The Old Farmhouse in Westhope | Must-See Shropshire Hot Tub Cottage

About The Old Farmhouse

The Old Farmhouse is a spacious converted barn in Westhope, Shropshire that sleeps up to 14 people. This stunning rural property offers seven bedrooms and five bathrooms - perfect for large family gatherings where nobody has to queue for the loo. The countryside setting gives you peace and quiet without sacrificing modern luxuries.

Set in beautiful Shropshire, you'll find yourself surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The location is brilliantly private with a large garden where kids can run wild while adults sip wine. The games room with pool table, table football and table tennis will keep everyone entertained when the British weather does its thing. Fancy working off that second helping of pudding? There's even a gym with cross trainer, rowing machine and weights.

The accommodation includes a main house with six bedrooms and a separate studio with super king-size bed that converts to twins. The kitchen boasts an electric range cooker, three fridges and a dishwasher - because washing up for 14 people would be a holiday killer. The massive sitting room with underfloor heating seats everyone comfortably and the dining room fits all 14 around one table.

Nearby attractions include Church Stretton (20 minutes), historic Ludlow with its food festivals (30 minutes), Acton Scott Working Farm (25 minutes) and the spectacular Long Mynd hills (25 minutes) for walking and incredible views. Ironbridge and Severn Valley Railway make excellent day trips too.

The Old Farmhouse is ideal for multi-generational holidays or friend reunions. After a day exploring, sink into the private hot tub with a glass of something cold. Nothing says "I'm on holiday" like getting pruney in bubbling water while staring at stars.

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Need To Know

✓Oil central heating with underfloor heating in sitting room and woodburner
✓ Electric range cooker with 5 ring hob, 3 x fridge, dishwasher
✓ Under counter freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer in utility, 5 x TVs (1 50'' Smart TV with Freeview, 1 24" Smart TV with Freeview, 1 35" Smart TV, 2 freeview TVs), WiFi
✓ Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner included in rent
✓ Logs for woodburner supplied via an honesty box
✓ Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓ Travel cot, stairgate and highchair on request
✓ Off road parking for 6 cars to front of property
✓ Lawned garden, patio with furniture, charcoal BBQ (charcoal not included)
✓ Private hot tub
✓ Shared games room with pool table, table football, table tennis, selection of books
✓ Gym with TV and cross trainer, rowing machine, multi-gym and weights
✓ Two well-behaved pets welcome
✓ Sorry, no smoking
✓ Shared bike storage
✓ Shop 6 miles and pub 4.8 miles
✓ Please note: If you booking is to celebrate a special birthday please notify us before confirming your booking as the owner needs to be consulted
✓ Please note: This property has a good housekeeping bond of £450

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to The Old Farmhouse

Massive Space

With room for 14 guests across 7 bedrooms, everyone has space to spread out. Perfect for family gatherings without stepping on toes.

Hot Tub Heaven

The private hot tub got rave reviews. Great for relaxing after countryside walks or stargazing with a drink in the evening.

Games Room Fun

Pool table, table football and table tennis kept all ages entertained. Brilliant for rainy days or evening competitions.

Spotlessly Clean

Multiple guests mentioned the exceptional cleanliness. The property was immaculate upon arrival with welcome cake and wine.

Garden Privacy

The large private garden was highlighted by families. Kids could play freely while adults relaxed on the patio.

Perfect Layout

The social spaces work brilliantly for large groups. Everyone can eat together at the 14-seat dining table.

Getting To The Old Farmhouse

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach The Old Farmhouse by car, you'll need to navigate to Westhope in Shropshire. The property is in a rural location with good access from the A49, which connects Shrewsbury and Ludlow.

By Train

For rail travelers, the nearest major stations are Shrewsbury and Ludlow. From either station, you'll need to arrange a taxi for the final leg to Westhope as public transport options are limited in this rural area.

