The Shooting Folly in Shropshire | Cottage With a Hot Tub

About The Shooting Folly

Without any doubt, The Shooting Folly is as unique holiday home that we have ever come across. Standing all on its own, surrounded by glorious Shropshire farmland and with long views over fields and woods, it is an unbelievably romantic bolt hole in some of the most attractive countryside in England.

Itâ€™s history dates back to the 19th Century, once believed to be an old shooting lodge, the building is wonderfully quirky with a crenelated mock church tower at one end, a stepped gable at the other and in between a simple, timber thatched cottage! In recent years the folly has been transformed (from a ruin) by its current owners back to its former glory using high quality materials, to create a very homely and unique â€˜hideawayâ€™ filled with period features and all mod cons youâ€™d expect from a high quality home, including a super Cedar Hot Tub.

In our opinion, the Folly is just as perfect for honeymooners as it is for walkers, in fact anyone seeking peace and tranquillity in a remote rural environment. There is little not to love in this gem, not least that there are two pubs within a few miles too!

The gorgeous village of Cheswardine is relatively untouched and is a typical Shropshire village. There are two pubs in the village, The Fox & Hounds and The Wharf Tavern which sits right on the canal.

For walkers (and the non-walkers too!) there is a network of public footpaths all round from your front door. The Shooting Folly is a brilliant getaway for couples that are looking for a honeymoon destination, or just a space to get away from everyday life.

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Need To Know

Underfloor heating, woodburner
Electric hob, oven and grill, fridge with freezer compartment, slimline dishwasher and microwave
TV, DVD and selection of DVDs, 4G signal (no WIFI but 4G is picked up)
Fuel and power inc in rent
Bed linen and towels inc in rent
Travel cot and highchair
Enclosed garden , paved and gravelled areas, cedar hot tub, feature well with lighting and safety grill
Charcoal BBQ available please note only charcoal to be used as Thatched Cottage
Off road parking
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Sorry infants only, no children Shop and pub 2 miles
Note: Washing facilities available with owner, upon request (lives nearby)

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The Shooting Folly Reviews

Lauren

Had a lovely stay in your beautiful folly. Don't change a thing! Faultless once again, thank you.

It was fantastic everything we wanted and everything we thought it would be. Stephen was very helpful. It was a surprise for my other half and she could not of been more pleased with it. Thank you.

Amazing! From start to finish we could not have been happier. So peaceful and the scenery was spectacular. Stargazing in the hot tub and breakfast looking out onto the fields. The little touches with fresh eggs on arrival and the log fire already lit added that true sense of being looked after. We will definitely be booking again and recommending to friends and family. Anyone looking for the perfect getaway for 2, this is the place to go.

Truly exceptional property, we described it to friends today as 5 star plus, plus. Everything from the basics like loo rolls and dish clothes, little extras like chocs on the bed and fresh eggs & local biscuits was done with care, quality, and attention to detail. The Christmas tree and decorations was a particularly lovely welcome with the fire going and underfloor heating on when we arrived after a long drive through ice and snow made it even more welcoming and special. The finish on the property was excellent, bed was extremely comfy, lovely quality bed linen and ooooh the hot tub was heavenly!! It is obvious the renovation of the Shooting Folly was a real labour of love. The kitchen is very well equipped and laid out in such a way that cooking was as intuitive as if we were at home. Our hosts were warm and welcoming, the dairy cows were charming neighbours. The rural location enabled us to really get away from it all and properly unwind, relax and recharge. It was lovely to have a tour of the farm too, thank you. The Shooting Folly is conveniently located for Ironbridge and Shrewsbury, we were also delighted to explore the local towns and villages. We are likely to return in the very near future and try the hot tub when there isnt frost or snow we cant wait!

Extremely peaceful cozy cottage in beautiful surroundings. Completely rested the hot tub was amazing

Sharon

It was fantastic a lovely little folly in the middle of nowhere. Peace and quiet plenty of wild life only the cows to talk too fantastic

We had a great, chilled time thats why we keep coming back. Fantastic escape from the rat race thank you.

Fantastic Place to chill out & reset in the quietest of locations. Loved every minute & really didnt want to leave. So much attention to detail & thought has gone into designing the folly. Having Breakfast with the door open so we can talk with the cows, every window giving fantastic views. Oh & the hot tub Relaxing in the bubbles next to the herd as the sun goes down. perfection!

Jeffrey

Wonderful property . Relaxing and peaceful ! Granddaughter really enjoyed watching the cows !

Absolutely beautiful little cottage, so peaceful and relaxing. The photos do not do it justice. We loved watching the cows from the hot tub. Stephen the ownerfarmer was so friendly and helpful and suggested some fantastic places to eat nearby. If you want somewhere where you can completely switch off, relax and recharge your batteries in the most beautiful place then we can think of nowhere better!

