Coach House at Old Vicarage

48 Customer Reviews

• "Excellent stay in a very comfortable house."

  Highly recommend for a stay in Shropshire.

  Thanks for taking time to review your stay. So pleased you found the Coach House comfortable. Best regards Clare and Nick Property Owner

  Reviewed by Stephen5.0★Oct 2024

• "PERFECT FOR OUR NEEDS"

  We appreciate taking time to review and thank you for your ratings. Best regards Clare and Nick Property Owner

  Reviewed by Michael5.0★Sep 2024

• "Clean, comfortable, quiet, and well equipped cottage close to many local points of interest."

  We had a great week!

  Thank you for your observations. We really appreciate your comments and the ratings you have submitted. Kind regards Clare and Nick Property Owner

  Reviewed by Adam5.0★Sep 2024

• "We enjoyed a lovely week at the Coach House."

  It is an ideal location to explore the Ironbridge Gorge and surrounding areas. You're within easy reach of all the attractions of Ironbridge, and at the same time able to enjoy the peace of Madeley. The accommodation was very comfortable and had everything we needed. The kitchen was very well equipped for a self catering holiday. Having a supermarket and a butcher within walking distance was also a bonus. Claire and Nick were great hosts, responding to any questions we had and giving us suggestions for places to eat and visit, yet also giving us privacy throughout our stay.

  Mike Thanks for such a kind review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, it was our pleasure to host you. Kind regards Nick Property Owner

  Reviewed by Mike5.0★Aug 2024

• "Bright, clean, spacious, well equipped property."

  Nick and Clare were very attentive hosts. Highly recommended.

  It was a pleasure to host you and we thank you for your review. Many thanks Nick and Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Frank4.7★Jun 2024

• "Myself and my parents enjoyed our stay at the Coach House."

  It is really clean, comfortable and well equipped. It's in a nice location, with many places to visit nearby. The owner met us on arrival and was very helpful. We would definitely recommend the Coach House as a base, for anyone visiting the area.

  Hi Lynn Thanks for taking time to review your stay. It was a pleasure to host you and we are so pleased everything was to your liking. Kind regards Nick and Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lynn5.0★Jun 2024

• "A lovely comfortable property."

  Very convenient for visiting all local Severn valley attractions. We visited iron gorge museums and travelled the Severn valley railway line. The owners are very welcoming and helpful. Would recommend this property.

  Hi Karen We really appreciate your kind comments and observations. So pleased you enjoyed your stay. Kind regards Nick and Clare. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Karen5.0★May 2024

• "A charming cottage equipped to a very high standard in a very interesting area Nick and Claire who live in the Old Vicarage were extremely helpful even providing a phone charger when the one I'd packed was faulty."

  Lovely welcome pack of artisan bread and west country butter and fresh milk However more information on the various appliances would have been useful,

  Reviewed by Carol4.4★Apr 2024

• "A lovely property, ideally situated for exploring all the attractions of Ironbridge Gorge and beyond."

  The owners are very welcoming

  Hi Jo Thanks for the feedback. It was a pleasure to host and so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Kind regards Nick and Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Jo5.0★Apr 2024

• "Owners were very welcoming and on hand if you need anything."

  Cottage is very comfortable and clean. Very well located for all the tourist sites and walking distance to Blists Hill museum.

  Thank you for your feedback and kind observations. Best regards Nick and Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Susan5.0★Mar 2024

• "The Coach House is beautiful, nice and clean."

  The bedrooms are brilliant and the beds were very comfortable with quality bedding on them. There’s everything you need in the Coach House to feel home from home. The Wi-Fi was brilliant and there’s free view Tv. The Coach House is in a lovely village, there’s 2 pubs, we would recommend the All Nations pub. Plus the best chip shop to use is Andy’s fish bar in Madeley. We walked from Madeley to Iron Bridge in 40 mins through the wood opposite the Bliss Hill Village, which is another nice place to visit. We would definitely recommend if your thinking of visiting the area book the Coach House you won’t be disappointed

  Hi Samantha We are so pleased that you enjoyed the facilities of the Coach House whilst exploring what the local area offers. It was kind of you to take the time to share your views. Thanks for choosing the Coach House. Kind regards Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Samantha5.0★Jan 2024

• "The Coach House is beautifully appointed, with elegant fixtures and fittings."

  The bedrooms feature fine bedding and extremely comfortable beds and it was hard to get up in the mornings! The kitchen has everything to hand and the lounge is spacious and relaxing. There is ample private and safe parking and the garden is a haven of peace. Madeley has shops and restaurants and the location is perfect for Ironbridge. the museums and fabulous walks in and around the River Severn. Clare and Nick are wonderful hosts who could not do enough to make us feel welcome and comfortable. Come and stay and you won't be disappointed.

