Cockshutt 2.7 miles. Sylva Cottage is a lovely cottage situated in the quaint hamlet of Burlton, Shropshire. This pet-friendly property boasts open-plan living, enclosed garden, and stunning countryside views – with private driveway parking for two cars, Sylva Cottage is idyllic for couples or solo travellers on a rural retreat in Shropshire. The underfloor heating hugs warmth into your well-trekked toes as the open-plan living space welcomes you home after a successful day of exploring the roaring hills of Shropshire. Kick off your boots and rest your feet in the sitting area while a delicious dinner is prepared in the kitchen space, equipped with electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge, and freezer to satisfy your appetite. Dig in at the breakfast bar or an intimate dining table, then toss your plates to the dishwasher. Grab a drink from the wine chiller to enjoy in the enclosed garden while your pup plays in the grass. Rinse off the day in a spacious shower room, before settling into the evening with a boardgame or a film on the Smart TV. When sleep calls, fall into a king-size bed eager to embrace you. Soak up your local surroundings at the Corbet Wood Countryside Heritage Site, meet the birds at Shropshire Falconry Ltd, then grab some pub grub at The Dickin Arms. Venture a little further afield for Shrewsbury to explore Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings, before marvelling at Shrewsbury Castle and Shrewsbury Cathedral. Take that short drive to Chester to spend a day with the animals at Chester Zoo, then treat the history buff to a scenic stroll along Chester City Walls, through Chester Roman Amphitheatre, and around The Grosvenor Museum, before donning your finest clothes for a day out at Chester Racecourse – the oldest racecourse in the world! For a romantic, rural retreat, book a stay at Sylva Cottage. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 998662, together sleeping up to 6 guests.

The small village of Cockshutt is surrounded by beautiful Shropshire countryside and has many of the features of a traditional village with a pub, village hall, primary school and a parish church. Just five miles away is the pretty market town of Ellesmere, which offers Tudor, Georgian and Victorian buildings, a lovely church and a good variety of shops, pubs and restaurants, and is surrounded by its famous meres or lakes. Close by is the delightful Colemere Country Park, which when taking a scenic walk you will discover wonderful wildlife. Twelve miles south of Cockshutt is the county town of Shrewsbury, set within a giant loop of the River Severn. There’s something for everyone here with over 600 listed buildings, picturesque cobbled alleys and squares, a superb selection of independent and high street shops and plenty of cafes, bars, restaurants and pubs. With the National Trust owned Attingham Park, Wroxeter Roman City and Acton Scott working farm, along with a number of charming villages and towns in the area, makes Cockshutt a convenient base.

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