Cottage to rent with a log fire / woodburner in Ironbridge (3.5mls NW)

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Perfect for getaways filled with walks and calm nights by the crackling wood burner, this gorgeous old cattle shed sits close to the World Heritage Site of Ironbridge. With farm animals for neighbours and countryside views, you can truly escape the hustle and bustle of your everyday routine at this charming abode.

Keep adventurous guests among you entertained with activities on offer close to home. Fabulous, exposed brickwork adds character to the open-plan living space where you're invited to relax in style and experiment with fresh flavours in the kitchen. Underfloor heating will warm your toes and the roaring wood burner is the perfect ingredient for quiet nights in as you curl up on the sofa and watch the flickering flames dance and sparkle.

French doors lead to the patio so you can top up your glass with ease when basking in the last of the sun and sipping al fresco digestifs. Bedtime is a treat in this cottage where two bedrooms are decorated in pretty patterns and neutral hues to help whisk you off for a peaceful sleep. Take your morning coffee outside and say hello to your bovine neighbours before heading out to explore the local World Heritage Site at Ironbridge (5.5 miles).

Delve into the past in the Victorian village and take a moment to marvel at the dramatic gorge or take a seat in a restaurant and savour delicious plates of food. There are a handful of National Trust properties nearby including the 18th-century estate at Attingham Park (7.5 miles), the countryside house above the River Severn at Benthall Hall (7.5 miles) and the lake, forest and gardens of Dudmaston (19 miles).