We loved the setting and the accommodation. The eggs, milk, biscuits and chocolates were a lovely touch. Also the supply of washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets long with soaps etc. These all added to the convenience of the rental. Being able to relax in the hot tub after a day out was an added bonus. Thank you for everything

Absolutely stunning property and setting. Everything you needed for a peaceful break, thank you.

Tristen

Very sweet and unique place obvious that a lot of love went into restoring it. Just the escape we were looking for.

Wow! What a find! The shooting folly is absolutely stunning and perfect for a relaxing stay away. The property is well thought out and has been furnished to a high standard. It was super clean on arrival and the fresh milk and eggs were greatly appreciated. It's really private so perfect for getting away from it all. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and can't wait to go back.

Carolyn

Just perfect

Sharon

Our second visit to The Shooting Folly and once again, it didn't disappoint. Everything as we remembered. The peace, quiet and hot tub were great for relaxing. A great base for visiting Ironbridge, Trentham and Hawkstone Park Follies. I'm sure we will be visiting again. Thanks for the eggs, milk and biscuits they were really good.

Stephanie

What a wonderful cozy cottage with the added luxury of the hot tub. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay again. It was warm, cozy and had everything we needed, mobile reception was a bit sketchy but who cares. It was really clean and the bed was really comfortable... just lovely!

We had a lovely relaxing long weekend at the Folly. Would definitely recommend it to friends. The honesty bar is a great idea. Rebuilding the Folly must have been a labour of love and it shows in the finished product. It was a shame that the poor weather kept the cows inside up at the farm.

Lovely cottage that has been tastefully restored with modern comforts. Little extras very much appreciated especially the fresh egg and farm fresh milk

Andrew

We had a wonderful stay in The Shooting Folly. The cottage is very comfortable and full of character and the hot tub was very welcome after a hike. Cheswardine is an easy 2 mile walk across the fields and the Red Lion pub is very welcoming. All in all a lovely place to explore North Shropshire.

The Shooting Folly is a fantastic cottage for a couple looking for peace and quiet in an unspoiled part of the country. Everything is provided, including towels for use with the hot tub and even an honesty bar. The cottage is warm and spotlessly clean. There are numerous walks in the area in woodland, farmland and by the canal a couple of local pubs and its only a short drive to small towns like Newport and Market Drayton. We thoroughly recommend it.

Lovely property suitable for two people wanting a quiet retreat in the Shropshire countryside. The cottage had everything needed including an honesty bar! The fresh milk and eggs were very welcome thank you Stephen. We hope to come again later in the year.

This was our first stay at the Shooting Folly, and it won't be our last. We chose the Folly to stay over the New Year. We wanted a quiet and comfortable stay. We certainly got that however, the pictures do not do the property justice. The style of the decorations and furnishings is spoton, and the attention to detail was fantastic. We are seasoned travelers, and always take some extra utensilsglassware nothing was required. The hosts were great, and the fresh milk and eggs were a lovely touch. Definately recommended.

A lovely period property with a real home from home feel. Stephen was very helpful when we got lost in the dark. The little extras where a nice touch. The fresh milk was yumi it brought some lovely childhood memories back. Thanks again Stephen.

Jessica

A beautiful home and location. The cottage is well equipped and we were very comfortable. We will certainly be returning in the future.

Debbie

The Shooting Folly is an ideal hideaway for 2 people. The place is cute, comfortable and clean. The finishing touches such as fresh farm eggs and milk, the honesty bar and warm hospitality make you feel very welcome and at home. The hot tub is fantastic as you sit, enjoying the warm bubbles, a cold drink and incredible views across the fields. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for a romantic, quiet getaway.

Fantastic property, everything you need for a quiet relaxing getaway.

Heather

The shooting folly was a perfect get away the restoration was amazing tranquility at its best

Jonathan

Just an amazing place. Tranquility personified! 100 recommend spending a few nights at the folly and just enjoying the peace, cows and country side.

Great little cottage with everything that you need including total peace and the lack of any light pollution with just the cows for neighbours. ...perfect. Just what we were looking for and will definitely be staying here again.

This is a lovely isolated quirky cottage, situated in the heart of Shropshire countryside. It was lovely to sit in the garden and listen to the peace and quiet of the surroundings and the occasional moo from the cows. The cottage was really well equipped and the hot tub was a nice addition. We took our bikes and loved cycling around the traffic free country lanes.

Andrew

The Shooting Folley is certainly a very unique property set in the most rural of locations. If you're looking for a place to get away from it all and be able to totally relax then this is worth considering. We found the property very well equipped with everything you could need with the hot tub adding the icing to the cake. The owner Stephen, who lives on the adjacent farm, was also very friendly and accommodating. If you like walking there are several good local walks that can be navigated straight from the cottage, although we would recommend wearing decent boots and trousers as we found some parts of the walks overgrown and a little difficult to follow. Apart from walking there are several interesting places to visit in the area that are not too far away, with Ironbridge, Shrewsbury and Stoke all be very well worth a visit. The pubs and restaurants in the area are good, were particularly impressed with the Gastro Pub 'The Swan with Two Necks'. Living in Norfolk we are used to rural, but found this part of Shropshire to be on a different level. To sit on the patio or in the hot tub surrounded by cow fields literally in complete piece and quiet with just birds and the occasional cow 'mooing' was a wonderful experience and one we will long remember. Many thanks Stephen and Sykes Cottages.

What a fantastic place to stay. The location and tranquility was just what was required. Yes its snug but its still amazing place to stay. Steve and Tracy have done an amazing restoration and have thought of everything. The underfloor heating was a god send when coming from the hot tub and when it really cold it will be amazing. The Folly is well equipped and well thought out. The hot tub cover is a manual lift and is quite heavy to remove. The only thing that would make it a better stay would be a bigger fridge and especially one that the door open the opposite way, it was a bit awkward getting around the table to get in the fridge. But would but highly recommend this for a stay. Will miss the calves in the field behind, they were very entertaining, just wish we had taken more suitable footwear and it could have been possible to have a tour of the farm and see the cows being milked. The fresh milk and farm eggs were a lovely touch, had forgotten how nice fresh milk is. Well worth a stay and we would return.

guerite

Fabulous little getaway in what feels like the middle of nowhere. The folly as you approach it looks like a tiny Wendy house , inside it is just perfect it had everything you need and nothing you dont, theres just the right amount of room to happily set up camp for a week away. The bed is comfortable and lovely quality pillows. On the doorstep fresh, I mean super really fresh milk was delicious. Just a great week away

Adrian

Lovely place to stay so relaxing great hosts

Stephen

Really comfortable property in great location. 1010

What an amazing place. We had such a relaxing stay. Everything has been done to such a high standard. It truly was like a home from home, including lovely little extras like fresh milk and eggs from the farm. Thank you for such a lovely stay.

We had a wonderful stay which was above any beyond our already high expectations. The folly itself is every bit as good as it looks in the ad but the extras really do make this an excellent place to stay. We hope to stay again soon.

My boyfriend and I visited the folly for three nights and it was just perfect! Lots of little extras that were well thought out. The fire was well stocked and the hot tub warmed up for our arrival, even some fresh eggs and milk from the farm left on the table for us. It's so cute and cosy and great for some romantic time away in the countryside! The nearest pub is about an hours walk away. Although don't do what we did and have too many drinks you can't walk back home! All in all a wonderful little staycation and we will be back again for sure. Thanks very much Stephen.

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Attractions Near The Shooting Folly

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an The Shooting Folly 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.

Found a special day out near your cottage? Please let us know and we'll add it so that other visitors can enjoy it too!

Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom - TF6 6DJ

about 10 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.

Wonderland - ME10 4PB

about 14 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.

British Wildlife Rescue Centre - TN8 7AR

about 15 Miles

This is a really unique opportunity to see the fantastic work going on at this centre. The purpose of the British Wildlife Rescue Centre is to treat and care for injured wildlife which cannot be released into the wild. Many of the animals are brought to the centre by members of the public or the RSPCA. Visit their website to see the picture gallery and to find out how to help if this is something which interests you. There are also regular fundraising events such as the Sponsered Leg Wax.

Shropshire Wildlife Trust - SY3 5FB

about 19 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.

The Edge Adventure Activity Centre - SK17 8PW

about 21 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.

Alton Towers - ST10 4DB

about 22 Miles

Of course you can't mention attractions in Staffordshire without featuring the fabulous Alton Towers theme park. The rides range from thrilling to quite simply terrifying although there are more gentle family rides for the little ones. All ages are catered for here. Some of the most famoue rides include Th13teen, Air, The Blade and Nemesis. There is also a waterpark on site for some splashtastic fun. Look out for seasonal events taking place throughout the year such as Wonderful Winter, Pirate Weekend and The Ultimate Fireworks Event. Check out their website for the latest admission costs and save money by booking your tickets online.

Go Ape Cheshire - WA16 6RW

about 26 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.

Dudley Zoo - DY1 4QF

about 28 Miles

A day trip to Dudley Zoo in Worcestershire is a real treat for children and adults alike. The zoo is crammed with unusual and rare animals and educational talks, shows and organised activities are also on offer to make sure visitors get the most from their experience. During school holidays the zoo is particularly popular with families and a range of events take place including crafting sessions, face painting and hands on animal encounters. There is also a cafe and giftshop onsite.