Ferndale Flat, Shropshire Self Catering
 

The Ferndale Coach House Holiday Flat

The Accommodation

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The Ferndale Coach House Flat is a self-contained, two-storey, timber building, purpose-built for self-catering (holiday rental) holidays. It is set in the grounds of Ferndale, which has seven acres of garden, woodland, wild flower bank and sheep grazing.

The owner, Wendy Brogden, lives in the main house nearby and is happy to advise on things to see and do and to give any help that may be required. Comments in the visitors' book show that guests have a very enjoyable and comfortable stay in the Ferndale Flat and that they find the location peaceful and an ideal base for visiting local sights or for both long and short walks.

Features:

  • awarded 4 stars by Shropshire Tourism and Visit England for its high standards every year since opening in 2010;
  • very comfortable sitting area with settee and arm chair; oak side tables, oak flooring and rug;
  • oak dining table and chairs;
  • bedroom with double bed, bedside lights, dressing table; arm chair (plus cot if required);
  • all bedding and towels in good quality cotton; pillows and duvet filled with duck down and feathers (allergy protectors available);
  • bathroom with separate bath and shower;
  • dining area;
  • a balcony with table and chairs and views towards Wenlock Edge;
  • centrally heated; individually controlled radiators;
  • free wifi broadband;
  • electric vehicle charging point;
  • solar assistance with water heating and electricity generation;
  • well-equipped kitchen; electric cooker, fridge (with freezer compartment); washing machine, microwave oven;
  • cyclists and walkers are welcome;
  • open all year round;
  • sorry: no dogs or other pets are accepted, other than assistance dogs (because of the birds, sheep, cats and chickens in the grounds).

Audio Visual and Internet:

  • Smart TV with DVD player and Freeview channels;
  • radio & CD player (bring your favourite CDs and DVDs);
  • free 24 hour wireless broadband;

Outside:

  • free, off-street car parking and covered bike storage (with locking-up ring).

To help you enjoy your stay:

  • goodies that you might need (such as eggs from our organically-fed, free range hens, milk, butter, marmalade and bread, all from local suppliers) and things you might enjoy (such as biscuits and wine) to get your stay off to a good start;
  • all bed linen, towels and tea towels are provided;
  • guest soaps (from local maker), shampoos and other consumables (eg coffee & tea), mostly from local free-trade suppliers, that will keep you going until you can do some shopping, ;
  • lots of information, including maps, about local walks, places to visit, cafes, inns and restaurants;
  • fully inclusive prices;

Accessibilty:

  • the kitchen, sitting room and bedroom are on the first floor; the bathroom is on the ground floor;
  • the downstairs bathroom is wheelchair friendly but the stairs up to the main accommodation may be difficult for some visitors.

Environmental Information:

  • eco-friendly timber construction with a high level of insulation;
  • solar water heating;
  • mains electricity from Good Energy, providing 100% renewable energy;
  • solar-generated electricity from photo-voltaic panels on the roof of the house;
  • electric vehicle charging point;
  • other eco-friendly features include low energy (mostly LED) lighting, facilities for recycling, recycled products and chemical-free cleaning items;
  • we support local traders to reduce "food miles;"
  • shortlisted for the Shropshire Hills Buy Local, Be Sustainable Award: 2013 and winner of the Shropshire Hills Sustainable Business Scheme Achiever Award ("Stay Local") 2014;
Ferndale Flat Balcony

Shropshire Tourism 4 Stars   Buy Local Logo

Ferndale Flat Entrance Ferndale Flat Lounge Ferndale Flat Lounge / Kitchen Area Ferndale Flat Kitchen The bedroom View from the bedroom View from the balcony View from the seat towards Wilderhope Manor

Floor Plans

Upstairs

Floor Plan - Upper

 

Downstairs

Floor Plan - Lower

Extracts from Some Recent Comments from Guests

Lavender and Lavinia

"The hens deserve a mention"

Sorry to have to say that Mr or Mrs Fox stole both of these lovely hens.  Our hens now have a large, fenced area to explore where they are safe.  And the deer can no longer eat the apple trees!

We have never stayed in a more relaxing holiday home! The attention to detail by Wendy plus her friendliness and care are outstanding. We certainly hope to return here. (April 2023)

The flat has provided us with peace and quiet and everything we could have wished for to give us a comfortable stay. (April 2023)

Our first stay in this lovely flat, but definitely won’t be our last! The view from the balcony is stunning. Wendy is a wonderful host and we felt very welcome here. We recommend the many walks on the doorstep and also the great places to visit, including Stokesay Castle, Clun, Wenlock Priory and Buildwas Abbey. The Swan at Aston Munslow and the Fox at Much Wenlock are among the local pubs serving good food. (May 2023)

We came last year and liked it so much we came back. Still delighted with the view from the balcony, what a feast for the eyes. Wendy is a lovely and welcoming host, ensuring the flat is comfortable. (June 2023)

We had a lovely few days! Thank you for the fabulous library of all things Shropshire – books, maps and pamphlets which helped us to plan our days. (June 2023)

A lovely few days walking from Ferndale – excellent area for exploring, bird watching (red kites, buzzards, ravens and even a skylark). Very comfy flat, well equipped and warm and cosy. 10 out of 10! (July 2023)

"What an idyllic spot in an idyllic area! Our many visits to National Trust sites have been an absolute joy. We love Much Wenlock and found Ryan the butcher and neighbouring pie shop – highly recommended. Thank you for your friendly welcome." (March 2022)

"Lovely walks from the door – no need to use the car.’ (April 2022)

"We really like Ferndale, even enough to make this our fourth visit!’ (April 2022)

"We have enjoyed a relaxing week in a beautiful setting and a very comfortable flat with a visit to Church Stretton and a walk on the Long Mynd the highlight of the week." (April 2022)

"We especially appreciated the balcony as a place to enjoy the view and watch many birds – red kite, buzzards and martins included." (May 2022)

"Ferndale Flat was a fantastic find, very comfortable, well-equipped and in a beautiful setting, with so much to see and do in Shropshire." (August 2022)

"The plentiful supply of books and maps helped us to get the most out of our first visit here." (September 2022)