  Hi Chantal Many thanks for your review. It was a pleasure to host you both and we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Kind regards Nick and Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Chantal5.0★Jan 2024

• "A superb Coach House converted to a very high standard with large kitchen dinner and lounge, there is a shower room with toilet and two bedrooms (one with an on-suit shower room but no toilet) and the property is situated close by to all amenities and a short distance to many historical sites around the Ironbridge area; in fact walking distance to Blists Hill Victorian museum."

  The Coach House is located next to St Michael's delightful Georgian built anglican church and in the grounds of the Georgian Old Vicarage, which has historic links to John Wesley and the early Christian Methodist movement. After the battle of Worcester during the English Civil War, prince Charles, who was later to become Charles ll King of England, was hidden in the village and in other locations not to distant away, which can be visited. One can therefore follow part of Charles's trail as he journeyed to Bristol and then on to Brighton to escape to France. The owners of this property are very helpful and friendly and add pleasure and to one's stay.

  Many thanks for such comprehensive feedback. There is so much to discover about the area and its significance. Blists Hill and the associated sites help with imagining how life was in Victorian times but as you have pointed out there is lots more beside this. Thanks also for your kind observations about the property, it was a pleasure meeting you all. Kind regards Nick and Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Donald5.0★Nov 2023

• "Second visit, lovely welcome."

  A well equipped comfortable cottage near shops and pubs. A good base for visiting Ironbridge Gorge Museums, in fact Blists Hill Victorian Town is in walking distance. Would benefit from written instructions for induction hob, extractor fan( which was hidden) and TV. Lovely hosts Nick and Clare. Many thanks

  Thank you so much for taking time to give us some feedback. It was great to see you again and a pleasure to host. We will make sure we update the Information folder to include the instructions you have mentioned. Thanks again and best wishes Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Malcolm5.0★Oct 2023

• "Lovely cottage, very clean and spacious."

  Wonderful location and excellent, friendly hosts.

  Hi Paul Thanks for the kind feedback. It was lovely to meet you and a pleasure hosting you. Kind regards Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Paul5.0★Sep 2023

• "It is an absolutely delightful property in the grounds of a stunning house."

  We were made to feel very welcome by the owners and enjoyed getting to know the area with all its fascinating history and lovely walks. We will certainly be recommending it to friends and family.

  Hi Helen Thanks for taking time to add your review, we value all feedback. It was a pleasure to host you and we are so pleased you enjoyed your break. Kind Regards Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Helen5.0★Sep 2023

• "Had a great week again thanks to the hospitality from Claire & Nick."

  Cottage well equipped and convenient!

  It was great to welcome you back not least as one of the very earliest of guests and one of now several who have chosen a return visit. Thanks as always. Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Dwayne5.0★Aug 2023

• "The location and cottage was lovely."

  Our only surprise was that there were none of the normal consumables we have always found in Sykes Cottages. No washing up liquid, handwash, shampoo, spare rubbish bags and no spare toilet rolls. We were able to buy them in the local Tesco but I would suggest that these are relatively cheap for the owners to provide. It would also have been really helpful to have a map of Madeley in the information folder. Showing things to do in Madeley including the Community Orchard which we came upon by chance, the actual footpath to Blists Hill and anything else that would be worth a visit. The temperature in the main shower was also difficult to control. It was not possible to have a cool shower.

  We are so sorry that you were disappointed in anyway. It would have been great to have heard some of these comments during your visit as we always provide washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets in the kitchen and a spare toilet roil is kept in the vanity unit. The kitchen has a twin bin for general waste and recycling with the larger outdoor bins across the courtyard. It is rare that people need more capacity, But again additional bags are available upon request. In common with many modern showers, the thermostatic control has a safety button to press when moving from warm to hot and having had a quick look I must assume that it needs to be pressed to allow you to select the cooler settings also. You did mention the shower to us and we offered to get a plumber in but after leaving you 3 messages and getting no reply we had assumed you had overcome this issue. There is also a bowl with a wide selection of leaflets covering local activities. Nevertheless, We are so pleased you enjoyed both the cottage and were able to take full advantage of the location. Thanks for the feedback and best regards. Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Noreen4.4★Aug 2023

• "Lovely clean, spacious cottage."

  Owner very friendly and helpful. Lots to do in the surrounding area. Secure parking.

  Thank you so much for taking time to post your review, and thank you too for your kind observations. So pleased you enjoyed the property and the local area. Best wishes. Nick and Clare. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Karen5.0★Jul 2023

• "Very well appointed, good for all Ironbridge museums, well within walking distance."

