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8 Guests
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4 Bedrooms
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2 Bathrooms
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Pets Yes
Features
- Off road parking
- Ground floor accommodation
- Ground floor bedroom
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
31 Customer Reviews
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"The cottage was perfect for us- Clean and well- maintained."
The kitchen was well equipped and the cottage was spacious and in an ideal, quiet location. The owners were friendly and called by to see the us. I would definitely return and can happily highly recommend.
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"We had a lovely stay, the grounds keeper came to ask if they could fill in the pot holes which was no bother and didn’t impact us at all and they knocked on after to thank us which we thought was a lovely touch, amazing location however the road down to the house was a bit of a wild ride!"
Also lots of spider webs but to be expected in an old house. We left a suit there that were just waiting on confirmation of how to post it back but the house keeper called straight away to let us know we’d left it which was really nice of her!
Thank you, delighted that you had a lovely stay, and thank you for your kind words about our groundsman and housekeeper. The suit is being returned by DHL (I'm sending the tracking number). The road down to the house drive is a public road , not owned by any of us neighbours, although well used by the locals, postman etc, who are used to its track status! Hope to have you to stay again. Property Owner
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"A good location for a wedding we were attending at Iscoyd Hall."
The property has some excellent points but also some not so good. The first issue was the not so well made track to get to the property. We contacted the owner once we had the specific directions, to check it was suitable for cars as my son has a sports car. We were told yes it was not an issue that they didn't have 4x4s and it was fine for cars. The track is steep but passable for the first hundred yards but just before you get to the bridge there are 4 very large potholes, with one nearly the width of the track so no option but to go through it. My son's car did scrape the bottom so luckily it was only one trip in and out as we had a taxi to the wedding. The taxi driver mentioned the road was getting worse each time he drove it. It was also dry the weekend we went I am sure it would have been more treacherous if raining. We are aware there needs to be rules but from our experience they are usually in the cottage information. But in this accomodation there were two picture frames in the kitchen with instructions on how and when to leave and they key code was also on display which could be seen through the window. We decided not to risk leaving the key in the safe incase someone used the code to get in. Perhaps due to it's location it is very safe but we have never had this before and even when visiting a property for a second time there has always been a new key code. Also the need to strip the beds seems a little odd as you would not have to do this in a hotel. The instructions seemed to relate to COVID which would have been expected but now COVID is endemic it seems a little odd to have to strip beds. The kitchen is ok, if small, but utensils could have been better to include sharper knives and 8 of the same glasses etc and a few more food recycling bags would have been good. We know the house is old but a lock on both doors of the downstairs bathroom would be helpful, together with a latch that works on the door to the stairs and on the window of the twin room. NOW FOR THE POSITIVES. The house was spotless and it was lovely to have fresh flowers in some of the rooms. The beds were very comfy and we all slept very well. The garden was delightful and we were lucky to have sun to be able to enjoy sitting outside with the gurgling of the Brock. The way the fire was laid with pine cones was also very welcoming and we did enjoy the fire crackling away. We were also just a mile from the wedding venue which was perfect and not far from Malpas (the Lion has an excellent menu) and Whitchurch (with plenty of supermarkets and a lovely main street). We had a comfy weekend and cannot stress that whilst there were some negatives there were also lots of positives about this property.
Thank you very much for your feedback, and your positive comments are much appreciated. We understand your comments concerning the track, which is in fact a public road, and not owned by us or our neighbours. The excess rainfall this winter has caused damage to the track, and in conjunction with the neighbours it will be repaired this summer. We have conventional vehicles (ie not 4 wheel drive) and haven't had problems, but are of course used to it, and we are sorry to hear about your son's sports car. As to the other negatives, we will take all on board, and yes, the request to strip beds is a hangover from Covid and we will remove from the welcome pack. Property Owner
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"A delightful, elegantly decorated cottage set in beautiful, serene surroundings."
We would definitely stay again.
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"Lovely cottage for a family get together."
Superb location for visiting in Cheshire, Shropshire and Wales. Accommodation was spacious and cosy. Excellent communication from the housekeeper before our stay and checking in with us on arrival. Would highly recommend.
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"Really enjoyed our stay."
The cottage, garden and surrounding area was much better than expected from the description. The owner making sure we had everything and were comfortable was lovely and friendly.
