Shropshire self catering accommodation
| country: | England |
| location: | 15 miles from Ludlow, Shropshire |
| price: | From £420 - £595 per week or £90 - £105 per night. Accommodation sleeps four in two rooms (double or twin). Minimum 2 night stay, no short lets during school holidays |
| late availability: | Late availability - up to 20% off 7 nights arriving Friday 4th July £420 for two sharing. Will consider a short break - please enquire |
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description
This eco-cabin provides environmentally responsible self-catering accommodation in the Shropshire Hills – an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
This accommodation offers the perfect opportunity to escape from it all whatever the season and you might just want to remain in Obley for the whole of your stay.
In warm weather you can relax on the verandah with a glass of local wine or cider listening to the calls of the curlews and buzzards. In colder weather snuggle up in front of the wood pellet stove and wind up the radio or choose a book from the eclectic ecocabin library.
A stay here is a truly unique experience that will capture the very essence of the South Shropshire Hills and help protect its beautiful countryside for the future.
Biking accommodation: We collaborate with a local cycle hire company and can arrange for bicycles to be available for you to use during your stay (details and prices on application). There are miles of country lanes to enjoy and the Hopton Castle and Black Hill forest tracks are just a 10 minute ride away.
Walking accommodation: The cabin is secluded by at least 4 miles of single track lanes in every direction. You can walk direct from the door all day every day for a week along paths, brideways and forestry tracks and perhaps not see another person. But if you prefer to explore a little further afield then the well signposted long distance footpaths of Offa's Dyke (5 miles) Glyndwr's Way (6 miles) and The Shropshire Way (4 miles) pass nearby. The Heart of Wales line has stations at Bucknell and Hopton Heath (both about 4 miles) and this can take you deeper into Mid Wales.
Leaflets on train rambles and circular walks from small stations along the way are available from the local Tourist Information Centres. Other favourite destinations for walkers are the Long Mynd and the Stiper Stones, both only half an hour's drive away. There is a comprehensive selection of maps and walking guides available to guests, including laminated sections of the immediate surrounding area.
This accommodation offers the perfect opportunity to escape from it all whatever the season and you might just want to remain in Obley for the whole of your stay.
In warm weather you can relax on the verandah with a glass of local wine or cider listening to the calls of the curlews and buzzards. In colder weather snuggle up in front of the wood pellet stove and wind up the radio or choose a book from the eclectic ecocabin library.
A stay here is a truly unique experience that will capture the very essence of the South Shropshire Hills and help protect its beautiful countryside for the future.
special things to do and see here
Biking accommodation: We collaborate with a local cycle hire company and can arrange for bicycles to be available for you to use during your stay (details and prices on application). There are miles of country lanes to enjoy and the Hopton Castle and Black Hill forest tracks are just a 10 minute ride away.
Walking accommodation: The cabin is secluded by at least 4 miles of single track lanes in every direction. You can walk direct from the door all day every day for a week along paths, brideways and forestry tracks and perhaps not see another person. But if you prefer to explore a little further afield then the well signposted long distance footpaths of Offa's Dyke (5 miles) Glyndwr's Way (6 miles) and The Shropshire Way (4 miles) pass nearby. The Heart of Wales line has stations at Bucknell and Hopton Heath (both about 4 miles) and this can take you deeper into Mid Wales. Leaflets on train rambles and circular walks from small stations along the way are available from the local Tourist Information Centres. Other favourite destinations for walkers are the Long Mynd and the Stiper Stones, both only half an hour's drive away. There is a comprehensive selection of maps and walking guides available to guests, including laminated sections of the immediate surrounding area.
travellers' tales
The accommodation was comfortable, beautifully decorated, situated in the prettiest countryside. We thoroughly enjoyed cycling in the lanes, there was good walking and some great mountain biking too. (more)
rooms, food and facilities
Family friendly: There is a large enclosed garden and large undercover verandah. There are books and activities for children. The cabin is surrounded by miles of open countryside, country lanes and forest tracks, and there are plenty of family orientated attractions nearby. Cycle hire can be arranged with free delivery including children’s bikes, toddler seats and helmets. Please note there is no television!
Baby friendly: Cot, highchair, fireguard, baby bath and stand, playpen are available on request – in fact anything a baby needs as I have a little girl 2 years old and still have all her baby things! Cotton nappies can be provided and there is a washing machine with eco-friendly detergent and nappy sanitizer supplied. If parents want a break from washing nappies I will provide a laundering service at a small cost. If a visitor brings disposable nappies with them they will politely be asked to take them home when they leave.Disabled access: There is a ramp to allow access to the verandah and all doors are wheelchair friendly. All accommodation is on one level. But please note that the cabin is located in a very steep valley. We do whatever we can to make a stay at ecocabin possible and enjoyable for a person with any type of disability.
We regret that we do not allow any pets.
how to find us:
By road: We are 15miles from Ludlow and 4 miles from Clun.By rail: The nearest train station is Hopton Heath and a larger mainline station at Craven Arms (9 miles).
how this holiday makes a difference
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From concept to completion we have followed the principles of ecological building design and construction, use of renewable energy resources, ethical business practice, supporting the local economy, promotion and protection of the surrounding countryside and minimising waste by recycling
The design of the building offers luxurious simplicity and successfully combines traditional practicality with technical innovation. The frame of the building is constructed of local Douglas Fir and insulated with British sheep’s wool. The external walls are homegrown Larch and the internal walls are lined with reedboard and then limeplastered. The floors are finished in native Ash. Almost all building materials, labour, furnishings and finishings have been sourced locally. Environmentally friendly paints, natural wood finishes, organic fabrics, towels and bed linen and natural dyes and pigments have been used to create a healthy and chemical-free living space. Many furnishings are recycled or reclaimed materials e.g. the kitchen work surfaces are made from yoghurt pots. We buy through a local shopping service and an organic/local produce shop.  Solar energy provides hot water and the cabin is heated by a wood pellet stove. Used widely in Canada and Europe wood pellet stoves are at the forefront of clean convenient eco-technology and this is one of the first to be fitted in the UK. The cabin is connected to the national grid via renewable electricity supplier Good Energy and all appliances and lighting have been chosen for their energy efficiency. All recyclable materials (glass, tins and plastics) are collected and there is a worm assisted composting system for biodegradable waste. |
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