Hampton Lodge in Shropshire | Cottage With a Hot Tub

About Hampton Lodge

This luxury, two-storey bespoke chalet with outstanding reviews is situated on the owner's exclusive and tranquil country estate with adjoining woodland, close to the famous meres at Ellesmere. With many unique features, including a corner fire hearth housing an electric woodburning-effect stove, a six meter vaulted ceiling and all glazed frontage, this stunning property certainly has the wow factor to make your stay extra special.

The large open plan kitchen, dining and sitting area offers fantastic furnishings throughout, including a large antler light centre piece and a rustic handcrafted dining and coffee table. There are four spacious bedrooms at your wonderful holiday home, all with Egyptian cotton bed linen and towels, as well as wall-mounted televisions.

The wonderful master bedroom is on the first floor and boasts a superb king-size double bed with en-suite facilities, as well as a feature glazed frontage from where idyllic Shropshire countryside views can be seen. Open up the large French doors from the living area onto the huge south-facing, all weather terrace from where you can relax in the superb hydrotherapy spa hot tub with mood lighting, whilst admiring the views of the Shropshire countryside and watching the regular visitors of all kinds of wildlife that come out to play from the adjacent wood.

Just two miles down the road is the pretty market town of Ellesmere with its Tudor, Georgian and Victorian buildings, and is famous for its picturesque mere, which offers fishing and boat hire. Nestled between the Shropshire Meres and the well-known Shropshire to Llangollen canal, it's a great location to explore the area renowned as ShropshireÂ’s Lakeland.

With luxury unique features in a tranquil country setting, combined with the hydrotherapy spa to unwind in makes for a perfect relaxing holiday all year round

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Need To Know

✓Oil central heating with electric woodburning-effect stove in sitting area
✓ Electric range oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 5 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, Fast Fiber WiFi
✓ Fuel and power included in rent
✓ Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓ Travel cot and highchair on request
✓ Permanent handmade stairgate
✓ Off road parking for 4 cars
✓ Veranda with furniture, BBQ and hydrotherapy spa hot tub, plus use of large garden with badminton net and equipment
✓ Free, private use of outdoor table tennis table, all equipment provided
✓ Sorry, no pets and no smoking
✓ Shop and pub 2 miles
✓ Note: Open tread stairs to first floor bedroom, and small landing area overlooks the living area, children must be supervised at all times
✓ Note: No stag/hen parties, or similar
✓ Note: Check-in 4pm

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Hot Tub

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Hot Tub

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Hampton Lodge Reviews

Sabrina

Our family of 6 had a wonderful stay at Hampton lodge it really was beautiful. An amazing way to start our summer holidays. The lodge is very spacious and has everything you would need for a week away from home. The children loved picking out there rooms and playing outside, watching the sun set from the decking and taking a dip in the hot tub after long days out. The owners really have thought about everything and you can tell just how much work an love they have put into this lodge. The cake was also very tasty so thank you for that.

Homely place to stay with accommodating and friendly owners.

Catherine

Hampton Lodge is sitiuated as seen on the publcity in the middle of nowhere seemingly, until floodlighting appears at the foot of selected trees at nightfall! Creatively positioned, and designed internally also, The Lodge supplies everything to ensure a most enchanting and yet practical stay for a week. Versatile, adaptable and deliciously welcoming every day. Gloriously relaxing experience.

Malcolm

Beautiful lodge and setting. Warm welcome from owner, cake was lovely. Only a tiny thing but the lighting was a little dim, especially over the dining table at night. Would absolutely recommend it for a family stay.

Catherine

We had an amazing holiday at Hampton Lodge. We came with our four adult children and two of their partners, so although we wanted to spend time together, we still needed the lodge to be big enough so we didn't feel on top of one another, and Hampton Lodge provided this. The lodge genuinely felt big enough for eight adults, with enough sofa space and space at the dining table for everyone. We couldn't fault the lodge, it was just perfect in every way and we had a lovely stay. It was exactly as advertised on Sykes, and the little extras like board games, badminton set, and table tennis ensured we always had plenty to do. The hot tub being under the veranda was great as it meant we could continue to enjoy it even when the weather was not great. We also couldn't have asked for a better location and there was plenty to do in the local area. We visited the aqueduct, hired a canal boat for the day, visited Hawkstone Park Follies and went white water rafting. Barbara was a great host, welcoming us with her amazing cake and providing lots of information about things to do nearby. All in all this is probably the best accommodation we have stayed in and everyone in our family had a great time, the week just flex by. I wouldn't hesitate to book again and I don't believe anyone would regret booking Hampton Lodge for their holiday.

