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Sleepy Hollow is a holiday cottage in JACKFIELD, Shropshire. Book Sleepy Hollow online today. This page contains information about Sleepy Hollow including photos, reviews and more.
Prices start at £325.00 per week.
Overview
This semi-detached cottage in the Shropshire village of Jackfield sleeps four people in two bedrooms. Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Fitted kitchen with dining area. Sitting room with open fire.
Sleepy Hollow is a charming semi-detached cottage in the village of Jackfield, one mile from the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site. This cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms, consisting of one double and one twin, as well as a bathroom. The cottage also has a kitchen with dining area and a sitting room with open fire. Outside there is off road parking for one car and free additional parking available outside the Jackfield Tile Museum 30 seconds' walk from the cottage, a small front gravelled area and a front garden with small lawns, patio, furniture and barbecue. Sleepy Hollow is an excellent base from where you can explore market towns, many tourist attractions, or simply don your boots and admire the lovely scenery, which can be found on the many walking routes in the area. A E Houseman once wrote that Shropshire was "the quietest place under the sun" and today the county remains something of a rural idyll, recognised as one of the least crowded and most peaceful regions in England.
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Facilities & Amenities
Gas central heating with open fire. Range cooker with electric double oven and 5 ring gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee machine, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, iPod dock. Fuel, power and starter pack fire inc. in rent. Extra wood available on honesty box basis. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 1 car and free parking available outside Jackfield Tile Museum 30 seconds' walk from cottage. Small gravel sitting area by front door. Front garden with small lawns, patio, furniture, BBQ and lovely views overlooking the River Severn. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shops/amenities of Ironbridge 1 mile. Pub 2 mins walk. Note: There is an open tread staircase at this property; therefore it may not be suitable for the infirm. Note: Due to there being no handrail on the open side of the staircase, children should be supervised at all times. Note: This property is situated next to the River Severn and there is a steep drop at the bottom of the garden so please ensure children are supervised at all times. Note: The garden at this property is not suitable for those with limited mobility. Note: The main garden is accessed through a gate in the yew hedge across the property access path, approx 4 feet away. Note: Access to the property is not suitable for supermarket delivery trucks
Location, Location, Location!
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Situated on the banks of the River Severn, the village of Jackfield is situated one mile from the Ironbridge Gorge, home to the world's first iron-built bridge. Jackfield stands on the Wrekin Way footpath, which offers many scenic walks and cycle trails. Ironbridge boasts many pubs, restaurants, shops and tea rooms and a collection of industrial and Victorian themed museums, including Blists Hill Victorian Village. Also close by is Wenlock, Shrewsbury and Ludlow.
Reviews
"We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely cottage. It was a cold week in January and the sun does not get into this part of the Ironbridge gorge, but the cottage was very cosy and warm. It is really well-equipped with everything you need for an enjoyable, relaxing stay. The position is ideal for visiting the museums and for the numerous beautiful and interesting walks, with the church just behind the cottage being a hidden gem showing off the wonderful tiles and bricks made in the area. The kitchen in the cottage has everything you need for self-catering and there are lots of good options for eating out, including a friendly local pub just a couple of minutes walk away. We are looking forward to returning in the summer to enjoy the garden by the river."
"We loved staying in this period cottage with all of it's quirky features. Although there are beams, open fires & stone floors, the cottage owners have gone out of their way to fit modern facilities with a fantastic full range which is ideal for cooking up the local Shropshire produce provided in the generous welcome pack! The cottage is situated close to Ironbridge & it's museums which is ideal; for avid geocachers like ourselves, there are walks from the doorstep across the beautiful gorge so we left the car behind for most of the week! We had deep snow for a few days so were very pleased to come back to the warmth of this cosy cottage-we will be booking again!"
"My daughter and I booked a short break during February. The location was perfect for exploring Ironbridge and we were able to walk to the majority of places which allowed us to explore the area as much as possible in the time we had. The cottage was beautifully kept and lacked nothing, the fire was laid and ready to light and there was a wide range of information provided, everything from bus routes to museum information.The welcome pack included local produce such as bacon, eggs, sausages, milk and home baked bread which were appreciated by us both. Unfortunately the weather kept us from enjoying the garden with views over the river so we sampled the local pub instead which I would also highly recommend. Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and if returning to the area would dedinitely book to stay here again."
