Ref: 2450 Penny Cottage

HANMER

Ellesmere 5 miles; Whitchurch 8 miles; Llangollen 18 miles.

The picturesque village of Hanmer lies on the borders of Wales and Shropshire, in a Conservation Area known as the "Shropshire Lake District". The village is dominated by its beautiful Mere, an ancient glacial lake, and the surrounding area boasts outstanding wildlife, countryside walks, cycling, horse riding and excellent fly fishing. There is village shop, butcher and the Hanmer Arms, a beautiful old coaching house providing a welcoming atmosphere and excellent food. Close by are the nine Meres of Ellesmere, also providing scenic walks, boat trips, sailing, fishing and bird watching opportunities, plus a fine selection of shops, and no less than nine pubs in addition to the annual beer festival. Discover many National Trust properties and gardens, wonderful Ironbridge, medieval Shrewsbury and Chester as well as delightful Llangollen with its riverside walks, canal rides, ancient ruins, canoeing and exhilarating whitewater rafting.

The Property: Penny Cottage

An attractive detached, brick built, 16th century barn conversion situated beside the owner's farmhouse, in a pretty rural setting, 2 miles from the picturesque village of Hanmer, 5 miles from the meres at Ellesmere. Set in a delightful courtyard with fountain, this charming property has been fully renovated to offer comfortable, well-equipped accommodation, including three cosy bedrooms, a light and airy sitting room with original beams and French doors to the courtyard. The private lawned garden is ideal for relaxing in after a day exploring the 9 meres (or lakes) at Ellesmere, or enjoying the scenic walks, cycle rides, horse riding or "olde worlde" pub with restaurant at Hanmer, just two miles away. A short drive brings you to picturesque Llangollen, the Roman city of Chester, medieval Shrewsbury, the museums at Ironbridge or the many attractions of the Snowdonia National Park, making this an ideal "year round" destination.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 1 x kingsize double with colour TV, 1 x double, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath with shower over, basin & WC. Additional ground floor WC & basin. Fitted kitchen with dining area. Sitting room with French doors to front courtyard.

Amenities

Full oil central heating. Electric oven & hob, microwave, fridge, freezer (in adjoining garage accessed via internal door), washer/dryer, 2 x colour TVs, video, DVD player, small selection of board games & books. All fuel & power inc. in rent. Bed linen & towels inc. in rent. Cot, highchair & stairgate on request. Garage parking for one car plus private off road parking for one additional car. Bike storage in garage. Shared front courtyard with fountain & picnic table. Private rear lawned garden with furniture & BBQ. 2 well behaved dogs welcome. Sorry no smoking. Village shop & pub/restaurant 2 miles.