Upper Castlewright Cottage - spectacular views, historic gateway to Wales

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A wooden interior with a wicker chair and a glass table, overlooking a scenic landscape.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a built-in oven, and a microwave.
A stone cottage with a snow-covered roof and a wooden gate.
A bedroom with a skylight, a bed with green towels, a wicker chair, and a painting on the wall.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and purple armchairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Tucked in the countryside, this cottage features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It accommodates 5 guests and is pet-friendly. Explore local attractions like Bishop's Castle Library and Montgomery Castle for a taste of history and culture. Enjoy the peaceful rural setting while experiencing the charm of nearby landmarks.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Churchstoke, WLS
  • Place, Bishop's Castle Town Hall
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Bishop's Castle Library
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Shropshire Hills
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Upper Castlewright Cottage - spectacular views, historic gateway to Wales

Dating back to the 16th century and maybe earlier, Upper Castlewright is perfect for a peaceful getaway in the Shropshire and Montgomeryshire hills. A former drovers' inn, the cottage oozes with character. It is situated at 1,175 ft on the single-track Kerry Ridgeway, an ancient drovers' road feeding through Wales and into Shropshire.

The cottage, accommodating up to 5 guests, has spectacular views over the hills. It is an ideal touring base for the Welsh Marches, the castles, mountains and coastline of mid and north Wales, and the historic towns of Ludlow, Shrewsbury and Bishops Castle. Just 500 yards from a beautiful section of the Offa's Dyke national footpath, it is also an ideal base for walkers.

- 3 bedrooms (up to 5 people)
- 2 bathrooms, 1 downstairs
- spellbinding views from bedrooms
- summerhouse/log cabin with conservatory furniture and lovely views
- dogs welcome

The cottage has been tactfully refurbished to modern standards while retaining the ancient character.

DOWNSTAIRS

- Good-size open-plan kitchen, equipped for most culinary activities.
- Ancient inglenook oven feature
- Living room with exposed timbers
- Log burner (one basket of logs included)
- Sofa and easy chairs
- Bathroom with shower and toilet
- Bedroom 3 with single bed
- Good wifi broadband, satellite TV, DVD

UTILITY ROOM

- Accessible from main part of house and via separate entrance door
- Washing machine, tumble dryer, freezer, ironing boad/iron
- Boot dryer
- Dog bed

UPSTAIRS

- Bedroom 1 with kingsize bed and lovely views over the Vale of Montgomery
- Bedroom 2 with twin beds, can be rearranged as kingsize double on request
- Main bathroom with toilet, bath and shower over bath

GARDENS

- Summerhouse/log cabin with comfy conservatory furniture and lovely views over Vale of Montgomery
- Cottage garden to front
- Lawn garden to side
- Parking area for 2 cars and garden on opposite side of lane

HEATING

- Oil-fired central heating
- Wood-burning stove
- Modern insulation in floor and in walls
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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
As a risk management measure linked to coronavirus, our cleaners request that you strip the beds and place linen and towels in laundry bags provided

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8351446
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Montgomery

Located in Montgomery, this cottage is in a rural area. Old Bell Museum and Montgomery Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lower Shortditch Turbary Nature Reserve and Shropshire Hills. Harry Tuffins Country Park and Glansevern Hall Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Churchstoke, WLS

What's nearby

  • Bishops Community Hospital - 11 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Bishop's Castle Town Hall - 12 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Bishop's Castle Library - 12 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Shropshire Hills - 15 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Montgomery Castle - 18 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Broome Station - 25 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Horse Inn, Clun - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Crown Inn Newcastle Clun - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Three Tuns Brewery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Post Card Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Poppy House - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Upper Castlewright Cottage - spectacular views, historic gateway to Wales pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Upper Castlewright Cottage - spectacular views, historic gateway to Wales?

As of 24 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Upper Castlewright Cottage - spectacular views, historic gateway to Wales on 20 Oct 2026 start from £426, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Upper Castlewright Cottage - spectacular views, historic gateway to Wales?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Upper Castlewright Cottage - spectacular views, historic gateway to Wales?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upper Castlewright Cottage - spectacular views, historic gateway to Wales?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Upper Castlewright Cottage - spectacular views, historic gateway to Wales located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Lower Shortditch Turbary Nature Reserve and within 6 miles (10 km) of Bishops Community Hospital and Bishop's Castle Town Hall. Bishop's Castle Library and Harry Tuffins Country Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Julian Rose

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We moved to the area having discovered the charm of the Shropshire Hills and mid-Wales. It's the wealth of history and unspoilt landscape.

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