"As the title suggests, the cottage was perfect in every way and I've probably said it about another cottage but this one is the best I have stayed in to date..... The access road to the property was more a river than a road but I can't let that reflect negatively on the owners as they can't control the weather and alternative parking was offered close by. The welcome pack was exceptional and enjoyed by my wife and myself and our dog. The location of the cottage is central to everything in the locality and only time stopped us doing more. Will definitely be back if the opportunity arises. Thank you to the owners for a thoroughly enjoyable stay."
"We stayed here as we wanted to be local to Ironbridge, but a little out of the way of the parking issues in the town. The cottage surpassed our expectations. We have stayed in many cottages around the country and this one is one of the best. The location, near to the Tile Museum is perfect for local pubs (all of which do good food, and accept dogs) and visiting the local attractions. There is plenty of dog walking. The old railway line is convenient for gentle strolls in either direction. The surrounding countryside offers everything else. Shropshire has a lot to offer. we used to live in the area and there is still a lot we haven't covered. The welcome pack was lovely, and all sourced locally. Fresh bread, marmalade, coffee, eggs, bacon, sausages... and even treats for the dogs. I haven't received a welcome pack like this before. The cottage was well equipped with all you would need in the kitchen, towels for the bathroom, a hairdryer, a dog bowl and towel. Again, all you would need for a break. The sitting room was comfortable and had a vast variety of books and DvDs for those quieter moments, or when the weather is not on your side. The little garden overlooking the river is beautifully kept and lovely for alfresco drinking. I would thoroughly recommend this cottage - though the stairs are not for small children or the less mobile."
"What an absolutely beautiful cottage in a superb location. A well appreciated welcome pack of food was waiting for us when we arrived. The cottage itself is ideal for all the local museums (we managed 7 out of the 10) - will have to go back to complete them all! Jackfield Tile Museum within about 50 yards of the cottage an absolute must. The only minor drawback was the fact that the road from Jackfield to Ironbridge was under repair and our nightly walk to eat was a little hair raising to say the least (no pavement and very narrow road). An added bonus was the wonderful neighbour and dog!"
"This cottage is great for visiting the Ironbridge gorge museums it is very peaceful and well appointed. We arrived to find a welcome pack containing bread, butter, jam, and a bottle of wine. In the fridge was bacon, sausage, eggs, and milk. What a nice touch from the owners. The rooms were all well equipped and clean."
"Lovely picturesque cottage, beautiful welcome package, great walks, friendly pubs with good food, within walking distance of Iron bridge, lots to do, Viking the Victorian village is a must. Will definitely recommend this holiday let to family and friends."
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Weather Forecast
Arriving at Sleepy Hollow soon? Make sure you're prepared, whatever the weather, by checking out the weather forecast for the week ahead at JACKFIELD (observations for The Gorge).
| Temp. | Rainfall | Wind | Clouds | Pressure | Humidity | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today | Broken Clouds | -3°C - 2°C | 0.00mm | 15mph NNW | 78% | 1,002mb | 84% | |
| Tomorrow | Light Rain | 0°C - 5°C | 0.70mm | 20mph NNW | 62% | 1,008mb | 81% | |
| Saturday | Rain And Snow | 1°C - 14°C | 23.69mm | 27mph NNW | 100% | 998mb | 92% | |
| Sunday | Moderate Rain | 9°C - 14°C | 17.32mm | 27mph NNW | 100% | 992mb | 88% | |
| Monday | Broken Clouds | 7°C - 9°C | 0.00mm | 29mph NNW | 67% | 996mb | 68% | |
| Tuesday | Moderate Rain | 5°C - 12°C | 4.71mm | 21mph NNW | 100% | 1,004mb | 93% | |
| Wednesday | Light Rain | 5°C - 8°C | 0.21mm | 13mph NNW | 50% | 1,016mb | 79% |