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6/10 Okay
Elaine Y.
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
40 Acres, Shropshire Hills Retreat & Games Room
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Highlights
- Arcade/game roomA rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
- Discover nearby landmarksClose to Shropshire Hills
Popular amenities
- Pet-friendly
- Internet access
- Arcade/game room
- Bathtub
- Games room
- Non-smoking
Explore the area
Wentnor, England
- Shropshire HillsPlace, Shropshire Hills1 min walk
- Carding Mill Valley and the Long MyndPlace, Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd19 min drive
- Ludlow CastlePlace, Ludlow Castle33 min drive
Where you'll sleep
5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 5
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
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About the area
Bishops Castle
Bishops Castle is home to this country house. Stokesay Castle and Clun Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Shropshire Hills and Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Church Stretton Leisure Centre and Harry Tuffins Country Park.
What's nearby
- Shropshire Hills - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd - 19 min drive - 10.6 km
- Ludlow Castle - 33 min drive - 44.7 km
- Powis Castle and Garden - 45 min drive - 42.6 km
- The International Centre - 48 min drive - 63.0 km
Getting around
- Craven Arms Station - 24 min drive
- Chester (CEG-Hawarden) - 98 min drive
Restaurants
- Yew Tree - 12 min drive
- The Old Bike Shop - 10 min drive
- The Kings Arms - 10 min drive
- Stiperstones Inn - 18 min drive
- Bottle And Glass - 12 min drive
About this property
40 Acres, Shropshire Hills Retreat & Games Room
Sleeps 11 on 40 private acres in the stunning Shropshire Hills AONB, with direct access to Long Mynd. This 5-bed, 2.5-bath farmhouse is ideal for group getaways, retreats, or family escapes. Features include a Games Room with pool table, darts, table football, PS3, and 58-inch TV with Netflix and apps, plus a fire pit, wood-burning stove, gardens, and walking trails. Stargazing, peace, and space...unplug, recharge, and reconnect with nature.
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 1:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: less than 25 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
No dogs on carpet or upstairs thanks!
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 4587930vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Frequently asked questions
Is 40 Acres, Shropshire Hills Retreat & Games Room pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at 40 Acres, Shropshire Hills Retreat & Games Room?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 40 Acres, Shropshire Hills Retreat & Games Room?
Checkout is at 1:00 PM.
Where is 40 Acres, Shropshire Hills Retreat & Games Room located?
Set in Bishops Castle, this family-friendly country house is within 9 mi (15 km) of Church Stretton Leisure Centre, Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre and Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd. Shropshire Hills and Land of the Lost Content Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).
40 Acres, Shropshire Hills Retreat & Games Room Reviews
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8.0/10
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10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
8.0/10
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