Thank you very much for your kind words, we are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future, in the meantime, our very best wishes. Property Owner
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"I am sorry for my delay in giving a review, but since our return from holiday my son has been moving and life has been chaotic!"
I would like to say a big thank you to the owners of the cottage, it was absolutely lovely, a beautiful setting and our short stay with your cottage was lovely. The cottage itself was perfect, especially for my elderly mother who has mobility issues and was able to have the bedroom and the bathroom downstairs which was a great help and ideal for her, and my dog stayed downstairs with her to keep her company. The house keeper (I think her name was Julie) was lovely and extremely helpful, we had an issue with the shower, I messaged her and while we were out at dinner, her and her husband came out to fix it, which was appreciated and promptly dealt with, she was also very helpful is advising places to eat in the local area. Although, we only stayed for a few days we did have a fire, which was wonderful! as we do not have an open fire at all and there is nothing like it, so that was also enjoyed by all. The decor and the furnishing were very tasteful, it was a fab experience and enjoyed by all of us. We would definitely love to come and stay and your wonderful property again. This note is just for the owners? If I were to come on my own or maybe just my mum or my son (not all of us) do you have any smaller properties of the same standard, and also do they have disability facilities like this one did? Thank you again, wish it had been longer, it was hard to fit in all the places we wanted to see. Many Thanks We stayed Sat 19th August until Tuesday 22nd August. Suzi (Herrington) (please do not put my surname in - many thanks)
Dear Suzi, thank you so much for your kind words, which I will pass on in particular to Julie. I am sorry that you had a problem with the shower, but at least it was sorted quickly! I am glad that you enjoyed having the fire! Unfortunately we don't have another cottage, but you will always be welcome to return to Wolvesacre Mill. With thanks and best wishes, Philip and Selina Godsal Property Owner
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"A beautiful cottage in a really peaceful setting."
The cottage is in a lovely setting, with a babbling brook running through it and lots of green space. It has rustic charm but still includes everything you need for cooking etc. Our dog is quite nervous, so to be able to have real peace and quiet and plenty of space for her to roam was ideal for us and made a huge difference. There are loads of good walks nearby too. Julie the housekeeper was helpful and the owners friendly too. We'll definitely be booking again.
I am so sorry that I missed thanking you for your comment and kind words, which are much appreciated. I have passed them on to Julie our housekeeper too, as she takes great pride in the place. We much look forward to welcoming you back at some time in the future. With best wishes Philip and Selina Godsal Property Owner
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"Absolutely perfect for our wedding."
The organisation was brilliant and got a phone call the day before to let us know details too.
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"Lovely cottage with beautiful surroundings."
Cottage finished to a high standard and very welcoming
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"We had a lovely few days relaxing at the cottage before our daughter's Wedding."
What a special tranquil setting, just what we needed! With thanks to Julie for keeping in touch prior to our arrival.
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"This home was perfect for us."
We had a wedding at Iscoyd Park. It was quaint and very comfortable. The only issue is trying to find the house.
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"Lovely cottage."
The only thing which Lets it down slightly is that the window in the kitchen is missing a latch so you can’t close it. Will certainly use again when we come up to visit my mum nearby
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"We had a lovely stay at this beautiful cottage!"
Had great amenities, and was true to pictures. Lovely, clean and comfortable and set in such a lovely location, far enough away but close enough to shops/pub/takeaway.
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"A beautiful warm cosy cottage."
Spotlessly clean. Julie the housekeeper was very helpful giving advice as to local facilities etc.
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"There were positives and negatives of Wolvesacre mill cottage."
The negatives first. The tv whilst a decent size , the guide did not give information and had to keep being turning on and off. The shower needs a curtain as there is nothing to keep the water flowing out into the rest of the room. Although one sofa was adequate and comfortable it’s only a two seater and the chise longue is uncomfortable and unsuitable to sit and watch tv. There were four of us adults that went for Christmas. There were no serving dishes, No serving utensils,no carving knife,no full size carving /chopping board,the oven was very grubby so much so when turned to temperature and the oven door was opened the smoke filled the kitchen and the back door had to be open whilst it was in use. The fry pan,and oven trays had no Teflon left on them and were completely unusable. The garden as nice a space as it was , was unkept and hazardous to our dogs. The private driveway to the property had an array of large and very large pot holes. Had we not been in SUVs we wound of struggled to get to the cottage. Two food caddy bags over Christmas for a week and one black Sack was not enough. For the positives lovely homely warm cottage. Comfortable beds. Well placed for exploring. With some attention to detail would make this cottage great.
