Company information
Rural Retreats was founded in 1985 with the aim of making the countryside more accessible for holidaymakers and giving them the best possible choice of holiday homes across the UK.
Rural Retreats’ continuing success is based on excellent local knowledge and painstaking research, together with a flair for finding delightful and unusual properties. All of this has enabled us to build a portfolio of over 450 exceptionally fine holiday homes in stunningly beautiful locations, all available for you to rent.
When you are looking for your own perfect holiday home, our experienced and helpful staff can help to point you to the property of your dreams. Whatever you want to ask about any of our properties, there will be someone on our staff who knows the cottage or apartment at first hand.
Property information
This charming property, constructed in the 19th century, is surrounded by delightful walking routes and just under two miles from the busting market town of Church Stretton with all its amenities, including places to eat and shops to browse.
Neighbourhood information
Information correct at time of writing.
Just two miles from Unconformity Barn and a pleasant 40 minute walk is the bustling market town of Church Stretton, which is a hive of activity with numerous independent shops and places to eat.
The local area has a wealth of activities and things to do, but by far one of the best local attractions here are the wonderful walks in the Shropshire Hills, offering year round walks across ever changing and beautiful landscapes.
A visit to the Ironbridge Gorge and Museum is an exciting and interesting experience.
The nearby bustling town of Shrewsbury is a hive of activity with ample things to do, including Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery, and Shrewsbury Castle.
For avid National Trust lovers there are a number of properties nearby including Powys Castle and Garden, Attingham Park, Sunnycroft and Berrington Hall.
Be sure to visit The Royal Air Force Museum Cosford, Britain’s only national museum dedicated to aviation. RAF Cosford Air Show is one of the country’s top aviation events including spectacular air displays. Usually held in June, please note advance tickets only.
For food lovers, join the huge festival celebrating great tasting food with over 200 food, drink and craft exhibitors, Shrewsbury Food Festival will not disappoint! All parcelled together along with live cookery demonstrations and chef school. For information and dates, check out their website.
For golfers, the Church Stretton Golf Course is a short drive away and is surrounded by glorious rural views and countryside.
The area is not just perfect for walking trails but there are a number of excellent cycling routes to be enjoyed. For cycling/mountain bike hire, visit The Shropshire Hills Mountain Bike and Outdoor Pursuit Centre.