Off-road parking for six cars

Shrewsbury station (approximately 15 miles)

Accessible from the A49 main road

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Acton Scott Historic Working Farm

Distance: 8 miles

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Stokesay Castle

Distance: 12 miles

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Ludlow Castle

Distance: 15 miles

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Long Mynd Hills

Distance: 10 miles

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Carding Mill Valley

Distance: 9 miles

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Wenlock Edge

Distance: 7 miles

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Ludlow Town Centre

Distance: 15 miles

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Church Stretton

Distance: 8 miles

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Craven Arms

Distance: 6 miles

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Shrewsbury

Distance: 15 miles

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Ironbridge Gorge

Distance: 25 miles

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Severn Valley Railway

Distance: 30 miles

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Acton Scott Historic Working Farm

Distance: 8 miles

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Stokesay Castle

Distance: 12 miles

SY7 9AH

Ludlow Castle

Distance: 15 miles

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Long Mynd Hills

Distance: 10 miles

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Carding Mill Valley

Distance: 9 miles

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Wenlock Edge

Distance: 7 miles

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Ludlow Town Centre

Distance: 15 miles

SY8 1AQ

Church Stretton

Distance: 8 miles

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Craven Arms

Distance: 6 miles

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Shrewsbury

Distance: 15 miles

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Ironbridge Gorge

Distance: 25 miles

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Severn Valley Railway

Distance: 30 miles

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Is The Old Farmhouse Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Kids will love the games room with pool table, table football and table tennis. The large lawned garden is perfect for outdoor play, while the hot tub adds excitement for older children. Nearby Acton Scott Working Farm offers hands-on farm experiences and the Long Mynd hills provide natural adventure playgrounds for walking and exploring.

For Couples

The separate studio accommodation offers privacy for couples within a larger group. The private hot tub creates romantic evening relaxation opportunities under the stars. Nearby Ludlow, with its excellent restaurants and historic castle, makes for perfect date days. The peaceful Shropshire countryside setting provides a tranquil backdrop for quality time together.

Pet Friendly

Dogs are welcome at The Old Farmhouse, with the large lawned garden providing secure space for play. The rural Shropshire location offers countless walking routes directly from the doorstep. The Long Mynd hills and Wenlock Edge are within easy driving distance, offering spectacular dog walking terrain with breathtaking views across the countryside.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Old Farmhouse

The Stokesay Inn

Located 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY7 9HD

The Green Dragon

Located 8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY6 6DW

Ludlow Food Centre

Located 14 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY8 2LZ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Old Farmhouse

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes, The Old Farmhouse has a private hot tub in the garden area. It's available for guest use throughout your stay regardless of season.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes, The Old Farmhouse welcomes pets. Your dogs will enjoy the lawned garden area and there are plenty of countryside walks nearby.

How many cars can park at the property?

There is off-road parking for up to 6 cars at the front of the property. This makes it ideal for multiple families arriving separately.

What entertainment facilities are available?

The property has a games room with pool table, table football and table tennis, plus a gym with cross trainer, rowing machine and weights. There are also multiple TVs including a 50" Smart TV in the main living area.

Is there a separate space for guests who want more privacy?

Yes, there's a separate studio with a super king-size bed (which can be converted to twins), its own kitchenette and en-suite shower room. It also has a 24" Smart TV.

What cooking facilities are available?

The kitchen features an electric range cooker with 5-ring hob, three fridges, a dishwasher, under-counter freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer. There's also a breakfast bar with 3 seats and church pew seating for 4.

Is there a BBQ available?

Yes, there is a charcoal BBQ provided for guests to use in the garden. The patio area also has outdoor furniture for al fresco dining.

How far are the nearest shops and pubs?

The nearest shop is 6 miles from the property and the nearest pub is 4.8 miles away. It's worth stocking up on essentials before arrival as this is a rural location.

The Old Farmhouse Reviews

Jackie

A really great house was perfect for 7 of us who all wanted our own room. Lovely, huge garden and appreciated the hot tub after a day's walking in the beautiful Shropshire hills. Lovely rural location but a short drive from Church Stretton and Ludlow.

Everything was as described, the cottage was well equipped and meet all our needs and requirements for an excellent family celebration.

Joanne

Excellent in every way. Chloe the manager was great with her pre management and nothing was too much trouble. A lovely cake and wine met us on arrival. House clean and ideal we didn't get round to using the hot tub or the garden but all would be lovely and we enjoyed the games room. Walks locally great and house well equipped with everything we needed. One of the Showers was having a moment but someone on site put it right before we had even noticed. Thank you so much you made my husbands 60th very special x Thank you Jo

This was a fantastic find and will definitely recommend.

