Escape for a country cottage holiday to the rural hamlet of Ratlinghope in Shropshire. Whether you opt to rent a barn conversion, a log cabin, a rural retreat or a holiday farmhouse, this is an unspoilt part of Shropshire, set within the Shropshire Hills AONB.
Hints and Tips on Cottage Holidays in Ratlinghope
Relax and unwind at the holiday home you choose to book. Rent a property with a hot tub and look forward to relaxing soaks in a warm bubbly bath after days out discovering some of the best of the local area.
For active holidaymakers who want to enjoy exploring, the Shropshire Hills AONB will hold plenty of appeal with lots of good walks and hikes on offer.
Popular beauty spots to discover on days out during a cottage break include Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd, where you can discover stunning views, only around 7 miles from Ratlinghope, and Manstone Rock from which you can soak up amazing views of the surrounding area.
For restaurants, gastro pubs and cafes, as well as good shopping opportunities, the charming town of Church Stretton is just 7 miles away. Bishop’s Castle with its ample historic appeal also offers plenty of shops and eateries for visitors and is just 17 miles from Ratlinghope. For even more shops and dining out opportunities, the city of Shrewsbury is just 16 miles from Ratlinghope.
Holidaymakers with a keen interest in history will want to visit the UNESCO heritage site of Ironbridge just 26 miles away, and may also want to visit the fascinating Pontcysyllte Aqueduct to marvel at the historic engineering achievements in the area.
Whatever type of holiday accommodation you choose to rent, we hope you have a wonderful rural retreat break in and around Ratlinghope in Shropshire.
Whether you choose to book a holiday cottage in Ratlinghope, an apartment, a lodge or another type of self-catering holiday accommodation, we hope you have your best holiday yet in Shropshire.