  Hi Kenneth Thank you so much for taking time to complete your review. It was good to meet you and we appreciate your kind comments. Nick and Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Kenneth5.0★Jul 2023

• "Wonderful property, very well equipped, spacious, extremely comfortable and spotless throughout."

  It’s well placed for visiting all the delightful sights and scenery of Shropshire and beyond into Wales. The Blists Hill Victorian town is just a few minutes walk away. Thank you Clare and Nick for your warm welcome and helpfulness. We hope to return.

  Hi Angela Many thanks for your kind observations. It was a pleasure to host you and look forward to the possibility of welcoming you back. Kind regards Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Angela5.0★Jun 2023

• "A warm welcome from Nick, the owner, and helpful input and advice throughout our stay."

  Our first visit to the county, we found the Coach House to be perfectly located to explore the delights of Shropshire. There's so much history, so much to discover; from the Ironbridge Museums to the Roman town at Wroxeter, Medieval Ludlow and the stunning Wenlock Priory. We will be back...

  Hi David So pleased that you enjoyed the local area and found the Coach House central to your stay. We look forward to the possibility of welcoming you back. Enjoy the summer! Best regards Nick and Clare. Property Owner

  Reviewed by David5.0★Jun 2023

• "Property was as described."

  Had everything that we needed. Beds were especially comfortable. Meet by hosts who provided us al we needed to know. Location provided an ideal base to explore the Ironbridge museums and nearby by NT. properties, Excellant pub grub nearby The Shakespere, Wooden Bridge, and Surees (tai) Thanks foran enjoyable holiday.

  So pleased that you enjoyed your stay and exploring much of what the local area has to offer. It was our pleasure to host you. Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Jerry5.0★Jun 2023

• "The property is very spacious and is equipped to a very high standard both in the quality of the accommodation and in the wide range of amenities on offer."

  We were greeted by the owner who made us feel at home from the outset It is located just a 7 minute drive from Blists Hill museum, if this is part of your plan this is where to stay

  Thanks for your kind comments. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Peter5.0★May 2023

• "Our stay at the Coach House was excellent the owners Clare & Nick were very welcoming on our arrival."

  The property is well appointed and suited our needs. We would definitely book The Coach House again when next in the area. The Coach House is ideally positioned to visit local attractions Blists Hill Victorian Town only minutes away by car.

  Thanks for the positive comments. We would certainly look forward to hosting you again next time you’re in the area. Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Kevin4.7★Apr 2023

• "We arrived at the Coach House on the exact date that we had got married in St Michael's Church next door 50 years ago."

  Madeley has changed! It is still a good base for exploring Shropshire. The Coach House is a very well-equipped, comfortable property with high-quality bedding. It is tastefully decorated and we felt warmly welcomed by Clare and Nick. Thanks for our Golden Week.

  It was lovely to host you both and share our respective knowledge of the history of both the Old Vicarage and the Coach House. We also learned a great deal about the wildlife in the garden. So pleased you enjoyed your stay. Warm regards Nick & Clare. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Elizabeth5.0★Apr 2023

• "Fantastic. Location was handy for the shops,and the Iron Bridge Gorge Museams."

  Blist Hill is a short walk from the Coach House . The owners gave us a great welcome I would recormend this to any one who vists this area

  It is always great to receive good feedback and we thank you for your kind comments. There is so much do in this area with 10 Museums available on one ticket including Blists Hill Victorian Town which is a short walk away and has many themed weekends throughout the year. A short car journey takes you to historic towns like Bridgnorth, Shrewsbury and Ludlow. Thanks again. Nick & Clare. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Denis5.0★Mar 2023

• "Thoroughly enjoyed my stay , would highly recommend."

  Thanks for taking time to review your stay. Your recommendation is much appreciated. Best regards Nick & Clare. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Graham5.0★Mar 2023

• "Our experience of The Coach House can be described in two words……absolutely perfect."

  Over the years we have stayed in several holidays cottages, in different parts of the country and while they have been great this one has been the best. Our welcome was warm and friendly, the cottage is superb, the location and places to visit just wonderful. I can thoroughly recommend The Coach House.

  Many thanks for your kind comments. We are both so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at the Coach House, and it was a pleasure welcoming you. We are certainly spoiled for choice in things to do locally, even at this time of the year! Thank you again. Nick and Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Hilary5.0★Feb 2023

• "Very clean & comfortable property."

  Excellent location for Blist’s hill and other attractions of this lovely area. Owners very welcoming and helpful. Overall an excellent property and a great stay.

