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4 Guests
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2 Bedrooms
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1 Bathroom
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Pets Yes
Features
- Off road parking
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
10 Customer Reviews
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"Absolutely wonderful."
The cottage was lovely and warm and cosy with a nice garden to watch the birds. Lots of enjoyable walks from the doorstep and loads to do further afield (the Elan Valley is well worth a visit). Knighton itself has plenty of nice shops, pubs and places to eat. We will definitely be back soon!
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"Wanted for nothing."
Lovely bathroom, excellent heating, kitchen very well equiped, nice garden, overall good cottage. Couple small negatives....slightly difficult manouvering to park an estate car and steep staircase for elderly. Apart from those minor points a very enjoyable stay and would thoroughly recommend.
Thanks so much for your lovely feedback. It's good to know that you had everything you needed for your stay. Property Owner
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"It's such a charming cottage, well stocked and good quality products."
Only little thing that could be improved is the garden. It was a bit tricky to walk around with the amount of overgrown bushes. Thanks.
We're really pleased you enjoyed staying at Myrtle Villa. The paths have now been trimmed for easier access! Property Owner
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"Lovely, clean and cosy cottage, conveniently located for exploring the Shropshire hills and the Welsh borders etc."
The garden is lovely and totally secure for our dog Melvyn, who loved lying on the decking whilst we drank tea and unwound. Whilst there is a train line at the bottom of the garden, the trains are very few and never intrusive. Finally, thanks to the host for the fabulous vegan gift pack - very unexpected and very much appreciated :-) We all look forward to staying again in the near future!
Thanks so much for your positive feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the cottage and the peaceful location and look forward to welcoming you back. Property Owner
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"We really enjoyed our stay."
The location of the cottage is ideal for us, close to the Offa Dyke walking path, the shops and station. We appreciated the snacks left for us after a long drive from London. Also, the cleaning products provided after my request. I was able to sit in the lovely garden and enjoy the peace and quiet on several days. This was our second stay in 6 months. I am sure we will be back!
It was lovely to welcome you back for a second visit. We provide all guests with some starter cleaning items to assist them on arrival , along with a welcome pack. We are glad you were able to enjoy the garden and the peaceful location. Property Owner
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"Myrtle villa is a really cosy and comfortable cottage."
We loved the great big bath, perfect for a long soak after walks. We really appreciated the goodies that were left for us, thank you. The garden is lovely, especially for our dog as it was fully enclosed. It was also great to be able to do walks with our dog straight from the cottage and Knighton is a lovely friendly town with good amenities.
Thanks so much for your feedback and it's good to know that you found the cottage comfortable and the facilities dog-friendly. Property Owner
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"Comfortable and enjoyable stay."
We're so pleased you enjoyed your stay at Myrtle Villa. Property Owner
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"Well fitted out with plenty of information and maps of the area."
The stairs are rather steep for old knees!
Thank you for your feedback. We are glad the cottage had everything you needed for your stay. Property Owner
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"A lovely relaxing cottage, that we’d like to return too!"
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back. Property Owner
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"We had a comfortable stay but there were a few little niggles."
If you have any mobility issues, the stairs are narrow and quite steep with a turn at the top so care needs to be taken. Also the paths in the terraced garden were overgrown with vegetation but the patio was a lovely place to sit. The road outside is very narrow and the parking space is tight. There were no tea towels or hand towel in the kitchen and no hair dryer. It was a peaceful place to stay and the railway line was not a problem. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and thank you to the owners for the welcome gift of wine and chocolates and bread.
As our first guests, we are grateful for your very helpful feedback and glad that you had a comfortable stay and enjoyed the welcome pack. We are sorry there were no tea towels or towel in the kitchen. These should have been put out for you and we'll ensure that this happens in future. We are also in the process of arranging a regular gardener for the property. Property Owner
Summary
- Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin
- Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC
- External WC
- Kitchen
- Dining room
- Sitting room with woodburning stove
- Gas central heating
- Oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
- TV with Freesat WiFi
- Gas and electricity inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Travel cot and highchair available
- Off-road parking for 1 car, plus additional free parking in nearby public car park
- Enclosed garden with furniture and barbecue
- Bike shed for storage
- Two well-behaved dogs welcome
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shops 0.5 miles, pubs 0.4 miles
- Note: There is a railway line running at a low level beyond the bottom of the garden
- Note: There is a point in the stairs where some guests may experience limited head room, please take care
- Note: There are changes in levels in the garden and three steps down to the entrance of the house, please take care
The property
This characterful, former engine driver’s cottage, is set on the fringes of the market town of Knighton, close to the English/Welsh border.
Presented to a delightful standard with a south-facing, enclosed garden, Myrtle Villa welcomes four guests looking to escape to this delightful part of Shropshire.
The front door opens into an enclosed porch where you can leave your boots behind after a day of walking.
Relax in the welcoming lounge, with a TV, DVD player and crackling woodburning stove.
Across the hall is the dining room, with a window overlooking the garden, oak flooring and exposed stone walls, where you can enjoy hearty meals prepared in the amply equipped kitchen.
Whisk away upstairs and find the bedrooms; a double and a twin, with wooden floors and exposed stone work.
Completing the interior is the spacious bathroom with bath and separate walk-in shower, so you can decide how best to prepare for your day.
At the rear of the house is a decked area that overlooks the garden sloping gently towards the railway running beside the River Teme; perfect for an evening tipple or a morning coffee.
The market town of Knighton provides a great holiday base, offering a diverse range of shops including a supermarket, a butcher and a farm shop, offering seasonal produce and a range of homemade goods.
Those looking to get their steps in will have no trouble exploring the various walking paths in the area, including the Offa’s Dyke path and Owain Glyndwr's Way, or head across the road to explore Kinsley Wood.
Cyclists can join the 84-mile-long Radnor Ring Cycling Route which passes Myrtle Villa.
Knighton station on the Heart of Wales is a short walk away with a regular train service heading towards the historic Shrewsbury or through Llandrindod Wells.
Elsewhere in the region, the National Trust property of Powis Castle with its celebrated gardens and the medieval town of Ludlow, with its 13th century castle, are well worth a visit.
Head to Myrtle Villa and experience the beauty of Shropshire and the Welsh border.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.
About the location
KNIGHTON
Clun 7 miles; Presteigne 11 miles; Ludlow 13 miles; Hay-on-Wye 23 miles.
The charming market town of Knighton nestles amidst lovely countryside on the banks of the River Teme, which straddles the English/Welsh border. This is a renowned location for walking, riding and cycling with Offa's Dyke actually passing through the town, which hosts the Offa's Dyke Information Centre. Owain Glyndwr's Way also runs through the heart of the town and Radnor Forest and the 84 mile long Radnor Ring Cycling Route are also both close by. Visit magnificent Powis Castle with its celebrated gardens, the breathtaking reservoirs of the Elan Valley and the lovely towns of Presteigne, Leominster and medieval Ludlow, with its famous 13th century castle, ancient buildings and wonderful restaurants. Hay-on-Wye, the Town of Books, with its famous annual literary festival, along with the Victorian Spa town of Llandrindod Wells are within easy driving distance. A wonderful location for exploring beautiful mid Wales, Shropshire and Herefordshire.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas