Guests say
Tuc-Tin is a well-received cottage in Shropshire, praised for its cleanliness, comfortable setting, and beautiful garden. Guests appreciate the friendly village location with easy access to local amenities and scenic walks. While some mention the steep stairs and downstairs bathroom, the overall experience is of a cosy, welcoming retreat ideal for relaxation and exploring the countryside.
The cottage consistently receives high marks for cleanliness, with multiple reviews highlighting its spotless condition upon arrival.
The location is highly regarded for its beautiful setting and proximity to local shops and pubs. Some concerns about road noise and parking are noted, but the overall sentiment is positive.
Comfort is well-rated, with guests finding the cottage cosy and the bed comfy. Some mention the steep stairs and the downstairs bathroom as minor inconveniences.
Facilities are generally good, with a well-equipped kitchen and garden. Some reviews suggest updates to the bathroom and garden furniture, and mention the need for maintenance in certain areas.
While guests find the cottage and hosts welcoming, there are no specific mentions of gifts or extra thoughtful touches that would warrant a score in this category.
About this property
This is a cosy, one bedroom, terraced cottage, located in the picturesque village of Clun in the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Traditionally-furnished throughout with an old world cast iron range, it really captures the original character of the cottage. Downstairs, there is an open plan living and dining area, with a stunning arched stone fireplace housing the freestanding old-fashioned range, with oven and small fire cradle offering the novelty of the warming glow of a natural fire during the cold months. The separate kitchen enjoys countryside views. Upstairs, there is a comfortably spacious bedroom with a craftsman-fitted pine, overlapped floor and a large thick rug, extending either side of the bed to add extra cosiness. Tuc-Tin garden has a stone patio, which has a combined bench seat and table, ideal for eating outdoors during the warm weather. There is a pleasant, enclosed lawned area for relaxing and sunbathing in, with an arched bench seat at the bottom of the garden to suit the afternoon sun. The 800-year old Clun Castle ruins can be seen from from Tuc-Tin, approximately one hundred yards away, with the hills of the beautiful Shropshire countryside beyond. With two pubs in the village, as well as tea rooms and high quality butchers, there is everything you need on your doorstep. The surrounding towns and villages are all easy to get to and a half-hour ride can take you to Ludlow, Bishops Castle, Church Stretton, Long Mynd, amongst many more idyllic places to visit. Travelling around Shropshire, Hereford and the Welsh countryside offers relatively quiet roads so you can get to your choice of destinations very easily, whilst enjoying the journey through the beautiful green hills and woodlands, whether you are walking, biking or driving. This is a fantastic property for couples to enjoy all year round.
A.E. Houseman's poem, A Shropshire Lad, defined Clun as 'the quietest place under the sun', and with its dramatic ruin of a Norman castle, Saxon church, the bustling river which flows under the 14th Century pack horse bridge, and a country inn, Clun is a rural gem situated in the South Shropshire Hills.
Accommodation
One double bedroom.
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, WC and bidet.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area and range.
Oil central heating with range.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, TV with Freeview, DVD, Wi-Fi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel and power included in rent, kindling and smokeless fuel available to purchase in village.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Unrestricted roadside parking nearby.
Patio and lawned garden with furniture.
One well-behaved dog welcome (downstairs only).
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 3 mins walk.
River Clun 4 mins walk.
Please Note - This owner only accepts 7 night bookings to check in on a Friday - this does not apply to short breaks.
Please note: This property accepts a minimum night stay of 2 nights
Nearby points of interest
- Land Of Lost Content Museum
Reviews (45)
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Wendy
Third Christmas at Tuc Tin cottage, small but very comfortable, great 2 pubs in the village, very friendly people, great walk to the castle with the dog from the front door
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Susan
The stairs to the bedroom were steep and unfortunately the bathroom was downstairs. Maybe the bathroom could be updated with a walk in shower. Also parking was difficult on the street and it was a busy road But the cottage was really good despite these drawbacks and Clun is lovely
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Sarah
Owner and key holders really nice people. Tuc Tin is the place for a real relaxing holiday. The White Horse pub is excelent great meals and very friendly.