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"We had an amazing time at Wolvesacre Mill Cottage."
The cottage itself is beautiful, extremely clean and very well equipped. It is located in a wonderfully peaceful spot, next to a stream, and we couldn't have wished for more. We found this area great to visit and feel that, in a week, we only scratched the surface of what there is to see and do. The housekeepers were brilliant, giving us lots of advice on what to do and where to go, and were super efficient sorting out a problem with the shower. We would love to go back and couldn't recommend the cottage more.
Thank you so much and delighted that you had such a good time, and also that the housekeepers were able to respond immediately to fix the shower, in our absence. You left the Cottage absolutely spotless which we all appreciate very much when we have a quick change over. We hope very much to welcome you back. Property Owner
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"This cottage was first class in every degree and proved very comfortable for our stay, a base for walking the Sandstone Trail."
Our only gripe related to sporadic periods of low water pressure and an initial problem with being unable to control the temperature of the shower. However, the owners were very responsive to us reporting these issues and arranged repair immediately.
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"We have a very nice stay at Wolvesacre Mill Cottage."
The quietness and the location was lovely and gave us a relaxed stay.
Thank you very much, greatly appreciated, and we are so pleased you enjopyed your stay Property Owner
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"The stay has been great."
The property is highly recommended and the house has all the amenities for a pleasant stay.
Thank you very much, and may we say that you score 100 as guests, the cottage was left absolutely impeccably clean and tidy, all the rubbish dealt with correctly etc, hugely appreciated. Come again! Property Owner
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"The cottage was spotless."
The things put in place for covid were wonderful. The garden was amazing for the dogs.
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"A lovely cosy property in beautiful grounds."
The cottage is very spacious. A good sized ground floor bedroom, extremely comfortable bed, good quality bedding. Very quiet location away from traffic. Walks from the doorstep.
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"Beautiful cottage in a lovely rural setting but not too far from a shop."
Friendly owner and cleaning lady! Lovely décor. Well supplied.
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"Really nice cottage in tranquil location."
Good comms with the housekeeper. Lots of nice walks on the doorstep or a short drive away. Dogs loved it.
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"Gorgeous cottage with plenty of character and a lovely spacious secure garden."
Beautiful surrounding fields, lovely walk to the local pub. Really spacious cottage, plenty of room for 6 adults and a dog. Wonderful facilities, just what we needed. Friendly owners live nearby, but left us to it throughout our stay. Would definitely recommend.
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"What a beautiful cottage in the perfect Tranquil countryside setting."
The beds are so comfortable, the house is very stylish warm and welcoming and has a lovely open fire. We found the cottage very well equipped and we cooked every night including a Sunday lunch! The setting is Perfect for walking and running with a relaxed feeling of peace and quiet but so easy to get to the supermarkets or to Chester. The house sits alone in a lovely big sunny garden with a large outdoor table and chairs where we enjoyed time outside with friends. Both the owners and the housekeeper could not have been more welcoming, I didn’t want to leave and can’t wait to return.
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"The housekeeper was very welcoming."
She brought us some extra blankets (clean), which was wonderful, as it was unseasonably cold. It was a very quiet and relaxing break. A real “getaway from it all” holiday. Loved the downstairs bedroom. Very cosy. Thank you.
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"The perfect "country cottage", it even had roses round the door!"
The housekeeper was amazing and everything we needed was there, it was clean, cosy & warm and was ideal for our party of 6 adults & 2 dogs. The beautiful garden with a little stream at the side was newly fenced and totally safe for the dogs to play outside. The downstairs bedroom & en suite is ideal for elderly or less mobile guests and the upstairs bedrooms had wonderful views over the garden. The outside table & chairs was ideal for al fresco dining and from the cottage we could walk for miles along the canal or through the maize fields & country lanes. A wonderful relaxing holiday in this beautiful cottage...we will be back. Thank you
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"A lovely weekend break with family in lovely surroundings."