If I could give 10 stars I would, this lodge is perfectly located in seclusion and offers a sense of privacy & luxury away from the world. We spent one week with our 3 boys 1 under 2, 2 approaching teenagers and we were able to facilitate everyone's needs and enjoyment thanks to the well planned lodge layout and facilities. On top of that, Barbara who is quite clearly a legend, was very helpful in ensuring we had what we needed and we very much enjoyed chatting to her. The hydrotherapy hot tub is large and helped me with a joint condition I am currently recovering from. Our older boys loved the hot tub, badminton net and area to kick a football around. All in all given our busy family, we had the best week we could thanks to this place & would very much recommend it.

Perfect weekend getaway in the countryside with friends at the Hampton Lodge. Barbara was very welcoming and the cake on arrival was a really nice touch!

John Scott

The best holiday weve had in years. Hampton Lodge was fantastic and had everything we needed to enjoy a 5 star holiday. Cant recommend Hampton lodge highly enough. We will defiantly be back!

Stephen

Lovely quiet secluded location, the lodge and facilities are excellent, lovely ... Lovely quiet secluded location, the lodge and facilities are excellent, lovely owners that leave you to enjoy your break but are close by if needed, will definitely return and rebook this lodge, you won't be disappointed

Kristina

We had a lovely stay in Hampton lodge. It had everything we needed, the hot tub was amazing, beautiful surroundings. Very private as you cant see anything but nature around you. We loved seeing the sheep outside, the covered decking area was lovely especially as we had some sunny days. Perfect for watching the stars at night too. We had four generations staying from a toddler to elderly and we all enjoyed. One of the bulbs went in the bathroom and within half hour it had been repaired by the host. Lots to do within 30 minutes drive including the mere just down the road where we enjoyed feeding the ducks and walking. Everyone in the local area was friendly, we visited the town with a few shops and lovely bakery. Also visited the national ironworks centre, Oswestry, a few lovely local pubs and then back to the lodge to relax in the hot tub and take in the amazing views. We are definitely hoping to return in the future!

Lovely welcome from owner with tea ,coffee and a cake. Accomodation Lovely and clean,beautiful location,so peaceful thoroughly recommended.

A lovely house, immaculate, wellequipped and in a great area. Barbara was so friendly and helpful with advice on where to visit. We really appreciated the large livingdiningkitchen, and the fact that the hot tub was just on the verandah outside. It was too cold and windy to use the table tennis or badminton outdoors, but we went to Chester 12 hour drive, Blists Hill 1 hour and the Chirk canal tunnel and Pontcysyllte aqueduct. A surprising highlight was the trail around Hawkstone Follies which all three generations of us really enjoyed. We always have our family gettogethers at February half term and Hampton Lodge was brilliant for us. I just wish we could visit in summer too, when it must be even better! A welldeserved 5 stars.

Elizabeth

We booked Hampton lodge for a girls weekend and had the best stay. Beautiful lodge, got everything you need and feels like your in the middle of no where. Shops and takeaways just a ten minute drive away. Barbara was lovely too!

Howard

The Hampton Lodge was fantastic for me and my 4 siblings, it had everything we needed. The little touches that Barbara added like a hand baked cake waiting for us on arrival really made us feel welcome and wanted.

We had a wonderful stay at Hampton Lodge. The accommodation is superb and the surrounding areas beautiful and peaceful. The owner, Barbara, was so friendly and welcoming, even baking a cake for our arrival. There is plenty of information about various areas to visit, walks, cycling, places to eat, etc she has tried to think of everything a guest could possibly need. We enjoyed ourselves so much we are already talking about returning again next year!

Trevor

Excellent lodge and good location for exploring the area.

Paulette

Lovely home Owners were fabulous Would stay again

An amazing property in a fantastic location. We loved our week staying here and would definitely go back!