It's a brilliant house, perfect for our 3 children's families and us in the Donkey Shed. Apart from a couple of very minor things that I've already passed on, we had no issues. We may well come back in the summer.

Charles

Thoroughly enjoyable stay in a splendid property. Cake and vino was a nice touch but sadly no one drinks pink so left for mtce team!!! Whilst it was no issue to us, some of the wooden garden furniture around the table could do with a look at as some arms looked loose and need screws replacing.in my view. Overall, pleased we chose it but unlikely to come back only because we choose different areas of the UK for our annual get together. A group of guys who worked together and this year was our 19th. Totally recommend the property

We had had a fabulous stay. The only problem was the toilet seat in the outside studio bedroom was very loose. Other than that everything was spot on and absolutely loved property and the garden. Communication was good with all necessary information regarding the property and its location.

Sophie

Excellent stay and would recommend for large groups. Relaxing setting and great social spaces in the barn. Hot tub and garden were fabulous added extras to the property, making for a very enjoyable stay.

Richard

Lovely house that has everything you need Great hot tub, lovely garden. The house is well away from town so it's not easy to just pop out for something. The television signal is affected by the trees weather but not a big problem. Great management team who are very helpful.

Jeanette

Thank you we had a great time, even more special we had some breakfast and afternoon teas out in the garden the weather was kind to us. There was everything we needed in the house

Barbara

Directions need to be backed up with these three words and local signage and sign outside much bigger. The farmer where we arrived first at was not happy at all and they get loads of guests turn up there. Picture shown on your site is taken from the bottom of the back garden or by drone. The front you actually arrive at is just a side wall. I had booked six bedrooms in the house but ended up with five and one in The Old Donkey Shed. Which was okay but I should have been advised. Phone reception is poor for most networks, WiFi was limited as only one and not very powerful router which we think served all five properties.. Three of the older wooden doors downstairs did not have handles to close them and had to be propped shut. One staircase did have any form of handrail that was dangerous. Downstairs toilet seat was broken on one side of back fitting when we arrived and wobbled around. My daughters partner temporarily repaired the shower head in Donkey Shed which was in pieces when they arrived, but it probably needs to be replaced. Kitchen well fitted and kitted, dining room good apart from ceiling light held together with clip ties. Lounge good, the only constructive suggestion is some blinds or similar on bifold doors as it is south facing and when the sun is out, and it was, with those bifold doors, every one is sitting in full sunlight until after 3.30 pm. We improvised with dog blankets and pegs. Another suggestion is avoiding beds with wooden foot boards as anyone over six foot tall cannot stretch out and constantly hurts themselves. Hot Tub was good. We had a good time despite everything.

Cheryl

A fabulous property. Large comfortable rooms with a well equipped kitchen plenty of seating in lounge & dining room & beautifully warm. Hot tub was well used. Was perfect for our multi generation mixed families group.

Bethan

Excellent property for a large family birthday occasion. Young and older family members thoroughly enjoyed. Fantastic location. Would highly recomend.

We have had amazing time in the farmhouse, their were 12 of us and their was plenty of room , beautiful farmhouse and location and so peaceful , the farmhouse is so lovely and we were welcomed with such lovely treats, the rental company have been amazing keeping us informed of everything we needed to know. I would definitely recommend to book here if your looking for a relaxing gathering.

We are a group of friends who regularly book cottages for short breaks. This is one of the nicest places we have stayed. Location, facilities, space were perfect. The grounds are beautiful and well maintained with plenty of seating. We never go to the same place twice but this may be the exception!

As a family we had the most wonderful holiday at The Old Farmhouse. Everything we needed was there! The property was spotlessly clean on arrival, the wine, cake and chocolate a very much appreciated gesture! There is so much space for everyone and it was perfect that we could all sit together at meal times in the fab dining room! The garden is exceptional, the hot tub was fab, we all loved being able to enjoy it all because we were fortunate with such good weather. Only thing we were disappointed in was the sun beds two were broken and unable to use them, but a picnic blanket on the grass works just as well! We loved it thank you for letting us stay and we hope to be able to come again!

