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The Old Gun Room

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Exterior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Shower, hair dryer, towels, toilet paper
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Ellesmere, England
  • Popular LocationThe Mere At Ellesmere Country Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPontcysyllte Aquaduct18 min drive
  • Popular LocationChirk Castle33 min drive
  • AirportBirmingham (BHX)96 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Old Gun Room

The Old Gun Room is a recently refurbished self contained annex to an 1840s home set in land and gardens in the Shropshire Lakelands a mile from the village of Welshampton and near to the town of Ellesmere. It sleeps two with the option of a cot bed if required. Linen and towels are supplied but please provide your own bedding for the cot bed. This is a fully self contained holiday let with an en-suite bedroom with king size bed, kitchen diner with log burner and seating area. There is ample off road parking and access to the gardens, which were recently opened for the National Garden Scheme, and croquet lawn.

The property is situated in the Shropshire Lakelands on the Welsh border and is an ideal base year round whether your preference is for walking holidays or to enjoy the shops and amenities of nearby Shrewsbury and Chester. Welshampton is a quiet rural village with a beautiful church and good country pub.

Property manager

Mr Andrew Haydon

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

House
The Old Gun Room Ellesmere
The Old Gun Room Private vacation home
The Old Gun Room Private vacation home Ellesmere

About the area

Ellesmere

Located in Ellesmere, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Wem Town Hall and JB Joyce and Company are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Alderford Lake and Hill Valley Golf Club. Rednal Laser Games and BeWILDerwood are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • The Mere At Ellesmere Country Park - 6 min drive
  • Colemere Country Park - 7 min drive
  • Pontcysyllte Aquaduct - 18 min drive
  • Racecourse Ground - 22 min drive
  • Chirk Castle - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Whitchurch Station (Shropshire) - 16 min drive
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • The White Hart - 6 min drive
  • The Boathouse Restaurant - 4 min drive
  • The Sun Inn - 13 min walk
  • The Royal Oak - 16 min drive
  • Whixall Marina Cafe - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Gun Room pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at The Old Gun Room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Gun Room?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Old Gun Room located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Colemere Country Park and 3 mi (4.8 km) from The Mere At Ellesmere Country Park. Wem Town Hall and Victoria Jubilee Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable stay
This was a great spot for exploring local areas of interest and visiting friends just across the border. A day excursion by car to the spectacular Shropshire Hills completed my stay. The accommodation was perfect for myself and my travelling companion Lenny the greyhound. He had the run of the garden and the field beyond for morning zoomies. A glass of wine by the pond as the sun was setting on my last evening was a fitting end to our stay and onward journey to Cornwall. Thanks Andrew and family for a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an absolutely lovely property- an excellent location, with plenty of parking, a wonderfully-equipped kitchen, a ridiculously comfortable bed and a piping hot shower. The hosts are a delight - responsive but not intrusive, and pleasant, professional, and gracious. I had a really super stay, enjoying the sounds of blackbirds and the wind in the trees. The cottage is also a perfect place to work, if that's a concern.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful recluse
Ideal place for a quiet peaceful hide away from it all. Impressed with the refurbishment of the property. Would recommend this property to anyone and we'll hopefully be back some day soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

S B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mid - week break in rural setting.
Really lovely location, peaceful, the owners are a lovely couple who really looked after our needs. The accommodation was very clean and to a very high quality. We would recommend staying here to anyone. We took our young cocker spaniel with us and it really was a pet friendly break. Thank you Andy and Mari.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay! Will be back
Great stay, cottage was lovely clean and cosy, perfect location for local area. Local pub (Sun Inn) great for food, friendly local. Hosts great, nothing too much trouble.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were very welcoming. The property was very well appointed, particularly the bedroom and bathroom. The bed was extremely comfortable. The grounds were lovely and include a small lake - pleasant spot to chill out with a drink. We had a perfect weekend break.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justyne H., NASHVILLE/shropshire

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful hidden gem
If your looking for a quiet tucked away cottage this is the place for you .Beautiful inside and spotless clean. There are lovely gardens to walk around and a pond to sit and enjoy. There are several nice places to eat within a few minutes drive.There was no WiFi signal, but this didn’t inhibit our stay at all
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Liz P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic short break, relaxing home from home
We had a last minute 2 nights available to go away as lockdown eased and found the Old Gun Room to be available. Little did we know that the owners had literally only just listed the property and our request to stay the following day would mean that we would be their first visitors. Great communication from the start with Andy, and on arrival he showed us everything we needed. The old gun room has been recently completed and is a fantastic conversion. Top quality from top to bottom, oak staircase, lovely little kitchen with log burner, and all you need to cook during your stay. The bed was so comfortable we joked that we wanted to take it home with us, and the shower was fabulous. The gardens are beautiful, you can sit by the pond and watch the sun rise or set, and we had the joy of a game of croquet with the family (socially distanced) enjoying the beautiful weather. Absolutely wouldn't hesitate to recommend a stay at the Old Gun Room. Thanks guys, it was a delight :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021