Connie

We recently visited Hampton Lodge for a family staycation 6 adults, 1 child and it was lovely from start to finish. The location was peaceful with lovely views. There was a thoughtful touch of home made Victoria sponge cake for our arrival. The accommodation itself was spacious, with lovely decor and furnishings and we immediately felt at home. The kitchen is well equipped and the beds comfy. Barbara has been a lovely host during our stay and made some great recommendations of places to visit which we took up. During the week we played a lot of badminton which made for some great competition!, cooked on the barbecue and relaxed in the hot tub. Overall a fantastic stay in great accommodation with lovely views. Would definitely recommend!

Leanne

Gorgeous property. Very spacious and lovely views. Hot tub was amazing. Lots of attention to attention to detail throughout the property. Thank you. We had a great weekend.

Hampton Lodge provides excellent accommodation in beautiful, secluded surroundings. The owner has provided everything required to ensure that customers have all they need to enjoy a 5 star plus holiday. Add to this top drawer cleanliness and a very well equipped private, individual property and you have a model for a very successful, worry free vacation. The owner goes the extra yard to ensure that all the facilities are in tip top order and provides highlydetailed guides to where to visit and where you might shop and eat. A first class facility and deservedly recommended. We will definitely return.

I can't recommend Hampton Lodge highly enough. Barbara, one of the owners was very accommodating, personable and caring. She came round to introduce us, help us settle in and provided a number of recommendations for places to visit. The lodge itself is lovely, fantastic location in terms of potential day trips for the family, but also a lovely setting with nice views and very cosy. Ellesmere and general amenities are also very close. I went with the family and they loved it.

Myself and the girls had an amazing relaxing stay at Hampton lodge. It was extremely clean and comfortable, we found the kitchen to be very well stocked with kitchen utensils for cooking. The hot tub was just perfect and extremely well looked after. Barbara communication was fantastic before hand as I had a number of questions before we arrived. She welcomes us on arrival and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our stay. Barbara recommend a restaurant called The Boat House, we had lunch there one afternoon. Well the food and the service was absolutely fantastic I would also highly recommend it. Thank you and for our wonderful stay, we look forward to seeing you again soon.

Wonderful location, beautiful lodge and brilliant hosts. We would certainly visit again

Penelope

Absolutely fantastic stay for a girls weekend, we had a fabulous time. The lodge is beautiful and the owner is so lovely, you feel at home immediately. Would definitely recommend booking here to anyone who would like a quiet lodge getaway.

Myself an 7 friends have just returned from an amazing weekend at Hampton Lodge. The lodge itself exceeded our expectations, the setting was perfectyou are literally in the middle of nowhere so for those of you wanting to get away from it all then look no further.the lodge was just beautiful an enough space for all of us 840 something gin drinking ladies. Barbara the host was so welcoming, she made us feel at home straight away, gave us lots of recommendations if we wanted to venture outand made us the most gorgeous Victoria sponge cake as a welcome gift. We had a trip out to Ellesmere where we ate at the lovely Meze Greek Restaurant the food was amazing an they staff there was so lovely too, then we found a fab little bar call the Vault which had live music on Saturday night really good atmosphere an highly recommended if you do venture out of the lovely lodge. Ive got to mention Pete the taxi driverTennant taxishis number is in the information book provided at the lodgePete who we renamed Cliff dont ask was so accommodating with ushe did numerous trips ferrying us back an toolovely guy. We absolutely had the best time here and have already put our dates in for next year. Thanks Barbara for a memorable weekend.see you next year!!

Corrina

The lodge was really well equipped and of a high standard. Hosts were lovely and really helpful. It was what we would have expected in that price bracket, would certainly return at some point. Only point for improvement would be that we found the lounge area not really big enough for our group to comfortably relax, sofas could be comfier or better thought out. That's said we didn't find it too much of an issue as we sat at the table and outside mostly

We had a fantastic week at Hampton Lodge and Barbara was a lovely host, making sure we knew where everything was and gave us great local advice. Her cake was super light and didnt last very long! Lodge Beds were super comfy and the lodge was spotlessly clean on arrival. We made use of the hot tub most days. Rural location but idyllic, so if you need a cab during your stay, make sure you book in advance. Tennants taxis were fab. Local Tesco stocks everything you could want. Table tennis and badminton were great fun! Food and drink Boathouse in Ellesmere does an amazing chowder and their afternoon tea looked amazing, but we didnt get to try it Corn Mill in Llangollen has a lovely view of the river from the decking Sun Inn at Welshampton does a stunning Sunday roast Thai gate in Ellesmere is very tasty The Vault is an underground quirky pub Places to visit Llangollen Powis castle Whittington castle Ellesmere boating late and sculpture trail Overall we had a fantastic week away at Hampton Lodge and would thoroughly recommend it to anyone!

Wow what a fantastic place to be! Barbara the owner was more than helpful and even made us a beautiful cake. The property is immaculately clean and the beds are 10 out of 10 for comfort. We was provided with everything we needed other than food. Relaxing scenery with enough space to let your hair down and truly enjoy your surroundings. Will definitely be going back. There was only one downfall to this booking we didnt book long enough.

The lodge is amazing, has all the home comforts you need in the most idyllic location. Barbara The host was so nice and couldnt do enough for us when we arrived and then simply left us to it. Ill certainly be back.

Hampton Lodge is absolutely brilliant. A fabulous lodge situated in the most beautiful, peaceful setting. The accommodation is spacious, high quality and very well equipped. All those minor, but important details were catered for sufficient crockerycutlery, hot tub temperature perfect , etc and plenty of nice touches too, like the divine Victoria Sponge cake on arrival! Barbara was a wonderful owner to deal with friendly, attentive and genuine. The location is perfect for exploring a lovely part of the world and also to experience a slower pace of life in privacy. Would definitely recommend. We arent generally a family to go back to the same place twice, but may make an exception in this case

Judith

Amazing place fantastic facilities of course the hot tub was fabulous Barbara ... Amazing place fantastic facilities of course the hot tub was fabulous Barbara was there to welcome us with a delicious cake but then we were left to enjoy all the tranquility and spacious comfortable accommodation Just wonderful

Lovely Lodge and ideal for our family holiday. The owner Barbara was very friendly and helpful. Would not hesitate to recommend the lodge to family and friends.

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Mervyn

This lodge is completely secluded, which was exactly what we hoped for.

Rachel Elizabeth

Completely perfect weekend with 8 girls for my 30th birthday. amazing host and amazing lodge, great location. Cant fault a thing. Thank you

An absolutely stunning lodge. Super quiet surroundings, relaxing, peaceful just wonderfu. Barbara the owner was so friendly and chatty, what a lovely lady. The lodge itself provided everything we needed. Would highly recommend, and will hopefully return.l

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Attractions Near Hampton Lodge

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an Hampton Lodge itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Shropshire has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

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Llangollen Boat Trips - LL20 8TA

about 13 Miles

Llangollen Wharf is one of the major attractions in North Wales and is an excellent place to spend the day as a family. The Wharf is situated in the peaceful market town of Llangollen - now part of a World Heritage Site. Horse Drawn Boat Trips are available along the feeder for the main canal and are a unique way to explore the area. Motorised Aqueduct Cruises are also on offer for those who prefer a slightly faster pace. Both trips allow visitors to take in all the magnificent sites of Llangollen Canal.

Shropshire Wildlife Trust - SY3 5FB

about 16 Miles

This is a fantastic attraction in the Shrewsbury area of Shropshire. Designed to provide children with a fun and educational experience the whole family can learn about wildlife here and the outdoors. There are 38 nature reserves in total and visitors are welcomed and encouraged to enjoy the area by taking part in walks, talks and regular events. Check out their website for the latest events such as Apple Day and Wildlife through the Seasons.

Pen-Y-Ffrith Bird Garden - LL11 3AB

about 18 Miles

Pen-Y-Ffrith Bird Garden is an 18 acre site, filled with glorious woodland, dramatic gardens, streams, ponds and a 3 acre lake. As the seasons change so do the delights of the park. During springtime the bluebell woods are spectacular while in the summer the bog garden is a favourite attraction with some unusual displays of flora and fauna. In the autumn a walk through the ravine with its flowing waterfalls in not to be missed. There are also several yearly events to enjoy including the Bat walk in September.