Thankyou xx
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"A very comfortable holiday with plenty of seating for a family of 7 around the table or in sitting area."
The cottage turned out to be considerably more spacious than it looks on the website.
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"Fabulous holiday cottage in great location."
The photos don’t really do it justice. All is to a very high standard. Can’t recommend enough.
Summary
- Four bedrooms: 3 x doubles, 1 x twin, one of the bedrooms are on the ground floor with en-suite shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
- Bathroom with double-ended bath, basin and WC
- Kitchen
- Dining room
- Sitting room with open fire
- Oil central heating with open fire
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, Tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV and WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Off-road parking for 3 cars
- Lawned garden
- Two well-behaved pets welcome
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop 1.7 miles, pub 1.2 miles
- Note: Property is situated next to a brook, children to be supervised at all times
- Note: Pets to be kept strictly downstairs
- Please note: Recycling instructions and Pet rules can be found in property and must be adhered to please
- Please Note - This property has a £200.00 Good Housekeeping Bond
The property
Whitchurch 3 miles, Malpas 3 miles.
Resting in a rural location on the Welsh side of the bank of the brook which is the border between England and Wales, lies this traditionally-styled detached former miller’s cottage, Wolvesacre Mill Cottage.
This country home-from-home is set on the private Iscoyd Park estate in the quiet hamlet of Agden, near to Whitchurch, and makes a fabulous base for families looking to explore the delights of Cheshire, Shropshire and North Wales.
Accessed down a well-made track, you enter the cottage into the kitchen, complete with a selection of appliances including an electric oven and hob, dishwasher and a handy washing machine and dryer.. Walk on through to discover the dining room and sitting room, boasting a character feel with exposed beams and an alluring open fire for cosy nights on the sofa.
Those with limited mobility can choose the ground-floor double bedroom which benefits from a generous en-suite shower room with Jack-and-Jill access to the dining room. Upstairs plays host to three other double bedrooms, each furnished in an eclectic style and with wardrobe storage. Completing the interior of Wolvesacre Mill Cottage is a large bathroom with double-ended bath, providing you with all the more reason to enjoy a soothing soak at the end of the day.
Surrounding the property are lawned areas where you can sit out for an evening drink.
Wolvesacre Mill Cottage almost adjoins The Maelor Way long distance footpath running from Grindley Brook, where it connects with the Sandstone Trail, South Cheshire Way, the Marches Way and Llangollen canal towpath, 24 miles to the Offa’s Dyke Path National Trail at Bronygarth. There are plenty of local walks ideal for exercising well behaved dogs (the Cottage is within an area of working livestock and dairy farms, and so do bring a lead). Head into the bustling market town of Whitchurch or the attractive village of Malpas, and browse the selection of traditional and specialist shops before settling down for a bite at a café or restaurant/pub if you’re hungrier.
The outdoor enthusiasts of the group can look forward to plenty of walking and cycling opportunities throughout the Cheshire/Shropshire/Welsh border, particularly along the Shropshire Union and Llangollen Canals which offer charming rural waterways for much of its length.
If exploration takes you further afield then you are close to Chester, known for its best preserved medieval walls and ever-popular zoo, as well as Stoke-on-Trent, famous for its thriving pottery industry and family attractions such as Alton Towers and Trentham Estate, Llangollen for its steam heritage railway, on in to the Berwyn Mountains and Snowdonia, and National Trust properties at Chirk Castle, Erddig.or Powys Castle.
Escape to Wolvesacre Mill Cottage for that much-needed break, any time of year.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.
About the location
WHITCHURCH
Ellesmere 13 miles; Chester 21 miles.
Known as Mediolanum in Roman times, today this delightful market town has many splendid buildings, from Medieval, Tudor and Georgian times, all dominated by St. Alkmund’s Church. Internationally renowned for its clock production dating back to the 1650s, Whitchurch is known as "the Home of Tower Clocks". There are many excellent shops, pubs and restaurants in the town which is perfectly placed for touring all of Shropshire, North Wales and Cheshire. Close by are attractions such as Ellesmere with its beautiful lakes, a variety of National Trust mansions and gardens, Chester’s wonderful shops and zoo, Hawkstone Follies, the Ironbridge Gorge museums and lovely Shrewsbury with its medieval architecture and riverside walks.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas