The Summer House, Near Wroxeter, Shropshire, England
Description:
Sleeps 2
No Pets please
Price from: £799 per week
The Summer House and Octagonal Tower built in around 1607 by Sir Francis Newport was originally used as a banqueting house for entertaining his guests to dinner. Unfortunately the main house was destroyed by a fire and never rebuilt and therefore The Summer House is the only remaining structure from that time. Today, this Grade II listed tower forms an airy retreat, set in the rolling Shropshire countryside. It offers excellent views to the East, and views of the Shropshire Hills to the South and the West. The building, now part of the Raby Estate, has been sympathetically modernised to accommodate guests. This provides a very private and unique getaway.
The property is tucked away in the hamlet of Eyton-on-Severn, near the ancient Roman settlement at Wroxeter and is surrounded by stunning countryside. Immediately to the East rises the Wrexin, a formidable hill said to be the result of a giant depositing a spade of earth he had intended to use to bury Telford. To the south lies the River Severn, and beyond can be seen the Shropshire Hills, the last English heights before the Welsh border. All of the surrounding countryside can be readily explored from the Summer House. You can stroll amongst the fields and lanes directly from the door via nearby public footpaths, or explore further afield into Shropshire and the border counties.
Facilities:
Ground floor:
Offers generous living space with excellent views over the surrounding countryside. There is a small kitchen, ingeniously hidden in a dresser in order to maximise daytime living space. A door leads to the spiral staircase, under which has been constructed a modern bathroom. This includes a shower and all the necessary facilities to ensure you are comfortable throughout your stay.
First Floor:
Master bedroom, with a 5' king size bed, comfortable armchairs and sweeping views over the surrounding area.
Outside:
To the rear of the property is a private patio area with dining furniture, as well as a small private lawn. To the front is a private parking area as well as a log store.
Equipment:
Fridge with small freezer compartment
Two televisions with Freeview, one in the sitting room and one in the master bedroom
Dishwasher
Multifunction microwave
Electric hob
Garden furniture comprising four chairs and a table with a parasol and a bistro set
Charcoal barbecue
WiFi