Go Ape Cheshire - WA16 6RW

about 21 Miles

Out of all of the Go Ape! courses the one in Cheshire is the most spread out and it takes staff ten minutes to patrol the site on bike - which gives a good indication of the size of this place. If you're looking for an adventurous and memorable day out then Go Ape is highly recommended. Trek through the treetops, swing between the trees and enjoy zip wire rides all as part of your experience. This attraction opens every day from the end of March to end October and is open on weekends in November. Go Ape Cheshire is closed every Tuesday except school holidays.

Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom - TF6 6DJ

about 21 Miles

Locally renowned for the Sheep Steeple chasing and daily goat races this is a really unique family attraction that the kids will love. You can really get hands on with the farm animals with the animal handling sessions and you can have a go at teaching the parrots to talk! The crazy craft cabin will keep even the most creative entertained with pottery and painting amongst other things. When you are in need of a rest head for the The Hungry Shepherd Tea Room where you can enjoy a bite to eat and children can burn even more energy in the indoor play area.

Wepre Country Park - CH5 4HL

about 21 Miles

Wepre Country Park is home to one of the largest play areas in Wales and is perfect for a fun family day out during the summer months. The site has miles of attractive woodland to be explored and cycling and nature trails are very popular ways to see the best of the area. The grounds of the historic estate also have beautiful gardens with stunning floral displays and there is plenty of open space for children to play. An annual events programme ensures that seasonal activities take place regularly including spooky Halloween Walks, Christmas Carol Singing and Ranger led events. There is also a visitor's centre with a small shop.

Blue Planet Aquarium - CH65 9LF

about 22 Miles

Fantastic attraction in the Cheshire region suited to family days out as well as school and corporate visits. The "Jawsome" sharks are a sight to behold and new for 2010 is the Tarantula Tower. You can save time and money by bookings online and at the moment they are offering a discount of £2.00 per person when you book this way. Winner of the Visit Chester and Cheshire Best Tourism Experience of the Year - you can be assured of a fun and educational day out. Look out for special events throughout the year including Boo! Planet Halloween and Otter Month.

Powis Castle and Gardens - SY21 8RF

about 23 Miles

This National Trust site is one of the finest in Wales. The stunning castle was once a medieval fortress and has been remodelled several times over the last 400 years. The Great Hall is home to some amazing collections of paintings as well as sculptures and tapestries. The gardens are world famous with stunning areas of French and Italian style as well as a gorgeous orangery. Children's activities can be enjoyed during school holidays and on special occasions such as Halloween and Christmas.

Wonderland - ME10 4PB

about 24 Miles

This award winning theme park in Shropshire has something for everyone. Children will delight at the amazing array of rides and activities. Described on their own website as a "fairytale adventure" there is a nursery rhyme and fairytale characters theme running throughout the park. One inside the park you can enjoy unlimited free rides and there's an indoor soft play area for the younger ones and for when the weather is not on your side. Another popular aspect of this attraction is the nature trail. Check out their website for the latest events and admission costs. This company also owns Jungleland - another great attraction just 4 miles from Wonderland.

The Edge Adventure Activity Centre - SK17 8PW

about 25 Miles

The Edge Adventure Activity Centre is the place to go if you are looking to have a day out with a difference. Ideal for active families with older kids and teenagers, the centre offers a range of thrilling activities including High Rope Courses, Trekking, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Mountain Boarding and Off Road Karting. You can enjoy just one or try a few of the available activities during a day at the centre. The centre also offers fun packed birthday parties and corporate events.

Greenfield Valley Heritage Park - CH8 7GH

about 28 Miles

Greenfield Valley Heritage Park in Flintshire has something for everyone including a museum, gardens, play area, small petting farm and visitors centre. The beautiful areas of woodland around the site are abundant with wildlife and ideal for walking, cycling and nature trails. A family ticket is just £10.50 so this is the ideal outing if you are on a tight budget. Seasonal tickets are also available from just £28.00 for a family of 4 and allow unlimited entry.

St Winefride's Well - CH8 7PN

about 28 Miles

St Winefride's Well in Flintshire is described at one of the 7 wonders of Wales and is shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Legend has it that the well first erupted at the spot where Caradog cut off the nuns head with his sword. The shrine was then erected in her memory in the first decade of the sixteenth century and remains one of the holiest places in Wales. The stunning temple and well attract visitors from all over the world. Water can be drawn from the spring basin within the crypt and is thought to be lucky.