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Gold Award, 4* Property in Beautiful, Rural Shropshire Countryside

Family-friendly cottage in Tenbury Wells

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The Hop Kiln
Front lawn
More of the front lawn
The back door
The private courtyard

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

View map
  • Place, Titterstone Clee Hill
  • Place, Ludlow Brewing Company
  • Place, Ludlow Castle

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Shower room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gold Award, 4* Property in Beautiful, Rural Shropshire Countryside

The Gold Award rated Hop Kiln is an early Victorian building in very peaceful, unspoiled countryside.
It is approached down a long drive off a quiet lane with the owners 16th century house adjacent. The building retains many original features, lots of beams and quirky level changes, and is decorated and furnished to a high standard with antiques, books and pictures and comfortable beds. There is a private courtyard furnished with a bbq, table and chairs and a parasol, and also a lawned area with wonderful sunset views across the countryside towards Mortimer Forest.
The Hop Kiln is ideal for people wanting to explore the beautiful Welsh Marches area. It is 5 miles to Ludlow with its renowned food and antique shops, restaurants set in glorious medieval and Georgian buildings. The castle is the location in June and July for a major arts festival and in September for it's world famous food festival.
Nearby is Tenbury Wells, an attractive small market town, with good food shops, butcher, baker, fishmonger, greengrocer all with a strong emphasis on local produce, as well as other unique shops, and a Tesco with a riverside setting! There are lovely cafes, pubs and restaurants for eating out.
It is excellent walking and cycling country with rolling countryside, the drama of the Clee Hills and the tranquillity of Mortimer Forest. We provide maps and guide books of the area and can advise you on good walks.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 4 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tenbury Wells

Located in Tenbury Wells, this cottage is in a rural area. Castle Lodge and Ludlow Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Shropshire Hills and Whitcliffe Common Nature Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Ludlow Food Centre and Clee Hills. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tenbury Wells, ENG

What's nearby

  • Tenbury Pump Rooms - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Titterstone Clee Hill - 16 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Ludlow Brewing Company - 17 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Ludlow Castle - 17 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Mortimer Forest - 31 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

  • Leominster Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rose and Crown - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Charlton Arms Hotel - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Queens - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Peacock Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gold Award, 4* Property in Beautiful, Rural Shropshire Countryside pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Gold Award, 4* Property in Beautiful, Rural Shropshire Countryside?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gold Award, 4* Property in Beautiful, Rural Shropshire Countryside?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gold Award, 4* Property in Beautiful, Rural Shropshire Countryside?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gold Award, 4* Property in Beautiful, Rural Shropshire Countryside located?

This family-friendly Tenbury Wells cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Tenbury Pump Rooms, Tenbury Museum and Shropshire Hills. Ludlow Food Centre and Clee Hills are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Neil D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

The Hop Kiln is a beautiful property, well equipped and located. Maggie and John were great hosts and made us feel very welcome. Overall we had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Marc and Dan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

The property is very well equipped and nicely decorated. The surroundings are so relaxing and it was a lovely treat to be able to pat the horses in a morning. It was definitely the break we wanted and would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cottage, ideally situated just 5 mins drive from Tenbury Wells but situated off a country lane giving a rural feel. The cottage has a private pretty courtyard. The kitchen is very well equipped, the living room is very comfortable and the beds too. We would definitely book this property again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely lovely holiday cottage

We had a wonderful week away staying in this fantastically converted old Hop Kiln. The location is idyllic and John and Maggie have thought of everything you might need. We would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property in lovely rural setting

We had a wonderful stay here. Maggie was a superb host. The property is lovely, with everything you need. Tenbury Wells nearby was lovely and it's great for access into Ludlow. Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niki W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous place!

We had a wonderful week. Very comfortable accommodation; lovely beds, cosy lounge, excellent kitchen facilities - beautifully furnished throughout! And all in a beautiful part of the country. We very much hope to visit again. Thank you Maggie :)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

denis m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great cottage

Beautiful kitchen,beautiful bedrooms and a so cosy living room.Nothing was missing.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Wonderful property, tastefully furnished, lovely and clean and very well maintained. Maggie went out of her way to ensure we had everything we needed, which was much appreciated, but also left us alone to enjoy our stay, which we also appreciated. The cottage is very well appointed, to a high standard, and we wouldn't hesitate to stay again or recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheila L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful comfortable cottage

A lovely cottage comfortable and well equipped tastefully decorated and furnished with interesting antiques and object d’art. We couldn’t fault it. Rural setting and accessible to local towns villages interesting gardens and National Trust properties walks and golf courses. We found it idyllic and wanted to stay on, we hope to return . The owners live on the site and are welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

The property was just beautiful, much better than in the photos. Maggie has a keen eye for detail with all the quirky collectables and pictures,it was absolutely charming with everything we needed. The beds were very comfortable and the roll top bath adorable. Had a lovely meal at the rose and crown. Did Ludlow parkrun ,a beautiful course.We visited Ludlow and walked up brown clee hill
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

LOUISE P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A stunning property in a beautiful, peaceful setting. Very well equiped with the most comfortable beds ever! A great location for visiting surrounding areas. We had a great week and would thoroughly recommend. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Delightful barn conversion in quiet spot, clean and well-furnished. Excellent dog walking in the forests nearby (Mortimer, Wyre). Car essential.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

"Far From the Madding Crowd."

Loved everything about the Hop Kiln. Great accommodation, very well equipped with all the amenities. Maggie the host was so welcoming and helpful. The location was scenic and peaceful. Perfect setting to celebrate our 30th anniversary. Roger & Charles. Chicago, IL. USA
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

The property is very beautiful. Maggie is a very good host. If you wish for a stay somewhere very quiet and away from it all then this is it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ella-Mai W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely antique property

We really enjoyed our stay here. The perfect accommodation for a short break, the views from the house were beautiful and the private courtyard was perfect for our doggo. It’s in a great location to explore lots of places near that are then only about 20 min drive. Lovely to just chill in at night too. The kitchen was our abso fave. Thank you for a great time!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joost v.

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy

Comfortable and peaceful

Loved the house. Nice to have a tv set and adequate wifi. Good beds and fine kitchen. Recommendable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful escape to the country

A very relaxing long weekend, beautiful property in picturesque location. Well located for visiting Ludlow and Shropshire hills. Short drive to Tembury Wells.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonia E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sonia

Lovely place with interesting history. Very comfortable and clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short Break in Shropshire

Inpaccably presented property. Great for dogs, as they could be shut in kitchen overnight.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic cottage

Beautiful cottage in idyllic country surroundings, we had a lovely relaxing time, we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sfeervol en comfortabel huis in prachtige streek

Bijzonder gezellig huis in Shropshire. De foto’s op de website geven een reëel beeld van hoe het is. Het huis is ruim en met veel zorg en smaak ingericht. Uitstekende bedden, we hebben er heerlijk geslapen. Shropshire is een prachtige en rustige streek, ideaal als je van wandelen houdt. Wij hebben hier twee heel fijne weken gehad!
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic quirky and comfortable!

Stunning home from home in beautiful surroundings! Hosts are helpful and friendly. Great local pubs and plenty of walks to enjoy the area. Happily recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

Amazing property, great hosts. Will definitely book again
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing break

We had a wonderful stay at this gorgeous converted hop kiln. The quirkly layout was fun, lots of different levels! The beds were so comfy as was the roll top bath! The weather wasnt great so our walks were very boggy but that didnt bother us. We were so relaxed in this warm, cosy house we didnt want to leave.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D., Leicester, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just lovely

We were looking for a quiet place to explore the area and this place was a great find. Very cosy, warm and welcoming. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by maggie Anderson

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John and I are retired Production Designers working in TV and Film. We moved back to the area where John grew up in 1998, when we bought Old Harpfields, which had a redundant Hop Kiln which we then developed as a holiday cottage in 2006. We have other barns which people often say we should develop, but we don't want to live in a holiday complex and loose the lovely seclusion which both ourselves and our guests enjoy.

Why they chose this property

It is a stunning area and when I first met John in 1978 and came to meet his family in Tenbury Wells, I fell in love with the area and persuaded John to move back when he left the BBC in 1998. The house and surrounding setting has a wonderful "mis en scene" in totally unspoiled countryside, but with Ludlow and Tenbury Wells close by

What makes this property unique

Peace and quiet, fabulous scenery, Gold award winning cottage.

Languages:

English, French