  We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and exploring all the local area has to offer. It was a pleasure to host you. Nick and Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Robert5.0★Feb 2023

• "A lovely cottage - well equipped and very comfortable."

  Location was excellent especially for visiting the Ironbridge Gorge museums with local amenities on the doorstop. The owners Nick and Claire were extremely friendly and very approachable. We enjoyed so much we've just booked for another week in the autumn. Thanks very much. Jayne and Mal Sims

  Jayne & Mal Thank you so much for your kind comments. We so look forward to welcoming you back in the Autumn. Have a lovely Summer. Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Malcolm5.0★Feb 2023

• "Lovely quiet spot to stay."

  Very clean and spacious. Great place for walking. Supermarket within easy few minutes walk. Lovely and helpful owners. Pity no pub with good food a bit closer.

  Thanks for the feedback. We note that you have rated us a 3 out of 4 for each criteria, being 1 mark off in each case, but take heart from your your kind and positive comments. There are a great many pubs and restaurants in the area offering a wide range of menus and price points. the nearest offering substantial meals are typically about 20-30 minutes walk or a few minutes by car. The local taxi service is pretty good if you fancy a drink or two with your meal on a winter's evening. Thanks again. Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Ruth3.8★Feb 2023

• "Host was very helpful."

  Location was excellent. Beds comfortable. TV did not link to terestrial channels so we had a little problem understanding how to get programmes, written instructions would have been useful. Only real drawback was we didn't read the description carefully enough so we were surprised to find the ensuite did not have a toilet.

  Reviewed by John3.4★Jan 2023

• "The Coach House is beautiful, everything is provided for a really comfortable, luxurious and relaxed stay."

  It gives the illusion of being isolated as its so quiet, but it's so close to all the amenities you could possibly require. Hosts are so welcoming and friendly, the welcome package was very much appreciated. We loved staying here, now trying to work out when we can come back.

  Reviewed by Tracy5.0★Jan 2023

• "What can I say, other than Fantastic."

  The Coach house is very well appointed - everything you need for a relaxing break and perfectly located as a base to visit all the Ironbridge Gorge Museums. The kitchen is very well equipped and spacious - in the fridge waiting for us was milk, butter and a loaf on the side which was a lovely touch. The living room has two very large comfortable settees and an enormous TV. Upstairs the bedrooms are a good size with very comfortable beds, one with an ensuite shower which was lovely and powerful. The main bathroom with its again powerful walk in shower was a pleasure to use. Everywhere was spotlessly clean. On arrival we were warmly greeted by Nick the owner, who handed the keys over and explained everything. He explained where all the local facilities were (Tesco's a 2 minute walk) and how to get there. He recommended The Woodbridge Inn on the banks of the River Severn for food and it didn't disappoint. He also recommended The All Nations Inn on Coalport Road, an 8 minute walk, all be it down the hill, for quality Cask Ale and a friendly pub. Again we were not disappointed, spending most evenings in there chatting to the very friendly locals, as though we were ones ourselves and been going there for years. Overall - one of the best Sykes Cottages we have been to.

  Phil It was great to meet and host you. We are so pleased you enjoyed the cottage and your time in the area, not least as you were celebrating a special occasion. Many thanks for taking the time to review your stay. Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Philip5.0★Oct 2022

• "We were warmly welcomed to the Coach House at the Old Vicarage by Nick, the owner."

  It is a gem of a place to stay at - a sensitively converted Coach House with a modern and extremely comfortable and well equipped interior. In short, the perfect base for touring Ironbridge Gorge and surrounding Shropshire countryside - which was at its best with all the Autumnal colours everywhere during our stay. Thank you again Nick and Clare

  Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Oct 2022

• "Lovely place."

  Very comfortable and clean. Would recommend. Very helpful owners on site. Just one criticism booklets how to work things would be helpful. Other than that 10 out of 10 would definitely stay there again

  Hi Kathleen So pleased you enjoyed your stay and many thanks for taking time to provide this helpful feedback. I have begun to assemble a room by room set of documents to cover the equipment provided so hope that will help. Technology moves so fast these days! Kind regards Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Kathleen5.0★Oct 2022

• "We thoroughly enjoyed our holiday at the coach house, the house was well equipped, clean and beautifully furnished with everything needed for an enjoyable time."

  We also enjoyed the peace and quiet and the access to all of the amenities which were close by. All in all a lovely holiday and we will definitely return.

  Reviewed by Robert5.0★Sep 2022

• "Lovely house,well equipped would definitely recommend"

  Many thanks for the feedback. It was a pleasure to host you all. Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Mark4.7★Sep 2022

• "This was our first visit to Shropshre and we could not have picked a better holiday cottage than the Coach House."

  The cottage was spotlessly clean and extremely comfortable with everything you could possibly want provided to the highest standard. Nick and Clare were the perfect hosts being extremely helpful and have created a wonderful cottage ideally located for exploring Shropshire, with Ironbridge and Blists Hill Victorian Town close by.

  Hi Malcolm Thank you for your kind appraisal, we are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and would welcome you back anytime you you might want to explore more of what Shropshire can offer. Kind regards. Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Malcolm5.0★Sep 2022

• "The cottage is well equipped, to a very good standard and located near the Ironbridge Gorge Museums."

  We thoroughly enjoyed our stay there and the owners went out of their way to make us feel welcome and respond to any requests. The beds and furnishings were very comfortable and we did feedback that it would be good to have the option of a lighter duvet (which is a minor point) We loved our visits to Ludlow Castle, Attingham Park and RAF Cosford. The Shropshire countryside is beautiful and we would definitely return. Thank you Nick and Claire

  Hi Helena Thank you so much for your kind comments. we have noted your point on a choice of different TOG values for duvets and hope to offer options soon. It was a pleasure having you stay, and when you return to Shropshire we do hope you will keep the Coach House in your thoughts. Thanks again. Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Helena4.4★Sep 2022

• "Clean, spacious, and well-appointed accommodation coming with a warm welcome from helpful owners."

  Very convenient for the village shops, Ironbridge, and the museums. A good base from which to explore the locality and other tourist attractions.

  Thanks for taking time to feedback. So many of our guests have commented on how much there is to do in the area, the Severn Valley Railway (https://www.svr.co.uk) at Bridgnorth and canoeing on the River Severn (https://www.ironbridgecanoehire.co.uk) are just a couple of options not mentioned in the property description. Thanks again. Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Roland5.0★Aug 2022

• "A fantastic property with absolutely great hosts"

  Richard Thanks for your review, great to meet you both and so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Richard5.0★Aug 2022

• "Had a wonderful stay at The Coach House."

  Nick and Claire great hosts, there if you needed them but not intrusive. Very central to all locations and only 5 mins from Blists Hill Victorian Town, which is well worth the visit. Food wise you must try The Shakespeare Inn, brilliant, particularly the Sunday Roast !!! Will definitely be back to Shrewsbury and will definitely be back to The Coach House. Once again thank you Nick and Claire for a wonderful stay.

  So kind of you to take time to review your stay. It was a pleasure to host you and we look forward to the possibility of seeing you again. Many thanks Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Gail5.0★Jul 2022

• "This property is a hidden gem and very well appointed and comfortable, with lots to do locally and everything you need close by."

  The property owners could not do enough for you and their local knowledge of places to eat and drink was excellent.

  Many thanks for your kind comments, it was an absolute pleasure to host you and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Best regards Nick and Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lynn5.0★Jul 2022

• "Very friendly and welcoming owners."

  Very clean and comfortable accommodation. Lovely little courtyard to sit and enjoy the sunshine. Great base from which to explore.

  Thank you so much for taking time to feedback to us. It was our pleasure to host you and we were so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. Kind regards Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lynne5.0★Jun 2022

• "We were the second guests that stayed in the Coach house, and it was a great experience."

  Claire & Nick give us a really warm and welcome feeling and helped with any questions we had, it feld as if we were friends . The Coach house feels really luxury with 2 great bedrooms as also the bathroom which feld luxury . Thank you very much Nick & Claire, for sure we like to come back and visit again ! Th

  Many thanks for the feedback. It was a pleasure to have you stay, and look forward to a possible return visit. Kind regards Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by K5.0★May 2022

• "We were the very 1st people to stay here & everything (apart from dishwasher) was brand new & has been set out with a high standard."

  Nick & Claire are a great couple & were on hand with any questions we had. We felt that we were home to home & loved our stay here, didnt want to leave. The cottage is in a great place to visit lots of things around the area. The Victorian Village is in walking distance & well worth a visit. We are members of National Trust & found loads of places to visit around. We only stayed 4 nights but wished we had longer time there. We would highly recommend a stay here & would love to go back in the future. Thank you Nick & Claire for letting out your beautiful cottage & we hope to see you again.

  Hi It was a pleasure to have you stay and we would both like to thank you so much for the feedback it has been very helpful in trying to ensure that future guests have everything they need to make their stay at the Coach House complete. We look forward to welcoming you back with the possibility of a return visit. Kind Regards Nick & Clare Property Owner

  Reviewed by Timothy5.0★Apr 2022

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