Children-friendly cottage with garden & sauna | Pet-friendly

Shrewsbury 7 miles. Windy Mundy Farm at Pitchford Estate is a magnificent dwelling positioned near Shewbury Shropshire. With the wider estate first appearing in the Domesday Book and shaped by centuries of medieval landowners, Elizabethan craftsmanship and even royal visitors, Pitchford's long and colourful past continues to draw interest today, with its restoration journey featured in Channel 4's Saving Country Houses. Renovated to a high standard throughout whilst retaining character through the high vaulted beam ceilings and exposed brickwork, this arresting abode is sure to add a touch of luxury to any large group getaway to Shropshire. Show off your culinary skills in the charming country kitchen, home to pretty white cabinets hosting an abundance of appliances and utensils such as an impressive electric range cooker and two fridge/freezers, as well as an attractive dining table where you can enjoy many of your breakfasts. Make yourself feel right at home in the spacious living/dining room as you indulge in a heart-warming feast at the sociable oak table, before retiring over to the plush red sofas to enjoy the hear of the open fire or snuggle up on one of the inviting armchairs as you lose yourself in a new and exciting book from the extensive selection available. Continue down the hall to find an additional five bedrooms comprised of a double with an en-suite shower room, a twin with a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, and two additional twins, one of which can be found benefitting from an en-suite shower room. Completing the bedrooms are a double with an en-suite bathroom and a double with an en-suite shower room, both resting on the first floor, as well as a gorgeous ground-floor double located in the annexe that is served by a family bathroom and sits in an ideal position next to the incredible games room boasting a pool table and a sauna. Make the most of warmer climates with dinner alfresco out on the patio, all whilst taking in the breath-taking views of the encompassing countryside and watching as the children run freely on the lawn. Call into The Fox at Ryton, a dog‑friendly pub reopened by local residents, blending updated interiors with a relaxed village feel and a wide choice of drinks to enjoy after a day exploring the hills. See the very best that the area has to offer with fun-filled afternoons in the heart of Shrewsbury town, where you can delight in tours of Shrewsbury Abbey, the 11th century fortress of Shrewsbury Castle and the 18th century jail of Shrewsbury Prison. Grab dinner and drinks in one of the many well-established restaurants the line the town, before heading off to the Theatre Severn for an entertaining post-dinner show. Meet furry farm animals at Home Farm Attingham, or experience an animal encounter like never before at the Battlefield Falconry Centre. Explore the underground caves within the Sandstone hills of Hawkstone Park Follies, or get back to nature with an unforgettable adventure in the great outdoors hiking up The Wrekin or along Earl's Hill Nature Reserve. Wander the cobbled streets of Blists Hill Victorian Town over in Telford, and take a tour of the Museum of The Gorge before crossing the iconic Iron Bridge over to Broseley Wood. Travel across to Bishop's Castle, a quintessential market town with beautiful Tudor buildings and many superb attractions such as The House on Crutches Museum. Celebrate in style on an unforgettable holiday to Shropshire at Windy Mundy Farm.Shrewsbury lies in the heart of one of England's most beautiful counties. Set within a giant loop of the River Severn, it is one of England's finest heritage towns with over 600 listed buildings. Explore the picturesque cobbled alleys and squares or enjoy some of the events and festivals that take place each year, particularly Shrewsbury's 'Summer Season' which caters for every age and interest. The town offers a superb selection of independent and high street shops, along with plenty of cafes, bars, restaurants and pubs. The birthplace of Charles Darwin, Shrewsbury also boasts Shrewsbury Abbey, founded in 1083 and home to the fictional Brother Cadfael. Shrewsbury Castle, an impressive sandstone building in beautiful gardens and grounds, houses the Shropshire Regimental Museum, while Quarry Park is home to the annual Shrewsbury Flower Show. Visit NT's stately Attingham Park, an elegant 18th century mansion, Wroxeter Roman City, the museums at Ironbridge, the castle and excellent restaurants of Ludlow, or Acton Scott working farm, as featured in the Victorian Farm TV series.