car or by foot and nestled within the grounds of the Valley Hotel, just steps away from the beautiful Dale End Park which is beautifully set alongside the River Severn in the heart of the charming village of Ironbridge is this refurbished, thoroughly stylish perfectly located terraced home, Courtyard Cottage. The area is steeped in history and with a wealth of beautiful walks and attractions to visit. Set over three beautifully-presented floors and just paces away from the best hotel in Ironbridge awarded 2AA rosettes for culinary excellence and imaginative food and with its breathtaking, tranquil backdrop of trees and parklands, Courtyard Cottage is a superb base for both family and friends alike. Be greeted by one privately allocated open garage style parking space within this quiet, secluded small courtyard collection of cottages benefitting from extra off-road parking spaces just steps away, before unloading your luggage inside with ease and admiring the sound of the trees and wildlife nearby. Entering the property, discover the thoughtfully laid out and stylishly decorated open-plan living space, fitted with a shaker style country kitchen with a cosy rustic seating area. Here you can look forward to unwinding on the plush comfortable sofa or curling up on an armchair to enjoy a movie night in front of the Smart TV. The stylish and sociable kitchen offers fantastic facilities to assist with your self-catering needs including a selection of Denby cookware and crockery, microwave, dishwasher, electric hob, oven and fridge and a freezer. When dinner is served, settle down around the rustic dining table to tuck into a feast as you chat about the highlights of the day in Ironbridge. If the weather is nice, carry the conversation outside onto the private, peaceful rear garden which backs on to scenic tree lined parklands and provides a large lawn for your furry friend. Savour the last moments of the sun and take advantage of the outdoor sheltered dining area just a step away from the kitchen as the night draws in. Venture back inside and climb upstairs to the first floor where a roll-top bath awaits you, enticing you to pour in the bubbles and indulge in the relaxing soak. The first floor also hosts two beautifully decorated bedrooms with sumptuous luxury mattresses, a double and a twin, with the third found on the second floor, where you will discover the spacious master bedroom, boasting a comfortable luxurious king-size bed and mattress with views in both directions of the trees beyond, alongside your own television and luxury en-suite shower room. Courtyard Cottage enjoys a very rare slightly elevated, perfectly central location in Ironbridge; easy to access with no steep hills or steps to climb. A few minutes walk down to the riverside park there is a CO-OP shop and an array of restaurants, pubs and cafes nearby, not forgetting the iconic Ironbridge itself only an 8 minute walk. Head out on foot and grab yourself a delicious breakfast at The Dale End cafe or Sunday brunch with live Jazz at the Greenwood cafe just a short walk out of the property entrance to then explore an abundance of attractions. With ten fascinating museums to choose from, stroll along the imposing landmark of ‘The Ironbridge’ and afterward you can enjoy scenic views as you refuel with a bite to eat at the nearby Riverside Tea room or selection of fantastic pubs and restaurants Ironbridge has to offer including Thai, Tapas and Indian cuisine or grab a fish and chip shop supper on its beautiful decked dining platform overlooking the Ironbridge. Jump in the car for 6 minutes and visit the stunningly beautiful Wenlock Edge and the quintessentially English Historic Market Town of Much Wenlock or take a 20 minute drive to Bridgenorth and hop on the oldest and steepest inland funicular cliff railway and quoted as ‘The finest view in all my kingdom’ by Charles 1. Visit the beautiful town of Shrewsbury, just a 23 minute drive away, famous for its so many hidden gems, shuts and passages and for being the birthplace of Charles Darwin. Stroll through The Quarry Park and grab lunch at ‘The Boathouse’ overlooking the River Severn and take a Sabrina Boat Cruise tour around the River Severn Loop. Continue on a little further to explore The Longmynd, Carding Mill Valley and the village of Church Stretton, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just a 30 minute return journey encompassing breathtaking countryside river views all the way back to Ironbridge. Visit the bustling market town of Ludlow, home to the ruins of Ludlow Castle, here you can unveil the town's riveting past. Discover the heritage and culture on this splendid Shropshire getaway with a plethora of attractions to keep you entertained, choose Courtyard Cottage, Ironbridge for its easy access and perfect central location with all you could ask for on the door step.

Renowned as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, Ironbridge Gorge is a historical village, which is now blooming with nature. In present day, the gorge is combination of country lanes and footpaths for fantastic walks, as well as the world's first iron bridge. Ironbridge offers a wonderful selection of pubs, restaurants and shops and up to ten themed museums! The village is within easy reach of Shrewsbury, Much Wenlock Ludlow and Bridgnorth.

Accommodation

Over three floors.

Three bedrooms: 1 x second-floor king-size with TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x twin.

Bathroom with roll-top bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area

Gas central heating.

Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine and dishwasher.

2 x TVs, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking for 3 cars.

Enclosed rear garden with lawn and furniture.

One well-behaved pet welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Hotel and beautiful riverside park close by.

Shops and pubs 0.2 miles