Denise

We had the most amazing weekend at the old farmhouse, which was made even more special due to the beautiful weather we were fortunate to have. A couple of practical things that could improve it would be If the four poster room had an ensuite. It seems the number one room for size and gives an impact when you walk in and yet no ensuite. Increasing bathroom capacity would be good. Also the door on the kitchen should have a lock as it was time consuming to keep trying to hold it shut with a door stop that perhaps wasnt quite heavy enough for the job whilst people were going in and out to the lovely large porch area to get loaded and unloaded. This was particularly challenging with small fast dogs and an infant. A good addition would be a stable door so that the bottom could be shut and the kitchen would also benefit from the stream of light coming into the porch. The door to the downstairs bedroom and bathroom area would also benefit from being able to shut properly. Another practical aspect is 9.30am is too early to get 12 people up and out. I do appreciate there has to be turnover time but feel 9.30 is pushing it. Kitchen additions some wooden spoons please and a bigger toaster! Also it would be helpful to have a given time of hot tub check as the gate was left open without warning and with small fast dogs and an infant this was a bit of a worry. Overall the holiday was amazing with plenty of room inside and out. Would definitely recommend and yes would go again.

Lovely family holiday. Lots of space for everyone. Garden was amazing and private. Games room was an added bonus. Would definitely go back.

I have already completed a feedback comment which I understood to be from the property owner. We put a very complimentary write up in her Visitors Book.

We celebrated our mother's 60th birthday here and had a great time. The property has a great layout and we all enjoyed the hot tub. The staff we spoke to were also very polite and friendly. The property was well equipped, an ideal layout for everyone including the dogs and young children. The games room was great, even though it was shared we didn't see many people and it was lovely being in the countryside. The home made cake was a very nice touch and much appreciated. You need to be aware that the property is very remote not the owners fault so it is a very long walk to a local pub or town we didnt do it as too far with young children. Suggestions for improvemenrt are that the hot tub wasn't warm on arrival and the wifi isn't the best if your staying in the building at the bottom of the garden an idea for improvement could be to put some more wi fi extenders in. There were also a few cobwebs around the property. The check in and out times could also be looked at, as it felt like the 4pm check in was quite late especially when your on holiday and you just want to get in and the 9.30am check out could be increased to at least 10am to make it less stressful. Of course its understandable that cleaners need to attend, but when the check in time for other guests is 4pm then that's 6.5 hours to clean. Lastly the hot tub could do with being turned 45 degrees so that the back of the hot tub is facing the cottage, to allow you to see the lovely views from the mountains. Currently when the cover is off, this blocks your view. Again this is only a suggestion. Overall, we would recommend the property but sadly we wouldnt stay again due to the remoteness. However, we really enjoyed our stay and would like to thank the staff for their friendliness. Thanks for helping us to have a great time.

Joanne

Amazing farmhouse and very beautiful. A great place for families to get together. The hot tub was a big hit especially with the minus degree temperatures outside

The Old Farmhouse was a superb place to stay. The standard of cleanliness when we arrived and the facilities were excellent. We appreciated the daily cleaning and topping up of the hot tub. We have only praise for the comfort , location and facilities. It was the perfect holiday stay for a party of 10 aged from 2 to 71 plus one dog.

Great house for a large party, especially the Donkey Shed providing a haven for the oldies! Big enclosed garden safe for both children and dogs. Hot tub was fantastic even in the hot weather. Very clean, very comfortable we would highly recommend.

We had a fabulous stay and loved the cottage, very comfortable and well equipped. We would have liked some more serving dishes plates and a couple of big saucepans but as this had been previously mentioned we brought our own. Gorgeous peaceful location with lovely views, though one bedroom looked over a carpark and what seemed like a storage yard. The cabin in the garden was lovely as was the excellent hot tub. Would definitely recommend for a get together we had great fun

Oliver

We had a fantastic stay and have already booked for next year! !! Very comfortable and well looked after, our party aged between 1 and 97!! all had a great time! It would be nice to have some garden games available to use for next time. Just some bats and balls, badminton etc. also sone more tea towels and a larger pan wok. But all in all it was great and we cant wait to come back.

Christine

Great rural location which is so peaceful with very little light pollution. Any issues that might arise dealt very quickly by owner and manager of the accommodation.

Yvonne

Well equipped & comfortable cottage. Clean, but not spotless given the extended Covid cleaning hours. Dining room had an unusual smell, appreciate its an old building and can smell mouldy, we didnt use the dining room because of it. Hot tub is lovely and checked daily . The garden is beautiful and perfect for little ones. There is a builders yard next door which although wasnt intrusive noise wise, it was very unsightly and not mentioned in the cottage information. The large refuge bins were overfilled, meaning rubbish was left on the floor beside it, attracting lots of wasps and flies. The information regarding recycling was unclear. There should be more bin space for the amount of cottages on site. That said we had a very relaxing few days. I probably wouldnt rebook this cottage, mainly because of bedroom layout with toddlers, but it does have a charm, and I can see how other people revisit.

Kelvin

The property was as described,which was spacious,clean and well appointed. The lady in charge was helpful and always available if any problems.The general maintenance was a little lacking,light bulbs not replaced,a bedroom door not closing properly,shower rail broken.

On your original site you stated that the four poster room had an ensuite shower room which made 5 bathroomshower rooms. When we arrived, we could not find a shower room in the four poster room? On speaking to the owner we were told that this room did not have an ensuite? One of the main reasons for booking the farmhouse was the bedroombathroom configurations for our family. I am sure I have a print out of the original front page of your site showing that the four poster room has an ensuite? You have since amended the info, I suspect after a phone call or email from the farmhouse owner who was very kind? We did enjoy our week, after not seeing family for over a year, but it was blighted by this. The donkey shed was unusable because of a broken bed so we couldn't really use the shower room as it's at the bottom of the garden, leaving one bathroom and 2 ensuites. Will we book with you again?...not sure?

Edward

Great property, helpful staff, enjoyable week

Fabulous space for family group of different generations. Very clean and well kept. Staff helpful and friendly. Would recommend.

Adrian

In our party of ten we had four children between the ages of 4 and 10. The very large garden provided the opportunity for them to explore their imagination with hide and seek, kickabouts, making camps and generally running around letting off steam.

The Old Farmhouse was a great location for our family group ranging from 75 to 22 months. The outside space was excellent and safe for the children to play. The interior was also spacious . Plenty of storage and 3 fridges in the kitchen. Barbecue was excellent as well. The hot tub was a great hit! The location is quite isolated but not far from Craven Arms for shops. Lovely having the alpacas opposite and were enjoyed by all, in spite of the rain! A great week enjoyed by everyone. The cake and bottle of wine appreciated by the adults.

Philip

It delivered everything we hoped for and more. There were a couple of door latches that were missing but this just added to the old world charm. We had an age range from 7 months to 70 years and all were easily catered for.

Beverley

It was a great place for a family to get together for a 60th birthday

Amazing property, stunning location, we all had an amazing experience and would come back .

Jacqui

The Old Farmhouse is Wonderful. Everything you need to make your holiday special, plenty of seating in the large living room, underfloor heating is not for me but the rest of the group loved it. Lovely comfy beds and clean bedding. Hot Tub was great and a large lawn to play games on, we had mixed weather but it didn't stop us getting out there and enjoying ourselves. Thank You

Stopped here for a family weekend away would highly recommend the Old Farmhouse. Huge garden and lounge areas for all the family to relax including the private hot tub. Would definitely stop here again!

Georgia

The house is beautiful, it had everything we needed and was lovely and clean. It was great to be able to bring our dogs and loved the garden. The hot tub was a real bonus we made good use of that!

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The Old Farmhouse, Westhope

About The Old Farmhouse

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

What Guests Love

Massive Space

Hot Tub Heaven

Games Room Fun

Spotlessly Clean

Garden Privacy

Perfect Layout

Getting To The Old Farmhouse

By Car

By Train

Attractions & More Nearby

Is The Old Farmhouse Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Stokesay Inn

The Green Dragon

Ludlow Food Centre

Frequently Asked Questions

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