Elsie'S Cottage - Pontesbury
52.642619, -2.878675Overview
4-star holiday home in Pontesbury with private garden and 11-language reception
Accommodation and Rooms
Elsie'S Cottage in Pontesbury offers a one-bedroom, one-bathroom holiday home with a private entrance. The fully equipped kitchen includes a dishwasher, and the property provides a downstairs double bedroom and an upstairs sleeping area via a winding staircase. Board games and Freeview TV are available for entertainment.
Services and Amenities
The cottage provides free on-site private parking and free WiFi throughout. Reception staff speak 11 languages: Danish, German, English, Spanish, French, Croatian, Italian, Dutch, Norwegian, Polish, and Swedish. The property is pet-friendly and has fire extinguishers and smoke alarms for safety.
Outdoor Spaces
Guests have access to a private garden with outdoor seating and cushions for warmer days. The garden offers views of the surrounding countryside and is secure for pets. Throws are provided for cooler evenings outside.
Location and Attractions
Elsie'S Cottage is located in a quiet country lane in Pontesbury, close to good walks and village amenities. Shrewsbury Cathedral and Shrewsbury Castle are each 13 km away, Attingham Park is 19 km, and Birmingham Airport is 100 km. Nearby pubs and shops are within walking distance.
Guest Experience Highlights
The host provides a welcome basket containing 6 eggs, a loaf of fresh white bread, coffee, a bottle of white wine, a Victoria sandwich cake, and chocolate biscuits. Condiments, tea, hot chocolate with mini marshmallows, milk (semi-skimmed and oat), shower gel, and toilet rolls are also supplied. Guests report excellent communication from host Jane, with pre-arrival updates and local tips.
- Location: Quiet country lane near walks and village amenities
- Rooms: One-bedroom holiday home with double downstairs bed
- Services: 11-language reception staff
- Parking: Free on-site private parking
- Pet Policy: Pet-friendly property with secure garden
- Welcome Pack: Includes wine, cake, bread, and eggs
- Nearby: Shrewsbury Cathedral, Castle, and Attingham Park within 19 km
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Essential information about Elsie'S Cottage
| 💵 Lowest room price | 159 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 600 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 77.6 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Chester Hawarden, CEG |
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